I Don’t Know Lyrics – French Montana, Max B

I Don’t Know Lyrics Meaning

[Intro: Max B]
This part feels like Max B checking back in with the audience after a long break. He’s reminding people of the old energy and sound they shared before, almost like saying, remember when we were doing this together. He talks about people doubting they would return to making music together, but they’re still standing. Even though time has passed and both of them have been busy handling their own lives and problems, they’ve come back to the same place creatively. It sets a confident, nostalgic tone and shows pride in surviving and reconnecting.

[Verse 1: Max B]
Here Max B talks openly about his rough past, street mindset, and how life has changed but also stayed dangerous. He mixes bragging about money, style, and status with darker thoughts about violence, betrayal, and racism. He shows confidence in his toughness and reputation, comparing himself to powerful figures to say he dominates competition. At the same time, he points out how being Black keeps him under constant threat no matter how successful he becomes. There’s frustration with people who depend on him financially and stories of broken homes and addiction, showing where he comes from. He reflects on how early choices led him deeper into street life, carrying weapons and always being alert. He describes luxury cars and fashion as rewards, but they don’t erase paranoia or pressure. Mentions of police and informants highlight fear of being set up or targeted unfairly. Relationships are shown as complicated, sometimes careless, sometimes respectful, but never simple. Overall, he paints a picture of someone hardened by experience, proud of survival, but always on edge, living with consequences that don’t fade even when money and fame arrive.

[Chorus: Max B]
This repeated line shows confusion and emotional overload. It feels like he’s stuck between confidence and uncertainty, not fully understanding his actions, feelings, or the situations he’s in. The repetition makes it sound like his mind is racing, caught in chaos. It reflects moments where life moves too fast, decisions pile up, and he can’t clearly explain why things happen the way they do, especially with relationships, violence, and success all colliding.

[Verse 2: Max B]
In this part, Max B leans more into his flashy lifestyle while still keeping that street edge. He talks about expensive cars, tailored suits, and standing out with a unique flow that others can’t copy. He compares himself to a basketball legend to show skill and confidence under pressure. There’s a sense of excess, partying, and indulgence, but it’s told casually, like it’s normal for him now. He also mentions people depending on him for protection, hinting at responsibility mixed with danger. Money brings attention, jealousy, and tension, even in romantic relationships. He shows loyalty to friends from the streets by sharing success with them. His wave is described as unstoppable, like a storm, reinforcing his influence. At the same time, violence is always close, treated almost casually, showing how numb he’s become to it. Smoking, riding around listening to his own music, and acting without fear all show self-assurance. Yet underneath, there’s impulsiveness and the risk of losing control. He admits to doing things without thinking too deeply, chasing moments, pleasure, and power, even when he doesn’t fully understand where it’s all leading.

[Chorus: Max B]
This repetition comes back to underline that feeling of being overwhelmed. Even with money, respect, and confidence, there’s still mental confusion. It sounds like he’s admitting that some choices, emotions, and outcomes don’t make sense to him anymore. The phrase becomes a way to shrug at chaos, almost accepting that life is unpredictable and explanations aren’t always clear, especially when emotions and street pressure mix together.

[Outro: Max B]
Here the focus shifts to a personal relationship and emotional conflict. He sounds genuinely confused by his own behavior and the situation with a woman who has left her partner for him. The emotions feel rushed and intense, like everything is happening at once. Comparing it to being stuck in traffic shows feeling trapped with no clear direction. He feels thrown off balance, unsure how to respond or take control. It ends the song on a vulnerable note, showing that despite toughness and success, emotional situations still leave him unsettled and searching for clarity.