No Pole Lyrics – Don Toliver

No Pole Lyrics Meaning

[Intro]
A vibey start, setting the mood with a catchy rhythm.

[Chorus]
The woman in the song wants to leave her stripping past behind. She doesn’t want to dance anymore. Meanwhile, the artist talks about making quick moves in his life, possibly referring to making money and moving on. He also suggests that she owes him something, whether emotionally or financially. The “scrape the bowl” line hints at making the most out of everything, squeezing out every last bit.

[Verse 1]
Here, Don Toliver brags about his flashy lifestyle and how he stands out as a “hood hero.” He references wealth, luxury jewelry (Johnny Dang dental), and a wild party lifestyle filled with drügs (Skittles) and reckless fun. He also hints at a woman’s strong attraction to him, calling her a nympho. The mention of Rob De Niro and “chicken” (money) shows he’s financially successful. At the same time, the woman is lost in this lifestyle, too intoxicated to listen or think clearly.

[Chorus]
Again, the chorus emphasizes how the woman no longer wants to be a stripper and is trying to move on from that world. Don Toliver talks about how he keeps things moving, possibly referring to his own hustle and money flow. He also reminds her that she owes him something, possibly suggesting that he helped her in some way. The “lick the spoon and scrape the bowl” part can symbolize taking advantage of every opportunity, ensuring nothing goes to waste, or even indulging in excesses like drügs, money, or relationships.

[Verse 2]
In this verse, Don Toliver talks about money and status. He’s surrounded by strippers throwing money around but sees this woman trying to escape that life. He encourages her to keep running from it, but at the same time, he applies pressure on her, especially in their relationship. He talks about his wealth, checking his bank account, and how much he values his money. The “anchor” and “locked in your sea” lines suggest he’s deeply connected to her. He expresses that she’s special, buying her gifts like diamonds, but also implying that she now owes him something in return. He questions whether she’s truly committed to him and teases a wild, intoxicating, and possibly toxic relationship where he gets her drunk and they indulge in pleasure together.

[Chorus]
Once again, the chorus reminds us that she wants to leave her old life behind. Don Toliver keeps moving forward, getting what he needs and not waiting around. He still believes she owes him something, whether it’s loyalty, money, or love. The repetition of scraping the bowl continues the idea of making the most of everything, whether it’s money, experiences, or relationships.

[Outro]
The outro reinforces the idea that she’s done with stripping. She doesn’t want to go back to the club anymore, and Don Toliver acknowledges this. He sends her on her way, possibly letting her go or moving on himself. It ends on a note of transition, change, and moving forward.