Vetements Lyrics – Eladio Carrión

Vetements Lyrics Meaning

[Intro]
Eladio starts by emphasizing the feeling of making money—nothing compares to it. He spells out “money” and expresses how success brings a sense of satisfaction, almost making you want to sing happily. It sets the tone for the song, highlighting wealth and financial success as key themes.

[Verso 1]
Eladio talks about signing a major contract with New Balance, explaining why he no longer wears Nike. This symbolizes how his financial success gives him brand loyalty deals. He compares fear to a drawer, saying he has many drawers, like in an IKEA setup—meaning he doesn’t let fear stop him. He mocks people moving slow in life by referencing turtles but clarifies he’s not talking about the Ninja Turtles. He flexes his wealth, saying he’s always stylish and wearing high-end brands like Vetements, not just regular streetwear. He compares his money to a self-driving Tesla, meaning his wealth grows effortlessly. He also dismisses haters, saying they don’t travel as much as Kemba Walker, an NBA player. Lastly, he brags about flying in luxury on a private jet with a bed, avoiding jet lag, which highlights his high-end lifestyle.

[Coro]
Eladio asks how he keeps succeeding while others keep failing. He suggests that he doesn’t follow the rules others try to measure him by. Instead, he keeps rising. If his flashy lifestyle bothers people, he tells them to stop watching him, emphasizing his confidence and carefree attitude.

[Verso 2]
Eladio continues flexing his wealth, saying he smokes expensive weed that costs as much as designer Amiri jeans. He has stacks of cash, referencing the blues (hundred-dollar bills) like legendary musician B.B. King. He reflects on his past, recalling a time when he couldn’t even afford car tires, but now, he has a personal chef with Michelin stars. This part of the song shows his journey from struggle to success.

[Coro]
He repeats the chorus, reinforcing his message of continuous growth. He doesn’t follow traditional rules, and if people don’t like it, that’s their problem. He wants to keep winning and rising.

[Verso 3]
Myke Towers jumps in, saying the worst thing is someone with money but no vision. He makes it clear that money alone doesn’t equal talent, highlighting that success comes from hard work, not just wealth. He stresses the importance of patience, practice, and persistence while taking satisfaction in seeing fake people fail. He dreams of having a mansion in his hometown, showing that despite success, he stays connected to his roots. He treats people with respect, from bosses to regular people, and emphasizes how his presence is always felt when he arrives.

He sees making and investing money as a science and says no one can compare to him. He references feeling like Ñengo Flow in Valencia, meaning he’s at the top of his game. He flexes his wealth again, saying his pockets are full, while others are empty. A woman mispronounces “Vetements,” which adds a touch of humor and highlights his fashion-forward image.

He talks about always wanting financial independence and aiming to make money like billionaires Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg. He remembers when people underestimated him when he was broke, but that only fueled his hunger for success. He compares himself to lava, saying if his rivals bring fire, he brings something even hotter. He even mentions that drug lords who have moved massive amounts of product listen to his music, showing his influence.

Finally, he laughs at how people always ask him how he does it, saying success comes naturally to him. He notes that when haters face him in real life, they get nervous, showing his dominance.

[Outro]
Myke speaks directly to Eladio, saying he’s taking a break to make some reggaeton songs. He brags that they’ve already mastered the rap game and that making hits has become easy for them. He reminds everyone that they’ve been kings since they were kids, highlighting their confidence and long-term success. He ends with a shoutout to their crew, Young Kingz and Sauce Boyz, reinforcing their brand and dominance.