Ready
Player One
Steady aim, ready play
You ain’t the one, my nigga, don’t step in my lane, nah
Ready to make the game
Before you would’ve thought that was arranged
Boy, you about high as you can’t let in the game, nah
I said forget all the fame
Fuck, leave the boys [?] my name
So I came in with that new strat, then everything changed
Pressure came, and I overcame
Everything, but I’m still over the game
Niggas talk shit, I know it’s a game
Kill ’em with every song, got range
And I got a full clip, I’m blowin’ his brains out
Now they know what he thinkin’ about
I don’t show no remorse for him
I’m better off scorchin’ him
And I put flame on a track, DeLorean
I got me on repeat, I’m bored of him
Played out like accordion
And I’m laid out with my shorty in Malibu
I tell you the beef I got with you
None at all, but it’s a must
I kill him with a 1v1, Rust
And I’m with a [?] trust
I’ma get money, let’s run it up
Paper plane, say my name, and I’m Candyman
Niggas be like “You vanished, man”
But I told you I really can’t stand the fame
And I told you I gotta handle things
Told you I gotta handle things and I’m done
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Leveling Up: A Deeper Look at “Ready Player One”
Bryson Tiller’s “Ready Player One” cleverly blends gaming metaphors with the realities of life in the limelight. The track opens with references to video game culture—having a “steady aim” and being “ready to play”—which Tiller uses to parallel his approach to competition in the music industry. He draws a line between himself and others, making it clear he won’t tolerate those unprepared to match his drive or talent. The song is also layered with introspection; while Tiller claims victory over adversity (“Pressure came, and I overcame”), he reveals his weariness with the fame and drama that accompany success. The recurring motif of “killing” with every song and possessing a “full clip” emphasizes his lyrical prowess and relentless ambition. Ultimately, Tiller’s message is one of dominance and self-assurance, all while navigating the challenges that come with being in the spotlight.
Song Credits
- Artist: Bryson Tiller
- Songwriters: Bryson Tiller