Released: 2023 • Features: 21 Savage
“Turks & Caicos” by Rod Wave, featuring 21 Savage is a tribute to their experiences with women from around the world – from meeting them in clubs to connecting with them in various cities. It emphasizes the hedonistic lifestyle that often comes with fame and success, filled with exotic vacations, parties, and encounters with alluring women. With references to luxurious locations like Turks & Caicos, this song vividly paints a picture of the lavish lifestyle these artists lead.
The song opens with Rod Wave appreciating the allure of women (‘girls’) across the globe, describing the ideal woman as “a real deal diva, more than an Instagram model”, meaning she’s not just for show – she’s got genuine substance. His lyrics phrase “I bring the party to me” implies that wherever he travels, his lifestyle follows. In the line, “Hold on, T, could you stop the beat?”, Rod Wave incorporates a moment of realism in the party scene, suggesting a break from the partying to grab something to eat – a slice-of-life moment that breaks down the glitz and glamour.
He then reveals a willingness to be entrapped by these alluring women – “If she tryna set a trap, then it’s gonna work”. The lyrics “I love you and all your baddie friends, boo, let’s go to Turks,” confirm Rod Wave’s interest in these women extends beyond one-night stands – he’s including them in his opulent vacations to places like Turks & Caicos.
21 Savage’s verse carries this narrative forward. The lines “Michigan, Atlanta, Florida, Alabama” are nods to a lifestyle spanning across various cities. “Bougies and the ratchets, I don’t really have a standard,” essentially means he’s open to women from different walks of life. The lyric “I’m a young player, I rub feet and I light candles” offers an intimate glimpse into 21 Savage’s romantic side, while “She love lemon drops and like to open-toe her sandals” paints a detailed picture of his ideal lady.
In a playful twist, 21 Savage says, “If you learn to do it with no hands, I might promote you”. Here, he’s possibly alluding to his partner’s intimate skillset, suggesting there could be more to their relationship if she brings something unique to the table.
Overall, “Turks & Caicos” is a vivid account of Rod Wave and 21 Savage’s experiences with global magnetism – the allure they hold and the allure that holds them. The song recognizes and celebrates the women who have shown interest in them, and in return, they offer a peek into their extravagant lifestyles and the fun that awaits.
