Released: 2013 • Features: Wiz Khalifa
“We Own It (Fast & Furious)” by Wiz Khalifa and 2 Chainz is a high-octane anthem of bold determination and unshakeable loyalty. It’s a testament to the pursuit of success and the defiance of impending doom, captured through the metaphorical lens of the street racing culture illustrated in the “Fast & Furious” franchise.
The first verse by 2 Chainz kicks in with the line “Money’s the motivation”, signalling the song’s emphasis on the hustle and grind towards financial success. The term “paid-cation” is a slick repurposing of the word “vacation”, reimagining it as getting paid for your endeavors. The verse paints a vivid picture of risk-taking and commitment to one’s passion, epitomized in the lyric “Gunshots in the dark, one eye closed”, a metaphorical expression of diving headfirst into dangerous territories with partial knowledge.
The chorus, led by Wiz Khalifa, introduces the call “One shot, everything rides on tonight”, an embodiment of the ‘all or nothing’ mindstate. The line “Even if I got three strikes, I’ma go for it” is a reference to the ‘Three Strikes Rule’ in the American justice system, symbolizing resilience in the face of insurmountable odds. The phrase “We own it” refers to owning the moment and taking charge of one’s destiny.
Jumping into the second verse, Wiz Khalifa reinforces solidarity and hustle, standing firm with lines like “What you say? Tell me what you say, Workin’ hard, reppin’ for my dogs, do this everyday”. The lyrics “Takin’ off, lookin’ out for all, makin’ sure we ball” uses ‘ball’ as a slang term for living extravagantly, while ‘takin’ off’ signifies a rapid ascension to success.
2 Chainz takes over in the final verse, continuing the theme of solidarity and resilience. He uses the term ‘plugs’ as street jargon for connections or sources, specifically in the context of drug dealing, but here it symbolizes resources and networks utilized for success. The verse closes with the statement “Our cars don’t even lose control”, implying unwavering control over their journey, despite danger and uncertainty.
Overall, “We Own It (Fast & Furious)” is a testament to the relentless pursuit of success, unwavering loyalty, and the audacity to risk it all despite the odds—an apt embodiment of the thrill and dogged determination embodied in the “Fast & Furious” saga.
