"MILLE" is a song by GENT, a German rapper of Kosovar-Albanian descent. The lyrics depict his journey from the difficult streets of the ghetto to success and prosperity. The song starts by mentioning having ten thousand euros in his jeans, but he only speaks if it brings him money. He mentions driving around in a Maybach, a luxury car, and constantly increasing his sales. There is stress in the air, but he fights for his neighborhood ("the hood") because everyone wants to escape the ghetto. He asks Shoki, a term for someone who gives money, to give him a lot of cash. He acknowledges that God sees everything and wants to make things right. He rolls through the neighborhood, where every eye meets him, but karma can strike at any moment. He apologizes to his mother but promises to come back home soon. The chorus repeats the phrase "Shoki gib mir Mille" which means "Shoki, give me a thousand" in German slang. He wants to receive a large sum of money. He says it multiple times, emphasizing his desire for wealth. He mentions driving in an SUV with everything being real. He boasts about throwing around banknotes and being associated with influential people ("M"). He talks about dealing drugs ("Push Packs") and being influenced by drugs like marijuana ("Sativa"), Haze, and vitamins. He mentions Jay, possibly referring to Jay-Z, and feeling an adrenaline rush. He claims that the money he makes is safe and says he works at night, providing for the market. He highlights growing up in dirty streets in the city and emerging from it like a raw diamond. He mentions taking a hit and flying away, not worrying about life's problems. He speeds in a white Jeep, and his father says he deserves it. He has a head full of money, with 20,000 euros in his wallet. He flies in a jet to Saint Tropez and enjoys some Chardonnay. The song ends with the repetition of the chorus, emphasizing his desire for large sums of money. Overall, "MILLE" portrays GENT's journey from poverty to success, highlighting the challenges he faced, his determination to escape the ghetto, and his aspirations for wealth and luxury.
