"5 O'Clock" is a song by Gucci Mane that portrays a story set in Atlanta, Georgia. The song begins with an incident where someone robbed Gucci's place, stealing money, weed, and a watch. Feeling betrayed and seeking revenge, Gucci wants the person responsible dead by 5 o'clock. He expresses his frustration and determination to handle the situation by resorting to violence. In the first verse, Gucci refers to himself as being part of the "brick squad" and a seller of drugs. He mentions a significant loss of drugs in New Mexico and his lack of trust in women. He also pays homage to fallen rappers Soldier Slim, Tupac, and The Notorious B.I.G. as they were considered "soldiers" in the hip-hop industry. Gucci explains that even though his partner is serving a long prison sentence, he still wants closure for their friendship. In the second verse, Gucci acknowledges that others play for keeps in the dangerous streets he navigates. He boasts about making more money in a day than a teacher makes in a year. Gucci emphasizes the importance of self-defense and being armed due to the animosity he faces from haters. He advises others to legally obtain a gun and raps about his affinity for luxury items like the FN pistol. Gucci also mentions his involvement in drug trafficking and hanging out with his Haitian friends at Central Station while consuming drugs. Overall, "5 O'Clock" captures Gucci Mane's street-oriented lifestyle and mindset. It portrays a narrative of revenge and showcases the harsh realities and mentality prevalent in certain neighborhoods.
