The song "Coastin'" by Joell Ortiz and KXNG Crooked (formerly known as Crooked I) tells a story about a toxic relationship with the music industry. The lyrics compare the industry to a beautiful woman who seduces and manipulates them with money and fame. The song starts with the artists warning others not to fall in love with the music industry because it won't reciprocate their love. They express their frustration with someone who claims to be a friend but only cares about their own interests. Joell Ortiz questions the loyalty of this person, mentioning their previous plans to separate from their label, Shady Records, and go independent. He reveals that the person prioritizes their own agenda over the collective goals of the group, causing friction and disappointment. The lyrics mention specific incidents, such as a visit to a strip club in Gardena, where Joell Ortiz paid for security for his supposed friend. He also references a diss track by rapper Lupe Fiasco towards their group member, Royce da 5'9" (known as Nickle), and contemplates retaliation but realizes it wouldn't be financially beneficial. Joell Ortiz then reveals his attempts to make a business deal for the group, offering a substantial amount of money for one album, but his supposed friend didn't even bother contacting him. He feels disrespected and suggests that this person didn't value their friendship enough to give him a call. The song concludes with Joell Ortiz expressing his disappointment in the relationship with the music industry. He states that he has outgrown it and they no longer have anything in common. He refers to the industry as a seductive yet ugly side of a beautiful game, suggesting that the allure of money and fame in the music industry isn't worth the toxicity it brings. Overall, "Coastin'" portrays the artists' disillusionment with the music industry and their frustrations with someone who claims to be a friend but only looks out for themselves. The lyrics reflect the challenges and betrayals faced within the industry and the artists' decision to move on from their toxic relationship with it.
