The song "Soon On Top" by JoeyAK tells a story about his rise to success and the challenges he faced along the way. The lyrics convey his determination to keep pushing forward despite obstacles and setbacks. In the first verse, JoeyAK expresses his unstoppable drive to achieve his goals. He compares himself to Dutch footballer Arjen Robben, who is known for his speed and agility. He also mentions being a barber, metaphorically implying that he is always making the right moves. He refers to himself as a "daggoe," which is a slang term for a street-savvy individual, and mentions being in "hokken" (cells) and on "toppen" (mountaintops), symbolizing his experiences with both confinement and success. Lastly, he mentions "droppen" (dropping) black candies, possibly referring to selling drugs. In the second verse, Lucass questions why JoeyAK involves himself with a certain woman, suggesting that it causes complications. He also mentions the division of money, with black representing profits and white representing taxes. He references others talking about being tough but being scared when faced with danger. Lucass then uses Guyanese Dutch Creole to say that he doesn't care about others' opinions and is focused on making money. In the third verse, JoeyAK talks about betrayal and mistrust. He believed someone had his back, but they showed their true colors when they pulled out a gun. He criticizes people who act supportive but secretly hold ill intentions. He advises others to stay out of his way and mentions being with dangerous individuals from the "6" (a reference to the Bijlmer neighborhood in Amsterdam). He talks about being ready for a fight and taking control of his surroundings. He also mentions being willing to take risks and make his presence felt. In the fourth verse, Lucass expresses his disillusionment with fame and how people change because of it. He and his friends pride themselves on being authentic and not conforming to society's expectations. He mentions being from the "GV" (Gein Veld) neighborhood, which is associated with crime and hustling. He raps about his experiences in the streets and the struggles he faced growing up. Despite hardships, he remains resilient and continues to fight. In the fifth verse, JoeyAK criticizes others for their fake lyrics. He warns that if they come at him with lies, they will be exposed and broken. He talks about his familiarity with firearms and his willingness to use them against anyone who opposes him. He mentions his need for money and compares himself to a garbage man collecting piles of cash. He talks about constantly moving forward, comparing it to being on a swing. He also remarks on the lack of focus in others, even when aiming to achieve specific goals. He concludes by asserting his dominance and telling others to fall back. In the final verse, Lucass questions why people continue to dream instead of taking action. He references a snitch and emphasizes the importance of loyalty and following a code. He talks about his upbringing in the GV neighborhood and being held at gunpoint but never shooting back. He mentions the consequences of not taking action and the disappointment of friends who turned against him. He warns against fake people and emphasizes the loyalty of his true friends. He underlines the significance of financial success and being respected in his community. He also addresses snitches and speaks about the loyalty of his shooters. Overall, "Soon On Top" portrays the struggles, determination, and victories in JoeyAK's life as he navigates the challenges of his environment and strives for success.
