[Intro]
Rich kids' rules, yeah, I know them well
Private school drama, I got stories to tell
[Verse 1]
Designer backpacks, they thought they owned the game
But money can't buy swag, that shit is kinda lame
Daddy's credit card don't make you cool
I learned that lesson quick in this fancy-ass school
They tried to block me out, yeah, they made their clique
But real recognize real, and I ain't no basic bitch
[Chorus]
Playground rules, but I changed the game
They thought cash was power, now they know my name
Playground rules, watch me break them all
Top of the food chain, yeah, I'm standing tall
(Vai! Vai! Vai!)
[Verse 2]
Started from the bottom of their social scene
Now they all want features, funny how things change
Got that natural flow, that's what made me rise
While they buying friends, I'm collecting real allies
Talent speaks louder than a trust fund voice
Now they all follow me, ain't got no choice
From outsider to king, yeah, that's my tale
Real funk don't care if you shop retail
[Chorus]
Playground rules, but I changed the game
They thought cash was power, now they know my name
Playground rules, watch me break them all
Top of the food chain, yeah, I'm standing tall
(Vai! Vai! Vai!)
[Outro]
From the playground to the streets
My funk makes their world complete
Money talks, but talent screams
Now they're all up in my team
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