It became one of the most successful singles for both artists, peaking in the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100.
The track found a second life on social media platforms like TikTok, where the opening lines—"I put the new Forgis on the Jeep"—became synonymous with viral memes and videos. Roddy Ricch with the new swag - Facebook
Despite his new wealth—carrying "a hundred racks" in his jeans—he emphasizes that he never forgot the struggle or the "dirty money" he had to "birdbath" (clean) early on. Cultural Impact Mustard - Ballin ft. Roddy Ricch
The story of "Ballin'" is a classic "rags to riches" anthem that chronicled Roddy Ricch's rapid ascent from the streets of Compton to the top of the music charts. The Inspiration and Sample
Released in 2019 as part of Mustard’s album Perfect Ten , the song became a massive cultural phenomenon: It became one of the most successful singles
In the lyrics, Roddy Ricch highlights the stark contrast between his past and present:
He mentions his upbringing in the "Yajects" (a reference to housing projects) and his time spent "trap[ping]" and "serv[ing] crack" to get by. Cultural Impact The story of "Ballin'" is a
The song's quality and popularity earned it a Grammy Award nomination for Best Rap/Sung Performance.