Discover the story of the song > Safe + Sound – DJ Quik

The song talks about how the protagonist grew up in a rough neighborhood and learned that making money is more important than anything else. He remembers how his friends started making money when they were young, and how he learned to sell drugs with the help of his sister. He moved to Los Angeles and became a successful pimp, but still believes that money is more important than anything else. The chorus emphasizes that making money is what keeps him safe and sound.