Discover the story of the song > Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik – Outkast

The song is about how the protagonist and his crew like to roll around in their Cadillac, listening to music and enjoying life in the Southern United States. They reference things like catfish and grits, khaki pants, and Adidas sneakers that are popular in their culture. They also talk about carrying guns for protection. The chorus is about how their music is meant to get people high and dance, but they warn against abusing it. The song ends with a nod to their roots and the other artists from their area that they work with.