On the surface of “8 Figures,” it seems Maxo is boasting about his income. However, at the time of release, Maxo Kream’s entire net worth was about $300,000, which comes up 2 figures short of this “8 figure minimum” requirement to be making real money. It seems he is acknowledging the frailty of his fame and accompanying revenue. He shares stories of ways people blew all their money the street lifestyle he’s grown up in, and consequently advocates for frugality.

Maxo knows better than anyone that there’s no such thing as easy money. He assesses whether or not certain actions are justified in the name of income, as well as how quickly one can lose everything on the streets.