: Future references high-speed driving ("200 miles on the dash"), drug use ("dirty soda in a Styrofoam"), and wealth.
While the title refers to the NCAA basketball tournament, the lyrics bridge the gap between "lavish" living and grim social reality.
: A significant portion of the song addresses police brutality and civil rights, with lines like "all these cops shootin' a nigga, tragic".
For a deep dive into how the iconic beat was constructed, you can watch this production breakdown: How To Make Future March Madness YouTube• Sep 18, 2016 Future - March Madness (Official Audio)
: Available on Future's Official YouTube Channel .
: A core rhythmic element of the song is the use of 1/8 triplet notes , which creates a distinct "swing" sound.
: The song gained massive popularity in the sports world, notably after LeBron James was seen warming up to it. Where to Listen