pushing P

What does pushing P mean?

Pushing P (usually styled as pushin P or pushin’ P) is a slang term that’s most commonly used to roughly mean acting with integrity and style while maintaining and displaying one’s success (similar to the meaning of the slang terms keeping it player and keeping it real). The P in the phrase is most often interpreted as standing for the slang word player (often styled as playa).

For example, a person who remains true to themself and their friends while also maintaining great success and wealth (displayed through luxury possessions and lifestyle) would be said to be pushin p.

However, the term is especially known for having a flexible meaning. Other uses and interpretations of the phrase are also positive but may be more specific. The P in pushin P is also sometimes used by itself to refer to such behavior or specific things considered good. Sometimes, it’s used to refer to specific words that start with P, such as paper (a slang term for money).

The phrase was popularized by the 2022 song “pushin P” by rappers Gunna, Future, and Young Thug. The phrase features prominently in the song’s lyrics, which use it to mean different things (intentionally leaving such meanings up to interpretation).

On social media, the P in the phrase is often depicted as the P Button emoji 🅿️ (including in posts by Gunna himself).