The group released their first mixtape All-American Trash in 2016. Their debut album SATURATION was released on June 9, 2017, followed by SATURATION II on August 25 and SATURATION III on December 15, 2017. On March 30, 2018, BROCKHAMPTON announced that they had signed a record deal under RCA Records.
In the summer of 2018, the group parted ways with vocalist Ameer Vann over accusations of sexual misconduct. Their album which was set for release, titled Puppy, was thrown out after the incident. Three tracks from the album were reworked and released over subsequent weeks throughout the summer, including “1999 Wildfire”, “1998 Truman” and “1997 Diana”
On September 21, 2018, the boyband released their fourth studio album, Iridescence, recorded in London's iconic Abbey Road Studios over ten days. It was their major-label debut, as well as their first album since Ameer Vann's departure following sexual misconduct allegations.
The album marked BROCKHAMPTON's first number-one album, as the album debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 Chart. The album sold 101,000 copies in its first week and was released just weeks before the band embarked on their first tour without ex-member Ameer.
BROCKHAMPTON returned in 2019 which a string of singles, “I Been Born Again”, “If You Pray Right”, “Boy Bye”, and “No Halo”. GINGER is the fifth studio album by American hip-hop collective Brockhampton. It was released on August 23, 2019, through the band's label Question Everything and RCA. It features slowthai, Deb Never, and the band's members.
2020 was the first year since 2016 that they did not officially release a project; instead, Brockhampton began streaming weekly on Twitch and Instagram to DJ and premiere new songs, which would also be posted to and deleted from their YouTube channel regularly. However, none of these songs were officially released on streaming services due to challenges with sample clearance. This era was dubbed "TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES".
In 2021, BROCKHAMPTON returned with their sixth album, Roadrunner: New Light, New Machine, released on April 9th. The singles for the album included “Buzzcut” and “Count On Me”. The album included features from Danny Brown, JPEGMAFIA, A$AP Rocky, A$AP Ferg, SoGone SoFlexy, Charlie Wilson and Baird.
On January 14, 2022, the band announced that they would no longer be performing as a group and would go on indefinite hiatus after their 2022 Coachella performances. On April 16, 2022, during the first of said Coachella performances, BROCKHAMPTON announced a final album that would arrive the same year. The title of this album, The Family, was revealed in late October, and the album was released on November 17, 2022. However, the band announced another surprise follow-up album TM that would release the following day, November 18, 2022.
BUZZCUT
BROCKHAMPTON Lyrics
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Thank God you let me crash on your couch
Who's my God that I'm prayin' to now?
Early two-thous', they tried to jump me in, Latino protection
Any direction, you gave me your blessing
Texan, I text him, I told him I got him
Told him I made it to Hollywood, all it took was a summer to fail
A platinum record not gon' keep my black ass out of jail
Truth prevails, this is real, miss my brother
I love my mother, drove all the way to Cali' just to check up on me
Made her go home, felt the virus
Web of life is my weed, false dreams stripped by silence
Deals they had us sign, for years it had me blind
Think I had to hit rewind and think about why I do shine
Got my cousin doin' time, he was barely pushin' dimes
My whole family cursed, now get the fuck out my ride
'Ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, yeah, I
Nothin', nothin', nothin', nothin', nothin'
Come get the fuck out my ride
'Ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, yeah, I (get the fuck out)
Fuck with me, gives no shit, guess my ignorance is bliss
Now get the fuck out my ride
'Ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, yeah, I
Nothin', nothin', nothin', nothin', nothin'
So get the fuck out my ride
'Ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, yeah, I
Plus I tend to say shit to get these motherfuckers sick (get the fuck out)
Live from the gutter, blood like red paint spills
You niggas ain't alpha, you're incels
You normies ain't a part of the script, dox your house with Crips
Pop shit and I'ma get content, constant
Where to begin? A veteran with medicine pen
Let 'em all in, treat 'em like they next of my kin
Checkin' your chin way before the record begin
Niggas blow a lot of smoke like they breath in the wind
Ain't no pretend, tell you how it is, how it go
What do you know? when you start escapin' your soul
White on the street, walking the beat like Abbey Road
Truth be told, no such thing as real nigga mold
Through the light, camera, action, glamour, glitters and gold
Unfold the scroll, plant seeds to stampede the globe
No peace on the street, so I'm clutchin' my heat
Gotta watch for these savages roamin' the street (go)
I (I) (go)
I'ma see you when I do
Now get the fuck out my ride
'Ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, yeah, I (yeah, nigga)
(we back up in this thang)
Now get the fuck out my ride (yeah, new machine)
(Yeah, I) They said I'd never ever see the sunlight (tell 'em)
I thought I'd never ever see the sunlight
They said I'd never ever see the sunlight
Sometimes it drives me crazy (look at the sky)
This all I got for you (niggas)
The sunlight, it'll drive you crazy
What is God to you niggas?
Goddamn, motherfucker, uh
In BROCKHAMPTON's song BUZZCUT, the lyrics start with the question "Who let the dope boys out?". The tone of the song is aggressive and confrontational. It talks about the struggles of life and the internal conflicts of the artist. The reference of Latino protection suggests that the artist had to navigate gang violence in their past. The artist has a sense of gratitude for the person who allowed them to crash on their couch.
The chorus of the song is a repetition of the phrase "get the fuck out my ride" which is a message to the people who do not support the artist or try to bring them down. The second verse starts with the line "Live from the gutter, blood like red paint spills" which is a metaphor for the hardships the artist has faced in their life. The artist talks about the importance of staying true to oneself and not pretending to be someone else. The song ends with the lyric "What is God to you niggas?" which suggests that the artist is questioning their faith and the meaning of life.
Overall, BUZZCUT is a song that delves deep into the thoughts and struggles of the artist. It highlights the importance of staying true to oneself and not pretending to be something else.
Line by Line Meaning
Who let the dope boys out?
Asking who is responsible for unleashing the drug dealers on the street.
Thank God you let me crash on your couch
Expressing gratitude towards someone who offered shelter during a difficult time.
Who's my God that I'm prayin' to now?
Questioning the religious beliefs and identity of the person praying.
Early two-thous', they tried to jump me in, Latino protection
Recounting a past incident where a Latino gang offered protection against harm.
Any direction, you gave me your blessing
Acknowledging someone who gave their approval regardless of the direction taken.
Texan, I text him, I told him I got him
Informing a friend from Texas that they have support.
Told him I made it to Hollywood, all it took was a summer to fail
Sharing the story of a failed attempt to succeed in Hollywood despite a brief period of success.
A platinum record not gon' keep my black ass out of jail
Realizing that even with success, being black can cause unjust arrests and convictions.
Truth prevails, this is real, miss my brother
Acknowledging the reality of the situation and expressing sadness over the loss of a brother.
I love my mother, drove all the way to Cali' just to check up on me
Showing appreciation for a mother who went out of her way to care for her child.
Made her go home, felt the virus
Preferring that someone not stay due to an uncomfortable or potentially dangerous situation.
Web of life is my weed, false dreams stripped by silence
Reflecting on the complexities of life and how drug use can provide an escape from false expectations.
Deals they had us sign, for years it had me blind
Acknowledging the negative impact of being caught up in bad deals and contracts.
Think I had to hit rewind and think about why I do shine
Reflecting on the reasons for one's success and how it can be perceived by others.
Got my cousin doin' time, he was barely pushin' dimes
Expressing sadness and frustration over a relative being incarcerated for a minor drug offense.
My whole family cursed, now get the fuck out my ride
Feeling burdened and angry about the circumstances in life and choosing to remove someone from the situation.
'Ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, yeah, I
Repeating a nonsensical sound as a filler or to emphasize a point.
Nothin', nothin', nothin', nothin', nothin'
Emphasizing the lack of value in a situation or thing.
Come get the fuck out my ride
Commanding someone to leave the car or situation immediately.
Fuck with me, gives no shit, guess my ignorance is bliss
Being apathetic towards negativity and ignorance as a coping mechanism.
'Ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, 'ide, yeah, I (get the fuck out)
Reiterating the same nonsensical sound while angrily telling someone to leave.
Live from the gutter, blood like red paint spills
Describing a violent and chaotic scene in a grimy location.
You niggas ain't alpha, you're incels
Dismissing weak and unconfident males as 'incels.'
You normies ain't a part of the script, dox your house with Crips
Excluding average people from being a part of an elite group and threatening violence towards them.
Pop shit and I'ma get content, constant
Encountering negative talk or behavior and acknowledging it as a source of inspiration for creative output.
Where to begin? A veteran with medicine pen
Introducing himself as someone skilled with writing and experienced in a certain field.
Let 'em all in, treat 'em like they next of my kin
Welcoming everyone with open arms and treating them like family.
Checkin' your chin way before the record begin
Being prepared to face obstacles and challenges before the start of a new venture.
Niggas blow a lot of smoke like they breath in the wind
Observed behavior of individuals who boast or make empty threats without substance.
Ain't no pretend, tell you how it is, how it go
Being honest and direct to others about the reality of the situation.
What do you know? when you start escapin' your soul
Questioning someone's knowledge and decision-making when they are avoiding inner turmoil.
White on the street, walking the beat like Abbey Road
Describing a confident and unique walk on the street using a reference to the well-known Beatles album cover.
Truth be told, no such thing as real nigga mold
Rejecting the notion that a person needs to conform to a certain image or standard to be considered authentic.
Through the light, camera, action, glamour, glitters and gold
Navigating the superficial and fleeting aspects of the entertainment industry.
Unfold the scroll, plant seeds to stampede the globe
Spreading a message of unity and empowerment globally through music.
No peace on the street, so I'm clutchin' my heat
Feeling unsafe in the streets and taking precautions to protect oneself.
Gotta watch for these savages roamin' the street (go)
Being cautious of potential dangerous individuals and acknowledging the need to leave a situation if necessary.
I'ma see you when I do
Expressing the willingness to meet someone in the future, without setting a specific date or time.
They said I'd never ever see the sunlight (tell 'em)
Refuting the negative predictions that others made about one's future.
I thought I'd never ever see the sunlight
Admitting to having doubts and concerns about one's future before achieving success.
Sometimes it drives me crazy (look at the sky)
Acknowledging the mental toll that success, and the pressure to maintain it, can take on a person.
This all I got for you (niggas)
Suggesting that the music they produce is all that they have to offer to their listeners.
The sunlight, it'll drive you crazy
Referring to the success and fame that can lead to mental distress and loss of control.
What is God to you niggas?
Questioning the role of religion and spirituality in the lives of listeners.
Goddamn, motherfucker, uh
Expressing frustration or anger towards a situation, person, or thing.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Versus, Daniel Sewell, Ian Simpson, Imondre Shaver Goss, Jabari Manwarring, Jared Scharff, Jeremy Ruzumna, Johan Lenox, Joseph Karnes, Romil Hemnani, Russell Evan Boring
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