Carson began his career under the stage name Ken Car$on, but changed it to Ken Carson after explaining in an interview with Our Generation Music that he was inspired by the Barbie boyfriend, Ken, and wanted to "live better than him". He began gaining recognition after meeting record producer TM88 in 2015 and signing to 808 Mafia as a rapper.
He released his first two EPs in 2020: Boy Barbie and Teen X. The latter featured his biggest song to date, βYale.β Ken began 2021 by releasing the first Lost Files compilation on SoundCloud and releasing his third EP, Teen X : Relapsed, which features standout song βHigh as Sh!T.β
His debut album, Project X, was released on July 23, 2021. Project X became a major success, as songs such as βRock N Rollβ and βChangeβ started to gain attention through social media. In 2022, Ken Carson signed a deal with Interscope Records and released the third installment of Lost Files through SoundCloud, with features from Lil Tecca and labelmate Destroy Lonely. His sophomore album, X, was released on July 8, 2022 and contained features from fellow labelmates Destroy Lonely and Homixide Gang. The deluxe version of the album, XTENDED, was released on October 31, 2022.
Yale
Ken Carson Lyrics
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When she wanna fuck, I just tell her, "Ring the bell"
Hit her from the back, she can't do nothing but yell
And she smart as fuck, I got this bitch straight out of Yale
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
And you know I'm high as fuck, my eyes just red, but they was just pale
If it's up, then nigga, it's stuck, don't come outside, not even for air
Got a Glocky on my hip, and I'll blow this bitch just like a ref'
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Niggas thinking this shit sweet 'til one of they partners disappear
Give a fuck 'bout your mama crying, give a fuck 'bout that lil' bitch shedding tears
Gotta keep the fire by your side because the opps is always near
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Double cup, ho, I sip lean, know all these old niggas sip beer
All I do is just lead and all these lil' niggas just cheer
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah
The lyrics of Ken Carson's song "Yale" tell a story of a rapper who is bragging about his lifestyle and his sexual prowess. He claims to keep someone's girlfriend in his apartment and is quick to satisfy her sexual cravings whenever she rings the bell. He also emphasizes the intelligence of the woman he is with, stating he got her straight out of Yale. The rapper also makes it clear that he is high on drugs and is always prepared for any danger or conflict that may arise. He warns his enemies to stay away from him, as he always carries a gun by his side.
The song provides an insight into the hardcore rap culture, where themes of sex, drugs, and violence are prominent. The rapper's tone is arrogant and boasts about how he controls the people around him. He also makes it clear that he has little regard for human life or emotions, as indicated by his disregard for the suffering of others.
Overall, "Yale" perpetuates dangerous stereotypes of hyper-masculinity, violence, and promiscuity. It reinforces the notion that these behaviors are acceptable and even admirable in the world of rap music.
Line by Line Meaning
Uh, I keep your ho upstairs
I have a woman in my possession and she is staying with me.
When she wanna fuck, I just tell her, "Ring the bell"
When she is ready to engage in sexual activity, she alerts me by ringing a bell.
Hit her from the back, she can't do nothing but yell
When engaging in sexual activity from behind, she can only vocalize her pleasure or displeasure.
And she smart as fuck, I got this bitch straight out of Yale
The woman in my possession is highly intelligent and graduated from Yale University.
And you know I'm high as fuck, my eyes just red, but they was just pale
I am under the influence of drugs and my eyes have changed from their normal appearance to a reddish color.
If it's up, then nigga, it's stuck, don't come outside, not even for air
If violence or conflict is initiated, it will not cease until it has been resolved and it is not safe to be outside.
Got a Glocky on my hip, and I'll blow this bitch just like a ref'
I am carrying a Glock handgun and will use it to harm someone who gets in my way, similar to how referees blow their whistle to stop play.
Niggas thinking this shit sweet 'til one of they partners disappear
People believe that the situation is going well until someone in their group goes missing mysteriously.
Give a fuck 'bout your mama crying, give a fuck 'bout that lil' bitch shedding tears
I am indifferent to the emotional reactions of others, including a mother crying or a girl shedding tears.
Gotta keep the fire by your side because the opps is always near
It is important to carry a weapon for protection because the opposition is always present and a potential threat.
Double cup, ho, I sip lean, know all these old niggas sip beer
I am drinking a mixture of prescription-strength cough syrup and soda in a double cup, a popular recreational beverage. Older individuals tend to drink the more traditional alcoholic beverage of beer.
All I do is just lead and all these lil' niggas just cheer
I am a dominant figure who is looked up to by younger individuals, and they follow and support me.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Repetitive affirmation.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Repetitive affirmation.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Repetitive affirmation.
Yeah
Repetitive affirmation.
Writer(s): Kenyatta Frazier Jr
Contributed by Jordyn Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
tyger
on mdma (feat. Destroy loNely)
good song