Token began cultivating his fanbase at age 14 after releasing simple videos online of him rapping. By age 16, Token had won multiple online rap contests and has amassed over a million views on his YouTube page. Along with his growing social following online, he began performing all around New England, establishing his live show amongst some known artists. Two of his videos, one of which was made when he was only 14, went viral on Facebook accumulating a total of 6 million views. Fresh off his 17th birthday, Token released a new video that went viral on YouTube and hit a milestone of 500k views in only 3 days and has since passed one million. Having garnered quite a dedicated following, Token has received many celebrity co signs including the likes of T-Pain, Fred Durst (of Limp Bizkit), Platinum Producer Clinton Sparks, RA The Rugged Man and Hollywood star and Boston's own Mark Wahlberg who recently pronounced Token his "new favorite rapper"
In 2016 Token released his debut mixtape "Eraser Shavings"
In 2018 Token released his debut album "Between Somewhere"
Code Red
Token Lyrics
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Teacher think I'm cheating, and she kick me out of class
Daddy think I'm growing up, and I'm really kicking ass
Mommy think I'm baby, and I really need a nap
Grandma think I'm a good boy, and I'm witty when I rap
But she don't know what the fuck I'm saying
She can't hear me I'm too fast
If she found out what I was saying, she would whip me on my ass
And she would probably fall to the ground with a mini
Heart-attack
Fans think I'm talented and nifty with the craft
Haters think I'm corny, and I'm cringey, and I'm trash
Labels think I'm selfish, and I'm stingy with the cash
I think they don't like me, they can kiss me on my ass
Sister think I'm preoccupied, she miss me way too bad
But she don't want to give me a call, 'cause I'm too busy doing raps
Doing tracks, doing shows, doing hoes from the back
Doing this, doing that, doing great, doing bad
Ay! Tell 'em I get the remedy and the potion
I just taught myself how to better breathe in the ocean
I'll be swimming through with the melody and the flow shit
When I pull up alla' the enemy, they go, "Oh shit!"
Everything I do is dark, and they tend to lead to commotion
Then I be taking your heart, it's a felony for emotion
I do it all for the art, but I presently got impulsion
Profit, pussy, power, I definitely am indulging
Definitely took my focus
Definitely is the show biz
Definitely lying to you, is definitely not the motive
Definitely know some rappers who always study my flows
And actin' like they don't know me
Then definitely went and stole it
Biting my shit little appetite bitch
You would owe me quite a bag if I patent that shit
Rapping ass kid with an ugly demeanor
Like "Fuck my teacher", now I fuck my teachers
I don't bust my heater
I'm a young mind-reader
I can tell you a bitch, I ain't a tough guy either
I was just a little boy with a plus sized feature
I don't ever get touched, I don't trust my preacher
Nuts hang low 'till they touch my sneakers
My socks aren't brown for my boxers on top, yeah
They told me that I got it all wrong, yeah
I can't hear you "La, la, la, la"
Need some money for my daddy, and a life for my mom
Got the pressure on my shoulders, but I'm walking all calm
I think all the spotlight, make me wanna cause harm
So it's always on sight, that is on a dot com
Not to call me commercially
Y'all take longer to worship me
I'll be all in a murder scene
Call the coffin security
Y'all don't want to encourage me
I'ma follow the person who causing all of the murders
Like Holocaust did to Germany
Y'all impostors are irking me
Costume on like you're working at Comic-con or the circus
But I'm opposite, heard of me?
I'm the guy that fucked you up, that walked you off to emergency
Just to impersonate as the doctor prepped into surgery
Knuckle up to maturity
Toughen up to authority
I don't want to kill all of 'em
Just the fucking majority
Run amuk on the orderly
Motherfuckers ignoring me
I might even be wearing that button up, do it formally
Formerly known as:
"Kiddie with no class", "Kiddie with no bitches"
"Kiddie with no cash"
Kiddie was so sad, give him a Prozac
But he never took it, now he act how the pros act
Now he's a no-knack
Giving out toe tags
Fuck a co-sign, I'm too cold for the collab
Who will oppose that?
I need to know that
This was a bullet if you got nowhere to blow at
Y'all softer than a cookie dough
If it means war I'll be following the bullet holes
Fuck you mean I shouldn't go?
You know what they say right?
Better safe than sorry
Better sorry than a pussy, though (pussy)
Huh, all of y'all softer than a tootsie roll
If that costs a pretty penny, my shit gon' be beautiful
I'ma do it all alone but if I hit the jackpot?
I'ma thank God, like "Halle-fucking-lujah hoe"
Yeah, halle-fucking-lujah hoe
I just hit the jackpot, halle-fucking-lujah hoe
I was always yellin' and suckin' on a titty as a 2 year-old
Ain't shit changed, that's beautiful halle-fucking-luja hoe
How the fuck you doin' hoe?
Oh I'm doin' good I'm just plannin' out your funeral
I said "I'ma kill 'em in the Studio"
And they said "Over my dead body"
I said "Boy, that's doable!" (Boy!)
Uh, y'all sweeter than a sweet potato
I know they depressed like everytime I see a hater
Fightin with yo'self for
I can be the mediator
Shut your fuckin' mouth and maybe try to feed it later
Maybe try to get inspired instead of all the jealous anger
Maybe try to save a little instead of spending all your paper
Maybe try to buy a crib instead of livin' in a trailer
Maybe try to pull a chick instead of tryna pull a favor (Oh!)
Uh, y'all softer than a Chia Pet
Pussy like a cheetah girl
I hope you don't PMS (Oh!)
I hope it won't be a mess
I know that you see 'em next?
I know that you dream about me
Wonder if you pee your bed
Wonder when I'm gonna put my feet up on your seat and desk
Wanna kick me out? Now that ain't the way to treat a guest
I am not an old head
I am not a new head
I am just a Code Red, Code Red
In the first verse of Token's powerful track "Code Red," the rapper reflects on how different people view him differently. His teacher believes that he is cheating and kicks him out of class, while his daddy thinks that he is growing up well and succeeding in life. On the other hand, his mother thinks that he is still a baby who needs a nap, and his grandmother sees him as a good boy who is clever with his rapping skills. But the one person who doesn't quite understand what he is saying is his grandma, who perceives him as too fast and is unable to comprehend the meaning behind his lyrics. Token is aware that if she knew what he was saying, she would probably whip him and suffer a mini heart attack.
In the second verse, Token acknowledges that some people are his fans and see him as talented with his craft, while others believe that he is corny, cringy, and trash. Meanwhile, record labels view him as selfish and stingy with the cash. Regardless of other people's opinions, Token remains unapologetic about who he is, and he thinks that those who don't like him can kiss him on his ass. He also talks about missing his sister but being too busy with his rapping, doing shows, and hooking up with girls from the back.
This song reflects how Token has lived his life in the spotlight, navigating his way through different perceptions and opinions. The lyrics are powerful and raw, revealing how it feels to be a rapper in the industry and how Token has had to fight for his place.
Line by Line Meaning
I think I'm a role model to anyone who ask
I believe that I serve as a positive example for anyone who inquires
Teacher think I'm cheating, and she kick me out of class
The teacher mistakenly believes that I am cheating and has expelled me from the classroom
Daddy think I'm growing up, and I'm really kicking ass
My father believes that I am maturing and achieving great success
Mommy think I'm baby, and I really need a nap
My mother perceives me as a child and thinks I need rest
Grandma think I'm a good boy, and I'm witty when I rap
My grandmother views me as a well-behaved grandson and finds my rap skills clever
But she don't know what the fuck I'm saying
However, she does not understand the explicit content of my lyrics
She can't hear me I'm too fast
She is unable to comprehend my rapid pace of delivery
If she found out what I was saying, she would whip me on my ass
If she discovered the explicit nature of my lyrics, she would discipline me harshly
And she would probably fall to the ground with a mini Heart-attack
The shock of hearing my profane lyrics would likely cause her to have a small heart attack
Fans think I'm talented and nifty with the craft
My fans believe that I possess great skill and creativity in my art form
Haters think I'm corny, and I'm cringey, and I'm trash
My detractors consider me unoriginal, embarrassing, and of low quality
Labels think I'm selfish, and I'm stingy with the cash
Record labels perceive me as self-centered and reluctant to share my earnings
I think they don't like me, they can kiss me on my ass
I believe that they hold a negative opinion of me, and I dismiss their disapproval
Sister think I'm preoccupied, she miss me way too bad
My sister believes that I am too busy and longs for my presence
But she don't want to give me a call, 'cause I'm too busy doing raps
However, she is reluctant to contact me because I am occupied with my musical pursuits
Doing tracks, doing shows, doing hoes from the back
Engaging in recording sessions, performing live, and having sexual encounters
Doing this, doing that, doing great, doing bad
Engaging in various activities and experiencing both success and failure
Ay! Tell 'em I get the remedy and the potion
Hey! Inform them that I possess the cure and the solution
I just taught myself how to better breathe in the ocean
I have recently learned how to adapt and thrive in challenging situations
I'll be swimming through with the melody and the flow shit
I will effortlessly navigate through the music industry with my catchy melodies and skilled rapping
When I pull up alla' the enemy, they go, "Oh shit!"
When I confront my rivals, they become startled and intimidated
Everything I do is dark, and they tend to lead to commotion
My actions often have negative consequences and result in chaos
Then I be taking your heart, it's a felony for emotion
I metaphorically capture your emotions, and it is a criminal act
I do it all for the art, but I presently got impulsion
I undertake my creative endeavors out of passion, but I am currently driven by impulses
Profit, pussy, power, I definitely am indulging
I am unquestionably indulging in the pursuit of wealth, sexual encounters, and influence
Fans think I'm talented and nifty with the craft
My fans believe that I possess great skill and creativity in my art form
Haters think I'm corny, and I'm cringey, and I'm trash
My detractors consider me unoriginal, embarrassing, and of low quality
Labels think I'm selfish, and I'm stingy with the cash
Record labels perceive me as self-centered and reluctant to share my earnings
I think they don't like me, they can kiss me on my ass
I believe that they hold a negative opinion of me, and I dismiss their disapproval
Sister think I'm preoccupied, she miss me way too bad
My sister believes that I am too busy and longs for my presence
But she don't want to give me a call, 'cause I'm too busy doing raps
However, she is reluctant to contact me because I am occupied with my musical pursuits
Doing tracks, doing shows, doing hoes from the back
Engaging in recording sessions, performing live, and having sexual encounters
Doing this, doing that, doing great, doing bad
Engaging in various activities and experiencing both success and failure
Ay! Tell 'em I get the remedy and the potion
Hey! Inform them that I possess the cure and the solution
I just taught myself how to better breathe in the ocean
I have recently learned how to adapt and thrive in challenging situations
I'll be swimming through with the melody and the flow shit
I will effortlessly navigate through the music industry with my catchy melodies and skilled rapping
When I pull up alla' the enemy, they go, "Oh shit!"
When I confront my rivals, they become startled and intimidated
Everything I do is dark, and they tend to lead to commotion
My actions often have negative consequences and result in chaos
Then I be taking your heart, it's a felony for emotion
I metaphorically capture your emotions, and it is a criminal act
I do it all for the art, but I presently got impulsion
I undertake my creative endeavors out of passion, but I am currently driven by impulses
Profit, pussy, power, I definitely am indulging
I am unquestionably indulging in the pursuit of wealth, sexual encounters, and influence
Definitely took my focus
Certainly distracted me from my main objective
Definitely is the show biz
Without a doubt, this is the entertainment industry
Definitely lying to you, is definitely not the motive
Deliberately deceiving you is certainly not the intention
Definitely know some rappers who always study my flows
I am aware of certain rappers who continuously analyze my rapping style
And actin' like they don't know me
And pretending as if they are unfamiliar with my work
Then definitely went and stole it
Then clearly proceeded to plagiarize it
Biting my shit little appetite bitch
Copying my style, showing a lack of originality
You would owe me quite a bag if I patent that shit
If I were to patent my style, you would owe me a substantial amount of money
Rapping ass kid with an ugly demeanor
A young rapper with an unattractive disposition
Like "Fuck my teacher", now I fuck my teachers
Expressing disdain for authority figures, now engaging in sexual relations with my educators
I don't bust my heater
I do not resort to violence
I'm a young mind-reader
I possess the ability to understand others' thoughts and intentions at a young age
I can tell you a bitch, I ain't a tough guy either
I can accurately identify individuals who are weak, and I am not a tough individual myself
I was just a little boy with a plus sized feature
I was merely a young boy with a prominent physical attribute
I don't ever get touched, I don't trust my preacher
I never allow others to physically harm me, and I do not have faith in my religious leader
Nuts hang low 'till they touch my sneakers
My testicles are positioned low, nearly touching my sneakers
My socks aren't brown for my boxers on top, yeah
My socks are not brown due to the presence of boxers worn on top
They told me that I got it all wrong, yeah
Others have informed me that I have misunderstood the situation
I can't hear you "La, la, la, la"
I am unable to hear your words, as if I am singing "La, la, la, la" to drown out the noise
Need some money for my daddy, and a life for my mom
I require financial support for my father and a better life for my mother
Got the pressure on my shoulders, but I'm walking all calm
Despite the burdens on my shoulders, I maintain a calm demeanor
I think all the spotlight, make me wanna cause harm
The constant attention and fame make me desire to inflict harm on others
So it's always on sight, that is on a dot com
Therefore, I am always ready to confront others, whether in person or online
Not to call me commercially
Do not consider me as just a commercial entity
Y'all take longer to worship me
It takes others a longer time to show admiration towards me
I'll be all in a murder scene
I will be fully involved in a scene of violence and chaos
Call the coffin security
Request increased protection for the coffin used in the funeral
Y'all don't want to encourage me
You all do not wish to support or motivate me
I'ma follow the person who causing all of the murders
I will pursue the individual responsible for all the acts of violence
Like Holocaust did to Germany
Similar to how the Holocaust affected Germany
Y'all impostors are irking me
You all fake individuals are irritating me
Costume on like you're working at Comic-con or the circus
Wearing costumes as if you are attending a comic convention or a circus
But I'm opposite, heard of me?
But I am the complete opposite, have you heard of me?
I'm the guy that fucked you up, that walked you off to emergency
I am the person who has caused you harm and accompanied you to the emergency room
Just to impersonate as the doctor prepped into surgery
Only to pretend to be the surgeon preparing for an operation
Knuckle up to maturity
Prepare oneself physically and mentally for adulthood
Toughen up to authority
Develop resilience and resistance to being controlled by others
I don't want to kill all of 'em
I do not desire to harm or eliminate all of them
Just the fucking majority
Only the majority, fuck the rest
Run amuk on the orderly
Engage in reckless and chaotic behavior towards those in control
Motherfuckers ignoring me
Individuals are disregarding me and not paying attention
I might even be wearing that button up, do it formally
I might even wear a formal attire, doing it with proper etiquette
Formerly known as: "Kiddie with no class", "Kiddie with no bitches", "Kiddie with no cash"
Previously recognized as someone without sophistication, sexual partners, and money
Kiddie was so sad, give him a Prozac
That young person was very depressed, so they were prescribed Prozac
But he never took it, now he act how the pros act
However, he never consumed it and now behaves like a professional
Now he's a no-knack
Now he lacks talent or ability
Giving out toe tags
Handing out identification tags for bodies in the morgue
Fuck a co-sign, I'm too cold for the collab
I do not desire an endorsement from others, I am too skilled to collaborate
Who will oppose that?
Who will object or oppose my stance?
I need to know that
I require an answer or confirmation
This was a bullet if you got nowhere to blow at
These lyrics serve as ammunition if you have nothing else to express
Y'all softer than a cookie dough
You all are weaker and more vulnerable than raw cookie dough
If it means war I'll be following the bullet holes
If necessary, I will pursue the consequences of engaging in a conflict until the end
Fuck you mean I shouldn't go?
What do you mean I should not proceed or take action?
You know what they say right?
You are aware of the common saying, correct?
Better safe than sorry
It is wiser to be cautious than to regret later
Better sorry than a pussy, though (pussy)
It is preferable to apologize than to be considered weak or cowardly
Huh, all of y'all softer than a tootsie roll
All of you are more delicate and feeble than a tootsie roll candy
If that costs a pretty penny, my shit gon' be beautiful
If it requires a significant amount of money, my creation will be exceptionally pleasing
I'ma do it all alone but if I hit the jackpot?
I will accomplish everything independently, but if I achieve great success?
I'ma thank God, like "Halle-fucking-lujah hoe"
I will express gratitude to God, exclaiming "Hallelujah, bitch"
Yeah, halle-fucking-lujah hoe
Yes, hallelujah, bitch
I just hit the jackpot, halle-fucking-lujah hoe
I have just achieved remarkable success, hallelujah, bitch
I was always yellin' and suckin' on a titty as a 2 year-old
Even as a two-year-old, I was always shouting and breastfeeding
Ain't shit changed, that's beautiful halle-fucking-lujah hoe
Nothing has changed, and that is remarkable, hallelujah, bitch
How the fuck you doin' hoe?
How the fuck are you doing, bitch?
Oh I'm doin' good I'm just plannin' out your funeral
Oh, I am doing well, I am just strategizing for your funeral
I said "I'ma kill 'em in the Studio"
I proclaimed that I will defeat my competitors in the recording studio
And they said "Over my dead body"
And they responded with "Only if I am dead"
I said "Boy, that's doable!" (Boy!)
I replied with "Oh, that is achievable!"
Uh, y'all sweeter than a sweet potato
You all are excessively sweet, like a sweet potato
I know they depressed like everytime I see a hater
I am aware that they are saddened every time they encounter a hater
Fightin with yo'self for
Engaging in internal conflict
I can be the mediator
I can act as the middleman or reconciler
Shut your fuckin' mouth and maybe try to feed it later
Stop talking and maybe consider digesting the information later
Maybe try to get inspired instead of all the jealous anger
Perhaps try to find inspiration instead of being consumed by jealousy and anger
Maybe try to save a little instead of spending all your paper
Maybe attempt to save some money instead of spending it all
Maybe try to buy a crib instead of livin' in a trailer
Maybe consider purchasing a house instead of residing in a trailer
Maybe try to pull a chick instead of tryna pull a favor (Oh!)
Maybe try to attract a woman instead of constantly seeking favors
Uh, y'all softer than a Chia Pet
You all are more fragile and vulnerable than a Chia Pet
Pussy like a cheetah girl
Vagina resembling that of a Cheetah Girl
I hope you don't PMS (Oh!)
I hope you do not experience premenstrual syndrome
I hope it won't be a mess
I hope the situation will not be chaotic or disorderly
I know that you see 'em next?
I know that you envision them in your future?
I know that you dream about me
I know that you fantasize about me
Wonder if you pee your bed
I wonder if you urinate in your bed
Wonder when I'm gonna put my feet up on your seat and desk
Wondering when I will casually place my feet on your seat and desk
Wanna kick me out? Now that ain't the way to treat a guest
You want to evict me? That is not how you should treat a visitor
I am not an old head
I am not an older, experienced person
I am not a new head
I am not a recently emerged or innovative individual
I am just a Code Red, Code Red
I am simply an urgent and intense situation, Code Red
Writer(s): Brian Joseph Eisner, Ben Goldberg
Contributed by Jordyn D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.