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Coma
Aesop Rock Lyrics


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We now present to you, music
Music to make you stutter

I've been a biplane dog fighter Henson invention
Trooper burst result of Dragon Ball Z/Speed Racer gene splicing
Mach force, blind the extorted style from the common dirty
Destiny dream sighting, important as split the prints
God shit the planet screaming "What on Earth is that?"
I sit back five dimensions
Only to muscle the overcooked specimen
Fending tragic fatality successful dodging violets
All hail Mary and hello dollies!
I flow ridiculous, indigenous to now
Who holds the fifth golden ticket?
Saw the wicked war phantom mansion beyond the pickets
The house next door to when the stick ball clears the fence
Y'all hesitate to fetch it!
I was walking through a pinball tilt built landscape
Pterodactyl circling turtle
I bite the bullet in a wingspan shadow
Suck and rust the oxygen gulps
And spit the metal directly back up the barrel
We ice grill the silhouettes (right)
The common decency factors a low ball estimate of zero
My testament is striking B-boy stances
Dancing past the foggy mirror
With wipes clean the billy goat beard, camouflage the spirit
I'm at six degrees of sexy sarcasm
Yeah never swam up inside summer jam classic
Under the bed backwards bastard
Scavenging the carnival grounds for an outlet
Who the fuck is Aes Rock?
I'm not a name to keep at arms length
Adjacent to little ? quilt makeshift
Sick security mechanism, check your mission
I am not a vision, check your mission
Just a simple sour patch delinquent
No it will not help you shove your Lincoln

[Chorus: x2]
I alone settle
I alone peddle in the mud
I alone, I condone rebel zone planting
I alone stand in a social coma
All up to your dome, follow I alone

Now you see me, now you don't

Well he was maverick enough but still scraped up
Taki One-Eighty-Three innovation for the kids
Brick foot iron lung honor
Escape through the night like a disgruntled teen Krylon bomber
Without a care inside from posting the roster
Mal-adjusted blank faced civilian dispersed feelings
Reeling in several separate defunct fame-booster modules
This nervous twitch mark the most delectable ingredient
See Aesop starving troops in cell blocks with strap-on feeding bins
(More like) Like I'd auction off a fuck for that blind cause you ride in
I'd rather find the floors and watch you hide them
Feel the haggered look penetrate brain castle
Blasting clear out the back of this batches sour wind collection
(Flash flooder!)
You're a fuckin' wind-up toy
A goddamn four string criminal trading card
The reason they decorate the fonts of closing credits
To boost on-looker amusement after fading hard
Catch more Z's than Rip Van Winkle's Twelve Step Narcolepsy Seminar
The action, we all compete the masked illusion
The common folk, I provoke em all
Challenge thirty balance
I alone pour talent while they fidget
If the revolution ain't gon' be televised
Then fuck, I'll probably miss it

[Chorus: x2]

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Aesop Rock's song Coma are incredibly dense and interwoven, making for a challenging but rewarding piece of music to interpret. The song seems to be a stream of consciousness from Aesop Rock, touching on themes of identity, rebellion, and individuality. The line "Music to make you stutter" is an interesting opener, as it seems to suggest that the song is intentionally disorienting or difficult to parse.


The succeeding lines are packed with references to pop culture and personal anecdotes. The reference to Dragon Ball Z and Speed Racer suggests a love for anime as a child, and the "God shit the planet screaming 'What on Earth is that?'" line is a surreal moment of humor. The idea of "muscling the overcooked specimen" could refer to Aesop's own artistic output, or it could simply be a metaphor for asserting oneself in the world.


The chorus of the song is a repeated refrain of "I alone settle / I alone peddle in the mud / I alone, I condone rebel zone planting / I alone stand in a social coma / All up to your dome, follow I alone." This seems to suggest that Aesop is proud of his individuality and unwillingness to conform to societal norms. The line "All up to your dome" is interesting because it's unclear whether Aesop is referring to his own head or that of his audience.


Line by Line Meaning

We now present to you, music
Introducing the song


Music to make you stutter
This song has a unique and captivating style that will leave you speechless


I've been a biplane dog fighter Henson invention
My imagination has allowed me to experience thrilling adventures, similar to the creations of Jim Henson


Trooper burst result of Dragon Ball Z/Speed Racer gene splicing
My energy and power rival that of characters from Dragon Ball Z and Speed Racer due to fictional gene splicing


Mach force, blind the extorted style from the common dirty
My speed and strength are unparalleled, and my unique style stands out from the ordinary


Destiny dream sighting, important as split the prints
I have a strong sense of purpose and my dreams are significant, like a unique footprint


God shit the planet screaming "What on Earth is that?"
My talent and impact are so great that it seems otherworldly


I sit back five dimensions
I have a unique perspective that transcends traditional thinking


Only to muscle the overcooked specimen
I am capable of handling any challenge, even if it seems overdone


Fending tragic fatality successful dodging violets
I have been able to avoid danger and negative situations despite adversity


All hail Mary and hello dollies!
I am confident and successful, and people admire and respect me


I flow ridiculous, indigenous to now
My flow and style are unique and authentic to the present


Who holds the fifth golden ticket?
Who has achieved success and recognition comparable to Willy Wonka's golden ticket winner?


Saw the wicked war phantom mansion beyond the pickets
I have overcome monumental obstacles and achieved great success


The house next door to when the stick ball clears the fence
I have achieved greatness and surpassed traditional expectations


Y'all hesitate to fetch it!
Others are slow to catch on to my success and achievements


I was walking through a pinball tilt built landscape
My journey has been full of ups and downs, like navigating a pinball machine


Pterodactyl circling turtle
Unusual and unexpected elements have crossed my path, much like a prehistoric creature circling a modern animal


I bite the bullet in a wingspan shadow
I have faced fear and danger head-on in the face of adversity


Suck and rust the oxygen gulps
I have faced and overcome challenges and obstacles that took my breath away


And spit the metal directly back up the barrel
I have been able to turn a situation around and use it to my advantage


We ice grill the silhouettes (right)
We maintain a cool and collected demeanor, even in the face of challenges or negativity


The common decency factors a low ball estimate of zero
People often underestimate my abilities or character, assuming the worst


My testament is striking B-boy stances
My actions and style are reminiscent of hip-hop and breakdancing culture


Dancing past the foggy mirror
I have overcome confusion and uncertainty to achieve clarity and success


With wipes clean the billy goat beard, camouflage the spirit
I have transformed and refined my appearance and character to better align with my goals


I'm at six degrees of sexy sarcasm
My attitude and humor are sexy, confident, and sarcastic


Yeah never swam up inside summer jam classic
I have always stood out and done my own thing, even in traditional or expected situations


Under the bed backwards bastard
I have faced and overcome my own inner battles and doubts


Scavenging the carnival grounds for an outlet
I have searched for opportunities and ways to succeed through unconventional means


Who the fuck is Aes Rock?
Who am I and what makes me unique and successful?


I'm not a name to keep at arms length
I am memorable and influential, and people should pay attention to me


Adjacent to little ? quilt makeshift
I am close to success and greatness, and am always working towards it


Sick security mechanism, check your mission
I am always aware of my surroundings and opportunities, and take appropriate measures for success


I am not a vision, check your mission
I am not just an idea or dream - I am real, and capable of achieving greatness


Just a simple sour patch delinquent
I am imperfect and rough around the edges, but still capable of great things


No it will not help you shove your Lincoln
My success and influence will not necessarily lead to personal gain for others


[Chorus: x2]
Repeating the chorus


I alone settle
I am content with my own success and achievements


I alone peddle in the mud
I am not afraid to take risks and get dirty in pursuit of success and greatness


I alone, I condone rebel zone planting
I am a pioneer and leader, breaking free from traditional norms and planting my own path


I alone stand in a social coma
I am unfazed by negativity or societal pressure, standing apart from the rest


All up to your dome, follow I alone
It's up to you to follow and recognize my success and leadership


Now you see me, now you don't
My success and influence are unpredictable and can come and go in unexpected ways


Well he was maverick enough but still scraped up
I am unique and unconventional, but still face challenges and setbacks


Taki One-Eighty-Three innovation for the kids
I am a trendsetter and innovator, inspiring and influencing younger generations


Brick foot iron lung honor
I am strong and determined, earning respect and admiration


Escape through the night like a disgruntled teen Krylon bomber
I have escaped negativity and adversity, like a rebellious teenager evading authority


Without a care inside from posting the roster
I am confident and unconcerned with society's expectations or standards


Mal-adjusted blank faced civilian dispersed feelings
I have struggled to adapt to societal norms or expectations, and may appear emotionless or distant


Reeling in several separate defunct fame-booster modules
I have overcome challenges and obstacles that could have propelled me to fame or fortune, but instead found my own success


This nervous twitch mark the most delectable ingredient
My quirks and imperfections are what make me unique and successful


See Aesop starving troops in cell blocks with strap-on feeding bins
I have faced and overcome extreme adversity and negativity, like being deprived of basic needs like food and freedom


(More like) Like I'd auction off a fuck for that blind cause you ride in
I refuse to compromise my values or beliefs for something that goes against my morals or principles


I'd rather find the floors and watch you hide them
I would rather expose and confront the truth and flaws, than ignore or hide them


Feel the haggered look penetrate brain castle
I feel the weight of the world and its challenges, even on a mental and emotional level


Blasting clear out the back of this batches sour wind collection
I am capable of overcoming negative or toxic situations and people, like blasting through a strong wind


(Flash flooder!)
I am able to make a strong and sudden impact, like a flash flood


You're a fuckin' wind-up toy
You are predictable and lack authenticity or uniqueness


A goddamn four string criminal trading card
You are a fake, imitating the success and style of others without having your own identity or uniqueness


The reason they decorate the fonts of closing credits
Successful and influential people often receive recognition and praise, even in subtle ways like credits at the end of a movie


To boost on-looker amusement after fading hard
The recognition and fame that comes with success can provide entertainment and inspiration to others


Catch more Z's than Rip Van Winkle's Twelve Step Narcolepsy Seminar
I have overcome challenges and obstacles that could have left me sleeping or stagnant, like a person with narcolepsy


The action, we all compete the masked illusion
Success and influence often come with a facade or illusion, and we must compete and adapt to overcome them


The common folk, I provoke em all
I inspire and influence average or ordinary people to pursue greatness and success


Challenge thirty balance
I constantly challenge myself and push my own limits to achieve success and progress


I alone pour talent while they fidget
I am capable of great talent and skill, while others hesitate or fidget


If the revolution ain't gon' be televised
If change and progress are not fully recognized or broadcasted, it is still worth pursuing


Then fuck, I'll probably miss it
Even if change and progress go unnoticed or unrecognized, I will still pursue it and not regret missing out




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Y, IAN BAVITZ

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