Daddy Fat Sax
Big Boi Lyrics
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Turn my ears to the street n eyes to the sky
Kept my sights on the prize wide open doors wide
Like the thighs of a hooker spread told the girl bye
I got bigger fish to fry niggas wish I would retire
Cause of the pressure I apply every time I bust a rhyme
Look at the rest of ya tryin' watch me stimulate the mind
Of the masses while you niggas kicking it like jackasses
N who you voting for Republican or Democratic?
Don't say it doesn't matter cause that's how they stole the last one
Assassins bullets might be waiting for Obama
Do you think they'll have a brother before Billy's baby momma come on
Look at the way you look at me da-daddy fat sax
In my Cadillac six woofers and four amps
Look at the way you look at me da-daddy fat sax
In my Cadillac six woofers and four amps
Look at the way you look at me da-daddy fat sax
In my Cadillac six woofers and four amps
Look at the way you look at me da-daddy fat sax
In my Cadillac six woofers and four amps
My daddy told me it was mine for the taking
A true gift from God the stars aligned when they made me
Him Arena's baby they first born son
I'm Antwon Andre Patton the only one
But mind of a champion with heart of a lion
I'm defying all the laws like a caterpillar flying
Way before my time and reside in the dirty dirty
Where they still hanging lynches like we in the early thirties
God damn you know who I am (da-daddy fat sax)
Royal fam of Atlanta dungeon bitch you understand boi
This ain't what you want let be clear from the bungie
I write knock out songs you spit punchlines for money
Look at the way you look at me da-daddy fat sax
In my Cadillac six woofers and four amps
Look at the way you look at me da-daddy fat sax
In my Cadillac six woofers and four amps
Look at the way you look at me da-daddy fat sax
In my Cadillac six woofers and four amps
Look at the way you look at me da-daddy fat sax
In my Cadillac six woofers and four amps
With my ears to the streets and my eyes to the sky
I'm on another planet my nigga and you jus fly (fly-y)
Cause I'm (da-daddy fat sax) take that muthafucka take that
With my ears to the streets and my eyes to the sky
I'm on another planet my nigga and you jus fly (fly cause he's daddy fat sax)
Riding off in a Cadillac like that nig
Look at the way you look at me da-daddy fat sax
In my Cadillac six woofers and four amps
Look at the way you look at me da-daddy fat sax
In my Cadillac six woofers and four amps
Look at the way you look at me da-daddy fat sax
In my Cadillac six woofers and four amps
Look at the way you look at me da-daddy fat sax
In my Cadillac six woofers and four amps
In Daddy Fat Sax, Big Boi describes his confidence and success within the rap industry. He acknowledges his ability to stimulate the minds of his audience and elevate their thinking, while also criticizing other rappers who only focus on making money. He also touches on political issues, asking his listeners who they are voting for and hinting at the potential danger faced by Barack Obama as a black presidential candidate, with assassins possibly waiting for him. In the chorus, Big Boi boasts about his extravagant Cadillac, fitted with six woofers and four amps, while people admire him as “da-daddy fat sax”.
The lyrics reveal Big Boi's pride in his identity and history, referring to himself as Antwon Andre Patton, the firstborn son of Him Arena, and a member of Atlanta’s royal family. Simultaneously, he is aware of the hurdles he had to overcome to achieve success. He references the dirty South, still plagued by racism, where they are still hanging “lynches like we in the early thirties”.
Line by Line Meaning
It is I the B-I-G the B-O-I
Introducing himself as Big Boi.
Turn my ears to the street n eyes to the sky
Remaining vigilant and aware of everything around him.
Kept my sights on the prize wide open doors wide
Focused on success with endless opportunities ahead.
Like the thighs of a hooker spread told the girl bye
Leaving behind anything that is not beneficial or distracting.
I got bigger fish to fry niggas wish I would retire
Bigger goals and aspirations that people wish he would give up on.
Cause of the pressure I apply every time I bust a rhyme
The high expectations placed on him with every new song he releases.
Look at the rest of ya tryin' watch me stimulate the mind
Standing out amongst others with his thought-provoking lyrics.
Of the masses while you niggas kicking it like jackasses
Others settling for mediocre content while he strives for greatness.
N who you voting for Republican or Democratic?
Asking a political question to make people think and spark conversation.
Don't say it doesn't matter cause that's how they stole the last one
Pointing out that every vote counts and the importance of being involved in the democratic process.
Assassins bullets might be waiting for Obama
Highlighting the dangers and risks associated with political leadership.
Do you think they'll have a brother before Billy's baby momma come on
Reflecting on the current state of racial and gender inequality in politics.
My daddy told me it was mine for the taking
Recalling his father's advice to pursue his dreams without fear or hesitation.
A true gift from God the stars aligned when they made me
Acknowledging his natural talent and divine purpose.
Him Arena's baby they first born son
Referring to himself as the firstborn son of OutKast member, Andre 3000.
I'm Antwon Andre Patton the only one
Revealing his birth name and familial history.
But mind of a champion with heart of a lion
Comparing himself to an athlete with a winning mentality and fierce determination.
I'm defying all the laws like a caterpillar flying
Pursuing his goals in his own unique and unorthodox way.
Way before my time and reside in the dirty dirty
Feeling like he was born in the wrong era and remaining true to his southern roots.
Where they still hanging lynches like we in the early thirties
Commenting on the ongoing systemic racism and injustices faced by black people.
God damn you know who I am (da-daddy fat sax)
Reiterating his identity as Big Boi, the Daddy Fat Sax.
Royal fam of Atlanta dungeon bitch you understand boi
Referring to his musical collective, OutKast, and their impact on the Atlanta music scene.
This ain't what you want let be clear from the bungie
Making it clear that he is not one to mess with or underestimate.
I write knock out songs you spit punchlines for money
Differentiating himself from other rappers who prioritize money over artistic integrity.
With my ears to the streets and my eyes to the sky
Remaining aware and perceptive of his surroundings.
I'm on another planet my nigga and you jus fly (fly-y)
Feeling like he is superior to others in his creativity and artistry.
Cause I'm (da-daddy fat sax) take that muthafucka take that
Embracing his identity as the Daddy Fat Sax and owning his individuality.
Riding off in a Cadillac like that nig
Enjoying his success and living the high life in a luxurious car.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANTWAN PATTON, DAVID SHEATS
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