The music of $uicideBoy$ varies between different sub-genres of rap; while some songs have melancholy tones with lyrical content that focuses on subjects such as depression and suicidal ideation (topics not widely exposed in rap music), others are wildly aggressive, with themes of violence and sexual content. Some of their music is based around life growing up in New Orleans; song titles such as Audubon, Tulane, Elysian Fields and St. Bernard reflect streets and neighborhoods that influenced the life of Arceneaux and Petrou. A large portion of their music focuses on depression and its symptoms, an angle not often received in mainstream hip hop; Arceneaux elaborated on this in an interview with Mass Appeal, stating, “A lot of people take it as emo, or depressed music, or negative music... it’s really just connecting. It’s therapy, through music". Excluding occasional guest producers, the entirety of Suicideboys' discography is self-produced, mainly by Arceneaux under his pseudonym Budd Dwyer (an homage to the former politician of the same name).
$crim was born Scott Arceneaux Jr. on April 11, 1989 in Marrero, Louisiana. Arceneaux originally was inspired by T-Pain and Kanye West to produce music, buying his first laptop which he used to start DJing with money gained from selling drugs. Arceneaux's passion for DJing extended when he started to attend Delgado Community College, where he was hired to DJ parties. He also worked selling used furniture, getting fired for his new hand tattoos after three years.
Ruby da Cherry was born Aristos Petrou (Αρίστος Πέτρου) on April 22, 1990 to an American mother and Greek Cypriot father. Raised in Metairie, Louisiana, Petrou's interest in music began when he was seven, playing violin and then drums when he was ten, eventually joining bands in middle school. He worked at his father's restaurant as a waiter, a job he held until 2015. His experience with the punk rock scene continued as he joined the band Vapo-Rats as its drummer; however, disillusioned with the apathy his bandmates showed towards the future of the band, Petrou left in order to pursue a career in hip-hop with Arceneaux.
Arceneaux and Petrou are cousins, and as such shared a close relationship growing up. Realising that both were interested in taking a musical career seriously, and both dissatisfied with the direction of their lives, the two formed Suicideboys, making a pact that if their musical career didn’t work out, they would both commit suicide. Elaborating on this in an interview with Mass Appeal, Arceneaux states that, “it was pretty much like cutting the hand, bleeding, and making a pact that there’s no plan B, that if this doesn’t happen by the time we’re 30, I’m blowing my head off”.
The duo's first project together, a three-track EP named Kill Yourself Part I: The $uicide $aga, was released in June 2014 on SoundCloud and Bandcamp, attracting attention for their collaboration with notable underground rapper Bones. In the following months, the duo released a further nine iterations of the Kill Yourself series. After a number of collaboration EPs with fellow underground artist Black Smurf, their first full length project titled Gray/Grey was released on March 3, 2015.
Suicideboys' underground breakthrough came with the release of 2015 EP $outh $ide $uicide, a collaboration with established South Florida rapper Pouya, which thrust the duo into the underground rap spotlight. Other 2015 releases include 7th or St. Tammany, YUNGDEATHLILLIFE, High Tide in the Snake's Nest, Grey Sheep EP, I No Longer Fear The Razor Guarding My Heel (part I and II), My Liver Will Handle What My Heart Can't, Now The Moon's Rising and G.R.E.Y.G.O.D.S. with fellow g59 rapper RAMIREZ.
The duo's first foray onto the mainstream musical charts came with the release of Radical $uicide in the summer of 2016. The five-track EP, produced by EDM musician Getter, peaked at number 17 on the Billboard Rap charts. Other 2016 releases include Dark Side of the Clouds, Grey Sheep II, Eternal Grey, I No Longer Fear The Razor Guarding My Heel (part III), G.R.E.Y.G.O.D.S.I.I. with [artis]RAMIREZ, DIRTYNASTY$UICIDE with GERM, and Black $uicide Side C with Black Smurf.
In 2017 the boys released another 10 iterations of the Kill Yourself series, they also dropped DIRTIERNASTIER$UICIDE, with GERM.
On September 7, 2018, their debut studio album I Want to Die in New Orleans was released. A statement posted by the duo's official Instagram account stated, "We started recording this album in the beginning of 2017. Initially we wanted to write about our experiences on the road and express how our lives had become slightly more extravagant."
In late 2018, a rumor arose that the group had broken up following a series of ominous tweets. However, they soon clarified that the tweets were in relation to "personal issues" facing Arceneaux, and that they had in fact not broken up.
Genesis
$uicideboy$ Lyrics
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Get over here, I said get over here
Gutter chump, ahaha
You know they say that money is the root of all evil
No wonder I love it so much
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, $uicide death row
$uicide death row, ridin' slow-mo in a four
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, $uicide death row
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, ridin' slow-mo in a four
Ayy, sold my soul to the Grey, became a household name
I claimed my grave and chained my name
I'm out the game, I don't play to win
I don't play at all and win by default
I climbed to the top just to see how far down I would fall (yikes)
Looked up at the heavens and thought they looked small
Below me, a valley of demons constantly scheming
I look back down, thinking "Fuck all of y'all"
I came into this world as an accident
Blazin' trails just to get a whiff of that blackened scent
Pull up in the Porsche if the Benz got in an accident (fuck)
I'ma have to get my car wrapped again
I'm back again, back against the wall
Tryna live it up before the curtain falls
White knuckle grip holding up my Grey cabal
Any questions? Give one of my managers a call (bitch)
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, $uicide death row
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, ridin' slow-mo in a four
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, $uicide death row
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, ridin' slow-mo in a four
Used to hide from the pigs, now it's the IRS
Wetto still white trash, fuck all the alphabets
Ain't a damn thing changed but the change I got
All these chains came from pain and the blame I rock
Just gimme the drop, gimme the spot
Give me the time, give me the place
Ringing the nine, bringing the mob
Keeping the iron by my waist
Off of the lines like a race
My decline gave me space
To get my mind to redefine what the fuck I'm looking for today
So it's fuck an intro, fuck what you think you know
$crim was better on dope (fuck, I heard that before)
Pullin' crowds like the pope, heard you broke and it shows
I won't say no names, though, but he got a cameo (oh)
$uicide 'till the murder show (Grey-Grey)
Been gettin' head all around the globe
Backstage hoes, tell 'em, "Tally-ho!" (Maybe Oddy, though)
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, $uicide death row
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, ridin' slow-mo in a four
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, $uicide death row
The opening lines of $uicideboy$'s "Genesis" invite the listener to come closer and hear what they have to say. The line "you know they say that money is the root of all evil, no wonder I love it so much" expresses a cynical and sarcastic view of wealth. The lines "I came into this world as an accident, blazing trails just to get a whiff of that blackened scent" suggest a feeling of purposelessness and a search for meaning. The verse "used to hide from the pigs, now it's the IRS, Wetto still white trash, fuck all the alphabets" highlights a sense of defiance and rebellion against authority and societal norms. The repeated chorus of "Fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know, $uicide death row" emphasizes the duo's nihilistic and rebellious attitude towards life.
Overall, the lyrics of "Genesis" express a deep sense of disillusionment and dissatisfaction with the world. The duo's use of profanity and aggressive language reflect their anger and frustration with society as a whole. The themes of rebellion against authority figures and a sense of purposelessness are common in much of $uicideboy$'s music, and "Genesis" is no exception.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, you, yeah, I'm talkin' to you
Addressing the audience directly and commanding their attention
Get over here, I said get over here
Commanding the audience to come closer and listen closely
Gutter chump, ahaha
Self-deprecating humor while acknowledging their lower-class roots
You know they say that money is the root of all evil
Acknowledging the common saying about money and its relationship with negativity
No wonder I love it so much
Revealing that despite the negative association with money, the artist still loves it anyway
Ayy, sold my soul to the Grey, became a household name
Admitting to sacrificing their values to become famous
I claimed my grave and chained my name
Taking ownership of their public persona and the sacrifices made to create it
I'm out the game, I don't play to win
No longer playing the game of life, but merely living it
I don't play at all and win by default
No longer striving for greatness, but accepting the outcome of their current state
I climbed to the top just to see how far down I would fall (yikes)
Seeking to test the limits of their abilities and potential consequences
Looked up at the heavens and thought they looked small
Feeling insignificant in the grand scheme of things
Below me, a valley of demons constantly scheming
Seeing the world as corrupt and full of people with ill intentions
I look back down, thinking 'Fuck all of y'all'
Rejecting the negative influence and judgment of others
I came into this world as an accident
Feeling that their existence is insignificant and lacked meaning
Blazin' trails just to get a whiff of that blackened scent
Pursuing a path that may lead to darkness and uncertainty
Pull up in the Porsche if the Benz got in an accident (fuck)
Showing off their wealth and luxury possessions
I'ma have to get my car wrapped again
Acknowledging the financial burden of maintaining their lavish lifestyle
I'm back again, back against the wall
Resurfacing from a difficult situation, only to encounter resistance once again
Tryna live it up before the curtain falls
Enjoying life to the fullest before it comes to an end
White knuckle grip holding up my Grey cabal
Holding onto their group's beliefs and values with intensity
Any questions? Give one of my managers a call (bitch)
Mocking the idea of being managed and controlled by others
Used to hide from the pigs, now it's the IRS
Transitioning from a life of criminal activity to financial fraud
Wetto still white trash, fuck all the alphabets
Not caring about societal norms or rules imposed by authority figures
Ain't a damn thing changed but the change I got
Showing that despite their transformation, they still value material possessions above all else
All these chains came from pain and the blame I rock
Acknowledging that their success and wealth came from a history of pain and trauma
Just gimme the drop, gimme the spot, give me the time, give me the place
Requesting information in order to commit a crime or violent act
Ringing the nine, bringing the mob, keeping the iron by my waist
Preparing to commit a violent act with a firearm
Off of the lines like a race, my decline gave me space
Using drugs to escape the pressures of success and the music industry
To get my mind to redefine what the fuck I'm looking for today
Taking a step back to reflect on their purpose and goals
So it's fuck an intro, fuck what you think you know
Rejecting the traditional expectations of the music industry and its conventions
$crim was better on dope (fuck, I heard that before)
Referencing their past use of drugs, acknowledging the negative impact it had on their music
Pullin' crowds like the pope, heard you broke and it shows
Boasting about their success and fame, while belittling those who are struggling financially
I won't say no names, though, but he got a cameo (oh)
Avoiding public confrontation or beef with other artists
$uicide 'till the murder show (Grey-Grey)
Pledging allegiance to their group and their values
Been gettin' head all around the globe, backstage hoes, tell 'em, 'Tally-ho!' (Maybe Oddy, though)
Boasting about their sexual encounters with groupies while touring around the world
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Aristos Petrou, Scott Arceneaux
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kennethadam13
[Intro]
Hey, you, yeah, I'm talkin' to you
Get over here, I said, "Get over here"
Gutter chump, ahaha
You know they say that money is the root of all evil
Oh, no wonder I love it so much
[Chorus: ODDY NUFF DA $NOW LEOPARD]
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, $uicide death row
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, ridin' slow-mo in a four
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, $uicide death row
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, ridin' slow-mo in a four
[Verse 1: Ruby da Archangel]
Ayy, sold my soul to the Grey, became a household name
I claimed my grave and chained my name
I'm out the game, I don't play to win
I don't play at all and win by default
I climbed to the top just to see how far down I would fall (Yikes)
Looked up at the heavens and thought it looked small
Below me, a valley of demons constantly schemin'
I look back down, thinking "Fuck all of y'all"
I came into this world as an accident
Blazin' trails just to get a whiff of that blackened scent
Pull up in the Porsche if the Benz got in an accident (Fuck)
I'ma have to get my car wrapped again
I'm back again, back against the wall
Tryna live it up before the curtain falls
White knuckle grip holdin' up my Grey cabal
Any questions? Give one of my managers a call (Bitch)
[Chorus: ODDY NUFF DA $NOW LEOPARD]
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, $uicide death row
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, ridin' slow-mo in a four
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, $uicide death row
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, ridin' slow-mo in a four
[Verse 2: Lil Apache]
Used to hide from the pigs, now it's the IRS
Wetto still white trash, fuck all the alphabets
Ain't a damn thing changed but the change I got
All these chains came from pain and the blame I rock
Just gimme the drop, gimme the spot
Give me the time, give me the place
Ringin' the nine, bringin' the mob
Keepin' the iron by my waist
Off of the lines like a race
My decline gave me space
To get my mind to redefine what the fuck I'm lookin' for today
So it's fuck an intro, fuck what you think you know
"$crim was better on dope" (Fuck, I heard that before)
Pullin' crowds like the pope, heard you broke and it shows
I won't say no names, though, but he got a cameo (Oh)
$uicide 'till the murder show (Grey-grey)
Been gettin' head all around the globe
Backstage hoes, tell 'em, "Tally-ho!" (Maybe Oddy, though)
[Chorus: ODDY NUFF DA $NOW LEOPARD]
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, $uicide death row
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, ridin' slow-mo in a four
Fuck an-fuck an introduction, bitch, you already know
$uicide death row, $uicide death row
@dakmia8874
YOU KNOW ITS A BANGER WHEN THEY SAMPLE THEMSELVES 🔥🔥🔥🔥
@younggramsjr7980
Fr when i heard "fuck fuck an introduction bitch you already know.." i was like NOO WAYY THEY SAMPLED "UGLY"😮💨🔥
@davidzen7971
Did you know they are suing them selves because they don't give a fuck ! Haha jk I'm bullshitin
@woodwheeler
@@davidzen7971 💀💀got me dead
@abrahamjimenez1957
No cap 🔥🔥😂
@sounddealer8520
Tainy moment
Solo unos cuantos pueden hacer esa mierda 🔥
@loganpierson8239
They literally turned the Super Mario World game over theme into a beat, fucking legendary
@kobiesciba1156
And use the Alarm from Half Life 2
@tobiasschuhwerk4883
Bob Ross
@Cityslickerr_
Scrims sampling is probably some of the best if not the best in the production world tbh.