Prior to the formation of 88GLAM and following the disbanding of their former group coined "Get Home Safe Crew" with Jazz Cartier, both Derek Wise and 88 Camino had been releasing music separately. Wise and 88 Camino remained in touch and collaborated frequently and previously worked together on the tracks "Anuva Wun" as a single by 88 Camino and "I Can Tell" from Wise's 2017 debut album Inglorious. Wise and Camino began teasing their collaborative project during the summer of 2017.
The duo introduced the name "88GLAM" on November 1, 2017, premiering their first music video "12" via Billboard which featured a cameo from The Weeknd. This was followed by the release of another music video for "Bali" featuring NAV and the debut of their self-titled mixtape 88GLAM on November 7, 2017.
On April 20, 2018, four new tracks were added to 88GLAM and re-released as 88GLAM RELOADED by XO Records and Republic Records. Introducing a new remix to the duo's platinum-certified record Bali with NAV now featuring 2 Chainz.
On November 8, 2018, 88GLAM released a new single titled "Lil Boat" from their upcoming album titled 88GLAM2.
On November 15, 2018, 88GLAM released 88GLAM2 under XO Records and Republic Records with new features from Gunna on their song titled "Racks", as well as another feature from NAV on "It's a Flex". Following its release, 88GLAM2 debuted at #8 on iTunes All-Genre Chart, then at #6 on the iTunes' Hip Hop Chart and also landed itself a top five spot in Spotify's Canada's New Music Friday playlist.
On August 26, 2022, 88GLAM released their final album, Close To Heaven Far From God. This would mark the end of 88GLAM, with Derek and Camino going separate ways.
Kawasaki
88GLAM Lyrics
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Pans and pots, made it off the block
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
Kamikaze, coupe is kamikaze
Kamikaze, the coupe is kamikaze
Carbon copies, these niggas carbon copies
Xanax, β²Methazine too
Molly boost, kamikaze coupe
Drop the roof, wait, let it poof
Drop the roof, pop a molly too
These days it feels like you're still mine
Fuck her when I want β²cause she still mine
(Charge it to the game but you still mine)
Fuck her when I want 'cause she still fine
She get these, yeah, she get these
Fuck police, yeah, fuck police
Ain't no peace, no, ainβ²t no peace
Ainβ²t no peace, no, ain't no peace
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
Kamikaze, coupe is kamikaze
Kamikaze, the coupe is kamikaze
(Carbon copies, these niggas carbon copies
Play Bali, we on every molly)
Spend the lean goinβ² hard like this a sick day (Sick day)
Two hundred on my dash, I like to risk-take (Risk-take)
Jeweler hittin' my phone, he done my piece (Done my piece)
Poppinβ² in the field, look at my cleats (Ooh)
New bitch was the same one that I couldn't get (Couldnβ²t get)
New whip was the same one that I would've rent (Would've rent)
Spoke too soon, Iβ²m fuckinβ² up my T's
Spoke too soon, I just paid up my keys (Glam Boy)
Rookie of the year but I ainβ²t play no ball (Play no ball)
Scrollin' 4AM, who gettinβ² faded? Call (Brrt)
Yeah, at the press box, yeah, had to wait lot (Yeah)
Had to switch up on my bags, I fucked the tail out
On a PJ, used to sit coach to Coachella
Ken so blind because he found a Cinderella
Yeah, had the dope in the kitchen
Thought I was doin' the dishes
Yeah, scalinβ² and fishin'
Bookin' that bag β²til we winninβ²
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
In "Kawasaki" by 88GLAM, the lyrics follow a narrative of two individuals who have made it off the block and are living the high-life. The title of the song refers to the popular Kawasaki motorcycle, with the lines "Kawasaki, keep that in my sock" and "Kamikaze, coupe is kamikaze" alluding to their flashy lifestyle. The lyrics also reference drug use, with lines mentioning Xanax, Methazine, and Molly. The artists boast about their success, with lines like "Pans and pots, made it off the block" suggesting they have made a fortune through illegal means. The chorus repeats the phrase "Kawasaki, keep that in my sock" and "Pans and pots, made it off the block" further emphasizing their rise to wealth and celebrating the tough times they have endured to get to where they are now.
Line by Line Meaning
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
I keep my gun in my sock for protection
Pans and pots, made it off the block
I used to cook and sell drugs, but now I've made it big and don't need to anymore
Kamikaze, the coupe is kamikaze
My car is like a suicide mission - it's fast, dangerous, and thrilling
Carbon copies, these niggas carbon copies
These other rappers are just copying my style, they're not original
Play Bali, we on every molly
We're always high on drugs, especially Molly
Drop the roof, pop a molly too
We're having a good time, so we're dropping the car roof and taking more drugs
Fuck her when I want 'cause she still fine
I have a girl who's loyal to me, so I can have sex with her whenever I want
She get these, yeah, she get these
My girl gets jealous when other women are around me because she knows I'm attractive
Fuck police, yeah, fuck police
I have a distrust of the police, and am frustrated with their treatment of black people
Ainβ²t no peace, no, ain't no peace
The world is chaotic and there's no real peace
Spend the lean goinβ² hard like this a sick day (Sick day)
I'm drinking lean even though it's not good for me, like I'm trying to power through a sickness
Two hundred on my dash, I like to risk-take (Risk-take)
I like to live dangerously and take risks, even if it means driving fast
New bitch was the same one that I couldn't get (Couldnβ²t get)
I used to pursue a girl who didn't show interest, but now she's with me so I'm happy
Spoke too soon, I just paid up my keys (Glam Boy)
I'm making a lot of money now, but I shouldn't let it get to my head
Rookie of the year but I ainβ²t play no ball (Play no ball)
I'm still new to the game but I'm making a big impact without playing by the rules
Had to switch up on my bags, I fucked the tail out
I had to change up my style of drug dealing and got rid of the last of my old supply
On a PJ, used to sit coach to Coachella
I used to struggle to afford a regular seat on a plane, but now I'm flying on a private jet to Coachella
Yeah, had the dope in the kitchen; Thought I was doin' the dishes
I used to hide drugs in the kitchen and pretend I was just doing chores
Scalin' and fishin', bookin' that bag β²til we winninβ²
I'm still hustling and making money until I reach my ultimate goal
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
I'm emphasizing again that I always carry a gun for safety
Pans and pots, made it off the block
I'm reflecting on my past and how I used to cook and sell drugs, but have since become successful
Writer(s): Shakqueel Burthwright, Jeremy Mcintyre, Derek Bissue, Joseph L'etranger
Contributed by Jason G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@lebronjeevan
[Pre-Chorus: 88 Camino]
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
[Chorus: 88 Camino]
Kamikaze, coupe is kamikaze
Kamikaze, the coupe is kamikaze
Carbon copies, these niggas carbon copies
Play Bali, we on eight mollies
[Verse 1: 88 Camino]
Xanax, 'Methazine too
Molly boost, kamikaze coupe
Drop the roof, wait, let it poof
Drop the roof, pop a molly too
These days it feels like you're still mine
Fuck her when I want 'cause she still mine
(Charge it to the game if you steal mine)
Fuck her when I want 'cause she still fine
She got D's, yeah, she got D's
From police, run from police
Ain't no peace, no, ain't no peace
Ain't no peace, no, ain't no peace
[Pre-Chorus: 88 Camino]
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
[Chorus: 88 Camino]
Kamikaze, coupe is kamikaze
Kamikaze, the coupe is kamikaze
(Carbon copies, these niggas carbon copies
Play Bali, we on eight mollies)
[Verse 2: Derek Wise]
Spillin' lean, goin' hard like this a sick day (Sick day)
Two hundred on my dash, I like to risk-take (Risk-take)
Jeweler hittin' my phone, he done my piece (Done my piece)
I been in the field, look at my cleats (Ooh)
New bitch was the same one that I couldn't get (Couldn't get)
New whip was the same one that I would've rent (Would've rent)
Spoke too soon, I'm fuckin' up my tees
Spoke too soon, I just picked up my keys (Glam Boy)
Rookie of the year but I ain't play no ball (Play no ball)
Scrollin' 4AM, who get that faded? Call (Brrt)
Yeah, the press box, yeah, the wedlock (Yeah)
Had to switch up on my banks, I fucked the teller
On a PJ, used to sit coach to Coachella
Canceled plans because he found his Cinderella
Yeah, had the dope in the kitchen
Thought I was doin' the dishes
Yeah, scalin' and fishin'
Hookin' the bait 'til we winnin'
[Outro: 88 Camino]
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
@salaheddinzaanoune8245
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
[Chorus: 88 Camino]
Kamikaze, coupe is kamikaze
Kamikaze, the coupe is kamikaze
Carbon copies, these niggas carbon copies
Play Bali, we on eight mollies
[Verse 1: 88 Camino]
Xanax, 'Methazine too
Molly boost, kamikaze coupe
Drop the roof, wait, let it poof
Drop the roof, pop a molly too
These days it feels like you're still mine
Fuck her when I want 'cause she still mine
(Charge it to the game if you steal mine)
Fuck her when I want 'cause she still fine
She got D's, yeah, she got D's
From police, run from police
Ain't no peace, no, ain't no peace
Ain't no peace, no, ain't no peace
[Pre-Chorus: 88 Camino]
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
[Chorus: 88 Camino]
Kamikaze, coupe is kamikaze
Kamikaze, the coupe is kamikaze
(Carbon copies, these niggas carbon copies
Play Bali, we on eight mollies)
[Verse 2: Derek Wise]
Spillin' lean, goin' hard like this a sick day (Sick day)
Two hundred on my dash, I like to risk-take (Risk-take)
Jeweler hittin' my phone, he done my piece (Done my piece)
I been in the field, look at my cleats (Ooh)
New bitch was the same one that I couldn't get (Couldn't get)
New whip was the same one that I would've rent (Would've rent)
Spoke too soon, I'm fuckin' up my tees
Spoke too soon, I just picked up my keys (Glam Boy)
Rookie of the year but I ain't play no ball (Play no ball)
Scrollin' 4AM, who get that faded? Call (Brrt)
Yeah, the press box, yeah, the wedlock (Yeah)
Had to switch up on my banks, I fucked the teller
On a PJ, used to sit coach to Coachella
Canceled plans because he found his Cinderella
Yeah, had the dope in the kitchen
Thought I was doin' the dishes
Yeah, scalin' and fishin'
Hookin' the bait 'til we winnin'
Outro: 88 Camino]
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
@moyousuf9471
LYRICS--
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
Kamikaze, coupe is kamikaze
Kamikaze, the coupe is kamikaze
Carbon copies, these niggas carbon copies
Play Bali, we on eight mollies
Xanax, 'Methazine too
Molly boost, kamikaze coupe
Drop the roof, wait, let it poof
Drop the roof, pop a molly too
These days it feels like you're still mine
Fuck her when I want 'cause she still mine
(Charge it to the game if you steal mine)
Fuck her when I want 'cause she still fine
She got D's, yeah, she got D's
From police, run from police
Ain't no peace, no, ain't no peace
Ain't no peace, no, ain't no peace
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
Kamikaze, coupe is kamikaze
Kamikaze, the coupe is kamikaze
(Carbon copies, these niggas carbon copies
Play Bali, we on eight mollies)
Spillin' lean, goin' hard like this a sick day (Sick day)
Two hundred on my dash, I like to risk-take (Risk-take)
Jeweler hittin' my phone, he done my piece (Done my piece)
I been in the field, look at my cleats (Ooh)
New bitch was the same one that I couldn't get (Couldn't get)
New whip was the same one that I would've rent (Would've rent)
Spoke too soon, I'm fuckin' up my tees
Spoke too soon, I just picked up my keys (Glam Boy)
Rookie of the year but I ain't play no ball (Play no ball)
Scrollin' 4AM, who get that faded? Call (Brrt)
Yeah, the press box, yeah, the wedlock (Yeah)
Had to switch up on my banks, I fucked the teller
On a PJ, used to sit coach to Coachella
Canceled plans because he found his Cinderella
Yeah, had the dope in the kitchen
Thought I was doin' the dishes
Yeah, scalin' and fishin'
Hookin' the bait 'til we winnin'
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
Kawasaki, keep that in my sock
Pans and pots, made it off the block
@marcelbaymusic
My dream is to work with no one else but 88glam.. This song is way ahead of it's time, it's too good and sadly very underrated. Wish them all the best, hope we meet at the top.
@kwasniewski20
Wtf
@sean-e-boy
Bro that's what I've been saying. Their music is a step up with this terrible moment in rap. I feel like only a few artists have truly made good music on the past years everything being released is garbage and 88glam has so many good tracks this is def one of the best it's been on repeat since release for me bro. I love 88glam these guys should be global by now but the worlds sleeping on them. Only Toronto mans know what's up
@zoed3351
Sean-E-Boy facts
@smokeybeats
@Sean-E-Boy naaa, im from UK and 88glam are in my top 3. shits too crazy
@dekuvisuals9847
Marcel Bay Just watch when they blow up people goin be bumpin this day and night
@raphmatta8307
88Camino always does the chorus soooooo good!!
@jwvideos7011
That Bali hook was contagious
@ananimeplace.3808
Their best songs is definitely when heβs on the hook.
@raphmatta8307
@jwvideosjust this duo is amazing bro!!