Bass
A$AP Rocky Lyrics


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"So recognize that shit
You better fuckin' recognize that fuckin' name right now"
"Aight I recognize, I recognize it"
"A$AP"
"I recognize it"
"Recognize that shit, A$AP
A fucking $AP
You don't play no fuckin' fear in my heart"
Do it

These other niggas so-so, they open off my mojo
Spanish Sophie with a half a kilo by her cho-cho
Blow it out your culo, who got dough on the smoke though?
My partner had cinco now we blowin' on that ocho
Bozos love my rose gold, purple got me slow-mo
Stuntin' like I'm Dorothy but my rubies in my gold though
What you think this four for? These niggas must be loco
Steppin' on these bricks and for your fix so call me Toto
Follow me, follow me, follow me now

Now I come through gettin' down
Got a new Cadillac with a diamond in the back
Got a bitch and she bad with about a hundred tats
Got my goons on deck, and we got a hundred straps
What you know about that? Got me swaggin' to the max
Everybody know we got the shit and baggages to match, uh
Better come correct, fuck what the basis is (uh)
Gold grills like a set of new braces

Why they comment on my set though?
They lookin' 'cause my neck gold
And I let that TEC show, hear that echo?
Let go, that medal, .38 special, to your threshold
Niggas actin' petrol, like they sexual, was metro
Bunch of bad bitches fuckin' out on tour (uh)
Like it through the back door, give it to her raw (raw)
Shimmy shimmy ya, ODB, ODB
Fuckin' other niggas' broads, OPP, OPP

Comin' down stuntin' like a bitch, bitches on my dick
On the set and they like the nicotine to cigarette
How they fiendin' for a nigga, got these hoes up on my sack
Got my niggas in the back, couple bitches in the bed
A$AP where it's at, where that weed? How that cake?
Bitches all up in my face, back back, give me space
'Cause you know how we do it, niggas scream A$AP (A$AP)
Ayy Clams, nigga, tell me where that bass at?

Bass, uh
Bass, uh
Bass, uh
Bass, uh
Bass, uh
Bass, uh
Bass, uh
Bass, bass, bass
Bass, bass, bass
Bass, bass, bass

Yeah
Clams Casino, nigga
A$AP
Where that bass?
Where that bass?
Clams, Harlem, yeah
Where that bass?
Trill shit
Trill shit from a trill nigga
All my purple people




I be that pretty motherfucker
Bass, bass, haha

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to A$AP Rocky's song Bass seem to portray an arrogant and confident attitude that the artist carries. To start off, the lines "So recognize that shit/You better fuckin' recognize that fuckin' name right now" shows that he demands recognition and respect from others. He then repeats the word "recognize" throughout the song emphasizing that people should acknowledge his presence and talent. In the verse, he talks about his prosperity with money, women, and drugs, with lines like "Bozos love my rose gold, purple got me slow-mo" and "Got a bitch and she bad with about a hundred tats." He mentions having goons and guns, indicating a dangerous lifestyle, and even refers to himself as "pretty motherfucker," implying his good looks.


Moreover, the repetition of the word "bass" in the chorus, accompanied by Clams Casino's beat, creates a hypnotic effect that emphasizes the importance of the song's bassline. This is a common rap technique, as emphasized in the line "Ayy Clams, nigga, tell me where that bass at?" In general, the song shows off A$AP Rocky's confidence and wealth, but it also highlights his skills as a rapper, with several references to pop culture and clever wordplay.


Line by Line Meaning

So recognize that shit
Acknowledge and understand the significance of what is being said


You better fuckin' recognize that fuckin' name right now
Acknowledge and remember A$AP's name with importance and respect


Aight I recognize, I recognize it
Okay, I understand and acknowledge what you are saying


A$AP
Remember the name A$AP


I recognize it
I understand and acknowledge it


Recognize that shit, A$AP
Give importance and respect to A$AP and what he represents


A fucking $AP
A member of the A$AP collective, significant and respected


You don't play no fuckin' fear in my heart
I am not intimidated or scared, I am confident in myself and my abilities


These other niggas so-so, they open off my mojo
Other people are average, but I possess something special that others desire


Spanish Sophie with a half a kilo by her cho-cho
A woman named Sophie of Spanish descent is carrying a large amount of drugs


Blow it out your culo, who got dough on the smoke though?
Who has the money to buy and smoke drugs, let's blow this smoke and find out


My partner had cinco now we blowin' on that ocho
We are now smoking a higher quality form of drugs, my partner had five, and now we are on an eight


Bozos love my rose gold, purple got me slow-mo
Foolish people appreciate and envy the jewelry I wear, and the drugs I am taking have the effect of slowing down my perception of time


Stuntin' like I'm Dorothy but my rubies in my gold though
I am showing off my wealth and jewelry, as if I were the character Dorothy from 'The Wizard of Oz,' but instead of ruby slippers, I have gold jewlery


What you think this four for? These niggas must be loco
What do you think this gun is for? These people must be crazy


Steppin' on these bricks and for your fix so call me Toto
I am stepping on and dealing drugs, call me Toto (like from 'The Wizard of Oz'), I have what you need


Follow me, follow me, follow me now
Come with me, follow me, trust me and do as I say


Now I come through gettin' down
I am now arriving and getting down on whatever we are doing


Got a new Cadillac with a diamond in the back
I have a brand new Cadillac with a luxury modification (a diamond in the back)


Got a bitch and she bad with about a hundred tats
I have a female companion who is attractive and has many tattoos


Got my goons on deck, and we got a hundred straps
I have my friends/bodyguards with me, and we are armed with guns (straps)


What you know about that? Got me swaggin' to the max
Do you know anything about this lifestyle? I have supreme confidence and style


Everybody know we got the shit and baggages to match, uh
Everyone knows that we have the high quality drugs and the money to match


Better come correct, fuck what the basis is (uh)
You should come to me prepared and respectful, it doesn't matter what the reason is


Gold grills like a set of new braces
I have gold teeth like braces, showing off my wealth and status


Why they comment on my set though?
Why do people disregard and talk about my possessions?


They lookin' 'cause my neck gold
People are staring at me because of my expensive gold necklace


And I let that TEC show, hear that echo?
I am showing off my gun (TEC) and the sound it makes when fired, echoing


Let go, that medal, .38 special, to your threshold
Let me fire this bullet from my .38 special handgun at you


Niggas actin' petrol, like they sexual, was metro
People are acting aggressive, as if they were sexually aroused, or like someone who is a metrosexual


Bunch of bad bitches fuckin' out on tour (uh)
I am having sex with multiple attractive women while on tour


Like it through the back door, give it to her raw (raw)
I like having anal sex, and I do it without a condom


Shimmy shimmy ya, ODB, ODB
A reference to Ol' Dirty Bastard's song 'Shimmy Shimmy Ya'


Fuckin' other niggas' broads, OPP, OPP
I am having sex with other men's partners, the OPP (other people's pussy)


Comin' down stuntin' like a bitch, bitches on my dick
I am showing off and being confident like a woman, and women are interested in me


On the set and they like the nicotine to cigarette
Women are attracted to me like smokers are addicted to nicotine


How they fiendin' for a nigga, got these hoes up on my sack
These women are desperate for me, they want me and are attracted to me


Got my niggas in the back, couple bitches in the bed
I have my friends with me, and I am also with some women in bed


A$AP where it's at, where that weed? How that cake?
A$AP's lifestyle is where it's at, where is the marijuana and money?


Bitches all up in my face, back back, give me space
Women are trying to get close to me and talk to me, but I want them to back off and give me room


'Cause you know how we do it, niggas scream A$AP (A$AP)
Because you know what we are about, people shout A$AP (the collective)


Ayy Clams, nigga, tell me where that bass at?
Hey Clams, where is the bass for the music?


Bass, uh
Referring to the bass in the music


Yeah
An affirmation or agreement


Clams Casino, nigga
Shoutout to the music producer Clams Casino


A$AP
Remember the name A$AP


Where that bass?
Where is the bass for the music?


Trill shit
Genuine, authentic things


Trill shit from a trill nigga
Authentic things from an authentic person


All my purple people
All of my like-minded individuals associated with drug use


I be that pretty motherfucker
I am a confident and attractive person


Bass, bass, haha
Repeated emphasis on the importance of the bass in music




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Michael Volpe, Rakim Mayers

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Damarion

This is a certified hood classic

Jerome Productions

yup

Samuel Arbelaez

Nice to see a fan of Travis and Flacko... We are not common nowadays

A Yo It’s Mr Blank

@Damarion aww someone’s angry lol

A Yo It’s Mr Blank

@Damarion I’m tired of peoples bullshit

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Jerry from Orlando

Gawd this song will never get old to me.
Long live A$AP, you changed the world.

ZAIN

Live Love ASAP*

Jerry from Orlando

@ZAIN that wasn’t a typo
But good looking out, sir. 🙏 Thank you

Sir.Smoke

only world he changed is yours

TheOnlyOne

@Sir.Smoke ong, album is heat no way it changed any world tho

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