His debut studio album Long.Live.A$AP (2013) debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and was later certified double platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). In 2015, Rocky released his second album, titled At.Long.Last.A$AP. The album was Rocky's second consecutive album to debut at number one on the Billboard 200 and received mostly positive reviews from music critics. In 2018, Rocky released his third album, Testing, which peaked in the top five of several countries, including the Billboard 200.
Rocky has won a BET Award, two BET Hip Hop Awards, an MTV Video Music Award Japan and an MTVU Woodie Award, as well as being nominated for two Grammy Awards, six World Music Awards, three MTV Video Music Awards and two MTV Europe Music Awards. Rocky has also directed music videos for himself, Danny Brown, and other A$AP Mob members. Furthermore, he produces records under the pseudonym Lord Flacko.
Bass
A$AP Rocky Lyrics
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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 $AP
You don't play no fuckin' fear in my heart"
These other niggas so-so, they open off my mojo
Spanish Sophie with a half a kilo by her cho-cho
Blow it out your culo, who got dough on the smoke though?
My partner had cinco now we blowin' on that ocho
Bozos love my rose gold, purple got me slow-mo
Stuntin' like I'm Dorothy but my rubies in my gold though
What you think this four for? These niggas must be loco
Steppin' on these bricks and for your fix so call me Toto
Follow me, follow me, follow me now
Now I come through gettin' down
Got a new Cadillac with a diamond in the back
Got a bitch and she bad with about a hundred tats
Got my goons on deck, and we got a hundred straps
What you know about that? Got me swaggin' to the max
Everybody know we got the shit and baggages to match, uh
Better come correct, fuck what the basis is (uh)
Gold grills like a set of new braces
Why they comment on my set though?
They lookin' 'cause my neck gold
And I let that TEC show, hear that echo?
Let go, that medal, .38 special, to your threshold
Niggas actin' petrol, like they sexual, was metro
Bunch of bad bitches fuckin' out on tour (uh)
Like it through the back door, give it to her raw (raw)
Shimmy shimmy ya, ODB, ODB
Fuckin' other niggas' broads, OPP, OPP
Comin' down stuntin' like a bitch, bitches on my dick
On the set and they like the nicotine to cigarette
How they fiendin' for a nigga, got these hoes up on my sack
Got my niggas in the back, couple bitches in the bed
A$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$AP
Where that bass?
Where that bass?
Clams, Harlem, yeah
Where that bass?
Trill shit
Trill shit from a trill nigga
All my purple people
I be that pretty motherfucker
Bass, bass, haha
The lyrics to A$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$AP
Where that bass?
Where is the bass for the music?
Trill shit
Genuine, authentic things
Trill shit from a trill nigga
Authentic things from an authentic person
All my purple people
All of my like-minded individuals associated with drug use
I be that pretty motherfucker
I am a confident and attractive person
Bass, bass, haha
Repeated emphasis on the importance of the bass in music
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Michael Volpe, Rakim Mayers
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Damarion
This is a certified hood classic
Jerome Productions
yup
Samuel Arbelaez
Nice to see a fan of Travis and Flacko... We are not common nowadays
A Yo It’s Mr Blank
@Damarion aww someone’s angry lol
A Yo It’s Mr Blank
@Damarion I’m tired of peoples bullshit
Jerry from Orlando
Gawd this song will never get old to me.
Long live A$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