RIOT
A$AP Rocky Lyrics


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(Woo, woo, woo, woo) Mista
I might start a riot, mm (woo, woo, woo)
Opposite of quiet, yeah (woo, woo, woo)
On a pussy nigga tires (woo, woo, woo)
How 'bout you try it? Try it (woo, woo, woo, hey)

We grow, we learn, we live (woo, woo)
I might start a riot (woo, woo, woo)
We grow, we learn, we live (woo, woo, woo)
Opposite of quiet (woo, woo, woo)
We grow, we learn (woo, woo)
Pussy nigga tired (woo, woo, woo)
How 'bout you try it? (Woo, woo)
I don't buy it, yeah (woo, woo, woo)

I just call designers up, I free ninety-nine it, uh (uh, uh, uh)
Called your baby mama up, yep, I nighty-night it (uh, uh, uh, yeah)
I just bought designer kilts, yeah, I Roddy Pipe it (uh, uh)
I just put some BDs on my whip with lime green pipin' (woo, woo, woo, woo, woo)

My wife is erotic, I'm smokin' exotic (woo, woo)
My whip is exotic, my crib is a cottage (woo, woo, woo)
A whole lotta cheesy, we gettin' that cottage (woo, woo)
A whole lotta brains, 'cause I skipped out on college (woo, woo, woo)
They think I'm livin' that large, why? (Woo, woo)
That lil' nigga livin' too large, ayy (woo, woo, woo)
All my niggas do is play the ball (woo, woo)
You lil' niggas too afraid to ball (woo, woo, woo)
Why you gotta get the pigs involved?
I'm way more deadly when my pen involved
Business suits, we the men in charge (woo, woo)
Bottega suits on the business call (woo, woo)
Kidney niggas, I don't kill 'em soft (woo, woo)
You finna die, no 'Ana Ross (woo, woo)
Bought a Rolls Royce and a Porsche (woo, woo)
Buy the building, nigga in the Porsche (woo, woo)
If you scared, better get a dog (woo, woo)
Pussy nigga, that's your menopause, ayy

We grow, we learn, we live (woo, woo)
I might start a riot (woo, woo, woo)
We grow, we learn, we live (woo, woo, woo)
Opposite of quiet (woo, woo, woo)
We grow, we learn (woo, woo)
Pussy nigga tired (woo, woo, woo)
How 'bout you try it? (Woo, woo)
I don't buy it, yeah (woo, woo, woo)

I just call designers up, I free ninety-nine it, uh (uh, uh, uh)
Called your baby mama up, yep, I nighty-night it (uh, uh, uh, yeah)
I just bought designer kilts, yeah, I Roddy Pipe it (uh, uh)
I just put some BDs on my whip with lime green pipin' (woo, woo, woo, woo, woo)

The home of the E-V, G-M, C-C collab, 2023-D (woo, woo, woo, woo)
My belt not no B.B., Simon says, "VS and VV" (woo, woo)
Rag on my head like habibi (woo, woo)
Canary, my stones look like Tweety (woo, woo)
Pass on the sweetie, I got me a RiRi (woo, woo)
Blue magic she sniffin' that I dream of genie (woo, woo)
Designer the finest, I play that Brent Faiyaz and see if she freaky (woo, woo, woo)
Uh, uh, uh, uh, uh, uh (woo, woo)
I'ma ball (uh), I'ma ball hard (uh, woo, woo, woo)
Why they say he got the rental cars? (Uh, woo, woo)
Flossin' hard, this ain't dental floss (uh, woo, woo, woo)
Flossy, glossy (uh, woo, woo)
Nah, bitch, this ain't lip gloss (Uh, woo, woo, woo)
Luxe balm up in my palm (Uh, woo, woo)
New collab' with my baby mom (woo, woo, woo)

We grow, we learn, we live (woo, woo)
I might start a riot (woo, woo, woo)
We grow, we learn, we live (woo, woo, woo)
Opposite of quiet (woo, woo, woo)
We grow, we learn (woo, woo)
Pussy nigga tired (woo, woo, woo)
How 'bout you try it? (Woo, woo)
I don't buy it, yeah (woo, woo, woo)

I just call designers up, I free ninety-nine it, uh (uh, uh, uh)
Called your baby mama up, yep, I nighty-night it (uh, uh, uh, yeah)




I just bought designer kilts, yeah, I Roddy Pipe it (uh, uh)
I just put some BDs on my whip with lime green pipin' (woo, woo, woo, woo, woo)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to A$AP Rocky's song "RIOT" explore themes of rebellion, self-expression, and embracing a lavish lifestyle. The song opens with the declaration, "I might start a riot," which can be interpreted as a metaphor for the artist disrupting societal norms and expectations. It suggests a desire to challenge the status quo and make a bold statement.


Throughout the song, A$AP Rocky expresses his disregard for conformity and the need to conform to societal norms. He celebrates his extravagant lifestyle, boasting about calling up designers, buying designer kilts, and owning luxurious cars. These lyrics indicate his willingness to defy the expectations placed upon him and live life on his own terms.


The chorus, "We grow, we learn, we live, I might start a riot," emphasizes the idea that personal growth, learning, and taking risks are all part of embracing one's individuality. The line "Opposite of quiet" reinforces the notion of being bold and making a statement.


Overall, "RIOT" can be seen as an anthem for embracing one's uniqueness, challenging societal expectations, and celebrating self-expression. It encourages listeners to break free from conformity and live life authentically.


Line by Line Meaning

(Woo, woo, woo, woo) Mista
Addressing someone with enthusiasm and energy


I might start a riot, mm (woo, woo, woo)
I have the power and influence to incite chaos and rebellion


Opposite of quiet, yeah (woo, woo, woo)
Being loud and making a statement, not remaining silent or subdued


On a pussy nigga tires (woo, woo, woo)
Asserting dominance and challenging weak individuals


How 'bout you try it? Try it (woo, woo, woo, hey)
Encouraging others to test their courage and attempt what I can do


We grow, we learn, we live (woo, woo)
Emphasizing personal growth and gaining knowledge through life experiences


Pussy nigga tired (woo, woo, woo)
Expressing fatigue and disappointment towards weak individuals


How 'bout you try it? (Woo, woo)
Challenging others to step up and face the same difficulties


I don't buy it, yeah (woo, woo, woo)
I refuse to believe or accept something


I just call designers up, I free ninety-nine it, uh (uh, uh, uh)
Contacting fashion designers and getting their products for free, without spending a cent


Called your baby mama up, yep, I nighty-night it (uh, uh, uh, yeah)
Referring to having sexual encounters with someone's significant other while they are unaware or asleep


I just bought designer kilts, yeah, I Roddy Pipe it (uh, uh)
Purchasing expensive Scottish skirts and imitating Roddy Piper's style


I just put some BDs on my whip with lime green pipin' (woo, woo, woo, woo, woo)
Adding custom lime green accents to my expensive car with BDs (possibly referring to diamond or jeweled decorations)


My wife is erotic, I'm smokin' exotic (woo, woo)
My partner is sexually appealing and I enjoy smoking high-quality, unusual substances


My whip is exotic, my crib is a cottage (woo, woo, woo)
My car is unique and luxurious, while my home is small and cozy


A whole lotta cheesy, we gettin' that cottage (woo, woo)
We are making a lot of money and acquiring wealth


A whole lotta brains, 'cause I skipped out on college (woo, woo, woo)
I possess intelligence and knowledge despite not attending college


They think I'm livin' that large, why? (Woo, woo)
Others believe I have an extravagant lifestyle, but why is that?


That lil' nigga livin' too large, ayy (woo, woo, woo)
I, a small individual, am living a lavish and excessive life


All my niggas do is play the ball (woo, woo)
My friends and I constantly engage in sports, particularly basketball


You lil' niggas too afraid to ball (woo, woo, woo)
Addressing young individuals who are too scared to participate in sports or take risks


Why you gotta get the pigs involved?
Questioning the need for involving law enforcement or authorities


I'm way more deadly when my pen involved
Expressing the power and impact of my creative and lyrical abilities


Business suits, we the men in charge (woo, woo)
Asserting authority and control in business settings while wearing formal attire


Bottega suits on the business call (woo, woo)
Wearing expensive and prestigious Bottega Veneta suits during important business conversations


Kidney niggas, I don't kill 'em soft (woo, woo)
Eliminating rivals or enemies without mercy or hesitation


You finna die, no 'Ana Ross (woo, woo)
Imminent death without the possibility of escape or intervention


Bought a Rolls Royce and a Porsche (woo, woo)
Purchasing luxury vehicles from Rolls Royce and Porsche brands


Buy the building, nigga in the Porsche (woo, woo)
Investing in real estate and obtaining a building while driving a Porsche


If you scared, better get a dog (woo, woo)
Advising fearful individuals to acquire protection, possibly referring to getting a guard dog


Pussy nigga, that's your menopause, ayy
Insulting someone by comparing them to menopause, implying they are weak or irrelevant


The home of the E-V, G-M, C-C collab, 2023-D (woo, woo, woo, woo)
Referring to a future collaboration between EV (potentially an electric vehicle manufacturer), GM (General Motors), and CC (unknown), projected for the year 2023 with advanced technology


My belt not no B.B., Simon says, "VS and VV" (woo, woo)
My belt does not consist of cheap materials; it features high-quality diamonds and gems like those from famous jewelry brands, as if playing a game of Simon Says


Rag on my head like habibi (woo, woo)
Wearing a headscarf in a style reminiscent of habibi (used to refer to a loved one or friend)


Canary, my stones look like Tweety (woo, woo)
The yellow diamonds in my jewelry resemble the cartoon character Tweety


Pass on the sweetie, I got me a RiRi (woo, woo)
Rejecting a sweet or romantic partner because I already have a relationship with RiRi (possibly referring to singer Rihanna)


Blue magic she sniffin' that I dream of genie (woo, woo)
A girl is using a drug called Blue Magic, which makes her hallucinate like the character in the show I Dream Of Jeannie


Designer the finest, I play that Brent Faiyaz and see if she freaky (woo, woo, woo)
Playing music by Brent Faiyaz to test a woman's openness to engaging in sexual activities


I'ma ball (uh), I'ma ball hard (uh, woo, woo, woo)
I am going to excel and succeed, particularly in the field of basketball


Why they say he got the rental cars? (Uh, woo, woo)
Questioning why people claim I only possess rented vehicles


Flossin' hard, this ain't dental floss (uh, woo, woo, woo)
Showing off my wealth and success, not simply cleaning my teeth with dental floss


Flossy, glossy (uh, woo, woo)
Displaying an extravagant and shiny appearance


Nah, bitch, this ain't lip gloss (Uh, woo, woo, woo)
Rejecting the idea of using lip gloss, emphasizing a different type of luxurious lifestyle


Luxe balm up in my palm (Uh, woo, woo)
Having an expensive and high-quality product in my hand, possibly referring to a cosmetic item


New collab' with my baby mom (woo, woo, woo)
Forming a new collaboration or partnership with the mother of my child




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Pharrell Williams, Rakim Mayers

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@hiphopdx

Been needing this new A$AP project for years but it still feels like the perfect timing for it

@squintsp4850

Always needing something

@knowledgeispower7715

Shit trash tbh

@Tumelotsosanevs

He gets his flower No cap😭

@B4shXp

Is my music ok?

@stephenmccloud5118

The Quality of the vid is outrageous Always hitting with Perplex visuals while staying on point longity and prosperity King A$Ap

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@theeOGseoulite

The fact he still hasn’t gotten any awards for his music videos yet is CRAZY

@hoephobic

Cause its all rigged

@crayherbcorsiga5932

they ain't ready fo dat

@veroneekac7892

Lmfao😂

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