Whats Beef
A$AP Rocky Lyrics


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What's beef? Beef is when you make ya enemies start the Jeep
Beef is when you roll no less than twenty deep
Beef is when I see you
Guaranteed to be in ICU, motherfucker

What's beef? Beef is when you make ya enemies start the Jeep
Beef is when you roll no less than twenty deep
Beef is when I see you
Guaranteed to be in ICU, motherfucker

Nowadays it's silly, niggas beef for nothing
The type of shit that make the hippies throw up peace for nothing
Back in my day, there wasn't silencers to hide the 8 up
So if it's beef, be sure to order side of baked potato
I've got amigos on my payroll, Quavo gave me guelo
Fuego, beef up on my plate is no mistake
Hahahahaha, check out the shapaul
For sure, I'm Shakur out the window of my car
Spitting at the cameras and I flood the club with dancers
I used to run with hammers back when Sway had all the answers
Now it's spread like cancers in this German
And these niggas want me gone for certain
And that's what I call beef, you vermin

What's beef? Beef is when you make ya enemies start the Jeep
Beef is when you roll no less than twenty deep
Beef is when I see you
Guaranteed to be in ICU, motherfucker

What's beef? Beef is when you make ya enemies start the Jeep
Beef is when you roll no less than twenty deep
Beef is when I see you
Guaranteed to be in ICU, motherfucker

Uh, Puffy swag combs, call me Sherlock Stallone
Daddy NASDAQ or call me Puffy Dow Jones
Come fuck with Puffy, dirty money since the scruffy Puffy
They want me bloody, hungry, ugly, crusty, musty Puffy
See that motherfucking phantom? Then it must be Puffy
It's like lately, all the ladies say is fuck me, Puffy
Eighty million records was projected
My leverage breaking records, it's like eighty women naked




Hectic, paranoia got me feeling threatened
So I'm loading up my weapons up like every other second

Overall Meaning

In the song "What's Beef" by A$AP Rocky, the lyrics explore the concept of beef, which refers to conflicts or rivalries. The artist describes beef as a situation where enemies become provoked and ready for confrontation, symbolized by starting their Jeep. Rolling deep with a large group is another indicator of beef, showing that someone is prepared for any altercation. The consequence of encountering the artist is guaranteed to result in the enemy being in the ICU (Intensive Care Unit), emphasizing the severity and potential violence of the situation.


The lyrics also touch upon the idea that modern-day beef is often trivial and meaningless, leading to a criticism of the current state of conflicts. The artist reminisces about a time when weapons didn't have suppressors, and suggests that if there's beef, one should order a side of baked potato, likely referring to a gun silencer as a metaphorical addition to a potentially lethal conflict. A$AP Rocky references his connections (amigos) and mentions the names of other artists like Quavo, indicating his power and influence within the rap community.


The lyrics further express a sense of defiance and resistance against those who seek his downfall. A$AP Rocky mentions spitting at the cameras, flooding the club with dancers, and running with hammers (guns) during his earlier days. He also alludes to Sway, a well-known radio host, who used to have all the answers, suggesting a nostalgic reflection on his past. The artist feels targeted and persecuted, comparing the spread of negativity to cancers and referring to his adversaries as vermin.


Line by Line Meaning

What's beef? Beef is when you make ya enemies start the Jeep
Beef refers to a situation where you provoke your enemies to take action against you, such as starting a conflict or confrontation.


Beef is when you roll no less than twenty deep
Beef is when you gather a large group of people, usually armed or ready for a fight, to support and defend you.


Beef is when I see you
Beef is when I come face to face with you, indicating a confrontation or direct encounter.


Guaranteed to be in ICU, motherfucker
If there's beef, it is highly likely that you will end up severely injured or in intensive care as a result of the conflict.


Nowadays it's silly, niggas beef for nothing
In the present time, it seems ridiculous that people engage in conflicts or arguments over insignificant matters.


The type of shit that make the hippies throw up peace for nothing
The level of absurdity reached by these conflicts is so high that even peaceful individuals, like hippies, would reject the notion of fighting.


Back in my day, there wasn't silencers to hide the 8 up
During my time, there weren't attachments called silencers to suppress the sound of firearms, so any confrontation involving guns would be loud and visible.


So if it's beef, be sure to order side of baked potato
When facing beef or conflict, it's advisable to be prepared and order a baked potato as a metaphorical way of saying to arm yourself with a side weapon.


I've got amigos on my payroll, Quavo gave me guelo
I have close associates who work for me, and Quavo specifically provided me with some drugs (guelo).


Fuego, beef up on my plate is no mistake
I deliberately involve myself in beef or conflicts, considering them as important components of my lifestyle.


Hahahahaha, check out the shapaul
Amusingly, you should observe the way I flaunt my style and presence.


For sure, I'm Shakur out the window of my car
Without a doubt, I resemble Tupac Shakur as I lean out the window of my car, portraying a similar rebellious and confrontational attitude.


Spitting at the cameras and I flood the club with dancers
I express my disdain for the media by disrespecting them and then attract attention to myself by filling the club with a crowd of energetic dancers.


I used to run with hammers back when Sway had all the answers
In the past, I carried handguns for protection during confrontations and confrontational situations, especially when the radio host Sway seemed to have all the solutions or answers.


Now it's spread like cancers in this German
Nowadays, conflicts and beef have become prevalent like the spread of cancer within the German hip-hop community, indicating the negative impact it has.


And these niggas want me gone for certain
There are individuals who have a strong desire to eliminate me or cause harm to me without a doubt.


And that's what I call beef, you vermin
From my perspective, this level of intense conflict and animosity is what I consider as real beef, and those who engage in it are nothing more than vermin or pests.


Uh, Puffy swag combs, call me Sherlock Stallone
Referring to my confident and influential persona, you can associate me with the combination of Sean Combs (Puff Daddy or P. Diddy) and the clever detective Sherlock Holmes along with the iconic action star Sylvester Stallone.


Daddy NASDAQ or call me Puffy Dow Jones
Alternatively, you could address me as Daddy NASDAQ, symbolizing my economic success and impact, or simply as Puffy Dow Jones, connecting my name with the famous stock market index.


Come fuck with Puffy, dirty money since the scruffy Puffy
You are welcome to engage with me, Puffy, the person who has been involved in questionable legal activities and has accumulated significant wealth since my early days when I had a scruffy appearance.


They want me bloody, hungry, ugly, crusty, musty Puffy
There are individuals who harbor strong desires to harm, exploit, or criticize me, portraying me as a vicious, desperate, unattractive, unkempt, and outdated version of Puffy.


See that motherfucking phantom? Then it must be Puffy
When you spot a luxurious and extravagant Phantom vehicle, it can be assumed with certainty that it belongs to me, Puffy.


It's like lately, all the ladies say is fuck me, Puffy
Lately, it seems that women express their strong sexual desire or attraction towards me, Puffy, using explicit language.


Eighty million records was projected
An estimate was made that my music or albums were expected to sell around eighty million copies collectively.


My leverage breaking records, it's like eighty women naked
I possess significant influence and power that is surpassing previous records, and it can be compared to the sight of eighty women being naked, indicating the scale of my accomplishments and impact.


Hectic, paranoia got me feeling threatened
The current situation is intense and overwhelming, with my constant fear and suspicion of being in danger, leaving me feeling vulnerable and uneasy.


So I'm loading up my weapons up like every other second
Therefore, I constantly prepare and arm myself with weapons to be ready for any potential threat or danger that may arise, doing so repetitively and frequently.




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

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ADHDamian

This beat is awesome, I think this is a perfect homage to the original what's beef and much better than that version with Mobb Deep. However, I think ASAP's rapping ruined what could've been an amazing track. Like legit, if this had been given to any other east cost trapper, it would've been great.












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