Phoenix
A$AP Rocky Lyrics

Bloody ink on my pad spelled "suicide"
I express my pain and emotions through my art.

Michael Jackson even passed 'cause you scrutinized
The media can push someone to their breaking point.

Fuck Illuminati lies, say I'm lucified
I refuse to believe in conspiracy theories and I won't let others label me as part of their delusions.

Baptized in the gutter, motherfucker you decide
My upbringing was rough, but that doesn't define who I am. You can judge me or let me be.

'Cause the ride come with doors that be suicide?
Is it worth risking your life for material possessions and luxury?

Or the thighs on my whores, they be super-sized?
Is it worth objectifying and exploiting women for pleasure and status?

Good and bad having wars, nigga, choose a side
There's a constant battle between right and wrong, and you must pick a side.

Now all hail to the Lord like you do to God
Acknowledge me as a respected and admired leader in the music industry.

Who am I? Lord Flacko
I am A$AP Rocky, also known as Lord Flacko.

Painting vivid pictures, call me Basquiat Picasso
My artistic vision is unique and powerful, much like the renowned artists Basquiat and Picasso.

Capo Head Huncho, now my following's colossal
I am successful and influential in my industry, with a large and dedicated fanbase.

Ain't no boxer, Pacquiao, but got the chopper todo caso
I don't need my fists to fight back, as I am armed and ready for any situation.

It's like you heard God spoke
My music and message have a divine quality and deeper meaning.

I've seen the ghetto gospel
I know the struggles and hardships of growing up in poverty, and I share those experiences through my music.

The choir like my reefer
My music is heavily influenced by and complemented by my love for marijuana.

And the preacher got my eyes low
My passion for music and marijuana often leads me into a state of relaxation and reflection.

Sister Mary Jane could make me see from singing high notes
Marijuana can enhance my creativity and perspective while making music.

The Bible or the rifle
There are two ways to approach life- through faith or through violence.

Good night, folks
My message and music are deeply personal and this song is coming to a close.

That's why I never judge another nigga
I don't judge people for their past or current struggles, since everyone has their own demons to face.

Life's a bitch, but that bitch in love with other niggas
Life is hard and unpredictable, and people will often find happiness and love elsewhere.

Three to a bed, sheets, no covers, nigga
Growing up in poverty often meant struggling to survive, including sharing a bed with multiple people.

Dirty kitchen, no supper in the cupboards, nigga
Sometimes there was no food at home to eat, and we had to make do with what we had.

Sucker niggas, what's up with niggas?
Why do some people choose to be fake and phony, rather than authentic and true to themselves?

So my new attitude is like "Fuck them niggas!"
I've decided to cut out fake and negative people from my life and focus on what's truly important.

I grew up with niggas but don't fuck with niggas
I may have grown up with certain people, but that doesn't mean I have to keep them in my life forever.

I don't trust them niggas, ain't got no love for niggas
I don't trust or have any respect for people who have shown me their true colors.

Had the gold grills shining like them southern niggas
I used to showcase my wealth and status through material possessions like gold teeth, commonly seen in Southern rap culture.

Kept it trilla, now the whole world fuckin' with us
I've stayed true to myself and my musical style, and now that's paying off with international recognition.

Meanwhile you treated all of us like other niggas
You didn't give us a fair chance or respect growing up, and now you're seeing the error in your ways.

And now your world is in my palm, take cover, niggas
I have reached the top and now have the power and influence to take revenge on those who once wronged me.