Bussdown Your Soul
AUGUST 08 Lyrics
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Droptops and hoes
Ice out your chain
But can't bust down your soul
You can't bust down your soul
Lost out on money with love
They call me Emotional Cuh
Back on the East Side (rag top)
Gun shots (pah pah) on live
Fuck all these niggas and they fake lives
No face, no case on life (ay droptop)
Pull up on the homies on that old shit
Fucking politics and bitches 'til the morning
You ain't got your point on you ain't all in
She said
Fuck what you know
Droptops and hoes
Ice out your chain
But can't bust down your soul
You can't bust down your soul
Cortez's at the funerals
Gunpowder in the cuticles
We out here as usual
Standing on the frontline throwing shit up
Caught slipping outside the tam's when they dumped
Mo had to shoot back like (burum da bum bum)
Bought a new chain 'cause the flock went up
Shawty look at me like, "Nigga you dumb?"
Fuck what you know
Droptops and hoes
Ice out your chain
But can't bust down your soul
You can't bust down your soul
(Yeah)
I got stardust in my eyes (yeah)
And I can't keep 'em closed tonight (yeah)
I got stardust in my eyes
And I can't keep 'em closed tonight
I got stardust in my eyes
And I can't keep 'em closed tonight
I got stardust in my eyes
And I can't keep 'em closed tonight
Running down Rosecreans
Long Beach boulevard
On the East Side
Cruising down Bullis
With a ski mask on
I be in a fast car
Riding in a stolen whip
Just goin' far yeah
The lyrics of AUGUST 08's song "Bussdown Your Soul" explore themes of materialism, emotional detachment, and the struggle to find genuine fulfillment. The opening lines, "Fuck what you know, Droptops and hoes, Ice out your chain, But can't bust down your soul," critique a superficial lifestyle centered around luxury cars, women, and jewelry. The singer suggests that despite outward displays of wealth and status, one's soul cannot be enriched or fulfilled through material possessions alone.
The lyrics also touch on the emotional turmoil experienced by the singer, referred to as "Emotional Cuh." They mention numbing the pain with drugs, highlighting the ways people attempt to cope with their emotional struggles. The mention of gunshots, fake lives, and playing politics with people and relationships further emphasizes a sense of disconnect and the gritty realities of the singer's environment.
The lyric, "Cortez's at the funerals, Gunpowder in the cuticles," paints a picture of a dangerous and violent setting. The singer describes participating in risky activities, such as standing on the frontline and getting involved in conflicts. Despite these circumstances, there is a desire for escape and the pursuit of a more fulfilling life, as evident in the chorus, "I got stardust in my eyes, And I can't keep 'em closed tonight." The mention of cruising down streets and riding in stolen cars conveys a sense of rebellion and a longing for freedom.
Overall, "Bussdown Your Soul" explores the contradiction and emptiness of a materialistic lifestyle, addressing the complexities of human emotion and the search for deeper meaning in a challenging environment.
Line by Line Meaning
Fuck what you know
Disregard conventional knowledge or beliefs
Droptops and hoes
Luxury cars and promiscuous women
Ice out your chain
Cover your necklace with diamonds
But can't bust down your soul
But you can't enrich your inner self
You can't bust down your soul
You cannot enhance your spiritual being
Lost out on money with love
Sacrificed financial gain for affection
They call me Emotional Cuh
People label me as emotional
Numbing the pain with the drug
Using substances to alleviate emotional distress
Back on the East Side (rag top)
Returning to the neighborhood (convertible car)
Gun shots (pah pah) on live
Gunfire happening in real-time
Fuck all these niggas and they fake lives
Showing disregard for individuals and their inauthentic existences
No face, no case on life (ay droptop)
No visible identity or consequences in life
Pull up on the homies on that old shit
Meeting up with friends and engaging in familiar activities
Fucking politics and bitches 'til the morning
Engaging in manipulative behavior and promiscuity all night
You ain't got your point on you ain't all in
If you don't carry a weapon, you're not fully committed
She said
A woman said
Cortez's at the funerals
Wearing Cortez sneakers at funerals
Gunpowder in the cuticles
Traces of gunpowder on the nails
We out here as usual
We are present as usual
Standing on the frontline throwing shit up
Being on the forefront and causing trouble
Caught slipping outside the tam's when they dumped
Being caught off guard outside the Tams restaurant when shots were fired
Mo had to shoot back like (burum da bum bum)
Mo had to retaliate with gunfire sounds
Bought a new chain 'cause the flock went up
Purchased a new necklace due to increased popularity
Shawty look at me like, "Nigga you dumb?"
A woman looks at me with confusion, questioning my intelligence
I got stardust in my eyes
I feel inspired or dreamy
And I can't keep 'em closed tonight
And I cannot resist keeping my eyes open tonight
Running down Rosecreans
Sprinting along Rosecrans Avenue
Long Beach boulevard
In the Long Beach area
On the East Side
In the neighborhood
Cruising down Bullis
Driving leisurely on Bullis Road
With a ski mask on
Wearing a ski mask for concealment
I be in a fast car
I am in a speedy vehicle
Riding in a stolen whip
Operating a stolen car
Just goin' far yeah
Simply going a long distance
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Maurice Powell, Ray Jacobs, Ahlee Ruffin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@alzthemaster
I'm so happy that he just stood there for the whole video
@AxxLAfriku
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@TukeTheShark
Uh oh I think he just wants views so I’m not clicking on that
@Steff-in-a-pan
Willow I'm reporting all his comments for spam
@CecenaGuy
Most underrated 88rising artist ever. Goddamn.
@MrBankaikenshin
@HAZZARD Pretty much
@christj398
the songs hella good doe
@envy4555
@HAZZARD nah it's mostly cause he hasn't had that hit yet... Most of the singers in 88rising either became popular through hits or their supporters in their respective countries.
@kiddjacques709
@HAZZARD he aint got no hit
not even one
@ogvamp2
he doesn’t have the look and he’s on a channel with all Asian artists who are pretty popular which means no attention will go to him. He should leave 88rising ASAP.