A Rebellion
Ab-Soul Lyrics
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(Verse 1:)
See, I just wanna take my chopper
And aim it right at that copper
Just locked up my partner
... they can't stop us
(Bridge: Ab-Soul & Alori Joh)
Inhale, exhale
Inhale, exhale
I'm prolly all alone on this one (x2)
Prolly all on this one (x2)
(Hook:)
Who's bold enough to rebel?
Re... bel
Re...
Who's bold enough to rebel?
Re... bel
Re...
(Hook: Alori Joh)
That's the joint, that's the jam
Turn it up, play it again
That's the joint, that's the jam
Turn it up, play it again
That's the joint
That's the jam
Turn it up
Play it again
I might all alone on this one (x9)
(Verse 2:)
I just wanna grab that heater
Run right in the cathedral
Aim it right at that preacher
For miseducating the people
I might all alone on this one (x4)
(Bridge: Ab-Soul & Alori Joh)
Inhale, exhale
Inhale, exhale
(Verse 3:)
I just wanna take that banger
And aim it right at my Maker
For placing me 'round all this danger
I can't even trust my neighbor
I know I'm all alone on this one (x5)
(Bridge: Ab-Soul & Alori Joh)
Inhale, exhale
Inhale, exhale
I know I'm all alone on this one (x3)
(Hook:)
Who's bold enough to rebel?
Re... bel
Re... bel
(Hook: Alori Joh)
That's the joint, that's the jam
Turn it up, play it again
That's the joint, that's the jam
Turn it up, play it again
That's the joint
That's the jam
Turn it up
Play it again
The lyrics in Ab-Soul Feat. Alori Joh's song "A Rebellion" express the desire to rebel against the oppressive systems in place. The singer speaks of wanting to take up arms against the police, the church, and even their own creator. The repeated phrase, "I'm prolly all alone on this one," suggests a sense of isolation and isolation in the desire for rebellion. The hook poses the question, "Who's bold enough to rebel?" as a challenge to the listener to join the cause.
The use of the chopper, heater, and banger as weapons implies a sense of violence in the rebellion. The singer's frustration with their surroundings and the lack of trust in those around them is palpable in the lyrics. The bridge, with its repeated inhale and exhale, suggests a moment of meditation and contemplation.
Line by Line Meaning
See, I just wanna take my chopper
I desire to use my firearm to take down someone in authority
And aim it right at that copper
I want to target a law enforcement officer
Just locked up my partner
My associate was recently incarcerated
... they can't stop us
The authorities will not be able to impede our rebellion
Inhale, exhale
The act of breathing in and out deeply
I'm prolly all alone on this one (x4)
I am most likely the only one who thinks like this or is willing to take action
Who's bold enough to rebel?
Who has the courage to rise up and fight back against oppression?
That's the joint, that's the jam
That song is great and embodies a rebellious spirit
Turn it up, play it again
Increase the volume and listen to it once more
I just wanna grab that heater
I want to obtain a gun
Run right in the cathedral
I plan to enter a religious building quickly
Aim it right at that preacher
I want to target a religious figure for misleading his followers
For miseducating the people
Because he is teaching false beliefs or ideologies
I just wanna take that banger
I desire to obtain and use a firearm
And aim it right at my Maker
I want to attack God or hold Him responsible for my troubles
For placing me 'round all this danger
Because God put me in harm's way
I can't even trust my neighbor
I do not even have faith in those closest to me
I know I'm all alone on this one (x5)
I am certain that no one else shares my perspective or is willing to act on it
Contributed by Hunter H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
John TR3 Pritchett
I pray somewhere down the line this project gets every single amount of acknowledgment and recognition it deserves for being one of the most transparent and necessary projects out of TDE, this man is a blessing
ILL Vinny
And now … mr morale … soul brother is coming though ..
LEE
Honestly think it's the best album in tde. It resonates on so many different levels.
Different Star
song brings tears to my eyes. control system is the most underrated hip hop album of all time. older i get the more i care about this album
Dextrose 44
I don't know what it was but got the random urge to listen to nibiru and came back to control system....this album is amazing...this is what our current times need.i saw a poll with this album on it for best album in the list and die lit got all the votes.i was so disappointed.
Bristow47
@Dextrose 44 Were blessed to have this mans music always in our subconscious. Crazy to think I've been listening to solo for 12+ years.
Tour De Force
There is just a lovely sentiment to this song. I honestly just love the beat but it's really the fact that Alori and Soul are harmonising here on a song where Ab seems to almost be torn up that he's all alone now.
Playa 1
Sample from Paul Simon's "50 Ways to Leave Your Lover" You probably heard it before
elchucofried
People may hate on me for this but this is one of my favorites on control system I just love the meaning of this song. Your not the only one Soul.
jason graham
definetly one of my favorites like its undescribable