SOPA
Ab-Soul Lyrics


Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴  Line by Line Meaning ↴

(Featuring: ScHoolboy Q)

(Intro:)
(Soulo taught me...)
See yeah my nigga see
See yes this where that sci-fi met swag my nigga
Like the Holy Bible and a Gucci Bag
My nigga, swag!

(Verse 1: Ab-Soul)
Oh you the kid, I'm Joseph Kony
Chip off the block, it's puffy socks in my Saucony
I touch stock, she suck cock
She dancing Secret Sundays and I'm 'bout to pray
I'm smoking dope, I'm smoking dope
She got that magical vaginal let me hocus poke
Row, row, row my boat gently down your stream
She into Alexander McQueen but she ain't met the king
(Soulo, SOULO, Soulo, SOULO) kiss the fucking ring ho
TDE we got the belt, "hold it down if nothin else"
And this is my new single, cut the cheese it's bout to melt
Lean in my cup, pinky up like Dr.Evil
Currently we seeing deeds like Adam Sandler
ScHoolboy Q, OG, and dirty pineapple Fanta
And I ain't never been a motherfucking lick 'less I'm right around the clit
Druggys with' hoes, O's and 4′s

(Hook: x2)
I'm smokin dope, yo, could smell it on my clothes
SOPA tryna censor internet, we tryna get this dough
I said look back at me when you hit the pole
Swag's so mean, on them fucking hoes

(Verse 2: Schoolboy Q)
Oh that's your bitch? Well bruh she on me
I made her lick my sack, then work the top, then fuck the homies
Got the block hot, 'cause I sold it off
No I'm not Weezy, bitch I'm weezy from that chronic cough
Yeah, I'm smoking dope, you can smell it in my beard
Have no fear, saviour of the gangster rap is fucking here
Word around town, SOPA tryna shut it down
How that sound I'm from the underground
They're gonna make me slang a pound
Figg Row (Figg Row) Figg Row (Figg Row)
Bitch, what you know about Figg Row (Figg Row)
This is original gangster, Uh, uh, uh, yeah
Smoke it, chewed it, sniff it, smell it
Inhale it, sip it, whatever
Just mix dope with your flavor uh, uh, uh, yeah
In interviews they always asking me about a lisp
Knowing damn well I'm looking like I'm slinging bricks
Ever seen an ex-student get a half a ticket
Think I'm lying? just ask Jimmy, that check was mine to...

(Hook x2)

(Verse 3: Ab-Soul and Schoolboy Q)
Soulo ho! Groovy Q!
I'm high as fuck, look at me too
Won't pass the weed, but I'll pass a bitch
Fendi on, I might throw a fit
Deadline, hoodie on like Trayvon
Heard it through the grapevine
We got extra pills, lean and shrooms
Life for me is just weed and brews
Don't stop! (Get it, get it) Don't stop! (Get it, get it)
Don't stop! (Get it, get it, get it, get it)
Don't stop! (Get it, get it) Don't stop! (Get it, get it)
Don't stop! (Get it, get it, get it, get it, get get)





(Soulo taught me)

Overall Meaning

In the song SOPA, Ab-Soul and Schoolboy Q rap about their drug use and illegal activities in a way that equates their swag and bravado with religious fervor. The lyrics reference Joseph Kony and the controversial film Invisible Children, using that as a comparison to their own rise in the music industry. Ab-Soul references his success in the music industry with lines like "TDE we got the belt" and "this is my new single, cut the cheese it's bout to melt." He also mentions a girl he is hooking up with who likes Alexander McQueen, but has not yet met the "king," possibly referring to Ab-Soul himself.


Schoolboy Q's verse references SOPA, an internet censorship bill that was being debated in 2012 when the song was released. He also talks about his drug use and illegal activities, mentioning Figg Row and his "chronic cough." He asserts that his gangster rap is original and authentic, coming from the underground instead of being commercialized.


Overall, the lyrics of the song celebrate rebellion, drug use, and a sense of invincibility that comes with being successful rappers. The comparison to religion and the use of biblical language and imagery, such as kissing the "fucking ring," elevate their illegal activities to a level of almost divine importance.


Line by Line Meaning

See yeah my nigga see
Hey, my friend, take a look at this.


See yes this where that sci-fi met swag my nigga, Like the Holy Bible and a Gucci Bag, My nigga, swag!
This is where futuristic themes blend with style, similar to combining the Holy Bible with a Gucci bag. It's all about having swag!


Oh you the kid, I'm Joseph Kony
You're a minor, while I am Joseph Kony - a notorious war criminal known for abducting children to become soldiers.


Chip off the block, it's puffy socks in my Saucony
I am following in my family's footsteps, wearing puffy socks inside my Saucony shoes.


I touch stock, she suck cock, She dancing Secret Sundays and I'm 'bout to pray
I invest in the stock market and she performs sexual acts. She works at the Secret Sundays strip club while I'm about to pray (engage in sexual activity).


I'm smoking dope, I'm smoking dope, She got that magical vaginal let me hocus poke
I am smoking marijuana while she has an enticing vagina which makes me want to engage in sexual activity with her.


Row, row, row my boat gently down your stream
Let's have sex while gently moving back and forth, similar to rowing a boat on a stream.


She into Alexander McQueen but she ain't met the king
She admires Alexander McQueen's fashion designs but she is not familiar with the person labeled the king of rap.


(Soulo, SOULO, Soulo, SOULO) kiss the fucking ring ho
I am reminding you to respect me by repeating my name and acknowledging my power.


TDE we got the belt, "hold it down if nothin else"
Top Dawg Entertainment is the current champion and we must maintain our status.


And this is my new single, cut the cheese it's bout to melt
I am promoting my latest song and it's hot like melted cheese.


Lean in my cup, pinky up like Dr. Evil
I am drinking a concoction that makes me lean and my pinky is positioned upward like the villainous character Dr. Evil.


Currently we seeing deeds like Adam Sandler
Our actions are noteworthy, similar to the characters portrayed by Adam Sandler in his movies.


ScHoolboy Q, OG, and dirty pineapple Fanta
ScHoolboy Q is an Original Gangster, and he drinks pineapple Fanta which has a dirty appearance.


And I ain't never been a motherfucking lick 'less I'm right around the clit Druggys with' hoes, O's and 4²s
I never rob or attack anyone unless they are near the female genitalia. Also, I associate with individuals who indulge in drugs, prostitutes, and narcotics.


I'm smokin dope, yo, could smell it on my clothes, SOPA tryna censor internet, we tryna get this dough
I am smoking marijuana, and you can detect its aroma on my attire. Meanwhile, SOPA is attempting to censor the internet, but we are focused on making money.


I said look back at me when you hit the pole, Swag's so mean, on them fucking hoes
I instructed the stripper to face me while dancing on the pole, and my style is so impressive that it attracts numerous women.


Oh that's your bitch? Well bruh she on me, I made her lick my sack, then work the top, then fuck the homies
I am informing you that your female companion is currently interested in me. Additionally, she performed oral sex on me, engaged in sexual activity with me, and also had sex with my friends.


Got the block hot, 'cause I sold it off, No I'm not Weezy, bitch I'm weezy from that chronic cough
I am receiving a lot of attention from the neighborhood because I sold drugs. I am not Lil Wayne, but I am experiencing a cough due to excessive marijuana use.


Word around town, SOPA tryna shut it down, How that sound I'm from the underground, They're gonna make me slang a pound
People are talking about how SOPA is attempting to prevent the transmission of information on the internet. I am from the underground scene and this may cause me to sell drugs.


Figg Row (Figg Row) Figg Row (Figg Row), Bitch, what you know about Figg Row (Figg Row)
I am acknowledging the Figg Row gang repeatedly and questioning the woman listening if she is familiar with it.


Smoke it, chewed it, sniff it, smell it, Inhale it, sip it, whatever, Just mix dope with your flavor uh, uh, uh, yeah
You can consume marijuana in various ways, such as smoking, chewing, sniffing or smelling it. You can also inhale or drink it, the choice is yours. It is all about mixing the substance with your preferred flavor.


In interviews they always asking me about a lisp, Knowing damn well I'm looking like I'm slinging bricks, Ever seen an ex-student get a half a ticket, Think I'm lying? just ask Jimmy, that check was mine to...
During interviews, people inquire about my supposed speech impediment, when in reality, I appear to be selling drugs. Have you ever seen a previous student receive half a ticket? If you don't believe me, ask Jimmy; that money was rightfully mine.


Soulo ho! Groovy Q! I'm high as fuck, look at me too, Won't pass the weed, but I'll pass a bitch
I am acknowledging Soulo and Groovy Q while also stating that I am extremely intoxicated. Furthermore, I will share my female companions, but not my marijuana.


Fendi on, I might throw a fit, Deadline, hoodie on like Trayvon, Heard it through the grapevine
I may become angry if I cannot wear my Fendi clothes, and I am working hard to meet a deadline. Additionally, I wear a hoodie similar to that of Trayvon Martin. I heard this information from a reliable source.


We got extra pills, lean and shrooms, Life for me is just weed and brews, Don't stop! (Get it, get it) Don't stop! (Get it, get it)
We have excess pills, lean and shrooms. My existence consists of drinking beer and smoking marijuana. Keep it going, don't stop!


Don't stop! (Get it, get it) Don't stop! (Get it, get it), Don't stop! (Get it, get it, get it, get it), Don't stop! (Get it, get it) Don't stop! (Get it, get it), Don't stop! (Get it, get it, get it, get it, get get)
Continue to keep the party going, don't stop! Keep dancing, keep having a good time!


(Soulo taught me)
I am acknowledging that Soulo has taught me important life lessons.




Contributed by Daniel V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
To comment on or correct specific content, highlight it

Genre not found
Artist not found
Album not found
Song not found
Comments from YouTube:

@JdEnigma07

I remember when this was uploaded.. time flies. Miss this era. Who would’ve guessed how much the rap game would change.
S/o to everyone who was fucking with TDE/A$AP/Pro Era back then.

@KiDDAnt22

Same i miss my backpack real hip hop phase

@tommieroberts4422

Fr

@chancefowler8666

Anything Ab-Soul and Q collab is the shit. Lyrically, and it's funny too. Shouts out to TDE

@kai311returns

"Are you the kid, Im Joseph Kony. daaaaaaamn.

@JQUE94

Harsh but clever

@K3llyj0hn

This isn't the best song on Control System, but it's my favorite. The energy on this track is undeniable, sounds live every time I play it!

@417hzAday

I've only ever heard a floridian use the term live to describe how good something is. Where you stay?

@taichou_tre3919

@@417hzAday that’s used all over the south 😂

@HawkAhriman

"oh you the kid? I'm Joseph Kony." never gets old.

More Comments

More Versions