Arslani hosts a talk/variety show The Untitled Action Bronson Show, as well as his travel program Fuck, That's Delicious, on Viceland. His frequent collaborators Meyhem Lauren, The Alchemist, and formerly Big Body Bes are regulars on both of his television series. Mario Batali, Andrew Zimmern, Daniel Boulud, Rick Bayless, Grant Achatz, and others have been guests on his television series. In September 2017, Arslani published his first book, based on his travel show, a cookbook, also entitled Fuck, That's Delicious.
Arslani has also released several mixtapes, such as Rare Chandeliers (2012), with American hip-hop producer The Alchemist and Blue Chips 2 (2013) with longtime producer Party Supplies, before releasing his major label debut, an extended play (EP) titled Saaab Stories, with frequent collaborator Harry Fraud, in 2013. He released his major label debut album, Mr. Wonderful, on March 23, 2015.
Influences
Action Bronson cites as major influences fellow American rappers Kool G Rap, Nas, Cam'ron, Mobb Deep, UGK and the Wu-Tang Clan. Other artists include Michael Jackson, Carlos Santana, Queen as well as Albanian wedding singers.
Rapping style
Bronson frequently raps about food in his songs. He is also well known for his frequent, and often obscure, allusions to athletes and sports teams. Bronson's lyrics often make reference to sports in New York City but also touch on more obscure subjects such as professional wrestlers, bodybuilders, figure skating and sports betting.
Early in his career, Bronson gained recognition for lyrically and stylistically resembling fellow New York rapper Ghostface Killah of Wu-Tang Clan (with whom he collaborated, along with friend and fellow rapper Termanology, on a song called "Meteor Hammer", from the 2011 compilation album Legendary Weapons). Ghostface Killah himself has admitted to confusing Bronson's rapping for his own. In a 2011 interview with HipHopDX, Bronson was asked about how it was to be compared to the Wu-Tang rapper, and he responded with,
Yeah, I mean at the end of the day, it's all good because Ghostface Killah is one of the best rappers alive, so if I sound similar to the best rapper alive then that is fine. To me there is no comparison; he is a legend and I am a newcomer. If I would try and emulate with anyone it would be Kool G Rap, he is the person I look up to the most. I am not upset but at the end of the day I am my own person and no one can take that away from me.
Personal life
Bronson has two children with a former girlfriend. Bronson's current girlfriend gave birth to a son in November 2019.
During the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, Bronson documented his weight loss journey using a combination of diet change and high-intensity interval training. To date he has lost 127 pounds (58 kg).
Midget Cough
Action Bronson Lyrics
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Yeah
It's me
I'm here
Swerve
Light it
[Verse 1: Action Bronson]
I'm on the PCH, smokin' THC
With the team, money be the dream
I take it multicolor baby, it ain't gotta be green
On the other side of earth with the queen, I'm from
Queens
Shit, 3 different types of forks from her Monday lunch
Tammer and punch, higher than a javelin jump
Italian sluts, my whole battalion is nuts
We rock medallions and such
Don't even step within 6 feet of my presence
Leave you open like the desert, Def Leopard, French
Pepper
Did I mention, steer the whip with one arm like Jim
Abbott
Chocolate sauce over dead rabbit
If these opportunities arose before we would've been
Had it
Shorty sniffing haddock in the attic
I been an addict in these streets, in my pants I've
Even shatted
It's sad isn't it? Sadly
Two things about to cop a few rings
And eat paper thin slices of the Blue Ling
Shoot eagles on a Jack Nicklaus course, Porsche with
The triple exhaust
Seats soft like a midget's cough
[Coughs]
Yeah, let's hear that fly shit
[Coughs]
Yeah man
Oh fuck
[Verse 2: Action Bronson]
I never thought that this could be my life
Russian mistress and Parisian wife
Always season rice, the animals you find in the jungle
On the table sculpted and nice
Throw the dice
Leg drop after a big boot
1, 2, 3, it's over, slide in the mint coupe
Dive out the chopper in the water, uh
No splash, Olympic shit
Ayo, the spliff look like a shrimp when it shit
Smoke the shark, Greg Norman shit, me and Robert Horry
In a foreign whip
Motherfucka I was born to live
And born to fuck a lot of pussy without spawning kids
It's me
The song Midget Cough by Action Bronson is a braggadocious rap song in which the artist flaunts his wealth and success. The song starts with the artist smoking THC with his team while driving on the Pacific Coast Highway. He describes his desire for money, which he wants in multiple colors, not just green. He then brags about having been with a queen on the other side of the earth, as he hails from Queens, New York. He then goes on to describe his luxurious lifestyle, including three different types of forks, Italian sluts, and medallions. He warns others not to come within six feet of his presence, and compares his ability to steer a car with one arm to that of baseball player Jim Abbott. He also describes some of his darker experiences, such as being a former addict and shitting in his pants in the streets. The chorus features a sound bite of him coughing, which he jokingly refers to as a “midget’s cough.”
In the second verse, the artist continues to describe his extravagant lifestyle, including having a Russian mistress and Parisian wife, always eating well-prepared rice, and dining on sculpted animals found in the jungle. He brags about his wrestling moves, likening his success to a WWE wrestling match. He also describes diving out of a helicopter, Olympic style, without making a splash. He then goes on to describe smoking “shark” and being in a foreign car with the famous basketball player Robert Horry. The song ends with the artist stating that he was “born to live” and “born to fuck a lot of pussy without spawning kids.”
Overall, the song can be interpreted as a reflection of Action Bronson’s confidence in his lifestyle and personal success. He uses humor, rhymes, and clever wordplay to describe his opulence, while acknowledging the struggles he’s overcome in the past. Though some of the language and imagery in the song may be considered offensive or inappropriate, it showcases the artist’s talent and style as a rapper.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah
Action Bronson begins with a confident assertion of his presence.
It's me
He confirms his identity as the rapper, Action Bronson.
I'm here
Bronson reiterates his presence, further emphasizing his importance.
Swerve
This is a sudden shift in focus, indicating a change in Bronson's mood.
Light it
This line is directed at someone to light a joint, showing that Bronson is ready to relax and smoke.
Yo
Bronson uses a common rap ad-lib to begin his verse.
I'm on the PCH, smokin' THC
Bronson is driving along the Pacific Coast Highway, smoking weed.
With the team, money be the dream
Bronson is with his crew and emphasizes that making money is their goal.
I take it multicolor baby, it ain't gotta be green
Bronson is not only interested in making money, but he's also open to making it through other means besides weed.
On the other side of earth with the queen, I'm from Queens
Bronson references his hometown (Queens) while fantasizing about being with a foreign queen in another part of the world.
Shit, 3 different types of forks from her Monday lunch
Bronson is experiencing the lavish lifestyle of a foreign queen, even noting the different forks she uses for her meals.
Tammer and punch, higher than a javelin jump
Bronson is high and feeling energetic, comparing his high to that of a javelin thrower.
Italian sluts, my whole battalion is nuts
Bronson and his crew are wild and enjoy the company of Italian women.
We rock medallions and such
Bronson and his crew wear flashy jewelry and accessories.
Don't even step within 6 feet of my presence
Bronson is confident and warns others not to approach him too closely.
Leave you open like the desert, Def Leopard, French Pepper
Bronson uses a clever wordplay to describe how vulnerable someone is around him.
Did I mention, steer the whip with one arm like Jim Abbott
Bronson boasts about his driving skills, comparing himself to the one-armed pitcher Jim Abbott.
Chocolate sauce over dead rabbit
This is a graphic and disturbing image that Bronson uses to brag about eating luxurious food.
If these opportunities arose before we would've been had it
Bronson recognizes how lucky he and his crew are to live this lifestyle.
Shorty sniffing haddock in the attic
Bronson's lifestyle involves drug use, even in secret locations like an attic.
I been an addict in these streets, in my pants I've even shatted
Bronson doesn't shy away from his past drug addiction, even admitting to embarrassing moments.
It's sad isn't it? Sadly
Bronson reflects on the dark side of his past and the consequences that come with drug addiction.
Two things about to cop a few rings
Bronson is about to achieve two big accomplishments (possibly in music or his personal life).
And eat paper thin slices of the Blue Ling
Bronson is celebrating his success and will indulge in luxurious food.
Shoot eagles on a Jack Nicklaus course, Porsche with the triple exhaust
Bronson will continue to indulge in luxurious activities, such as golfing and driving an expensive car.
Seats soft like a midget's cough
Finally, Bronson uses this absurd comparison to describe how comfortable the seats in his car are.
I never thought that this could be my life
Bronson reflects on how his current lifestyle is beyond his previous expectations.
Russian mistress and Parisian wife
Bronson fantasizes about being with both a Russian mistress and a Parisian wife, further emphasizing his extravagant lifestyle.
Always season rice, the animals you find in the jungle on the table sculpted and nice
Bronson is living a life where even the food is made to look like a work of art.
Throw the dice, leg drop after a big boot
Bronson references gambling and wrestling moves, indicating that he's willing to take risks.
1, 2, 3, it's over, slide in the mint coupe
Bronson is celebrating his successes and makes the line rhyme to add emphasis to it.
Dive out the chopper in the water, uh, no splash, Olympic shit
Bronson continues to brag about his extravagant, adventurous lifestyle.
Ayo, the spliff look like a shrimp when it shit
Bronson is high and makes a humorous observation about his joint resembling a shrimp.
Smoke the shark, Greg Norman shit, me and Robert Horry in a foreign whip
Bronson continues his wild lifestyle and hangs out with NBA veteran Robert Horry.
Motherfucka I was born to live
Bronson embraces his lifestyle and celebrates it.
And born to fuck a lot of pussy without spawning kids
Bronson brags about his sexual prowess and being able to avoid fatherhood.
It's me
Bronson ends his verse with the same confident assertion of his presence that he began the song with.
Contributed by Ellie I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@kensyre
seats soft like a midget's cough, I love the painting he does with words.
@longliveth6964
witty punchline for real
@aahxzen
I would love to hear Bronson get a whole album or atleast EP with these laid back beats, he just vibes with that so well. His lyricism walks that line between absurd and gritty so well and these beats really let it flow.
@12jewelsfree73
Great description!
@loujeskey9936
Same
@thatstress1
💯 he dope
@jansiz1
Did I mention, I steer the whip with one arm like Jim Abbott
@Izzy7s7
Coming back to Blue Chips 2 for the first time since it came out. Got this track on repeat.
@mikesmith-it6od
Action has such a nice flow in this song... party supplies is so fucken nice with this beat too.
Edit: still here in 2019
@sandman3565
2020