Prankster
Afu-Ra Lyrics


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Back in the days, I never snatched pocket books
I just snatch your mind up with the flow and the hook
That's right, be on alert, comin' faster
Corny MC's, body snatcher with the rapture
Dismember your body like I was a raptor
Pluck your eyes out, so you can't see my laughter

Don't care how many gold and platinum plaques you got
I put my foot in your ass up in the spot
A beast break necks, that's right, you couldn't sit through
I'm bone crushin' on the mic like a Pitbull
Foamin' at the mouth, ferocious to start again

Rockin' hard body cardigan with the Timberlands
PF drop the beat, Afu drop the grammar
Was swift with the gift, old school like cold bangers
The five mic slangin', head bangin', chitty, chitty bang bangin'
Name your whole rap crew like I'm gang bangin'

You ain't no gangsta rapper, you'se an amateur
I seen you back in the days, they used to laugh at you
You ain't no gangsta, nigga, you just a poser
I grab the mic and do it like it's supposed to

You ain't no gangsta, nigga, you just a wanksta
I schooled you back in the days, you just a prankster
You ain't no gangsta, rapper, you'se an amateur
I saw you back in the days, they used to laugh at you

Am I brother's keeper? Don't get swept beneath the rug
Stomp these posers out like they water bugs
Tired of these rappers with these ice mugs
Claimin' that they spitting slugs but they spitting duds

Tired of these fake thugs, that's lighter than feathers
With all that nonsense, they puttin' together, screamin', "Murder, murder"
I thought they would of learned from Biggie and 2Pac
That you can bring to life, what you spittin' in your art

You ain't no gangsta, nigga, you'se a wanksta
I schooled you back in the days, you just a prankster
You ain't no gangsta, rapper, you'se an amateur
I saw you back in the days, they used to laugh at ya

It's Mr. Spectacular, tacular
'Bout to swat that ass out the sky like he gammara
The flex of ego on your little pedestals
In front of your people, now what you wanna do?

You ain't no gangsta rapper, you'se an amateur
I seen you back in the days, they used to laugh at you
You ain't no gangsta, nigga, you just a poser
I grab the mic and do it like it's supposed to

You ain't no gangsta, nigga, you just a wanksta
I schooled you back in the days, you just a prankster
You ain't no gangsta, rapper, you'se an amateur
I saw you back in the days, they used to laugh at you

You can't stop this hard rock, rock, ready to rock this
I got lyrical ability to bring you hot shit
I swat so many cats, it's rainin' birds
'Cause I'm cold as ice, forget the ice in ya watch, kid

Spit more flames than the back of a rocket
Mic check, one, two, linin' up my targets
I be the mad man in front of the cam
That be stealin' ya fans, yup, up on the red carpet

Make more connections than Nextel, ring the bell
My first connection, make you fuckin' lips swell
Make more noise than a terrorist attack
I'm dangerous like anthrax, my voice burn up the wax

Against the way, I put myself up on the map
I'm a dope MC, I put the squeeze on the dope tracks
Body care free on the dope tracks
A hundred 'round banana clip, leave you where you at

You ain't no gangsta rapper, you'se an amateur
I seen you back in the days, they used to laugh at you
You ain't no gangsta, nigga, you just a poser
I grab the mic and do it like it's supposed to

You ain't no gangsta, nigga, you just a wanksta
I schooled you back in the days, you just a prankster




You ain't no gangsta, rapper, you'se an amateur
I saw you back in the days, they used to laugh at you

Overall Meaning

The song "Prankster" by Afu-Ra is a classic hip hop track that showcases the artist's lyrical skills and no-nonsense approach. The opening lines of the song refer to the artist's ability to capture the listener's attention with his flow and hook, instead of resorting to cheap tricks like snatching pocketbooks. The rest of the song is essentially a challenge to other rappers who claim to be gangsters but are really just amateurs or posers. Afu-Ra identifies himself as a real gangsta rapper who can back up his claims with his hard-hitting lyrics and delivery.


The song also touches on several themes that are common in hip hop, such as the importance of staying true to oneself and not getting swept under the rug. The artist drops several references to other iconic rappers like Biggie and 2Pac, highlighting their influence on his own art.


Overall, "Prankster" is a great example of Afu-Ra's lyrical prowess and biting social commentary. It's a song that challenges the listener to think critically about the root of gangsta rap and the often-false claims of authenticity that are associated with it.


Line by Line Meaning

Back in the days, I never snatched pocket books
Back in the days, I never stole from people. Instead, I captivated their mind with the beats and lyrics of my music.


I just snatch your mind up with the flow and the hook
My music is so good that it captures people's attention and imagination.


That's right, be on alert, comin' faster
I am confident in my skills and warn others to be ready for what I have in store.


Corny MC's, body snatcher with the rapture
Other rappers are pale in comparison to my skills and ability to captivate audiences with my flow and lyrics.


Dismember your body like I was a raptor
My skills are so fierce that I can metaphorically tear apart other rappers with my words and music.


Pluck your eyes out, so you can't see my laughter
Even after defeating other rappers with my skills, I don't take joy in their loss - instead, I want to improve and make them better.


Don't care how many gold and platinum plaques you got
I don't care about others' success or accolades, and instead focus on my own skills and craft.


I put my foot in your ass up in the spot
If someone tries to bring me down, I will quickly put them in their place and assert my dominance.


A beast break necks, that's right, you couldn't sit through
My music and skills are so energetic and powerful that they leave others reeling and unable to keep up.


I'm bone crushin' on the mic like a Pitbull
My music is hard-hitting and intense, like a Pitbull's bite.


Foamin' at the mouth, ferocious to start again
I am always eager to create and share my music with the world, and my passion for it never dies down.


Rockin' hard body cardigan with the Timberlands
I have my own unique style and fashion sense, which reflects my personality and individuality.


PF drop the beat, Afu drop the grammar
I work with others to create great music and lyrics, and we each bring our own specialties to the table.


Was swift with the gift, old school like cold bangers
My skills are timeless and classic, and I bring a fresh perspective to old-school hip-hop.


The five mic slangin', head bangin', chitty, chitty bang bangin'
My music is so good that it deserves the highest praise and recognition from critics and fans alike, and it makes people want to dance and move their heads to the beat.


Name your whole rap crew like I'm gang bangin'
I am confident in my skills and ability to take on and defeat entire rap crews with the strength of my music alone.


You ain't no gangsta rapper, you'se an amateur
Other rappers who claim to be gangstas are actually just amateurs compared to my skills and experience.


I seen you back in the days, they used to laugh at you
Other rappers who now claim to be gangstas used to be laughed at and disrespected in the past.


You ain't no gangsta, nigga, you just a poser
Others who claim to be gangstas are actually just pretending and don't have the real cred or experience to back it up.


I grab the mic and do it like it's supposed to
I have the true skills and talent to create great music and lyrics, and I do it with confidence and purpose.


You ain't no gangsta, nigga, you just a wanksta
Others who claim to be gangstas are not actually tough or intimidating - they're just posers and fakes.


I schooled you back in the days, you just a prankster
In the past, others who now claim to be gangstas were actually just jokesters and not taken seriously.


Am I brother's keeper? Don't get swept beneath the rug
I am always aware of and concerned for the well-being of others, and I won't let anyone be overlooked or ignored.


Stomp these posers out like they water bugs
I won't tolerate or allow others to pretend to be something they're not - I will call them out and expose their fakery.


Tired of these rappers with these ice mugs
I am tired of other rappers who only care about their superficial image and material possessions, rather than the quality of their music.


Claimin' that they spitting slugs but they spitting duds
Other rappers who claim to be tough and violent in their lyrics are actually just creating weak and ineffective music.


Tired of these fake thugs, that's lighter than feathers
I am fed up with other rappers who pretend to be tough and menacing, but in reality, they are nothing more than weak and powerless.


With all that nonsense, they puttin' together, screamin', "Murder, murder"
These fake thugs are creating meaningless and senseless lyrics that glorify violence and death, which I find distasteful and wrong.


I thought they would of learned from Biggie and 2Pac
I am disappointed that these fake thugs haven't learned from the tragic deaths of legendary rappers Biggie and 2Pac, and continue to glorify violence.


That you can bring to life, what you spittin' in your art
I believe that the words and music that rappers create have a real impact on the world and can even influence people's actions and behavior.


It's Mr. Spectacular, tacular
I am confident in my skills and ability to create great music and lyrics - I am truly spectacular.


'Bout to swat that ass out the sky like he gammara
I am ready to take on and defeat other rappers who claim to be tough and intimidating, and I won't let them get in my way.


The flex of ego on your little pedestals
Other rappers who try to act tough and intimidating are really just showing off their own arrogance and ego.


In front of your people, now what you wanna do?
I challenge other rappers to prove themselves and their skills in front of their fans and peers, rather than just pretending to be something they're not.


You can't stop this hard rock, rock, ready to rock this
My music is unstoppable and powerful, and I am always ready to create and share it with the world.


I got lyrical ability to bring you hot shit
My skills and talent as a rapper are unmatched, and my music is always fresh and exciting.


I swat so many cats, it's rainin' birds
I am so good at defeating other rappers that it causes a ripple effect and even affects their fans and followers.


'Cause I'm cold as ice, forget the ice in ya watch, kid
My skills and talent are as cold and hard as ice, and nothing can distract from or depreciate their value or impact.


Spit more flames than the back of a rocket
My lyrics and music are so energetic and intense that they feel like they could power a rocket into space.


Mic check, one, two, linin' up my targets
I am always preparing and getting ready to create new music and take on new challenges and competitors.


I be the mad man in front of the cam
I am not afraid to be myself and express my true self in front of the camera or in my music.


That be stealin' ya fans, yup, up on the red carpet
My music and personality are so compelling that I not only attract fans, but I steal them away from other rappers who are less talented and appealing.


Make more connections than Nextel, ring the bell
My influence and reach are greater than even large corporations and businesses, and I make a significant impact on the world of music.


My first connection, make you fuckin' lips swell
My music and lyrics are so good that they leave others speechless and in awe, unable to even speak properly.


Make more noise than a terrorist attack
My music is so impactful and influential that it can make a bigger impression and impact than even the most dramatic and newsworthy events.


I'm dangerous like anthrax, my voice burn up the wax
My music is so powerful and intense that it can cause real physical and emotional reactions in listeners, and it leaves a lasting impression on their minds and souls.


Against the way, I put myself up on the map
I am not afraid to go against the grain and create music that is unique and innovative, and this has helped me make a name for myself in the music industry.


I'm a dope MC, I put the squeeze on the dope tracks
My skills as a rapper are exceptional, and I bring a unique and powerful sound to each and every track I create.


Body care free on the dope tracks
I am confident and comfortable in my own skin, and that comes through in my music and lyrics.


A hundred 'round banana clip, leave you where you at
My skills as a rapper are so strong and impactful that I could take on even entire rap crews and come out victorious.




Lyrics © THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC.
Written by: Aaron Phillip, F. Rovira

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