Shimmy
Aminé Lyrics

Ah man, man
Opening line, said as a form of greeting or acknowledgement.

Ah man, man, man, man, man, man
Repetition of the opening line, used to express familiarity or fondness.

What's up?
Casual greeting, asking how things are going.

It's been a whole year, my nigga
Acknowledging the time that has passed since the last album or project.

Let's not front, it's my year, my nigga
Confident statement, claiming that this year is going to be a big one.

I'm here to fuck up your whole career, my nigga
Assertive statement, suggesting that the artist is superior to others in the industry.

Don't play dumb, dummy
Warning not to underestimate the artist's intelligence or abilities.

You what what's the deal, my nigga
Asking what the situation or vibe is like.

A lot of y'all fake flex, nigga
Accusation that some artists are pretending to be more wealthy or successful than they actually are.

That is not your necklace
Calling out someone for wearing fake jewelry.

And that whip ain't yours, nigga
Pointing out that someone is driving a car they don't actually own.

That's the IRS's
Implying that the car is actually owned by the government because of unpaid taxes.

I'm bigger than Texas, me and God text message
Asserting that the artist is highly influential and connected to a higher power.

Y'all see how easy lyin' is
Comment on how some artists are able to deceive others with lies or exaggerations.

It's easy to forget this
Reminder not to be fooled by appearances or false claims.

(Off on a natural charge, bon voyage)
Chant used as a break or transition in the song.

Shimmy shimmy ya, y'all niggas get no applause
Expression of contempt for those who don't measure up or deserve recognition.

I'm lookin' like wealth, so mami wanna menage
Implying that the artist's success makes them attractive to others.

Y'all niggas really hatin'
Observation that some people are envious or resentful of the artist's success.

Get off my dick and my balls
Demand to be left alone and not bothered by haters or detractors.

All y'all niggas ain't worthy
Belief that many others in the industry are not on the same level as the artist.

Y'all don't pay dues
Accusation that some artists haven't earned their success through hard work or dedication.

Y'all niggas pay up and thirsty
Suggesting that some artists are overly eager to pay for attention or success.

You thought you made you an anthem
Criticizing others for thinking they created a memorable or significant song.

But you just sang you a Fergie
Comparing the person's song to an unsuccessful or forgettable one by Fergie.

Too many niggas bitin'
Complaint that too many artists are copying or imitating the artist's style or sound.

I might need me ten attorneys
Joke suggesting that the artist has so many imitators they might need multiple lawyers to deal with them all.

Just 'cause you bought that vintage Margiela
Comment on how some people think they can buy their way into wealth or status with expensive clothing or accessories.

Don't change your flight from Spirit to Delta
Reminder not to act too pretentious or entitled, even if you think you have more money or status than others.

Y'all niggas dress like you just came out the store
Observation that some people only wear trendy or fashionable clothing to impress others, rather than for personal expression or creativity.

I got my groove back like Fella, not Stella
Reference to Nigerian musician Fela Kuti, who is associated with Afrobeat music and dancing, implying that the artist has regained his creative inspiration or energy.

I got verses on verses, man
Proud statement about the artist's lyrical ability and prolific output.

This shit could go all day
Confidence that the artist could keep rapping for a long time without running out of material.

I got a whip that's blacker than the nigga from Allstate
Joke suggesting that the artist's car is so dark and sleek it outshines the black actor who appears in Allstate commercials.

Count your money up, nigga
Encouragement to be financially responsible and aware of one's earnings and expenses.

Do the mathematics
Advice to calculate one's finances and make smart decisions based on the numbers.

That's not 200k
Pointing out that someone's wealth or income is not as high as they claim or think it is.

That's twenty dollars in your pocket
Saying that someone is exaggerating or lying about their financial situation because they are actually quite poor.

It's a cold, cold world that we live in
Observation that the world can be harsh and unforgiving, especially for those who are not wealthy or successful.

I'm shittin' on these niggas
Bold statement of superiority over other artists in the industry.

I make it my mission
Commitment to achieving success and proving oneself in the industry.

The way I kill these niggas
Confident statement about the artist's lyrical ability and performance style.

Send my ass to prison
Acknowledging the risk and potential for negative consequences that come with speaking boldly and confidently in the industry.

I knock a nigga head off, then I'm dippin'
Hypothetical suggestion that the artist could physically harm someone who doesn't measure up or disrespects him.

Splittin'
Abrupt ending of the verse, intended to convey attitude or coolness.

Ooh, baby, I like it raw
Repetition of a phrase from a classic Wu-Tang Clan song, intended to show respect for the group's influence on hip-hop culture.

(Off a natural charge, bon voyage)
Repetition of the chant used previously in the song as a break or transition.

Shimmy shimmy ya, y'all niggas get no applause
Repetition of a previous line, expressing a sense of superiority over others in the industry.

I'm lookin' like wealth, so mami wanna menage
Repetition of a previous line, emphasizing the idea that the artist's success makes him attractive to others.

Y'all niggas really hatin'
Repetition of a previous line, conveying the idea that some in the industry are envious or resentful of the artist's success.

Get off my dick and my balls
Repetition of a previous line, demanding to be left alone by detractors or haters.