Air Bender
B.o.B Lyrics


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Too real
Yeah, Yeah

Rush hour, fresh out the dealership
Me and my homies eat gefilte fish
I ain't even worried about a silly bitch
Tell the feds chill with the censorship
Members only, I'm the only member with a membership
Trying real hard not to conversate with pessimists
Who always want to see you fall down like The London Bridge
Same song sung by a bunch of kids, can I live?
Tabloids watching which crib
Competition and the bitches got my name on they lips
Takin' shots like 1 8 7 is they favorite offense
Real dawg, should've came with a fence
Smokin' tree, baby I could pitch you a tent
A lot of windows don't be selfish baby call you a friend
I should make 'em box for Benihana, wake up in the mornin' feed em left over Benihana
Eatin' sushi off her body no karate I'm the [?]
3 ninjas, Tum Tum, Colt, & Rocky
Bloodsport Van Damme
Polo can't manage
Even with my eyes shut, I would never take damage.(Too Real)
You should build a room for the panic
Switch my whole style up
Capoeira fight dancing
Not to say I'm Bobby gettin' fancy
I should probably change my name to Jamie
Soo Young lead me in a winehouse
Juntao kidnap her, throw her in the 'cedes
Now the asian enjoyin them some dim sum
You don't know about it need to get one
How the car new but the rims young?
You got the foreign whip? So what I'm on my 10th one

Yeah, niggas we deep in this bitch, right?
Stacking on them niggas like 'Jitsu
I'm a Great White you're fish food
We should talk face to face like men do
But you too used to makin' moves how a bitch move
Probably wear the same pad that your bitch use
I'm just tryna show you what you been through
Spinnin' in the same circle like a rim do
Og in the game, strokes beard like Rick Rub'
Tokyo, they whippin' in the caddy, we can drift too
When I drift through, bad bitch mixed with hindu
She got every shoe except issues
Bag full of money, MAC makeup and a Shih Tzu
Or sake shots for my little Geisha
She'd rather die than give up our location
She gone turn to Chun-Li in any altercation
I ain't gon lie that kinda turn me on, fuck her in the 'cedes
Jitsu, Jitsu, Jitsu, Jitsu

This is only the beginning, the road gets tougher,
Now that you're a ninja, and if I told you that,




I guess it would ruin the moment
So I'll tell you later

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Air Bender" by B.o.B delve into various themes and concepts throughout four distinct paragraphs. The song starts off with a boastful tone, as B.o.B confidently expresses his success and dismisses any negativity or distractions from others. He mentions rushing through life like a busy city commute, eating gefilte fish with his friends, and not being concerned with trivial matters or disrespectful people. B.o.B also references his exclusive status by being the only member with a membership, emphasizing his individuality and exclusivity.


The second paragraph continues the theme of resilience and staying true to oneself. B.o.B highlights his determination not to engage in negative conversations with pessimists. He illustrates their desire to see him fail, comparing it to the falling of the London Bridge. B.o.B questions why they can't let him live and pursue his dreams peacefully. He also mentions the attention he receives from tabloids and the competitive nature of both music and romantic relationships, with people gossiping about him. B.o.B asserts that he remains unscathed and unaffected by their words, demonstrating his strength and resilience.


In the third paragraph, B.o.B shifts his focus to his love life and personal relationships. Using clever wordplay, he suggests that he could provide a luxurious lifestyle for a romantic partner, referencing the high-end restaurant Benihana. B.o.B showcases his ability to provide comfort and security for others, mentioning that he can even pitch them a tent and make them his friend. He emphasizes his versatility and playful nature by referring to himself as the singer from the movie "3 Ninjas" and comparing himself to action movie star Jean-Claude Van Damme. B.o.B's confidence shines through as he brags about his ability to navigate through life without taking any damage.


The final paragraph takes a different direction, with B.o.B discussing relationships and connections on a deeper level. He references different cultures and geographical locations, using them as metaphors for the people involved. B.o.B mentions a winehouse and an Asian woman, demonstrating his appreciation for different ethnicities and their customs. He alludes to the video game character Chun-Li, known for her strength and tenacity, and expresses his admiration for such determination. B.o.B concludes the song by reflecting on the journey ahead, acknowledging that it may be challenging but promising that there is much more to come.


Overall, "Air Bender" showcases B.o.B's confidence, resilience, and versatility. The lyrics touch upon themes of success, relationships, individuality, and embracing diversity.


Line by Line Meaning

Too real
Authentic and genuine


Rush hour, fresh out the dealership
In a hurry, just got a new car


Me and my homies eat gefilte fish
My friends and I share unique experiences


I ain't even worried about a silly bitch
I am not bothered by trivial matters or people


Tell the feds chill with the censorship
Requesting authorities to relax their control


Members only, I'm the only member with a membership
Part of an exclusive group, the sole official member


Trying real hard not to conversate with pessimists
Making an effort to avoid negative people


Who always want to see you fall down like The London Bridge
Those who derive satisfaction from others' failures


Same song sung by a bunch of kids, can I live?
Tired of hearing repetitive and childish discussions, seeking freedom


Tabloids watching which crib
Media scrutiny on one's residence


Competition and the bitches got my name on they lips
Rivals and women gossiping about me


Takin' shots like 1 8 7 is they favorite offense
Enemies constantly attacking, as if it's their preferred strategy


Real dawg, should've came with a fence
True friend should offer protection and loyalty


Smokin' tree, baby I could pitch you a tent
If you want to smoke marijuana, I can provide a comfortable place


A lot of windows don't be selfish baby call you a friend
If you open up and share, I won't be selfish and consider you a true friend


I should make 'em box for Benihana, wake up in the mornin' feed em left over Benihana
I should make them fight for a meal, treating them poorly


Eatin' sushi off her body no karate I'm the [?]
Intimate and sensual act, feeling powerful


3 ninjas, Tum Tum, Colt, & Rocky
Referring to a group of friends as a trio of talented individuals


Bloodsport Van Damme
Comparing oneself to a skilled and resilient fighter


Polo can't manage
Brand Polo cannot handle my style or lifestyle


Even with my eyes shut, I would never take damage.
No matter the circumstances, I remain strong and unaffected


You should build a room for the panic
To handle stressful situations, one should create a safe space


Switch my whole style up
Completely change my appearance or approach


Capoeira fight dancing
Engaging in a stylized form of martial arts combat


Not to say I'm Bobby gettin' fancy
Indicating that he is not trying to show off unnecessarily


I should probably change my name to Jamie
Considering adopting a different identity


Soo Young lead me in a winehouse
A woman named Soo Young guides him in a situation involving alcohol


Juntao kidnap her, throw her in the 'cedes
Describing a fictional scenario where someone named Juntao kidnaps a woman and puts her in a Mercedes car


Now the asian enjoyin them some dim sum
An Asian person is currently enjoying a traditional dish called dim sum


You don't know about it need to get one
If someone doesn't know about something, they should experience it


How the car new but the rims young?
Questioning the age difference between the car and its expensive rims


You got the foreign whip? So what I'm on my 10th one
Not impressed by someone's foreign luxury car, as the artist owns multiple


Yeah, niggas we deep in this bitch, right?
Confirming that they are a large group present


Stacking on them niggas like 'Jitsu
Outnumbering and overwhelming others


I'm a Great White you're fish food
Asserting dominance, comparing himself to a predator and others to prey


We should talk face to face like men do
Suggesting a direct and mature conversation


But you too used to makin' moves how a bitch move
Accusing someone of being manipulative and sneaky


Probably wear the same pad that your bitch use
Insulting someone by suggesting they share hygiene products with their partner


I'm just tryna show you what you been through
Attempting to make someone understand their own experiences


Spinnin' in the same circle like a rim do
Stuck in a repetitive cycle or environment


Og in the game, strokes beard like Rick Rub'
Being an experienced player, invoking the image of a wise and influential figure


Tokyo, they whippin' in the caddy, we can drift too
Referring to Tokyo's car culture where people race and drift their Cadillacs


When I drift through, bad bitch mixed with hindu
When he confidently moves through a space, he encounters an attractive and exotic woman


She got every shoe except issues
This woman owns a wide variety of shoes but lacks personal problems


Bag full of money, MAC makeup and a Shih Tzu
Describing a woman carrying cash, makeup, and a small dog breed


Or sake shots for my little Geisha
Having Japanese rice wine shots for a woman resembling a traditional entertainer


She'd rather die than give up our location
Indicating the loyalty and commitment of a person who would protect their whereabouts at any cost


She gone turn to Chun-Li in any altercation
In confrontational situations, she will transform into a fierce and skilled fighter like Chun-Li


I ain't gon lie that kinda turn me on, fuck her in the 'cedes
The singer finds this quality enticing and expresses sexual desire


This is only the beginning, the road gets tougher
The journey has just started, and challenges lie ahead


Now that you're a ninja, and if I told you that
Since the listener has reached a higher level of skill and knowledge, revealing the truth might spoil the moment


I guess it would ruin the moment
Keeping the information to maintain the current atmosphere, not wanting to disrupt it


So I'll tell you later
Choosing to share the information at a later time




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Written by: Bobby Ray Simmons

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Intro]
Too real
Yeah, Yeah


[Verse 1]
Rush hour, fresh out the dealership
Me and my homies eat gefilte fish
I ain't even worried about a silly bitch
Tell the feds chill with the censorship
Members only, I'm the only member with a membership
Trying real hard not to conversate with pessimists
Who always want to see you fall down like The London Bridge
Same song sung by a bunch of kids, can I live?
Tabloids watching which crib
Competition and the bitches got my name on they lips
Takin' shots like 1 8 7 is they favorite offense
Real dawg, should've came with a fence
Smokin' tree, baby I could pitch you a tent
A lot of windows don't be selfish baby call you a friend
I should make 'em box for Benihana, wake up in the mornin' feed em left over Benihana
Eatin' sushi off her body no karate I'm the inter-sake
3 ninjas, Tum Tum, Colt, & Rocky
Bloodsport Van Damme
Polo can't manage
Even with my eyes shut, I would never take damage.(Too Real)
You should build a room for the panic
Switch my whole style up
Capoeira fight dancing
Not to say I'm Bobby gettin' fancy
I should probably change my name to Jamie
Soo Young lead me in a winehouse
Juntao kidnap her, throw her in the 'cedes
Now the asian enjoyin them some dim sum
You don't know about it need to get one
How the car new but the rims young?
You got the foreign whip? so what I'm on my 10th one


[Verse2]
Yeah, niggas we deep in this bitch, right?
Stacking on them niggas like 'Jitsu
I'm a Great White you're fish food
We should talk face to face like men do
But you too used to makin' moves how a bitch move
Probably wear the same pad that your bitch use
I'm just tryna show you what you been through
Spinnin' in the same circle like a rim do
OG in the game, strokes beard like Rick Rub'
Tokyo, they whippin' in the caddy, we can drift too
When I drift through, bad bitch mixed with hindu
She got every shoe except issues
Bag full of money, MAC makeup and a Shih Tzu
Or sake shots for my little Geisha
She'd rather die than give up our location
She gone turn to Chun-Li in any altercation
I ain't gon lie that kinda turn me on, fuck her in the 'cedes
Jitsu, Jitsu, Jitsu, Jitsu


[Outro]
This is only the beginning, the road gets tougher, now that you're a ninja, and if I told you that, I guess it would ruin the moment
So I'll tell you later



All comments from YouTube:

@fancyflowz

Moment of silence for those who’ve yet to hear this masterpiece. Everything from the beat to the lyrics is ahead of its time. Timeless. . . this shall remain.

@xDragonLight

THIS SHOULD HAVE OVER MILLIONS OF VIEWS!!!πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯

@peaceandwealthseeker4504

xDragonLight 9 right they suppressed for spreading truth in his music trust me it probably does

@ezradaiquiri11311

Bobby Ray got black listed for telling the truth in his songs. RIP dave chapelle πŸ‘πŸ‘. Eric Dubay all day πŸ’ͺ

@MambaZay

The GOAT Bobby Ray back at it again. Underrated/Suppressed AF! I don't see how ppl cannot like this man's music

@MrPriceo0

There is only one GOAT, and its not bobby ray,

@advancedtheories1332

Nikeairon24 He ain't the GOAT he's my 2nd fav rapper but so so so many rappers in the game could body BoB

@adamnoyb7853

Cade Kennedy Fucc no they couldn't nobody is as versatile as Bobby. he sing he rap he plays instruments. u crazy b.o.b is the goat bitch

@ShizzieShizz73

Zombies don't know real music...

@solohere5608

This is probably my favorite song right now. Beat is insane. Lyrics on point. Definitely should have millions of views. Thanks for the Art B.o.B.

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