The first single from B.o.B's second album is Strange Clouds. It features Lil Wayne and according to the Strange Clouds Songfacts, it "is 3 minutes 47 seconds of bass heavy bragging.". The song was released on October 3, 2011.
Curtis Snow Speaks
B.o.B Lyrics
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This the real curtis snow, you know what I mean?
From the real bluff, you know what I mean?
If you ain’t heard of them you might seen snow & the bluff the movie
If you ain’t, you need to go fuck with it
It’s on itunes, it’s on netflix
It’s that wal-mart, it’s a bootleg
It’s all over the world, you know what I mean?
They tried to hide this shit but we gon show ‘em
This how the shit real go in the street
You can talk about it but we live about it for real for real
Fuck with my nigga B. O. B man, 100% man
D4l came to the hood, you know what I mean? Shot a video for real for real
This how we do it man
One of the most dangerous neighborhoods in the world for real for real
B. O. B doing his thing, you know what I mean?
If you ain’t down with this shit, get ran over by this shit
You know what I mean? Fuck you, whoever you is
We ballin’ out this one for real for real
In B.o.B's song Curtis Snow Speaks, the rapper opens with an introduction from Curtis Snow, a real-life figure from the crime-ridden neighborhood of The Bluff in Atlanta, Georgia. The introduction is an invitation to audiences to watch the documentary Snow on Tha Bluff on either iTunes or Netflix. The documentary is a window into the dangers and struggles of life in The Bluff. Snow goes on to assert that the film tells the real story of what goes on in the street.
The lyrics then shift to an endorsement of B.o.B and D4L, a hip-hop group from Atlanta, who have shot a music video in The Bluff. The endorsement is not just that of a casual fan, but of someone who has experienced the brutality of life on the street. There is an underlying message that the authenticity of the music and the movie is rooted in the real-life experiences of those who make them. Snow implores listeners to take the music seriously and to understand that it is not just entertainment, but a reflection of a very harsh reality.
The song's lyrics and Curtis Snow's monologue set the tone for what to expect from B.o.B's music. The rapper self-describes as a product of the streets and someone who has lived through all of the tenets of the hip-hop lifestyle, from street fights to drug culture. The song sheds a light on the kind of violence and social issues that often go ignored in the mainstream media. The message of the song is that there is a harsh truth to be told, and B.o.B is the messenger.
Line by Line Meaning
Let’s do it man
Let's proceed with the talk, action or event.
This the real curtis snow, you know what I mean?
I am actually Curtis Snow, from the real Bluff; I hope you comprehend what I am saying.
From the real bluff, you know what I mean?
I hail from the actual Bluff neighborhood, and I hope that you understand me.
If you ain’t heard of them you might seen snow & the bluff the movie
If you haven't heard of the Bluff neighborhood, you might have watched the movie called Snow on Tha Bluff.
If you ain’t, you need to go fuck with it
If you haven't, you should try watching that movie or relating with the Bluff neighborhood
It’s on itunes, it’s on netflix
The movie is available on iTunes and Netflix
It’s that wal-mart, it’s a bootleg
The movie is also sold as a bootleg copy in Walmart stores.
It’s all over the world, you know what I mean?
The movie has become famous worldwide as a result of its storyline.
It’s some real shit man that need to be seen, know what I’m talkin bout?
The story depicts real-life situations that need to be understood by everybody.
They tried to hide this shit but we gon show ‘em
Some people tried to hide or discredit the movie, but we will showcase its authenticity.
This how the shit real go in the street
This is exactly how most events occur in the street and our neighborhood.
You can talk about it but we live about it for real for real
You might talk about these happenings, but we experience and live them every day.
Fuck with my nigga B. O. B man, 100% man
Support my friend B.O.B completely, and you will not regret it.
D4l came to the hood, you know what I mean? Shot a video for real for real
The group D4L came to our neighborhood and shot a real video.
This how we do it man
This is exactly how our neighborhood operates or runs things.
One of the most dangerous neighborhoods in the world for real for real
Bluff neighborhood is notorious for being one of the most hazardous communities in the world.
B. O. B doing his thing, you know what I mean?
B.O.B is doing his part, and I hope you understand.
If you ain’t down with this shit, get ran over by this shit
If you are not supportive of this cause, step aside or deal with the consequences.
You know what I mean? Fuck you, whoever you is
You are aware of what I mean, so don't even try to dispute it. And, by the way, whatever you are, fuck you.
We ballin’ out this one for real for real
We celebrate ourselves, or we appreciate the authenticity of the events and circumstances displayed in the movie.
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