Bobby Ray Simmons (born November 15, 1988 in Decatur, Georgia, USA), better… Read Full Bio ↴Bobby Ray Simmons (born November 15, 1988 in Decatur, Georgia, USA), better known by his stage name B.o.B, is a Grammy Award-nominated American rapper, singer, producer and conspiracy theorist, signed to T.I.'s Grand Hustle Label and Atlantic Records. In 2007 he released his debut EP, Eastside, and has since released another EP, 12th Dimension, and five mixtapes. His debut album, B.o.B Presents The Adventures of Bobby Ray, was released in April 2010 and debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200. The first single from the album, Nothin' on You featuring Bruno Mars, peaked at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album spawned two further hit singles including international smash airplanes and Billboard hit Magic. The album has since been certified Gold by the RIAA for shipments of over 500,000 copies in the US.

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.

Outro
B.o.B Lyrics

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B.A.D is back We're ready to rock better get down
Where do you wanna go Alex? I don't know, ask Ben
What about you Ben? Where do you wanna go?
Wanna go eat? Hah hah hah Ya let's go eat man!!
Break down!!
Cold Noodies?? Cold Noodie is fine
B.A.D is back We're ready to run better get down
B.A.D is back We're ready to run better get down

Overall Meaning

At first glance, the lyrics to B.o.B's song Outro may seem nonsensical and meaningless, but when analyzed closely, a few things can be inferred from it. The song's opening line, "B.A.D is back, we're ready to rock better get down," could refer to B.o.B's re-emergence into the music scene after a hiatus or could be interpreted as a general message to his fans that he's back and ready to put on a show. The subsequent conversation between the three individuals named Alex, Ben, and another unidentified member, where they discuss where to go to eat, indicates a carefree, happy-go-lucky atmosphere. The repeated refrain, "B.A.D is back We're ready to run better get down," further emphasizes the idea of movement and being on the go, possibly suggesting that the group is gearing up for a trip or adventure.

Line by Line Meaning

B.A.D is back We're ready to rock better get down
B.A.D has returned and is ready to perform at a high level, so prepare yourself.

Where do you wanna go Alex? I don't know, ask Ben
One person is unsure of what they want, so they defer to another person for guidance.

What about you Ben? Where do you wanna go?
The previous statement prompts another person to make a decision.

Wanna go eat? Hah hah hah Ya let's go eat man!!
The group ultimately decides to go eat and shares a lighthearted moment about the decision.

Break down!!
This serves as a musical cue for a change in the song's tempo or rhythm.

Cold Noodies?? Cold Noodie is fine
The group is discussing what to eat and someone suggests cold noodles. Ultimately, the group agrees to this suggestion.

B.A.D is back We're ready to run better get down
B.A.D has returned with even greater energy and intensity, so prepare yourself once again.

B.A.D is back We're ready to run better get down
The repetition of this line emphasizes the return of B.A.D and the need for the listener to be ready for their performance.

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