What Are We Doing
B.o.B Lyrics


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Ey ey ey ey ey
Let's go
How can you judge my path
When you know my path is chosen truss
My bars come through like shuriken and make you jump no shonen rasengan
Family is set in stone friends are carved in after you know
Wearing new gang clothes screaming this is sparta this is sparta
We are what we are
This is what we do uh huh
Check my face im a star woo woo
And we come with that platoon
Got the city on my back you know
When were coming through
It's the new gang bros
Yeah we rolling with the
Crew love
I aint talking all that goon stuff
I dont need to be acting tough
I act enough yeah thats whats up
I just worry bout my income stacking up
So if your on a grind then come stack with us
Rap with us
Yeah jump on the track with us
Join the team with us
It will never be treasonous
Cause we keep the city on our back like a shoulder blade
Now that im getting paid
But you dont know the days
And all the nights I pray
That it would end this way
And I would blow like a live grenade
It's a war zone woo
Better stake your claim
I got a shot so I'm taking aim and when I shoot its safe to say
You disappear like david blaine you disappear like david blaine o my
We are what we are
This is what we do
Check my face im a star
And we come with that platoon
Got the city on my back
When were coming through
It's the new gang bros
Yeah we rolling with the
Arteta with the tactics jheeeze
Causing fire with the matchsticks boom
Ripping all through the plastic eyyy
Lost it now Im frantic let's go
Mob ties
No lies
Co sign
Dont try
Great vine
Take time
Rolling with some sick guys
Low key
Showed me
How to keep it cool like lofi
Switch up the variant loki jheeeze
Dont get to cozy
And dont act like you know me
I'm bringing fire in the booth now it's about to get smokey smokey
Nah this aint kareoke
I'm like a rap god so let's make this holy
And show me
How you pray when I spray spray spray spray
No I dont come to play play play play
Do this like schmit all day day day day
Them im on my way way way way
To give you one wish like im ray j ray j
And I can't convey
How it feels to lay
On a sunnyday
And know my papers straight
My bank accumulates
Like its automated
Now I'm alternating
Between the life I got and the life Im making
Balance my pride and passion on a libra scale
There's no need to fail
I never been to jail
Yeah Im on the right track and I cant derail
All that I inhale
Is the game and I play it well
Good vibes pink garms is what I entail
And I exhale
Excellency
And if you listen closely then I know you'll agree
It's a wrap panini woo




I cut em of like dizzie
And send em back to trizzee

Overall Meaning

In the song "What Are We Doing" by B.o.B, the lyrics explore themes of self-confidence, determination, and staying true to oneself. The artist starts by questioning those who judge his path, asserting that his decisions are already made. He compares his lyrical prowess to shurikens (throwing stars) and references popular anime characters (Shonen Rasengan) to highlight his skill and impact. He emphasizes the importance of family and true friends who are loyal and supportive. As the song progresses, B.o.B expresses his ambition to succeed and build a successful career, focusing on his own growth and financial stability. He invites others who share his drive to join him, promoting collaboration and unity.


Line by Line Meaning

Ey ey ey ey ey
Listen up, pay attention


Let's go
Get ready, it's time to start


How can you judge my path
Why do you criticize the choices I make in life


When you know my path is chosen truss
Because I have already made my decisions and I trust them


My bars come through like shuriken and make you jump no shonen rasengan
My lyrics hit hard like ninja weapons and make you jump with amazement


Family is set in stone friends are carved in after you know
Family bonds are unbreakable, but friends become important later in life


Wearing new gang clothes screaming this is sparta this is sparta
Dressed in new attire, I proclaim my unity like the warriors of Sparta


We are what we are
We embrace our true selves


This is what we do uh huh
This is our lifestyle, you know


Check my face im a star woo woo
Look at me, I'm a celebrity


And we come with that platoon
We arrive as a unified group


Got the city on my back you know
I represent and carry the weight of my city


When were coming through
When we make our presence known


It's the new gang bros
We are the fresh and united crew


Yeah we rolling with the
Yes, we are moving together with


Crew love
A deep bond of love and loyalty within our group


I aint talking all that goon stuff
I'm not speaking about meaningless violence


I dont need to be acting tough
I don't have to pretend to be strong or intimidating


I act enough yeah thats whats up
My actions speak for themselves, that's what matters


I just worry bout my income stacking up
I focus on accumulating wealth


So if your on a grind then come stack with us
If you're working hard, join us and let's build together


Rap with us
Express yourself through rap alongside us


Yeah jump on the track with us
Participate in recording music with us


Join the team with us
Become a member of our group


It will never be treasonous
It's always loyal and trustworthy


Cause we keep the city on our back like a shoulder blade
Just like a strong support, we bear the responsibility for the city's success


Now that im getting paid
Now that I'm earning money


But you dont know the days
But you don't understand the struggles I faced


And all the nights I pray
And all the nights I spent in prayer


That it would end this way
Hoping for the success I am experiencing now


And I would blow like a live grenade
And I would explode into fame and recognition


It's a war zone woo
Life is like a battlefield, full of challenges


Better stake your claim
Assert your presence and establish your position


I got a shot so I'm taking aim and when I shoot its safe to say
I have an opportunity, so I'm aiming for success, and once I achieve it, everyone will know


You disappear like david blaine you disappear like david blaine o my
You vanish without a trace, just like the magician David Blaine


Arteta with the tactics jheeeze
Using Arteta's tactical skills, wow


Causing fire with the matchsticks boom
Creating an explosive and powerful impact


Ripping all through the plastic eyyy
Breaking through the artificial and superficial layers


Lost it now Im frantic let's go
Feeling disoriented and anxious, but still determined to move forward


Mob ties
Connections within a close-knit group


No lies
No deception or falsehoods


Co sign
Approval and support from influential figures


Dont try
Don't attempt to challenge us


Great vine
Spreading rapidly like a vine, attracting attention


Take time
Be patient and wait for the right moment


Rolling with some sick guys
Moving alongside some impressive and talented individuals


Low key
Keeping a low profile


Showed me
They taught me


How to keep it cool like lofi
How to remain calm and composed like lofi music


Switch up the variant loki jheeeze
Change the style and approach unexpectedly, wow


Dont get to cozy
Don't get too comfortable or complacent


And dont act like you know me
Don't pretend to understand me or my experiences


I'm bringing fire in the booth now it's about to get smokey smokey
I'm delivering exceptional and exciting rap performances, making the atmosphere intense


Nah this aint kareoke
No, this is not a casual karaoke session


I'm like a rap god so let's make this holy
I am highly skilled and influential in rap, so let's make this extraordinary


And show me
Prove to me


How you pray when I spray spray spray spray
Demonstrate your devotion when I deliver exceptional rap verses


No I dont come to play play play play
I am serious and fully committed, not here to fool around


Do this like schmit all day day day day
I work hard and dedicate myself to this all day


Them im on my way way way way
Then, I am on my path to success


To give you one wish like im ray j ray j
To grant you a wish like the singer Ray J did


And I can't convey
And I can't express


How it feels to lay
The sensation of resting or relaxing


On a sunnyday
On a bright and joyful day


And know my papers straight
And be confident that my finances and documents are in order


My bank accumulates
My bank account continuously grows


Like its automated
As if it's happening automatically or effortlessly


Now I'm alternating
Now I'm switching or fluctuating


Between the life I got and the life Im making
Between the current state of my life and the future I'm creating


Balance my pride and passion on a libra scale
Manage and weigh my ego and enthusiasm carefully


There's no need to fail
There's no reason to experience failure


I never been to jail
I have never been imprisoned


Yeah Im on the right track and I cant derail
Yes, I'm on the correct path and nothing can stop me


All that I inhale
Everything I absorb or take in


Is the game and I play it well
Referring to the music industry, and I navigate it skillfully


Good vibes pink garms is what I entail
Positive energy and fashionable pink clothing represent who I am


And I exhale
And I release


Excellency
Excellence and outstanding quality


And if you listen closely then I know you'll agree
If you pay careful attention, I'm confident you'll agree


It's a wrap panini woo
It's a conclusion, success, and celebration, like a panini wrap


I cut em of like dizzie
I eliminate or remove them quickly, just like Dizzee Rascal


And send em back to trizzee
And send them back to their origin or hometown




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Lewis Sycamore, Tre Copeland

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Tamika Perkins

One of THEE MOST UNDERRATED ARTISTS AND SONGS

Joe Thompson

Facts

Googie22

b.o.b is awesome. he doesn't limit himself. not only does he rap, he can sing pretty decent and play instruments.. not too many artists have multilply talents or show them off.. let's not be one dimensional. be a rapper that knows how to make beats or a singer that can play an instrument or a rapper that can play an instrument..

Daniel Knight

I love the whole album, Strange Clouds is amazing.

IIESPD00DII

EPIC

Tamika Perkins

October 2019 still 🔥🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ B.O.B. one of the most underrated artists from Atlanta

MissTK_xoxo

This may be one of my favorites :) ♥ #TEAMBoB #EPIC

Lexy D

i LOVE his voice :)

Cole Bailey

I love this song

spiralmanz

SO FIREEEEE 🔥

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