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.
What Are We Doing
B.o.B Lyrics
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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
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
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
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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 🔥