Kevin Abstract stated via Twitter that this was one of his favorite songs from “SATURATION II“.
JELLO
BROCKHAMPTON Lyrics
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Do I trust 'em? Probably not
I think that y'all probably fry
I think that my brain is fried
La de da de da de da
Do not turn my volume down
Do not bring your friends around
Only few, I'm holding down
La de da de da de da
Do I trust 'em? Probably not
I think that y'all probably fry
I think that my brain is fried
La de da de da de da
Do not turn my volume down
Do not bring your friends around
Only few, I'm holding down
Hi, I live a wonderful life
Should've died twice but to whom I decide?
Life always better keep it two on the side
Need no music when my niggas arrive
We be in Van Nuys, black man with some white guys
Keep your hand out, waiting for the appropriate time
To ask a question like
"Could you perform at my best friend's birthday party?"
"With your friends, go crazy and just bring the shotty"
Bring the loud one with the blonde hair
Makin' out with Zayn in a lawn chair
They kicked me out but I belong here
Hear these songs nigga, see this long hair, see these videos
Direct these hoes with no budgets though
How the fuck did I land a fucking TV show?
Met all my friends through Kanye West and I ain't met him yet
La de da de da de da
Do I trust 'em? Probably not
I think that y'all probably fry
I think that my brain is fried
La de da de da de da
Do not turn my volume down
Do not bring your friends around
Only few, I'm holding down
Just shaved down to the baby face
Clothes on me, guess it's Holiday
Fried, no sides at the restaurant
My sleep schedule like the power here, it's never on
Feeling like the past year a whole escapade (uh-oh)
Four cars, need a motherfucking Escalade
Pack it up like a clown car (honk, honk)
Bet you know my name from here to Hong Kong, bet I get along
Make some commas, karma, watch 'em sing along
Ayy, err, err, butter knife like dancing on a knuckle
In the thunder car, rocked up in the Lumma
Incidental, I be better by the summer
I be better by the winter, I be hoppin' in the rental
Maybe Tesla for all my missus sitting in the Volvo
Damn, shoot 'em down like, hmm, sorry, do it all here
La de da de da de da
Do I trust 'em? Probably not
I think that y'all probably fry
I think that my brain is fried
La de da de da de da
Do not turn my volume down
Do not bring your friends around
Only few, I'm holding down
La de da de da de da
Do I trust 'em? Probably not
I think that y'all probably fry
I think that my brain is fried
La de da de da de da
Do not turn my volume down
Do not bring your friends around
Only few, I'm holding down
I'm moon-walking on the sun, hot
I used to live where the guns popped
Made some records then we moved out
Turned rap into the new pop
Bandanna, I'm the new Pac
I been blowing up, I can't stop
They need my niggas in the White House
I do business with the white folks
Bring that money back to black folks
Flip it, stimulate the cash flow
Economic, but I speak ebonics
LA turned me to an asshole
I been shopping down on Melrose
Still a nigga but I'm living different
I been looking at the bigger picture
So I don't hear 'em when they talking to me
I just wanna finally fall in love with
Maybe someone I can binge drugs with
Living like a prince but I'm dove-less
Playing my emotions, you a dumb bitch
Everybody talking on some gun shit
They don't even know where the bus sit
Cry nigga, gotta fuckin' kick back
Gotta leave those soft niggas at the kickback
Splittin' all my problems like a Kit-Kat
I finessed the night that we slipped up
I could let you know where I'm next at
Tell my baby girl where the brakes at
You know I got number one pick stats
Catch me on the field, it's a mismatch
More like an eclipse she couldn't miss that
Putting my appearance where my chips at
La de da de da de da
Do I trust 'em? Probably not
I think that y'all probably fry
I think that my brain is fried
La de da de da de da
Do not turn my volume down
Do not bring your friends around
Only few, I'm holding down
La de da de da de da
Do I trust 'em? Probably not
I think that y'all probably fry
I think that my brain is fried
La de da de da de da
Do not turn my volume down
Do not bring your friends around
Only few, I'm holding down
La de da de da de da
La de da la di da, do walla, do (do) walla, (do do) do walla
La de da de da de da
La de da la di da, do walla, do (do) walla, (do do) do walla
La de da de da de da
La de da la di da, do walla, do (do) walla, (do do) do walla
The lyrics to BROCKHAMPTON's "JELLO" provide an insight into the internal struggles of the artists as they navigate their newfound fame and success. The song seems to address the question of trust, as the artist questions whether they can trust their friends and associates. They also express concern about their mental state, with lines such as "I think my brain is fried." The lyrics touch on the artists' experiences with success, their interactions with industry insiders, and their dreams and ambitions.
In the second verse, the artist talks about their journey from their hometown to Los Angeles. They reflect on living a "wonderful life" despite having nearly died twice, and the importance of their friendships in their success. The artist also reflects on the economic impact of their success on their community and the need to empower black-owned businesses.
Overall, "JELLO" showcases BROCKHAMPTON's unique style, blending introspective lyrics with catchy, upbeat melodies, and showcasing a range of influences, from hip-hop to pop.
Line by Line Meaning
La de da de da de da
Life goes on, despite the chaos around me.
Do I trust 'em? Probably not
I don't really know if I can trust these people.
I think that y'all probably fry
I think they're all a little crazy.
I think that my brain is fried
I feel like my own mind is deteriorating.
Do not turn my volume down
Do not stifle my voice or my creativity.
Do not bring your friends around
I'm selective about who I let into my circle.
Only few, I'm holding down
Only a select few are important to me and I will protect them.
Hi, I live a wonderful life
I recognize that I am fortunate despite my struggles.
Should've died twice but to whom I decide?
I've been close to death but it's not up to me when my time is up.
Life always better keep it two on the side
It's important to have a backup plan or something to fall back on.
Need no music when my niggas arrive
The presence of my friends is enough to bring me joy.
Just shaved down to the baby face
I've recently changed my appearance.
Clothes on me, guess it's Holiday
I'm dressed like I'm ready for a vacation.
Fried, no sides at the restaurant
I'm exhausted and can barely function.
My sleep schedule like the power here, it's never on
I have trouble sleeping and my schedule is erratic.
Feeling like the past year a whole escapade (uh-oh)
The past year has been a wild ride.
Four cars, need a motherfucking Escalade
I'm doing well financially and want to upgrade my car.
Pack it up like a clown car (honk, honk)
I have a lot of people with me in my car.
Bet you know my name from here to Hong Kong, bet I get along
I'm famous and well-known around the world.
Make some commas, karma, watch 'em sing along
I'm making a lot of money and people are following my lead.
Ayy, err, err, butter knife like dancing on a knuckle
I'm describing my flow or style of rapping.
In the thunder car, rocked up in the Lumma
I'm describing my car and how it looks.
Incidental, I be better by the summer
I'll be more successful by summertime, not just incidentally.
Maybe Tesla for all my missus sitting in the Volvo
I want to upgrade my car and treat my girlfriends well.
Damn, shoot 'em down like, hmm, sorry, do it all here
I'm saying I handle things efficiently and get things done.
I just wanna finally fall in love with
I want to find a true love and settle down.
Maybe someone I can binge drugs with
I want to find a partner who shares my interests and lifestyle.
Playing my emotions, you a dumb bitch
I'm being played by a woman who isn't good for me.
Everybody talking on some gun shit
Everyone is talking about guns and violence.
They don't even know where the bus sit
These people don't really know what they're talking about.
Cry nigga, gotta fuckin' kick back
I need to relax and take a break.
Gotta leave those soft niggas at the kickback
I must distance myself from people who aren't as tough as me.
Splittin' all my problems like a Kit-Kat
I'm trying to deal with my issues and divide them into smaller parts.
I finessed the night that we slipped up
I handled a situation well when things didn't go according to plan.
I could let you know where I'm next at
I can keep you updated on where I'll be.
Tell my baby girl where the brakes at
I want to protect my girlfriend and keep her safe.
You know I got number one pick stats
I'm saying I'm the best at what I do.
More like an eclipse she couldn't miss that
I'm too great to ignore.
Putting my appearance where my chips at
I'm investing in my physical appearance to succeed.
La de da de da de da
Life goes on, despite the chaos around me.
La de da la di da, do walla, do (do) walla, (do do) do walla
Life goes on, despite the chaos around me.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ameer Vann, Ciaran Mcdonald, Clifford Simpson, Dominique Simpson, Matthew Champion, Romil Hemnani, Russell Boring
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