The group released their first mixtape All-American Trash in 2016. Their debut album SATURATION was released on June 9, 2017, followed by SATURATION II on August 25 and SATURATION III on December 15, 2017. On March 30, 2018, BROCKHAMPTON announced that they had signed a record deal under RCA Records.
In the summer of 2018, the group parted ways with vocalist Ameer Vann over accusations of sexual misconduct. Their album which was set for release, titled Puppy, was thrown out after the incident. Three tracks from the album were reworked and released over subsequent weeks throughout the summer, including “1999 Wildfire”, “1998 Truman” and “1997 Diana”
On September 21, 2018, the boyband released their fourth studio album, Iridescence, recorded in London's iconic Abbey Road Studios over ten days. It was their major-label debut, as well as their first album since Ameer Vann's departure following sexual misconduct allegations.
The album marked BROCKHAMPTON's first number-one album, as the album debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 Chart. The album sold 101,000 copies in its first week and was released just weeks before the band embarked on their first tour without ex-member Ameer.
BROCKHAMPTON returned in 2019 which a string of singles, “I Been Born Again”, “If You Pray Right”, “Boy Bye”, and “No Halo”. GINGER is the fifth studio album by American hip-hop collective Brockhampton. It was released on August 23, 2019, through the band's label Question Everything and RCA. It features slowthai, Deb Never, and the band's members.
2020 was the first year since 2016 that they did not officially release a project; instead, Brockhampton began streaming weekly on Twitch and Instagram to DJ and premiere new songs, which would also be posted to and deleted from their YouTube channel regularly. However, none of these songs were officially released on streaming services due to challenges with sample clearance. This era was dubbed "TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES".
In 2021, BROCKHAMPTON returned with their sixth album, Roadrunner: New Light, New Machine, released on April 9th. The singles for the album included “Buzzcut” and “Count On Me”. The album included features from Danny Brown, JPEGMAFIA, A$AP Rocky, A$AP Ferg, SoGone SoFlexy, Charlie Wilson and Baird.
On January 14, 2022, the band announced that they would no longer be performing as a group and would go on indefinite hiatus after their 2022 Coachella performances. On April 16, 2022, during the first of said Coachella performances, BROCKHAMPTON announced a final album that would arrive the same year. The title of this album, The Family, was revealed in late October, and the album was released on November 17, 2022. However, the band announced another surprise follow-up album TM that would release the following day, November 18, 2022.
LISTERINE
BROCKHAMPTON Lyrics
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Me and my dawgs, we on the top still, uh
Swish around like it's Listerine
This bitch is tripping 'cause it's less on me, like
Kiss it, kiss it, ow, kiss it, kiss it, ow
Do you wanna roll me now? You will
Kiss it, kiss it, ow, kiss it, kiss it, ow
Let me know what's happening, guess them niggas back again
This for all my prisoners, specifically my Africans
(?) turn a venue to the Vatican
I'm in my fifth element, inside this vintage acronym
How we do it like this, is the light that this shit baffling
I rip everything I touch, like my last name was Hamilton
What you niggas standing in? That shit look like lanolin
You ain't doing nothing, I am just a mortal man again
Someone call the ambulance, I'm damaging these beats, I get the tramplin'
Moments that we making, everything these niggas sampling
Touch of child abandonment, my ancestors I'm channeling
Break it through the panel and this what my niggas ambled in
That shit they say, you know it's not real, uh
Me and my dawgs, we on the top still, uh
Swish around like it's Listerine
This bitch is tripping 'cause it's less on me, like
Kiss it, kiss it, ow, kiss it, kiss it, ow
Do you wanna roll me now? You will
Kiss it, kiss it, ow, kiss it, kiss it, ow
Ow, ow, ow, ow
Got a dick ting, pull up in a Uber
Take care of me where I can scuba
She said, "Bari you the future"
We popped a pill and now we took a flight straight off to Jupiter
We've seen all kind of things, stars is aligning, man
She kissing all over me, it feel like a candy rain
On top, I feel like a king, busting down the rings
My baby, she love me to death, above and to heaven again
Wake up in the morning and do it again
That shit they say, you know it's not real, uh
Me and my dawgs, we on the top still, uh
Swish around like it's Listerine
This bitch is tripping 'cause it's less on me, like
Kiss it, kiss it, ow, kiss it, kiss it, ow
Do you wanna roll me now? You will
Kiss it, kiss it, ow, kiss it, kiss it, ow
Ow, ow
Southside
The lyrics to BROCKHAMPTON's song "LISTERINE" explore themes of confidence, success, and the pressure to maintain their position at the top. The opening lines suggest that the things people say are not a reflection of reality, highlighting the skepticism towards others' opinions. The lyrics also emphasize the bond between the artist and his friends, expressing their determination to stay on top of the music industry. The line "Swish around like it's Listerine" metaphorically compares their success and dominance to the refreshing and cleansing qualities of the mouthwash. The mention of a "bitch" tripping because it's "less on me" could imply someone being upset or resentful due to the artist's success overshadowing them.
The chorus, with its repeated line "Kiss it, kiss it, ow," can be interpreted as a boastful and playful declaration of their success and desirability. The subsequent lines suggest a sense of invincibility, as if nothing can touch or harm them. The lyrics also reference diverse cultures and experiences, with lines like "This for all my prisoners, specifically my Africans" and "stars is aligning, man," showcasing a global perspective.
Overall, "LISTERINE" showcases the artist's confidence, their ambition to maintain success, and their ability to rise above negativity and criticism from others.
Line by Line Meaning
That shit they say, you know it's not real, uh
The things they talk about, you know it's all lies.
Me and my dawgs, we on the top still, uh
My friends and I are still at the peak of success.
Swish around like it's Listerine
We move around smoothly and effortlessly like rinsing with mouthwash.
This bitch is tripping 'cause it's less on me, like
This girl is upset because I am no longer as available for her.
Kiss it, kiss it, ow, kiss it, kiss it, ow
Give it your all, show me love and affection.
Do you wanna roll me now? You will
Do you want to be a part of my life now? You'll have the opportunity.
Ow, ow, ow
Expressing excitement or pleasure.
Let me know what's happening, guess them niggas back again
Inform me of the current situation, it seems those guys have returned.
This for all my prisoners, specifically my Africans
This is dedicated to all those feeling trapped, particularly those of African descent.
(?) turn a venue to the Vatican
I have the power to elevate any place to a holy level.
I'm in my fifth element, inside this vintage acronym
I am in my own unique element, encapsulated within this classic representation.
How we do it like this, is the light that this shit baffling
The way we operate like this is so mind-bogglingly amazing.
I rip everything I touch, like my last name was Hamilton
I excel in everything I do, just like the famous surname Hamilton.
What you niggas standing in? That shit look like lanolin
Why are you guys stuck in that position? It appears feeble and ineffective.
You ain't doing nothing, I am just a mortal man again
You're not accomplishing anything, while I am merely a human being once more.
Someone call the ambulance, I'm damaging these beats, I get the tramplin'
Send for medical assistance, I am causing harm to these instrumentals, trampling over them.
Moments that we making, everything these niggas sampling
We are creating unforgettable moments, while these other artists imitate or copy us.
Touch of child abandonment, my ancestors I'm channeling
A hint of feeling abandoned as a child, I connect with and draw from my ancestors.
Break it through the panel and this what my niggas ambled in
Breaking through the barriers and this is how my friends casually join.
Got a dick ting, pull up in a Uber
Got a girl who desires me, arriving in an Uber.
Take care of me where I can scuba
She takes good care of me, even in situations where it feels like I'm underwater.
She said, 'Bari you the future'
She expressed that I am the future.
We popped a pill and now we took a flight straight off to Jupiter
We consumed drugs and now we feel like we're traveling to another planet.
We've seen all kind of things, stars is aligning, man
We have witnessed a variety of extraordinary things, the universe is favoring us.
She kissing all over me, it feels like a candy rain
She is showering me with affectionate kisses, it feels as pleasant as raindrops of candy.
On top, I feel like a king, busting down the rings
I feel dominant and powerful, like a king breaking apart rings.
My baby, she love me to death, above and to heaven again
My significant other loves me intensely, beyond death and into the heavens once more.
Wake up in the morning and do it again
Every day, I wake up and repeat the cycle.
Ow, ow, ow, ow
Expressing excitement or pleasure.
Southside
Referring to a location or the southern part of a city.
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Alex Goose, Clifford F. Simpson, Dominique Simpson, Homer Steinweiss, Isaiah Merriweather, Jabari Manwarring, Jonah Abraham, Leon Marcus Michels, Romil Hemnani, Shannon Elizabeth Wise, Solomon Newman-Whyte
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someoneiknow
[Pre-Chorus: Kevin Abstract]
That shit they say, you know it's not real, uh
Me and my dawgs, we on the top still, uh
Swish around like it's Listerine
This bitch is tripping 'cause it's less on me, like
[Chorus: Kevin Abstract, Matt Champion & Jabari Manwa]
Kiss it, kiss it, ow, kiss it, kiss it, ow
Do you wanna roll me now? You do
Kiss it, kiss it, ow, kiss it, kiss it, ow
Ow, ow, ow, ow
[Verse 1: Dom McLennon]
Let me know what's happening, guess them niggas back again
This for all my prisoners, specifically my Africans
I return a rental, turn a venue to the Vatican
I'm in my fifth element, inside this vintage acronym
How we do it like this is the light that this shit baffling
I rip everything I touch, like my last name was Hamilton
What you niggas standing in? That shit look like lanolin
You ain't doing nothing, I am just a mortal man again
Something call the ambulance, I'm damaging thesе beats, I get the tramplin'
Momеnts that we making, everything these niggas sampling
Touch of child abandonment, my ancestors I'm channeling
Break it through the panel and this what my niggas ambled in
[Pre-Chorus: Kevin Abstract]
That shit they say, you know it's not real, uh
Me and my dawgs, we on the top still, uh
Swish around like it's Listerine
This bitch is tripping 'cause it's less on me, like
[Chorus: Kevin Abstract & Matt Champion & Jabari Manwa]
Kiss it, kiss it, ow, kiss it, kiss it, ow
Do you wanna roll me now? You do
Kiss it, kiss it, ow, kiss it, kiss it, ow
Ow, ow, ow, ow
[Verse 2: Jabari Manwa]
Got addicting, pull up in a [?]
Take care of me when I get [?]
She say "Bari, you the future"
We popped a pill and then we took a flight straight off to Jupiter
We've seen all kind of things, stars is aligning, man
She kissing all over me, I feel like a Candy Rain
On top, I feel like a king, busting down on the rings
My baby, she love me to death, above and to heaven again
Wake up in the morning and do it again
[Pre-Chorus: Kevin Abstract]
That shit they say, you know it's not real, uh
Me and my dawgs, we on the top still, uh
Swish around like it's Listerine
This bitch is tripping 'cause it's less on me, like
[Chorus: Kevin Abstract]
Kiss it, kiss it, ow, kiss it, kiss it, ow
Do you wanna roll me now? You do
Kiss it, kiss it, ow, kiss it, kiss it, ow
Ow, ow, ow, ow
[Outro]
Southside
Deelly
I’m addicted to Dom’s part. He always kills it 🔥
David Renteria
¡¡¡GRACIAS TOTALES, BROCKHAMPTON!!! ILV 🫀
Foxedgaming
definetly my fav brockhampton album <3 >w<
GGL
Cap
Wesley Powell
I miss them already.
TrippedouT
I miss ameer bro
Leonardo Montilla
Go listen to Ameers new music
99
BROCK AND HAMPTON FOR EVER
someoneiknow
[Pre-Chorus: Kevin Abstract]
That shit they say, you know it's not real, uh
Me and my dawgs, we on the top still, uh
Swish around like it's Listerine
This bitch is tripping 'cause it's less on me, like
[Chorus: Kevin Abstract, Matt Champion & Jabari Manwa]
Kiss it, kiss it, ow, kiss it, kiss it, ow
Do you wanna roll me now? You do
Kiss it, kiss it, ow, kiss it, kiss it, ow
Ow, ow, ow, ow
[Verse 1: Dom McLennon]
Let me know what's happening, guess them niggas back again
This for all my prisoners, specifically my Africans
I return a rental, turn a venue to the Vatican
I'm in my fifth element, inside this vintage acronym
How we do it like this is the light that this shit baffling
I rip everything I touch, like my last name was Hamilton
What you niggas standing in? That shit look like lanolin
You ain't doing nothing, I am just a mortal man again
Something call the ambulance, I'm damaging thesе beats, I get the tramplin'
Momеnts that we making, everything these niggas sampling
Touch of child abandonment, my ancestors I'm channeling
Break it through the panel and this what my niggas ambled in
[Pre-Chorus: Kevin Abstract]
That shit they say, you know it's not real, uh
Me and my dawgs, we on the top still, uh
Swish around like it's Listerine
This bitch is tripping 'cause it's less on me, like
[Chorus: Kevin Abstract & Matt Champion & Jabari Manwa]
Kiss it, kiss it, ow, kiss it, kiss it, ow
Do you wanna roll me now? You do
Kiss it, kiss it, ow, kiss it, kiss it, ow
Ow, ow, ow, ow
[Verse 2: Jabari Manwa]
Got addicting, pull up in a [?]
Take care of me when I get [?]
She say "Bari, you the future"
We popped a pill and then we took a flight straight off to Jupiter
We've seen all kind of things, stars is aligning, man
She kissing all over me, I feel like a Candy Rain
On top, I feel like a king, busting down on the rings
My baby, she love me to death, above and to heaven again
Wake up in the morning and do it again
[Pre-Chorus: Kevin Abstract]
That shit they say, you know it's not real, uh
Me and my dawgs, we on the top still, uh
Swish around like it's Listerine
This bitch is tripping 'cause it's less on me, like
[Chorus: Kevin Abstract]
Kiss it, kiss it, ow, kiss it, kiss it, ow
Do you wanna roll me now? You do
Kiss it, kiss it, ow, kiss it, kiss it, ow
Ow, ow, ow, ow
[Outro]
Southside
LemonFebreeze
TWO ALBUMS IN TWO DAYS IM CRYING