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BROCKHAMPTON Lyrics

Skinny boy, skinny boy, where your muscles at?
Addressing societal expectations of masculinity and physical appearance.

Used to walk to work, eight hours, take the bus back
Describing the struggle and hard work that they have faced in life.

Ain't no time to stop, ain't no time for vacation
Acknowledging that life is tough and there is no time to rest.

Y'all all want my spot 'cause you know that I am A1
Feeling the pressure of competition and striving to be the best.

All these pretty girls, they come running to our faces
Describing the abundance of female attention they receive.

I could do without, I could move without, I could do myself
Expressing the ability to be self-sufficient and not reliant on others.

I get in a rut, I feel depressed, I bang on my chest
Acknowledging struggles with mental health and coping mechanisms.

I say fuck 'em all 'til I'm dead
A rebellious attitude towards societal norms and expectations.

First off, fuck Dolce & Gabbana (fuck em, fuck em)
Rejecting high fashion brands that have expressed divisive and harmful opinions.

Racist mothersuckers tryna be my pana (pana, pana)
Addressing the issue of cultural appropriation and exploitation in the fashion industry.

Put that on me auntie and me mama (mommy, mommy)
Highlighting the importance of family and cultural heritage.

Grab the Ghost then I go right back to Ghana (skrrt)
Referencing their African roots and heritage.

Don't go runnin' your mouth
Warning against speaking negatively or recklessly.

Watch your lip, baby
Further emphasizing the importance of being mindful of one's words.

And Waco is far away, I don't even mind
Implying that distance is not an issue as long as they are with someone important.

Got a lot of things to say that I could never finish
Feeling overwhelmed by the amount of thoughts and ideas they have.

Told my mama, 'I'll be back, just gotta kill another mission'
Expressing the desire to succeed and accomplish goals.

Every verse a heist for all your underlying feelings
Describing the power of music to tap into emotions and feelings.

Got canaries on the window, smell like roses on the ceiling
Painting a picture of luxury and opulence, with hints of danger lurking beneath the surface.

Candy paint revealing all that bullshit you concealing
Using flashy and materialistic symbols to reveal the falsehood and insecurity of others.

Fuck what you been hearing, I'm everything they fearing
Confidently stating that they are unafraid of opposition and criticism.

I'm black and smart and sexy, universally appealing
Celebrating their unique qualities and expressing the idea that these qualities can be admired by all.

Genius what I'm dealing, something they ain't stealing
Reveling in their own talents and abilities.

They prohibited the potents, might give you cirrhosis
Referencing the suppression of creativity and the negative effects it can have on people.

Spaceship doing donuts, it's written, I'm the POTUS
Using the metaphor of a spaceship doing donuts to describe their ascent to power and influence in the music industry.

I'm focused
Reiterating the idea that they are driven and focused on their goals.

Barre Baby, spilled syrup on my big wheel
Referencing the use of lean, a drug that contains codeine, and the lifestyle that comes with it.

You could call me lil' nigga with the big crib
Describing their humble beginnings and hard-earned success.

My lifestyle still the same, just a face lift
Despite their success, they remain true to themselves and their roots.

Silly niggas got me running outta patience
Feeling frustrated with those who try to bring them down or hold them back.

My whole life slowly turned into a daydream
Describing the surreal experience of achieving success and living the life they once dreamed of.

I hit the bank with a smile on my face, man
Celebrating their financial success and accomplishment.

Pretty women always pullin' at my waistband
Acknowledging the abundance of attention and attraction they receive from women.

Used to get arrested, all I get is checks now
Reflecting on their past struggles and the progress they have made in their career and personal life.

And Waco is far away, I don't even mind
Repeated from earlier in the song, further emphasizing the importance of being with people who matter regardless of location.

As long as you stay right here, right next to my side
Expressing the importance of staying close to those you care about.