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.
fishbone
BROCKHAMPTON Lyrics
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Hope the homies rest in peace, I can't
As I sink in the concrete
I throw a prayer to the old me
Twenty-five, they said twenty-five, the P on one side, he just turned eighteen
Sun shinin' when they hit my cousin, it was like a mob passed him, an okay day
Shit, some nights I see him 'tween the shadows and the smoke, man
.45, he got a .45 and I pray to God he don't bring it, man
Sunset, just another text, and that last semester ain't mean a thing
Everything that's evil make me feel alive
All my niggas on the Southside got my back tonight
If you want it, I got it, you want it, I got it
Can you tell that I'm high? (ooh, ooh)
If you want it, I got it, you want it, I got it, now (high, high)
Smokin' on that fishbone, like, yeah, yeah, yeah, huh
Walkin' 'round with my chest pumped, like, yeah, yeah, yeah
Talk down, you get shot down, like, yeah, yeah, yeah
Ain't no rest in here, what you say? We don't care, yeah, ayy
Smokin' on that fishbone, like, yeah, yeah, yeah, ayy
Walkin' 'round with my chest pumped, like, yeah, yeah, yeah, ayy
Talk down, you get shot down, like, yeah, yeah, yeah, ayy
Ain't no rest in here, what you say? We don't care
Where my four-four? Where my po-po?
Po-po said can't have more, they said, "I got no drugs"
They say, "yo man, you drive?" They said, "drive man, you lose"
They said, "drive, man, come close," I was very confused
I got friends that kill, I got friends that died
I got many woes, I got many wives
I got enemies, and I roll the dice, ayy, yeah, ayy, yeah, yeah
I got enemies, ayy, yeah, ayy, yeah, yeah
Smokin' on that fishbone, like, yeah, yeah, yeah, huh
Walkin' 'round with my chest pumped, like, yeah, yeah, yeah, huh
Talk down, you get shot down, like, yeah, yeah, yeah
Ain't no rest in here, what you say? We don't care, ayy
Smokin' on that fishbone, like, yeah, yeah, yeah, ayy
Walkin' 'round with my chest pumped, like, yeah, yeah, yeah, ayy
Talk down, you get shot down, like, yeah, yeah, yeah, ayy
Ain't no rest in here, what you say? We don't care
No, I ain't gettin' no sleep, ah
Only feel good in my jeans, ah
Never gonna show 'em my sleeve, ah
I'ma go and get my teeth, ah
I'ma just smoke with me, ah
Never gon' set me free, ah
It's true love
It's true love
(It's true love) hair down, wash it out
Fuck me up, oh my God (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
(It's true love) Lord down, come around
When I see you, you gon' make me (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
(It's true love) Hair down, wash it out
Fuck me up, oh my God (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
(It's true love) lord down, come around
When I see you, you gon' make me (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
It's true love (it's true, what?)
It's true love (it's true, what?)
It's true, it's true love
It's true love, it's true love
It's true love
It's true love, it's true love (true love, true love)
The lyrics to BROCKHAMPTON's song "fishbone" touch on themes of loss, grief, and internal struggle. The opening line, "Angels watchin' over me, God damn," suggests a sense of desperation and disbelief in the face of tragic events. The line "Hope the homies rest in peace, I can't" reflects the difficulty in finding peace amidst the loss of friends. The reference to sinking in concrete and throwing a prayer to the old self implies a feeling of being trapped or burdened by past mistakes or struggles.
The song also touches on the realities of living in a dangerous environment, with references to violence and the weight of carrying a weapon. The mention of seeing shadows and smoke alludes to the haunting memories of violence that continue to affect the singer. The lyrics suggest a complex relationship with faith, as the singer expresses frustration with God turning away from their flaws while also seeking guidance and protection.
The chorus expresses a rebellious and defiant attitude, with references to smoking "fishbone," walking with chest pumped, and not caring about the opinions or threats of others. The song portrays a sense of resilience and determination to navigate through life's challenges and come out on top.
Line by Line Meaning
Angels watchin' over me, God damn
I believe that there are spiritual beings protecting me, damn
Hope the homies rest in peace, I can't
I want my friends to find peace in death, but it's hard for me to find peace myself
As I sink in the concrete
Feeling trapped and overwhelmed by the difficulties of life
I throw a prayer to the old me
Sending a prayer to my past self, wishing for strength and guidance
Twenty-five, they said twenty-five, the P on one side, he just turned eighteen
Being judged and treated unfairly based on stereotypes, as a young person is labeled as dangerous
Sun shinin' when they hit my cousin, it was like a mob passed him, an okay day
Experiencing a violent incident where someone close was hurt, and it oddly seemed like just another ordinary day
Shit, some nights I see him 'tween the shadows and the smoke, man
Haunted by the memory of that night, seeing flashes of it in my dreams or thoughts
God could watch me sin, he turned away from all my flaws, man
Feeling that despite my mistakes and shortcomings, God has seemingly abandoned me
.45, he got a .45 and I pray to God he don't bring it, man
Worried about a friend who has access to a dangerous weapon, hoping they won't use it
Sunset, just another text, and that last semester ain't mean a thing
Reflecting on a past relationship that ended abruptly, realizing that all the time and effort put into it now feels meaningless
Everything that's evil make me feel alive
Engaging in destructive behaviors brings a sense of excitement or intensity to my life
All my niggas on the Southside got my back tonight
Feeling supported and protected by my friends from the Southside, especially in difficult situations
If you want it, I got it, you want it, I got it
Asserting that I have what someone wants or needs
Can you tell that I'm high? (ooh, ooh)
Askig if it's obvious that I'm under the influence of drugs
Smokin' on that fishbone, like, yeah, yeah, yeah, huh
Indulging in smoking a particular strain of marijuana called 'fishbone,' expressing satisfaction and enjoyment
Walkin' 'round with my chest pumped, like, yeah, yeah, yeah
Confidently strutting around, displaying a sense of pride and self-assurance
Talk down, you get shot down, like, yeah, yeah, yeah
Warning that if someone speaks disrespectfully or negatively, they will face consequences or backlash
Ain't no rest in here, what you say? We don't care, yeah, ayy
There is no peace or calmness in this environment, and we don't care about what others say or think
Where my four-four? Where my po-po?
Asking where my gun and the police are
Po-po said can't have more, they said, 'I got no drugs'
The police have informed me that I can't possess more drugs, as they claim I don't have any
They say, 'yo man, you drive?' They said, 'drive man, you lose'
People often ask if I'm the one driving, but they warn me that if I drive, I'll end up losing something
They said, 'drive, man, come close,' I was very confused
Being uncertain and perplexed when someone tells me to move closer or proceed in a certain way
I got friends that kill, I got friends that died
Having acquaintances who have taken lives or passed away
I got many woes, I got many wives
Dealing with numerous problems and having multiple romantic partners
I got enemies, and I roll the dice, ayy, yeah, ayy, yeah, yeah
Facing opposition and taking risks in my life, with uncertain outcomes
Smokin' on that fishbone, like, yeah, yeah, yeah, ayy
Continuing to enjoy smoking 'fishbone' marijuana and expressing satisfaction
No, I ain't gettin' no sleep, ah
Admitting that I'm not able to get enough sleep
Only feel good in my jeans, ah
Finding comfort and confidence in the way I dress
Never gonna show 'em my sleeve, ah
I won't reveal my vulnerabilities or true emotions to others
I'ma go and get my teeth, ah
I'm determined to improve myself and my situation
I'ma just smoke with me, ah
I'll find peace and relaxation by smoking alone
Never gon' set me free, ah
Feeling trapped or restrained, believing that freedom is unattainable
It's true love
Referring to a deep and genuine connection with someone
(It's true love) hair down, wash it out
Symbolizing the act of letting go and cleansing oneself emotionally
Fuck me up, oh my God (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
Expressing how someone's actions, likely negative, have a strong emotional impact on me
(It's true love) Lord down, come around
Waiting for a divine intervention or guidance to bring me comfort and resolution
When I see you, you gon' make me (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
Anticipating a strong emotional response or reaction when encountering a particular person
It's true love (it's true, what?)
Reiterating the genuine and profound nature of the love experienced
It's true, it's true love
Affirming that the love felt is indeed genuine and authentic
It's true love, it's true love
Emphasizing once again the depth and authenticity of the love
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Clifford Ian Fernando Simpson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@nightcrawler194
whenever we're close to all members being in a song there's always one missing gosh damn
@kolza5129
Nah we're good matt sings after merlyn
@m.j.8226
the bari verse is matt and bari is actually on the hook with kevin
@keiph4364
Kevin or Romil's gonna see this. Kevin and Romil probably said this!... 🤣
@mrswag9219
Boy bye
@m00nr1vr
RIGHT
@bleachedcereal
joba and bearface singing together like that is all i wanted for christmas
@mist_mew4598
10 months later we get I’ll take you on. You’ve got your wish 😁
@MrErlendFS
Merry xmas
@jaredpaulguevara5959
finally put sent that boy matt to lunch