Too High To Riot
Bas Lyrics

I'm too high to riot, I'm too high to riot
The singer is too high on drugs to engage in any kind of violent protest.

I'm just too high to riot
The singer reiterates that he is too high to cause any trouble.

I never lose sight
The singer is very focused and determined in his pursuits.

Got an eye on her thighs and an eye on horizons
The artist is both interested in pursuing his romantic desires and striving to attain his long-term goals.

Too much at stake, got no time for a date
The artist has too much to accomplish and cannot afford to waste time on leisurely activities like dating.

Unless that date is with fate, got my eyes on the prize and
The singer is only interested in pursuing a romantic relationship if it will further his goals and ambitions.

It's too occupiant, you want a slice but it's too hot just pie it
There are many people trying to achieve what the singer is after, but they're not willing to put in the hard work.

You want a steak but it's too high to buy it
The artist wants to achieve a lot, but the cost is too high for many people.

Me I be too high, I'm too high, I'm too high
The artist is emphasizing that he is too drugged out to engage in any kind of violent or negative behavior.

I'm too high for games and I'm too high for liars
The artist is too focused and determined to waste his time on trivialities or dishonest people.

Fuck TSA cause I'm too high for flying
The singer is too high on drugs to be allowed on a plane by the TSA.

Fuck NSA cause them satellites too high they do all the spying
The artist is criticizing the NSA for their excessive, intrusive surveillance.

Fuck all the leaders that's too high off power
The singer is railing against corrupt, power-hungry leaders who abuse their authority.

They do all the lying and treat us like prisoners
The singer feels that the leaders are dishonest and oppressive towards their citizens.

I mean who is the enemy here?
The singer is questioning who the real enemy is in the current political or social climate.

You are or I am, but you are not real enough power
The artist is suggesting that the people in power are not really as powerful as they seem.

Despite all the dirt that you're doing
The artist acknowledges that the leaders are engaged in underhanded, immoral behavior.

You do all in hiding, but I am no better
The singer admits that he is not perfect and that he too may have flaws or secrets that he keeps hidden.

I can see all of your terrors
The singer is aware of the fear and panic that the leaders promote in order to keep people under their control.

Still remain in quiet and wonder in private and silence
The artist is reflecting on everything he has seen and experienced quietly, without drawing attention to himself or actively challenging the status quo.

Like if I just speak on it, would the people go buy it?
The artist is questioning whether or not people would actually listen and accept what he has to say if he were to speak out against the leaders.

Fuck it just do it for self, I am demand and supplier
The artist is advocating for finding personal success and fulfillment on one's own, without relying on others for assistance.

I trial by fire, I am the man
The singer feels that he has been tested and has emerged stronger, and that he is capable of achieving his goals and leading his own life.

Bas you in the city?
Someone is asking Bas if he is currently in the city.

Baby nah I'm on the road, Fiends
Bas is responding that he is currently traveling.

Pockets full of money left them all on the floor
Bas has plenty of money and is not concerned about losing any of it.

Probably should have claimed all the hoes that I fucked on my customs declarations
Bas is joking about the idea of declaring his sexual partners when traveling internationally.

Check the faces all through my crew, it's like every race
Bas is noting that his team is made up of individuals from many different racial backgrounds.

So they call me racist, so fucking basis
Bas is referencing how some people may accuse him of being racist despite the fact that his team is diverse.

But until your nation apologize
Bas feels that certain nations need to apologize for past wrongs or injustices.

I fuck a European bitch for every African nation they colonize
Bas is seeking to subvert the imperialistic actions of European nations by sleeping with European women in order to diminish their power and influence.

And add us some commas there to follow my dollars sign
Bas is making a tongue-in-cheek reference to his own financial success and the money he has made.

And boost up my bottom line
The artist is seeking to increase his own profits or financial gains.

And you don't want to hear it fine, they used to make it a crime to fuck white women
Bas is referencing historical racism and segregation, and suggesting that some people may be uncomfortable with his interracial relationships.

But damn, better give me a lot of time
The singer is eager to live his life as he sees fit, even if it goes against societal norms or expectations.

Free love, whole world mixed up fuck boy you out of time
The artist is advocating for love and acceptance amongst all races, and criticizing anyone who does not share this perspective.

So what could brown do for you? UPS nigga
The singer is making a reference to UPS, a delivery company that delivers packages of all shapes and sizes, and suggesting that anyone can accomplish anything regardless of their race or background.

I done flew up out the nest nigga
The singer has left his hometown or previous life behind and is now doing his own thing.

The world bigger than the block man thats why they killed Pac
The singer is suggesting that Tupac was killed because he was a powerful, influential figure who spoke truth to power.

Couldn't stop us, we still looking for the rest nigga
Despite the challenges and obstacles, the artist and his crew are still determined to succeed in their endeavors.