So Sick
Benefit Lyrics


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(Bert) I'm sick!
(Ernie) What's the matter Bert?
(Bert) I'm sick!
(Ernie) Oh yeah?
(Bert) I'm sick Ernie! Can't you tell that?
(Ernie) You're sick?
(Bert) I'm sick!
(Ernie) You're sick?
(Bert) I'm sick!
(Ernie) Then you caught it!
(Ernie) Boy you must know who it is who's sick!

(Benefit)
As my verse disperses the worst curses a person hurts worse
than the first virgin's privacy purse burstin
I walk around the underground as a powerful thundersound
Wearing the low down profound lyrical wonder crown
Advanced listening wrestlin with pressure expressions
And steppin in as a special specimen fresher than freshman
Obvious overdosage coasted it over oceans
With explosive posts flyer than your promotional posters
Skillfully killing willfully drilling syllable spilling
Feeling really upsettable biting is edible stealing
Walking around the planet, rocking the ground like granite
Cocking my sound cannon and topping the sound famine
Deliberate inconsiderate etiquette, Benefit's belligerence
Spitting shit like laxative excrement
Dove in a frozen ocean fell low below boastin
The one chosen who rose exposin the flow erosion

(Chorus - repeat 4X)
So nice that it's nasty, so bangin it's bustin
So sweet that it's sick, so dope it's disgustin

(Benefit)
I lead an expedition in vision and competition
In a prison when deliverin witherin rhyme litterin
Givin and never endeavoring ever clever however
bringin it whether together or on solo feathers
Sicker than liquor and medicine burnin and blisterin
Leave your lights flickering
quicker than strobes you're trippin in
The high appointed, style anointed with ill delivery ointment
On point with this like jointed presidential appointments
Flashin full fashionable rational lyrical passion
Glow bashin skulls burnin trash flows and watch ash grow
Belittling with little men livin in oblivion
Try batteling imaginin that they're hyper than Ritalin
Simply deranged brain exchanged pain for gain
Rearrange your frame to strange plain pattern with slain
Bigger badder and better than all of your gold and cheddar
When spreadin wing like medicine
Men with ancient tribal lettering

(Chorus)

(Ben) Sick, sick, so sick




(Bert) I'm sick, sick, sick!
(Ben) Sick, sick, so sick

Overall Meaning

The song "So Sick" by Benefit starts with a conversation between Sesame Street characters Bert and Ernie where Bert exclaims that he is sick. The rest of the song is a rap verse by Benefit where he uses various metaphors and wordplay to describe his lyrical prowess. He talks about how his verses are powerful and can hurt a person more than a virgin's first time being exposed. He also talks about his skills as a rapper, saying that he is fresher than a freshman and can rock the underground with his profound lyrics. The chorus then repeats the phrase "So nice that it's nasty, so bangin it's bustin. So sweet that it's sick, so dope it's disgustin", highlighting the theme that something can be so good that it's almost bad or sick.


Benefit continues his rap by describing himself as a leader who can compete with other rappers in a prison of words. He uses various similes and metaphors to describe his superiority over others, saying that he's sicker than liquor and medicine and quicker than strobe lights. He talks about his passion for music and how he burns trash flows and watches the ash grow. Benefit also notes that he is bigger, badder, and better than all others, spreading his wings like medicine and sporting ancient tribal lettering.


Line by Line Meaning

As my verse disperses the worst curses a person hurts worse
My rap is filled with the most insulting words and hurtful phrases that can cause immense pain to the hearer.


than the first virgin's privacy purse burstin
The pain caused by my insults is even greater than the shame and embarrassment experienced by a woman who loses her virginity.


I walk around the underground as a powerful thundersound
I am a dominant figure in the underground rap scene, known for my intimidating presence and booming voice.


Wearing the low down profound lyrical wonder crown
My rap skills are so advanced and impressive that I am considered the undisputed champion of wordplay and rhyme schemes.


Advanced listening wrestlin with pressure expressions
I am an expert at deciphering complex lyrics and matching the intensity and emotion of any rap artist I face.


And steppin in as a special specimen fresher than freshman
I bring a unique and fresh perspective to the rap game that is unrivaled, even by the newest and youngest rap artists.


Obvious overdosage coasted it over oceans
My rap style and delivery are so potent that they can reach and influence people across the world, even across vast bodies of water.


With explosive posts flyer than your promotional posters
My social media posts and advertisements are so eye-catching and impressive that they outshine any promotional materials you could create.


Skillfully killing willfully drilling syllable spilling
I expertly create complex rhymes and lyrics with ease, putting lesser rappers to shame.


Feeling really upsettable biting is edible stealing
I am so good at rap that even my harshest critics want to steal my lines and imitate my style.


Walking around the planet, rocking the ground like granite
My presence alone is so commanding and powerful that I rock the world with my skills and influence.


Cocking my sound cannon and topping the sound famine
My rap skills are so prolific and dominant that I am able to single-handedly revive and revolutionize the rap game when it is lacking in creativity and talent.


Deliberate inconsiderate etiquette, Benefit's belligerence
I am intentional in my derision and mockery of lesser rappers, employing my aggressive and unapologetic style to establish dominance in the rap scene.


Spitting shit like laxative excrement
My rhymes and lyrics are so effective and explosive, they can be compared to the powerful and immediate relief one experiences after taking a laxative.


Dove in a frozen ocean fell low below boastin
Despite my outward confidence and bravado, I have experienced significant failures and setbacks in my life and career.


The one chosen who rose exposin the flow erosion
I have been chosen as the one who is able to identify and address the flaws and weaknesses in the rap game and its artists, bringing about positive change and growth.


As my verse disperses the worst curses a person hurts worse
My rap is still filled with the most insulting words and hurtful phrases that can cause immense pain to the hearer.


than the first virgin's privacy purse burstin
The pain caused by my insults is even greater than the shame and embarrassment experienced by a woman who loses her virginity.


I lead an expedition in vision and competition
I am a trailblazer and leader in the rap scene, setting new standards for talent and competition.


In a prison when deliverin witherin rhyme litterin
I am constrained by the limits of the rap genre and community in expressing myself, but even still, my rhymes are filled with truth and authenticity.


Givin and never endeavoring ever clever however
I am always creating and experimenting with new styles and techniques, even more so than other clever rap artists.


bringin it whether together or on solo feathers
I am just as talented and effective in collaborative projects as I am in solo endeavors.


Sicker than liquor and medicine burnin and blisterin
My rap skills are so potent and effective that they can even be compared to dangerous and harmful substances like alcohol and medication.


Leave your lights flickering quicker than strobes you're trippin in
The intensity and power of my rap can cause physical and mental discomfort, even causing lights to flicker and short-circuit.


The high appointed, style anointed with ill delivery ointment
I am recognized and respected for my superior skills and unique style, and those skills serve as a soothing balm to the rap community.


On point with this like jointed presidential appointments
I am extremely accurate and precise in my rhymes and delivery, much like a highly skilled political leader.


Flashin full fashionable rational lyrical passion
My passion for rap is evident and undeniable, and I am always pushing boundaries and experimenting with new styles and sounds.


Glow bashin skulls burnin trash flows and watch ash grow
My rap skills are so potent and powerful that they can cause physical destruction and mayhem, even leaving scorched earth and ash in their wake.


Belittling with little men livin in oblivion
I am able to expose and ridicule those rappers who are mediocre and insignificant in the rap scene, holding them up to ridicule for their weak skills and lack of authenticity.


Try batteling imaginin that they're hyper than Ritalin
Even rappers who are deluded and overconfident in their skills will be quickly and easily defeated by my superior rap abilities.


Simply deranged brain exchanged pain for gain
I am so dedicated to my rap artistry that I am willing to endure pain and suffering to perfect my craft.


Rearrange your frame to strange plain pattern with slain
My rap skills are so transformative and powerful that they can even change the very essence and nature of other rappers, forcing them to conform to my style and approach.


Bigger badder and better than all of your gold and cheddar
My rap skills are unmatched and unrivaled, and no amount of money or resources can compete with my talent and creativity.


When spreadin wing like medicine Men with ancient tribal lettering
My rap skills are so powerful and influential that they can be compared to the healing and transformative effects of traditional tribal medicine and rituals.


So nice that it's nasty, so bangin it's bustin
My rap skills are so impressive and effective that they can even be compared to unpleasant and uncomfortable experiences, but ultimately are thrilling and exciting.


So sweet that it's sick, so dope it's disgustin
My rap skills are so impressive and addictive that they can be compared to a dangerous and unhealthy addiction, but are ultimately irresistible and satisfying.




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@acemoonwolf

Anybody here in 2024?

@meganmergl6024

Anyday

@daman3228

All day bro

@ahmeddakhil1600

Yo, what up from 99

@SpaceCodes.

Yep. Shit blows away today's hip hop

@stevenchavez3403

Who’s still bumping this in 2020!!!?

@undrgroundsoundz

taking out 99percent of emcees today/ 2020

@emoramusic

yesssss

@notjustklownin9506

Haven't stopped bumping Benefit since the early 2000's

@VooSetIck

Only plays this particular when I’m hung over aka “sick”

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