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Bishop Lamont Lyrics

Is it me, or is this music shit wack?
Bishop Lamont questions if he is the only one who thinks that the current state of music is terrible.

Could it be, this rap shit it's a wrap?
Bishop Lamont wonders if the genre of rap is over and done with.

How did we, get so far off track?
Bishop Lamont asks how the music industry could have strayed so far from good quality music.

To the wack then you automatically get a contract
Bishop Lamont believes that talent and hard work no longer matter in the music industry; those with connections and can conform to the current trends automatically get a contract.

The south?
Bishop Lamont acknowledges that the south has been influential in the music industry.

You can't hate on that
Despite acknowledging the south's influence, Bishop Lamont recognizes that there is a lot of 'real wack' music coming out from there.

But a lot of rappers comin' out of there is real wack
Bishop Lamont criticizes the quality of music coming out from the south.

Snap music, I get it
Bishop Lamont acknowledges the popularity of snap music.

The bitches love it, admit it
Bishop Lamont acknowledges that snap music is popular among women.

But +Aye Bay Bay+, I'm not fuckin' with it
Bishop Lamont personally dislikes snap music, specifically the song +Aye Bay Bay+.

My music likewise
Bishop Lamont believes that his own music is just as good as snap music, although he personally dislikes it.

Different strokes for different folks, they showin' the same signs
Bishop Lamont acknowledges that everyone has different preferences in music, but he believes that the current trends all seem to be following the same patterns.

Punxsutawney Phil I keep seein' the same guys
Bishop Lamont compares the repetition of the same rappers to Groundhog Day, with the same artists coming out over and over again.

Ground Hog's Day I keep hearin' the same rhymes
Bishop Lamont further emphasizes the repetitive nature of the music industry, with artists using the same lyrics and rhymes over and over again.

If anyone's offended, shit I ain't gonna apologize
Bishop Lamont is not afraid to speak his mind and will not apologize for offending those who disagree with him.

I feel like Bill Murray, want to break my radio
Bishop Lamont is so frustrated with the current state of music that he wants to break his radio, much like Bill Murray's character in Groundhog Day.

Neighbors wonder why record sales ain't poppin'
Bishop Lamont comments on the decline of record sales, which he believes is partly due to the low quality of music being produced.

Don't just blame digital downloads, it's the bullshit your droppin'
Bishop Lamont believes that record labels and artists cannot solely blame digital downloads for the decline in record sales; they should also consider the quality of music that they are producing.

Honestly, honesty don't offend me
Bishop Lamont welcomes honesty and is not offended by those who speak their minds.

Honestly, that's all my pen be
Bishop Lamont's lyrics are honest and reflective of his own opinions and beliefs.

Rappers got a problem, we ain't gotta be friendly
Bishop Lamont acknowledges that there is a problem among rappers, but believes that they do not necessarily have to be friends.

But stop makin' songs for kids and leave that to Disney
Bishop Lamont believes that some rappers should not make music for children and to leave that to Disney, a company known for creating family-friendly content.

I don't listen to kids, kids listen to me
Bishop Lamont acknowledges that many children listen to his music, despite not specifically making music for a younger audience.

So when they grow up who you think they wanna be?
Bishop Lamont believes that children who grow up listening to his music may aspire to be like him.

Hopefully not me
Bishop Lamont does not want children to become exactly like him, as he is not a role model.

I'm no role model
Bishop Lamont acknowledges that he is not a perfect person and is not suitable as a role model for children.

But I roll with a model, smash it like avacado
Bishop Lamont boasts about his personal life, having relationships with models and referring to them as 'smashing it like avocado'.

Raise yo' kids stop raisin' hell
Bishop Lamont believes that parents should focus on raising their children properly, rather than causing chaos and trouble.

Stop blamin' 50 Cent when young Johnny go to jail
Bishop Lamont criticizes those who blame rappers, such as 50 Cent, for when children end up in jail.

Be A Parent Or Die Tryin', you ain't done too well
Bishop Lamont references 50 Cent's album +Get Rich or Die Tryin'+, but instead urges parents to 'be a parent or die trying'. He also criticizes those who have failed in their parenting duties.

I don't know yo kids, it's not my fault if you failed
Bishop Lamont reminds parents that it is not his responsibility to raise their children, and blames them if they fail to do so adequately.

But Oprah said it's rap's fault, disrespectful to the female
Bishop Lamont references Oprah's criticism of rap music for being disrespectful towards women.

But what does she know? She's finger bangin' Gail
Bishop Lamont belittles Oprah's opinion, suggesting that she is too preoccupied with her partner Gail and is out of touch with the realities of the music industry.

I could be right or I could be wrong
Bishop Lamont acknowledges that his opinions may not always be correct.

Let he without sin cast the first stone
Bishop Lamont references a Bible verse, reminding listeners that no one is without sin and no one should be quick to judge others.

New York, New York big city of dreams
Bishop Lamont references the famous song 'New York, New York', highlighting the city's prominence and its influence in the music industry.

Niggas swear they gang bangers, it ain't all that it seems
Bishop Lamont criticizes rappers who pretend to be gang members, suggesting that they are not authentic and are simply trying to be trendy.

Is Jim Jones a real Blood?
Bishop Lamont questions the authenticity of rapper Jim Jones, who often claims to be a member of the Bloods gang.

Ask Big Wide
Bishop Lamont suggests that Big Wide, a known member of the Bloods, is someone who can confirm Jim Jones' gang affiliation.

Oh Wee and Young Dre will get the truth, no lie
Bishop Lamont references two other rappers who can allegedly confirm whether Jim Jones is a real Blood or not.

I ain't really like +Ballin'+ but I like his style
Bishop Lamont acknowledges that he did not particularly like the song +Ballin'+ by Jim Jones, but he appreciates the rapper's overall style.

And Juelz is dope but cut that Blood shit out
Bishop Lamont believes that Juelz Santana is a talented rapper, but he should not pretend to be a member of the Bloods gang.

See Mims did his thing, it ain't like he can't rap
Bishop Lamont acknowledges that Mims is a talented rapper who has achieved success in the music industry.

But a fake south track ain't gonna bring New York back
Bishop Lamont criticizes New York rappers who make music that imitates the sound of the south, suggesting that it is not a sustainable way to bring back the city's prominence in the music industry.

Our shit is trash
Bishop Lamont acknowledges that the West Coast's rap music is not currently in a good state.

New west full of pests, hate to see you get some cash
Bishop Lamont believes that the current crop of West Coast rappers are 'pests', and he is disappointed that they are able to earn money despite producing low-quality music.

Old niggas too, the torch they refuse to pass
Bishop Lamont criticizes the older generation of West Coast rappers for holding onto their influence and refusing to make way for new and upcoming talent.

Rather see it go out until they croak and pass
Bishop Lamont suggests that the old guard in the West Coast rap scene would rather see the genre fade away than to pass the torch onto newer artists.

L.A. full of haters that's why we don't last
Bishop Lamont suggests that the West Coast rap scene in Los Angeles cannot thrive due to the presence of too many people who are critical and negative towards newer talent.

I see why Dre don't fuck with niggas, do his thing and mash
Bishop Lamont suggests that Dr. Dre, a famous producer and rapper from the West Coast, does not want to be associated with the current crop of West Coast rappers, and would rather focus on his own successful career.

+California Love+, that's a thing of the past
Bishop Lamont references the famous song '+California Love+' by Tupac Shakur, suggesting that the era of West Coast rap that it represented is now over.

You wanna make it in Hollywood, you better drive right past
Bishop Lamont suggests that those aspiring to make it in Hollywood should not look to the current crop of West Coast rappers for inspiration or guidance, and should instead find their own way to success.

You might not like what I'm bout to say
The chorus sung by Mike Ant warns listeners that Bishop Lamont is about to voice his opinions, which some may not agree with.

But I'm gonna say it anyway
Despite the potential backlash that his opinions may receive, Bishop Lamont is determined to speak his mind anyway.