Hip Hop
Bizzare Lyrics

Yeah...huh...(hip hop, hip hop, hip hop)
Intro and chorus of the song, establishing the genre and style

Turn my mic up a little bit (hip hop)
Request to adjust the microphone volume before beginning the rap

Hit some of this Cali guido(hip hop)
Reference to a type of marijuana, to set the mood for the rap

Listen to some muthafuckin'... (hip hop)
Expression of enthusiasm and excitement for hip hop music

Everybody got a little story they gotta tell
Introduction to the theme of the song, that everyone has their own journey in hip hop

Niggaz ain't heard my shit...hahaha
Self-deprecating humor, acknowledging that his music hasn't yet been heard by many listeners

The life of Bizarre...what!
Introduction to the rapper's personal experiences and journey in hip hop

Hip hop, that's the way of life (Word?)
Affirming that hip hop culture is a defining aspect of the artist's life

If you think you're nice, then go grab the mic (Grab it!)
Encouraging others to showcase their rap skills, implying that the artist is confident in their own abilities

Let me tell you my story, 'cause everybody got one
Acknowledgment that each person has their own unique experiences and journey in hip hop

Grab a pen and pad and start to jot some
Suggestion to beginning rappers to start writing down their own story and lyrics

Always told myself that I would never be losin'
Personal affirmation and perseverance despite difficult circumstances

Man I ain't had no hood, my mother was always movin' (Damn!)
Background story about the artist's upbringing and lack of a stable home environment

From Detroit to Texas, Texas to Detroit (C'mon!)
Description of the frequent moves and instability in the artist's childhood

God damn, Mama, what's the point? (the fuck?)
Expressing frustration towards the instability and frequent moves his mother put him through

So I would go in my room and pack my little bags (Aughh!)
Imagery of the artist's coping mechanism during difficult times

Jump in the truck with my step-dad
Description of the alternative living situation with his stepfather

When I was ten years old, I started to feel the hunger
Introduction to the artist's passion and desire to pursue hip hop music

Got a little older, man, the force got stronger (Yeah!)
Description of the artist's growing creativity and passion for hip hop

And me and my rap partner wasn't seein' eye to eye
Description of creative differences and conflicts with previous collaborators

So he picked up and started a group with some other guys (Haha)
Narrative continuation of conflicts and breakups in previous music partnerships

This is hip hop...man, I won't stop
Reaffirmation of the artist's dedication and love for hip hop, despite past difficulties

Yo Big Boi (What up?) Gimme a beatbox
Transition into a beatboxing sequence before the chorus

From the hip hop shop to Maurice Malone (Uh-huh)
Description of the artist's journey and progression through the hip hop industry

Ten years later, I'm still in the zone (Word?)
Pride and accomplishment in maintaining a successful career in the industry

7 Mile and ??? where a star was born (Yeah!)
Specific location reference to where the artist began their journey in hip hop

United we stand, divided we swore (D-12!)
Celebration of the successful music group D-12, and loyalty towards his bandmates

And hell yeah, I lived in my car (Yeah!)
Description of difficult financial situations the artist experienced in the past

Bitch, I was homeless, I would have slept in a jar (Hahahaha)
Humorous exaggeration of the artist's hardships and determination to make it in the industry

And Dirty Management, I wish all the best
Acknowledgment of a previous manager, despite future disagreements

But me and my niggas, we had to do what's best (That's right)
Asserting independence and decision-making ability in the artist's career path

It was a mess, all them taxes and accounts (What?)
Acknowledgment of the behind-the-scenes business difficulties in the music industry

Checks started to bounce, niggas couldn't buy an ounce (Hell yeah)
Description of financial struggles and hardships experienced by the artist and their music group

And now that we platinum, they diss our name (What?)
Discussion of criticism the artist and their music group received even after reaching success

Like we won't go to the car and get them thangs
Implication of potential violence or retaliation towards critics

And beef, sometimes you don't have a choice
Acknowledgment of conflicts and beef that arise naturally in the industry

To the fight with Whitey Ford to the beef with Royce (What?!)
Specific references to past conflicts and beef within the music industry

To the Ja Rules, Benzinos, and niggas in the club
Description of general hostility towards other artists and individuals in the industry

To the e-dubs and niggas you ain't heard of
Acknowledgment of lesser-known or underground artists who also face conflicts and obstacles in the industry

And man, I don't know how to use a gun (Naw)
Concession that he lacks skill in using firearms

But I'll learn quick if the fuckin' beef come!
Implication of potential escalation into violence or retaliation if necessary

Man, I thought this was supposed to be hip hop, hip hop
Introduction of a verse from Eminem, questioning the focus on violence and beef within the hip hop industry

I'd rather be fishin' in flip flops, flip flops
Expression of desire to enjoy a peaceful hobby and lifestyle instead of the violence and conflict associated with hip hop beefs

Or cross over to country like Kid Rock, did, I
Description of a successful rapper who transitioned to a different genre of music

Can't see no country singers beefin' over some guitar
Comparison to a different music genre where there is less frequent conflict and beef

Riff that Willie Nelson lifted from Bob Seger
Specific reference to a musical controversy in the country music genre

When I was younger I was so eager
Transition to Eminem's personal background and experiences in the music industry

To have a gun I would do the same
Description of the desire to own a firearm for protection

Couldn't wait to get to the shootin' range
Excitement and anticipation towards practicing shooting skills at a range

Me and my man Goofy Gary just tryin' to let loose some steam
Description of a friendship and mutual interest in firearms as a stress relief

Muthafuckas laughin' 'cause I couldn't aim
Humorous acknowledgement of his own lack of shooting accuracy

So I'd pull the fuckin' target closer and just shoot the thang
Adaptation and compromise to the situation in order to improve accuracy

I used to have this theory: keep three bullets in the gun
Description of a personal rule for gun safety and self-defense

It was a mandatory year up here in Michigan
Explanation of a local law regarding firearm possession

For each bullet if you got no CCW license
Further description of the law regarding firearm possession in Michigan

I tried to apply for one, they said it'd take 5-6 months
Account of difficulty and time required to obtain a firearm license

What the fuck am I supposed to do mean time when rivals come?
Implication of potential danger and vulnerability without a firearm permit

Hide that sumbitch in the glovebox or inside the trunk
Description of potential illegal action to protect oneself without a firearm license

Now, back to what my three-bullet theory was
Return to the previous topic of the three-bullet rule for firearms

I'm triple platinum, I ain't tryin' to catch no murder one
Acknowledgment of the artist's success and desire to avoid legal trouble or violence

Figured I'd shoot to wound, probably miss with at least one
Description of a preferred method of self-defense with minimal harm to others

But them other two gon' fuck his shoulder and his kneecap up
Further explanation of the harm that would still be inflicted in the case of self-defense

Then I'ma say it's self defense, how come I had the gun
Implication of justification and protection through self-defense and firearms

Was because I was at the range, on my way back from
Description of a potential explanation for carrying a firearm

This dude approached me on some bullshit
Description of a hypothetical or real life scenario of confrontation

I'd get a year for each bullet at the most
Further explanation of the potential legal consequences of using a firearm without a permit

As opposed to havin' a full clip in that
Implicit criticism of carrying more ammunition than necessary for self-defense

That was my idiotic logic, it was basically for safety
Acknowledgment of previous irrational decisions regarding firearm possession

But it gave me power, and it made me crazy
Description of the dangerous mindset that having a firearm can cause

And psychotic, I just got retarded once I got it
Further description of the psychological effects of firearm possession

Thank God it was empty the night that I got caught with it
Gratefulness for avoiding the potential legal and personal consequences of carrying a firearm without a license

What the fuck, man I thought that it was supposed to be...
Conclusion to Eminem's verse, returning to the original question of the focus on violence and weapons in hip hop music