In the Air
Blade Brown Lyrics
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Niggas talking like I'm sittin' with grub in the flat (huh?)
Chatty patty bruddas, they loving the chat (love it)
I'm with a ten ten thing and she rubbing my back (ah)
You really think I give a fuck about a top ten? (nah)
Boy, if we're talkin' bar for bar, brudda top ten (trust)
How they rapping 'bout tools but don't pop them? (how?)
How they rapping 'bout jewels but don't drop gems? (how?)
Can't be juggin' every second, boy, you're gonna get spun
Plus the game ain't the same, you're gonna get crumbs
Man, it's comin' like a setup and we know the outcome (know)
I feel it in the air (air), they ain't playin' fair (nah)
Handshake ain't matchin' the smile and the stare (ain't)
You couldn't walk a mile in my Air's
Had some trials and some mares and I'm standin' right here
They ain't rubbing me out (nah), I'm no fuckin' martyr
I move with the times, do things a little smarter
We gave them the answer, BXB bossa
Plenty more coming, please chill, that's a starter
And free all my brudda's that's stuck in the slammer (yeah)
'Cause black lives matter (yeah), and trap lives matter
A man tryna feed his fam, yeah, that life matters (trust)
Everybody wanna judge but all I hear is the chatter
Give a fuck about a blogger, talkin' on pages
I've been payin' wages for ages (ages)
Settin' up stores, nah, this ain't just a phases
Somethin' I was raised with, that, "Go get money everyday shit"
Put me in the booth and I give you the truth (I will)
Put me in the coupe and I'm liftin' the roof
Came a long way from screamin' out, "Gimme the loot"
Niggas tellin' lies on me
Tell 'em, "Gimme the proof" (gimme the proof)
Blade Brown's "In the Air" explores the theme of rumors and loyalty, as the rapper addresses the unfounded stories circulating around his name. In the opening lines, Blade Brown emphasizes the fact that these rumors are not true, while contrasting himself with those who talk casually about his life. The next set of lines demonstrates Blade Brown's lyrical excellence, as he asks how some rappers can rap about tools and jewels without actually living that life. The chorus of the song portrays Blade Brown's sense of foreboding, represented by the air, as he senses that something is not right about his surroundings. This could be linked to the rumors and his feeling of being watched everywhere he goes, leading him to be cautious and aware of those around him.
Blade Brown then switches up his flow, reflecting on his past trials and challenges that he has overcome. He highlights his resilience by stating that they have not been able to "rub him out" despite the castigations and lies peddled around his name. He also stresses that he has adapted to the changing times without losing his edge, advocating for a more structured and strategic approach to maneuvering in the game. Blade Brown further calls on the theme of solidarity, mentioning the plight of his brothers who are locked up and the importance of acknowledging that black (and trap) lives matter. The final lines of the song reveal Blade Brown's commitment to his craft, emphasizing the truth in his lyrics and his ability to elevate to higher levels despite past circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
So many rumours on my name and ain't none of them facts (none)
There are many rumors being spread about me, but none of them are true
Niggas talking like I'm sittin' with grub in the flat (huh?)
People are gossiping about me as if I'm involved in shady activities
Chatty patty bruddas, they loving the chat (love it)
My haters love to talk behind my back and spread rumors
I'm with a ten ten thing and she rubbing my back (ah)
I'm with a gorgeous woman who's giving me a back rub and it feels good
You really think I give a fuck about a top ten? (nah)
I don't care about being in the top ten charts
Boy, if we're talkin' bar for bar, brudda top ten (trust)
But if we're talking about lyrical skills, I'm definitely in the top ten
How they rapping 'bout tools but don't pop them? (how?)
I wonder why rappers keep rapping about weapons they never use
How they rapping 'bout jewels but don't drop gems? (how?)
Or about valuable life lessons they never share with their fans
I told my brother, "Man, it's all about runs"
I advised my friend that success comes from making lots of money
Can't be juggin' every second, boy, you're gonna get spun
But you can't hustle all the time, or you'll eventually get caught by the authorities
Plus the game ain't the same, you're gonna get crumbs
Moreover, the rap industry has changed, and it's hard to make good money these days
Man, it's comin' like a setup and we know the outcome (know)
It feels like we're being set up for failure, and we know what will happen
I feel it in the air (air), they ain't playin' fair (nah)
I sense that something is not right and some people are being dishonest
Handshake ain't matchin' the smile and the stare (ain't)
Their body language and facial expression don't match what they're saying
You couldn't walk a mile in my Air's
You can't understand my life experiences and struggles
Had some trials and some mares and I'm standin' right here
I've been through some tough times and hardships, but I'm still standing strong
They ain't rubbing me out (nah), I'm no fuckin' martyr
They can't bring me down, and I'm not going to be a victim
I move with the times, do things a little smarter
I'm adapting to the changing industry and becoming more strategic
We gave them the answer, BXB bossa
We're giving them the solution, which is to follow BXB bossa's lead
Plenty more coming, please chill, that's a starter
We have many more good things planned, so don't worry, this is just the beginning
And free all my brudda's that's stuck in the slammer (yeah)
I want all my friends who are in prison to be released
'Cause black lives matter (yeah), and trap lives matter
I believe that the lives of black people and those involved in the trap lifestyle are important and should be valued
A man tryna feed his fam, yeah, that life matters (trust)
I respect anyone who's trying to provide for their family, and that lifestyle matters too
Everybody wanna judge but all I hear is the chatter
People love to criticize others, but all they do is talk behind their backs
Give a fuck about a blogger, talkin' on pages
I don't care about bloggers who only talk online
I've been payin' wages for ages (ages)
I've been employing people and paying them for a long time
Settin' up stores, nah, this ain't just a phases
I'm not just doing this temporarily, I'm in this for the long haul
Somethin' I was raised with, that, "Go get money everyday shit"
This lifestyle is something I learned from my upbringing, the mentality of making money every day
Put me in the booth and I give you the truth (I will)
When I'm in the recording booth, I always tell the truth in my lyrics
Put me in the coupe and I'm liftin' the roof
When I'm in my car, I'm blasting my music so loud that it feels like the roof is lifting off
Came a long way from screamin' out, "Gimme the loot"
I've come a long way since my early days of trying to make money by any means necessary
Niggas tellin' lies on me
People are spreading lies about me
Tell 'em, "Gimme the proof" (gimme the proof)
I challenge them to provide evidence to support their claims
Writer(s): Jonathan Wrate
Contributed by Julia D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@afroshalion4825
Blade makes a brudda with a clean record wanna run food
@ConvictionFN
like me Killy you know you know 🔥🤜🏻
@NORTH2K7
For every 1 blade brown there’s 1000 man siting in jail. Be wise bro
@cannabisjones5330
This guy 😂😂😂😂😂
@boyjohnson1823
Yess 😂🔥
@ttttt9702
Not worth it bro took me a short jail sentence to realise life’s too short to be risking sitting in cells it’s mad boring in there
@seydz.3rd
Been in the game for 13 summers and he’s still relevant, we can’t let him go🙏
@TemperBrukka
14*
@seydz.3rd
Tony Brown yh
@sz7472
Around 14 15 still I have one of his songs on my like list from 15 years ago