Baptism
Blimes and Gab Lyrics


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GAB:
We do this shit the Luther way,
sharp shoot and march through ya crew it has nothing to do with MLK,
burning sage lit the way through the disarray,
hit the stage blazed made em raise & come out to play

BLIMES:
Y'all been taking double Ls like you hang around a J
You're not down to blaze with two girlies from around the way
Can't leave rap alone we got hella ground to break
and most these bitches motives fishier than rainbow trout soufflΓ©

GAB:
Clout is gay, asked Blimes, she said that's okay to say,
cause now a days you on watch like 40 in A Major Way.
People sending shots but it don't phase me, bitch I eat those,
I spit back flames that leave stains like Hot Cheetos.

BLIMES:
I'm the daughter of a Warrior Laila Al.
My city raised a G, never will you play my team.
I'm Draymond Green, Curry with the free throws.
Thai iced tea. Is you beefin bitch? I might be.

GAB:
You'd have to reach a mountain peak to get as high as me,
the way I C is like piano keys, you ain't playing next to G's,
you don't have the type of bags to handle all these groceries,
I have these niggas breaking backs for me on they bended knees

BLIMES:
To put it all out on the table like a centerpiece:
the shots you take play slow, I guess they're rendering.
We keep a thousand feet in front of you just like a centipede.
90s energy, like Keanu Reeves in denim jeans.

GAB:
Most cats don't know that we will rap,
circles round you Urkels that is no cap. I'm Kirk Cap.
My fleet strapped. You peeped that.
Take em back to earth give em a dirt nap.
Got yo mama dusting off her church hat

BLIMES:
I heard that.
I'm Raven I have vision. Its badminton.
Make the birdie fly. Your whole message is half written.
My gas tank has a match in it.
The bar hath risen. This ain't the intro, this a baptism.

Warrior.
My mama raised a Warrior.
My papa raised a Warrior.




My mama raised a Warrior.
Oooh My papa raised a Warrior.

Overall Meaning

The song "Baptism" by Blimes and Gab showcases the duo's confidence and pride in their rap ability, their backgrounds, and their city. In the first verse, Gab references Martin Luther and Malcolm X, indicating that their approach to rap is powerful and aggressive. They burn sage to light the way through the disarray, suggesting they use tools of spirituality to guide them through difficult times. Blimes adds that they are "girlies from around the way" who are not afraid to take on the male-dominated industry of rap. They use wordplay and metaphors to express their dominance, claiming that other rappers are taking double Ls (losses) and their motives are suspicious. The chorus, "My mama raised a warrior. My papa raised a warrior" emphasizes the strength and resilience that they have inherited from their parents and community.


In the second verse, Gab asserts that she is unbothered by those who try to come after her with their own shots, and in fact, she spits back flames that leave stains like Hot Cheetos. Blimes describes herself as a basketball player, using analogies of Draymond Green and Steph Curry to indicate her precision and accuracy. The duo continues to use wordplay and metaphors throughout the verse, using the imagery of mountains and centipedes to emphasize their superiority over their competitors. In the final line, Blimes declares that this is not just an introduction, but a baptism, indicating their commitment to their craft and their place in the rap game.


Line by Line Meaning

We do this shit the Luther way,
We are doing things the way Martin Luther King Jr. did, which means we are going to be assertive and not wait around for change to come.


sharp shoot and march through ya crew it has nothing to do with MLK,
We will move forward aggressively and not give up, even if it means facing opposition. This is not peaceful like MLK's methods.


burning sage lit the way through the disarray,
We are using the power of sage to cleanse our path and lead us through the confusion.


hit the stage blazed made em raise & come out to play
We took the stage and performed so well that we got the crowd excited and energized.


Y'all been taking double Ls like you hang around a J
You have been losing twice as much as you have been winning, like someone who hangs around a person with a name starting with 'J'.


You're not down to blaze with two girlies from around the way
You are not willing to smoke weed with two women from the neighborhood.


Can't leave rap alone we got hella ground to break
We cannot stop rapping because there is so much potential to advance and succeed in this industry.


and most these bitches motives fishier than rainbow trout soufflΓ©
Most of the women in this environment have suspicious intentions, like a dish with a suspiciously uncommon combination of ingredients.


Clout is gay, asked Blimes, she said that's okay to say,
Having a lot of influence and popularity is not important or impressive, and Blimes is fine with admitting that.


cause now a days you on watch like 40 in A Major Way.
In today's world, you have to be very careful and pay attention to how you're perceived, like how rapper 40 had to watch out for his image in his hit song.


People sending shots but it don't phase me, bitch I eat those,
People are trying to harm me, but I am not affected by their hate and criticism, and in fact, I use it to fuel my progress.


I spit back flames that leave stains like Hot Cheetos.
I retaliate with powerful messages that are impactful and memorable, like the red stains that Hot Cheetos leave on your fingers.


I'm the daughter of a Warrior Laila Al.
My mother is a strong, fierce woman named Laila, and I have inherited that same spirit and strength.


My city raised a G, never will you play my team.
I come from a tough city that instilled a sense of grit and toughness in me, and I will always be on top and not let anyone bring me down.


I'm Draymond Green, Curry with the free throws.
I am a versatile, multi-talented athlete and artist, like basketball players Draymond Green and Steph Curry.


Thai iced tea. Is you beefin bitch? I might be.
I am different and unique, like the drink Thai iced tea. I might be feuding with someone, but I am not afraid of the conflict.


You'd have to reach a mountain peak to get as high as me,
It is impossible to reach my level of success and achievements, as I am at the peak of my abilities.


the way I C is like piano keys, you ain't playing next to G's,
The way I see things is incredible and unique, like the keys on a piano. You are not at the same level as me.


you don't have the type of bags to handle all these groceries,
You do not have the skills, knowledge or resources to handle such a complex and difficult situation, just as someone without enough bags cannot handle lots of groceries.


I have these niggas breaking backs for me on they bended knees
I have people willing to do anything for me, even if it means getting on their knees and working hard.


To put it all out on the table like a centerpiece:
To be fully transparent and honest with our intentions and agenda.


the shots you take play slow, I guess they're rendering.
The insults you throw at us are not effective and are taking a long time to sink in.


We keep a thousand feet in front of you just like a centipede.
We are always ahead of the game, like a centipede with multiple legs.


90s energy, like Keanu Reeves in denim jeans.
We have a vibe and style reminiscent of the 90s, like actor Keanu Reeves' look during that era.


Most cats don't know that we will rap,
Many people doubt our potential and ability to rap.


circles round you Urkels that is no cap. I'm Kirk Cap.
We are outperforming and outranking those who underestimate us, like the character Steve Urkel in the TV show 'Family Matters'.


My fleet strapped. You peeped that.
We have a lot of support, and our fans are always with us, as shown by the numerous people supporting us.


Take em back to earth give em a dirt nap.
We will bring our opponents back to reality and defeat them.


Got yo mama dusting off her church hat
We are causing shock and awe amongst even the most conservative and religious of people.


I heard that.
I am aware and I acknowledge that.


I'm Raven I have vision. Its badminton.
I am intuitive and have a keen sense of direction, like the mythical creature Raven. Life is like a game of badminton.


Make the birdie fly. Your whole message is half written.
We aim to succeed and go beyond just a mediocre message, like making the shuttlecock fly in badminton. We see through your incomplete and inadequate message.


My gas tank has a match in it.
We have lots of power and energy, ready to ignite and explode.


The bar hath risen.
The standards have been raised, and we have to increase our efforts to reach them.


This ain't the intro, this a baptism.
This is not just the beginning, but a cleansing and rebirth, similar to a spiritual baptism.


Warrior. My mama raised a Warrior. My papa raised a Warrior. My mama raised a Warrior. Oooh My papa raised a Warrior.
I come from a family of fighters and tough people who have instilled strength and courage in me from a young age.




Lyrics Β© O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: SIDNEY CHARLES MOORE

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You two are criminally underrated.
Real hip hop, real flow.

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Both of them are mad dope

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I haven't been able to stop listening to this song since it came out. Y'all both have so much swag it makes ME feel more confident lol

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SO SLEPT ON. My dream is to meet and work with y'all. Such an inspiration. 2 of the best female artists in the game right now. This song is going on my playlist ASAPPPPPPP.

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