Talk About It
Blimes and Gab Lyrics


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GAB:
If I'm gonna bite the bullet,
then I gotta have the guts to hold the Wess & pull it,
Niggas saying I should cool it like I'm leaking coolant,
I'm the coolest nigga in the pulpit,
Aiin't nobody like me, do it up like Nike
So I made the shoe fit,
I'm too nice but at the same time I give two shits,
I'm Maita'i in the true sense,
I Mike Ty with the guys put the P in Y,T like Ali, shit
Speak like a beatnik, streets been deep check the cement,
Anything come past me better be decent,
On me, I'm gone be problem,
So if you picking me you win the lotto,
I'll get bottle, pop the champagne & pink moscato,
Celebrating just to see tomorrow,
cause I done rode shotgun in a Datsun with El Diablo,
Made it out the gallows riding out the chop shop in a drop top Eldorado.

HOOK:
B: Man I seen a lot of shit & I can talk about it
G: I climbed myself up out a ditch, yeah I can talk about it
B: If you speaking from the ribs, we can talk about it
G: I've had to come up off the hip, don't wanna talk about it
B: Talk about it
G: Talk about it.
B: I had to see it for myself so I could talk about it
G: Talk about it
B: Talk about it
G: Bet it all if I lose I can live without it

BLIMES:
Put some bass in your voice if you speaking on it.
From the rib cage with the nois, that's a key component
To see each opponent's face with ya sneaker on it
And gain strength by reflecting on your weakest moments.
Papa was a rolling stone.
Always dipping loading zone
Macaulay Culkin home alone
Didn't see him much
Mama was a warrior, didn't wanna worry her,
But I moved work like currier truck.
Earned creed, got calibur She-
Dodged challengers
But they learned lessons when they battled her.
Infallible in victory, fact check the history
On my Wilson Pickettry.
Mustang Sami with the Little League.
I learned the game young like kickball
BBKing Signature on my pick guard
Bonnie Raitt heald a baby in the green room
Huey Lewis and The News.
Blues is her prelude.

HOOK:
B: Man I seen a lot of shit & I can talk about it
G: I climbed myself up out a ditch, yeah I can talk about it
B: If you speaking from the ribs, we can talk about it
G: I've had to come up off the hip, don't wanna talk about it
B: Talk about it
G: Talk about it.
B: I had to see it for myself so I could talk about it
G: Talk about it
B: Talk about it
G: Bet it all if I lose I can live without it

BRIDGE
(Scratches by DJ Dubplates)
Bet it all if I
Talk about it
Bet it all if I
In the game young like
Bet it
Bet it all
Talk about It
Drop top El Dorado
Put some Bass in ya voice
Bass in ya
Drop top El Dorado
Bet it all
Talk about it
Talk about it

HOOK:
B: Man I seen a lot of shit & I can talk about it
G: I climbed myself up out a ditch, yeah I can talk about it
B: If you speaking from the ribs, we can talk about it
G: I've had to come up off the hip, don't wanna talk about it
B: Talk about it
G: Talk about it.
B: I had to see it for myself so I could talk about it
G: Talk about it




B: Talk about it
G: Bet it all if I lose I can live without it

Overall Meaning

In the first verse, Gab starts by saying that if he's going to take a risk or face a difficult situation (bite the bullet), he needs to have the courage to act on it and take control (hold the Wess, referring to a weapon). He acknowledges that some people may advise him to be cautious and calm down (cool it), but he considers himself the coolest person in his position (in the pulpit, meaning in the spotlight or a position of influence). He asserts his uniqueness and ability to handle things like the brand Nike handles its business, fitting into any situation (making the shoe fit). He mentions that while he is talented and confident, he also doesn't really care about others' opinions (I give two shits). He references Maita'i, a Polynesian cocktail, indicating that he is genuine and authentic in himself, and compares himself to Mike Tyson's dominance in boxing (I Mike Ty with the guys). He also emphasizes the importance of being honest and real (put the P in Y,T like Ali, shit). Gab expresses that he speaks like a beatnik, implying that his words carry depth and meaning. He demands that anything coming his way should be worthwhile and valuable (better be decent). He further describes himself as a problem that others might have to deal with if they choose him (I'm gone be problem) and compares picking him to winning the lottery. Finally, he tells a story about surviving dangerous situations (riding out the chop shop in a drop-top Eldorado) to celebrate life and ensure a better tomorrow.


In the hook, Blimes and Gab take turns expressing their experiences and their ability to discuss them. Blimes states that she has witnessed a lot of challenging moments and she can openly talk about them. Gab shares that he has climbed out of a difficult situation and he can also discuss it. They both invite others to speak from their own personal experiences (ribs is a metaphor for deep within oneself). However, Gab states that, although he has had to resort to violence in the past to defend himself (come up off the hip), he prefers not to talk about it. They both emphasize the importance of talking about real-life experiences and using them as a way to grow and learn.


In Blimes' verse, she encourages individuals to confidently express themselves when talking about their experiences (put some bass in your voice). She mentions the rib cage as a metaphorical place where emotions and vulnerability reside and says that it's essential to share these moments (a key component). She also describes gaining strength by reflecting on one's weakest moments and using them as a source of power (gain strength by reflecting on your weakest moments). Blimes then shares brief stories about her parents, specifically her absent father who was always on the move (Papa was a rolling stone) and her hardworking mother who she didn't want to burden with her problems. Despite the challenges she faced, she persisted and worked hard (moved work like currier truck). She talks about how she overcame obstacles and defeated opponents in her pursuit of success (they learned lessons when they battled her) and asserts her infallibility in victory. Blimes references various musical influences and experiences from her youth, implying that she emerged from a diverse and musically rich background.


The bridge is mainly scratched by DJ Dubplates, adding a musical and rhythmic element to the song. It reinforces the themes of the verses and creates a memorable chorus-like effect. The bridge repeats the phrases "bet it all if I" and "talk about it" to emphasize the willingness to take risks and openly discuss one's experiences. The line "in the game young like" suggests that they have been involved in challenging situations from a young age and have learned to navigate them. The bridge also repeats the line about the drop-top Eldorado, referring to the story told in Gab's verse about riding out dangerous situations in a convertible car.


Overall, the lyrics of "Talk About It" emphasize the importance of openly discussing one's experiences, both the challenging and overcoming moments. Blimes and Gab celebrate their ability to talk about their pasts, acknowledging that they have faced difficult situations but have grown stronger as a result. They encourage others to do the same, to reflect on their own stories and find strength in their vulnerabilities. The song also touches on themes of authenticity, uniqueness, confidence, and perseverance in the face of adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

If I'm gonna bite the bullet, then I gotta have the guts to hold the Wess & pull it
If I'm going to face a difficult situation, I need to gather the courage to take action.


Niggas saying I should cool it like I'm leaking coolant
People advise me to calm down as if I'm losing control.


I'm the coolest nigga in the pulpit
I am the most impressive person in my field.


Aiin't nobody like me, do it up like Nike
There is no one else like me, I excel like the brand Nike.


So I made the shoe fit
I adapted to the situation.


I'm too nice but at the same time I give two shits
I am kind-hearted, yet I also maintain a sense of indifference.


I'm Maita'i in the true sense
I am truly exceptional.


I Mike Ty with the guys put the P in Y,T like Ali, shit
I excel in boxing like Mike Tyson and rhyme with the rhythm like Muhammad Ali.


Speak like a beatnik, streets been deep check the cement
I speak like an influential member of the beatnik subculture, as the streets have impacted me deeply.


Anything come past me better be decent
Anything that crosses my path must meet a certain level of quality.


On me, I'm gone be problem
If you challenge me, you will encounter trouble.


So if you picking me you win the lotto
Choosing me is like winning a lottery.


I'll get bottle, pop the champagne & pink moscato
I will celebrate with champagne and pink moscato.


Celebrating just to see tomorrow
I am celebrating life itself and the hope for a new day.


cause I done rode shotgun in a Datsun with El Diablo
I have experienced dangerous situations in a car with a person named El Diablo.


Made it out the gallows riding out the chop shop in a drop top Eldorado
I survived a risky situation by escaping in a stolen convertible.


I climbed myself up out a ditch, yeah I can talk about it
I managed to improve my situation, so I can openly discuss it.


I've had to come up off the hip, don't wanna talk about it
I had to rely on my own resources and don't want to discuss the details.


Put some bass in your voice if you speaking on it
Project strength and confidence while mentioning the topic.


From the rib cage with the noise, that's a key component
Expressing oneself genuinely and passionately is crucial.


To see each opponent's face with ya sneaker on it
To confront every adversary head-on and assertively.


And gain strength by reflecting on your weakest moments
Find inner strength by acknowledging and learning from one's vulnerabilities.


Papa was a rolling stone, always dipping loading zone
My father was always moving around, never staying in one place for long.


Macaulay Culkin home alone, didn't see him much
Like Macaulay Culkin in the movie Home Alone, I didn't spend much time with my father.


Mama was a warrior, didn't wanna worry her
My mother was a strong and resilient woman, and I didn't want to cause her unnecessary concern.


But I moved work like currier truck
I worked diligently and efficiently like a delivery truck.


Earned creed, got calibur, she-dodged challengers
I gained respect and skill, and my mother avoided confrontations.


But they learned lessons when they battled her
Those who underestimated and challenged my mother faced the consequences.


Infallible in victory, fact check the history
I never lose in triumph, so you can verify it in the records.


On my Wilson Pickettry
In the same way as Wilson Pickett, I achieve success.


Mustang Sami with the Little League
I am a powerful force, just like Mustang Sami in the Little League.


I learned the game young like kickball
I learned the ways of life at a young age, just like playing kickball.


BBKing Signature on my pick guard
I am highly skilled at playing the guitar, just like BBKing.


Bonnie Raitt held a baby in the green room
Bonnie Raitt, a musician, took care of a child in the backstage area.


Huey Lewis and The News, blues is her prelude
Huey Lewis and The News, influenced by blues music, sets the mood for her performance.


I had to see it for myself so I could talk about it
I had to personally witness the experiences to be able to speak about them.


Bet it all if I lose I can live without it
I am willing to risk everything, as I can survive even if I fail.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Samantha McDonald, Louis Bartolini, Gabrielle Kadushin, Christian Scott Condos

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