Underground
Cal Scruby Lyrics


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Corbett know I fuck 'em up when the beat drop (yeah, yeah)

Tosh.0, this a lil clip (This a lil clip)
Rip, rip, hit the kill switch (Kill switch)
Y'all got fake plays, I got real hits (Real hits)
Autotune, perfect pitch, and you still miss
Whiff, game over that's a lil flip (Lil flip)
I'm an independent legend, I'm a Will Smith (Will Smith)
Yeah, the jig is up, come pick it up (Pick it up)
Ayy, I'm underground, let's dig it up (Dig it up)

Never big enough, never satisfied
They say "Give it up", that's some bad advice
Had to work, had to sacrifice
This ain't Casa Blanca, this ain't black and white
Space Jam, roll it like it's '96
Freaky Friday the Ferrari, got the body switched
I got her hummin' like some Roddy Ricch
I don't know her man, but he prolly pissed
I keep it Sly like it's Rocky six
And on the low I get the hockey wrist
I'm from the sticks, it's obvious
I'ma slapshot Bobby if he copy this

Tosh.0, this a lil clip (This a lil clip)
Rip, rip, hit the kill switch (Kill switch)
Y'all got fake plays, I got real hits (Real hits)
Autotune, perfect pitch, and you still miss
Whiff, game over that's a lil flip (Lil flip)
I'm an independent legend, I'm a Will Smith (Will Smith, ayy)
Yeah, the jig is up, come pick it up (Pick it up)
Ayy, I'm underground, let's dig it up (Dig it up)

Ayy, whatchu lookin' for?
I'll help you find it (I'll help you find it)
I got the plug with the gas, it's a hybrid
They want 50-50, never signed it (Never signed it)
This a long Tony Hawk grind, should've timed it
I won't let it slide out the side (Out the side)
I don't do it for the simple mind, I designed it
Everything I drop is a reminder (A reminder)
I shut down Ohio way before DeWine did
Ooh, I'm sick, I'm cold, I'm different like Bryson
A trap soul transmission I'm a psychic (Psychic)
A psycho with ambition, you a side kick (Side kick)
You like road transition, yeah
Hit the Death Star and I never left Mars
Like a 30XR when I press start
V12 roarin' like it's Reptar
I'ma catch you even if you get a 20 second head start, hmm

Tosh.0, this a lil clip (This a lil clip)
Rip, rip, hit the kill switch (Kill switch)
Y'all got fake plays, I got real hits (Real hits)
Autotune, perfect pitch, and you still miss
Whiff, game over that's a lil flip (Lil flip)
I'm an independent legend, I'm a Will Smith (Will Smith)




Yeah, the jig is up, come pick it up (Pick it up)
Ayy, I'm underground, let's dig it up (Dig it up)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Cal Scruby's song, Underground, are about his rise to success as an independent artist in the music industry. The chorus asserts his independence as an artist, and his willingness to dig underground to find success. His flow is confident and braggadocious, as he proclaims his status as an underground legend similar to Will Smith or Bobby Fischer. Cal highlights his skills as a lyricist, speaking about the technical aspects of music including autotune, pitch, and perfect timing. He asserts that he has real hits, compared to those who have fake plays or followers. Cal Scruby's song speaks to the journey of an artist in gaining independence and breaking through the ranks as a successful independent artist.


Line by Line Meaning

Corbett know I fuck 'em up when the beat drop (yeah, yeah)
I always deliver with my music and get people hyped when the beat drops.


Tosh.0, this a lil clip (This a lil clip)
My music video is just a small taste of what I got in store.


Rip, rip, hit the kill switch (Kill switch)
My performance is explosive and mind-blowing.


Y'all got fake plays, I got real hits (Real hits)
Others may fake their success, but I can back it up with real talent and hits.


Autotune, perfect pitch, and you still miss
Even with autotune and perfect pitch, some artists still can't match my talent.


Whiff, game over that's a lil flip (Lil flip)
If you can't match my talent, then it's game over for you.


I'm an independent legend, I'm a Will Smith (Will Smith)
I am making waves in the music industry on my own terms, much like Will Smith did for the film industry.


Yeah, the jig is up, come pick it up (Pick it up)
It's time to acknowledge my talent and pick up where others have left off.


Ayy, I'm underground, let's dig it up (Dig it up)
I may be underground, but let's uncover and expose my talent to the world.


Never big enough, never satisfied
I am always striving for more and never settle for anything less.


They say "Give it up", that's some bad advice
Those who doubt my talent and urge me to quit are wrong.


Had to work, had to sacrifice
I put in the effort and made sacrifices to get to where I am today.


This ain't Casa Blanca, this ain't black and white
The music industry can be complicated and unpredictable.


Space Jam, roll it like it's '96
I'm taking it back to the 90s and putting my own spin on things.


Freaky Friday the Ferrari, got the body switched
I'm breaking boundaries and trying new things in my music.


I got her hummin' like some Roddy Ricch
My music has the power to get people feeling all types of emotions.


I don't know her man, but he prolly pissed
My talent is so impressive that it might make someone else jealous.


I keep it Sly like it's Rocky six
My music is tough and gritty, much like the Rocky series.


And on the low I get the hockey wrist
I have a secret talent that is just as impressive as my music.


I'm from the sticks, it's obvious
I come from humble beginnings and worked hard to get where I am today.


I'ma slapshot Bobby if he copy this
If anyone tries to copy or imitate my style, they better watch out.


Ayy, whatchu lookin' for?
I have what it takes to give people what they're searching for in music.


I'll help you find it (I'll help you find it)
I am here to guide and support fans through my music.


I got the plug with the gas, it's a hybrid
I have a unique mix of talent and skills that sets me apart from others.


They want 50-50, never signed it (Never signed it)
I refuse to give in to industry demands and maintain my independence.


This a long Tony Hawk grind, should've timed it
Making it in the music industry is a long and difficult journey.


I won't let it slide out the side (Out the side)
I won't let my talent go unnoticed or ignored.


I don't do it for the simple mind, I designed it
My music is complex and unique and not for those who can't appreciate it.


Everything I drop is a reminder (A reminder)
My music is my legacy and a reminder of my talent and impact.


I shut down Ohio way before DeWine did
I was making waves in Ohio long before any politician could.


Ooh, I'm sick, I'm cold, I'm different like Bryson
I have a unique and distinct sound, much like Bryson Tiller.


A trap soul transmission I'm a psychic (Psychic)
My trap music has a spiritual quality and speaks to people on a deeper level.


A psycho with ambition, you a side kick (Side kick)
I am driven and ambitious, leaving others trailing behind me.


You like road transition, yeah
Others may struggle with transitions, but I handle them with ease.


Hit the Death Star and I never left Mars
I am operating on another level entirely and taking over the music industry.


Like a 30XR when I press start
My music is powerful and explosive from the very beginning.


V12 roarin' like it's Reptar
My music is bold and fierce, much like the character Reptar from Rugrats.


I'ma catch you even if you get a 20 second head start, hmm
My talent is undeniable and will catch up to anyone who tries to compete with me.




Writer(s): Calvin Scruby

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@JAMARISPEAKS

s/o mac miller inspo with the coffin

@cglean69

💀💀

@dillionchatmsn6349

He gonna end up the same, just watch..

@chaosembodiment9395

@Dillion Chatmsn naw. He definitely more aware of the pit falls. You can tell. Unfortunately probably from watching others fall into it.

We can be mad at their choices, but I'll never forget the lessons they taught with their actions and voices...

@madalitsomwanza2218

Ayo no need to go there😔🤚🏾😭

@TrTriTrippin

@Dillion Chatmsn mac was mixing uppers and downers...its practiclly suicide....mac said that even, so...

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@TraceBrown

Love how the credits are 4 people including the artist... and it’s still better than 90% of mainstream videos with million dollar budgets.

@playlistchannel23

Because he does this out of love and compassion, not for money <3

@charlesoliver1223

Look up tom macdonald

@OsrsDillon

I wonder if he likes Mac Miller reminds me of his videos.

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