bad guy
Cal Scruby Lyrics
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When I feel the love, they hate again
Gotta make ends and make amends
Pay cash when I'm payin' for my sins
Can you bury me alive inside a Benz?
I'ma need four seats I brought my friends
And we built this shit, if it all fall down
That's why I'm talkin' fast inside the Sprinter van
Methamphetamine addicted man
Speedin' Leo catch me if you can
Slowing down and stopping not the plan
Thought I had it mapped like I'm Magellan
Makin' moves inside the cerebellum
If you know the secret, never tell 'em
Fuck the motherfuckers, they get jealous
Why you buy the bullshit they been sellin'?
Purple in the chalice, Donatella
You get mad at me for reaching goals
I get mad at you for reaching ceilings
Talking to me like I'm not a human
Like I never felt the way you feelin'
I guess if I gotta play the villain
I'ma sign a deal and make a killin'
Whoa, guess I gotta be the bad guy (bad guy)
Bitch, you ain't Denzel, you ain't 'bout that life (that life)
I be on this side, you be on that side (you be on that side)
Don't cross that line, don't cross that line
Thinkin' back, way back, from the start of it
Before I ever wrote a song and recorded it
I remember where I was when I thought of it
I was in the same race you've been caught up in
Had lil' drug money and an Ottoman
I drinkin' cheap liquor, smokin' Parliaments
Ever since then I've been goin' harder than '06 Dwyane Wade
'06 Dwayne Carter shit, damn
I wanted to quit thank God I did not
I had to learn how to handle shit top
Let them mourn more than a Phantom hip hop
You a little boy, that shit's a KIDZ BOP (Huh?)
Chill for a minute, I did just that and you still don't get it
I admit it I was lookin' for a deal, six figures
Could've got me for a steal, but they didn't
Now I got no time when the phone ring
'Cept when it's big bro with the OGs
Lotta people tell people that they know me
Where were you when I was living off 14th?
Went way back then kept it lowkey
Know no TO, put in OT
I'ma young Pete Rose with the hits
Got it like this, I'm the only one that's putting money on my own team
Whoa, guess I gotta be the bad guy (bad guy)
Bitch, you ain't Denzel, you ain't 'bout that life (that life)
I be on this side, you be on that side (you be on that side)
Don't cross that line, don't cross that line
Guess I gotta be the bad buy
Bitch, you ain't Denzel, you ain't 'bout that life
I be on this side, you be on that side
Don't cross that line, don't cross that line
In "Bad Guy," Cal Scruby reflects on his experiences living a polarizing life. He finds himself in a position where he is loved by some while hated by others. Despite being a target of scrutiny, Cal is determined to achieve success while making amends for his past mistakes. He acknowledges the people who have stood by him through thick and thin, stating that they would take a charge for him if necessary. Scruby raps about the fast-paced lifestyle he leads, fueled by the addiction to methamphetamine. He recognizes that he has enemies who are jealous of his achievements and are trying to bring him down. In response, Cal denounces the negativity, buys into the materialistic world and becomes the "bad guy" to achieve his goals.
Throughout the song, Cal Scruby gives an account of his journey from humble beginnings to the present. He points out that he has come a long way from being a young man with little money trying to make it in the music industry. He has faced several temptations and obstacles, including wanting to quit and seeking a deal to elevate his status. However, Scruby is resolute in his quest to achieve greatness, and he believes that being the "bad guy" is inevitable.
The song "Bad Guy" is an anthem for anyone who feels like they are not understood, criticized, or judged. It embodies the resilience necessary to overcome the challenges that come with being a public figure, regardless of the scrutiny from outsiders.
Line by Line Meaning
I live life through a polarizing lens
My view of things is extreme and creates divisions
When I feel the love, they hate again
Every time I get love, it's followed by hate
Gotta make ends and make amends
I have to make money and fix my past mistakes
Pay cash when I'm payin' for my sins
Instead of asking for forgiveness, I pay with cash
Can you bury me alive inside a Benz?
I want to be buried in a luxurious car
I'ma need four seats I brought my friends
I need all the seats, so my friends can come too
And we built this shit, if it all fall down
We made everything we have, and if it collapses, we'll be there
They would all take a charge in my defence
My friends would defend me, even if they get charged
That's why I'm talkin' fast inside the Sprinter van
I'm discussing important stuff, while on the move
Methamphetamine addicted man
I'm dealing with a drug addict
Speedin' Leo catch me if you can
I'm fast, and the police can't catch me
Slowing down and stopping not the plan
I don't plan to slow down or stop
Thought I had it mapped like I'm Magellan
I thought I had everything figured out like a famous explorer
Makin' moves inside the cerebellum
I'm making calculated decisions in my brain
If you know the secret, never tell 'em
If you know something valuable, don't tell anyone
Fuck the motherfuckers, they get jealous
I don't care about people who are envious of me
Why you buy the bullshit they been sellin'?
Why do you believe the lies that they've been saying?
Purple in the chalice, Donatella
I'm smoking weed with luxurious fashion
You get mad at me for reaching goals
You're angry with me for being successful
I get mad at you for reaching ceilings
I'm angry with you for limiting yourself
Talking to me like I'm not a human
You're treating me like I'm not a person with feelings
Like I never felt the way you feelin'
You're disregarding my emotions and experiences
I guess if I gotta play the villain
I'll be the bad guy if that's what it takes
I'ma sign a deal and make a killin'
I'll make a lot of money by signing a contract
Whoa, guess I gotta be the bad guy (bad guy)
Looks like I have no choice but to be the antagonist
Bitch, you ain't Denzel, you ain't 'bout that life (that life)
You're not tough like Denzel Washington in 'Training Day'
I be on this side, you be on that side (you be on that side)
I'm on my side, and you're on your side
Don't cross that line, don't cross that line
Stay in your lane and don't interfere with me
Thinkin' back, way back, from the start of it
Reflecting on how it began, from a long time ago
Before I ever wrote a song and recorded it
Before I created music and put it out
I remember where I was when I thought of it
Recalling the moment of inspiration for my music
I was in the same race you've been caught up in
I was in the same situation as you are now
Had lil' drug money and an Ottoman
I had only a little drug money and a cheap chair
I drinkin' cheap liquor, smokin' Parliaments
I was drinking inexpensive alcohol and smoking cheap cigarettes
Ever since then I've been goin' harder than '06 Dwyane Wade
I've been working much harder than Dwayne Wade in 2006
'06 Dwayne Carter shit, damn
I'm working hard like Lil Wayne did in 2006
I wanted to quit thank God I did not
I thought about giving up, but I'm glad I didn't
I had to learn how to handle shit top
I had to learn how to manage difficult situations well
Let them mourn more than a Phantom hip hop
Let people be upset more than a Rolls-Royce Phantom in hip hop
You a little boy, that shit's a KIDZ BOP (Huh?)
You're immature, and that stuff is for children's music
Chill for a minute, I did just that and you still don't get it
I took a break, but you still don't understand
I admit it I was lookin' for a deal, six figures
I was searching for a contract worth six figures
Could've got me for a steal, but they didn't
They could've given me a cheap contract, but they didn't
Now I got no time when the phone ring
I'm too busy to answer the phone every time it rings
'Cept when it's big bro with the OGs
Except when my older brother and the original gangsters call
Lotta people tell people that they know me
Many people claim that they know me
Where were you when I was living off 14th?
Where were you when I was struggling to survive on 14th street?
Went way back then kept it lowkey
In the past, I kept it quiet
Know no TO, put in OT
I don't know the city, but I'm still working hard
I'ma young Pete Rose with the hits
I'm successful and talented like baseball player Pete Rose
Got it like this, I'm the only one that's putting money on my own team
I'm the only one investing in myself and my success
Whoa, guess I gotta be the bad guy (bad guy)
Looks like I'm the villain in this story
Bitch, you ain't Denzel, you ain't 'bout that life (that life)
You're not as tough as Denzel Washington's character in 'Training Day'
I be on this side, you be on that side (you be on that side)
I'm on my side, and you're on your side
Don't cross that line, don't cross that line
Don't interfere with me, stay on your side
Writer(s): Calvin Scruby
Contributed by Chase T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jeraldwolfe549
I was born on that line. Power comes from the daker side. Knowledge comes from the light. Wisdom is found when the power seeks the knowledge.
@Tydyebeats
Cal is so fucking underrated, been spitting fire for a min.
@SativaLungz
He was great on Workaholics, but this is next level
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@noahsalas7109
Legit. This man doesn't inspire me. Instead he makes me want to quit trying. So damn intelligent, and gifted.
@Honoraoraora
@@noahsalas7109 same
@2lone_
The depth of Lyrics, delivery and flow are crazy on this you just in the seat of the beat so effortlessly 🔥🔥 def looking forward to more cal
@ryanmorton3801
Bad ass review..... so true. Depth... Flow... Flawless!
@codycooper9293
Underrated af. Cal should be WAY higher on people's lists