Campana is the lead vocalist of Seattle’s collaborative effort Cosmos. COSMOS has had a great couple years in Seattle playing at nationally renowned festivals such as Capitol Hill Block Party, Bumbershoot and Sasquatch! Music Festival to name a few. They initially garnered attention from winning EMP’s (now MoPOP) Battle of the Bands competition in 2016 and since have been receiving attention all across the globe.
In 2017, they were one of nine bands in the nation selected to be apart MUSICOLOGY—a battle of the bands event hosted at Prince’s Paisley Park Estate in Chanhassen, MN. To keep the momentum pushing, they released their debut mixtape MOONSHINE in March 2017, which is now available for streaming everywhere. You can check out the entirety of his creations via www.campana.zone
Bully
Campana Lyrics
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Why you lookin at me like I owe you? I don't know you
Look at all the cash i blow thru. Thought i told you
Ain’t you motherfuckin go to, on my own fool
Make myself the CEO too,
Lookin like you wanna pop some? It’s not an option
Really you dont wanna problem, i get it poppin
I got that 808 that’s knockin, hit like a rocket
Chorus:
I’m a bully when it come to my bread
You telling me don’t let shit get to my head
Well it’s too late now i can’t even pretend
Yeah i be killing em, now all my friends, all my friends dead
Verse:
Get the bread, i’m breaking it with my kin
Get the cash bring it back, just a stroke from the pen
It’s the flick of the wrist, walking with limp off the fifth
Am i all in? it depends
Now my palm got the itch, feigning for the money, what a wonderful addiction
Your girl won’t keep away, say she loving my ambition
Word is bond, james; bars got me on a mission
Check the intuition,
i saw it from a mile away, it’s Like a premonition,
the boy been had the drive before the
remix to ignition
Keys in the ignition, whipping, doing donuts, while i’m dishing
My momma saying this is wild behavior for a christian
I can’t disagree, but end of day, i bow my head and i repent
Gotta pay this rent,
Niggas round the way call me camp, like a tent
Try to box me out, I find a way to circumvent,
In Campana's song "Bully," the lyrics delve into themes of confidence, power, success, and the consequences of obtaining wealth. The opening lines, "Why you lookin at me like I owe you? I don't know you. Look at all the cash I blow thru. Thought I told you. Ain’t you motherfuckin go to, on my own fool. Make myself the CEO too," establish a confrontational tone. The singer questions why someone is looking at them with a sense of entitlement or expectation, emphasizing their independence and self-made success. They also assert their authority and status as the CEO of their own life.
The chorus, "I’m a bully when it come to my bread. You telling me don’t let shit get to my head. Well it’s too late now I can’t even pretend. Yeah I be killing em, now all my friends, all my friends dead," reveals a sense of pride and dominance. The singer compares their aggressive pursuit of financial success to that of a bully, suggesting a willingness to overpower or intimidate others in order to achieve their goals. The phrase "all my friends dead" may figuratively imply that the singer has distanced themselves from others who may have tried to hold them back or doubted their abilities.
Moving into the verse, the lyrics continue to showcase the singer's drive and determination to acquire money and provide for their family. Lines such as "Get the bread, I’m breaking it with my kin. Get the cash, bring it back, just a stroke from the pen" highlight the singer's ability to generate wealth and share it with their loved ones. The phrase "flick of the wrist" implies that making money comes effortlessly to them. However, there is also a recognition of the addictive nature of pursuing wealth, with the line "feening for the money, what a wonderful addiction."
The verse also includes references to the singer's reputation and the sacrifices they have made for success. They mention that women are attracted to their ambition and compare their determination to complete missions to that of renowned spy James Bond. However, there is an acknowledgement of the questionable behavior associated with their pursuit of success, as highlighted by the line "My momma saying this is wild behavior for a Christian. I can't disagree, but at the end of the day, I bow my head and I repent."
Overall, the lyrics of "Bully" present Campana as someone who has achieved great financial success through their own efforts and assertive personality. They showcase a dominant and confident attitude towards their pursuit of wealth, highlighting the sacrifices made and the potential consequences of their actions. The song explores the complex emotions and moral conflicts that come with attaining and maintaining power and success in a challenging world.
Line by Line Meaning
Why you lookin at me like I owe you? I don't know you
Why are you staring at me with an expectation that I owe you something? I have no connection or familiarity with you.
Look at all the cash i blow thru. Thought i told you
Take a look at the significant amount of money that I spend recklessly. I thought I already informed you about this.
Ain’t you motherfuckin go to, on my own fool
Don't you dare act like you have authority or importance in my life. I am fully capable of handling things on my own, you fool.
Make myself the CEO too
I have elevated myself to the position of the CEO as well. I am in full control of my life and success.
Lookin like you wanna pop some? It’s not an option
You seem to have the desire to engage in a conflict or fight. However, that is absolutely not a choice you should consider.
Really you dont wanna problem, i get it poppin
Honestly, you do not want to create a problem with me because I am capable of initiating and escalating conflicts.
Anyday you know i got it, proceed with caution
Any day of the week, you are aware that I possess the ability to handle any situation. Therefore, you should exercise caution around me.
I got that 808 that’s knockin, hit like a rocket
I possess a powerful and impactful bass sound that resonates like an 808 drum machine, hitting with force akin to a rocket.
I’m a bully when it come to my bread
When it concerns my money or earnings, I possess a dominant and forceful nature, like a bully.
You telling me don’t let shit get to my head
You are advising me not to allow success or arrogance to negatively affect my mindset.
Well it’s too late now i can’t even pretend
Well, it is now beyond the point of pretending because I have already succumbed to the influence and let it affect me.
Yeah i be killing em, now all my friends, all my friends dead
Yes, I am greatly impressing and surpassing others, causing all my friends to become envious or insignificant in comparison.
Get the bread, i’m breaking it with my kin
I am acquiring a significant amount of money and indulging in it alongside my close family or relatives.
Get the cash bring it back, just a stroke from the pen
By utilizing a simple act of writing or signing, I am able to retrieve and bring back a substantial amount of cash.
It’s the flick of the wrist, walking with limp off the fifth
Success or achieving financial gains is as effortless as flicking my wrist, and I stroll confidently, influenced by the effects of alcohol.
Am i all in? it depends
Am I fully committed to my endeavors? Well, it varies depending on the situation or circumstance.
Now my palm got the itch, feigning for the money, what a wonderful addiction
Currently, I have an intense desire and craving for money, even to the point where it becomes a captivating addiction.
Your girl won’t keep away, say she loving my ambition
Your significant other cannot resist being around me and claims to adore my determination and drive.
Word is bond, james; bars got me on a mission
My words hold true like a sworn oath, just like the character James Bond, and I am driven by my lyrical abilities to accomplish a specific goal.
Check the intuition
Take note of and trust your gut feeling or intuition about the situation.
i saw it from a mile away, it’s Like a premonition
I predicted or foresaw this outcome from a great distance, similar to having a divine premonition.
the boy been had the drive before the remix to ignition
I possessed the determination and ambition long before the remix version of the song 'Ignition'.
Keys in the ignition, whipping, doing donuts, while i’m dishing
With the car keys in the ignition, I confidently maneuver and perform doughnuts with the vehicle while simultaneously engaging in my rap style or showcasing my skills.
My momma saying this is wild behavior for a christian
My mother disapproves of and considers this behavior to be exceptionally unconventional for a person of Christian faith.
I can’t disagree, but end of day, i bow my head and i repent
Although I cannot argue against her perspective, ultimately, at the end of each day, I show humility and remorse by bowing my head and seeking forgiveness.
Gotta pay this rent
I have the responsibility to fulfill my financial obligations by making the required rent payment.
Niggas round the way call me camp, like a tent
People in the neighborhood refer to me as 'Camp', drawing a comparison to a tent.
Try to box me out, I find a way to circumvent
If others attempt to exclude or restrict me, I always manage to discover a way to overcome or bypass those limitations.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ELAN WRIGHT, NIMA ABBASSI, PARIS WILLIAMS, TERON BELL
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