32.22
Childish Gambino Lyrics


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I got them feelings bad, hey
Most them bones goin' bad, ayy
I got them bones, bones me
Feel so bonafide, ayy
You got them feelings up on me
On me and up in front of me
And his mama's on fire
Man, your mama don't ride
I'm a funky motherfucker, man
Don't fucking call me
When you don't wan' talk to me
I been the man, don't fire me
Boom, boom, shooting
Things I'm gon' do
Everything all bad
Things ain't all bad

Fire, pick it up
Pick it up, fire, fire, fire, hey, hey (woo)
Fire, fire, fire (hey, hey, hey, whoa, whoa, whoa)
Ayy, fire (whoa, whoa, whoa), fire, fire, fire, ayy
Firelight, are you ready? (Uh)
Billie Jean is on fire, Billie Jean is on fire
Billie Jean is on fire, Billie Jean is on fire
Billie Jean is on fire
Pick it up, jump, ayy, pick it up, jump
Pick it up, jump (woo, woo, woo, woo)
Pick it up, jump (woo, woo, woo, woo)
Pick it up, jump (woo, woo, woo, woo)
Pick it up, jump (woo, woo, woo, woo)
Pick it up, jump (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
Firelight, are you ready?

He got the, he got the warlords
He got, are you ready?
Firelight, got it, warlords
Pick it up, no, pick it up
Firelight gonna clean it up
Firelight's goin' way up
Red light's on fire

Pick it up, jump (oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
Pick it up, jump (oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
Pick it up, jump (oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
Pick it up, jump (oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
Pick it up, jump (woo, woo, woo, woo, woo, woo)
Pick it up, jump (woo, woo, woo, woo, woo, woo)
Pick it up, jump (woo, woo, woo, woo, woo, woo)
Pick it up, jump (woo, woo, woo, woo, woo, woo)
Yeah (huh), yeah (huh)
Woo, woo, woo, woo

Kick it, yeah
Proud, ain't it, they gon hate us, though
Woo, woo, woo, woo, woo
Yeah, so sweet
More fire, more fire
Woo (ooh, ah)

Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Ayy-ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Ayy-ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Ayy-ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Ayy-ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Ayy-ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Ayy-ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Ayy-ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Ayy-ayy, yeah, yeah




Ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yup, ayy, yup

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Childish Gambino's song "32.22" are open to interpretation, as they contain abstract and fragmented phrases that don't follow a linear narrative. However, the overall mood of the song seems to be one of introspection and emotional turmoil. The repetitive use of "I got them feelings bad" suggests a sense of deep emotional pain or confusion. The following lines about bones going bad and feeling bonafide add to this theme of inner struggle and uncertainty.


The lyrics also touch on themes of relationships and communication. The lines "You got them feelings up on me, on me and up in front of me" suggest a complex dynamic between two individuals, with emotions both being felt and displayed openly. The mention of "his mama's on fire" and "Billie Jean is on fire" adds a layer of metaphor to the song, possibly referencing a buildup of emotional tension or conflict.


The repeated calls for fire and the phrase "pick it up, jump" create a sense of urgency and release, perhaps representing a need to let go of negative emotions or to find a way to channel them positively. The repetitive and fragmented nature of the lyrics also adds to the overall chaotic and disjointed feel of the song.


In summary, "32.22" seems to explore themes of emotional struggle, complicated relationships, and the need for release. The abstract and fragmented lyrics leave room for individual interpretation, allowing listeners to connect with the song on a personal level.


Line by Line Meaning

I got them feelings bad, hey
I am experiencing strong negative emotions


Most them bones goin' bad, ayy
The majority of my experiences are turning negative


I got them bones, bones me
I possess a deep sense of self


Feel so bonafide, ayy
I feel genuine and confident


You got them feelings up on me
You are impacting my emotions


On me and up in front of me
You are present in my life and affecting me directly


And his mama's on fire
His mother is going through a difficult situation


Man, your mama don't ride
Your mother does not support you


I'm a funky motherfucker, man
I am a unique and cool individual, man


Don't fucking call me
Do not contact me


When you don't wan' talk to me
When you do not want to engage in conversation with me


I been the man, don't fire me
I have always been successful, do not let me go


Boom, boom, shooting
There is sudden explosive action happening


Things I'm gon' do
Actions that I am going to take


Everything all bad
Everything is turning out negatively


Things ain't all bad
Not everything is negative


Fire, pick it up
Intensify the energy and enthusiasm


Pick it up, fire, fire, fire, hey, hey (woo)
Increase the momentum and passion


Fire, fire, fire (hey, hey, hey, whoa, whoa, whoa)
Ignite with intense emotions and energy


Ayy, fire (whoa, whoa, whoa), fire, fire, fire, ayy
Express enthusiasm and excitement


Firelight, are you ready? (Uh)
Are you prepared for the intense emotions and experiences?


Billie Jean is on fire, Billie Jean is on fire
Billie Jean is going through a challenging situation


Pick it up, jump, ayy, pick it up, jump
Elevate the energy and take action


Firelight, got it, warlords
Intense emotions and leaders of a chaotic situation


Pick it up, no, pick it up
Increase the energy and enthusiasm further


Firelight gonna clean it up
Intense emotions will resolve and improve


Firelight's goin' way up
The intensity of emotions is rising rapidly


Red light's on fire
There is extreme intensity and passion


Kick it, yeah
Start with great enthusiasm


Proud, ain't it, they gon hate us, though
We should be proud, despite the inevitable criticism


More fire, more fire
Increase the intensity and passion


Woo (ooh, ah)
Expressing excitement and astonishment


Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Expressing agreement and affirmation


Ayy-ayy, yeah, yeah
Expressing affirmation and enthusiasm


Yeah, so sweet
It feels incredibly pleasant


Ayy, yeah, yeah
Expression of agreement and enthusiasm


Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Expressing agreement and affirmation




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Donald Glover, Dacoury Natche, Ludwig Goransson, Kurtis McKenzie, Chkwudi Hodge

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@tomtom1996

[Verse 1]
I got them feelings bad, hey
Most them bones goin' bad, ayy
I got them bones, bones me
Feel so bonafide, ayy
You got them feelings up on me
On me and up in front of me
And his mama's on fire
Man, your mama don't ride
I'm a funky motherfucker, man
Don't fucking call me
When you don't wan' talk to me
I been the man, don't fire me
Boom, boom, shooting
Things I'm gon' do
Everything all bad
Things ain't all bad

[Pre-Chorus]
Fire, pick it up, pick it up
Pick it up, fire, fire, fire, hey, hey (Woo)
Fire, fire, fire (Hey, hey, hey, woah, woah, woah)
(Woah, woah, woah)
Ayy, fire (Woah, woah, woah), fire, fire, fire, ayy
Firelight, are you ready? (Uh)
Billie Jean is on fire, Billie Jean is on fire
Billie Jean is on fire, Billie Jean is on fire
Billie Jean is on fire

[Chorus]
Pick it up, jump, ayy, pick it up, jump
Pick it up, jump (Woo, woo, woo, woo)
Pick it up, jump (Woo, woo, woo, woo)
Pick it up, jump (Woo, woo, woo, woo)
Pick it up, jump (Woo, woo, woo, woo)
Pick it up, jump (Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)

[Verse 2]
Firelight, are you ready?
We are the, we are the warlords
We are, are you ready?
Firelight, got it, warlords
Pick it up, no, pick it up
Firelight gonna clean it up
Firelight's goin' way up
Red light's on fire

[Chorus]
Pick it up, jump (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
Pick it up, jump (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
Pick it up, jump (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
Pick it up, jump (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh)
Pick it up, jump (Woo, woo, woo, woo, woo, woo)
Pick it up, jump (Woo, woo, woo, woo, woo, woo)
Pick it up, jump (Woo, woo, woo, woo, woo, woo)
Pick it up, jump (Woo, woo, woo, woo, woo, woo)
Yeah (Huh), yeah (Huh)
Woo, woo, woo, woo
[Bridge]
Kick it, yeah
Proud, ain't it, you know ain't it, though
Woo, woo, woo, woo, woo
Yeah, so sweet
More fire, more fire
Woo (Ooh, ah)

[Outro]
Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Ayy-ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Ayy-ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Ayy-ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Ayy-ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Ayy-ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Ayy-ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Ayy-ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Ayy-ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Ayy-ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yup, ayy, yup
Ayy-ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yeah, yeah
Ayy, yup, ayy, yup



All comments from YouTube:

@reigen6558

Obvious Donald made this song to dance to in concert with his shirt off.

@koolking4484

Can't wait to see it

@TJ-ln3ft

@MusicCharts TV shut tf up

@dausthrowaway4349

@kool Boy 200411 he aleady did it tho

@SwratGRL

U have 420 likes.

@miasweatman7340

not only did he already do that, but he did it at Coachella of all places: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GN_IOL13QbE

@kimetozouach

This song is the definition of anxiety to me rn

@awesomest35

I feel like I'd have a panic attack if I smoked too much weed and listened to this

@galacticreviewer

VaperRST lol no it just makes u ritual dance

@migishow5848

@Darius Applewhite it really does

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