In 2007, Chipmunk released his third mixtape League of My Own on Alwayz Recordings, which utilized Wiley's little black book of producers, including Bless Beats, Maniac, Balistiyx, Danny Weed, D'Va, Swindle, and Skeams. In 2008 he reaped the rewards of constant touring and promotion, as he won the Best Newcomer Award at the Urban Music and MOBO award ceremonies. People stateside started taking notice as well, when he was nominated for best new rapper at the BET Awards. Just after Chipmunk's 18th birthday, he signed to Sony Columbia, and started moving away from grime into mainstream hip-hop. While striving for the ultimate "banging hook," he teamed up with Ironik for a big-beated remake of Elton John's "Tiny Dancer," complete with backing vocals by Sir Elton himself. In May of 2009, as he put the finishing touches on his debut full-length, Chipmunk released the promo single Chip Diddy Chip and the song reached 21 on the U.K. charts. Adding to the hype, in June, he made his fourth mixtape, Guess Who, available for free by download just a few weeks before his first official album, Diamond Rings, hit the shelves, in early July.
(2)Chip is an American soul vocalist of Stax.
Flowers
Chip Lyrics
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I know where you live too, but that is not the point of this
Pull up, catch me lackin', plan failed, there's no avoidin' this
Don't know what you heard about Essex but it's calm, darg
And they ain't used to black people screamin' down the car parks
So let me ask you this, Mr. Road Man, 'cause you don't get the program
It seems like you wanna lose it all (ah)
Who the fuck you think your neighbors gonna call? Ah (woo-woo-woo)
Picky-choosey gangster, dunno why you think you're so hard
What millionaire does the ride outs in his own car?
Lamborghini truck, nice one, reverse and go yard
For all the indirects you hear, I hope you go to all the yards
And niggas you were with ain't from your bits, so what's the link then? (Hmm)
Now you got outsiders in your ship, soon to sink them (trust)
If you know what's good for your life, just de-link them
And stick with Ed Sheeran, he gon' tell you 'bout Chip's pen (woo)
On the day the people marchin' out cah black lives matter
You're tryna slide out, I said your verse was light, what's the matter? (What's wrong?)
Sent you my address out of love (come)
Two days later, tryna pull up with your thugs, what type of packet is you on?
Gave you a chance to spin me on a tune beside me
You objected, I said, "Cool and God bless" and kept it movin'
But it seems you won't be satisfied unless you see a shootin'
Can you believe this is the same boy that does the gospel music? (Ah)
Lord, he was broken and you fixed him, can you save him once again?
And tell every gangster with him, they can't save him from this pen
This about GOATs and kings, this is not about ends
But just in case you all forgot, it's North side, ah
GOAT means the greatest of all time, to me, that's Jay-Z (mm)
I see you tryna play him down in interviews, you crazy?
Okay, you got money now, but still you got no wave, B (woo)
Me, I thought she broke your heart (damn)
I ain't know it was "Waze", G (hehe)
King just means a ruler of an independent land
So why you so offended? Cah you're not a king to me, fam
And you ain't done half the work or inherited that shit from rite of birth
So maybe you just say it cah it works, or
Maybe 'cause you isn't on your world tour
And you can't take the fame, you're just offline and that you're home, bored
Stupid boy, you're Stormzy, you shouldn't be pullin' up at no doors
But when my- grab the kitchen, you weren't tryna go forward, and so forth (let's go)
All of this, just because of "Waze" and "I dunno"?
I can't lie, used to think you're safe but I dunno (damn)
Is he a driller or is he a gangster rapper? I dunno
He said use his pen to skeng but now he pullin' up at homes, ooh
Niggas is emotional, you're not my ex, miss me (skrrt)
Anybody comin' to take my life's comin' with me (let's go)
I'ma serve you humble pie and teach you 'bout your history
I can't count on one hand how much man have dissed me (it's too much)
I thought it's black lives matter, what you sayin'? Mine don't?
"Let's catch him 'fore he touches mic", why? You know I'm cold
Ride today, march tomorrow, it's confusin'
At this rate, it's like I'm black and he's black, but in a way darker place (haha)
Fake arse activist, stop it, you're hardly 2Pac
Jesus didn't die to save us all for you to do that
Said you're gonna finish me
Bar-for-bar on the world stage
But when it's sticky I'm the blu-tack or the superglue
You heard I got tunes for you, then trust me, that was super-true (mm)
Pullin' up with strangers, boy, it's just between me and you
I said on "Hear Dis", "When my bro gets home, I pray he don't do time again"
What did you want him to do to you? When he's on license for a 'nappin' (facts)
What? Was you gon' Pop Smoke me if I was lackin'?
Every year, a new Judas, now it's you, imagine
C's up, cool, calm, collective, not erratic (woo)
Know your role, know your lane, furthermore, stay in your place
They coulda done a Gucci Mane, if we was ever in The States
I would rather fill a page than tell my nigga fill his gage
'Cause trust me, I prefer it when he's here, don't want him in a cage (trust)
Imagine me fallin' out with rappers, sharin' their addresses (snakes)
I could name three inbetweeners that would sure be stressin'
Finish who? On what mic? I got Mike stressin'
Birthplace, Shellington Crescent, King's get beheaded, uh
The lyrics of Chipโs song โFlowersโ address an ongoing feud with fellow UK rapper Stormzy. Chip suggests that Stormzy is not as hard as he claims to be and makes reference to incidents where he feels Stormzy has tried to intimidate him. Chip also addresses Stormzyโs new-found wealth and accuses him of trying to play down the achievements of other greats in the industry like Jay-Z. Chip suggests that Stormzy is not truly independent, indicating that he has to rely on others to help him achieve his status as a leading artist.
Chip also questions Stormzyโs stance on the Black Lives Matter movement, referencing the fact that Stormzy was not present at a recent march. He also accuses Stormzy of being a fake activist, and not following through with his claims to want to bar-for-bar with the best in the industry. Overall, the lyrics express a sense of disappointment in Stormzy's supposed arrogance and suggest that he is not living up to his hype.
This song is not the first time the two rappers have clashed. They have been entangled in a feud that has seen both artists throwing shots at each other in their lyrics. Itโs clear from the lyrics in โFlowersโ that Chip is still upset about his relationship with Stormzy, and his frustration is evident throughout the song. However, despite calling out Stormzy, โFlowersโ also promotes unity and focuses on the importance of staying true to oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
I know where you live too
I am aware of your address as well
but that is not the point of this
However, that is not the main focus here
Pull up, catch me lackin', plan failed, there's no avoidin' this
You attempted to surprise me, but your plan did not succeed and there is no escaping the consequences
Don't know what you heard about Essex but it's calm, darg
I'm not sure what rumors you've heard about Essex, but it's actually peaceful, my friend
And they ain't used to black people screamin' down the car parks
The people here are not accustomed to black individuals causing disturbances in parking lots
So let me ask you this, Mr. Road Man, 'cause you don't get the program
Allow me to inquire, Mr. Road Man, because it seems like you're not comprehending the situation
It seems like you wanna lose it all
It appears that you are willingly putting everything at risk
If my niggas pull up at your gates, screamin', shoutin' down the place
If my friends arrive at your residence, causing a ruckus and making their presence known
Who the fuck you think your neighbors gonna call?
Who do you believe your neighbors will contact?
Picky-choosey gangster, dunno why you think you're so hard
You're being selective about being a gangster, I don't understand why you believe you're so tough
What millionaire does the ride outs in his own car?
Typically, millionaires do not participate in drive-by activities in their own vehicle
Lamborghini truck, nice one, reverse and go yard
You may have a Lamborghini truck, impressive, but you'll reverse and retreat when confronted
For all the indirects you hear, I hope you go to all the yards
I hope you investigate each source of indirect information that reaches you
And niggas you were with ain't from your bits, so what's the link then?
The individuals you associate with are not from your neighborhood, so what is the connection?
Now you got outsiders in your ship, soon to sink them
You've now included outsiders in your circle, but they will soon be brought down
If you know what's good for your life, just de-link them
If you value your life, it would be wise to sever ties with them
And stick with Ed Sheeran, he gon' tell you 'bout Chip's pen
Instead, stick with Ed Sheeran, he will inform you about the talent of Chip's lyrics
On the day the people marchin' out cah black lives matter
During the time when people are protesting because black lives matter
You're tryna slide out, I said your verse was light, what's the matter?
You attempt to dodge the situation, but I mentioned that your verse was weak, what's the problem?
Sent you my address out of love
I shared my address with you as a gesture of goodwill
Two days later, tryna pull up with your thugs, what type of packet is you on?
But two days later, you're attempting to arrive with your group of friends, what kind of situation are you trying to start?
Gave you a chance to spin me on a tune beside me
I offered you an opportunity to collaborate and showcase your skills alongside me
You objected, I said, 'Cool and God bless' and kept it movin'
However, you declined, and I responded with a calm and respectful 'okay' and moved on
But it seems you won't be satisfied unless you see a shootin'
Yet, it appears that you won't be content until a violent incident occurs
Can you believe this is the same boy that does the gospel music?
Can you imagine that this is the same individual who creates gospel music?
Lord, he was broken and you fixed him, can you save him once again?
Lord, he was once in a desperate state and you helped him, can you save him once more?
And tell every gangster with him, they can't save him from this pen
And inform all the gangsters who support him that they cannot protect him from my lyrical prowess
This about GOATs and kings, this is not about ends
This is about the greatest of all time and true leaders, it is not about specific neighborhoods
But just in case you all forgot, it's North side
But in case anyone has forgotten, it's the North side
GOAT means the greatest of all time, to me, that's Jay-Z
GOAT represents the pinnacle of success, and to me, that's Jay-Z
I see you tryna play him down in interviews, you crazy?
I notice you attempting to downplay Jay-Z's talents in interviews, are you out of your mind?
Okay, you got money now, but still you got no wave, B
Fine, you have wealth now, but you still lack influence and impact
Me, I thought she broke your heart
I believed that a woman had caused you emotional pain
I ain't know it was 'Waze', G
I wasn't aware that it was specifically related to your navigation app, my friend
King just means a ruler of an independent land
The term 'king' simply refers to someone who governs an independent territory
So why you so offended? Cah you're not a king to me, fam
So why are you so defensive? Because, to me, you are not a king, my friend
And you ain't done half the work or inherited that shit from rite of birth
Furthermore, you have not accomplished even half of the work or attained your position through rightful means
So maybe you just say it cah it works, or
Perhaps you only claim to be a king because it benefits you, or
Maybe 'cause you isn't on your world tour
Maybe it's because you are not currently on a world tour
And you can't take the fame, you're just offline and that you're home, bored
And you cannot handle the fame, so you prefer to stay offline and be bored at home
Stupid boy, you're Stormzy, you shouldn't be pullin' up at no doors
Foolish boy, you're Stormzy, you should not be approaching anyone's residence
But when my- grab the kitchen, you weren't tryna go forward, and so forth
But when my friends armed themselves, you did not have the courage to continue the confrontation, and so on
All of this, just because of 'Waze' and 'I dunno'?
All of this conflict, solely because of the songs 'Waze' and 'I dunno'?
I can't lie, used to think you're safe but I dunno
I must admit, I used to believe you were trustworthy, but now I'm uncertain
Is he a driller or is he a gangster rapper? I dunno
Is he involved in criminal activities or is he just a rapper portraying a tough image? I don't know
He said use his pen to skeng but now he pullin' up at homes, ooh
He previously claimed to use his words to attack, but now he is showing up at people's houses, oh my
Niggas is emotional, you're not my ex, miss me
You guys are overly sensitive, but you don't hold the same importance as my past romantic partner, spare me
Anybody comin' to take my life's comin' with me
Anyone attempting to take my life will meet their demise alongside me
I'ma serve you humble pie and teach you 'bout your history
I will humiliate you and educate you about your lack of knowledge in your own background
I can't count on one hand how much man have dissed me
I have been disrespected by so many individuals that I can't even count them on one hand
I thought it's black lives matter, what you sayin'? Mine don't?
I thought the message was about the importance of black lives, but are you implying that mine have no value?
'Let's catch him 'fore he touches mic', why? You know I'm cold
'Let's attack him before he performs', but why? You're aware of my exceptional skills
Ride today, march tomorrow, it's confusin'
One day you support me, the next day you protest against me, it's perplexing
At this rate, it's like I'm black and he's black, but in a way darker place
Given the current situation, it's as if I am black and he is also black, but he is in a much more negative state
Fake arse activist, stop it, you're hardly 2Pac
You're a phony activist, quit pretending, you're far from being like 2Pac
Jesus didn't die to save us all for you to do that
Jesus did not sacrifice himself to save us all just so that you could behave this way
Said you're gonna finish me
You claimed that you would defeat me
Bar-for-bar on the world stage
Through our lyrical exchanges on the global platform
But when it's sticky I'm the blu-tack or the superglue
But when things get tough, I am the adhesive that holds everything together
You heard I got tunes for you, then trust me, that was super-true
You heard that I have songs specifically for you, and let me assure you, that is absolutely accurate
Pullin' up with strangers, boy, it's just between me and you
Arriving with unfamiliar individuals, my friend, this confrontation is strictly between you and me
I said on 'Hear Dis', 'When my bro gets home, I pray he don't do time again'
In my track called 'Hear Dis', I expressed my hope that my brother would not face imprisonment again upon his release
What did you want him to do to you? When he's on license for a 'nappin'
What did you expect him to do to you? He is currently on parole for an altercation
What? Was you gon' Pop Smoke me if I was lackin'?
What? Were you planning to harm me if I was vulnerable and defenseless?
Every year, a new Judas, now it's you, imagine
Every year, there's a new traitor, and now it's your turn, just imagine
C's up, cool, calm, collective, not erratic
C's up, meaning remain calm, composed, and collected, not impulsive
Know your role, know your lane, furthermore, stay in your place
Understand your position and boundaries, and furthermore, remain in your designated territory
They coulda done a Gucci Mane, if we was ever in The States
They could have attempted to harm us like what happened to Gucci Mane if we were in The States
I would rather fill a page than tell my nigga fill his gage
I would prefer to write lyrics on a page rather than encouraging my friend to load his gun
'Cause trust me, I prefer it when he's here, don't want him in a cage
I can assure you, I would rather have him by my side, I do not want him imprisoned
Imagine me fallin' out with rappers, sharin' their addresses
Could you imagine me having disputes with other rappers and revealing their home addresses?
I could name three inbetweeners that would sure be stressin'
I could easily identify three individuals who would be extremely anxious in such a situation
Finish who? On what mic? I got Mike stressin'
Finish off who? On which microphone? I have even made Mike, a renowned figure, nervous
Birthplace, Shellington Crescent, King's get beheaded
My birthplace is Shellington Crescent, a location where kings are figuratively overthrown
Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management
Written by: Jahmaal Fyffe, Karl Daniel
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Gaz Oakley
This is chip in gear 2, heโs holding back. Stormzy itโs a trap, hes got you ๐
D Shah
Love your cook book bro
unknown
Oh srry chef
crystalanokam
lmfaoooooo idk if Stormzy flow hard enough for Chip tbh
ShannonSharpesBackwoods
@crystalanokam chip about content and flows Stormzy don't stand a chance
castuscashflex
Manโs out ere seasoning the beef!
Marv Radio
This is the most mature and composed diss track of all time. Gwan Chippy!
Jamie YFC
Maybe in the UK, lets slow down a little... Its a great track..
Alec Piercy Property
@Jamie YFC Truthfully one of the best of all time if youโre intelligent and appreciate the continued breakdown of another rappers personality.
Jamie YFC
@Alec Piercy Property Its excellent for sure, i dont think its one of the best of all time, nothing to do with being "intelligent" anyone with a brain can see what this track was about, he spells it out, stop trying to put yourself on a pedistool... Its very good, its not one of the best of all time ffs. Listen to more music.