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.
No Reason
Chip Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
So if I could, I would just break a nigga's (legs)
Holiday season (yo)
Girl askin', "What's the occasion?"
I booked that flight, I don't need no reason (nuh-uh)
I was in the ends this mornin' (poof)
On a plane by evenin' (gone)
Rental's breezin', I love my freedom
Yo, K put the roof down on the Lambo (skrrt)
You know anywhere man go, gang go
I've got a few safe friends from the same ends
I been around the world, just me and Rambo (bro dat)
Northside of that London
Step through stylish in any function
Glass in the air, gotta toast for the mandem
We could be stuck in the dungeon (mawd)
So let's link up, my geezer (link up)
Miami or Ibiza (dun know)
Sleeves out in a wife beater (woo)
My fresh white tee, white sneaker (yeah)
You ever been on a yacht with dargs that you would get bust with?
Wonderful feelin' (excellent)
Ex's textin', see me on Snapchat flexin'
I don't need them
Why? 'cause it's holiday season (yo)
Girl askin', "What's the occasion?"
I booked that flight, I don't need no reason (mmm)
I was in the ends this mornin' (poof)
On a plane by evenin' (gone)
Touch down, link with the G's dem
Rental's breezin', gotta get the weed in (yo, yo)
Ayy
So if I could, I would just break a nigga's legs
Just give me one more flight, mmm
So then I just could not leave, I'd rather stay
Just give me one more night, mmm
Ayy
Peng tings come to the corner
When they see me and the mandem stylin' (woi)
But all these gyal need guidance
So I can't fall in love on no island (mm-mm)
Sweet one lookin' like Amber (ah)
Gimme green light, no amber (hehe)
Which young niggas been this fly this long? (Who?)
Of course niggas can't stand us (yeah)
But there's levels to life, my G
My first time on a private jet was free
Courtesies of Lethal B (bro dat)
I might miss my flight, drunk Malibu nights
Now my manager's textin' me (oh God)
Jarrin' hoes on my iPhone
Fuck off, my niggas is all I need (yo, yo)
Ayy (Chippy)
'Cause it's holiday season (yo)
Girl askin', "What's the occasion?"
I booked that flight, I don't need no reason (mmm)
I was in the ends this mornin' (poof)
On a plane by evenin' (gone)
Touch down, link with the G's dem
Rental's breezin', I love my freedom (yo, yo)
Ayy
I don't need a reason when I just wanna (I just wanna)
Take off and move
Say no more, I catch my flight there soon
Goin' M-I-A to be M.I.A
I just want breeze and the moonlight waves
All night, all night, oh
So if I could, I would just break a nigga's legs
Just give me one more flight, mmm
So then I just could not leave, I'd rather stay
Just give me one more night, mmm
So if I could, I would just break a nigga's (legs)
Break a nigga's (legs)
Chip's song "No Reason" is essentially an ode to living life on one's own terms, throwing caution to the wind, and prioritizing freedom and adventure above all else. The song's opening lines, "So if I could, I would just break a nigga's legs," may seem aggressive or out of place, but in context, they serve as a metaphor for the lengths the rapper is willing to go to in order to maintain his independence and pursue his dreams. He explains that he doesn't need a reason to book a flight, leave town, or link up with his crew - he just does it because he can. The chorus echoes this sentiment, with Chip declaring that he doesn't need a reason to do what he wants, when he wants.
The song is peppered with references to luxury travel, women, and material possessions, all of which symbolize the rewards of his hard work as a successful rapper. He name-drops various locations and brands, from Miami to Lethal B, to emphasize the breadth of his experiences and connections. However, amidst all the extravagance, Chip also recognizes the importance of his friendships and the loyalty of his "mandem." He dedicates a verse to his crew, celebrating their shared roots and camaraderie.
Overall, "No Reason" is a celebration of living life to the fullest, seizing opportunities as they arise, and surrounding oneself with like-minded individuals who support and inspire. It encourages listeners to embrace a fearless, spontaneous approach to life and reject any constraints on their aspirations.
Line by Line Meaning
So if I could, I would just break a nigga's (legs)
If I could, I would physically harm someone who has wronged me
Holiday season (yo)
It's the holiday season
Girl askin', "What's the occasion?"
Someone is questioning the reason for the celebratory atmosphere
I booked that flight, I don't need no reason (nuh-uh)
I spontaneously booked a flight without a specific reason
I was in the ends this mornin' (poof)
I was in the local area this morning
On a plane by evenin' (gone)
By evening, I was already on a plane to my destination
Touch down, link with the G's dem
I've arrived and I'm meeting up with my friends
Rental's breezin', I love my freedom
I have a rented car that's easy to drive, and I enjoy my sense of independence
Yo, K put the roof down on the Lambo (skrrt)
Person K lowered the roof on their Lamborghini sports car
You know anywhere man go, gang go
Wherever one person goes, their group of friends goes with them
I've got a few safe friends from the same ends
I have a few friends who I consider trustworthy from the same area I'm from
I been around the world, just me and Rambo (bro dat)
I've traveled to many places with my friend Rambo
Northside of that London
I'm from the northern part of London
Step through stylish in any function
I have a stylish appearance that's appropriate for any event
Glass in the air, gotta toast for the mandem
I'm raising a glass in celebration of my friends
We could be stuck in the dungeon (mawd)
We could be in a poor situation or environment
So let's link up, my geezer (link up)
Let's meet up, my friend
Miami or Ibiza (dun know)
Either Miami or a Spanish island called Ibiza
Sleeves out in a wife beater (woo)
I'm wearing a sleeveless undershirt
My fresh white tee, white sneaker (yeah)
I'm wearing a clean white t-shirt and white sneakers
You ever been on a yacht with dargs that you would get bust with?
Have you ever been on a boat with friends you would get in trouble with?
Wonderful feelin' (excellent)
It's a great feeling
Ex's textin', see me on Snapchat flexin'
My exes are texting me after seeing me flaunting on social media app Snapchat
I don't need them
I don't need my exes in my life
I was in the ends this mornin' (poof)
I was in the local area this morning
Touch down, link with the G's dem
I've arrived and I'm meeting up with my friends
Rental's breezin', gotta get the weed in (yo, yo)
My rented car is great, and I need to obtain marijuana
Peng tings come to the corner
Attractive girls come to the street corner
When they see me and the mandem stylin' (woi)
When the girls see me and my friends, they see our fashionable appearance
But all these gyal need guidance
The girls need guidance and support
So I can't fall in love on no island (mm-mm)
I can't fall in love on a vacation destination
Sweet one lookin' like Amber (ah)
One girl looks particularly attractive like a woman named Amber
Gimme green light, no amber (hehe)
Give me the go-ahead quickly
Which young niggas been this fly this long? (Who?)
Which young people have been fashionable for this length of time?
Of course niggas can't stand us (yeah)
Other people dislike us because of our fashionable appearance and swagger
But there's levels to life, my G
Different people live different lifestyles
My first time on a private jet was free
I rode on a private jet for the first time for free
Courtesies of Lethal B (bro dat)
Lethal B gave me a favor
I might miss my flight, drunk Malibu nights
I may miss my flight due to drinking heavily
Now my manager's textin' me (oh God)
Now my manager is texting me frantically
Jarrin' hoes on my iPhone
I'm speaking with multiple flirty girls using my iPhone
Fuck off, my niggas is all I need (yo, yo)
Go away, I only need my friends
I don't need a reason when I just wanna (I just wanna)
I don't require a specific purpose for doing what I want to do
Take off and move
Leave and travel
Say no more, I catch my flight there soon
I don't require further explanation or convincing, and I plan to catch the next flight there
Goin' M-I-A to be M.I.A
I'm going to Miami to relax and be MIA or 'Missing In Action'
I just want breeze and the moonlight waves
I just want some fresh air and to see the ocean under the moonlight
All night, all night, oh
All night long
Just give me one more flight, mmm
I need just one more flight
So then I just could not leave, I'd rather stay
I don't want to leave, and would prefer to stay at my destination
Break a nigga's (legs)
Physically harm someone who has wronged me
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Aisa Renardus, Jahmaal Noel Fyffe, Richard Forbes, Siviwe Mngaza
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Steven Bird
Most underrated dance track in history, an absolute classic
Steven Bird
Tune 😎
Elken
Good stuff!!
Disco303
👌😎✌
luke clark
Job Jobse brought me here 🔥