Problemz
Classified Lyrics


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[Chorus]
We don't mean to be a problem
But every time we start talkin'
Somebody else got a problem
But we ain't really bothered, we say mother fuck 'em
We don't mean to be a problem
But every time we start talkin'
Somebody else got a problem
But we say fuck 'em

[Classified]
I mix this like black magic
I got problems and bad habits
I'm always talkin' to myself now like Fred Savage
I ain't the best, but I know I'm above average
Lookin' for my next meal but stuck out in left field; [and]
Smoke too much, I won't grow up
And we dope as fuck but no one's as broke as us
To make it in this game is a million to one
Unless you suck dick literally like William Hung; [oh]
Man, I got a problem hatin' on shitty rappers
I guess that's just me, I got a hate for shitty rappers
I know what I'm talkin' about
I'm like George Strombolopolous every time I open my mouth
That's the truth

[J Bizzy]
Excuse me, I'm tryin' to earn a mere buck or two
J Bizzy react like, "Who the fuck are you?"
Calm down, bomb towns like graph artists
Attack arists we lack hardest not in whack hardest
Eww, now that's pimpin'
So immature, I'll never grow up like Maggie Simpson
Don't wanna find a real job to make a livin'
I got problems, like when my weed baggy's missin'
I got berzerk, act like I can't work or function
Flippin' over all my furniture, rummagin'
For marijuana crums again
Cursin' and mumblin', my stomach stay rumblin'
I'm hungry as fuck

[Chorus]

[J-Bru]
Yo, I'm havin' problems; I suffer from manic depression
But I don't see a shrink and never take my prescription
My girl's wonderin' why my mind races
My have black, half white, "Why I'm so racist"
Nobody's perfect; And Women, love to date 'em
But can't keep 'em for too long cause I start to hate 'em
Try not to get too drunk
Cause one time my girl talked shit and I smacked her up
Oh fuck; My biggest problem gotta be
Watchin' Videos of MC's that's not as hot as me
This independent shit is kinda shady
Industry rule number four-thousand and eighty

[Spesh K]
Now a day, I put the pro in the problem
Cause I plan to get paid off of tellin' the causes
Raw is the reason I sleep in on Tuesday
Greed would explain why there's weed in my suitcase
Confuse my notes whole with a rail road
Confront the po-po, now I gotta get bailed out
Burnin' smokes across from the Nova Scotia hospital
Where the crazy folks all talk to ya
Be a carpenter like Jesus was
Cause they want you to do whatever Jesus does
Walkin' bare-foot on broken seacrum jugs
Young alcoholics like I need that buzz

[Chorus]

[Mic B]
I ain't tryin' to say that I'm a crack addict
But I got some bad habits like blazin' up in my dad's attic
My dad's had it, he wants me out of his house
Cause I ain't bringin' no bread and I'm eatin' all of his toast
I'm sorry father that I didn't get it together
I swear I'll hit you back once I'm gettin' some chedder
Mom's sittin' in the corner knittin' a sweater
Cause she knows soon that I'm gonna have to deal with the weather
I really just wanna be left alone
Sometimes I sit at home and I disconnect my phone; ya see
Since I'm sperm, seaman squerm
And certain people can't believe that I'm a decent person
Said, once I hit my pre-teens that means it curtains
Ya need to clean ya act up; this is the cleanest version




It's not like this demons workin' inside of me
I just want some privacy cause I'm a shy and I'm as high as can be

Overall Meaning

The song "Problemz" by Classified features five Canadian rappers who each share their individual problems and bad habits. The chorus says that they don't mean to be problems, but every time they start talking, somebody else has a problem. The rappers talk about addiction, depression, hate for shitty rappers, joblessness, and problems with relationships. Despite their issues, the rappers say "fuck 'em" and carry on with their lives.


The song talks about the problems that each rapper faces in his life, but it also shows that they are not alone in their struggles. Many people face addiction, relationship problems, or depression, and it can be comforting to know that others feel the same way. The song's message is that even though life can be tough, we have to keep going and not let our problems define us.


Line by Line Meaning

We don't mean to be a problem
We apologize if our actions cause inconvenience or trouble to others.


But every time we start talkin'
However, whenever we express ourselves vocally, it seems that issues arise.


Somebody else got a problem
Someone else takes issue with what we say or do.


But we ain't really bothered, we say mother fuck 'em
Despite this, we are not concerned and brush off their negativity and criticism with strong language.


I mix this like black magic
I am highly skilled and crafty in my musical mixing abilities.


I got problems and bad habits
I struggle with personal issues and unhealthy behaviors.


I'm always talkin' to myself now like Fred Savage
I frequently converse with myself, similar to how Fred Savage's character did in the TV show The Wonder Years.


I ain't the best, but I know I'm above average
I may not be the most talented, but I am confident in my abilities as better than average.


Lookin' for my next meal but stuck out in left field;
I am searching for my next source of income, but feel lost and unsure of where to turn.


Smoke too much, I won't grow up
I have a tendency to smoke an excessive amount of marijuana which can hinder my personal growth.


And we dope as fuck but no one's as broke as us
While we are skilled and successful in our musical careers, we are still struggling financially.


To make it in this game is a million to one
Becoming successful in the music industry is highly unlikely and requires luck in addition to talent and hard work.


Unless you suck dick literally like William Hung; [oh]
Unless you gain fame through humiliating and comedic means, such as William Hung did on American Idol.


Man, I got a problem hatin' on shitty rappers
I have a tendency to criticize and dislike other, untalented rappers in the industry.


I guess that's just me, I got a hate for shitty rappers
However, I acknowledge that this is a personal issue and may not be shared by others.


I know what I'm talkin' about
I am confident in my knowledge and expertise on certain topics.


I'm like George Strombolopolous every time I open my mouth
Similar to the Canadian TV personality, I am articulate and knowledgeable when expressing myself verbally.


Excuse me, I'm tryin' to earn a mere buck or two
I am working hard to make a modest living.


J Bizzy react like, "Who the fuck are you?"
However, some may not recognize or respect my efforts.


Calm down, bomb towns like graph artists
Despite this, I remain composed and continue to produce successful work in my field, like graffiti artists who create impactful images in unexpected places.


Attack arists we lack hardest not in whack hardest
We strive to create music that is authentic and creative, rather than simply conforming to popular trends.


Eww, now that's pimpin'
Our unconventional approach to music is impressive and unique.


So immature, I'll never grow up like Maggie Simpson
I maintain a youthful and playful attitude, similar to the cartoon character Maggie Simpson, and may resist growing up fully.


Don't wanna find a real job to make a livin'
I prefer to work in music and creative fields, rather than traditional or mundane jobs.


I got problems, like when my weed baggy's missin'
I experience minor issues, like misplacing my marijuana stash.


I got berzerk, act like I can't work or function
I am prone to episodes of frantic or irrational behavior, which may interfere with my productivity or ability to function normally.


Flippin' over all my furniture, rummagin'
I may engage in destructive behavior when agitated or upset, such as throwing furniture.


For marijuana crums again
I search frantically through my belongings to find any residual bits of marijuana.


Cursin' and mumblin', my stomach stay rumblin'
I become agitated and express my frustration audibly, and may experience hunger or a growling stomach.


I'm hungry as fuck
I am extremely hungry.


Yo, I'm havin' problems; I suffer from manic depression
I experience mental health issues, specifically manic depressive symptoms.


But I don't see a shrink and never take my prescription
However, I do not seek professional help or take medication to manage my symptoms.


My girl's wonderin' why my mind races
My partner is curious and perhaps concerned about my racing thoughts.


My have black, half white, "Why I'm so racist"
At times, I may express prejudicial thoughts or actions, causing confusion and questioning from others.


But can't keep 'em for too long cause I start to hate 'em
Despite forming relationships with women, I may become hostile or resentful towards them quickly and end the relationship.


Try not to get too drunk
I attempt to control my alcohol consumption.


Cause one time my girl talked shit and I smacked her up
However, in the past, I have exhibited violent behavior towards my partner when under the influence of alcohol.


Oh fuck; My biggest problem gotta be
This is a significant and troubling personal issue for me.


Watchin' Videos of MC's that's not as hot as me
I may struggle with issues related to ego and feeling superior to other musicians.


This independent shit is kinda shady
I have reservations or concerns about the music industry, particularly the independent scene.


Industry rule number four-thousand and eighty
I recognize and reference a well-known rap industry rule regarding the difficult nature of succeeding in the field.


Now a day, I put the pro in the problem
I consider myself highly skilled and competent in addressing and solving problems.


Cause I plan to get paid off of tellin' the causes
I intend to use my problem-solving skills to generate income through music or other means.


Raw is the reason I sleep in on Tuesday
My tendency towards raw, unfiltered expression through music may cause me to prioritize my creativity over traditional responsibilities, such as getting up early on a Tuesday.


Greed would explain why there's weed in my suitcase
My desire for money or success may lead me to engage in illegal or risky behaviors, such as smuggling marijuana in my luggage.


Confuse my notes whole with a rail road
I may struggle with organization or clarity when it comes to writing and creating music.


Confront the po-po, now I gotta get bailed out
I have a tendency to challenge or resist authority, which can result in legal trouble or needing to pay bail to be released from custody.


Burnin' smokes across from the Nova Scotia hospital
I engage in risky or dangerous behavior, such as smoking near a hospital, which may lead to negative consequences.


Where the crazy folks all talk to ya
I may be drawn to situations or people who exhibit mentally unstable behavior.


Be a carpenter like Jesus was
I aspire to follow in the path of Jesus Christ and become a skilled carpenter, as he was thought to be.


Cause they want you to do whatever Jesus does
Others may pressure or expect me to be like Jesus and demonstrate his qualities and actions.


Walkin' bare-foot on broken seacrum jugs
I may endure hardship or unpleasant conditions, like walking barefoot on sharp seashells, in pursuit of my personal goals.


Young alcoholics like I need that buzz
I struggle with alcoholism and find myself needing alcohol to experience a desired sensation.


I ain't tryin' to say that I'm a crack addict
I do not want to be characterized or labeled as a drug addict.


But I got some bad habits like blazin' up in my dad's attic
Despite this, I have some unhealthy behaviors such as smoking marijuana in my father's attic.


My dad's had it, he wants me out of his house
My father is fed up with my behavior and wants me to leave his home.


Cause I ain't bringin' no bread and I'm eatin' all of his toast
I am not contributing financially to my father's household and consuming resources, such as his food.


I swear I'll hit you back once I'm gettin' some chedder
I promise to repay my father when I am able to make money or earn an income.


Mom's sittin' in the corner knittin' a sweater
My mother is present in the situation, but is disconnected and simply knitting a sweater.


Cause she knows soon that I'm gonna have to deal with the weather
My mother understands that I will eventually face the consequences of my actions or behavior, and must handle my personal problems independently.


I really just wanna be left alone
I desire solitude and prefer to avoid interacting with others.


Sometimes I sit at home and I disconnect my phone; ya see
To achieve this, I may disconnect my phone and avoid communication with others.


Since I'm sperm, seaman squerm
I acknowledge my origins and the biological beginning of my life.


And certain people can't believe that I'm a decent person
Despite this, some may have difficulty understanding or accepting my positive qualities as a person.


Said, once I hit my pre-teens that means it curtains
Others may see a shift in my behavior or personality as I reach adolescence, perhaps for the worse.


Ya need to clean ya act up; this is the cleanest version
I have been edited or censored for this version of the song, and some may interpret it as a call to improve one's behavior or actions.


It's not like this demons workin' inside of me
I refute the idea that my problems or issues are part of a demonic influence or possession.


I just want some privacy cause I'm a shy and I'm as high as can be
I value and seek solitude due to my shy and introverted nature, and may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol when seeking privacy.




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Comments from YouTube:

makemeeee

sick song! thanks for upload

Gregg Miller

i got problemz like when my weed bag is missin; i go berserk act like i cant work or function, flippin over all my furniture rummagin, for marijuana crumbs again, cursin and mumblin my stomach stay grumblin im hungry as FUCK!

The 88 Cool Kid

man thanks for uploading this i was looking for this everywhere...could you check miles bonny travelin' music

Mike Smith

i try not to get too drunk cuz one time my girl talked shit and I smacked her up

noluckinvolved420

off wich album, please

noluckinvolved420

put up this isnt your song bro, it will go down otherwise

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