Blackout
DMX Lyrics

Jay
Referring to himself as Jay, the artist introduces his presence in the song.

Fuck that
Expressing disregard or disdain towards something.

This is it right here, baby
Confirming that what follows is the main focus or highlight.

You know what it is
Addressing the listeners, implying that they are already aware of his reputation or style.

Yo, I used to have bad luck
In the past, the artist had experienced unfortunate circumstances or situations.

Now you might see me in a Jag truck
Currently, the artist has achieved success and may be seen driving a luxurious Jaguar truck.

Mad stuck, either with a dime or a bad duck
Stuck in a difficult situation, either with an attractive woman or a less desirable one.

Double-R tee with the matching bandana
Wearing a t-shirt with the logo of Rolls-Royce and a bandana that matches the outfit.

38-snub, blue steel with no hammer
Carrying a small .38 caliber revolver with a blue steel finish and no hammer.

And I see y'all n****s tryin' to glance at the 'Kiss
Observing others attempting to sneak a look at a piece of jewelry or accessory owned by the artist.

'Cause I walk around with your whole advance on my wrist
Boasting about wearing a watch or bracelet that costs as much as the advance payment artists receive for their work.

Boning your women, drunk off Coronas and lemon
Engaging in sexual activities with women while under the influence of Corona beer mixed with lemon.

And you know I'm still writin' the mean, lightin' the green
Continuing to write meaningful lyrics and smoking marijuana.

I need the bucket, even though I look right in the beam
Desiring attention and recognition despite already being in the spotlight.

Judge find out it's my team, he boost they bails
If a judge discovers the artist's affiliation with his crew, they may increase the amount required for bail.

N****s throw us on they album, try to boost they sales
Other artists include the artist and his crew on their albums in an attempt to increase their own sales.

We put our pies on the table and our eyes on the label
Focusing on both making money through music and gaining attention from record labels.

'Cause them rednecks up in the mountains'll try to slay you
Being aware of the potential danger from rural, conservative individuals who may oppose their lifestyle.

Call me raspy, tell you what I want you to know
Referring to his voice as raspy and indicating that he only shares what he wants others to know.

Fuck what you ask me, you probably don't want me to blow
Disregarding or dismissing questions asked by others, as they may not want the artist to succeed or gain attention.

I got a lot of horsepower so I'm able to skip
Having a great deal of influence or power, allowing him to avoid certain consequences.

Usually a good n*****, even though I'm able to flip
Generally behaving well, but capable of displaying a different side when necessary.

You pay 30 for the 'Kiss (uh-huh) a hundred for The LOX (yeah)
Acknowledging that people are willing to pay a substantial amount for features from the artist and his crew.

And if we cool, then I write a hook for a drop
If there is a positive relationship, the artist will create a catchy chorus for someone else's song.

Whatever's in the bank is my bet, a Z-bull's my pet
Putting all his money at stake as a bet, and owning a tough and reliable pitbull as a pet.

And you can bet he'll get the legs and the neck
Ensuring that his pitbull will attack aggressively, causing severe harm to others.

Yo, when my gun bust, send n****s to the fish like Swanson
When he fires a gun, it leads to his enemies' demise, comparing it to being sent underwater like fish.

New York's youngest Bumpy Johnson, I put fear in y'all heads
Referring to himself as the modern-day version of Bumpy Johnson, a notorious gangster from Harlem, New York, capable of instilling fear.

Sheek Louch, type of n**** gas y'all beds
Sheek Louch, a member of the artist's crew, is capable of setting fire to the beds of his enemies.

And that's warnin', if you alive in the mornin', that's fine
Issuing a warning that surviving until the morning is acceptable, but there will be consequences otherwise.

Now I suggest you hit the block and get what's rightfully mine
Advising others to engage in illegal activities to obtain what he believes he is entitled to.

I want PC, see me? Tuck in your chains
Asserting his desire for people to show respect by hiding or taking off their expensive jewelry in his presence.

I got n****s my pop's age that lifestyle ain't changed
Having older individuals in his crew who have maintained the same lifestyle since the artist's father was his age.

It's like wake up, move a brick, half of it slow
Describing a typical day that involves waking up and engaging in drug dealing, often making the process slower to maximize profits.

Make car money, check with Sheek, go fuck with a ho
Earning enough money to purchase expensive cars, seeking approval from Sheek Louch and seeking the company of women.

I rock a waist-length mink, do-rag under my fitted
Wearing a mink coat that reaches his waist and a do-rag beneath his fitted cap.

And I don't even want waves, Timbs be halfway new
Choosing not to style his hair in waves and wearing Timberland boots that are only partially worn or new.

That's Sheek in the dress-up club 'cause I don't fuck with shoes
Referring to Sheek Louch's preference for dressing up at clubs but not caring about expensive footwear.

And for my n****'s life, I swear to the Bible, let it be told
Promising on his friend's life to tell the truth according to the Bible.

I put thirty in your head, all in the same hole
Warning that he is capable of shooting someone with thirty bullets, all aimed at the same spot on their head, causing instant death.

'Cause we got the same goal, and you try and tamper with mine?
Stating that they have similar ambitions and goals, and warning against interfering with his.

Don't make me motherfuckin' leave you with some shit in your spine
Threatening to physically harm someone by leaving them with a potentially debilitating injury to their spine.

Fuck with me, you be a was-n****, n**** was dope
If someone messes with him, they will become a fallen or irrelevant individual, regardless of their past accomplishments or reputation.

N**** was gettin' money 'fore I extorted your coke, 'ju crazy?
Asserting that he was already successful and earning money before exploiting or taking control of someone else's illicit drug business.

Ayo, catch me with a .38 box of shells
Catch him armed with a box of ammunition for a .38-caliber firearm.

In a ninety-eight Lincoln eatin' pasta shells
Driving a 1998 Lincoln vehicle while enjoying a meal of pasta shells.

Order to go, always got a box of Ls
Frequently carrying a box of marijuana cigarettes (joints) with him.

Blow, stay on the low, get a Heine' and swig
Engaging in smoking marijuana and staying discreet about it while also taking sips of a Heineken beer.

I'm Pinero, so I hate a snake, rat, or a pig
Being from the Pinero neighborhood, he dislikes individuals who are deceitful, treacherous, or associated with law enforcement.

I pop shit 'cause I'm the second best, the first was BIG
Confidently expressing himself because he considers himself the second-best rapper, with The Notorious B.I.G. being the only one better.

Y'all n****s is sonned out, let me speak to your father
Asserting dominance over other individuals, suggesting that he should communicate directly with their fathers.

'Cause I like to play chess and I swing the revolver
Enjoying strategic thinking through playing chess and also being skilled at handling a revolver.

If I don't like a n****, I don't even be bothered
Disregarding or ignoring someone if he does not like them, not allowing them to affect him.

I spit, I'm just a crooked n**** goin' legit
As a former criminal, he now uses his talent for rapping, but still maintains a deceitful or rebellious persona.

You hold your nine if you holdin' a brick
Encouraging individuals to possess a firearm if they are involved in the drug trade.

Common sense, fed drama, you hit the Bahamas, get bent
Used as an expression that if someone uses common sense, they would escape law enforcement attention by vacationing in the Bahamas and getting intoxicated.

L-O-X get respect like Sonny from Bronx Tale
Referring to his crew, The Lox, as highly respected, comparing them to a character named Sonny from the film 'A Bronx Tale'.

Us and DMX, the Ruff Ryder cartel
Mentioning the affiliation with DMX and considering their collective group, Ruff Ryders, as a powerful organization.

Thirsty to live, are y'all n****s eager to die?
Expressing a strong desire to continue living, questioning if others have a similar eagerness to risk their lives.

I tell all my n****s ride, you won't leave with a dime
Urging his crew members to stick together and fight, emphasizing that they will not leave the situation empty-handed.

Motherfucker
An exclamation used to express anger or frustration.

Yeah, yeah
An affirmation or agreement with something previously stated.

I'm a monster, I sleep whole winters, wake up and spit summers
Comparing himself to a monster who hibernates during winter but becomes powerful and dominant during summer, metaphorically referring to his rap skills.

Ghetto n****, puttin' up Will Smith numbers
Despite coming from a disadvantaged background, he is achieving great success and garnering attention similar to that of the actor Will Smith.

Surrounded by sixes and Hummers, bitches among us
Being in the company of luxury cars like the Mercedes-Benz S600 (nicknamed 'sixes') and Hummers, as well as attractive women.

Tryin' not to let this bullshit become us
Making an effort to avoid being negatively influenced by the superficial and materialistic aspects of the industry.

It started from hunger, 'til it all went insane
The artist's journey began due to a strong desire for success, but it has now become chaotic and unpredictable.

Now bitches notice the chains now that I hit my number
Women are now attracted to him because of his newfound wealth and success, particularly the expensive chains he wears.

The chickens I twisted (uh), see the digits unlisted (yeah)
Referring to the women he has had sexual encounters with (chickens) and the phone numbers associated with them being unlisted or hard to access.

The beeper done changed, you dead bitch, the reaper done came
No longer relying on beepers for communication, and warning that once the reaper (symbolizing death) is involved, there is no escape.

I suggest n****s stop speakin' my name
Advising others to refrain from mentioning his name or speaking ill of him.

'Cause trust me, y'all can still feel the heat in the rain
Promising that his presence and influence will still be felt even during difficult times or challenging circumstances.

I keep creepin', streets keep watchin', I keep poppin'
Continuously moving discreetly and remaining under the radar, while staying active and relevant in the streets.

N****s is hot heads and the bullets is heat-seekin'
His enemies are quick-tempered and the bullets he shoots from his gun have a homing or tracking capability.

Jay flow for pesos, chase hoes, not
Rapping for monetary gain and pursuing women, but not investing emotions or efforts into relationships.

I just circle 'round the block in a drop
Driving around the neighborhood in a convertible vehicle.

Tell them jump through the top (uh-huh)
Challenging others to demonstrate their worth or prove themselves, metaphorically represented as jumping through the roof.

Where the sun roof used to be
Referring to the space where the sunroof of his car used to be, emphasizing its absence.

I could see y'all not used to me
Noticing that others are unfamiliar or unaccustomed to his current status or behavior.

N**** flows like none other, I'm the meanest
His rap style is unique and incomparable, and he considers himself the most aggressive or intimidating.

Toughest Don Dada, the gun butt ya
Asserting himself as the toughest and most respected leader, willing to physically strike or hit others with the butt of his gun.

You the type that bust a lot of shots and none touch ya
Referring to someone who claims to be dangerous and fires many gunshots, but never manages to hit their targets.

I'm the type that get excited when the gun touch ya, motherfuckers
Contrasting himself to the previous type, he gets a thrill or excitement from physically harming others with his gun.

Y'all n****s 'bout to witness a dynasty like no other
Announcing the arrival and establishment of a powerful and influential family or group that is unparalleled.