Known for their use of humor, obscure references, and unconventional style, Das Racist has been both dismissed as joke rap and hailed as an urgent new voice in rap. Spin magazine picked Das Racist as one of 50 acts to watch at the 2010 SXSW festival, and in April 2010, MTV Iggy selected Das Racist as one of the "25 Best New Bands in the World". Rolling Stone declared the song "hahahaha jk?" from Sit Down, Man one of the fifty best singles of 2010.
Das Racist's unique style has a strong polarizing tendency; their set at the Pop Montreal festival was described as "the most divisive show seen at the festival". They describe their approach to music as "'deconstructionalist': sawing the legs out from under hip-hop as they celebrate it".The New York Times wrote "Das Racist’s lack of piety has become an aesthetic of its own, with songs that are as much commentary on hip-hop as rigorous practice of it". The Root said Das Racist could speak for both "the ‘hood or the nearest gated community." Playboy called the duo "equal parts hip-hop and Cheech & Chong".
In December 2012, statements made by members of Das Racist made apparent that the band had broken up.
Booty in the Air
Das Racist Lyrics
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She keep her booty in the air and shake it all around
She got her booty in the air like an airplane
She got her booty in the air, in the air, mayne
She got her booty in the air like her booty was a cloud
And when her booty clap, you know the booty clap loud
[Chorus]
Booty in the air!
Booty in the air!
Shake it all around!
Put your booty in the air!
Booty in the air!
Booty in the air!
Shake it all around!
Put your booty in the air!
Booty in the air!
Booty in the air!
Shake it all around!
Put your booty in the air!
Booty in the air!
Booty in the air!
Shake it all around!
She got her booty in the air and her mind in the gutter
The way your body move, girl, you need you some butter
She said, she said, "Nobody got a booty like mine"
I said, "You're right, your booty's my lifeline"
In my life I try to live with decency
Right here, right now, I wish you were freakin' me
Freak with me frequently, sleep with me and freak some D
And you can see what livin' with a G can be like
You're right, your booty is my lifeline
Your booty is my high life-line
[Chorus]
One, two, three, four
Inside of Brooklyn, we go hunting
This situation is a murderous thing
Outside of Brooklyn we go hunting
Back in Ethiopia
Inside of Brooklyn, we go hunting
This situation is a murderous thing
Outside of Brooklyn we go hunting
No, no, no, no
Me not a terrorist, me not a con man
Me only keep a weapon for protection
Never never take the life of an innocent one
She go, "Booyaka! Booyaka! Booyaka!"
Booyaka! Booyaka! Booyaka!
Now follow me, follow me, follow me, son
I like this girl and she like me too!
Me like this girl and she
[Chorus]
The lyrics of Das Racist's Booty in the Air describe a woman dancing with her "booty in the air" and her hands on the ground. The song is a celebration of the female form, particularly the buttocks, and the way it moves during dancing. Lyrics like "she got her booty in the air like an airplane" and "when her booty clap, you know the booty clap loud" suggest a celebration of the beauty and power of the female body. The song's chorus repeatedly urges listeners to "put your booty in the air" and "shake it all around," encouraging a release from societal taboos about dancing and the expression of female sexuality.
The lyrics also suggest a romantic interest in the woman, with lines like "I wish you were freakin' me" and "your booty is my lifeline." However, the song does not shy away from the potentially problematic aspects of male desire, including objectification and a focus on physical appearance over inner qualities. The lyrics could be seen as both a celebration and a critique of the male gaze and patriarchal systems that regulate women's bodies and sexuality.
Overall, Booty in the Air is a catchy and danceable song that simultaneously celebrates and problematizes the female form and male desire.
Line by Line Meaning
She got her booty in the air and her hands on the ground
She has positioned herself with her buttocks raised up while her hands touch the ground to maintain balance.
She keep her booty in the air and shake it all around
She maintains the position of having her buttocks raised in the air while continuously shaking them.
She got her booty in the air like an airplane
She has lifted her buttocks in the air to the level of an airplane.
She got her booty in the air, in the air, mayne
She has raised her buttocks high and is emphasizing its position in the air.
She got her booty in the air like her booty was a cloud
She has raised her buttocks in the air to the level of a cloud.
And when her booty clap, you know the booty clap loud
The sound of the clapping of her buttocks is so loud that it is easily noticeable.
Booty in the air!
Refrain emphasizing the positioning of the buttocks in the air.
Shake it all around!
Encouragement to shake the buttocks while it is raised in the air.
She got her booty in the air and her mind in the gutter
She has her thoughts engaged in sexual fantasies while continuing to maintain her buttocks in the air.
The way your body move, girl, you need you some butter
The way she is moving her body shows she needs some lubrication.
She said, she said, "Nobody got a booty like mine"
She claims her buttocks are unmatched by anyone else.
I said, "You're right, your booty's my lifeline"
The attraction towards her is so strong that her buttocks are seen as a lifeline.
In my life I try to live with decency
The singer acknowledges an attempt to live a morally correct life.
Right here, right now, I wish you were freakin' me
There is a strong desire to engage in sexual activities with the person with raised buttocks.
Freak with me frequently, sleep with me and freak some D
An invitation for the person to engage in sexual activities frequently with the singer.
And you can see what livin' with a G can be like
Living with a 'gangster' can have its own perks and benefits.
Your booty is my high life-line
The buttocks are considered a high point in life, as they are what attracts the artist the most.
One, two, three, four
A counting down to signify a change in mood or atmosphere.
Inside of Brooklyn, we go hunting
A figurative expression or slang, possibly to mean looking for women.
This situation is a murderous thing
The current situation is intense and possibly dangerous.
Outside of Brooklyn we go hunting
Moving out of Brooklyn to search for others to engage with romantically or sexually.
Back in Ethiopia
A change in location to Ethiopia.
No, no, no, no
A repeated sound indicating a moment of indecision or reservation.
Me not a terrorist, me not a con man
The artist is declaring that they are not a terrorist or a con artist.
Me only keep a weapon for protection
The singer only has a weapon for the purpose of self-defense or protection.
Never never take the life of an innocent one
The singer has no intention of causing any harm to innocent people.
She go, "Booyaka! Booyaka! Booyaka!"
The woman makes a sound, possibly of excitement or affirmation.
Now follow me, follow me, follow me, son
An invitation to follow, join or engage with the artist or the subject of the song.
Me like this girl and she
The artist has an interest in the girl with the raised buttocks.
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Fleshparty
desperately need this on a karaoke machine
thebearistheish
To quote Heems of DR; "They called us joke rap, we kinda weed rap. We just like rap. We don't even need rap. Could get a real job, only rap weekly. I don't need rap, told you, rap need me" I think Fake Patois is a great example of the fact that they do a lot of cliche/club songs as a way to laugh at them, whilst simultaneously making money off of them.
ñeñes ofisial
This song needs a video
nate dean
Hey bear kinda right. But all artist do this now days. Just a matter of whos better at it. But i will say this. Unlike most new albums I've heard this year, i didnt skip every other song
MrDcasciato
Most of their lyrics are coated in thick hipsterish irony, although they would never seriously admit it. They don't even take their own lack of seriousness seriously, leading to people thinking that they might actually be serious about their lyrics.
Sleezykee
Lol his singing my hi right life line....
FatherOak
In the air, in the aaaair mane!
7th Day Adventure
How is this less popular than Kodak Black?
Andy
because it's terrible
boogeefonk
I recently was thinking dees guys needed a stripper mix!