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Denzel Curry Lyrics

Pamela Anderson, Pam Grier
Denzel is comparing himself to these beautiful and iconic actresses, setting himself up as a force to be reckoned with.

The man's here, there's no fear
Denzel is confident and in control, asserting his dominance in the rap game.

Came through with no tears
Denzel is strong and resilient, able to handle whatever comes his way without breaking down emotionally.

I don't cry
Denzel is tough and unemotional, showing little vulnerability in his demeanor.

Matter fact, I don't lie like a bedside
Denzel prides himself on being honest and upfront, never deceiving people like a dishonest lover.

I tell the truth then I tell you what it is
Denzel values honesty and upholding promises, telling it like it is and delivering on his word.

Or what it ain't
Denzel is not only honest about what something is, but also what it isn't, never misleading or falsely representing information.

Please roll me up another dank, another smoke
Denzel enjoys smoking marijuana and uses it as a way to cope with life's daily struggles.

Though I see it as the antidote to cure my daily anecdotes
Denzel believes that smoking marijuana is the cure to his daily struggles and stories, providing him with an escape from reality.

I see my thoughts, it's adios
Marijuana allows Denzel to let go of his anxious thoughts and worries, saying goodbye to them momentarily.

Finito, I get new jerseys like I was a guido
Denzel is always changing up his style, referencing the Jersey Shore guido culture as an example of constantly evolving taste.

The ego, gotta be vetoed if you want a free-throw
Denzel recognizes the impact of ego on one's success, understanding that egotistical behavior can ultimately hinder progress.

The evils, stay with the scripture what your mama read you
Denzel encourages listeners to hold onto the positive values their mothers taught them, reminding them to resist the temptation of negative influences.

You gotta milk the game, son, I couldn't bottle feed you
Denzel is proud of his own success and hard work, emphasizing the idea that success is achieved through effort, not handouts.

This next bar was 'bout to do some Logic shit
Denzel was about to use a clever, intellectual rhyme scheme like rapper Logic often does.

But now I gotta stop the shit and let me pop my shit
Denzel shifts gears and decides to talk about his own successes and brag about his talent.

Drama still added on, stayin' positive
Despite any conflicts or complications, Denzel keeps a positive attitude and focuses on the good in his life.

All my niggas on my side, on the opposite
Denzel trusts in and has a strong connection to his group of friends, confident in the support they provide him.

Get money from a show then deposit it (uh)
Denzel quickly and easily makes money from his performances, able to deposit it just as quickly.

Your shows got no hoes, I acknowledge it (yeah)
Denzel admits that other performers have less success with garnering a female audience.

So braggadocios, spit sick shit, it's atrocious (nasty)
Denzel proudly boasts about his talent and rhyming skills, delivering lyrics so impressive that they're almost unpleasant.

Risin' like the stocks (stock) broken
Just like stocks that have fallen, Denzel has also gone through hard times, but is now making a comeback and rising again like a stock.

The Shogun, came through with no gun
Denzel, like a Shogun warrior, is powerful and dominant but doesn't need a weapon to prove it.

One man, ichiban, fresh out of Japan, do as I command
Denzel is the epitome of quality, like the term ichiban, can command respect, and lead, especially when fresh like someone coming out of Japan.

And what I demand is some fucking peace and quiet
Denzel wants things to calm down so he can enjoy a moment of silence and serenity.

Told 'em, "Please go to church, and please get on a diet"
Denzel suggests that others improve their lives by going to church for inner peace and adopting a healthy lifestyle.

Shoebox came with the do-op
Denzel gets his money from his shoebox filled with cash, like how doo-wop singers often stored their cash in shoeboxes.

One billion and two cops can't find 2Pac
Even with billions of dollars and the resources of the police, Tupac Shakur's killer(s) were never brought to justice.

Two shots, that's two grazed in two days
Two people were shot within two days in Denzel's area, indicating that gun violence is common and happening frequently.

What goes up must come down on Tuesday
Just as gravity impacts physical objects, life has ups and downs as well, and Denzel suggests that the blows usually happen on Tuesdays of all days.

And I don't like Pixar
Denzel doesn't like Pixar, a popular animation production company, however this line is probably being purposefully ironic as people generally love Pixar productions and he's just using it to stir up controversy in his lyrics.

Missed-star, I am the master
Denzel didn't become a star by chance, he is the mastermind behind it all, with real talent and the drive to succeed.

I came through like a (wait a minute) bastard
Denzel appeared uninvited or unexpected like a controversial bastard child making an entrance in someone's life. This line is possibly used metaphorically to compare himself to a bastard that people usually have a negative perception of, but he barges in and succeeds anyway.

Nobody father my style
Denzel owns his distinctive style and identity, and no one else has had a direct influence on his unique sound.

People say I will fall off but I've be here for a while, so nope
Although critics may suggest that Denzel's time at the top will be short-lived, he has already been around for a long time and has no intention of slowing down anytime soon.

Are you ready for the motherfucking giant?
Denzel has a reputation for being a giant in the rap industry and is asking if people are ready to face him.

The tyrant, the titan, the ogre, the Lycan
Here, Denzel is associating himself with powerful and supernatural creatures, emphasizing his beast-like qualities in the rap industry.

The vampire taking over empires
Denzel continues his metaphorical association with supernatural beings, presenting himself as a powerful force that can conquer everything in the rap industry.

The game was a tooth, I'm a fucking pair of pliers
Denzel is indicating his ability metaphorically to extract the value out of something previously considered unremarkable, unvaluable, or insignificant. He can take the game (tooth) and make something meaningful and important out of it (plier).

We gon' do 'em Vinny style
Denzel's crew will take on their competitors in the same aggressive and disrespectful way as Vinny, a character from the movie Goodfellas, who is known for being ruthless.

As you can see, this nigga got many styles (furious)
Denzel is versatile, talented, and has a range of lyrical approaches that show off his skills to the fullest.

Know too many niggas that got semi-rounds and cold like ice (furious)
Denzel has witnessed friends who own and carry rounded semi-auto pistols, as well as being cold and calculated when they use them, indicating the dangers and potential for violence within his circle and society at large.

Put thorns to your crowns, you go out like Christ, my nigga
Denzel feels like he is capable of inflicting damage, suggesting that he could hurt someone or something perceived as powerful or influential, like the crown. He compares the impending doom brought on by his power to the death of Jesus, the ultimate symbol of sacrifice, victory over death, and redemption for sins.

(You already know what time it is)
A phrase used to indicate that the listener is already aware of the situation.

(It's the motherfuckin' championship)
Denzel proclaims that this moment is the pinnacle of the rap game, his success and talent are the true championship to be recognized and celebrated.