Curry left Raider Klan in 2013, releasing his debut studio album, Nostalgic 64, in September of that year, while still in high school. He has since released three extended plays: 32 Zel/Planet Shrooms in 2015, 13 in 2017, and UNLOCKED (a collaboration with Kenny Beats) in 2020, and four studio albums: Imperial in 2016, Ta13oo in 2018, Zuu in 2019, and Melt My Eyez See Your Future in 2022. TA13OO, ZUU, and Melt My Eyez debuted at numbers 28, 32, and 51 on the Billboard 200 chart, respectively, with Melt My Eyez returning at number 17 after the release of an extended edition. All of his projects have garnered significant critical acclaim.
In 2012, he released his second mixtape, titled King of the Mischievous South Vol. 1 Underground Tape 1996, which caught the attention of fellow American rapper Earl Sweatshirt and other members of Odd Future label.
Curry's third mixtape, titled Strictly for My R.V.I.D.X.R.S., was released after the death of Trayvon Martin, who also lived in Carol City and went to the same high school as Denzel Curry. His rap style on this mixtape was inspired by 2PAC. On June 9, 2015, Curry released his first double EP, titled 32 Zel/Planet Shrooms. His first release in 2016 was the single "Flying Nimbus".
His second full-length album, titled Imperial, was released on March 9, 2016, then re-released later on Spotify as the deluxe version on October 14, 2016. In June 2016, Curry was featured on a cover as one of the XXL's 2016's Freshmen Class.
On May 13, 2017, Curry uploaded a track entitled "Hate Government [demo]" to his SoundCloud account. In the weeks that followed, he released two more demos for songs entitled "Equalizer [demo]" and "ZELTRON 6 BILLION ft. Lil Ugly Mane." After these releases as well as a series of cryptic posts on social media (seemingly portraying another alter ego called Zeltron), he released an EP entitled 13 on June 25, 2017. All of the demo tracks were included on the EP as well as two other new songs. On August 18, 2017, Curry released another song called "Skywalker." Later that year, on September 22, a remastered version of 32 Zel was released, including a remix of "Ultimate" featuring Juicy J.
On April 2, 2018, Curry released the lead single off of Ta13oo titled, "Sumo" on Zane Lowe's Beats 1 radio show. On May 24, 2018, Curry released the second single off the album titled, "Percs". Curry then released the third single titled, "Clout Cobain", on July 13, 2018, and announced that his album TA13OO, would be released in three acts: The first act, Light, was released on July 25, followed by Gray on July 26, and Dark on July 27. Each previously-released single represents one of the album's acts, as "Sumo" represents Light, "Clout Cobain" represents Gray, and "Percs" represents Dark, which comes together cohesively to form TA13OO. TA13OO features guest appearances from GoldLink, JID, JPEGMAFIA, ZillaKami and more.
On January 5, 2022, the official trailer for Curry's fifth studio album, titled Melt My Eyez See Your Future, was uploaded to his YouTube channel. It was revealed that the album would contain guest appearances from artists such as T-Pain, 6lack, Slowthai, Rico Nasty, J.I.D, and Thundercat, among others. Curry said the project would feature a new, more mature sound, different from his previous works: "Y'all are not going to hear the same type of Denzel anymore." On January 24, a single titled "Walkin", along with a Western-inspired music video directed by Adrian Villagomez, was released. Curry also said the album "is made up of everything that I couldn't include on Ta13oo or Imperial because I was going through depression and anger issues", and would take inspiration from traditional hip-hop, drum and bass, trap, poetry, and jazz. The same day, a North American and European tour promoting the album (with guest acts Kenny Mason, Mike Dimes, Redveil, and PlayThatBoiZay) was announced. On February 24, Curry released another single from the upcoming album, "Zatoichi" featuring Slowthai. It was accompanied by a music video also directed by Adrian Villagomez. On March 18, Curry announced the album would be released on March 25. On March 21, a third single, "Troubles" featuring T-Pain, was released along with a music video. The album was released on March 25, 2022. It debuted at number 51 on the Billboard 200 chart, and at number 23 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart.
Curry recorded a song featuring rapper Reason, "1st Quarter", as a contribution to Apple Music's "collection of exclusively commissioned new songs from Black creatives", titled Juneteenth 2022: Freedom Songs. He commented: "It's an accomplishment to make it through the first quarter of my life. Especially as a Black man in America".
Curry's song featuring PlayThatBoiZay, "Let It All Hang Out", was included in Elvis—a biographical movie about Elvis Presley that premiered in June 2022—as well as on the movie's soundtrack album.
On June 24, 2022, a collaboration between Dot da Genius, JID, Curry, and Kid Cudi, titled "Talk About Me", was released, along with a music video directed by Cole Bennett. On June 29, 2022, Curry performed an NPR Tiny Desk Concert. On July 21, he performed "Walkin" on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
On September 30, 2022, Curry released Melt My Eyez See Your Future (The Extended Edition). The album features reimagined versions of songs from the original album with live instrumentation performed by the Cold Blooded Soul Band, which performed with Curry on his NPR Tiny Desk Concert and The Tonight Show performance.
Story: No Title
Denzel Curry Lyrics
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Came up in this game, now my idols is my rivals
Childhood friends end up pulling guns on you
Hoes wanna fuck because you carry funds on you
Like a blind man in church, homie, I don't see none of that
Still can't believe that I made it off rapping
Baby bottle blue mic spitting blue magic
How the fuck the rap game, become a beauty pageant?
'Cause they got no identity, I'm off the top like
O-ren Ishii vs. Uma Thurman
Gasoline, in my thermos
And I'm 'bout to make a furnace out you niggas
Spitting ether, make-believers call it Easter
I am Jesus with a blacker penis, that is fucking genius
Who said Jesus can't be a black guy?
Even Luke Skywalker's father was on the dark side
Story with no title, everything is vital
Praying for my rivals let the church say (ay!)
Everything is vital, hand up on the rifle
Send them off to Lotto, let the case say (spray!)
Story with no title, everything is vital
Praying for my rivals let the church say (ay!)
Everything is vital, hand up on the rifle
Just like a
Story with no title, everything is vital
Started from the bottom where they wear bikini bottoms
Dig even deeper all you see is crabs in a bucket
When shit hit the fan niggas up it like "fuck it"
Spitting colder shit over cold shit my diamond you cold bitch
You like N64, go buy my old shit
I keep a AK on my Issa Gold shit
That's how it goes down on the lower East Coast bitch
South Florida, twenty-one getting older
Mind of a marine ever since I was a teen
Blowing up smithereens, living a broke man's dream
Follow the roots of the prince 'til they crown me king
It seems, these niggas acting less than G's
This ain't the place that I choose to be
Where friends become strangers
Everybody wants to be a gangsta
It's going down on the block, no anchor, story with no title!
Story with no title, everything is vital
Praying for my rivals let the church say (ay!)
Everything is vital, hand up on the rifle
Send them off to Lotto let the case say (spray!)
Story with no title, everything is vital
Praying for my rivals let the church say (ay!)
Everything is vital, hand up on the rifle
Just like a
Story with no title, bullet with no name
I was brought up inside a city that was built of cane
Even during my sunny days I am still a hurricane
I just wanna make it rain ain't no aim ba-bay
Watching Bebe's kids, we all Bebe's kids
Little badass jit that's where the story begins
'Fore the end of the timeline, on to the crime crimes
Out here beefing ain't no working at Five Guys
It's wild, convicted felon put on trial
It's sad, a mother outlives her child
And that's bad, especially because we're black
When the revolution start that's when the niggas attack
I'm looking at the liars that say you ain't come from riches
Stop calling out women, bitches, fried chicken, and watermelons
Not my diet, I'm everything you fear and what defines it
And if I die today it's not surprising, story with no title
The lyrics of Denzel Curry's song "Story: No Title" paint a picture of his journey in the music industry and the challenges he has faced. The title itself suggests that his story is untitled, which can be interpreted as a sense of identity and purposelessness. The line "everything is vital" signifies the importance and significance of every aspect of his life and career.
Curry expresses a shift in his perspective on success and fame. He mentions that his idols have now become his rivals, indicating that he has surpassed his initial inspirations and is now competing with them. The line "Childhood friends end up pulling guns on you" portrays the harsh reality of fame, where those close to him can turn against him. The mention of hoes wanting to be with him because of his wealth reveals the superficiality and insincerity of some relationships in the industry.
Throughout the song, there is a theme of authenticity and staying true to oneself. Curry criticizes rappers who imitate an Atlanta sound to gain popularity and highlights the lack of identity in the rap game. He proudly asserts his individuality, claiming to be "off the top" like a spontaneous freestyle and referencing characters from the movie Kill Bill to illustrate his uniqueness. The line "Gasoline, in my thermos" and the subsequent line about making a furnace out of people indicates his intention to ignite and burn his competition with his powerful lyrics.
In the second verse, Curry reflects on his upbringing and the struggles he faced. He mentions starting from the bottom, where people wear bikini bottoms, metaphorically representing a disadvantaged and impoverished environment. He acknowledges the presence of crab mentality within his community, where people pull each other down instead of uplifting one another. The line "It's going down on the block, no anchor" suggests a sense of chaos and lawlessness in his neighborhood.
As the song progresses, Curry highlights social issues and systemic racism. He references being brought up in a city built on cane, which can represent both the sugarcane industry and the historical exploitation of black labor. He touches on the harsh reality of violence and injustice faced by his community, expressing his desire to bring change and make it rain, symbolizing a desire to uplift and empower through his music.
Overall, "Story: No Title" is a reflection on Denzel Curry's personal journey, the challenges he faces, and his determination to overcome obstacles and make a meaningful impact through his art.
Line by Line Meaning
Story with no title, everything is vital
The narrative of this song is untitled, but every aspect of it carries significant importance and meaning.
Came up in this game, now my idols is my rivals
As I gained success in the music industry, my former role models have now become my competitors.
Childhood friends end up pulling guns on you
It's disheartening to discover that friends from my past would turn against me and resort to violence.
Hoes wanna fuck because you carry funds on you
Some women are only interested in having sexual relations with me because they know I have money.
Like a blind man in church, homie, I don't see none of that
Similar to a visually impaired person attending church, I am oblivious to the deceptive intentions of others.
Still can't believe that I made it off rapping
I am still in awe that I achieved success solely through my rapping talent and skill.
Baby bottle blue mic spitting blue magic
When I rap into the microphone, it feels like I possess a special ability to captivate and mesmerize the audience.
How the fuck the rap game, become a beauty pageant?
I'm questioning how the rap industry has transformed into a competition focused on superficial appearances, similar to a beauty contest.
Fugazi ass rapper trying to sound like Atlanta
There are inauthentic rappers attempting to imitate the distinct sound and style originating from Atlanta.
'Cause they got no identity, I'm off the top like O-ren Ishii vs. Uma Thurman
These rappers lack originality and individuality in their music, while I freestyle effortlessly like the confrontation between O-ren Ishii and Uma Thurman in the movie Kill Bill.
Gasoline, in my thermos
My lyrics are as potent and flammable as gasoline, fueling my artistic expression.
And I'm 'bout to make a furnace out you niggas
I am about to expose and burn down all the fake individuals in the rap industry.
Spitting ether, make-believers call it Easter
My lyrical attack and ability to expose the truth leaves those who pretend or deceive feeling exposed, similar to the revelation of secrets during Easter.
I am Jesus with a blacker penis, that is fucking genius
I metaphorically compare myself to Jesus but highlight the genius aspect by emphasizing my blackness and lyrical prowess.
Who said Jesus can't be a black guy?
I challenge the notion that Jesus cannot be portrayed as a person of African descent.
Even Luke Skywalker's father was on the dark side
I draw a parallel to the Star Wars character, Darth Vader, whose father, Luke Skywalker, turned to the dark side. This highlights how even someone with a noble lineage can be flawed.
Started from the bottom where they wear bikini bottoms
I began my journey to success in a place associated with leisurely beachwear like bikini bottoms.
Dig even deeper all you see is crabs in a bucket
When you delve further into this environment, all you find are people who constantly try to pull you down, akin to crabs in a bucket.
When shit hit the fan niggas up it like 'fuck it'
When things get tough or chaotic, some people abandon their responsibilities and adopt a carefree attitude.
Spitting colder shit over cold shit my diamond you cold bitch
I am delivering even more powerful and intense lyrics over a beat that is already cold, demonstrating my superiority in this regard.
You like N64, go buy my old shit
In comparison to your outdated gaming console, the N64, my previous works still maintain their value and relevance.
I keep a AK on my Issa Gold shit
Similar to the rapper Issa Gold, I am always armed with an AK-47, which symbolizes my readiness for any potential threats or conflicts.
That's how it goes down on the lower East Coast bitch
This is the reality and lifestyle experienced on the lower East Coast, characterized by various challenges and dangers.
South Florida, twenty-one getting older
I am from South Florida, and at the age of twenty-one, I'm slowly transitioning into adulthood.
Mind of a marine ever since I was a teen
My mindset has been disciplined and tough, reminiscent of a marine, ever since I was a teenager.
Blowing up smithereens, living a broke man's dream
I am achieving great success while simultaneously exposing the flaws and struggles associated with a life of poverty and hardship.
Follow the roots of the prince 'til they crown me king
I will continue to trace my heritage back to royalty, symbolizing my ascent to greatness and ultimate reign as a king.
It seems, these niggas acting less than G's
These individuals are presenting themselves in a manner that contradicts the qualities typically associated with being a genuine gangster.
This ain't the place that I choose to be
I am expressing my discontent and dissatisfaction with the current environment and circumstances I find myself in.
Where friends become strangers
In this environment, even close friends can transform into unfamiliar and distant individuals.
Everybody wants to be a gangsta
Many people in this setting falsely aspire to embody the image and characteristics of a gangster.
It's going down on the block, no anchor, story with no title!
Chaos is prevalent in the neighborhood, lacking stability or a guiding force, emphasizing the untitled and unpredictable nature of this story.
Story with no title, bullet with no name
This narrative lacks a specific title, just as the bullet fired from a gun remains anonymous and lacks identification.
I was brought up inside a city that was built of cane
I was raised in a city where the production and distribution of illicit substances, particularly cocaine, formed the foundation of its economy and culture.
Even during my sunny days I am still a hurricane
Despite experiencing positive moments or favorable circumstances, I possess an intense and unstoppable force inside me, similar to a hurricane.
I just wanna make it rain ain't no aim ba-bay
My primary goal is to achieve immense success and wealth, without any specific intention or target in mind.
Watching Bebe's kids, we all Bebe's kids
Referencing the film 'Bebe's Kids,' my childhood was filled with troublemakers and misbehaving children, associating myself with that rambunctious group.
Little badass jit that's where the story begins
As a young and rebellious individual, this is where my personal journey and tale commence.
'Fore the end of the timeline, on to the crime crimes
Before the conclusion of my life's story, I delve into criminal activities and illicit endeavors.
Out here beefing ain't no working at Five Guys
Engaging in conflicts and rivalries is prevalent in this environment, unlike the peaceful atmosphere found in a typical Five Guys restaurant.
It's wild, convicted felon put on trial
The situation is chaotic, as a person with a criminal record must face legal proceedings and be tried in court.
It's sad, a mother outlives her child
Tragically, a mother experiences the sorrow of outliving her own child, which brings immense sadness.
And that's bad, especially because we're black
This is an unfortunate situation, particularly due to our shared racial identity as Black individuals.
When the revolution start that's when the niggas attack
In times of societal revolution or upheaval, individuals who were once peaceful can turn hostile and aggressive, reflecting the unpredictable nature of humans.
I'm looking at the liars that say you ain't come from riches
I'm observing those deceitful individuals who claim that you did not originate from a wealthy background.
Stop calling out women, bitches, fried chicken, and watermelons
I urge people to refrain from using derogatory language towards women and perpetuating stereotypes related to African American cuisine, such as fried chicken and watermelons.
Not my diet, I'm everything you fear and what defines it
I do not adhere to or promote those stereotypes; instead, I represent everything that provokes fear and challenges the perception of what defines individuals like me.
And if I die today it's not surprising, story with no title
If my life were to end suddenly, it wouldn't be unexpected or shocking, given the unpredictable and untitled nature of this story.
Lyrics © PROMNITE PUBLISHING, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Denzel Rae Don Curry, Lino Martinez, Paul Sledge
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