JID previewed “Stick” in an Instagram live session on October 13, 2020, hinting at a possible release the same month.
“Stick” debuted and peaked at #71 on the Billboard Hot 100 for the chart week ending April 16, 2022, marking Kenny Mason’s first career entry on the chart.
Stick
Dreamville Lyrics
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It's up and it's stuck, and it's stuck where it's up, fah
Hahaha (fuck 'bout you, pray for them folks, bro, pray for them folks)
Oh, I know you niggas ain't see this comin' (come on, bruh)
(On me, bro, I don't give a fuck 'bout this shit, bro)
I mean, normally around this time, I'd ask if you was ready (turn me the fuck up, bruh)
But I know there's no way you niggas was ready for what's about to happen (AraabMUZIK)
Stick, stick (bitch), stick (bitch), stick
I got a new stick (bitch), I got a new stick (bitch) (boom)
I got a new stick (boom), I got a new stick (boom)
Stick (bitch), stick (bitch), stick (bitch), stick (yeah)
Stick (yeah), stick (yeah), stick (yeah), stick
I got a new stick (I got a brand new stick, bitch)
I got a new stick (I got a brand new stick, bitch)
I got a new stick (I got a brand new stick, bitch)
I got a new stick (I got a brand new stick)
If I see that nigga, I'ma wet his ho-ass up
Roll down the window (brrt), roll up the window (ooh)
Roll down the window (brrt), roll up the window (ooh)
Roll down the window (brrt), roll up the window (ooh)
Roll down the window (yeah, brrt) roll up the window (uh, okay)
Hand on my dick and my hand on my gun
One is for shootin' and one is for fun
Niggas trippin' off of 151
Black & Milds burnin' under the sun
Black and brown kids young or they dumb
Sack a town, where your mom and them from
Gather 'round, run in all of your shit
But what did you get? (New stick)
I say it's up, that mean it's stuck (I got a new stick)
Run out of bullets, you run out of luck (I got a new stick)
One in the cribbo and one in the truck (I got a new stick)
One in the tippo 'cause bloody ain't duck
Step a foot up on the yard and get struck
Everyone I grew around was a thug
Thought he was a shooter, thought he was tough
Found his body coolin' out in the cut
Shit, Fulton County, fifty cal' in the tuck
Fuck around and shoot the cavalry up
Bullets sneezing, we got allergies
We got alibis, we got calibers, categorized
FN, bitch, capitalized, better recognize
I got sick and tired of lettin' bitches slide (I got a new stick)
So I'm in the whip, I got the stick inside (I got a new stick)
If I sniff a scent, smell a lie (I got a new stick)
Smell a bitch, crack a smile, let it rip, let it ride
First time, second line, second time, bloodline
Third time, even- dyin', takin' one of mine
I'm on Candler Road with a chopper from Columbine
Creepin' on the cracker tryna colonize
Leave God out of this, JID
Stick (yeah), stick (yeah), stick (yeah), stick (bitch)
Stick (yeah), stick (yeah), stick (yeah), stick
I got a new stick (I got a brand new stick, ooh)
I got a new stick (I got a brand new stick)
I got a new stick (I got a brand new stick)
I got a new stick (I got a brand new stick)
Yeah, bitch, pull up proper (bitch)
Dance on a pussy, I salsa (cha-cha)
I am not from Earth (hell nah)
Sheck Wes pulled up in a saucer (ooh, bitch)
I heard you fell in love with that bitch (bitch)
Sheck Wes fell in love with the chopper (ow)
Sheck Wes, I'm a motherfuckin' monster (yeah)
I came out the water like a Loch Ness (yeah)
My niggas on the block with no options (no)
They smokin' niggas like Hot Grabba (Grabba, Grabba)
I bought a new stick (bitch), came with a new bitch (bitch)
Bought the ho new kicks (walkin')
Off the music, bitch, I got rich, left you niggas clueless (ching-ching)
Got a couple cribs, got a couple whips, I don't wanna do shit (no)
Nah, I don't wanna do shit
Now, hold up, hold up, hold up, Sheck, don't get stagnant
Hood girls and models all in these pageants
You don't know my neck, bitch, I been havin'
I ain't internet, these niggas been laggin'
Yeah, yeah, yeah, and I still keep a ratchet
Spit fire like an RAF pilot
Steal a nigga bitch, I feel like Aladdin
Me and my white friends gon' get blasted off the (stick)
Alright, so check it out
You niggas over here talkin' 'bout festivals
I'm thinkin' more like invasions
You gon' stop playin' on Dreamville's time (Gangsta Grizzillz)
Like niggas don't run this
Uh (oh, shit)
Pray for me, God's got a play for me
Me and them are not standing adjacently (no way)
Thirsty for the clout, talkin' too brazenly
Bullet hit his mouth, at least he died tastefully (oh, shit)
Good Lord has never forsaken me
In God I trust, so I get money faithfully (hahaha)
Not just occasionally
Got to make cake every day like I work for a bakery (yeah)
I know you pussy, the secret's not safe with me
You crazy, you think you gon' take from me (yeah)
Not for extortin', treat problems like Orkin
I call up some niggas I know that's gon' spray for me (woo, woo, woo, brrt)
Speakin' in code case they tapin' me
Let off the whole fuckin' clip, leave a vacancy (bah, bah, bah, bah)
I'm 'bout that two with the six, so I'm basically
Reppin' more shooters than Rich Paul's agency
They get to clutchin', you best get to duckin'
Like 6'7" niggas that's dunkin' for Oregon
Money so long, if I start in the South
And then spread this shit out, it'd be touchin' like Portland
So it's no wonder I'm walkin' with caution
I know that God got his grace with me
But I'll still treat a ride through the hood
Like a hike through the woods
Got a stick that I take with me
Stick, stick, stick, stick (DJ Drama)
Stick, stick, stick, stick (welcome to D-Day, suckers)
I got a new stick (I got a brand new stick)
I got a new stick (I got a brand new stick)
I got a new stick (I got a brand new stick)
I got a new stick (I got a brand new stick)
Dreamville
Stick up the shell, pick up the shell (Gangsta Grizzillz, new)
Lit up the air, niggas in here (stick)
Stick up the shell, pick up the shell (new)
Lit up the air, niggas in here (stick)
Stick up the shell, pick up the shell (new)
Lit up the sh-, niggas in here (stick)
Stick up the shell, pick up the shell (new)
Lit up the air, niggas in here (stick)
The verses of the song "Stick" by JID and J. Cole pertain to gunfire and weapons, with both rappers discussing their guns, or "sticks." The chorus repeats the word "stick" over and over while implying that they have new weapons, and the sound of gunfire is peppered throughout the track. The song kicks off with J. Cole making a statement about events to follow in the song. The two rappers talk about how they handle the situations they face, and their guns are their go-to tool.
One of the central themes in the track involves guns, which is a frequent subject in hip-hop, particularly in Drill music. The song includes gunshots, and both rappers make numerous references to guns, with JID using metaphors at one point to refer to his guns as hands on his penis and gun. Beyond the violence portrayed in the song, there is a sense of vulnerability as both the rappers describe the problems they face and how their firearms help them solve these issues.
Overall, the song "Stick" is a reflection on the problems and violence happening in specific communities that are utilizing firearms as a tool for protection. The song depicts the severity of the gun violence that continues to plague these communities, and the hopelessness they face because of it.
Line by Line Meaning
I got the time, ayy
I have the opportunity to take control of this situation.
It's up and it's stuck, and it's stuck where it's up, fah
Things are getting intense, and the situation is at a standstill.
Oh, I know you niggas ain't see this comin' (come on, bruh)
I'm about to surprise you all with something unexpected.
I got a new stick (bitch), I got a new stick (bitch) (boom)
I have a new gun that I plan to use.
If I see that nigga, I'ma wet his ho-ass up
If I come across my enemy, I'll be sure to shoot them.
One is for shootin' and one is for fun
I have two guns - one for serious business, and one for pleasure.
Sack a town, where your mom and them from
I'm going to pillage a town where your loved ones reside.
First time, second line, second time, bloodline
I'll shoot you not once, not twice, but three times until you bleed out.
I came out the water like a Loch Ness (yeah)
I am an otherworldly being who could not have originated from this planet.
Thirsty for the clout, talkin' too brazenly
People who crave attention and fame speak recklessly without regard for consequences.
Not just occasionally
Got to make cake every day like I work for a bakery (yeah)
I have to constantly make money and work hard, like I'm employed at a bakery where the work never ends.
Like 6'7" niggas that's dunkin' for Oregon
I have to be quick to react, like basketball players who are tall and skilled enough to dunk the ball for the Oregon Ducks basketball team.
Lit up the sh-, niggas in here (stick)
I fired my gun, and everyone in the vicinity is now aware of my presence and the danger I pose.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: Abraham Orellana, Anthony Tucker, Destin Choice Route, Kenny Mason
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@treycross8037
Cole said “I know God has his grace for me, but I still treat a ride through the hood like a hike through the woods, gotta stick that I take with me” 🥶
@MusicEnthusiast2011
This nigga is different.
@starseedgina
HARD!
@maryprice4597
Crazy
@therealjamin6618
That's J Cole bwooooy!! Don't act like you didn't know he was gonna snap!!
@marksavoia3687
#MoorBarz #AraabMuzik
@evanuk21
How is nobody talking about Sheck Wes casually sliding back in the game contributing to this absolute GEM?! LIVE SHECK DIE SHECK. 🔥🔥🔥🔥
@caleb-jv4lw
big facts need another sheck album🔥🔥
@farrelljohnson1431
Is it me or does this feel like a old X song. Not saying it copied. It just has that vibe maybe it's just me
@coltonhorstman7637
@Farrell Johnson Immediately thought of take a step back by ski mask and x