Blade
Earl Sweatshirt & Domo Genesis Lyrics


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Sweatshirt, Domo Genesis, throwing chairs, killing shit
I'm half privileged, think white and have nigger lips
A tad different, mad smart, act ignorant
Shit, I'll pass the class when my dad starts giving shits
But as long as our relationship is turdless
I'mma keep burning rubber and fucking these beats with burnt dick
Who that? Oh, that new coon John Cusack
A Mecca button-up, shoutin' bring Fubu back
Hands full of coke, mouth full of crack mu-zack
Odd Future on the doo-rag, guess who's back?
With no hint, we're egging with no tint
Plus there's a shotgun under the seat where your ho sits, uh
The Night Striker, I'm riding her, up-tying her
There's nine Vicodins stuck inside of the windpipes of her
A little bit of sherm sure provokes the fucking fight in her
She started biting cause I'm giving cock like it's advice to her




Take that, I'm on top like wave caps
This is grade-A rap, Domo bring that bass back, nigga

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Earl Sweatshirt & Domo Genesis's song Blade are full of complex and controversial themes. The opening lines, "Sweatshirt, Domo Genesis, throwing chairs, killing shit I'm half privileged, think white and have nigger lips" are a reference to the artists' experience growing up in America. Earl acknowledges his biracial heritage, saying he is "half privileged," which means he benefits from his White privilege but is also part of an oppressed minority group. Additionally, he discusses the stigma associated with having full lips as a Black man, which is often seen as unattractive and leads to negative stereotypes.


Earl's next lines, "A tad different, mad smart, act ignorant Shit, I'll pass the class when my dad starts giving shits" delve into the conflict of being a talented and intelligent person from a broken home. This struggle is common among many young Black men and highlights the societal and systemic issues that limit their opportunities. Meanwhile, the line "But as long as our relationship is turdless I'mma keep burning rubber and fucking these beats with burnt dick" talks about Earl's determination to pursue his music career despite not having a supportive family.


The chorus asserts itself through vivid imagery, referencing actor John Cusack and the hip-hop clothing brand Fubu. Together, they symbolize the commercialization of Black culture and its misuse by White people. The song continues to use vivid metaphors about drugs, sex, and violence to create a dense and engaging story of two rappers' lives.


Line by Line Meaning

Sweatshirt, Domo Genesis, throwing chairs, killing shit
Sweatshirt and Domo Genesis are starting this song energetically, ready to get wild and destroy everything in their path.


I'm half privileged, think white and have nigger lips
Earl Sweatshirt acknowledges his mixed race heritage and the privilege that comes with his whiteness, but also recognizes the physical features that mark him as a Black person.


A tad different, mad smart, act ignorant
Despite his intelligence, Earl chooses to act ignorant or aloof, perhaps to protect himself from getting hurt or being dismissed by others.


Shit, I'll pass the class when my dad starts giving shits
Earl is jokingly suggesting that he doesn't care about his father's opinion or support, as he is confident in his own abilities and success.


But as long as our relationship is turdless
Earl hopes that his relationship with his dad can remain positive and respectful, without any conflict or negativity getting in the way.


I'mma keep burning rubber and fucking these beats with burnt dick
Earl is going to continue rapping with raw intensity and aggression, even if it damages his reputation or spoils his creative output.


Who that? Oh, that new coon John Cusack
Earl is sarcastically questioning the authenticity and integrity of a new Black celebrity who may be selling out or pandering to white audiences.


A Mecca button-up, shoutin' bring Fubu back
Earl is criticizing this celebrity for promoting a brand that was once popular among Black youth, but has fallen out of favor due to cultural appropriation and shifting trends.


Hands full of coke, mouth full of crack mu-zack
Earl is painting a vivid image of a person who is deeply immersed in drug culture and addiction, likely to harmful and self-destructive effect.


Odd Future on the doo-rag, guess who's back?
Earl is referencing his rap collective, Odd Future, and signaling that they are making a comeback or resurgence in the industry.


With no hint, we're egging with no tint
Earl and Domo are playing pranks or causing mischief, without any hint or clue as to their motives or identities.


Plus there's a shotgun under the seat where your ho sits, uh
Earl and Domo are carrying a weapon in their car, perhaps as a means of protection or intimidation.


The Night Striker, I'm riding her, up-tying her
Earl is using a metaphorical language to describe his sexual conquests, portraying himself as a powerful figure who dominates and controls his partner.


There's nine Vicodins stuck inside of the windpipes of her
Earl is describing a violent and disturbing act of forcing pills into someone's throat, causing harm and possibly death.


A little bit of sherm sure provokes the fucking fight in her
Earl is referencing a drug called PCP, or sherm, which is known for causing aggressive or violent behavior in some users.


She started biting cause I'm giving cock like it's advice to her
Earl is once again using sexual language to describe his promiscuity, suggesting that he is imparting wisdom or guidance through his sexual experiences.


Take that, I'm on top like wave caps
Earl is asserting his dominance and success, using a metaphor of a popular hairstyle worn by Black men to convey his confidence and swagger.


This is grade-A rap, Domo bring that bass back, nigga
Earl and Domo are proud of their lyrics and talent, and encouraging each other to keep up the high-quality production and performance.




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Comments from YouTube:

@leondreamcast

This is nostalgic af

@SteezyMcSteelo

We need that second verse still

@beast_e55_amg

Coming back in 2024 for this.

@JBadge

Til this day "Sweatshirt Domo Genesis" randomly comes out my mouth

@ellejaxon4344

I swear I thought I was the only one lol

@YesIndeed869

Exactly what brought me back today lol

@brodiehughes6017

2023 we still bumping it

@nomad3396

2024

@percangle4200

to hear the character development of earl over the years is heartbreakingly beautiful no kizzy

@stephenbrodie5617

Shut up we're all human you just find it beautiful cuz he's a celebrity

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