Video Games
Ganksta Nip Lyrics
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Put in your quarter
Now it's time for a slaughter
I can move the joystick and watch him murder his daughter
Psychopath Liu Kang, he'll leave you for dead
But Mortal Kombat will let you cut off arms and legs and heads
Now you's a killa, even if your enemy's bigger
Fatality means you get to finish the nigga
But you can go play Sega
But I'm gonna go get Raiden
But you can go get Sonya Blade, she's a woman
Ice cold nigga Sub Zero, now he's coming
Psycho NIP, uhh game master, I'm lyrically insane
There's some good and some evil in those video games
[Chorus:] X 2
Put the quarter in, now you're on your way
Push one player, then you start to play
You must keep it real when you're tryin to win
Game over nigga, you can play it again
[Verse 2]
See I'm the man that took control
And I'm the one you'll be dealin with
Every person that you kill, see you'll really be feelin it
Healin quick, uh it's like you have a new life
Perfectly in great condition, but there's a new knife
Now it's adding, then you gon subtract one
Then you go attack one, then you go collapse one
Now you're shootin fire and ice, bullets servin em all
I'll teach you how to play Psycho NIP and murder em all
You gotta start from the bottom and rise to the top
Fight hard with combinations, finish him with a glock
Uh, game master, I'm lyrically insane
You got some good and some evil in them video games
[Chorus] X 2
[Verse 3]
Now it's a challenge, hopin that your ass ain't afraid
On stage, front page, Johnny Cage had a gauge
Move somethin, act bad, this game had a trigger
(..?..) take no shit and didn't fall none of them niggas
Hold em up, JB, funk psycho ass swing
Enemies all perish from a Scorpion's sting
'cause I'ma Toys are Us kid, the psych ain't bumpin
Everybody plays the game while they smokin on somethin
Uh, go get your niggas, now you're feelin sorry
Psycho NIP possess the souls of a thousand dead warriors
Uh, game master, I'm lyrically insane
You got some good and some evil in them video games
[Chorus] X 3
In Ganksta Nip’s song Video Games, the lyrics describe the experience of playing violent video games such as Mortal Kombat and the feelings it elicits in the player. The first verse sets the tone, with the artist associating the experience of playing video games with a “slaughter”. He also notes that while controlling characters that commit terrible acts of violence, the player can feel empowered and like a “killa”, even if they are facing a more formidable opponent. The chorus reinforces the idea that playing these games is addictive and can be all-consuming, pushing the player to keep trying until they achieve their desired outcome.
The second verse delves more into the gameplay itself, with Nip describing the process of killing one character, only to have them come back to life with a new challenge. He also notes the importance of strategy and skill in the game, as players need to master different combinations to defeat their enemies. The third verse discusses the idea that playing these games can be a bonding experience, as people come together to play and smoke. However, the artist also alludes to the darker side of the game by referencing possession and the souls of dead warriors.
Line by Line Meaning
Put in your quarter
Insert a coin to start the game
Now it's time for a slaughter
The game is violent and involves killing
I can move the joystick and watch him murder his daughter
The game allows the player to control a character to commit violent acts
Psychopath Liu Kang, he'll leave you for dead
One of the characters in the game is ruthless and deadly
But Mortal Kombat will let you cut off arms and legs and heads
The game allows extreme violence to occur, including dismemberment
Now you's a killa, even if your enemy's bigger
The game empowers the player to take down larger opponents
Fatality means you get to finish the nigga
A successful attack results in a brutal, finishing move
PlayStation, watch for what you're facing
Be careful of the challenges presented in the game
But you can go play Sega
The player has options for different gaming systems
But I'm gonna go get Raiden
The player prefers a specific character to use
But you can go get Sonya Blade, she's a woman
There are various characters to choose from, including a female option
Ice cold nigga Sub Zero, now he's coming
Another powerful character is on their way to face the player
Psycho NIP, uhh game master, I'm lyrically insane
The artist identifies themselves as a skilled gamer
There's some good and some evil in those video games
The game features elements of both positive and negative actions
Put the quarter in, now you're on your way
The game begins once the player inserts a coin
Push one player, then you start to play
Select the player option to begin the game
You must keep it real when you're tryin to win
The player must stay focused and true to themselves to succeed
Game over nigga, you can play it again
If the player loses, they can try again
See I'm the man that took control
The player is confident and in charge
And I'm the one you'll be dealin with
The player is the one in charge of their actions in the game
Every person that you kill, see you'll really be feelin it
The violent actions in the game can have emotional consequences for the player
Healin quick, uh it's like you have a new life
The player can quickly recover from injuries in the game
Perfectly in great condition, but there's a new knife
The player is healthy, but new challenges have arisen in the game
Now it's adding, then you gon subtract one
As the game progresses, the player must make tactical decisions
Then you go attack one, then you go collapse one
The player must engage in combat to succeed
Now you're shootin fire and ice, bullets servin em all
The player has access to powerful weapons and abilities
I'll teach you how to play Psycho NIP and murder em all
The artist offers to share their gaming expertise
You gotta start from the bottom and rise to the top
The player must work their way up to achieve success in the game
Fight hard with combinations, finish him with a glock
The player must use strategy and multiple moves to win, including fatal firearm use
Now it's a challenge, hopin that your ass ain't afraid
The game has become more difficult and intense
On stage, front page, Johnny Cage had a gauge
The character Johnny Cage is skilled and prominently featured
Move somethin, act bad, this game had a trigger
The game can evoke adrenaline and aggression in the player
(..?..) take no shit and didn't fall none of them niggas
The player does not back down from challenges and remains undefeated
Hold em up, JB, funk psycho ass swing
The artist presents themselves as a skilled and unconventional gamer
Enemies all perish from a Scorpion's sting
The character Scorpion is deadly in the game
'cause I'ma Toys are Us kid, the psych ain't bumpin
The artist admits to being a fan of toys and gaming culture
Everybody plays the game while they smokin on somethin
The game can be enjoyed while partaking in recreational substances
Go get your niggas, now you're feelin sorry
The player invites friends to play and compete against them
Psycho NIP possess the souls of a thousand dead warriors
The artist identifies themselves as a powerful and knowledgeable gamer
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOE BYTHEWOOD, ROWDY WILLIAMS
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