Special
Goodie Lyrics

They call him Gipp saga
Referring to himself in the third person, Goodie Mob introduces his stage name 'Gipp saga'.

It's the mutant, mister get down
Gipp saga is an exceptional talent who stands out from the crowd and possesses great style and energy.

Live wire, words poke you like barbwire
Gipp saga's lyrics are electrifying and sharp, they have a rough edge and can definitely make an impact on the listener.

Maroon Range, sugar cane, oil stains
Gipp saga lists different elements of his environment, which might represent aspects of his identity or upbringing.

My right leg longer than my left foot
Gipp saga uses a physical characteristic to illustrate his uniqueness and how he stands out from the norm.

Put stripes next to squares, still peel the circle
Gipp saga is challenging established patterns and defying expectations, he refuses to fit into a box or category.

See spirits off of people, I don't see color
Gipp saga is perceptive and insightful, he can sense things about others that go beyond superficial characteristics like race or ethnicity.

I'm a special mind, yeah, a special kind
Gipp saga recognizes his individuality and embraces it, he is confident in his abilities and identity.

Conceived in the South at a special time
Gipp saga suggests that his origins and timing of birth were significant and shaped who he is.

Covered in leaves of gold
Gipp saga uses a metaphor to express his unique qualities and value, he is like a rare treasure or precious plant.

Scripture written in scrolls
Gipp saga compares his words and message to sacred texts, emphasizing their importance and meaning.

Spoken so clearly in tongues
Gipp saga's message is universal and can be understood by anyone, regardless of language or culture.

So my children would come
Gipp saga's intention is to inspire and connect with younger generations, to leave a legacy and positive impact on the world.

Look around / Can't you see / The industry: they look like me
Gipp saga points out that the music industry is dominated by certain types of artists who conform to a specific image, while he stands out and is unique.

I don't wear the clothes you wear / I'm just different and I don't care
Gipp saga is proud of his individuality and doesn't feel the need to fit in or conform to social norms or expectations.

It's kind of sad and it's a shame / Everyone wants to be the same
Gipp saga laments the lack of diversity and originality in society, where people are pressured to conform and imitate each other.

If you are listening here and now / I'm sure I can show you how / It's okay to be afraid / Don't you want to be special
Gipp saga encourages listeners to embrace their uniqueness and not fear being different, as that is what makes them special and valuable.

S.P.E.C.I.A.L. / Heavyweight in the game, T tip the scale / I travel over the world back to ATL
Gipp saga uses an acronym for his name and boasts of his success and influence in the music industry, as well as his travels and connection to his hometown in Atlanta.

I'm friends with the mayor, I'm a truthsayer / A crusader, a natural-born raider
Gipp saga implies that he is well-connected and respected in his community, as well as being a voice of truth and justice.

I need a deejayer to be the illustrator / Let's get the dollar signs / I said my Gucci rhymes / I think it's tea time / Don't need a co-sign / T-Mo is on the grind, he about to let it shine / Off in the skyline, don't worry 'bout mine
Gipp saga describes the importance of having a DJ to support his art and earn money, and talks about his lyrics and style while also acknowledging his friend T-Mo and their mutual success and independence.

Scientists stood around in silence as I was being born / Was I quote, unquote special or was there something wrong / My skin was black, my heart was gold, and my tongue was silver / And the fact that I could talk already, that was a thriller
Gipp saga imagines his birth as a moment of awe and wonder, and asserts his uniqueness and gifts even from his earliest moments of life.

And I fear what I don't understand, so let me warn you / Especially when nigga make too much noise about being normal / Unusual but beautiful, the bondin' blessing / Summa Cum Laude, School of Exceptional Youth / X-Men
Gipp saga recognizes that people often fear what is different or unfamiliar, and warns against trying to impose norms or standards on others. He also celebrates his own uniqueness and compares it to the heroes of the X-Men franchise.

Let me put something poetic into plain English / I'd rather die than to not be distinguished / The outsiders have no desires to be equal / When V.I.P. stands for 'Very Insecure People'
Gipp saga explains that he prefers to express himself in a unique and poetic way, and affirms his preference for standing out rather than blending in. He also criticizes people who seek power or status as a way to compensate for their own insecurities.