Incubus is a five-man al… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists using this name:
Incubus is a five-man alternative rock band formed in 1991, based in Calabasas, California. Members include Brandon Boyd (vocals and percussion), Mike Einziger (guitar), Ben Kenney (bass), Jose Pasillas II (drums) and DJ Chris Kilmore (turntables). Former members of the band include Gavin Koppel (a.k.a. DJ Lyfe) (turntables) and Alex Katunich (a.k.a. Dirk Lance) (bass). The band's name may seem a peculiar choice to fans, as an incubus is a type of demon that, in mythological lore, comes in the night and has sex with women while they are sleeping; it seduces them in their dreams The story behind the name is that the band needed to think of a name hours before their first show and, after a few failed choices, Mike looked in a dictionary and chose "Incubus" almost at random. Mike says that the name was chosen because it sounded silly; Brandon holds that it was chosen because they were teenagers and the definition had the word "sex" in it. "We really didn't want to rape women in their sleep. But, we were fifteen and it seemed harmless to us then, and we never changed it," says the band.
Incubus has received both critical acclaim and commercial success, reaching multi-platinum sales, as well as releasing several successful singles. The band earned mainstream recognition with the release of their 1999 album Make Yourself. In 2001, Incubus became even more successful with the single "Drive" and their follow-up album Morning View. Their sixth studio album, Light Grenades, debuted at No. 1 in 2006 and has received Gold certification in the U.S. Incubus released their first greatest hits album Monuments and Melodies in June 2009, accompanied by a tour of the United States, Japan and Canada. The band's most recent album, 8, was released on April 21st, 2017.
2. A death/thrash metal band from Metairie, Louisiana. The band was made up of Francis Howard (guitar/vocals), Moyses Howard (drums), Andre Luiz (bass), and Luiz Carlos (guitar). The two Howard brothers are actually from Brazil, and immigrated to Louisiana. This Incubus has released one demo, and two albums, with one album being remastered and re-released with a different track listing. This band has changed their name to Opprobrium.
3. A death/thrash metal band from Georgia who released one demo in 1987. The drummer, Mike Browning, went on to Morbid Angel and later Nocturnus fame.
4. A thrash metal band from São Paulo, Brazil that released 2 demos in 1986 and 1988.
5. A thrash metal band from João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil.
6. A New Wave of British Heavy Metal band that released a full-length album "To the Devil a Daughter" in 1984. Still a favorite among NWOBHM fans.
7. A death/thrash metal band from Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Released a demo "Sinful Dreams" in 1987. Changed their name to Spectral Birth in 1988.
8. A Techno/Rave combo.
Player
Incubus Lyrics
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Spot, love, punish me
Don't stop, watch the Pun get wicked
When I stick it, even Luke be like, "Don't stop, get it, get it"
I don't wanna be a playa no more
I'm not a playa, I just crush a lot
But me and Punisher still got what you're lookin' for
But I don't wanna be a playa no more
I'm not a playa, I just crush a lot
But you know Big Pun and Brock still down by law
Who's down to crush tonight?
Hey yo, I'm still not a playa but you still a hater
Elevator to the top, hah, see you later, I'm gone
Penthouse suite, Penthouse freaks
In house beach, French count sheets, ten thou a piece
Rent-out lease, with a option to buy
Coppin' a 5 or Benz for when I'm not far up in the sky
Puffin' the lye with my Twinzito
Up in the Benzito with my kiko from Queens, nicknamed Perico
We go back like PAs and wearin' PJs
Now we reached the peak age, runnin' trains for three days
Who wanna ride? It won't cost you a dollar
Whether soft or harder, of course you still gonna holla
Mama, I'm thick, huh? I rip my (hah) through your (ugh)
I'm sick, you couldn't measure my with six rulers
Hold up, Chula, I'm all about gettin' loot
But I knock that boot if you out to get koofed
Well, I don't wanna be a playa no more
I'm not a playa, I just crush a lot
But me and Punisher still got what you're lookin' for
Uptown baby, Uptown
But I don't wanna be a playa no more
I'm not a playa, I just crush a lot
But you know Big Pun and Brock still down by law
Who's down to crush tonight?
I don't wanna be a playa no more
I'm not a playa, I just crush a lot
But you know Big Pun and Brock still down by law
I love from butter pecan to blackberry molass'
I don't discriminate, I regulate every shade of the (ha ha ha)
Long as you show class, and pass my test
Fat, highly intelligent bachelorettes
That's the best, I won't settle for less
I wanna get a brunette with unforgettable sex
I lay your head on my chest, come feel my heartbeat
We can park the Jeep, pump Mobb Deep, and just spark the
It's hard to creep since I found Joe
Every pretty round brown, wanna go down low
But this Boogie Down professional, I'ma let you know
Once I put the blows, get your clothes 'cause you got to go
Out the door downstairs, little brown hairs everywhere
"You nasty Brock", "I don't care"
Round here they call me Big Pun, if you with the big guns
Thick tongue, known to make a chick
Up in the hot tub, poppin' bubbly
Rubbin' your spot, love, got you screamin', "Punish me"
But it don't stop, watch the Pun get wicked
When I stick it even Luke be like, "Don't stop, get it get it"
Up in the hot tub, poppin' bubbly
Rubbin' your spot, love, got you screamin', "Punish me"
But it don't stop, watch the Pun get wicked
When I stick it even Luke be like, "Don't stop, get it get it"
I don't wanna be a playa no more
But me and Punisher still got what you're lookin' for
I don't wanna be a playa no more
But you know Big Pun and Brock still down by law
Who's down to crush tonight?
I don't wanna be a playa no more
But me and Punisher still got what you're lookin' for
I don't wanna be a playa no more
But you know Big Pun and Brock still down by law
Who's down to crush tonight?
The lyrics to Incubus's song "Player" are sexually explicit and boastful. The song features two male rappers, Big Pun and Brock, discussing their sexual prowess and the women they can attract. The chorus, sung by Incubus lead singer Brandon Boyd, expresses a desire to move away from the label of being a "player" or womanizer, but the verses contradict this sentiment.
The opening lines describe a scene of sexual activity in a hot tub, with one partner asking to be punished. The use of the word "pun" as a nickname for one of the rappers adds a playful element to the lyrics. The chorus then repeats the assertion that the singer is not a player, followed by references to specific women and sexual acts.
The second verse contains more explicit descriptions of sexual activity and name-drops a rapper named Joe. The chorus repeats once again, with the addition of the line "but you still a hater." The final verses are a continuation of the same themes, featuring more sexual boasts and a repeating of the chorus.
Overall, the lyrics to "Player" are meant to be provocative and boastful, in line with the genre of hip-hop. The chorus hints at a desire for more emotional connection rather than just sexual conquests, but this message is undermined by the explicit nature of the verses.
Line by Line Meaning
Up in the hot tub, bubbly
The singer is in a hot tub, enjoying a glass of bubbly.
Spot, love, punish me
The singer is in a sexual situation with someone and the other person is asking to be dominated/choked.
Don't stop, watch the Pun get wicked
The singer is telling the other person to keep watching as he becomes more sexual/aggressive.
When I stick it, even Luke be like, "Don't stop, get it, get it"
The artist is making a sexual reference, saying that even other people would be impressed by his ability to perform.
I don't wanna be a playa no more
The artist no longer wants to be known for sleeping around with multiple people.
I'm not a playa, I just crush a lot
The singer is saying that he has a lot of romantic interests, but is not typically interested in sleeping with all of them.
But me and Punisher still got what you're lookin' for
The singer and Punisher are still in the dating game and have what others are looking for.
Uptown baby, Uptown
The artist is referencing the area he is from, Uptown NY.
Who's down to crush tonight?
The artist is asking who is interested in hooking up tonight.
Hey yo, I'm still not a playa but you still a hater
The artist is saying that he doesn't sleep around with multiple people, but others still judge him for it anyway.
Elevator to the top, hah, see you later, I'm gone
The singer is successful and in a high status position, leaving others behind.
Penthouse suite, Penthouse freaks
The artist is in a luxurious penthouse with attractive sexual partners.
In house beach, French count sheets, ten thou a piece
The singer is describing the expensive and luxurious amenities that come with his housing.
Rent-out lease, with a option to buy
The singer is describing his housing situation, which he has the option to buy but currently has as a rental.
Coppin' a 5 or Benz for when I'm not far up in the sky
The singer plans to buy a Mercedes-Benz, presumably for when he isn't flying or traveling.
Puffin' the lye with my Twinzito
The artist is smoking marijuana with his friend, who he refers to as 'Twinzito'.
Up in the Benzito with my kiko from Queens, nicknamed Perico
The artist is riding in his car with another friend from Queens, who he calls 'Perico'.
We go back like PAs and wearin' PJs
The singer and his friend have a long history together, from their time growing up.
Now we reached the peak age, runnin' trains for three days
The singer and his friends are now in their prime and enjoying sexual activities together for multiple days straight.
Who wanna ride? It won't cost you a dollar
The artist is asking who wants to join in on their sexual activities, and that it won't cost them money to join.
Whether soft or harder, of course you still gonna holla
The artist is saying that regardless of how gentle or rough the sexual activity is, the other person will still enjoy it.
Mama, I'm thick, huh? I rip my (hah) through your (ugh)
The artist is saying that he has a large penis and that he can tear the other person apart with it (figuratively).
I'm sick, you couldn't measure my with six rulers
The singer is saying that he is very good at sex, and that no standard measuring tool could capture his ability.
Hold up, Chula, I'm all about gettin' loot
The artist is telling someone to wait because he is focused on making money.
But I knock that boot if you out to get koofed
The singer is saying that he will take someone's money if they are not careful and get tricked.
I love from butter pecan to blackberry molass'
The singer is saying that he is not picky when it comes to romantic interests, and is open to anyone.
I don't discriminate, I regulate every shade of the (ha ha ha)
The singer is emphasizing that he is not biased towards any particular shade of skin color when it comes to romantic interests, and he is able to handle them all.
Long as you show class, and pass my test
The artist is saying that he only wants to be romantically involved with those who exhibit class and pass his standards.
Fat, highly intelligent bachelorettes, that's the best
The artist is saying that he prefers very intelligent and attractive women.
I lay your head on my chest, come feel my heartbeat
The singer is inviting someone to be romantic and get intimate with him.
We can park the Jeep, pump Mobb Deep, and just spark the
The singer is inviting someone to get high with him and listen to music (specifically Mobb Deep).
It's hard to creep since I found Joe
The artist is saying that he is not able to cheat as easily now that he has found Joe (presumably a monogamous partner).
Every pretty round brown, wanna go down low
The artist is referring to women and their interest in having sexual experiences with him.
But this Boogie Down professional, I'ma let you know
The artist is saying that he is a 'professional' when it comes to sexual activities.
Once I put the blows, get your clothes 'cause you got to go
The singer is saying that once he has sex with someone, they have to leave right after.
Out the door downstairs, little brown hairs everywhere
The artist is describing a quick exit of a recently slept-with partner, and their hair being left behind.
"You nasty Brock", "I don't care"
The singer is responding to someone calling him 'nasty' for sleeping around with multiple people.
Round here they call me Big Pun, if you with the big guns
The singer is saying that he is well-known in his community as 'Big Pun' and jokingly referencing his large penis.
Thick tongue, known to make a chick
The singer is saying that he is good at kissing, and that it can lead to sexual attraction.
But me and Punisher still got what you're lookin' for
The artist and Punisher are still available romantically and have what potential partners are interested in.
But you know Big Pun and Brock still down by law
The artist and his friend Brock still abide by certain rules and standards when it comes to dating.
Who's down to crush tonight?
The singer is asking who is interested in hooking up tonight.
I don't wanna be a playa no more
The singer is reiterating that he no longer wants to be known for sleeping around with multiple partners.
But me and Punisher still got what you're lookin' for
The artist and Punisher are still available romantically and have what potential partners are interested in.
I don't wanna be a playa no more
The artist is reiterating that he no longer wants to be known for sleeping around with multiple partners.
But you know Big Pun and Brock still down by law
The artist and his friend Brock still abide by certain rules and standards when it comes to dating.
Who's down to crush tonight?
The singer is asking who is interested in hooking up tonight.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Rodney Jerkins, Brenda Gordon Russell, Jolyon Ward Skinner, Japhe Tejeda, Joe Thomas, Michele Williams
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