The track and its coinciding music video were shock-dropped after Peggy teased the track’s title minutes before its release.
BALD!
JPEGMAFIA Lyrics
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Fuck that, whoa, uh
Fuck that bitch, I changed the plan
Switch my style like I switch hands
Block the witness, take the stand
Fuck out the way bitch, back it up
Shit better get played in a palace (word)
Why put up a front? I'm callous, bald (ha)
I look like Ray Allen (real)
These niggas make beats on big wheels
Yo' files is not a challenge (nah)
Boy, you can't rap for shit
Shuttlesworth blessed me with talent
Hairline proof God needs balance
Bald
(Dwayne Wade, bro) Uh
look, I'm cashin' out
Young Darby I'm taggin' in
They gon' bring your casket out
I hope that you fit in it, ooh
What you doin', babe?
How you get caught with no Gat? (Yeah, yeah)
You niggas must got no pride
Peggy gon' give you no slack, for real
'Cause you pussy
Whoa, whoa, whoa
Keep my business off the 'Gram
Switch my style like I switch hands
Goin' to war on foreign land
Fuck out the way bitch, back it up
Shit better get played in a palace
Wait, uh
I can't treat niggas like big deals (yeah)
These toys don't come with no kid's meal
Been there, done that, done seen it
Not my girl but I fuck her like she is
They be fuckin' up my lyrics on Genius
And these pussy ass critics repeat it
Been the same since Even Stevens
Y'all niggas switch like the seasons (facts)
Y'all lives ain't got no meanin' (why?)
And them deals ain't got no freedom
I can't just loop it leave and it
Gotta smack it up, rip it up, and eat it (yeah, ha)
You can't feed your kid 'cause
You spent that shit on your car (you broke)
Tape my hands, I'm going over squares' heads like a VCR, ha
Bald
In "BALD!" by JPEGMAFIA, the rapper talks about his lack of concern for other people's opinions of him. He opens the song by saying, "Fuck that bitch, I changed the plan, switch my style like I switch hands." This line sets the tone for the rest of the song as he talks about how he is not interested in conforming to what the industry and people expect from him artistically. He further drives this point home with the line, "I can't treat niggas like big deals, why put up a front? I'm callous, bald." In essence, Peggy is saying that he won't pretend like he needs other people to validate him and his art.
Throughout the song, Peggy also makes references to basketball. He compares his bald look to NBA player Ray Allen and mentions fictional player Shuttlesworth, who Allen portrayed in the movie "He Got Game." Additionally, he refers to Dwayne Wade in the second verse. The basketball references could be seen as a nod to how athletes often have to keep up appearances for public opinion, much like musicians.
Overall, "BALD!" is a song about being unapologetically oneself and not putting up a front for anyone else's benefit. Peggy's biggest message in this song is that he does not need validation from anyone else and will continue to do things his way, with or without hair.
Line by Line Meaning
Fuck that bitch, I changed the plan
Disgust with someone who's unreliable leading to making disruptive changes
Switch my style like I switch hands
Versatility and adaptability in artistic expression
Block the witness, take the stand
Determination to prove worth and success by own efforts and merits
Fuck out the way bitch, back it up
Assertiveness and dominance in challenging environments
Shit better get played in a palace (word)
Aspiring to high standards and prestige in creative output
I can't treat niggas like big deals
Not being swayed by fame or wealth when assessing others
Why put up a front? I'm callous, bald (ha)
Honesty and toughness as part of one's personality
I look like Ray Allen (real)
Confidence in one's appearance and identity
These niggas make beats on big wheels
Criticism towards unrefined producers seeking easy success
Yo' files is not a challenge (nah)
Belief in one's superiority in creative work
Boy, you can't rap for shit
Mocking untalented artists who try to compete
Shuttlesworth blessed me with talent
Acknowledgment of the talent that comes naturally from one's being
Hairline proof God needs balance
Finding humor and levity in physical imperfections
Bald (Dwayne Wade, bro) Uh
Celebrating one's decision to embrace baldness and comparing oneself to respected basketball player Dwayne Wade
Young Darby I'm taggin' in
Achieving success and recognition with a new crew, taking on a new persona
They gon' bring your casket out
Threatening lyrical competitors with physical harm
I hope that you fit in it, ooh
Wishing failure and defeat on others who oppose or criticize
Peggy gon' give you no slack, for real
Refusal to give up in face of challenges and criticism
Keep my business off the 'Gram
Desire to limit exposure to social media and maintain privacy
Goin' to war on foreign land
Engaging in intense competition and facing unfamiliar or hostile situations
These toys don't come with no kid's meal
Rejecting the superficial, unearned rewards of success
Not my girl but I fuck her like she is
Casual sexual encounters without emotional attachment or obligation
Y'all lives ain't got no meanin' (why?)
Challenging others' purpose or significance in life
And them deals ain't got no freedom
Rejecting the limitations and restrictions of commercial success
You can't feed your kid 'cause
Highlighting the consequences of poverty caused by irresponsible spending
Tape my hands, I'm going over squares' heads like a VCR, ha
Confidence in creating complex and unconventional artistic works that appeal to a niche audience
Bald
Affirmation of the choice to embrace baldness as part of one's personal style and identity
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Barrington DeVaughn Hendricks
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kohtasolid
I am Kohta Takahashi, the composer of Ridge Racer Type4 - Move Me, which you used for sampling. I'm glad you used my track. I think this track is a great event that transcends time, borders and race. Thank you. 👍
@burn_out
Oh wow! I just visited your channel 30 minutes ago and now I’m seeing your comment here! Super cool!
@user-jb3vn4oz4n
cool japan!!
@BlueRuki
Nice! I hope Peggy sees this!
@WhosThisEmGuy
Really hoping this comment makes it to Peggy
@UsagiGundam
Nice!
@magnumpineapple277
There is not a single song in existence at the moment that sounds quite like this. And it’s beyond incredible. Honest to god one of the best beats I’ve ever heard.
@LRRVintage
I agree but peep some Robb Bank$
@trevally6383
nah theres hella songs that sound like this, u just have to know where to look
@ItsYoloGaming
@Trevally 638 can you recommend some songs ?