WHAT KIND OF RAPPIN' IS THIS?
JPEGMAFIA Lyrics

(Wrist) wrist, wrist
Making reference to the way that musicians often wear expensive and flashy jewelry on their wrists.

Wrist, wrist, wrist (ah)
Repeatedly emphasizing the image of the artist wearing multiple expensive wrist accessories.

Ice, ice, ice, bitch
Continuing the theme of expensive jewelry, using the slang term 'ice' to refer specifically to diamonds.

Look at this shit
Bringing attention to the abundance and extravagance of the jewelry being worn.

(I still believe)
Interjecting abruptly and without clear connection to the previous lines. The exact meaning of this phrase is unclear and subject to interpretation.

What kind of rappin' is this? (Tell me)
Posing a question about the style of music being created and presented by the artist.

Now I'm lookin' at this one
Indicating that the artist has been examining other rappers and their styles, and comparing them to his own.

Now I'm lookin' at that one
Further emphasizing the idea that the artist is making comparisons between his own style of music and that of others in the industry.

Now I'm lookin' all over the world, yeah
Expanding the scope of the search for comparisons to artists beyond just the local area.

Yeah lil' bitch, I been rappin' like this
Asserting that the artist has been making music in his current style for some time, and will likely continue to do so regardless of criticism.

Niggas thinkin' that's-
Cutting off mid-sentence, indicating that something else is going on but leaving the listener to guess what.

Uh, are you feelin' me now?
Asking the listener if they understand the point being made, or if they are able to relate to the situation being discussed.

Big dawg, make 'em follow the script
Establishing the artist's authority and influence in the music industry, implying that others should follow his example.

Like it long when I'm back in the house
Using sexual innuendo to suggest that the artist enjoys a certain aspect of their persona or creative identity when they are working on music.

And lil' bitch, I been rappin' like this (uh)
Repeating the idea that the artist has been working in this particular style for a significant amount of time, and will not be easily dissuaded from doing so.

Mary and Barry, I'm takin' the hit
Referencing the scandal involving former D.C. mayor Marion Barry, potentially to suggest that the artist is willing to take risks in the same way that Barry did to achieve success.

You carry the cross, I carry the clip like
Playing on a common Christian symbol to contrast it with the idea of carrying a weapon, suggesting that the artist is comfortable with a lifestyle of danger and violence to achieve their goals.

What kind of rappin' is this?
Repeating the same question as before, in a way that suggests frustration and disbelief at the attitudes of critics.

I pray to hit for a sound like
Expressing a desire for a particular sound or style of music that the artist doesn't currently possess, despite the fact that their current approach has generated some level of success.

Please don't deliver me now
Referencing the idea of 'deliverance' from a situation or circumstance, but suggesting that the artist isn't ready for that moment yet and may still have more to learn or prove.

Weak men always got so much issue with me
Making a broad statement about the types of people who tend to criticize the artist's work, suggesting that they are somehow inferior or 'weak'.

It just happens as bound, uh
Implying that criticism and opposition is an inevitable part of the artist's journey, and that they will experience it regardless of how successful they become.

Covered in money, they pick and I strip
Describing the artist's relationship with people who seek to exploit or take advantage of him, using the metaphor of stripping someone of their wealth.

My poppers are close to my partners ain't shit (no)
Describing a situation where the people the artist is associated with might not be trustworthy or reliable, adding some tension to the narrative.

I rap like I want marvin splittin' my wig
Referencing the assassination of Marvin Gaye and using it as a metaphor for wanting to take risks and push boundaries in the artist's creative work.

You one war with me, splittin' your wig
Threatening potential critics or enemies with violent retaliation if they choose to pick a fight.

Say a few words, jump back in the pit
Reiterating the idea of violence and danger as a core part of the artist's persona, and implying that argument or conflict is a way of life for them.