Sip Slow
Joell Ortiz Lyrics

Extra, extra
Pay attention, there's something important happening

Read all about me
Find out all the details about my life

That's what y'all might as well say, man
That's how much attention I'm getting

I see you, man
I notice you watching me

You ain't rootin' for me
You're not supporting me

You're watchin' me
You're just observing what I do

I'm flattered, though
I appreciate the interest in me

I'm probably one of the illest in the flesh with writtens
I'm one of the best lyricists in person

Various letters that connect with rhythms
Different words that flow harmoniously with the beat

Boy, don't be the next victim, I delivers with Gillette precision
Don't become my next target, I deliver my rhymes with precision like a Gillette razor

You get popped like razor bumps all on your neck for itchin'
You'll face the consequences and get defeated like getting razor bumps from scratching your neck

Try to come for the title, not your best decision
If you try to challenge me for the top spot, it won't end well for you

I put them Nikes on Ice, yeah, you get checked for slippin'
I dominate and secure my position, and if you make a mistake, you'll face consequences

I'm number one when that number two pencil lead twistin', no lie
I excel in writing lyrics, and I'm confident in my skills

No whole wheat and no rye, I'm bred different
I'm unique and have a distinct talent

Been nice a long time, just in case you forgot
I've been skilled for a while, in case you've overlooked me

I don't care where you get your cut, they say my name in that shop
I don't care where you get your hair cut, my reputation is known everywhere

I don't care where the beat drop, I lay some flames and it pop
Regardless of the music playing, I deliver impressive verses

My pens dropped baddest thoughts, look like they make us a lot
My lyrics contain powerful ideas, making us stand out

I don't make records that the radio be playin' a lot
I don't create songs that receive heavy airplay on the radio

But that's cool, chain still weighin' a lot, I'm on the way to my spot
That's fine with me, my expensive chain still holds significance, and I'm progressing in my career

In the Benz truck, just bought my lady the drop
I'm driving in a luxurious Benz truck, and I recently purchased a convertible for my partner

Haters watch as we him and her Mercedes the lot
Detractors observe as my partner and I flaunt in our Mercedes cars

I heard through the grapevine ain't worried 'bout mine
I heard rumors, but I'm not concerned about my own matters

Ain't got nobody else business to mind?
Shouldn't you be focusing on your own affairs?

Do you, I'll be fine like the taste of this wine
You do what you want, I'll be content like enjoying the taste of wine

You don't see me takin' my time?
Can't you see that I'm not in a rush?

Sip slow, homie
Take it easy, my friend

Yeah, enjoy the show
Yes, appreciate the performance

I'm watchin' 'em watch me, they sloppy, could never copy the papi
I'm observing those who observe me, they lack skill and can never imitate me

They do some pretty good renditions, but they not me
They may attempt to mimic my style, but they can't match my authenticity

You're actually one world away, how you gon' stop me
You're far behind me, so how do you expect to hinder my progress?

When I'm cruisin' at a Mach 3 on moves with Annunakis
I'm making rapid progress, moving like I'm on a Mach 3 speed while utilizing advanced strategies

I'm cool where life got me, I'm way above that block poppin' Roxies
I'm content with the position life has put me in, I've risen above the dangerous neighborhood where drug abuse occurs

But still below duckin' paparazzis
However, I'm still avoiding the intrusive paparazzi

And the flow? Well, that keeps me kinda cocky, I'm nice
My rap flow boosts my confidence, I'm talented

The feature price five dice, on these mics screamin' "Yahtzee"
My appearance as a featured artist is highly valued, and on these microphones, it's like achieving a high score in the game Yahtzee

Y'all worried about mine, quick question, what is you up to?
You're concerned about my affairs, but can you answer, what are you doing?

Me? I'm makin' music with the idols that I grew up to
As for me, I'm creating music with the artists I idolized growing up

On stages in true blues, Jet Blues to Ws with cool views
Performing on various stages with genuine authenticity, from JetBlue Airways to luxury hotels with breathtaking views

Feel like a baby owl, who knew
I feel surprised and amazed, just like a baby owl

Michelle's only son that sold crack in that circle'll
Despite being the son of Michelle, I was involved in drug dealing within that community

Be the same kid with gold plaques and commercials
Now I've become the same person with gold records and appearing in commercials

'Cause he can really rap, no trap, no commercial
This happened because I have genuine rapping skills, no involvement in the drug trade or commercialized music

But this ain't me verse you, don't take it personal
However, this is not a direct competition between me and you, so don't feel attacked