On April 7, 2017, he released his second studio album ALL-AMERIKKKAN BADA$$ under Pro Era Records and Cinematic Music Group. The album was supported by three singles: Devastated, Land of the Free and Temptation. ALL-AMERIKKKAN BADA$$ received generally positive reviews from critics and debuted at number five on the US Billboard 200.
Five years following the release of his second studio album ALL-AMERIKKKAN BADA$$, he released the follow-up to his debut mixtape, 1999, ten years later on July 22, 2022. The name of this album, his third studio album, was 2000. During 2022, Joey released multiple singles to the album including Head High, Survivors Guilt, Zipcodes and 2 more. In the album, Joey goes over plenty of topic matters such as dealing with mental health, the passing of his friend Captial Steez and his cousin, Junior B, ten years later, and his overal life. 2000 debuted at No.18 on the Billboard 200 chart and sold roughly 22,000 album-equvialent units in its first week. The album was well perceived by fans and critcs, and was deemed to be a generally good lead up to his mixtape 1999.
Fantom
Joey Bada$$ Lyrics
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The force will be with you always
Yo, Nicki can't even rap
[Verse 1]
You could catch me on the Kawasaki, evadin' paparazzi
I was spotted with a hotty, gettin' blumpkin in a porter-potty
Feelin' like the man, but nose still snotty
I'm not kiddin', nor am I lyin'
Should've known I'd be achieving 'til I'm dyin'
You know I'm not buyin' shit, keep supplyin' dick
Quit all that cryin' shit, and stop denyin' it
She like, ""I usually don't do this""
I said, ""Your foolish, I heard you did it to like half of the students""
I checked her quick, I threw her down, she intercepted it
And I ejected it, she swallowed and digested it. I jetted quick
No time for a marriage, baby in a carriage
I'm all about my cabbage, something like a rabbit
I'm trying to feed my ear a few carats but they ain't tryin' have it
They rather, see me die before they see me fly
With diamond supply fly and the jeans blue dye
That's over heads like rainbows
We ain't no hoes, you dodo birds, 4-0 verbs, you porno nerds
I got my own religion so fuck what your pastor sayin'
Hard shit up in your hands like you're masturbatin
It's the pre-ejaculation squad, we be raping ya'll, duct-taping then taping ya'll
Just for evidence, send it to your residence
A bunch of fucking rebelists who never learned they etiquette
Bitch
The lyrics to Joey Bada$$'s song "Fantom" depict a confident and rebellious attitude. The song opens with the line "The force will be with you always," which seems to allude to the artist's belief in his own power and influence. The following line, "Yo, Nicki can't even rap," could be interpreted as a declaration of superiority over other artists, suggesting that Joey Bada$$ believes he is a better rapper than Nicki Minaj.
In the first verse, Joey Bada$$ describes a scene where he is seen on a motorcycle evading paparazzi. He mentions being with an attractive woman in a porta-potty, emphasizing his playfulness and nonchalant attitude towards societal norms. Despite his apparent success with women, he acknowledges his imperfections, referring to his snotty nose. The lyrics also touch on the fact that women are attracted to him despite knowing he has other romantic interests.
Joey Bada$$ continues to assert his dominance, claiming that he will continue to achieve until his death. He dismisses people who try to sell him things, insisting that he is the one supplying what they need (referring to sexual encounters). The lyrics also confront a woman who claims she usually does not engage in such activities, implying that she has a reputation for being promiscuous. Joey Bada$$ ends the verse with a mix of arrogance and defiance, asserting his independence and rejecting societal expectations.
Overall, the lyrics of "Fantom" portray Joey Bada$$ as a confident and rebellious figure who challenges norms and revels in his own success and personal freedom.
Line by Line Meaning
You could catch me on the Kawasaki, evadin' paparazzi
I can be found riding a Kawasaki motorcycle, avoiding paparazzi
I was spotted with a hotty, gettin' blumpkin in a porter-potty
People saw me with an attractive person, engaging in a sexual act in a portable restroom
Feelin' like the man, but nose still snotty
Despite feeling confident, I still have a runny nose
And she knows I got hoes, but still want me to body (the kitty)
She's aware of the other girls I'm involved with, but still desires to have a sexual encounter with me
I'm not kiddin', nor am I lyin'
I'm being completely honest and straightforward
Should've known I'd be achieving 'til I'm dyin'
It should have been obvious that I would continue to succeed until my death
You know I'm not buyin' shit, keep supplyin' dick
I don't waste money on unnecessary things, but I'm always ready for sexual encounters
Quit all that cryin' shit, and stop denyin' it
Stop complaining and pretending it's not true
She like, "I usually don't do this"
She mentions that she typically doesn't engage in such activities
I said, "Your foolish, I heard you did it to like half of the students"
I respond by calling her foolish and claiming that I heard she has done the same thing with many other people
I checked her quick, I threw her down, she intercepted it
I quickly questioned her and accused her, and she tried to defend herself
And I ejected it, she swallowed and digested it. I jetted quick
I dismissed her argument, she accepted it, and I left the situation quickly
No time for a marriage, baby in a carriage
I don't have time for marriage, and I prioritize making money
I'm all about my cabbage, something like a rabbit
I'm focused on accumulating wealth, similar to how rabbits eat a lot of cabbage
I'm trying to feed my ear a few carats but they ain't tryin' have it
I want to wear expensive diamond earrings, but they are not accepting or supporting it
They rather, see me die before they see me fly
They would prefer to witness my death than see me succeed
With diamond supply fly and the jeans blue dye
They don't appreciate my stylish clothing and accessories
That's over heads like rainbows
They don't understand or comprehend it, just like rainbows are above their heads
We ain't no hoes, you dodo birds, 4-0 verbs, you porno nerds
We are not promiscuous women, you foolish and unintelligent people, always talking about sex
I got my own religion so fuck what your pastor sayin'
I have my own beliefs and disregard what religious leaders preach
Hard shit up in your hands like you're masturbatin
You hold difficult situations as if you were masturbating
It's the pre-ejaculation squad, we be raping ya'll, duct-taping then taping ya'll
We, the group before the climax, overpower and dominate you, immobilize and record you
Just for evidence, send it to your residence
We do this to gather proof and then send it to your home
A bunch of fucking rebelists who never learned they etiquette
We are a group of rebels who never bothered to learn proper manners
Bitch
Insulting term to refer to someone
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JO-VAUGHN VIRGINIE, KIRLAN LABARRIE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
St Tango
this whole album belongs on spotify it blows my mind always
Dark Horse
this sounds like a classic but yet it's in the future.
phiyaboi
That BEAT dude! WHY is this ish not longer?!
Leodaris
This is one fine track !!
Terry Dotson II
This should have been longer
erika murphy
"the force will be with you, always."
BΣNZ
Wish it was fucking longer god damn
Clayton Ward
My new favorite Joey track. Wish it was longer. Fattest beat.
Royal Temple
I know Joey personally he's a cool ass cat.
Mick
Leo that’s crazy as fuck man. Are you guys still in touch?