Funky Ho'$
Joey Bada$$ Lyrics


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Aight, fuck that, word word
Lord Finnesse, Jayo
It's been my jail since a day old, but they know
Yeah this ones for the ladies
Who be tryna have my baby

Ayo, word to my mother, two things I never do
Is leave the crib without some rubbers or tell a funky ho I love her
These broads be trying to get a brother caught up in a sticky situation
Missing menstruation cycles
They all psycho ask Michael
Before you give her dough for Billie Jeans and them nice clothes
Like whoa don't let them trap you on the tight rope
Spike holes in the condom to form a zygote
Overnight, ask Kwon, he know what it's like
He wore a hat but it exploded twice
But fuck a bad bitch I do this rap shit and put it over life
On the coldest nights son shine like a solar strike
And I swear I got the weirdest cases
Pipe chicks in the weirdest places from rooftops to staircases
Like get a load of their faces
Face it, if you fear, hate it, you get put into this clear space

I don't trust these bitches, they will never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these bitches, they could never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these bitches, they will never catch me slippin'
They will never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these bitches, they will never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these bitches, they could never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these bitches, they will never catch me slippin'
They will never catch me slippin'

Ayo, I'm attached too, to the cash rules
'Bout to go nuts, niggas get their achoos to these cashews
Who you know that cool that they drip swagu?
And I'm here to stay like tattoos on statues
Check your mirror nigga, that's the second time I passed you
Eating my gas fume, got me thinking like who gassed you
Your girl got gas too, she let me tackle for a dutch and a Snapple
Unless you decide to put on shackles
I'm that dude, fuck values, pump up the volume
All up in the cut, no alcohol, just mad boos
Tryin to find a pad to bring her back to like a tadpole
I'm that folk, got bad chicks that I feel bad for
Bruising to they back bones, lickin' up my cock tip
Down to do it all no matter what the synopsis is
All it takes is some exotic piff
They all unconscious, topless, exposing they crotch and shit

I don't trust these bitches, they will never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these bitches, they could never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these bitches, they will never catch me slippin'
They will never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these bitches, they will never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these bitches, they could never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these bitches, they will never catch me slippin'
They will never catch me slippin'

Ayo, it's PE, leaving no hope for these hoes
We leaving no hopes for these hoes
My nigga Jay Steez leaving no hope for these hoes
Leaving no hope for these hoes
My nigga A-La $ole leaving no hope for these hoes
Leaving no hope for these hoes
My nigga Kirk Knight leaving no hope for these hoes
Leaving no hope for these hoes
My nigga CJ Fly leaving no hope for these hoes
Leaving no hope for these hoes
My nigga Pow P leaving no hope for these hoes
Leaving no hope for these hoes
My nigga Jay Lee leaving no hope for these hoes
Leaving no hope for these hoes
My nigga Dyem Lewis leaving no hope for these hoes
Leaving no hope for these hoes

I don't trust these bitches, they will never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these bitches, they could never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these bitches, they will never catch me slippin'
They will never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these bitches, they will never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these bitches, they could never catch me slippin'




I don't trust these bitches, they will never catch me slippin'
They will never catch me slippin'

Overall Meaning

The opening lines of "Funky Ho'$" by Joey Bada$$ sets the tone for the rest of the song - a cautionary tale about women who trap men into sticky situations, missing menstruation cycles, laying traps, and spiking condoms. The lyrics are graphic and unapologetic, with the rapper asserting that he doesn't trust women and will never be caught slipping. To him, women are "funky ho's" who are only interested in using their good looks to manipulate men and get their hands on their money. Throughout the song, Joey Bada$$'s flow is fierce, with sharp, staccato phrases punctuated by slower, more deliberate lines.


What makes "Funky Ho'$" such a standout track is its production. The beat is bouncy and funky, full of lush horns and a tight drum loop. The production is handled by Lord Finesse, a veteran producer known for his work with Big L and D.I.T.C. The result is a song that sounds both classic and contemporary, with Joey Bada$$'s flow perfectly complementing the old-school beat.


Despite the controversial nature of the song's lyrics, "Funky Ho'$" was a critical and commercial success. It was praised for its tight production, clever wordplay, and confident delivery. Moreover, it served as further proof that Joey Bada$$ was one of the most exciting voices in hip-hop, deftly blending old-school influences with a youthful energy and contemporary sensibility.


Line by Line Meaning

Aight, fuck that, word word
Disregarding that, moving on


Lord Finnesse, Jayo
Referring to Lord Finesse and Jay O recorded their songs on beats that form the basis of "Funky Ho'$"


It's been my jail since a day old, but they know
Despite growing up in this environment, others are already aware


Yeah this ones for the ladies
This song is addressed to women


Who be tryna have my baby
Who are attempting to conceive a child with me


Ayo, word to my mother, two things I never do
I swear to my mother that I never do two things


Is leave the crib without some rubbers or tell a funky ho I love her
I always carry condoms and never tell a woman I don't have feelings for that I love her


These broads be trying to get a brother caught up in a sticky situation
These women are trying to put me in a difficult position


Missing menstruation cycles
Skipping their monthly period


They all psycho ask Michael
All these women are crazy like Michael Jackson's song


Before you give her dough for Billie Jeans and them nice clothes
Before you give her money for expensive clothing


Like whoa don't let them trap you on the tight rope
Don't let them trap you in a difficult situation


Spike holes in the condom to form a zygote
Poking holes in a condom, intentionally trying to conceive a child


Overnight, ask Kwon, he know what it's like
Kwon knows what it's like to be in this situation suddenly overnight


He wore a hat but it exploded twice
He used a condom but it failed twice


But fuck a bad bitch I do this rap shit and put it over life
I prioritize rapping over relationships with low-quality women


On the coldest nights son shine like a solar strike
I flourish in difficult conditions


And I swear I got the weirdest cases
I claim to have some of the strangest experiences


Pipe chicks in the weirdest places from rooftops to staircases
I have had sexual encounters in strange locations, such as rooftops and staircases


Like get a load of their faces
Take a look at their facial expressions


Face it, if you fear, hate it, you get put into this clear space
To cope with negative emotions, I put myself in a positive state of mind


Ayo, I'm attached too, to the cash rules
I'm invested in making money


'Bout to go nuts, niggas get their achoos to these cashews
I'm becoming crazy, people get sick of my wealth


Who you know that cool that they drip swagu?
Do you know anyone as fashionable as I am?


And I'm here to stay like tattoos on statues
I'll be around for a long time, like permanent tattoos on statues


Check your mirror nigga, that's the second time I passed you
I'm driving faster than you, I've passed you twice


Eating my gas fume, got me thinking like who gassed you
I'm faster than you, who gave you permission to drive?


Your girl got gas too, she let me tackle for a dutch and a Snapple
Your girlfriend is also fast, she let me have sex with her for a small favor


Unless you decide to put on shackles
Unless you make a commitment to her


I'm that dude, fuck values, pump up the volume
I'm the man, ignoring morals, and increasing the volume of my music


All up in the cut, no alcohol, just mad boos
I'm in the back, not drinking but still having fun


Tryin to find a pad to bring her back to like a tadpole
I'm looking for a location to engage in sexual activity with her


I'm that folk, got bad chicks that I feel bad for
I'm that person, I have attractive women that I pity


Bruising to they back bones, lickin' up my cock tip
I'm engaging in rough sex, and enjoying it


Down to do it all no matter what the synopsis is
They're willing to do anything, regardless of the situation


All it takes is some exotic piff
All it takes is some high-quality marijuana


They all unconscious, topless, exposing they crotch and shit
They're all high, half-naked, showing their genitals


Ayo, it's PE, leaving no hope for these hoes
It's Pro Era, giving up on these women


My nigga Jay Steez leaving no hope for these hoes
Jay Steez, who's part of Pro Era, is also done with these women


My nigga A-La $ole leaving no hope for these hoes
A-La $ole, from Pro Era, isn't interested in these women


My nigga Kirk Knight leaving no hope for these hoes
Kirk Knight is also giving up on these women


My nigga CJ Fly leaving no hope for these hoes
CJ Fly also doesn't want anything to do with these women


My nigga Pow P leaving no hope for these hoes
Pow P, in agreement with Pro Era, isn't hopeful for these women


My nigga Jay Lee leaving no hope for these hoes
Jay Lee shares the same sentiment as Pro Era


My nigga Dyem Lewis leaving no hope for these hoes
Dyem Lewis is giving up on these women too


I don't trust these bitches, they will never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these women, they won't find me off guard


I don't trust these bitches, they could never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these women, they can't catch me off guard


I don't trust these bitches, they will never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these women, they won't find me off guard


They will never catch me slippin'
These women won't catch me unaware


I don't trust these bitches, they will never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these women, they won't find me off guard


I don't trust these bitches, they could never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these women, they can't catch me off guard


I don't trust these bitches, they will never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these women, they won't find me off guard


They will never catch me slippin'
These women won't catch me unaware


I don't trust these bitches, they will never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these women, they won't find me off guard


I don't trust these bitches, they could never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these women, they can't catch me off guard


I don't trust these bitches, they will never catch me slippin'
I don't trust these women, they won't find me off guard


They will never catch me slippin'
These women won't catch me unaware




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Written by: Jo-Vaughn Virginie

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