The track follows previously-released "2000" tracks “Survivor’s Guilt,” “Where I Belong,” and “Head High.” The album released almost exactly ten years after the rapper’s mixtape "1999".
The month prior, Joey Bada$$ joined Chance the Rapper for single “The Highs & The Lows,” produced by DexLvL. The video, directed by Chance alongside filmmaker Troy Gueno, was also shot in Venice and Paris around the same time as the clip for “Zip Codes.”
Zipcodes
Joey Bada$$ Lyrics
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We gon'talk our shit on this one (talk your shit)
Kirk Knight on the beat, keep my cypher complete, look (yeah, uh)
(Complete, look)
Forty K for the Rollie with the leather band, no time to parlay
Life is too short, we came a long way
From pissy hallways to court-side up in Barclays (yeah)
My cup overflowin', I'm feelin' fine in this Chardonnay (right)
I dropped seven bands in Rick Owens, it was a calm day
Prices lookin' like a zip code, I switch zones when it get cold
So they gon' have to throw they shade from far away
I brought it in, walkin' with your broad down Broadway
Skip the foreplay and brought her back to where the Don lay
It's Brooklyn, get your chain tooken lookin' like entrées
Who harder than my origin? (Nobody), get your troops, call 'em in
I gave 'em fair warnings, I'm
Up late nights and early mornings, I
Got a little buzz, I can't afford to miss my callin' now
Be the first to arrive then last to leave
Dropped out of school, still voted most likely to succeed (ow)
Said I do this with the ease
I collect my fees and then I breeze
Neck on freeze like it's below thirty-two degrees
check my steez
Hold up, nigga, nigga, nigga (please)
Look, off top for the speculation (yeah)
If rap was a stock, I have a hundred million in evaluation
A hundred thousand hours and you niggas only master masturbation
Y'all some pros at procrastination
I tax those who act slow, never had patience (never had)
My cat flow got you fat souls in fascination
I made her make it clap, then I told her, "Congratulations" (yeah)
You fuckin' with the realest cat since Larry David
Curvy enthusiast, it's Laquesha from the black lagoon
snatch your jewelry ass
Most niggas really pawns when you wave the toolie at em' (bup, bup, bup)
Could've made the Goonies clap
But masked up like MF DOOM, don't know what truly had (rest in peace)
And firstly, all my wolves is blood thirsty (yeah)
Ready to shoot from mid-range like they James Worthy
Don't let them niggas try to hurt me (try)
He gon' see some bloodhounds, some blue flags
Duck down or move fast and push your own kuf' back, nigga (bup, bup, bup)
Said I do this with the ease
I collect my fees and then I breeze
Neck on freeze like it's below thirty-two degrees
check my steez
Hold up, nigga, nigga, nigga (please)
Look, I can show you how to get lit and don't blow it (uh)
'Cause when you really start gettin' rich, ain't gotta show it (it's right)
Lifestyle golden, my nigga, now that's trojan (facts)
Only magnum rounds when I bust and explode 'em (bup, bup, bup)
Eight figure nigga, so I'm always gettin' chosen (yeah)
Middle of the summer, my ice is still frozen
I try to show these niggas the roast, they let it choke 'em (let it choke 'em)
I got sick of playin' with niggas, I started coachin' (yeah)
I ain't worried 'bout y'all hands, 'cause y'all jokers (right)
Hit the Royal Flush on niggas, ain't talkin' Poker
Actin' like my shit don't stink when it's supposed to (right)
I'm laughin' on my way to the bank, I'm in that Rover
Bitch, watch that drink on my couch, look, here's a coaster (here)
Had to cut back on my toast, get fully focused (focused)
Cadillac came with a toast, it's fully loaded (blah)
Ten years killin' this game, I'm really goated, nigga (fuckin' G.O.A.T, nigga)
I'm the motherfuckin' greatest, nigga
I know you hate it, nigga, yeah
Most underrated, at least they ain't never underpayin'
I don't even know where to start
But you know, it's 2000 shit, man
If y'all wasn't around in the 2000s
You wouldn't know what really goin' on, you feel me?
We smokin', we drinkin'
It's good vibes, it's the right vibe
It's the player vibe
2000, we gettin' this shit right
You feel me? All night
Take that, take that
'cause Diddy was just right here, you heard me?
My nigga Joey Bada$$, two-fuckin'-thousand
We saw it in '99, but now we in 2000
Even though we in 2022, I think, but who's countin'?
We just countin' money, ya dig?
I don't really know what to say
I'm just here, feel me?
The lyrics to Joey Bada$$'s song "Zipcodes" touch on a variety of themes, including personal success, material wealth, and street credibility. The song begins by highlighting the rapper's financial achievements, boasting about purchasing a luxury watch for $40,000 and reflecting on the journey from humble beginnings to achieving a coveted court-side seat at the Barclays Center.
Joey Bada$$ continues to assert his dominance in the rap game, proclaiming that he does what he does effortlessly, collecting his fees and moving on. He references his icy jewelry and fashionable style, emphasizing his cool and confident demeanor. The lyrics also touch on his lyrical prowess, criticizing other rappers for their lack of ambition and their tendency to procrastinate. Joey Bada$$ positions himself as the real deal, a true artist committed to his craft and unafraid to take risks.
The second verse delves into Joey Bada$$'s tough persona and dedication to his crew. He likens his crew to bloodthirsty wolves, ready to defend and protect their own. He warns potential adversaries to be cautious, as his crew is armed and dangerous. The lyrics also reference MF DOOM, paying tribute to the late rapper and his masked persona. Overall, "Zipcodes" showcases Joey Bada$$'s lyrical prowess, self-confidence, and ambition, serving as a statement of his success in the rap game.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jo-Vaughn Virginie, Kirk Knight, Mark Borino
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Luqman Nur Hakim
Joey always had that 90’s vibe stuck with him
krunkformula
He strayed for a min but thats his bag
dchris32
@krunkformula fr fr
BigMoney Sonny
Facts
Doc Kaos815 Beats
Facts gone have to add this to my NY Playlist 🔥🔥🔥
Ryan Swish
This is the definition of timeless. Whole lot of different styles thru the years but came right back with what we all remember.
Quilly.G
Facts lol gave me the 1999 vibes
J-edge Music Promotion
🔥 New Rap Record: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QlBSg6B1cM&t=5s
Joseph Mcfayden
@He is stealing capital steez' last rhymes I'm sure....
Quilly.G
@Joseph Mcfayden I mean whatever keep bro name alive g no cap I’m just glad people are embracing Joey again lol he made that radio song and errybody turned on bro I’m guilty I think this album gone capture our hearts again