My World
Johnny O.C./O.C. Lyrics
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Yeah, why'know
Shit is wild, heheh
Can't complain though, I'm alive
Healthy and allathat, knahmsayin?
Just tryin to do my thang
Praise to all
I waited long time sweatin it
I got jerked but now I'm gettin it
Hazy like asthma bizarre disaster
Stress almost held me down from bein a master
The faster, preacher, poet, a teacher
"It's been so long" like Monifah
Believe that, I'm needed, in rappin, I breathe this
Some pick up a microphone and can't even achieve this
Oscar award winning your shit I'm bored with it
Stop copy-catting son (why?) cause your dog did it
Get your own lingo, make up your own jingle
Ten years later you be bitin my single
Primo, take it Downtown, Swing it
Intervenin on the board, sensimil steamin, yeah
Catch the vibe like a tribal dance
In the clubs on the low with the be -boy stance
Money rubbin with a shorty got bumped by a chump
Tell him, 'Step off, I'm doin the Hump'
Yeah
I say it's my world, and I won't stop
and if you stand in my way you bound to get dropped
Some wish that I was gone cause they know I'ma win
In a minute I 'll be makin six G's times ten
I'm the computer, printin out data take notes
then analyze the information and press send
Freaky like porno, Ron Jeremy saw no
obstacle or pussy to stop him from bonin a hoe
Me and the mic double trouble
Chicks look at us like twins, all lovable and huggable
Prognosis, on the, mic I choke out
Had the same effects from coughin blowin smoke out
Architect, rap technician, man listen
It's no doubt you gonna pump this in your system
My skills ill, and all of that above
Confidence, I'm not worried bout a street buzz
I'm O.C., who you? I never heard of ya
Get out my face 'fore I turn into a motherfuckin murderer
I want the green like indo, a mansion, a car
A wife who's never been a bimbo
Too much to ask well to me that's simple
want to retire on a yacht called the S. S. Minnow
I say it's my world, and I won't stop
And if you stand in my way, you bound to get dropped
(repeat 4X)
Top choice, this here nigga got poise
Ain't a man alive who could stop my noise
I snatch a star from the sky, spark up your lye
You stand astounded wonderin how I did it
Now you're star struck, like I truck gold
Treatin me like a nigga havin a million records sold
Now a starchild, phenmonen like the X-Files
Rappers know I'm comin so they go in exile
Czar in this rap shit, comin on your mattress
Microphone fiend I make beats do backflips
Fear me like genocide, serious
How I do it through your stereo, mysterious
O.C. do demolition, nil competition
Like robot Kong on a destroy mission
A matter of life and death you try to fight for breath
I snatch your heart from a slice through your chest
Who the best, from New York to Bogota
Who got face thinkin they scare me with a scar, shit
What I be bringin is a terrible sight
A performance never again performed on the mic
I say it's my world, and I won't stop
And if you stand in my way, you bound to get dropped
(repeat 4X)
Say it's my world...
It's my world...
The song “My World” by Johnny O.C./O.C. is a rap song that focuses on the artist’s perspective on the rap industry and his place in it. In the first verse, O.C. mentions Slick Rick and how he had to work hard to get where he is, becoming a master. He criticizes those who copy other rap styles and says that he is needed in the genre of rap, and can breathe it. The chorus “I say it’s my world, and I won’t stop, and if you stand in my way, you bound to get dropped” highlights his motivation to succeed and declares his passion for rap.
In the second verse, O.C. describes himself as a “computer” who analyzes data and makes informed decisions. He also talks about his skills as a rapper, saying that he's not worried about what people think of him. He highlights his desire for success, wanting material things such as a mansion, car, and anchor for his retirement. The third verse is all about his skills as a rapper and how he can easily defeat other rappers with his performance.
Overall, the song “My World” is full of heavy lyrics about the rap industry and successfully highlights O.C.’s skills and aspirations.
Line by Line Meaning
Uhh
Introductory sound
Yeah, why'know
Acknowledging agreement with unknown statement
Shit is wild, heheh
Life is unpredictable and sometimes humorous
Can't complain though, I'm alive
Despite the unpredictability of life, I'm grateful to be living
Healthy and allathat, knahmsayin?
I'm also thankful for good health
Just tryin to do my thang
I'm focused on pursuing my goals
Praise to all
I'm expressing gratitude to everyone who has supported me
Bust it, that nigga Slick Rick said
Referencing a quote from Slick Rick's song
I waited long time sweatin it
I struggled and worked hard to achieve my dreams
I got jerked but now I'm gettin it
I faced obstacles and setbacks but now I'm succeeding
Hazy like asthma bizarre disaster
Life can be difficult and confusing
Stress almost held me down from bein a master
I almost let stress and challenges stop me from achieving mastery
The faster, preacher, poet, a teacher
I'm skilled in various areas and have knowledge to share
"It's been so long" like Monifah
Referencing the Monifah song "It's Been So Long"
Believe that, I'm needed, in rappin, I breathe this
I'm passionate about rapping and strive to be an important figure in the genre
Some pick up a microphone and can't even achieve this
Some aspiring rappers aren't able to master the craft like I have
Oscar award winning your shit I'm bored with it
I find mainstream, formulaic music uninteresting
Stop copy-catting son (why?) cause your dog did it
I call out other rappers for biting my style and copying other artists
Get your own lingo, make up your own jingle
I encourage others to be original and creative
Ten years later you be bitin my single
I predict that others will continue to copy my style in the future
Primo, take it Downtown, Swing it
I shout out producer DJ Premier and reference his signature sound
Intervenin on the board, sensimil steamin, yeah
I reference a Jamaican style of music while also smoking weed
Catch the vibe like a tribal dance
My music has a groove and energy similar to a tribal dance
In the clubs on the low with the be-boy stance
I describe my presence and stature in the hip-hop scene
Money rubbin with a shorty got bumped by a chump
I had a run-in with a jealous or aggressive person
Tell him, 'Step off, I'm doin the Hump'
I assert my dominance and reject the negative energy
I say it's my world, and I won't stop
I'm confident in my abilities and will continue to pursue my dreams
and if you stand in my way you bound to get dropped
I warn that anyone who tries to stop me will face consequences
Some wish that I was gone cause they know I'ma win
Some people are jealous of my success and hope for my downfall
In a minute I 'll be makin six G's times ten
I'm making a lot of money and will only continue to grow wealthier
I'm the computer, printin out data take notes
I compare myself to a powerful machine that analyzes information
then analyze the information and press send
I use the information I gather to make informed decisions and send messages through my music
Freaky like porno, Ron Jeremy saw no
I reference a well-known porn actor to describe my freaky, unconventional style
obstacle or pussy to stop him from bonin a hoe
I don't let obstacles or negative opinions stop me from pursuing my goals
Me and the mic double trouble
I am skilled and versatile with the microphone
Chicks look at us like twins, all lovable and huggable
People are drawn to my music and personality
Prognosis, on the, mic I choke out
My flow and delivery are smooth and powerful
Had the same effects from coughin blowin smoke out
I am confident and unaffected by my drug use
Architect, rap technician, man listen
I am a skilled and creative artist
It's no doubt you gonna pump this in your system
My music is guaranteed to be catchy and addictive
My skills ill, and all of that above
I am exceptionally skilled and talented in various ways
Confidence, I'm not worried bout a street buzz
I am confident in my abilities and not concerned with my reputation
I'm O.C., who you? I never heard of ya
I am an established artist and confident in my place in the industry
Get out my face 'fore I turn into a motherfuckin murderer
I assert my dominance and warn people to stay out of my way
I want the green like indo, a mansion, a car
I want wealth and material possessions, like many others
A wife who's never been a bimbo
I want a partner who is intelligent and not shallow
Too much to ask well to me that's simple
I view my desires as reasonable and basic
want to retire on a yacht called the S. S. Minnow
I have ambitious goals and dreams for my retirement
Top choice, this here nigga got poise
I am a talented and poised artist
Ain't a man alive who could stop my noise
I am unstoppable and confident in my talent
I snatch a star from the sky, spark up your lye
I am ambitious and able to do what others cannot
You stand astounded wonderin how I did it
I leave people curious and impressed with my abilities
Now you're star struck, like I truck gold
People are impressed and awestruck by me, as if they saw a truck full of gold
Treatin me like a nigga havin a million records sold
I am treated like a successful and wealthy artist
Now a starchild, phenmonen like the X-Files
I am mysterious and fascinating, like the TV show The X-Files
Rappers know I'm comin so they go in exile
Other rappers are intimidated by me and avoid competing with me
Czar in this rap shit, comin on your mattress
I am a powerful figure in the rap industry and make my presence known
Microphone fiend I make beats do backflips
My music is powerful and has a strong impact on others
Fear me like genocide, serious
I am a feared and respected figure in the industry
How I do it through your stereo, mysterious
My music has a powerful and enigmatic quality
O.C. do demolition, nil competition
I am dominating and outperforming all the competition
Like robot Kong on a destroy mission
Like a giant monster, I am unstoppable and on a mission to succeed
A matter of life and death you try to fight for breath
I am a serious and impactful artist
I snatch your heart from a slice through your chest
My music has a powerful emotional impact on listeners
Who the best, from New York to Bogota
I am one of the best and most respected rappers, even beyond my home of New York City
Who got face thinkin they scare me with a scar, shit
I am not afraid of any challenger, regardless of their reputation
What I be bringin is a terrible sight
My music has a powerful and often dark quality
A performance never again performed on the mic
My music is unique and impactful, and cannot be replicated
Say it's my world...
Repeating the song's main message
It's my world...
Repeating the song's main message
Lyrics © THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC., Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: OMAR GERRYL CREDLE, CHRIS E. MARTIN, Celetia Martin, Kwame Kwei-Armah
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ALBUM: Jewlez (1997)