"On Sight" is a song by American rapper Kanye West from his sixth studio al… Read Full Bio ↴"On Sight" is a song by American rapper Kanye West from his sixth studio album, Yeezus (2013). It was produced by West and Daft Punk, with additional production by Benji B and Mike Dean. The song includes an electronic sound that was mainly contributed by Daft Punk, who were the first people West became involved with for the album. The song itself was first heard when performed live by West at the Governors Ball Music Festival in 2013.

The narrative of Yeezus is set up by West in "On Sight". The song contains a studio recreation of "Sermon (He'll Give Us What We Really Need)" by Holy Name of Mary Choral Family, sung by a choir. Lyrics by West about Parkinson's disease drew in a controversial response from the American Parkinson Disease Association. The song received widespread acclaim from music critics, many of whom were complementary towards its position of the opening track on the album, though some critics noted the electronic sound. The song charted on both the US Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 and US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs charts at number ten and 38 respectively in 2013.

On Sight
Kanye West Lyrics

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Yeezy season approaching
Fuck whatever y'all been hearing
Fuck what, fuck whatever y'all been wearing
A monster about to come alive again
Soon as I pull up and park the Benz
We get this bitch shaking like Parkinsons
Take my number and lock it in
Indian hair, no moccasins

It's too many hoes in this house of sin
Real nigga back in the house again
Black Timbs all on your couch again
Black dick all in your spouse again
And I know she like chocolate men
She got more niggas off than Cochran, huh?

On sight, on sight

How much do I not give a fuck?
Let me show you right now before you give it up
How much do I not give a fuck?
Let me show you right now before you give it up

He'll give us what we need
It may not be what we want

Baby girl tryna get a nut
And her girl tryna give it up
Chopped em both down
Don't judge 'em, Joe Brown
One last announcement
No sports bra, let's keep it bouncing
Everybody wanna live at the top of the mountain
Took her to the 'Bleau, she tried to sip the fountain
That when David Grutman kicked her out
But I got her back in and put my dick in her mouth

On sight, on sight

Uh-huh
Right now, I need right now

Right now, I need, I need right now
Right now, I need, I need right now

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Kanye West's "On Sight" are bold, raunchy, and vulgar. Even the opening line, "Yeezy season approaching," sounds like a proclamation of greatness. The first verse is a clear indication from Kanye that he's not interested in what others have to say or wear. With the perfect mix of arrogance and confidence, Kanye asserts that he's a "monster about to come alive again." He's excited about the upcoming events they're about to embark on and plans to bring his best game. He then references Shake Shack, a burger chain and says that once they get there, they will get everyone "shaking like Parkinson's."

The chorus "On sight, on sight" seems to allude to his readiness to take on anyone who might get in his way. In the second verse, he continues with his sexual innuendos when he talks about women trying to "get a nut." He then assures everyone that he has no judgments when he says, "Chopped em both down, don't judge 'em, Joe Brown." Finally, the song ends with him making it clear that he needs what he needs right now.

Overall, "On Sight" is not for the faint of heart. The lyrics are raw, and Kanye seems to be trying to assert his dominance both musically and sexually.

Line by Line Meaning

Yeezy season approaching
Kanye's upcoming release will be major

Fuck whatever y'all been hearing
I don't care what the rumors are

Fuck what, fuck whatever y'all been wearing
I don't care about anyone's fashion choices

A monster about to come alive again
Kanye is coming back with a vengeance

Soon as I pull up and park the Benz
Kanye's presence alone brings attention

We get this bitch shaking like Parkinsons
His presence causes a strong reaction

Take my number and lock it in
A request for someone to remember his contact information

Indian hair, no moccasins
Reference to Native American headdresses and footwear

It's too many hoes in this house of sin
Lots of immoral behavior happening here

Real nigga back in the house again
Kanye is a true artist, back to making music

Black Timbs all on your couch again
His iconic boots are back in action

Black dick all in your spouse again
Kanye is suggesting he's having relationships with other people's significant others

And I know she like chocolate men
Someone's partner has a preference for Black men

She got more niggas off than Cochran, huh?
A reference to OJ Simpson's lawyer, implying this woman is promiscuous

On sight, on sight
Ready for action

How much do I not give a fuck?
Kanye doesn't care about anyone's opinion

Let me show you right now before you give it up
He wants everyone to know how little he cares

He'll give us what we need
Kanye is providing what people really need (unlike what they think they want)

It may not be what we want
His music may not be what's expected or popular

Baby girl tryna get a nut
A woman is looking to have sex

And her girl tryna give it up
Her friend is also sexual

Chopped em both down
He had sexual relations with both women

Don't judge 'em, Joe Brown
Don't condemn their behavior

One last announcement
Kanye has something important to say

No sports bra, let's keep it bouncing
Women should be able to dance freely

Everybody wanna live at the top of the mountain
Everyone wants success and fame

Took her to the 'Bleau, she tried to sip the fountain
The woman tried to take advantage of Kanye's fame

That when David Grutman kicked her out
Someone else intervened

But I got her back in and put my dick in her mouth
Kanye had sex with the woman despite her earlier mistreatment

Uh-huh
Agreement or confirmation

Right now, I need right now
Kanye lives in the moment

Right now, I need, I need right now
Emphasis on the importance of the present

Right now, I need, I need right now
Kanye's needs are urgent and take priority

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Written by: Cydel Charles Young, Malik Yusef El Shabbaz Jones, Thomas Bangalter, Keith Carter Sr., Guy Manuel Homem Christo, Michael G. Dean, Elon Rutberg, Che Smith, Derek Roy Watkins, Kanye Omari West

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