Barry Bonds
Kanye West (feat. Lil Wayne) Lyrics
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What people pay paper for damn it, they can't stand it
They want something new, so let's get reacquainted
Became the hood favorite, I can't even explain it, I surprise myself too
Life of a Don, lights keep glowing
Coming in the club with that fresh shit on
With something crazy on my arm
Uh-uh-hum, and here's another hit, Barry Bonds
We outta here baby!
"Dude!" Fresh off the plane, "konichiwa," bitches
Turn around another plane, my passport on pivot
Ask for it I did it, that asshole done did it
Talked it then he lived it, spit it then he shit it
I don't need writers, I might bounce ideas
But only I could come up with some shit like this
I done played the underdog my whole career
I've been a very good sport, haven't I, this year
They say "he going crazy and we seen this before"
But I'm doing pretty good as far as geniuses go
And I'm doing pretty hood in my pink polo
Nigga please, how you gonna say I ain't no Lo-head
Cause my Dior got me more model head
I'm insulted, you should go 'head
And bow so hard until your knees hit your forehead
And the flow just hit code red
Top 5 MCs, you ain't gotta remind me
Top 5 MCs: you gotta rewind me
I'm high up on the line, you could get behind me
But my head's so big you can't sit behind me
Life of a Don, lights keep glowing
Coming in the club with that fresh shit on
With something crazy on my arm
Uh-uh-hum, and here's another hit, Barry Bonds
Yeah, yeah, we outta here baby!
Wha, wha, we outta here baby!
Hey Mr. West we so outta here baby
And me, I'm Mr. Weezy Baby
I'm so bright not shady
My teeth and my ice so white like Shady
Ice in my teeth so refrigerated
I'm so fucking good like I'm sleeping with Megan
I'm all about my Franklins, Lincolns and Reagans
Whenever they make them, I shall hayve them
Oops, I meant "have them," I'm so crazy
But if you play crazy you be sleeping with daisies
I'm such a hay-vic, oops I meant "havoc"
And my drink's still pinker than the Easter rabbit
And I'm still cole like Keyshia's family
Stove on my waist turn beef to patties
And I ate it cause I'm so avid
I don't front and I don't go backwards
And I don't practice and I don't lack shit
And you can get buried, suck my bat bitch
We outta here baby!
Swag at a hundred and climbin', baby, yeah
Life of a Don, lights keep glowing
Coming in the club with that fresh shit on
With something crazy on my arm
Ha Ha Hum, and here's another hit, Barry Bonds
In "Barry Bonds", Kanye West and Lil Wayne boast about their wealth, fame, and success in the music industry. Kanye starts the first verse, claiming that fans keep coming back to his music because they want something new and fresh. He also references his growing stardom and the glowing lights that follow him in his club appearances. In the chorus, he declares himself a "Don", while flaunting a crazy accessory on his arm. Lil Wayne follows up in the second verse, rapping about his own success and how he doesn't need any outside help or inspiration to make his music. He references his own wealth by mentioning famous politicians on the US dollar bills, and draws attention to his pink grill that is "refrigerated". Overall, both artists use the song to emphasize their success in the music business and how they've made it to the top of their game.
Line by Line Meaning
It's what you all been waiting for ain't it?
This is what everyone has been anticipating, isn't it?
What people pay paper for damn it, they can't stand it
Some people don't like the fact that what they pay for is being given out for free
They want something new, so let's get reacquainted
People want something fresh and different, so let's reintroduce ourselves
Became the hood favorite, I can't even explain it, I surprise myself too
I've become a popular figure in the neighborhood, even I'm surprised at how well I'm received
Life of a Don, lights keep glowing
I lead a luxurious life and people notice my presence
Coming in the club with that fresh shit on
Entering the nightclub with brand new clothes, looking sharp and stylish
With something crazy on my arm
With an attractive and eye-catching partner beside me
Uh-uh-hum, and here's another hit, Barry Bonds
Here's another successful song, just like Barry Bonds was a successful baseball player
Fresh off the plane, 'konichiwa,' bitches
Just arrived from a trip to Japan and greeting everyone in the most casual way possible
Turn around another plane, my passport on pivot
Traveling constantly and having a passport that's always in use
Ask for it I did it, that asshole done did it
I'm always up for a challenge and have done everything that has been asked of me
Talked it then he lived it, spit it then he shit it
I talk about my accomplishments, then achieve them, brag about them, then move on
I don't need writers, I might bounce ideas
I don't require anyone's help with writing, but I'm open to hearing new perspectives
But only I could come up with some shit like this
I have a unique talent for creating something out of nothing
I done played the underdog my whole career
I've been underestimated throughout my career but that's what drives me to succeed
I've been a very good sport, haven't I, this year?
I've been a gracious and cooperative competitor this year, to my credit
They say 'he going crazy and we seen this before'
People think I've lost my mind and I'm acting like this has happened before
But I'm doing pretty good as far as geniuses go
I'm doing great, especially when compared to other creative geniuses
And I'm doing pretty hood in my pink polo
Despite my success and wealth, I haven't forgotten my humble beginnings and still dress like where I came from
Nigga please, how you gonna say I ain't no Lo-head
Don't even try to deny that I'm a fan of the brand Lo, I'm proud of it
Cause my Dior got me more model head
My expensive clothes attract more attention and interest of models
I'm insulted, you should go 'head
Your statement is insulting and you should go ahead and feel embarrassed
And bow so hard until your knees hit your forehead
Pay such intense respect and admiration that your head dips down to your knees
And the flow just hit code red
The rap verses I just delivered were highly passionate and impactful
Top 5 MCs, you ain't gotta remind me
I already know that I'm one of the top 5 rappers
Top 5 MCs: you gotta rewind me
The other top 5 rappers can't compete with my style, you gotta go back and listen to mine again
I'm high up on the line, you could get behind me
I'm successful and I'm moving forward, so you can be part of my entourage and follow my lead
But my head's so big you can't sit behind me
My ego is so large that even if you tried to sit behind me, you couldn't fit
And me, I'm Mr. Weezy Baby
I'm Lil Wayne, a prominent rapper
I'm so bright not shady
I stand out and shine, without any deceit or trickery
My teeth and my ice so white like Shady
My teeth and jewelry (ice) are so bright and white, just like the rapper Eminem's alias Slim Shady
Ice in my teeth so refrigerated
The diamonds in my dental work are so expensive and dazzling, they feel like a refrigerated sensation
I'm so fucking good like I'm sleeping with Megan
I'm very skilled and accomplished, like I'm sleeping with the actress Megan Fox
I'm all about my Franklins, Lincolns and Reagans
I'm all about making money, whether it be in dollars ($100 Bill = Franklin), five-dollar bills, or twenty-dollar bills (Lincoln or Reagan, former presidents who appear on those bills)
Whenever they make them, I shall hayve them
Whenever they print new money, I'll be sure to obtain it
Oops, I meant 'have them,' I'm so crazy
Sorry, I misspoke and said 'hayve' instead of 'have,' but that's just how weird I am
But if you play crazy you be sleeping with daisies
If you act crazy, you'll end up dead
I'm such a hay-vic, oops I meant 'havoc'
I'm such an influential force, but that sounded like the word 'hay-vic,' which isn't a real word, so let me rephrase and use the actual word 'havoc'
And my drink's still pinker than the Easter rabbit
My drink is brightly colored and stands out, just like the colorful Easter rabbit traditions
And I'm still cole like Keyshia's family
I'm still cool, just like Keyshia Cole's family (referring to the rapper's nickname, Weezy, which sounds like wheezy, which sounds like Cole)
Stove on my waist turn beef to patties
I keep a gun (stove) on my waist and can settle disputes with deadly force if needed
And I ate it cause I'm so avid
I took care of business because I'm so eager and committed
I don't front and I don't go backwards
I don't lie or pretend, and I always keep moving forward
And I don't practice and I don't lack shit
I don't need practice and I don't have any shortcomings
And you can get buried, suck my bat bitch
If you try me, you'll end up dead, so don't mess with me
Swag at a hundred and climbin', baby, yeah
I exude confidence and style, and it only gets better
Wha, wha, we outta here baby!
I'm leaving now, and it's time to go
Hey Mr. West we so outta here baby
Kanye and I are ready to leave now
Life of a Don, lights keep glowing
I lead a luxurious life and my presence shines bright
Coming in the club with that fresh shit on
Entering the nightclub with brand new clothes, looking sharp and stylish
With something crazy on my arm
With an attractive and eye-catching partner beside me
Ha Ha Hum, and here's another hit, Barry Bonds
Another successful song, just like Barry Bonds was a successful baseball player
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MIKE DEAN, N LANDSBERG, F PAPPARLARDI, J VENTURA, LIL WAYNE, L WEINSTEIN, KANYE WEST
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