The track features a brief introduction by Kodak Black. The ensuing chorus and verse provide some insight into his relatively seclusive life, one where he has spent nearly 5 years detached from the public. During this time, he has fathered two children, who seem to have grounded him. Other aspects of this track include religion, which Lamar claims lifted him out of “writer’s block” to create this album. He also references various sexual encounters he has had with white women, believing his ancestors would shame him for these relationships; They likely blame these interracial relationships for disregarding the mass incarceration that White America has imposed over black communities. He even reveals that his partner, Whitney Alford, questioned these choices.
Later in Part 2, he regretfully recalls the harm he has indirectly inflicted on his own communities, referencing a food drive TDE held which may have contributed to heart issues among those that attended. In the end, this song functions as a piece of self-criticism that also reflects the shortcomings of society as a whole.
Worldwide Steppers
Kendrick Lamar Lyrics
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Eckhart Tolle
And this here is the big stepper
I'm a killer, he's a killer, she's a killer, bitch
We some killers, walkin' zombies, tryna scratch that itch
Germaphobic, hetero and
My genetic build can build multi-universes, the man of God
Playin' "Baby Shark" with my daughter
Watchin' for sharks outside at the same time
Life as a protective father, I'd kill for her
My son Enoch is the part two
When I expire, my children'll make higher valleys
In this present moment, I saw that through
Ask Whitney about my lust addiction
Text messagin' bitches got my thumbs hurt
Set precedent for a new sacreligion
Writer's block for two years, nothin' moved me
Asked God to speak through me, that's what you hear now
The voice of yours truly
Teleport out my own body for comfort
I don't pass judgment, past life regressions keep me in question
Where did I come from? I don't think like I used to
No, I don't blink like I used to
Awkward stares at everybody, see the flesh of man
But still, this man compared to nobody
Yesterday, I prayed to the flowers and trees
Gratification to the powers that be
Synchronization with my energy chakras, the ghost of Dr. Sebi
Paid it forward, cleaned out my toxins, bacteria heavy
Sciatica nerve pinch, I don't know how to feel
Like the first time I fucked a white bitch
The first time I fucked a white bitch
I was sixteen at the Palisades
Fumblin' my grades, I traveled with the team
The apache life, Centennial was like
When Ms. Baker screamed at Doughboy
Mixed that with Purple Rain
They interchanged the seams
Happy just to be out the hood
With all the wealthy kids
Credit cards and family plans
She drove her daddy's Benz
I found out that he was a sheriff
That was a win-win
Because he had locked up Uncle Perry
She paid her daddy's sins
Next time I fucked a white bitch
Was out in Copenhagen
good kid, m.A.A.d city tour
I flourished on them stages
Whitney asked did I have a problem
I said, "I might be racist"
Ancestors watchin' me fuck was like retaliation
I'm a killer, he's a killer, she's a killer, bitch
We some killers, walkin' zombies, tryna scratch that itch
Germaphobic, hetero and homophobic
Photoshoppin' lies and motives
Hide your eyes, then pose for the pic
What the-
Eight billion people on Earth, silent murderers
Non-profits, preachers and church, crooks and burglars (woo)
Hollywood corporate in school, teachin' philosophies
You either gon' be dead or in jail, killer psychology
Silent murderer, what's your body count? Who your sponsorship?
Objectified so many bitches, I killed their confidence (what the-)
The media's the new religion, you killed the consciousness (what the fuck?)
Your jealousy is way too pretentious, you killed accomplishments (what the fuck?)
Niggas killed freedom of speech, everyone sensitive (what the fuck?)
If your opinion fuck 'round and leak, might as well send your will (what the-)
The industry has killed the creators, I'll be the first to say (what the fuck?)
To each exec', "I'm saving your children," we can't negotiate (what the-)
I caught a couple of bodies myself, slid my community
My last Christmas toy drive in Compton handed out eulogies
Not because the rags in the park had red gradient
But because the high blood pressure flooded the caterin'
So what's the difference 'tween your life when hidin' motives?
More fatalities and reality brung you closure
The noble person that goes to work and pray like they 'posed to?
Slaughter people too, your murder's just a bit slower
I'm a killer, he's a killer, she's a killer, bitch (what the fuck?)
We some killers, walkin' zombies, tryna scratch that itch (what the-)
Germaphobic, hetero and homophobic
Photoshoppin' lies and motives
Hide your eyes, then pose for the pic'
In "Worldwide Steppers," Kendrick Lamar raps about his multifaceted identity and the complexities of his life. He starts by referencing Kodak Black, Oklama, and Eckhart Tolle, three distinct personalities that represent different aspects of his life. Throughout the song, Kendrick touches on a range of topics, from his role as a protective father to his struggle with writer's block. He mentions his genetic make-up, which "can build multi-universes," and contrasts this with his role as a father, who plays "Baby Shark" with his daughter and watches for sharks to protect her.
Kendrick also explores themes of race, sex, and violence in the song. He reflects on his first sexual experience with a white woman, connecting it to larger themes of power and oppression. He also addresses the concept of "silent murderers," calling out non-profits, preachers, and the media for promoting harmful ideologies and damaging people's confidence. Ultimately, the song is a commentary on the complexities of identity and the way that violence and oppression are often embedded in our everyday lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Kodak Black, Oklama
Introducing himself and references to other people
And this here is the big stepper
Asserting himself as a significant figure
I'm a killer, he's a killer, she's a killer, bitch
Referring to people as killers, alluding to their destructive tendencies
We some killers, walkin' zombies, tryna scratch that itch
Comparing people to zombies as they indulge in their harmful behavior
Germaphobic, hetero and homophobic
Describing some of his traits and biases
I am not for the faint of heart
Warning that he may be difficult to handle
My genetic build can build multi-universes, the man of God
Boasting about his creative potential and faith
Playin' "Baby Shark" with my daughter
Sharing a personal moment with his child
Watchin' for sharks outside at the same time
Protective of his family even in a seemingly safe environment
Life as a protective father, I'd kill for her
Emphasizing love and loyalty for his child
My son Enoch is the part two
Proudly mentioning his son as a continuation of his legacy
When I expire, my children'll make higher valleys
Looking forward to his children's success after he's gone
In this present moment, I saw that through
Acknowledging his contentment in the present
Ask Whitney about my lust addiction
Referring to a personal issue with a specific person
Text messagin' bitches got my thumbs hurt
Complaining about a physical consequence of his actions
Set precedent for a new sacreligion
Pioneering a new form of religious practice
Writer's block for two years, nothin' moved me
Struggling with creative inspiration for a prolonged period
Asked God to speak through me, that's what you hear now
Crediting a higher power for the inspiration behind his current work
The voice of yours truly
Identifying himself as the true source of the message conveyed in his work
Teleport out my own body for comfort
Expressing a desire to escape his physical self
I don't pass judgment, past life regressions keep me in question
Avoiding judgment and questioning the mysteries of life
Where did I come from? I don't think like I used to
Expressing a curiosity about his origins and a change in his mindset
No, I don't blink like I used to
Noticing a change in his behavior or perception
Awkward stares at everybody, see the flesh of man
Feeling uncomfortable or disconnected with others as he sees their humanity
But still, this man compared to nobody
Emphasizing his uniqueness compared to others
Yesterday, I prayed to the flowers and trees
Mentioning an unconventional object of prayer
Gratification to the powers that be
Acknowledging authority and expressing appreciation
Synchronization with my energy chakras, the ghost of Dr. Sebi
Describing a spiritual practice and referencing a figure in alternative medicine
Paid it forward, cleaned out my toxins, bacteria heavy
Taking care of his own health and well-being, and perhaps others'
Sciatica nerve pinch, I don't know how to feel
Sharing a physical discomfort or confusion about it
Like the first time I fucked a white bitch
Transitioning to a new topic, recalling a past experience
The first time I fucked a white bitch
Repeating the line to emphasize the topic
I was sixteen at the Palisades
Providing specific details about the setting
Fumblin' my grades, I traveled with the team
Disclosing a potential lack of academic focus and involvement in sports
The apache life, Centennial was like
Making a comparison, likely between his current and past environment
When Ms. Baker screamed at Doughboy
Referencing a scene from the film Boyz n the Hood that he relates to
Mixed that with Purple Rain
Combining or mixing two different forms of media
They interchanged the seams
Referring to a possible blending or adjustment of different elements
Happy just to be out the hood
Expressing a sense of relief or satisfaction to be out of a dangerous or difficult environment
With all the wealthy kids
A description of the company he was in
Credit cards and family plans
Describing the privilege or wealth of some of the people around him
She drove her daddy's Benz
Sharing a detail about someone he may have been involved with
I found out that he was a sheriff
Discovering something about the father of the girl he was with
That was a win-win
Reckoning with the irony or positive outcome of this fact
Because he had locked up Uncle Perry
Explaining the reason for his positive reaction
She paid her daddy's sins
Associating the girl with her father's wrongdoing, and potentially justifying their behavior
Next time I fucked a white bitch
Continuing the story or topic from earlier
Was out in Copenhagen
Providing a new detail about the experience
good kid, m.A.A.d city tour
Referencing his own tour or album
I flourished on them stages
Reflecting on the success of his tour or performance
Whitney asked did I have a problem
Introducing another character or experience
I said, "I might be racist"
Sharing a potentially controversial or provocative statement
Ancestors watchin' me fuck was like retaliation
Expressing a belief about the influence of ancestors or a supernatural force
Eight billion people on Earth, silent murderers
Making a dramatic statement about the world population
Non-profits, preachers and church, crooks and burglars (woo)
Listing different groups of people who may cause harm to others
Hollywood corporate in school, teachin' philosophies
Identifying another source of negative influence or deception
You either gon' be dead or in jail, killer psychology
Implying that people may be driven to destructive behavior or end up in dire situations
Silent murderer, what's your body count? Who your sponsorship?
Asking provocative questions about individuals' actions and motives
Objectified so many bitches, I killed their confidence (what the-)
Calling out the detrimental behavior of referring to women as objects, and expressing shock or disbelief
The media's the new religion, you killed the consciousness (what the fuck?)
Commenting on the overwhelming influence of media, and condemning its negative effects
Your jealousy is way too pretentious, you killed accomplishments (what the fuck?)
Accusing others of being jealous and preventing him from achieving his goals
Niggas killed freedom of speech, everyone sensitive (what the fuck?)
Arguing that society has become too politically correct or restrictive
If your opinion fuck 'round and leak, might as well send your will (what the-)
Warning about the potential consequences of sharing opinions or information
The industry has killed the creators, I'll be the first to say (what the fuck?)
Complaining about the corrupting influence of the entertainment industry
To each exec', "I'm saving your children," we can't negotiate (what the-)
Addressing executives and asserting his power and influence
I caught a couple of bodies myself, slid my community
Confessing to damaging actions committed within his community
My last Christmas toy drive in Compton handed out eulogies
Recalling a past charitable event in a community with a high mortality rate
Not because the rags in the park had red gradient
Providing a detail that emphasizes the difficult circumstances
But because the high blood pressure flooded the caterin'
Explaining the reason behind the high mortality rate by pointing to a widespread health issue
So what's the difference 'tween your life when hidin' motives?
Questioning the motives of others and how they differ from his own
More fatalities and reality brung you closure
Suggesting that people may become desensitized to death and tragedy
The noble person that goes to work and pray like they 'posed to?
Posing a question about the concept of leading a morally upright life
Slaughter people too, your murder's just a bit slower
Contending that even morally upright people cause harm in some way
Photoshoppin' lies and motives
Returning to an earlier theme of deception
Hide your eyes, then pose for the pic'
Warning people about being deceptive or untruthful in their actions
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Donte Lamar Perkins, Jason Pounds, Kendrick Lamar Duckworth, Mark Anthony Spears, Pat Darnell, Samuel Joseph Dew, Vincent Crane
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Lyrics
[Part I]
[Intro: Kodak Black]
Kodak Black, Oklama
Eckhart Tolle
And this is the big stepper
[Chorus: Kendrick Lamar]
I'm a killer, he's a killer, she's a killer, bitch
We's them killers, walkin' zombies, tryna scratch that itch
Germaphobic, heteron
[Verse 1: Kendrick Lamar]
I am not for the faint of heart
My genetic build can build multi universes, the men of God
Playin' "Baby Shark" with my daughter
Watchin' for sharks outside at the same time
Life as a protective father, I'd kill for her
My son Enoch, it's the part two
When I inspire my children and make higher values
In my present moment I saw that through
Ask Whitney about my lust addiction
Text messagin' bitches got my thumbs hurt
Set precedent for a new sacreligion
Writer's block for two years, nothin' moved me
Asked God to speak through me, that's what you're hearing now
The voice of yours truly
Teleport out my home body for comfort
I don't pass judgment, past life regressions keep me in question
Where did I come from? I don't think like I used to
No, I don't blink like I used to
Awkward stares at everybody, see the flesh of man
But still this man compared to nobody
Yesterday I prayed to the flowers and trees
Gratification to the powers that be
Synchronization with my energy shackles that goes to doctor Zebi
Paid it for, cleaned out my toxins, bacteria heavy
Sciatical nerve pinch, I don't know how to feel
Like the first time I fucked a white bitch
[Verse 2: Kendrick Lamar]
The first time I fucked a white bitch, I was sixteen at the Palisades, fumblin' my grades
I traveled with a team, the apache life, Sintennio was like
When Mrs. Becker screamed, "That dough, boy, mixed there with purple rain"
They interchanged the seams
Happy just to be out the hood, with all the wealthy years
Credit cards and family plans, she drove her daddy's Benz
I found out he was a sheriff, that was a win-win
Because he had locked up Uncle Perry
She paid her daddy's sins
Next time I fucked a white bitch, was out in Copenhagen
Good Kid, M.A.A.D City tour, I flourished on them stages
Whitney asked did I have a problem
I said, "I might be racist"
Ancestors watchin' me fuck was like retaliation
[Chorus: Kendrick Lamar]
I'm a killer, he's a killer, she's a killer, bitch
We's them killers, walkin' zombies, tryna scratch that itch
Germaphobic, heteron, homophobic
Photoshoppin' lies and motives
Hide your eyes and pose for the pic'
[Interlude]
What the—
[Part II]
[Verse 1: Kendrick Lamar]
Eight billion people on Earth, silent murderers
Non-profit preachers in church, clerks and bellers (Woo)
Hollywood corporate and screwin', teachin' philosophies
You either be dead or in jail, killer psychology
Silent murderer, what's your body count? Who your sponsorship?
Objectify so many bitches, I killed their confidence (What the—)
The media's the new religion, you killed the conciousness (What the fuck?)
You jealousy is way too pretentious, you killed accomplishments (What the fuck?)
Niggas kill freedom of speech, everyone sensitive (What the fuck?)
If your opinion fuck around and leak, might as well send you off (What the—)
The industry has killed the creators
I'd be the first to say to each exec', "I'm saving your children" (What the fuck?)
We can't negotiate (What the—)
I caught a couple of bodies myself, slipped my community
My last Christmas toy drive in Compton handed out euologies
Not because the rags in the park had red gradient
But because the high blood pressure flooded the caterin'
So what's the difference between your life? We're hiding motives
The fatalities and reality bring you closure
The noble person that goes to work and pray like they 'posed to?
Slaughter people too, your murder's just a bit slower
[Chorus: Kendrick Lamar]
I'm a killer, he's a killer, she's a killer, bitch (What the fuck?)
We's them killers, walkin' zombies, tryna scratch that itch (What the—)
Germaphobic, heteron, homophobic
Photoshoppin' lies and motives
Hide your eyes and pose for the pic'
@MayfairMadexSSRaised
Couple Correction/Suggestion(s):
- Higher Values -> Higher Valleys (?)
- Doctor Zebi -> Dr Sebi
- Sciatical -> Sciatica
- Sintennio -> Centennial
- Bellers -> Burglars (?)
- “..corporate and Screw-in” -> “..corporate in school”
- “..send you off” -> “..send your will”
- “slipped my community” -> “slid my community”
@Jojo-li1bw
[Part I]
[Intro: Kodak Black]
Kodak Black, Oklama
Eckhart Tolle
And this is the big stepper
[Chorus: Kendrick Lamar]
I'm a killer, he's a killer, she's a killer, bitch
We's them killers, walkin' zombies, tryna scratch that itch
Germaphobic, heteron
[Verse 1: Kendrick Lamar]
I am not for the faint of heart
My genetic build can build multi universes
The men of God playin' baby shark with my daughter
Watchin' for sharks outside at the same time
Life as a protective father, I'd kill for
My son Enoch, it's the part two
When I inspire my children and make higher values
In my present moment I saw that through
Ask Whitney about my lust addiction
Text messagin' bitches got my thumbs hurt
Set president for a new sacreligion
Writer's block for two years, nothin' moved me
Asked God to speak through me, that's what you're hearing now
The voice of yours truly
Teleport out my home body for comfort
I don't pass judgment, past life regressions keep me in question
Where did I come from? I don't think like I used to
No, I don't blink like I used to
Awkward stares at everybody, see the flesh of man
But still this man compared to nobody
Yesterday I prayed to the flowers and trees
Gratification to the powers that be
Synchronization with my energy shackles that goes to doctor Zebi
Paid it for, cleaned out my toxins, bacteria heavy
Sciatical nerve pinch, I don't know how to feel
Like the first time I fucked a white bitch
[Verse 2: Kendrick Lamar]
The first time I fucked a white bitch, I was sixteen at the Palisades, fumblin' my grades
I traveled with a team, the apache life, Sintennio was like
When Mrs. Becker screamed, "That dough, boy, mixed with purple rain"
They interchanged the seams
Happy just to be out the hood, with all the wealthy years
Credit cards and family plans, she drove her daddy's Benz
I found out he was a sheriff, that was a win-win
Because he had locked up Uncle Perry
She paid her daddy's sins
Next time I fucked a white bitch, I was out in Copenhagen
Good Kid, M.A.A.D City tour, I flourished on them stages
Whitney asked did I have a problem
I said, "I might be racist"
Ancestors watchin' me fuck was like retaliation
[Chorus: Kendrick Lamar]
I'm a killer, he's a killer, she's a killer, bitch
We's them killers, walkin' zombies, tryna scratch that itch
Germaphobic, heteron, homophobic
Photoshoppin' lies and motives
Hide your eyes and pose for the pic'
[Interlude]
What the—
[Part II]
[Verse 1: Kendrick Lamar]
Eight billion people on Earth, silent murderers
Non-profit preachers in church, clerks and bellers (Woo)
Hollywood corporate and screwin', teachin' philosophies
You either be dead or in jail, killer psychology
Silent murderer, what's your body count? Who your sponsorship?
Objectify so many bitches, I killed their confidence
The media's the new religion, you killed the conciousness
You jealousy is way too pretentious, you killed accomplishments
Niggas kill freedom of speech, everyone sensitive
If your opinion fuck around and leak
Might as well send you off, the industry has killed the creators
I'd be the first to say to each exec', "I'm saving your children"
We can't negotiate
I caught a couple of bodies myself, slipped my community
My last Christmas toy drive in Compton handed euologies
Not because the rags in the park had red [?]
But because the high blood pressure flooded the catering
So what's the difference between your life? We're hiding motives
The fatalities and realities bring you closure
The noble person that goes to work and pray like they 'posed to?
Slaughter people too, your murder's just a bit slower
[Chorus: Kendrick Lamar]
I'm a killer, he's a killer, she's a killer, bitch (What the fuck?)
We's them killers, walkin' zombies, tryna scratch that itch (What the—)
Germaphobic, heteron, homophobic
Photoshoppin' lies and motives
Hide your eyes and pose for the pic'
@tech4year
FACTS !!💯💯👏.
One Trip to the stage, line 'em up, & allow ALL of US to ENJOY his medley of Genius Art 👈👑👑😎 performances that night 💯.
The Heart 5 was GRENADE BULLETS of KDOT announcing " New Music Coming", be patient brother !!. 😒💯.
And, "Smokin' On Yo' Top Five", AIN'T NOBODY SAFE !!??;
.was HIS ONLY WARNING ⚠️💯.
# When others count you out, & HAVE to EAT IT 👈👏👏😎.
@SeanLKearns
Man really made a whole album that dont make sense if you have no sense.
@Yougoofydawg
Ayo did u just get deep
@jaydencmon3456
@@Yougoofydawgpause.
@pewpewpods1021
@@jaydencmon3456 bro is so used to brainrot
@GEEZZTHECHOSEN1
This is a perfect description of this I had to sit down and tone all others things to understand and feel this album
@bernstriplewon7842
Fact I hear everything he's saying
@markusvounas9998
"The media is the new religion, you killed the consciences." Extremely heavy line. I am guilty myself. Love how listening to this album brings awareness. Helps me recenter and correct my behavior. To continue the path I wish to be on.
@DME-jm8ex
Fr 🙏
@justthatguy982
The beat sounds like a panic attack… the flow and delivery with the lyrics is so superior and cold 😭🔥
@Shawn420s
its interesting