Brokeland
Kirk Knight Lyrics

Yeah, yeah
Expressing agreement and eagerness

Shit I seen and eh
Referring to experienced hardships and obstacles

With the figure S, nigga
Referring to the universal dollar sign and wealth

Cop killa
Metaphorically addressing police brutality and injustice

I smoke backwoods and dutchies
Referring to marijuana smoking habits

The extra dusty young fly motherfucker
Self-description painted with arrogance and confidence

Oh my god it must be
Confirming something of high approval or value

Triple-K cutter
A play on KKK and possibly referring to the power of money

Brooklyn life-and-deather
Referring to living dangerously in Brooklyn

Cross me, be the first and last like alpha and omega
Warning of consequences for any harm caused

So, what's the dilemma hon'?
Asking what troubles the person addressed

Niggas with hella guns
Referring to a culture of weapons and violence

Residence medieval so watch my umbrella, uh
Referring to being prepared for danger and attacks

Bright like canella with statements like Mandela, uh
Possibly referring to being knowledgeable and woke

Stank-face still stainless, it's whatever bruh
Indicating a fearless attitude in the face of adversity

Think and lead a coffin right there
Indicating an ability to think ahead and anticipate danger

We headin' AWOL
Referring to operating outside the norm and living dangerously

My getaway, it's that stick shift call it 8 ball
Referring to a preferred mode of transportation

Hopped in the hot seat I'm drunk nigga
Referring to possibly driving under the influence

Leave you slump nigga
Threatening actions if challenged

Don't get dumb nigga
Advising against risky behavior

I know it's time for change so we snatch quicker
Possibly referring to getting out of dangerous situations

Not measly shit I seen as a little figure
Referring to the tough childhood experiences

I dare some
Challenging others to test him

To try to flash clothes and fair guns
Referring to ineffective methods of showing off street cred

Because where I'm from for amusement shoot the fair one
Referring to the practice of fighting for amusement and entertainment

I said nowadays Brooklyn ain't the same
Stating that Brooklyn has changed from the past

And life's a scam and I'd rather be paid
Referring to the pursuit of money

Credit card by that fuckin' BOA
Referring to the use of a specific credit card

But if you want a couple stacks than you're going to Chase
If you want more money, you need to go through another financial institution

If you play your cards right than you're heading the fast way
If you make smart decisions, you can achieve success quickly

And them niggas in the clash just fillin' up plates
Referring to others who are not achieving the same level of success

So I just keep on, reachin', lying to my teachers
Referring to his determination and not being honest with authority figures

With the hammer pants, I keep security cards in my sneakers
Referring to his unique style and tactics for being prepared

I'm heading for the trust funds, bonds, and planned speeches
Referring to his aspirations for wealth, financial security, and public speaking

All I ever knew was a ATF procedure
Referring to his knowledge of certain governmental procedures

Transaction, gotta eat
The importance of making money

Serving all the status
The importance of maintaining a certain image and reputation

No fan could catch me that BMW fashioned
Referring to his desire for a BMW model car

Black tinted, Mac 10
Referring to weapons and being prepared for danger

Oh yes the bitches
Referring to his desired female attention

Circle round scan them pockets for the double digits
Referring to gold-digging and hoping to find a wealthy partner

And these things around me make my wants money, bitches
Referring to how material objects and societal expectations fuel his desires

But my conscious told me just look back and listen
Referring to his conscience and trying to be self-aware

The mind of a Brooklyn nigga
Description of a certain type of mentality

Go Brooklyn, go Brooklyn, go Brooklyn
Showing pride for his hometown

Brooklyn's in the house!
Exclaiming the influence and presence of Brooklyn culture