Full Bloom
Kota the Friend feat. Isa Reyes & Richard Parker Lyrics
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Come here, let me talk to you
I've seen you grow up all your life around here
Never said two words
But I ain't gon' be here forever
You done come up, and this your block
Your daddy own that house, my mama own this one
This your hood
Before you know it, it won't be the same, I'm tellin' you
Enough with all that
You gon' be the one that all these young cats look up to
So be careful how you move
They watchin' you like a hawk, man
It's your turn to rise up, it's on you
So what you gon' do with it?
Yo, what's good, bro?
What's poppin', bro, how you feelin' bro, how you? I ain't seen you in a minute
Bro, I see you out here with...
Hair braids and band aids
Double dutch queens and hairspray
Dominoes, baes, and milk crates
Say it to my face if you feel a way
I hit you with that boom boom bap
Like it's Dilla day
Boy from the hood but he been away
I am home, on the Ave
Been in palms, got a draft on the scroll
Put the scraps on the stove, now I'm cookin'
I been haunted seein' these lessons
I been grabbin' every blessin', word to Zars
Manifestin', been writin' it in the stars
Spent my whole 26 fightin' against the odds
All while they were sleepin', was buildin' my Noah's Arc
We been through so much that our spirits glow in the dark
Jay help every nigga in Hollywood beat the charge
I'm home, and our river is overflowin' with garden love
My son hair nappy just like his mama
I do my own thing, I'm indie just like my father
I am obligated to take the baton farther
Than anybody before me for anybody that follow
We from the earth
They couldn't buy me, a nigga know what he worth
I'm the product of the sun, rain and dirt
My garden is in full bloom (Bloom, bloom, bloom)
The song "Full Bloom" by Kota the Friend feat. Isa Reyes & Richard Parker starts with an elder addressing a young person from their neighborhood. He tells them that he has seen them grow up around there and reminds them that they will not be around forever. The elder tells the young person that they are now the one everyone will be looking up to, and they should be careful about how they move. The young person is encouraged to take photos of the neighborhood now because it will not be the same in the future. The song then shifts to a conversation between two people who have not seen each other in a while. They catch up on each other's lives, and Kota raps about his experiences growing up in his neighborhood. He talks about his pride in his roots and how he is "the product of the sun, rain and dirt." Kota also mentions that he has been through a lot and has been building his "Noah's Arc" despite the odds.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, young blood
Greetings, younger person
Come here, let me talk to you
Allow me to have a conversation with you
I've seen you grow up all your life around here
I have been aware of your existence in this area since you were a child
Never said two words
I have never spoken to you
But I ain't gon' be here forever
I will not remain here indefinitely
You done come up, and this your block
You have progressed, and now this area belongs to you
Your daddy own that house, my mama own this one
Your father is the proprietor of that building, and my mother is the owner of this building
This your hood
This area belongs to you
Make sure you takin' some photos, man
Ensure that you capture some memories of this place
Before you know it, it won't be the same, I'm tellin' you
This place will change before you are aware of it
Enough with all that
That is all I have to say about that
You gon' be the one that all these young cats look up to
You will be a role model for the younger generation
So be careful how you move
Be cautious with your actions
They watchin' you like a hawk, man
They are observing your behavior intensely
It's your turn to rise up, it's on you
You have the potential to succeed, the responsibility rests on you
So what you gon' do with it?
What actions will you take to achieve success?
Yo, what's good, bro?
Hello, how are you doing?
What's poppin', bro, how you feelin' bro, how you? I ain't seen you in a minute
What's new, friend? How are you doing? It's been a while since I last saw you
Bro, I see you out here with...
I have noticed your presence with...
Hair braids and band aids
Braided hair and bandages
Double dutch queens and hairspray
Women playing Double Dutch and using hairspray
Dominoes, baes, and milk crates
Playing dominoes with significant others and using milk crates as seats
Say it to my face if you feel a way
If you have a problem with me, confront me
I hit you with that boom boom bap
I produce music with a strong rhythm
Like it's Dilla day
Similar to music produced by J Dilla
Boy from the hood but he been away
A male from this area who has been absent for some time
I am home, on the Ave
I have returned to this area, on the avenue
Been in palms, got a draft on the scroll
I have been in tropical locations, and have written extensive notes
Put the scraps on the stove, now I'm cookin'
I have gathered remnants and have now produced something valuable
I been haunted seein' these lessons
I have been troubled by the lessons I have learned
I been grabbin' every blessin', word to Zars
I have been taking advantage of every opportunity to succeed, paying homage to Zars
Manifestin', been writin' it in the stars
I have been envisioning success and putting it into the universe
Spent my whole 26 fightin' against the odds
I have spent my entire 26th year overcoming challenges
All while they were sleepin', was buildin' my Noah's Arc
As others slept, I was creating something substantial
We been through so much that our spirits glow in the dark
We have experienced so much that we shine brightly even in darkness
Jay help every nigga in Hollywood beat the charge
Jay Z has assisted many individuals in Hollywood to avoid legal consequences
I'm home, and our river is overflowin' with garden love
I have returned home, where love and vegetation flourish
My son hair nappy just like his mama
My son has hair similar in texture to his mother's
I do my own thing, I'm indie just like my father
I am self-sufficient, like my father was
I am obligated to take the baton farther
It is my duty to carry on the legacy
Than anybody before me for anybody that follow
Outdoing those who came before me, for those who come after
We from the earth
We are products of nature
They couldn't buy me, a nigga know what he worth
I am not for sale, I am aware of my value
I'm the product of the sun, rain and dirt
I am the result of natural processes
My garden is in full bloom (Bloom, bloom, bloom)
I have reached a state of flourishing and growth
Writer(s): Avery Jones
Contributed by Alexander C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@auzziefish
Kota literally hasnβt had a bad song....
Kota for president
@DeebosChain
Easily one of the most underrated lyricists performing todayππΌβ€οΈ
@God-wv4bf
Yeah just read the lyrics anyone can sit down and write like this if they actually try.
@mabelgudino494
I FEEL LIKE A CAVEMAN DISCOVERING FIRE.
@Slick_Slimey_Roiii
Mannnnnn
@NiCK-ue1pv
Perfect analogy
@SlamBamgorillaMan
Listen bro! I remember when your ends werenβt meeting just yet and your microphone broke. All of your core fans came together and put positive energy into your new microphone and you reached the goal within a week or so.... I knew After that moment you would blow up... its Kota year. Keep the lyrics coming π
@i-love-comountains3850
He garden in Full Bloomπ
@lanreakerele4375
I love the beat. It makes me to feel Kota would be great father to any children he raises.
@t-lick
Shout out to Origami Beats who produced a few songs on here. Been on his beatstars for years, so happy to hear him placed on this album that's gonna blow. Nice work KOTA you just became one of my favorites for so many reasons. Your aesthetic is unmatched