On April 3, 2019, it was revealed on Michael McCrudden’s popular YouTube show, “Before They Were Famous”, how Lil Nas X got his rap name. On May 13, 2019, Billboard confirmed Lil Nas X signed with CAA for worldwide representation. He released his debut EP, 7 EP, on June 21, 2019.
In January 2021, his hit song "Old Town Road" set a record as the highest certified song ever by the RIAA with 14-times platinum status in the United States, meaning it accumulated 14 million in equivalent song units. Later that month, Lil Nas X released a children's ABC picture book named 'C is For Country'.
On March 26, 2021, he released the single “MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name)”, which was followed by the announcement of his upcoming debut studio album, MONTERO, released on September 17, 2021. The album includes 15 tracks and features from Doja Cat, Elton John, Jack Harlow, Megan Thee Stallion and Miley Cyrus.
Lil Nas X has achieved great success in his career and is considered one of the most influential figures in modern music.
Kim Jong
Lil Nas X Lyrics
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Choppas in the truck, you better go and duck, son
I could give a motherfuck bout what you did done
Cause now I′m taking over nigga guess i'm Kim Jung
Uh, niggas thinking that they up one
Choppas in the truck, you better go and duck, son
I could give a motherfuck bout what you did done
Cause now I′m taking over nigga guess i'm Kim Jung
Nigga they will shoot at you
Thus leaving you dead
Bust ya mathafuckin cuticles
Different color Gucci
Nigga I look like rubix cube
Putting fake niggas on trial
Like the crucible, delusional niggas
Thinking they up next, that's a shame
Cause they name ain′t Lil Nas C
Young nigga, I was raised in the projects
In the draft, I′m the number 1 prospect
Uh, niggas thinking that they up one
Choppas in the truck, you better go and duck, son
I could give a motherfuck bout what you did done
Cause now I'm taking over nigga guess i′m Kim Jung
Uh, niggas thinking that they up one
Choppas in the truck, you better go and duck, son
I could give a motherfuck bout what you did done
Cause now I'm taking over nigga guess i′m Kim jung
Think i was meant for this rappin' shit
Cause all the new niggas sent really wack as shit
Maybe if I change the game
I′ll aim at lame niggas brains
And take the fame off they names
Then I'll give it back
To a motherfuckin' humble rapper
Conscious niggas always talking ′bout them mumble rappers
Like y′all shit can't be trash too
You niggas be wack too
Pussy fuck ya past, oh
You niggas gassed
My check better be getting to me
Or I′m wetting necks of niggas who didn't give it to me
Don′t expect no respect, I never give it truly
Switch the pivot gotta get it, that's how I′m living, ooowee
Uh, niggas thinking that they up one
Choppas in the truck, you better go and duck, son
I could give a motherfuck bout what you did done
Cause now I'm taking over nigga guess i'm Kim Jung
Uh, niggas thinking that they up one
Choppas in the truck, you better go and duck, son
I could give a motherfuck bout what you did done
Cause now I′m taking over nigga guess i′m Kim Jung
The lyrics to Lil Nas X's song "Kim Jong" convey an emerging artist's self-assurance and resolve to take over the hip-hop industry. The rapper asserts his dominance, likening himself to North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un in the chorus, declaring he's "taking over." The song has a menacing vibe with its recurring theme of violence and guns with lyrics like "Choppas in the truck, you better go and duck, son," and "Bust ya motherfuckin cuticles."
In the second verse, Lil Nas X addresses his critics' sentiments about the state of modern rap, claiming most new rappers are "really wack" and proposing to take over and bring the fame back to a "humble rapper." He calls out "conscious niggas" always complaining about mumble rap while hypocritically spitting out garbage themselves. Lil Nas X notably references his upbringing in the projects and being the number one draft prospect. Through this song, Lil Nas X is demonstrating his lyrical skills and aggressive nature in the rap game.
Line by Line Meaning
Uh, niggas thinking that they up one
Other rappers believe they're ahead of me
Choppas in the truck, you better go and duck, son
I have armed men with me who will shoot anyone who opposes me
I could give a motherfuck bout what you did done
I don't care about your past accomplishments
Cause now I'm taking over nigga guess i'm Kim Jung
I am now in control, like the leader of North Korea
30 niggas with me and they shooting too
Nigga they will shoot at you
Thus leaving you dead
I have a large, armed entourage who will kill you if you cross me
Bust ya mathafuckin cuticles
Different color Gucci
Nigga I look like rubix cube
I have expensive and flashy clothes, and my appearance is attention-grabbing
Putting fake niggas on trial
Like the crucible, delusional niggas
Thinking they up next, that's a shame
Cause they name ain′t Lil Nas C
I will expose and shame other fake rappers who think they're next in line for success, but they'll never be as good as me
Young nigga, I was raised in the projects
In the draft, I′m the number 1 prospect
I come from a rough background, but I am the top prospect in the rap game
Think i was meant for this rappin' shit
Cause all the new niggas sent really wack as shit
I believe I was born to be a rapper, because all the new rappers are terrible
Maybe if I change the game
I′ll aim at lame niggas brains
And take the fame off they names
Then I'll give it back
To a motherfuckin' humble rapper
I want to revolutionize the rap game by targeting and taking down bad rappers, and then giving fame back to more deserving ones
Conscious niggas always talking ′bout them mumble rappers
Like y′all shit can't be trash too
You niggas be wack too
Pussy fuck ya past, oh
You niggas gassed
I find it hypocritical when conscious rappers criticize mumble rappers, because they can have bad music too; I don't care about your past accomplishments and think you're overly confident
My check better be getting to me
Or I′m wetting necks of niggas who didn't give it to me
Don′t expect no respect, I never give it truly
Switch the pivot gotta get it, that's how I′m living, ooowee
If I don't receive my payment for my music, I will hurt those who owe me; I don't show respect to those who don't show it to me; I constantly change tactics to keep succeeding
Uh, niggas thinking that they up one
Choppas in the truck, you better go and duck, son
I could give a motherfuck bout what you did done
Cause now I′m taking over nigga guess i′m Kim Jung
Other rappers believe they're ahead of me, but I have armed men with me who will shoot anyone who opposes me; I don't care about your past accomplishments; I am now in control, like the leader of North Korea
Contributed by Jayce R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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[Chorus]
Uh, niggas thinking that they up one
Choppas in the truck, you better go and duck, son
I could give a motherfuck 'bout what you did done
'Cause now I'm taking over, nigga, guess I'm Kim Jong
Uh, niggas thinking that they up one
Choppas in the truck, you better go and duck, son
I could give a motherfuck 'bout what you did done
'Cause now I'm taking over, nigga, guess I'm Kim Jong
[Verse 1]
Thirty niggas with me and they shooting too
Nigga, they will shoot at you
Thus leaving you dead
Bust ya mathafuckin cuticles
Different color Gucci
Nigga I look like Rubik's cube
Putting fake niggas on trial
Like the crucible, delusional niggas
Thinking they up next, that's a shame
'Cause they name ain't Lil Nas X
Young nigga, I was raised in the projects
In the draft, I'm the number one prospect
[Chorus]
Uh, niggas thinking that they up one
Choppas in the truck, you better go and duck, son
I could give a motherfuck 'bout what you did done
'Cause now I'm taking over, nigga, guess I'm Kim Jong
Uh, niggas thinking that they up one
Choppas in the truck, you better go and duck, son
I could give a motherfuck 'bout what you did done
'Cause now I'm taking over, nigga, guess I'm Kim Jong
[Verse 2]
Think I was meant for this rappin' shit
'Cause all the new niggas sent really wack as shit
Maybe if I change the game
I'll aim at lame niggas brains
And take the fame off they names
Then I'll give it back
To a motherfuckin' humble rapper
Conscious niggas always talking 'bout them mumble rappers
Like y'all shit can't be trash too
You niggas be wack too
Pussy fuck ya past, oh
You niggas gassed
My check better be getting to me
Or I'm wetting necks of niggas who didn't give it to me
Don't expect no respect, I never give it truly
Switch the pivot gotta get it, that's how I'm living, ooh-wee
[Chorus]
Uh, niggas thinking that they up one
Choppas in the truck, you better go and duck, son
I could give a motherfuck 'bout what you did done
'Cause now I'm taking over, nigga, guess I'm Kim Jong
Uh, niggas thinking that they up one
Choppas in the truck, you better go and duck, son
I could give a motherfuck 'bout what you did done
'Cause now I'm taking over, nigga, guess I'm Kim Jong
amanda jackson
As a Fiona apple fan I am impressed how her music is used in a rap song.
InspiredLunacy
This is the proper attitude towards this whole "controversy". She's a longtime legend and he's an up and coming one. I hope they do a proper collab soon 😁💖
wowowowowo owo wuts dis
@InspiredLunacy Funny thing is, Lil nas x asked for an collab with Fiona, and Fiona said she would like to do it. maybe this is why u said this but coincidences happen
InspiredLunacy
@wowowowowo owo wuts dis 😳 this is actual brand new information but this just made my weekend thank u 😊😀😁
Acerock
"In a rap beat" correct yourself
Jane Bucs Fan
I love his diverse interest and use of music.
lea
WHERE'S HER MONEY YOU CUTE LITTLE GUY WHERE'S HER MONEY
Rvby
Lol
etotheipi42
It’s a mixtape…there is no money…it’s put out free…like duhh
Jack
@etotheipi42it was a joke from the start