LF95
Lupe Fiasco Lyrics

I got this beat off Twitter
The beat was discovered on Twitter

Let me show you how I did it though
The artist wants to explain his process for creating the beat

First, I took a screen record, went to GarageBand
The artist recorded the beat and edited it using GarageBand

Then I had to export the QuickTime file for audio only
The artist had to separate the audio from the video

Then I dumped it in the Band, looped it up, hope you understand
The artist put the audio in a loop to create the beat

That's just process, now currently I'm thinkin' 'bout what to say
The artist is explaining his creative process and is now focused on writing lyrics

Another day in Coronavirus, hope we never touch like papyrus and a stylus
The artist reflects on the pandemic and hopes to avoid getting sick

Old school meets new school, don't want to waste your time
The artist wants to merge different styles of music without being boring

Let's skirt the issue like a tutu
The artist wants to avoid addressing a controversial topic

I was thinking of moving the IG Live over to, to YouTube
The artist plans on switching social media platforms for a live performance

As you view the ship-shape, Carnivale bar, even the cruise knew who's who
The artist reflects on his success and popularity within the music industry

Prove three, that's what you'll do when there's nobody else left to prove to
The artist urges others to push themselves to prove their worth

We go back like Just Blaze made beats for the 2-Way
The artist and his friend have a long history together

Back then I used to do it for the hoorays
The artist used to make music for the applause and recognition

Last night I posted up a pic of me, Cole and Toure
The artist shared a photo of himself with friends

At the Grammys with the matriarchs of our families
The artist and his friends attended the Grammy Awards with their mothers

Every once in a while a rapper ask how can he become S.O.S.A. like Sammy
Other rappers look up to the artist and want to be successful like him

Rest in peace Fred, rest in peace Versus
The artist's friends who have passed away are remembered

I hope you both wrapped around some wings like the recipe at Church's
The artist hopes his friends are at peace and enjoying a comforting meal

That might have been too deep for the devils, should have never gave us shovels
The artist's lyrics may be too intellectual for some audiences

Don't kick pebbles at rebels without schedules
Don't underestimate people who lack structure or seemingly have no plan

Lyrical stickler, young riddler
The artist is proud of his lyrical ability and enjoys creating puzzles in his lyrics

From Chicago, the Midwest, that don't get no middler
The artist hails from the Midwest and has a distinct sound

Kid 'n Play at that House Party, just know that my foot is light
The artist references a classic film and implies that he can dance well

Lori, from planet self-explanatory
The artist references a character named Lori who is easy to understand

It's all love, but sometimes you gotta chastise the shorties
The artist has love for others, but sometimes needs to correct them

Go in the house, kids, essential ventures only
Stay inside and only leave for essential reasons

And mask over the mouth kids, and if you didn't know me
Wear a mask to reduce the spread of the virus and protect others

Call me rap Anthony Fauci, that black blackity grouchy mouthpiece
The artist references a well-known doctor and humorously compares himself to him

Ramadan breath, prayer rug pointed at Saudi
The artist references Islamic practices and traditions

Tuck it in the square up, get reacquainted with your hairbrush
The artist encourages people to groom themselves and take pride in their appearance

That landed suitably, worded beautifully
The artist is pleased with the way his lyrics came together

They heard that I was sick, now they herd immunity
The artist references the term 'herd immunity' and plays with words

Choose wisely, you can use this time to be in shape or eat a cake
Make good choices with your time and prioritize your health

Tonight, I might post a picture of me and Drake
The artist may share a photo of himself with another artist

War, I guess 'cause it's on the album I gotta give you more
The artist feels compelled to provide deeper lyrics because the song is on his album

To see the vein like narcissists in the mirror
The artist reflects on human nature and the tendency to be self-absorbed

I peep the game like cartridges and hard switches
The artist is observant and aware of the music industry

Freezers and glitches, I channel three, the trilateral commission
The artist makes references to technology and secret societies

My drive is for you to put your face in a hole like ostriches
The artist is determined to stand out and make an impact in the music industry

If you got a cough out, so LF95 is like a cough drop
The artist's music may provide relief and comfort like a cough drop

Meets Kafka, meets Bane
The artist references two fictional characters to describe his style

That's a birdie, let's keep playing
The artist uses a golf term to express his success and encourages others to continue working

Birdbox on a sunken ship full of coins
The artist uses imagery to convey a complex and layered metaphor

Enough raps, let's teach names
The artist is more concerned with educating and informing others than solely making music