The Mission
Lyre le temps Lyrics

Am I looking like this?
Questioning whether or not the singer is projecting a certain image.

Tell me, am I looking like this?
Requesting assurance or confirmation of their projected image.

No not at all, you can't control,
Dismissing the notion that anyone has the power to control the singer's projected image.

You think I'm showy but I'm not at all.
Challenging the perception that the artist is flashy or ostentatious.

In my world swing is swag,
Expressing the artist's perspective that stylishness and good taste are reflected in a swing music aesthetic.

Do you understand what I'm talking about?
Asking if the listener understands the singer's point of view on style and image.

I'm wearing some bling-bling made by Gucci,
Describing the singer's luxury attire as a symbol of status and wealth.

Riding a 3 0 5 ferrari.
Boasting about driving a high-end sports car.

Cross me somewhere in the street,
Warning strangers that they should not approach the artist.

Maybe I would just look at your feet,
Suggesting that the artist would judge someone based on the quality of their shoes.

Without a 300-dollar pair of shoes,
Asserting that the singer values expensive footwear as a marker of high status.

Don't even think you're gonna talk to me, you're a fool.
Dismissing the idea that anyone without the artist's level of wealth and status is worthy of their attention.

You can cry, or maybe you can die.
Threatening potential detractors with punishment for questioning the singer's authority.

Okay you won't die, but we know you will cry.
Modifying the previous line to sound less extreme, but still menacing.

Man, I'm just way too far,
Asserting that the singer is beyond the comprehension or understanding of others.

I can't explain to you.
Claiming that the artist's greatness cannot be adequately conveyed to others.

I'm just too good for you.
Further emphasizing the artist's superiority over others.

You are more stupid than my dog.
Insulting someone by implying that they are dumber than a pet animal.

Have you got my shit?
Demanding to know if someone has something of the singer's that they want back.

You look as ugly as a frog.
Insulting someone's appearance by comparing them to an animal that is commonly considered unattractive.

You have no subject when you talk.
Suggesting that someone is boring, uninteresting, or lacks intelligence.

I'm so clever, got it locked.
Asserting that the artist is highly intelligent and has everything under control.

I was kidding; I've never worn no Gucci.
Admitting that the singer was not telling the truth about wearing expensive luxury attire earlier in the song.

I'm a badass, not a douchebag, sorry.
Conceding that the artist is tough and cool, but not a jerk.

Would you give me just one more chance,
Asking for an opportunity to prove that the singer is likable and deserving of respect.

So I can propose you up for one more dance.
Suggesting that the singer wants to create a positive social interaction, such as dancing with someone.

Tell me what you see if you look a bit closer,
Encouraging someone to see past the singer's tough exterior and look deeper at their character.

I'm a good guy not some kind of fucker.
Revealing that the artist is actually a decent person, rather than the rude or confrontational persona that they initially projected.

Watch your mouth, leave the rest untold.
Warning someone not to say anything disrespectful or negative about the artist or their reputation.

I'm only nice, when I'm under control.
Admitting that the singer can be volatile or unpredictable, and suggesting that they are only kind when they are able to regulate their behavior.

Man, went a way too far,
Reflecting on the singer's behavior and suggesting that they may have gone too far in certain situations.

I'm just as good as you.
Reassuring others that the artist is their equal, despite their previous displays of arrogance or boastfulness.