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MF Doom; Kurious Lyrics


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He cleans his metal mask with gasoline, they after him
Last seen pulling chicks like a fiend pull a fast one
Can't put shit past him
Got niggas on his own team mad enough to blast him
Retarded in real life, on the mic Rain Man
Stand close to his main man like a chain gang
Who give a fuck about who or they fancy crew
That's no mystery that Hardy Boys do with Nancy Drew
Sorta with her drawers down quarter
The extorter bring slaughter like "Well I oughta"
I suggest you hand over the formula doula
A villain in your land, in his land a ruler
Hard hitting like puffing a woola with Lieutenant Uhura
Every day feel like it's an off day with Ferris Bueller
Brother pull heat to prove they not sweet
No matter how you spell it, we still got beats

Don't question how we live, question what we give
Take it to the next leave 'em where they can't see me
Still they judge, but they be butt ass
Twist that wig like a muppet, keep it simple, can't truss it
Light's the fuel, mic is the tool
Drink Jack, kick back, drop jewel, finish what I start
Mastered the art, living hell can't explain it
Inhale confuse it more, cop the .44
Contemplate, meditate, dictate
I direct my direct fate, coming of late
Kurious, can I say shit
Do it for CottleRock, do it for K.Nit
(RIP)
K-N-I-T, Sub R-O-C
(Eternally for M-I-C)
Only we save we

By candlelight my hand will write these rhymes 'til I'm burnt out
Mostly from experience, shit that I learned about
Topics and views, generally concerned about
With different ways to come up and earn clout
I take a look at my life and pace the trails
From Tablik and savage females with fake nails to face veils
You out your frame but still bagging 'em too
You know I know, these hoes be asking me if I'm you
Like my twin brother, we did everything together
From hundred raka'at salats to copping butter leathers
Remember when you went and got the dark blue Ballys
I had all the different color Cazals and Gazelles
The "SUBROC" three-finger ring with the ruby in the "O", ock
Truly the illest dynamic duo on the whole block




I keep a flick of you with the machete sword in your hand
Everything is going according to plan man

Overall Meaning

In the song, MF Doom and Kurious both rap about their experiences and views on life, with a focus on the struggles and hardships they have faced. The opening lines about cleaning a metal mask with gasoline suggest that MF Doom is preparing for some kind of battle, possibly related to the issues he describes in the subsequent verses. The line "Last seen pulling chicks like a fiend pull a fast one" could be interpreted as a reference to the fleeting nature of fame and success, which can disappear quickly if one is not careful. The rest of the first verse continues this theme of danger and betrayal, with references to people on Doom's "own team" who are "mad enough to blast him."


The second verse focuses more on the rappers' creative processes and their approach to making music. The line "Light's the fuel, mic is the tool" highlights the importance of creativity and inspiration in their work, while the references to "cop[ping] the .44" suggest a more violent side to their art. The repetition of the line "Only we save we" at the end of the verse reinforces the idea that the rappers rely on each other and their own abilities to succeed in the music industry.


Line by Line Meaning

He cleans his metal mask with gasoline, they after him
He cleans his signature metal mask with the highly flammable liquid, gasoline, in order to escape those who are pursuing him.


Last seen pulling chicks like a fiend pull a fast one
Last spotted seducing women with ease, similar to a drug addict executing a scam successfully.


Can't put shit past him
He is incredibly perceptive and cannot be easily fooled.


Got niggas on his own team mad enough to blast him
Even members of his own team are angry enough to potentially harm or kill him.


Retarded in real life, on the mic Rain Man
In real life, he struggles with mental disabilities, but when he performs on the microphone, he is like the character Rain Man, masterful and brilliant.


Stand close to his main man like a chain gang
He remains close to his closest ally, almost as if they are shackled together in a chain gang.


Who give a fuck about who or they fancy crew
He has no interest or concern for other people and their groups or associates.


That's no mystery that Hardy Boys do with Nancy Drew
Just like the popular detective series, the Hardy Boys work together to solve mysteries, and even include their female counterpart, Nancy Drew.


Sorta with her drawers down quarter
He is somewhat in control of a situation that has become vulnerable or compromised.


The extorter bring slaughter like "Well I oughta"
The one extorting others is killing them as if taking joy in it, as if saying "I should do this more often".


I suggest you hand over the formula doula
He advises someone to give up the formula or secret they are holding, using the term doula as slang for a protector or guardian who, in this case, is protecting the secret.


A villain in your land, in his land a ruler
He may be seen as a bad person in another's territory, but in his own, he holds power and control.


Hard hitting like puffing a woola with Lieutenant Uhura
His rhymes are heavy and effective, much like hitting a strong joint while in the company of Lieutenant Uhura, a powerful character from Star Trek.


Every day feel like it's an off day with Ferris Bueller
He feels like everyday is a day off, like the main character in the movie Ferris Bueller's Day Off.


Brother pull heat to prove they not sweet
Some people are quick to resort to violence to prove that they are tough or not weak.


No matter how you spell it, we still got beats
Regardless of how one tries to discredit or devalue them, they remain skilled and successful in creating music.


Don't question how we live, question what we give
Rather than scrutinizing their lifestyle, focus on the positive contributions and value they bring to the world.


Take it to the next leave 'em where they can't see me
They will continue to rise and succeed, leaving behind those who cannot keep up or recognize their greatness.


Still they judge, but they be butt ass
Despite facing criticism and judgement, those who oppose them are completely exposed and vulnerable.


Twist that wig like a muppet, keep it simple, can't truss it
Those who try to imitate or copy their style are unoriginal and unreliable, much like a muppet with a twisted wig.


Light's the fuel, mic is the tool
Their creativity and energy fuels their success, and the microphone is their primary instrument to express that creativity.


Drink Jack, kick back, drop jewel, finish what I start
They relax and drink Jack Daniels, while simultaneously sharing their knowledge and perspective with others, always completing what they set out to do.


Mastered the art, living hell can't explain it
They have perfected their skill and it is difficult to comprehend the hard work and dedication it took to achieve that level of success.


Inhale confuse it more, cop the .44
They choose to inhale and possibly further complicate their current situation, and even consider obtaining a .44 caliber gun for protection or retaliation.


Contemplate, meditate, dictate
They reflect and think deeply, making important decisions and assertions based on that inner exploration.


I direct my direct fate, coming of late
They are in control of their own destiny, even if they were a latecomer to the scene.


Kurious, can I say shit
They ask for permission to express themselves in the presence of Kurious, a fellow artist.


Do it for CottleRock, do it for K.Nit (RIP) K-N-I-T, Sub R-O-C (Eternally for M-I-C)
They are doing it for their friends and colleagues who have passed away, CottleRock, K.Nit, and Sub R-O-C. They continue to honor and remember their memory in their music, 'Eternally for M-I-C'.


Only we save we
The only ones who can truly help and protect each other are ourselves, and we must rely on each other to succeed.


By candlelight my hand will write these rhymes 'til I'm burnt out
They will continue to write and create music, dedicated to their craft and inspired by the light of a simple candle, even if it exhausts them.


Mostly from experience, shit that I learned about
They draw inspiration and write about their personal experiences and the lessons they have learned from them.


Topics and views, generally concerned about
Their music touches on a wide range of topics and perspectives that they care deeply about.


With different ways to come up and earn clout
They believe that there are many paths to achieving success and respect in the music industry, and are constantly seeking out new ways to build their reputation and influence.


I take a look at my life and pace the trails
They reflect on their life and their journey thus far, carefully considering the path they are on and deciding how to proceed.


From Tablik and savage females with fake nails to face veils
They have encountered a variety of different people and situations, from aggressive females with fake nails to those who wear face veils for cultural or religious reasons.


You out your frame but still bagging 'em too
It seems like they are exceeding their limits, yet they are still able to attract and impress women.


You know I know, these hoes be asking me if I'm you
Even though they have their own identity and reputation, women still mistake them for their friend and colleague, asking if they are the same person.


Like my twin brother, we did everything together
They are so close to their fellow artist that they feel like they are brothers and have done nearly everything together.


From hundred raka'at salats to copping butter leathers
They have experienced a wide range of different things, from performing a hundred prayers to buying expensive, high-quality leather jackets.


Remember when you went and got the dark blue Ballys I had all the different color Cazals and Gazelles
They recall a specific instance where their friend bought dark blue shoes, while they had various pairs of colorful designer sunglasses.


The "SUBROC" three-finger ring with the ruby in the "O", ock Truly the illest dynamic duo on the whole block
They reminisce about their friend's unique and impressive jewelry, and they believe that they are the best duo in their community.


I keep a flick of you with the machete sword in your hand
They keep a photo or image of their friend wielding a machete sword, possibly representing their strength and power.


Everything is going according to plan man
They are confident in their strategies and plans, and believe that everything is proceeding as it should be.




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