Melt
Mac Miller feat. ScHoolboy Q Lyrics
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Pete Rock
Yeah
My cigarillo bigger than armadillos
I might go Schizo, pistol under the pillow
Abysmal, flow hot as fire and brimstone
Sonning these rappers, calling them kiddo, it's simple (simple)
In the dark my shadow colder than a groundhog's
So I'm eating Chinese food with the brown sauce
Fuck bitches, nothing but a hound dog
Count off to a million, do you have time?
Blast off when you lifted, have you been this high?
Drifting by, give time a kiss goodbye
'Cause I'm gone, I'll be back as soon as pigs can fly
I'm the first time Peyton, let the pigskin fly
It is I, now that's Tony lifting
My shit is addicting, aliens are listening
Listen to this
Why won't you let the rain (rain) clouds (clouds) melt (melt)?
Let the rain (rain) clouds (clouds) melt (melt)
Everybody let the rain (rain) clouds (clouds) melt (melt)
Why don't you let the rain (rain) clouds (clouds) melt (melt)
Back with Mac, yeah we mackin right
Court-side looking brain-fried
Black and white guy, tie dye
Two hoes, tight thighs, no rolls on the ta-ta's
Pre-roll's in my Prada, neck gold, I'm your fasha
Son niggas, I'm the one, here I come
Where your tongue came from?
The underground like we platinum
Start the car with my right thumb
See me in the ride, Backwood burnin'
Get green, smoke earnin'
So high, spitting on the sky, the extraterrestrial's have arrived
Passports, we fly by, no court time
Throw the peace sign, by the Chevy as a Nissan
Now you acting like a pussy
Furtherize the level that we took 'em
Bent my dick in your mouth, I'll hush 'em
Why won't you let the rain (rain) clouds (clouds) melt (melt)?
Let the rain (rain) clouds (clouds) melt (melt)
Everybody let the rain (rain) clouds (clouds) melt (melt)
Why don't you let the rain (rain) clouds (clouds) melt (melt)
That feel mellows, space cruisers a little funky
Take you back with medieval, cerebral, assault retrieval
If you're trying to get down, better call your people
Flow like you're walking down a Harlem needle
Sharp as steeples, this is an assault on evil
An assault on evil
Said this is an assault on evil
So get on the mother fucking ground!
The first verse of the song suggests that the singer is feeling on the edge, with their cigar size bigger than armadillos and a pistol under their pillow. The lyrics then highlight the singer’s confidence and superiority over other rappers, calling them “kiddo." The line “watching movies with the sound off” could indicate how the singer is able to tune out the noise and chaos of the world around them, a motif that is further developed in the chorus. Mac Miller seamlessly jumps into the second verse, where he and ScHoolboy Q offer a more laid-back, confident perspective on life, flaunting their success and confidently rapping about their lifestyle. The chorus emphasizes the idea of letting go and letting life take its course, allowing the “rain clouds to melt” and embracing the mellowness of life. The last line, which is shouted aggressively, adds a level of intensity to the song, ultimately symbolizing the powerful and invigorating force of music.
The song Melt featuring Mac Miller and ScHoolboy Q was released in June of 2013. It was featured on Mac Miller’s album “Watching Movies with the Sound Off.”
The song was produced by Pete Rock, an American record producer and rapper known for his work in the 1990s with rap and hip hop artists.
The album “Watching Movies With the Sound Off" was one that departed from Mac Miller's initial work that garnered him attention - it was seen as a major comeback album from the artist following the lukewarm reception of his debut year.
Mac Miller released the album through Rostrum Records, Skam Artist, and Warner Bros. Records.
“Melt'' speaks passionately about self-discovery and not being afraid to embrace it - this approach was seen by fans as a major change for the artist who was previously known for his light-hearted Rap style.
ScHoolboy Q is an American rapper known for his work with the American hip hop group Black Hippy). Alongside Kendrick Lamar, Ab-Soul, and Jay Rock.
The song was well-reviewed and seen as a critical success shaping Mac Miller’s career as he transitioned from the typical “college frat boy rapper” style into a more introspective and creative artist.
The popularity of this song encouraged numerous artists to produce their music in the same genre as “Melt,” and the song served as a blueprint for future states of the genre.
“Melt” was one of the few tracks on the album that received a video directed by Rex Arrow Films.
The chords for the song are as below:
F Major, F minor, A# Major, A minor, G minor, G Major, D Major, C Major, E flat Major
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, right here, or no, never mind
Indecisive statement about whether or not to proceed with the current course of action.
My cigarillo bigger than armadillos
My cigar is larger than an armadillo, emphasizing its size.
I might go Schizo, pistol under the pillow
I may become schizophrenic and paranoid, so I keep a gun under my pillow for protection.
Abysmal, flow hot as fire and brimstone
My rap style is very intense and passionate, like the fires of hell.
Sonning these rappers, calling them kiddo, it's simple (simple)
I easily surpass and outshine other rappers, dismissing them as nothing more than children.
I'm watching movies with the sound off
I'm watching movies with no sound, implying that music is more important than dialogue.
In the dark my shadow colder than a groundhog's
Even in darkness, my presence is perceptible and disquieting, like the winter emergence of a groundhog.
So I'm eating Chinese food with the brown sauce
I'm eating Chinese food, with emphasis on adding brown sauce.
Fuck bitches, nothing but a hound dog
Women are insignificant to me and are no better than hound dogs.
Count off to a million, do you have time?
Count up to one million, implying that time is endless.
Blast off when you lifted, have you been this high?
Experience such an intense high that you feel as though you are blasting off into space.
Drifting by, give time a kiss goodbye
Letting go of time and experiencing a sense of detached drifting.
'Cause I'm gone, I'll be back as soon as pigs can fly
I'm leaving and won't return until the impossible happens, such as pigs flying.
I'm the first time Peyton, let the pigskin fly
I'm like quarterback Peyton Manning, so I'm letting the ball (pigskin) fly at my concerts.
It is I, now that's Tony lifting
Tony Montana from Scarface, now I am lifting (getting high).
My shit is addicting, aliens are listening
My music is so addictive and captivating that even aliens might be listening.
Listen to this
Listen to my music, focusing the listener's attention.
Why won't you let the rain (rain) clouds (clouds) melt (melt)?
Asking why someone won't let go of their sadness and let the rain wash away their troubles.
Back with Mac, yeah we mackin right
I'm back with Mac Miller, and we're macking (flirting) with women successfully.
Court-side looking brain-fried
We're sitting court-side at a basketball game, appearing spaced out and high.
Black and white guy, tie dye
We come from different backgrounds (black and white), but our clothes indicate a shared appreciation for tie dye.
Two hoes, tight thighs, no rolls on the ta-ta's
We're with two women with toned legs and no excess body fat on their chests.
Pre-roll's in my Prada, neck gold, I'm your fasha
I keep pre-rolled joints in my Prada bag, and my gold chain indicates that I'm the boss (fasha).
Son niggas, I'm the one, here I come
I'm better and more successful than other rappers, establishing my dominance.
Where your tongue came from?
Asking where someone got the nerve to speak without authority.
The underground like we platinum
Our music is successful and appreciated like platinum records, despite being underground and not mainstream.
Start the car with my right thumb
I'm able to start my car with precision using just my thumb, demonstrating my coolness and skill.
See me in the ride, Backwood burnin'
I'm driving around with a Backwood cigar filled with marijuana and enjoying the ride in my car.
Get green, smoke earnin'
I'm making money (getting green) by smoking marijuana, implying that my passion and work ethic are paying off.
So high, spitting on the sky, the extraterrestrial's have arrived
I'm so high and imaginative that I'm spitting innovation even to the sky where aliens might be listening.
Passports, we fly by, no court time
We have passports and travel frequently, avoiding legal troubles and time in court.
Throw the peace sign, by the Chevy as a Nissan
I'm throwing up the peace sign as I pass by in my Chevy (a common car), even though my music is futuristic and innovative like a Nissan.
Now you acting like a pussy
You're behaving timidly and inappropriately, especially for a rapper or confident individual.
Furtherize the level that we took 'em
We're elevating our music to the next level and taking our listeners along for the ride.
Bent my dick in your mouth, I'll hush 'em
I'll shut up and silence anyone who challenges or questions me, even if it's with a crude and inappropriate comment.
That feel mellows, space cruisers a little funky
The music and vibe are relaxing and mellow, with a slight futuristic and quirky feel.
Take you back with medieval, cerebral, assault retrieval
The music takes you back in time to the medieval era, with an emphasis on mental exploration and an attack on those who refuse the challenge.
If you're trying to get down, better call your people
If you want to party or get involved, you better bring your friends and people along for the ride with you.
Flow like you're walking down a Harlem needle
Your flow should be smooth and effortless, like walking down a tall, narrow street in Harlem without falling or tripping.
Sharp as steeples, this is an assault on evil
My rhymes are sharp and powerful, and my mission through music is to combat evil and promote justice.
An assault on evil
Emphasizing the theme of combatting evil and darkness through music.
Said this is an assault on evil
Repeating the message about the importance and intensity of the music's message.
So get on the mother fucking ground!
Demanding respect and submission to the intensity and power of the music's message.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Malcolm McCormick, Quincy Hanley
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