Rainbows
Madvillain Madlib & MF DOOM Lyrics
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Til you, be fresh out of clout (fresh water trout)
Rumors that he got a mouth on the street (somebody tell him yo)
You know, you best to watch out (watch your back nigga)
Who knows, who is watchin in (streets is watchin you)
Hope, they donβ²t know (they don't know nothin)
As much he thinks, they know
Rat butt, she winks, rainbows
Loser, was twice in the fed (comin home son)
User, whose nice in the head (where that shit at bitch)
Choose to, entice him with bread (get paid son)
Air him, they said he was ex-pen-dable (dead him dunn)
Air him, thereβ²s no witnesses (tell 'em the B.I.)
Dare him, they said he was ex-pen-dable (dead 'em dunn)
Air him, thereβ²s no witnesses (tell β²em the B.I.)
You know, you best to watch out (watch your back nigga)
Who knows, who is watchin in (nosey yo)
Hope, they don't know (they donβ²t know nothin)
As much he thinks, they know
That what, he drinks, is Drano
Rat butt, she winks, rainbows
This Villain was a ruthless mass conquerer
With aspirations to dominate the universe
In "Rainbows," MF DOOM and Madlib (as Madvillain) caution listeners to be mindful of those around them and to protect themselves from danger. The song speaks to a sense of vulnerability and paranoia, urging listeners to be constantly vigilant because someone might be watching them. The lyrics "You know, you best to watch out / Til you, be fresh out of clout" advise caution and suggest that one's influence or power can be fleeting.
The reference to "fresh water trout" is an allusion to the idea of a precious commodity that can quickly become depleted or scarce. This metaphor highlights the fragility of power and how one's position can easily be toppled. The following line "Rumors that he got a mouth on the street / You know, you best to watch out" speaks to the danger of gossip and rumors that can spread quickly to damage a person's reputation.
The chorus of the song ("Hope they don't know / As much he thinks, they know / That what he drinks is Drano / Rat butt, she winks, rainbows") suggests a sense of disillusionment and despair. The phrase "what he drinks is Drano" is a metaphor for self-destruction or engaging in harmful behaviors. The line "Rat butt, she winks, rainbows" is a cryptic phrase that adds to the song's sense of paranoia and confusion.
Line by Line Meaning
You know, you best to watch out (watch your back nigga)
Be cautious and aware of any potential danger or threats
Til you, be fresh out of clout (fresh water trout)
Until you lose all your power and influence
Rumors that he got a mouth on the street (somebody tell him yo)
There are rumors spreading about him and his reputation
Who knows, who is watchin in (streets is watchin you)
It's hard to know who's keeping an eye on you and observing your actions
Hope, they donβ²t know (they don't know nothin)
I hope they are not aware of certain information or secrets
As much he thinks, they know
Despite what he believes, they actually do know
That what, he drinks, is Drano
He consumes something harmful and dangerous
Rat butt, she winks, rainbows
A reference to an unknown female and her actions
Loser, was twice in the fed (comin home son)
A person who has been to jail or prison multiple times
User, whose nice in the head (where that shit at bitch)
Someone who is addicted to drugs or substance abuse
Choose to, entice him with bread (get paid son)
To offer someone money or something of value to get them to do something
Air him, they said he was ex-pen-dable (dead him dunn)
To kill someone because they are seen as disposable or expendable
Air him, thereβ²s no witnesses (tell 'em the B.I.)
To commit a murder or act of violence without any witnesses present
Dare him, they said he was ex-pen-dable (dead 'em dunn)
To challenge or provoke someone who is seen as disposable or expendable
You know, you best to watch out (watch your back nigga)
Be cautious and aware of any potential danger or threats
Who knows, who is watchin in (nosey yo)
It's hard to know who's keeping an eye on you and observing your actions
Hope, they don't know (they donβ²t know nothin)
I hope they are not aware of certain information or secrets
As much he thinks, they know
Despite what he believes, they actually do know
That what, he drinks, is Drano
He consumes something harmful and dangerous
Rat butt, she winks, rainbows
A reference to an unknown female and her actions
This Villain was a ruthless mass conquerer
A description of a super-villain with aspirations of domination
With aspirations to dominate the universe
A goal to achieve absolute power over everything
Writer(s): Thompson Daniel Dumile, Jackson Otis
Contributed by Ellie C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@fonkyman
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every last LSD trip i have had as well as chrooms and peyote.. i have never after 30 mins been able to deal with a fucking keyboard computer internet and youtube al at the same time im hardly able to walk because of the intense visuals and other effects...
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@subzero.5725
You know, you best to watch out (watch your back nigga)
Til you, be fresh out of clout (fresh water trout)
Rumors (out of water) that he got a mouth on the street (somebody tell him yo)
You know, you best to watch out (watch your back nigga)
Who knows, who is watchin in (streets is watchin you)
Hope, they don't know (they don't know nothin)
As much he thinks, they know
That what, he drinks, is Drano
Rat butt, she winks, rainbows
Loser, was twice in the fed (comin home son)
User, whose nice in the head (where that shit at bitch)
Choose to, entice him with bread (get paid son)
Air him, they said he was ex-pen-dable (dead him dunn)
Air him, there's no witnesses (tell 'em the B.I.)
Dare him, they said he was ex-pen-dable (dead 'em dunn)
Air him, there's no witnesses (tell 'em the B.I.)
You know, you best to watch out (watch your back nigga)
Who knows, who is watchin in (nosey yo)
Hope, they don't know (they don't know nothin)
As much he thinks, they know
That what, he drinks, is Drano
Rat butt, she winks, rainbows
This Villain was a ruthless mass conquerer
With aspirations to dominate the universe
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@jasonmontecalvo9574
this is literally a comic in song form
@sumthingnvm0
Fr, it's has this 60s feeling too or early morning cartoon superhero theme
@zackzallie8735
the whole album gives me 8 am saturday cartoons vibe. A total masterpiece.
@intercoursehandguns851
Doom encapsulated that very well. He's great with storytelling and painting the scene.
@ohianaw
the production helps with that feeling too
@beepst
The whole album is. To be honest, the whole MF DOOM discography is like a comic!
@trash_bender420
The production on this song is fucking amazing
@josiahweber6121
so true
@medotata5356
album*
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