Kitchen
Micahtron Lyrics
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Aroma in the air that shit smell so delicious
Wash ya hands eat
And then wash the dishes
That's when life was good
But now the shit ridiculous
Running round the hood my hands was hella dirty
Wash the dishes
Clean the kitchen
Do the laundry
House phone popping all the bitches calling
Wish I can get it like that
Page me I'm hitting you back
Dial up the internet jam
No internet damn
I'm back in the street with the fam
Connecting and shaking they hands but
VCR turned into DVR and then
Insecurities turned into repertoire
With records and CDs and streams and things
I can't keep up with the means of things
Follow me, follow me, follow me, follow me
Lock me like alone with these demons please
Speaking of demons please
They pulling my Jesus piece
Oh the indecency
If I could go back
And clean up my act
I get back to easy things
The easy things like
Mama in the kitchen cooking up the chicken
Aroma in the air that shit smell so delicious
Wash ya hands eat
And then wash the dishes
That's when life was good
But now the shit ridiculous
Super soakers in the yard on Sunday morning
Dominoes and 40 ounces
Keep em coming
Church bells ringing mama say I'm going (Think I'm going)
Hallelujah to the lord while she smoking
Skate or I bike or I'm jumping the bus
I seen some shit I can't really discuss
I know some niggas I really can't trust
The midst of it all I was tryna grow up
I was tryna grow up but
PlayStation turned into metronomes
Radio cassette tapes and microphones
Started to stick to this rapping thing
Like I can used to get used to this easily
Follow me, follow me, follow me, follow me
Lock me alone with these demons please
Speaking of demons please
They pulling my Jesus piece
Oh the indecency
If I could go back
And clean up my act
I get back to easy things
The easy things like
Mama in the kitchen cooking up the chicken
Aroma in the air that shit smell so delicious
Wash ya hands eat
And then wash the dishes
That's when life was good
But now the shit ridiculous
The song "Kitchen" by Micahtron reflects on the nostalgic memories of simpler times and highlights the contrast to the challenging present. The lyrics evoke the image of Mama cooking chicken in the kitchen, emitting a delicious aroma that symbolizes the comfort and satisfaction found in the past. Washing hands, eating, and then washing dishes solidifies the ritualistic nature of daily life and emphasizes a sense of order and contentment.
However, as the song progresses, the narrative shifts, revealing a sense of struggle and a departure from the idyllic past. The mention of dirty hands and the urgency to eat at a specific time suggest a hectic and chaotic environment. The laundry and the constant phone calls from admirers hint at the demands and distractions of contemporary life. The absence of internet connectivity represents a disconnect from the world, forcing the singer to return to the streets and reconnect with their roots.
As the singer reflects on their journey, they express a desire to return to the simpler times again, referencing outdated technologies such as VCRs, cassette tapes, and CDs. This longing for nostalgia reflects a dissatisfaction with the fast-paced and ever-changing modern world. The phrase "follow me, follow me, follow me, follow me" could indicate the pressure to conform and keep up with societal expectations.
The mention of demons suggests internal struggles and the loss of personal connection or spiritual guidance. The reference to a Jesus piece being pulled signifies the loss of faith or values. Despite these challenges, the singer yearns to go back in time and clean up their act, returning to the easy things like Mama cooking in the kitchen and the comfort it brings. The repetition of the chorus serves as a reminder of the stark contrast between past and present, emphasizing the sentiment that life has become ridiculous when compared to those simpler times.
Line by Line Meaning
Mama in the kitchen cooking up the chicken
My mother is preparing a meal by cooking chicken in the kitchen
Aroma in the air that shit smell so delicious
The delightful smell of the food fills the air and is very enticing
Wash ya hands eat
Before eating, it is important to wash your hands to maintain hygiene
And then wash the dishes
After finishing the meal, one should clean up by washing the dishes
That's when life was good
During those moments, life felt positive and enjoyable
But now the shit ridiculous
However, the current situation has become absurd and difficult
Running round the hood my hands was hella dirty
I used to wander around the neighborhood with dirty hands
But I know it's time to eat at 7:30
Nevertheless, I was aware that it was dinner time, usually around 7:30
Wash the dishes
After dinner, it was important to clean up by washing the dishes
Clean the kitchen
Additionally, I had to ensure the kitchen was tidy and orderly
Do the laundry
There were other household chores to take care of, such as doing the laundry
House phone popping all the bitches calling
The house phone rang constantly with people, particularly women, trying to reach me
Wish I can get it like that
I longed for the ability to attract attention and popularity like that
Page me I'm hitting you back
If someone paged me, I would promptly respond by contacting them
Dial up the internet jam
Using a dial-up connection, I would access the internet to enjoy music
No internet damn
However, there were moments when the internet was not available, which was frustrating
I'm back in the street with the fam
In those times, I would return to the streets to hang out with my friends and community
Connecting and shaking they hands but
During those interactions, I would connect with others and greet them by shaking hands
VCR turned into DVR and then
Technological advancements led to the transition from VCRs to DVRs for recording television shows
Insecurities turned into repertoire
My personal insecurities transformed into a collection of skills and talents
With records and CDs and streams and things
I encountered various forms of music consumption, including records, CDs, and music streaming
I can't keep up with the means of things
However, I struggled to keep pace with the ever-changing ways of doing things
Super soakers in the yard on Sunday morning
On Sunday mornings, we would enjoy playing with super soaker water guns in the yard
Dominoes and 40 ounces
We would also engage in recreational activities like playing dominoes and consuming 40-ounce alcoholic beverages
Keep em coming
We would continue to engage in these activities by repeating them and having more of the drinks
Church bells ringing mama say I'm going (Think I'm going)
When the church bells rang, my mother would inform me that it was time to attend the church service (I think I'm going)
Hallelujah to the lord while she smoking
My mother would express praise and gratitude to the Lord while smoking
Skate or I bike or I'm jumping the bus
To get around, I would utilize various modes of transportation such as skateboarding, biking, or taking the bus
I seen some shit I can't really discuss
I have witnessed and experienced certain events that are too sensitive to openly talk about
I know some niggas I really can't trust
I am acquainted with individuals whom I have genuine reasons not to trust
The midst of it all I was tryna grow up
In the midst of these circumstances, I was attempting to mature and transition into adulthood
PlayStation turned into metronomes
As time passed, playing video games on PlayStation gave way to focusing on musical timing using metronomes
Radio cassette tapes and microphones
The mediums for experiencing music shifted from radio and cassette tapes to utilizing microphones for recording and performance
Started to stick to this rapping thing
I began to develop a strong attachment to pursuing a career in hip-hop and rapping
Like I can used to get used to this easily
It felt natural for me to adapt and become accustomed to the lifestyle and demands of being a rapper
Follow me, follow me, follow me, follow me
I want others to come along and support me on my journey by following my lead
Lock me alone with these demons please
I wish to be isolated in order to confront and overcome my personal demons
Speaking of demons please
Continuing the topic of demons, please let's talk about it
They pulling my Jesus piece
My symbolic necklace representing Jesus is being forcibly taken away from me
Oh the indecency
This act of theft is highly inappropriate and disrespectful
If I could go back
If it were possible for me to return to the past
And clean up my act
I would make the necessary changes to improve my behavior and actions
I get back to easy things
I would regain a sense of simplicity and ease in life
The easy things like
Engaging in straightforward and uncomplicated activities
Mama in the kitchen cooking up the chicken
My mother is once again preparing a meal by cooking chicken in the kitchen
Aroma in the air that shit smell so delicious
The enticing and delightful smell of the food fills the air once more
Wash ya hands eat
Before eating, it is important to wash your hands for hygiene
And then wash the dishes
After enjoying the meal, the responsibility of cleaning up by washing the dishes follows
That's when life was good
During those moments, life felt positive and enjoyable
But now the shit ridiculous
However, the current situation has become absurd and difficult once again
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Tramicah Dempsey
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