THAT'S A JOKE
NF Lyrics

I'm not on your radar? Then your radar's broke
If you're not noticing me, it's because there's something wrong with your judgment

Don't blame me for the way y'alls jokes
Don't fault me for the failure of your jokes

Fall flat, get your mouth slapped, ain't no hoax
Your jokes are unsuccessful and deserving of criticism, it's not a joke

I get an inkling, they picked me for the weak link
I have a feeling they singled me out as the one who is easily targeted

I'm gonna have to pose A question for the ones that don't accept that I've been exceptional
I will need to ask those who refuse to acknowledge my greatness a thought-provoking question

'Cause the moment I get involved is the moment a song takes off
As soon as I participate in a song, it rapidly gains popularity

So how could you think I wouldn't last long in a game That I was made to play? What do y'all take me for?
Why would you doubt my longevity in a field where I excel? How little respect do you have for me?

When I do come back to tour, it'll be Christmas morning
When I return to touring, it will be a joyous occasion

In a way 'cause I'ma wake up with a present so big, they'll jump for joy
Metaphorically, I will receive such a tremendous gift that it will cause everyone to celebrate

Yeah, let it be known, I'm better when I'm outta control
I perform at my best when I am unrestricted and unrestrained

I can not be the butt of a joke
I refuse to be the subject of a joke that belittles me

I'm cutting in the front of you posers talkin' like you really a pro
I am surpassing all the pretenders who pretend to be professionals

When you ain't even part of the convo
You are not even involved in the conversation

Nothin' but an amateur, I'll slow down when I want it colossal
You're nothing more than an inexperienced beginner, and I'll only slow down when I accomplish something monumental

Only way to put it if I chose
The only way to express it, if I decide to do so

I could be bigger, maybe consider it a bit if it was helpin' you all To comprehend, you condescend (you're gone)
I could achieve even greater success, but only if it benefited others' understanding. If you continue to be condescending, you will be left behind

Incompetent, the consequences (are)
You are incapable, and you will face the repercussions

Hard to miss, it's common sense (I'm on)
It's obvious, it's basic logic, and I'm succeeding

One, so wrap your head around it (or)
You need to comprehend and accept this fact

I might have to get up off the porch
I may need to take action and leave my comfort zone

Show you how it's done, I got the form
I will demonstrate the proper way to do things, I possess the necessary skills

Power trippin' on me, get destroyed
If you try to exert power over me, you will be defeated

Pull the plug, I'm rollin' up your cord
I will cut off your control, rendering you ineffective

Fool me once, shame on you
If you deceive me once, it's your fault

Fool me twice, shame on you (on you)
If you deceive me twice, it's still your fault

Fool me three times, hold up, rewind That's not even possible
If you deceive me three times, it's not even conceivable

Me, I keep it honorable (okay)
I always act in a respectable and honest manner

Who's your favorite? Let me know (let me know)
Tell me who you consider to be your favorite

Tally up, count the votes
Add up the scores and determine the winner

Wasn't me? That's a joke
If I'm not the winner, it's a laughing matter because I should be

Funny, yeah, that's a joke (joke)
Amusing, yes, it's a joke

That's a, that's a joke (joke)
That's right, it's a joke

Funny, woo, that's a joke (joke)
Hilarious, wow, it's a joke

That's a, that's a joke (joke)
That's right, it's a joke

Funny, ayy, that's a joke
Humorous, hey, it's a joke

Yeah, I took a minute now, I'm at the better end of all of it
I took some time, but now I'm in a more favorable position

The day I wanna quit'll be a bitter one to swallow
If I ever want to give up, it will be a difficult decision to accept

'Cause I meant it when I said I wasn't really into audibles
When I claimed that I wasn't interested in engaging in arguments, I was sincere

I guess you gotta call 'em when your odds are at the bottom
I suppose you have to challenge your critics when your chances of success are low

And it's stackin' up against you, it's a pity, but they gotta give a nod to me
When the odds are against you, it's unfortunate, but people have to recognize and acknowledge my talent

I'm runnin' with the best, I been the kind to make a profit Off of everything that you told me was impossible
I am associating with the most talented individuals and I have managed to succeed in everything you deemed impossible

So why would you continue with the narrative And not admit I'm someone incredible, look of a general
Why do you persist with the story that undermines my incredible abilities? I possess the aura and qualities of a leader

Hit 'em with the end of shovel, they wanna forget it
I figuratively strike them with the end of a shovel, and they want to ignore or dismiss it

I put 'em on the ground and I get up and open the pit of my stomach To remind 'em again I'm a whole different animal
I bring them down and rise up, revealing my inner strength and reminding them that I am unique and ferocious

Whatever the case, I'ma get it, I'm in it, no doubt, I would give it Everything if I gotta, but not if the commas Are pushin' me to run with the common, the jokin' aside
No matter the circumstances, I will achieve success. I'm fully committed, and I would do anything necessary, except compromise my artistic integrity for financial gain. Let's put the joking aside

If you took away the dummies and bias, you'll notice that I'm insane (insane)
If you eliminate the ignorant and biased opinions, you will recognize that I am exceptionally talented (insane)

Improved a lot, but I still feel It's hard to keep my lid from poppin' off, but I prevail
I've made significant progress, but I still struggle to control my anger/frustration, yet I continue to succeed

How you gonna skip over the details And tell me to be focused? Hold that thought
How can you overlook the specifics and then advise me to concentrate? Pause and reconsider your statement

Don't tell me you mean well if you don't mean well
Don't claim that you have good intentions if your intentions aren't truly genuine

I call the shots, but don't need my hand held
I make the decisions, but I don't require assistance or guidance

When it comes to makin' records Who you know that does that better?
When it comes to creating music, do you know anyone who does it better?

The way I connect letters You'd think that the alphabet was made by me
The way I string words together and create cohesion in my lyrics is so impressive that one would assume I invented the alphabet

When it comes to storytellin', I'm great at it
When it comes to narrating stories, I excel

Tune in or get tuned out, my face got redder
Pay attention or be excluded, my frustration intensifies

'Cause I'm embarrassed for the ones unaware of my work
I feel embarrassed on behalf of those who are uninformed about my accomplishments

What, did I stutter?
Did I have difficulty speaking? No, I didn't

Known to be cordial But those that think that never seen me in a war zone
People may perceive me as polite/pleasant, but they have never witnessed me in a confrontational or intense situation

My delivery gets better every time I spit
My performance and execution improve with each rap

I don't keep my sword low
I don't conceal my talent or hold back

Tell me why would I do that?
Why would I choose to do so?

Doesn't make sense when you're in a game this cutthroat
It doesn't make sense to hold back when you're in such a competitive and ruthless industry

If you wanna maintain control, then you gotta keep up
If you want to remain in charge, you must keep up with the pace

If you can't handle the workload
If you are unable to handle the demands

Somebody else will
Someone else will take your place

How could you call me unskilled?
How dare you label me as lacking in skill?

That's like lookin' at Mount Everest and then calling it a small hill
That's comparable to seeing Mount Everest and referring to it as a minor hill

Not at all thrilled, I'm in awe still
I'm not even slightly pleased, in fact, I'm still amazed

Tryin' not to laugh, but it just spills
I attempt to resist laughing, but it involuntarily escapes

Out sometimes, I been writin' chill
Occasionally, my lyrics have a relaxed and calm tone

Just chew on this 'til the record's built, okay
Just contemplate this until the album is completed, alright

Funny, ayy, that's a joke (joke)
Amusing, hey, it's a joke

That's a, that's a joke (joke)
That's correct, it's a joke

Funny, woo, that's a joke (joke)
Hilarious, wow, it's a joke

That's a, that's a joke (joke)
That's right, it's a joke

Funny, ayy, that's a joke
Humorous, hey, it's a joke