Smoke
Nakagawa Takuma A.K.A. Nobi Lyrics


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So much water you gone need a boat
And I smoked before I came so I do not need any smoke
You kno that I’m showing love music is a drug and these niggas fiends for the coke
You know I got it on me and it’s free fuck a fee and I got anything that you want
These niggas bozos and the flows cold like my feet in the snow
I raise the bar higher than polevault
Do not provoke that’s a reason to blow
These niggas don’t even know
I’m coming different
I tried to tell em but they do not listen
I had to lock myself up in the basement
Really I like to call that shit the kitchen
I got the recipe down to precision
The pen is the spatula flipping these pages till both sides are black enough
Turn this down don’t wanna over cook this shit
Then turn it up for the niggas that’s acting tough
Niggas be rapping but they do not rap enough
My voice a gun and you kno that I’m strapping up
Stacking these funds and you know that it’s adding up
Jamming us is gone be hard if you don’t got the force
I was like 12 years old wen I got out the house and I jumped off the porch
I treat the beat like a body so you might as well go and tally the corpse
The flow is so wavy I’m walking on water I really do not need a shore
Trust me my nigga I’m sure
So much water you gone need a boat
And I smoked before I came so I do not need any smoke
You kno that I’m showing love music is a drug and these niggas fiends for the coke
You know I got it on me and it’s free fuck a fee and I got anything that you want
I demand silence you niggas be talking too much
Don’t be saying shit using social media as a crutch
Hiding from self you high as elf
Really I think they be crying for help
Wen they trying to stunt
They be lying to self
You believe in the bluff
And that pry in your health
Trophies get to they head i keep mine on the shelf
Niggas gassed up
I tell em go get your cash up
Do not approach if you looking for smoke they gone have to come and pick yo ass up
Right off of the floor y’all be doing the most shit we innocent kids if you ask us
We don’t want no problems and if you don’t neither you might as well go back to ass up
I got the water like Fiji bitch I’m going up it ain’t easy to beat me
You gone need more than a squeegee I been cooking up this is only the preheat
Man this shit is easy
I got em jumping just know that I am always up to something
Only keep real niggas in my circumference
Jumped in that water and thought I was sunken
Now I’m jus floating no need for discussion
So much water you gone need a boat
And I smoked before I came so I do not need any smoke




You kno that I’m showing love music is a drug and these niggas fiends for the coke
You know I got it on me and it’s free fuck a fee and I got anything that you want

Overall Meaning

In Nakagawa Takuma A.K.A. Nobi's song Smoke, the rapper is confident and asserts his strengths. He starts by saying that there is so much water that one would need a boat. This is a metaphor that can mean a lot of things such as the current situation in the rapper's life is demanding, and he is willing to navigate it with ease. He also mentions that he smoked before coming, so he does not need any more smoke. Here, the smoke could refer to the negative energy that he will encounter, but he is already prepared for it.


In the next lines, he talks about his love for music, which is a drug, and people are fiends for coke. It means that music is something that people long for, and he has it within him. Also, he has everything that anyone needs, and he offers it without a fee. He mentions that his rap flows are bozos, and he raises the bars higher than pole vault, meaning he sets standards that are far beyond the norm.


In the last verses of the song, the rapper talks about his achievements and how he strives to remain humble. He urges people not to judge him by his appearance but rather by his skills as a rapper. In conclusion, the song is about focusing on oneself rather than envying others and that hard work and dedication can lead to success.


Line by Line Meaning

So much water you gone need a boat
There is a lot of success and accomplishments that requires a large team to achieve


And I smoked before I came so I do not need any smoke
I am already ahead of the game and don't need any assistance or help


You kno that I’m showing love music is a drug and these niggas fiends for the coke
I am sharing my love of music, which is my drug of choice, and other artists are addicted to fame and money


You know I got it on me and it’s free fuck a fee and I got anything that you want
I have everything you need and can provide it for free without any hidden fees


These niggas bozos and the flows cold like my feet in the snow
Other artists are inferior and their rhymes are not as impressive as mine


I raise the bar higher than polevault
I am pushing myself and others to reach new heights of success and creativity


Do not provoke that’s a reason to blow
Do not mess with me or try to start any trouble, as I will retaliate


These niggas don’t even know
Other artists are clueless and do not understand how to achieve success


I’m coming different
My approach and style is unique and not like any other artist


I tried to tell em but they do not listen
I have tried to share my knowledge and wisdom, but others do not heed my advice


I had to lock myself up in the basement
I had to focus and work hard on my craft in isolation to reach my level of success


Really I like to call that shit the kitchen
I view my creative space as a place to cook up new ideas and create something great


I got the recipe down to precision
I have perfected my craft and know how to create something great every time


The pen is the spatula flipping these pages till both sides are black enough
I am constantly writing and perfecting my craft until it is just right


Turn this down don’t wanna over cook this shit
I am careful not to overdo it and ruin a good thing


Then turn it up for the niggas that’s acting tough
Once it's just right, I am ready to show off my skills to those who are doubting me


Niggas be rapping but they do not rap enough
Other artists are not putting in enough effort to truly succeed in their craft


My voice a gun and you kno that I’m strapping up
My words and rhymes are powerful and I am always ready to use them


Stacking these funds and you know that it’s adding up
I am accumulating wealth and success through my hard work and dedication


Jamming us is gone be hard if you don’t got the force
You cannot stop us from succeeding unless you have the power to do so


I was like 12 years old wen I got out the house and I jumped off the porch
I started young and took risks early in life to pursue my dreams


I treat the beat like a body so you might as well go and tally the corpse
I approach every beat as if it is alive and take control of it until it is completely dominated


The flow is so wavy I’m walking on water I really do not need a shore
My flow is smooth and effortless, and I don't need anyone else to support me


Trust me my nigga I’m sure
I am confident in my abilities and know that I will succeed


I demand silence you niggas be talking too much
I am so good that others should be paying attention to me, rather than themselves


Don’t be saying shit using social media as a crutch
Using social media to promote oneself is not enough, the talent must be there as well


Hiding from self you high as elf
Other artists are not being true to themselves and are too focused on drugs and other vices


Really I think they be crying for help
Other artists may be struggling with personal issues and are looking for help


Wen they trying to stunt
When others are pretending to be something they are not


They be lying to self
Other artists are not being truthful with themselves about their talent and success


You believe in the bluff
Others are gullible and believe in the false image that some artists project


And that pry in your health
This can be harmful to one's mental and emotional state


Trophies get to they head i keep mine on the shelf
Other artists become too boastful and egotistical when they win awards, but I remain humble


Niggas gassed up
Other artists are full of themselves and overconfident


I tell em go get your cash up
I tell them to focus on their money and not on their supposed talent


Do not approach if you looking for smoke they gone have to come and pick yo ass up
If you are looking for a confrontation, be prepared to face the consequences


Right off of the floor y’all be doing the most shit we innocent kids if you ask us
Others are doing too much and causing drama, while I am innocent and focused on my craft


We don’t want no problems and if you don’t neither you might as well go back to ass up
I am not interested in confrontations and prefer to stay out of trouble


I got the water like Fiji bitch I’m going up it ain’t easy to beat me
I am surging ahead and am not easy to outperform or defeat


You gone need more than a squeegee I been cooking up this is only the preheat
Others will need more than just hard work to surpass me, as I am always improving and innovating


Man this shit is easy
I am so talented and skilled that this is easy for me


I got em jumping just know that I am always up to something
I am always pushing myself and trying new things to stay ahead


Only keep real niggas in my circumference
I only surround myself with people who are honest and genuine


Jumped in that water and thought I was sunken
I faced challenges early on in my career that tested my abilities and perseverance


Now I’m jus floating no need for discussion
I have overcome my challenges and am now soaring, with no need for further discussion or explanation




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