The potent mixture of the band’s sharp-witted lyrics and mesmerizing music has earned them a legion of loyal fans and inspired collaborations with Travie McCoy, Saba, Sam Gongol (Marian Hill), Maxine Ashley (Pharrell/I am OTHER) and Wynter Gordon. Oxymorrons caught attention with their undeniable artistry and found synergy in brand partnerships with RedBull, Converse, Rocawear, Taco Bell, Karmaloop and more. It's their captivating live show full of non-stop energy that has music lovers entranced. The band has played many notable festivals including SXSW, Houston Summer Free Press Firefly, AfroPunk, Summer Fest, Funk Fest, CMJ on top of sharing the stage with dynamic acts like Lupe Fiasco, Common, Ludacris, Gym Class Heroes, Bruno Mars, Juicy J, KT Tunstall, Rihanna, Salt N Pepa, Danny Brown, and more.
Justice
OXYMORRONS Lyrics
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Jesus piece on a nuse
Been rapping since nursery
But ain′t no Dr Seuss
Flow so philatio
My momma said use my brains
Tired to numb it wit narcotics
But I still feel the pain
But politics gang bang
Ya voting blue or red
But Man that's the same thing
You see he flashing lights
They all the same gang
No they not wearing Gucci
But main its still Gang gang
I′m tired of Justice
I'm tired of pain
The rain only washes
A few of the stains
I'm free of the surface
But wrapped up in chains
I′m tired of Justice
There′s nothing to gain
Give me some drank uh
I'm going insane uh
They making us slang uh
No plane with the Jane uh
Swallow up the whole thang
Gorge carva the brain uh
Power take it away uh
And gave us a range uh
And they uh
The first lines of "Justice" speaks to the idea of society wanting to hang black people, as symbolized by the "Jesus piece on a nuse" (noose) - a reference to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The next line, "Been rapping since nursery, but ain't no Dr Seuss," is a play on words that highlights the fact that while they've been rapping for a long time, their words are not just child's play like Dr. Seuss. The next line makes use of a skillful pun to describe their unique flow, which they claim is both fellatio and cerebral.
In the next lines, they talk about using narcotics to numb their pain, but they still feel it nonetheless. The following lines of the verse highlight the hypocrisy of politicians, who claim to be fighting gang violence by criminalizing gangs, yet tacitly support the same culture of violence by favoring police brutality. "No they not wearing Gucci but main it's still Gang gang" is a reference to the police and their uniforms, which may not be as flashy as designer clothes but still represent the oppressive force of the law.
The chorus of "Justice" expresses frustration and exhaustion with the never-ending struggle for justice. The rain only "washes a few of the stains," suggesting that while some progress is made, it's often not enough. They feel "wrapped up in chains," suggesting that despite their efforts, they remain trapped in a system that oppresses them. The lines of the chorus are powerful in their simplicity, conveying a sense of despair that many marginalized people feel in their daily struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
They wanted us to hang
We have been unfairly targeted and oppressed
Jesus piece on a nuse
Referencing the juxtaposition of religious symbols and violent acts
Been rapping since nursery
We have been expressing our frustrations and experiences through our music since we were young
But ain′t no Dr Seuss
Our reality is too harsh for children's stories
Flow so philatio
Our rap style is engaging and captivating
My momma said use my brains
We are encouraged to think critically and use our intelligence
Tired to numb it wit narcotics
We have tried to escape our pain through substance abuse
But I still feel the pain
Our struggles are not easily forgotten or ignored
Crucify bloods and crips
Society unfairly demonizes certain groups based on their affiliations
But politics gang bang
The political system can be just as corrupt as gang activity
Ya voting blue or red
The options presented in elections do not actually bring meaningful change
But Man that's the same thing
Regardless of the party in power, marginalized communities are still oppressed
You see he flashing lights
The police are often violent and unjust
They all the same gang
The police force, regardless of location or uniform, operates in a similar fashion
No they not wearing Gucci
Just because they do not have designer outfits does not mean they are not enforcing harmful systems
But main its still Gang gang
Their actions are just as damaging as those in gangs
I′m tired of Justice
The lack of fairness and equity in our society is exhausting
I'm tired of pain
The constant struggle and trauma takes a toll on us
The rain only washes
The relief we seek is not enough to erase the harm already inflicted
A few of the stains
We have seen some progress, but not enough to make a significant impact
I'm free of the surface
We try to maintain a sense of strength and resilience despite our struggles
But wrapped up in chains
However, we are still deeply affected by oppressive systems
There′s nothing to gain
We are not given equal opportunities to succeed and thrive
Give me some drank uh
We rely on vices to cope with the harsh reality around us
I'm going insane uh
The emotional and psychological impact of our struggles is overwhelming
They making us slang uh
We are forced to engage in harmful behaviors in order to survive
No plane with the Jane uh
We are unable to escape our circumstances and receive the same opportunities as those in power
Swallow up the whole thang
Our vices and coping mechanisms consume us entirely
Gorge carva the brain uh
We are forced to deal with trauma and pain on a constant basis, affecting our mental health
Power take it away uh
Those in power take away any sense of agency or control we may have over our lives
And gave us a range uh
They give us the illusion of choice and freedom, when in reality our options are limited
And they uh
Those in power continue to oppress and maintain their control over us
Writer(s): Zachary Allen Jones
Contributed by Joshua H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Mystery13x
Saw you guys open for Corey Taylor tonight in Kansas City Mo 8/27/23 and you were fantastic!!!!! Gained a few thousand fans after that show for sure!!!!
@rbsteve25
Oh yeah! I've always loved rap and metal music. I have since the 80s. Hell yeah! These guys are the shit. 🤟🤘♥️
@IndieTimmie
Heard this on Serious XM Octane. Great song!
@XG-OFFICIAL-59
Uh, correction: SiriusXM Octane. Not "Serious"
@leolee6786
This a war song! Mad respect for this sound.
@PoeticSonic
it's actually the opposite, from what i gather they are talking about how bs countries say they are going to war for "justice" when all they are causing is pain.
EDIT: then again i might be wrong lol
@PuncoChicoGamingGod
Bigger and better things coming for you boys ✊🏽🖤
@echolee7782
An amazing record. You guys are some of the best, and you don't get that nowadays.
@MrRoccoMarchegiano
Awesome.
@TX3089
Sirius XM Octane 37 Checking In!