Phoenix
Octagen vs M.I.D.O.R. Lyrics
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Love if you're willing, take a little more time
I smell fire, it's coming from the flames
That are dancing on my wings
I'm a bird on a wire killing time
Fever's got me shaking, it rises up like a road to meet me
Just put a cloth to my brow, I'll soar like a phoenix from the ashes
Put a pretty blanket down, I'm ready now
Looking for forgiveness, looking in every cupboard in every room
I'm bearing witness to the passing time
But the clock is ticking like an old man singing at the top of his lungs
And the light is flickering, we're running out
Fever's got me shaking, it rises up like a road to meet me
Fever's got me quaking like San Andreas Fault
Just put a cloth to my brow, I'll soar like a phoenix from the ashes
Put a pretty blanket down, I'm ready now
Everybody's looking for somebody to blame
The stages of sadness how many can you name?
I stopped at anger, never felt the same
They say it'll fade my scars, my tears will dry
I'll lie under the stars again, not wondering where you are
Where you are
Fever's got me shaking, it rises up like a road to meet me
Fever's got me quaking like San Andreas Fault
Just put a cloth to my brow, I'll soar like a phoenix from the ashes
Put a pretty blanket down, I'm ready now
I'm ready now, I'm ready now
The lyrics in Octagen vs M.I.D.O.R.'s song "Phoenix" depict scenes of violence and brutality, with the singer boasting about their prowess with guns and their willingness to kill others. The opening lines, "Dirty, dirty, huh, whoa," setting a tone of aggression and brutality. The singer then goes on to describe their gun and their ability to cast spells like a mage and mystic, suggesting a supernatural or mystical power that they possess. They also reference a room belonging to someone named Stizzy, where they took some crackers before being told to pick a noose. The singer then responds by telling them to pick a suit and threatens to call in their troops if they are raided.
The second part of the song moves into even darker territory, with the singer talking about killing politicians, kicking down doors and shooting hicks. They also describe falling out of the sky and landing on a house full of bears, describing themselves as a wolf and calling others a bitch. There are references to hacking and breaching systems, as well as allusions to the cop killer law. In general, the lyrics suggest a kind of lawlessness and disregard for authority, a world in which violence is glorified and celebrated.
Line by Line Meaning
Dirty
This is an attention-grabbing introduction, implying that what is to follow may be controversial or offensive.
Dirty
Reiterating the previous line to emphasize its significance and continue building anticipation.
Huh, whoa
An exclamation expressing amazement or surprise, indicating that the following lines will contain something unexpected or impressive.
I fill those racks, I'm with the gun
I make a lot of money and am equipped with a weapon.
Cast spells like mage and mystic
I possess the ability to enchant and bewitch others with my words or actions.
I took crackers too, to Stizzy's room
I brought illegal drugs to Stizzy's room.
They told me, pick a noose (yeah)
They instructed me to select a hangman's noose, indicating that I am in danger.
I told 'em, pick a suit
I countered their threat by calmly suggesting they choose a formal outfit for my imminent funeral.
Raid me on the right, you gon' make me get the troops
If you attack me from the right side, I will retaliate with my supporters or allies.
M16, same color, our truth
My M16 rifle and my truth are aligned, probably referring to a cause or ideology that I believe in.
Killin' 2Pac, 'cause you know I got the troops
I am capable of killing even someone as revered and popular as 2Pac because I have enough armed followers or supporters.
Young Car K, in the booth (yeah)
Referring to a young rapper or artist named Car K who is currently recording music in a studio or booth.
Young Fox News with the noose (yeah)
Suggesting that a young person who works for Fox News or shares its views is eager to publicly hang someone for political or ideological reasons.
I see hicks, I shoot (brrt)
I am prejudiced against rural or conservative people and think it is okay to use violence against them.
My rifle got ass like Hoops (who?)
My rifle looks impressive or sexy, like a basketball star named Hoops.
Fell in love with it
I am infatuated with my weapon and enjoy using it.
I can never leave my house without the strap, uh
I always carry a gun with me wherever I go for protection or aggression.
My rifle got an ass on it (wow)
Reiterating the previous line but with more emphasis and amazement.
Shit thick girl, nigga make a pass on it
Comparing my gun to a curvy or attractive woman and implying that other people are envious or approving of it.
I'ma kill a politician, put a bag on it
Threatening to assassinate a political figure or leader and collect a bounty or reward for it.
But if I catch you, I whip, put a gag on it
Intending to beat or silence someone who crosses me or opposes me.
Chopper with a dick and a flag on it
Referring to my gun as a helicopter that has phallic and patriotic symbols on it, probably to evoke violence or domination.
Barrel in his face, they gon' have to put a bag on 'em (bruh)
Boasting about pointing my gun at someone's face and saying they will need a body bag or coffin after I shoot them.
Bitch I'm in your bushes, and I smell that good ass cookin'
Announcing that I am stalking or spying on someone and noticing their food, suggesting that I am invading their privacy.
You gon' make me kick your door in, fuck your house
Threatening to violently enter someone's property and wreck it out of anger or entitlement.
I wish I could save yo, mercy me, that's not my flavor
Mocking or rejecting someone's plea for help or mercy, indicating that I am enjoying their suffering or weakness.
I'm gon' have to Marvin Gaye a pig for clout
Threatening to sexually assault or harass a police officer or authority figure as a way to gain attention or fame.
National visa (nasty)
Referring to a type of travel document or immigration status and calling it unpleasant or undesirable.
Please hand me my reefer
Asking someone to pass me a marijuana cigarette or smoking device.
Send news to my beeper
Asking someone to inform me through a pager or another old-fashioned device.
Double park with that heater, uh
Parking a car illegally and having a gun with me as a precaution or threat.
Smokin' dope with the reaper
Literally consuming drugs while being visited by an entity that personifies death, implying that I am not afraid of dying or facing consequences.
Blazin' out the two-seater
Driving a two-seat car very fast or recklessly, possibly while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Duckin' pigs and the preacher
Avoiding or evading the police or law enforcement and religious leaders who represent authority or morality.
Lookin' like I don't need you
Appearing self-sufficient or independent, conveying a sense of superiority or isolation.
I done hit the gas, lookin' like I crashed, in the air
Speeding up quickly and creating the impression of crashing or flying, suggesting that I am fearless or daring.
Fallin' out the sky, landed on a house full of bears
Metaphorically describing a precarious or dangerous situation where I have little control or options.
I'm a wolf, you a bitch, singin' death, when I grip
Asserting that I am powerful and aggressive, while belittling or attacking someone who is weaker or submissive.
She was made for this dick, you was made for this clip
Boasting about my sexual prowess and my ability to kill or injure people with my gun.
Telephone park with the red lights
Being in a public phone booth or area with flashing lights that indicate danger or emergency, possibly implying that I am hiding or committing a crime.
K-9 bark, and it's getting too bright
Hearing a dog barking or sensing that the environment is becoming more hostile or dangerous, probably due to the approaching police or other authorities.
All black with the mask, 32 stripe
Wearing dark clothes and a mask to conceal my identity and employing a tactic or scheme that involves the number 32 or a similar pattern.
Ten team with me and they ready to fight
Having ten people on my side who are willing and able to use violence or aggression to achieve a goal.
Boom, watch y'all clear out the room
Threatening to cause an explosion or loud noise that will scare or disperse people in the vicinity, implying that I am superior or in control.
Cop killer law, so they comin' for you
Referring to a law or policy that punishes people who kill police officers, suggesting that I am facing legal or physical consequences for my actions.
Hack the code, breach the system
Using my computer skills or knowledge to bypass or infiltrate security measures in order to gain information or leverage.
Four, three, two, one
Counting down to a significant event or moment, such as a detonation, a race, or the start of a performance.
Bodies deep, rest in peace
Acknowledging or celebrating the death of many people or having a lot of corpses in one place.
Hell on Earth, lyin' off the edge with no respect for the pigs
Depicting a chaotic or violent scenario where I disregard or oppose the police or other authorities, portraying myself as a rebel or outcast.
Get your tail for deads
Threatening or warning someone that they will face severe consequences or even death for their actions or words.
Heavy with the play, nick name Johnny Cage
Having a lot of power or influence in a situation, possibly referring to a character from a video game or movie who is known for their combat skills or confidence.
Feel the wrath of the blast, increase the murder rage
Lashing out with extreme violence, seeking revenge or justice, and escalating the level of aggression or brutality.
Russian roulette, yuh, sorry, one, two, three
Referring to a dangerous game where a person risks shooting themselves or others, and joking about or ridiculing the risky behavior.
Lyrics © RIFF CITY SOUNDS, LLC
Written by: Aoife Maria O'Donovan
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