Hokus Pokus
Olexesh Lyrics

Hokus Pokus, schwarzer Lotus
Abracadabra, a magic spell to bring good luck or success, with a reference to the black lotus plant symbolizing mystery and allure

Simsalabim, Sechser ist drin
Another magic incantation meaning 'presto' or 'voila', followed by a playful boast that there's a six in the game (presumably referring to a dice game)

Du wirst ganz groß, ich bin dein Vorbild
A confident prediction that the listener will become successful, with the singer presenting himself as a role model to follow

Ende ist J oder Action wie Bay
Two possible outcomes: either it will be a happy ending (J stands for the German word 'Jahr', meaning year), or there will be action like in a Michael Bay movie (known for his spectacular and explosive action scenes)

Vom ersten Tag an, war ich ein Fan
Since day one, I was a fan (of rap music and culture)

Mein Vorbild war Rap, ich mochte kein Ralph Lauren
My role model was rap music, and I had a rebellious attitude towards bourgeois fashion brands like Ralph Lauren

Ich wollte Runden dreh'n, 'ne andere Welt sehen
I wanted to hang out with my friends and escape to a different world (away from everyday problems)

Einen durchziehen und dann wegschweben
Smoke a joint and then drift away (high) like floating in the air

Doch soeben sah ich ein Bild, Paradies
Suddenly I saw an image of paradise, contrasting with the previous verse's escapism

die Mutter trägt weinend ihr Kind
A poignant scene of a mother crying and holding her child, implying a tragic story of poverty and hardship

Mit Alkohol, kannst du dir die Situation erleichtern
Alcohol can ease the pain and make the situation more bearable (but it's not a solution)

Denn Mutter war jung und Vater war kein Reicher
The mother was young and the father wasn't wealthy (implying a difficult upbringing)

Talent, unbezahlbar, spar jeden Cent
Talent is priceless, so save every penny and work hard to develop it

Vergiss nie, wo du herkommst, man bekommt nichts geschenkt
Never forget your roots and the fact that you have to work hard to achieve success

Schreib ein' Text über Packs, alte Zeiten damals Pacman
Write a rap verse about drugs, and the old days of playing Pacman (a nostalgic reference to the past)

Last Man Standing, vorm Endgegner wegrenn'
In a video game reference, the singer declares that he's the last one standing, and he runs away from the final boss (metaphor for overcoming challenges)

Auf Free's, lauf ich schneller als mit Classics
In running shoes without spikes, I run faster than with branded shoes (suggesting that success depends on one's skills, not the equipment)

Schwätzer mäßig, red nichts, Olexesh Authentic
Don't talk too much, be authentic like Olexesh (the singer's self-referential statement)

vom Lehrling zum Meister
From an apprentice to a master (a journey of learning and improving)

Rien ne va plus! Ich verdopple den Einsatz
It's all or nothing, so I double the bet (a reference to gambling)

Simsalabim, O-Saft und Gin
A repetition of the magical phrase, followed by a drink order of orange juice and gin

Ich weiß nicht, wie Poker geht, ich spiel' „Vier gewinnt“
I don't know how to play poker, so I stick to playing Connect Four (a humorous contrast between a complex and a simple game)

Hier gewinnt nur, wer weise handelt
Only those who act wisely can win (a general statement about success)

Nach dem Tief folgt das Hoch, keine Bange
After a low point, there will be a high point, so don't worry (an optimistic attitude)

Meine Chance habe ich in Rap gesehen
I found my chance in rap music (a personal motivation)

Ficken oder gefickt werden, that's the game
Have sex or be screwed over, that's how the game is played (a crude but realistic observation)

Cash und Fame, meine Berufswahl
Money and fame are my career choice (an unapologetic desire for material success)

Spotlight, Rampenlicht, Wodka Beluga
The attention and glamour of the spotlight, complemented by expensive vodka (a picture of luxury and excess)

Hijuga ist nicht ohne Grund immer abgefuckt
The rapper Hijuga is always stressed or messed up for a reason (possibly indicating difficulties in the music industry)

kurwa mać, und manchmal will ich das Mic an den Nagel hängen
A Polish curse word followed by a confession that the singer sometimes wants to quit rapping (despite his aspirations)

Aber lieber mit 16 Bars den Rahmen sprengen
But instead, I'd rather deliver a powerful rap verse and break the rules (a passion for self-expression and creativity)

Abrakadabra, AG story real
A reiteration of the magic spell, followed by a claim that the story of the AG (a German rap crew) is real and authentic

Ich zieh die Verse aus der Nase wie Copperfield
I create rhymes effortlessly, as if pulling them out of thin air like the magician David Copperfield

Olex Feat. Deutschraps ODB
A reference to the rapper Ol' Dirty Bastard, implying that Olexesh is his German equivalent (a bold claim)

Pur asahbi, Nu, pogodi!
An Arabic phrase meaning 'my friend, watch out!', followed by a Russian expression meaning 'wait and see!' (a cheerful and multicultural conclusion)

Komm, wach auf Bruder, keine Zeit zum Schlafen
Wake up, brother, there's no time for sleeping (an invitation to be active and ambitious)

Denn es wird Zeit endlich Nike und Lacoste zu tragen
It's time to wear Nike and Lacoste (symbols of success and status)

Lass nach Holland fahren, lass das Weed testen
Let's go to the Netherlands and try some weed (a suggestion of a recreational activity)

Von allen Sorten, mit selbstgemachten Schutzwesten
Of all varieties, with self-made bulletproof vests (a hint of danger or paranoia)

Mit großen Jungs messen, wie früher auf den Nächsten
Challenge ourselves against tough competitors, like in the old days on the playground (a competitive spirit)

Autoscooter rückwärts, guter Rap kennt keine Grenzen
Driving a bumper car backwards is like breaking the rules, but good rap music knows no limits (an analogy for making unconventional choices)

Doch stattdessen sitzen wir im Mietwagen
But instead, we're sitting in a rental car (a contrast between dreams and reality)

? gibt's auf Kombi, ich will endlich Kies haben
Unclear reference to something, followed by a confession that the singer wants money (a blunt desire for financial success)

Wir sagen, wenn du an dich glaubst, kannst du alles werden
We say that if you believe in yourself, you can become anything (an empowering message to others)

Filme drehn für's Cinemaxx oder für den Hof rappen
Making movies for the big screen or rapping for the neighborhood (two different career paths)

Nie wieder Stoff ticken, mehr Fans als Kunden
No more selling drugs, more fans than clients (a positive transformation)

Der Traum wird wahr, Saturn-Autogrammstunden
The dream comes true, autograph sessions at a popular electronics retailer (an indicator of fame and success)

Mit frischen Seiten, so wie jeden Freitag
With new ideas, like every Friday (a reference to releasing new music regularly)

Musik macht sich bezahlt, nur wenn man es drauf hat
Music pays off, only if you have the skill (a recognition of the importance of talent and hard work)

Noch ein' drauf packt, immer Richtung Ziel
Keep pushing forward, always towards the goal (a determined attitude)

Take it back to the street, wie ein One Million Hit
Bring it back to the streets, like a one million hit song (a metaphor for reconnecting with one's roots)