Bust
OutKast Lyrics


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Ghosts and goblins run amok
In the caverns of Rhine
Slinging petty corruption
The seventh sign

(Give to you and I'll do what it takes
To give it to you) Bust
Bust

Step into the realms of space where nobody goes
Only the baddest motherfuckers are the ones that are chose
Some of the coolest individuals on the planet we said
Best believe that we can buck or give a damn if we cared
No collision supervision but my family is here
Now my mama taught my niggas that was under the stairs
One of those who chauffeured life and then was unprepared
But my hunger is the thought that no wonder it can't be smothered
Or buttered up, buttercup, melt your sauce
You a Chucky Cheese bouncer chumpin' off the boss
What I'm trying to tell you now is that you're softer that soft
And I'm sick as a cough, did I mention it's raw?
Your predicaments flaw
Flaw means fucked up and serving out the oven not fried, slow roast
No coast, tuck your tail and hide
You scared?

((Give to you and I'll do what it takes
To give it to you) Bust
Bust

I officially do it with guns on tour
We lock down traps, push caps galore
My wiz cook work 'til it scale like fish
My old earth even known to handle biz'
I serve whipped, out of whips, whip out cash
Usually keep a G packed under the dash
Try to test my gangsta, I bring harm
I'm as slick as Freeway Rick and Nicholas Barnes
My uptown knights hold caps and cheddar
My waistline hold a 4-pound Beretta
I'll shoe lace your face just to learn you better
My ox so sharp it cut through leather
My rap name Killer, my street name Skunk
I mastered the music that was born in the Bronx
I switch my slang spit from my mouth
I'm still all coast, my coast the South

(Give to you and I'll do what it takes




To give it to you) Bust
Bust

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to OutKast/Killer Mike's song Bust can be interpreted as a depiction of the tough and gritty reality of life in the streets. The opening line, "Ghosts and goblins run amok in the caverns of Rhine," conjures up vivid imagery of a dark and ominous place where danger lurks at every turn. The reference to "petty corruption" further reinforces the idea that the characters in the song are living in a world where the rules are constantly being bent and broken.


As the song progresses, we hear about the "baddest motherfuckers" who are tough enough to survive this world. The lyrics speak to a sense of pride in belonging to a community that looks out for each other, despite the many challenges they face. Additionally, the verse reveals a sense of detachment from mainstream society, with the line "where nobody goes," suggesting that the characters in the song are not interested in conforming to societal norms.


Overall, Bust can be seen as a powerful commentary on the harsh realities of life in the streets, complete with vivid imagery and a strong sense of pride.


Line by Line Meaning

Ghosts and goblins run amok
The place is haunted with vices and corruption


In the caverns of Rhine
The place is cavernous and mysterious


Slinging petty corruption
Corruption and deceit are being spread in small and petty ways


The seventh sign
The end of the world is near


Give to you and I'll do what it takes
I am committed to sharing my gift


To give it to you Bust Bust
I will do everything in my power to make sure you receive it


Step into the realms of space where nobody goes
Venture into territories unknown


Only the baddest motherfuckers are the ones that are chose
Only the toughest can survive in these parts


Some of the coolest individuals on the planet we said
The most awesome people in the world


Best believe that we can buck or give a damn if we cared
We are fearless and don't care about consequences


No collision supervision but my family is here
No one is above us and our loved ones are always around


Now my mama taught my niggas that was under the stairs
My mother taught my closest friends everything they know


One of those who chauffeured life and then was unprepared
Someone who had everything and lost it all suddenly


But my hunger is the thought that no wonder it can't be smothered
My ambition is insatiable and cannot be stopped


Or buttered up, buttercup, melt your sauce
I don't need flattery or persuasion to succeed


You a Chucky Cheese bouncer chumpin' off the boss
You're a weakling who blindly follows authority


What I'm trying to tell you now is that you're softer than soft
You're weak and vulnerable


And I'm sick as a cough, did I mention it's raw?
I'm controversial and unapologetic


Your predicaments flaw
Your situation is a complete mess


Flaw means fucked up and serving out the oven not fried, slow roast
Your situation is deteriorating at a slow pace


No coast, tuck your tail and hide
You can't escape your problems


You scared?
Are you afraid?


I officially do it with guns on tour
I bring firearms with me when I travel


We lock down traps, push caps galore
We dominate and sell drugs at will


My wiz cook work 'til it scale like fish
My wife cooks drugs until it is finely tuned


My old earth even known to handle biz'
My mother is badass too


I serve whipped, out of whips, whip out cash
I'm efficient in the drug trade and always have cash


Usually keep a G packed under the dash
I always have a gun hidden in my car


Try to test my gangsta, I bring harm
Don't mess with me or I will hurt you


I'm as slick as Freeway Rick and Nicholas Barnes
I'm as smooth and successful as top drug dealers


My uptown knights hold caps and cheddar
My crew carries drugs and money


My waistline hold a 4-pound Beretta
I have a heavy gun with me at all times


I'll shoe lace your face just to learn you better
I'll hurt you to teach you a lesson


My ox so sharp it cut through leather
My rhymes are sharp and powerful


My rap name Killer, my street name Skunk
I'm known for killing musically and on the streets


I mastered the music that was born in the Bronx
I am the best of the best when it comes to hip-hop


I switch my slang spit from my mouth
I use different styles of rhyming


I'm still all coast, my coast the South
I'm from the Southern region and proud of it




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Royalty Network, Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: Algenard Herring, Myrna Connor Crenshaw, Antwan Patton, Michael Santigo Render

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