Harry Potter
Pi\'erre Bourne Lyrics

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I miss my niggas on my block, yeah
Dodgin' 12, don't get shot, yeah
Yeah, my grandma stay where Sean Bell died
Whoa
Yeah, my grandma stay where Hip-Hop rised
Whoa rochdale across the street
Go to Obama and get somethin' to eat, yeah
Add a lunch and, man, get all the gas

Smokin' dope, yeah, on the ave
Fuck a bitch, yeah, before class, yeah, yeah
Hop on the train then I'm in the city, yeah
Shoutout Chubbie Baby, yeah, we litty, yeah

Shit, I'm on my grind, you out of line
Yeah, you hit my line, know I'm in the field
Girl, you lyin', don't know how this feels
Yeah
Sleepin' on the couch to my house on the hill
Yeah, we smoking gas at the trap on the hill
King of the hill, yeah
I almost got that deal
Yeah, it wasn't real, had to take a Sero pill
But I don't pop no pills
I ain't Bill, I got bills

Ain't no stressin', yeah
All these blessings, yeah
Yeah, I told her, yeah, I
Got that secret weapon, yeah
Yeah, Hermione, she in love with my stick
Yeah, Hermione, she in love with my stick
Yeah, Hermione, yeah
She say I got that magic
Yeah, Hermione, yeah
She say I got that magic
Yeah, Hermione, yeah

She say I got that magic
Yeah, Hermione, she in love with my stick

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Harry Potter" by Pi'erre Bourne convey a sense of nostalgia, reminiscing about the artist's past experiences and connections to his hometown. The opening lines "I miss my niggas on my block" and "Dodgin' 12, don't get shot" indicate a longing for the friends and community that the artist has left behind, while also acknowledging the dangers and struggles of that environment.

The mention of the artist's grandmother living where Sean Bell died and where Hip-Hop rose highlights the historical significance of his neighborhood. It emphasizes the artist's connection to his roots and the impact those surroundings have had on his life. The reference to Rochdale, a housing complex in Queens, further reinforces this sense of place and community.

The lyrics also touch on the artist's day-to-day experiences, such as going to Obama (a local store or business) to get something to eat and hanging out on the block, smoking dope. These details provide a glimpse into the artist's lifestyle and the realities of his environment.

The second verse seems to address the artist's ambitions and aspirations. He mentions being on his grind, pursuing success, and potentially securing a deal. However, he also acknowledges the challenges and setbacks he has faced along the way, mentioning the need to take a Sero pill, a reference to medication for anxiety or depression.

The chorus introduces the character of Hermione from the Harry Potter series, metaphorically comparing her fascination with magic to the attraction someone has towards the artist's skills or talents. The repeated line "Yeah, Hermione, she in love with my stick" suggests that the artist believes his abilities are captivating, mirroring the allure of magic in the Harry Potter universe.

Overall, "Harry Potter" delves into themes of nostalgia, community, ambition, and self-confidence. It paints a vivid picture of the artist's experiences and emotions while drawing parallels to the beloved fantasy world of Harry Potter.

Line by Line Meaning

I miss my niggas on my block, yeah
I feel nostalgic for my friends who live on the same block as me

Dodgin' 12, don't get shot, yeah
Avoiding the police to stay safe and out of trouble

Yeah, my grandma stay where Sean Bell died
My grandmother lives in the same neighborhood where Sean Bell was killed

Whoa
Expressing surprise or amazement

Yeah, my grandma stay where Hip-Hop rised
My grandmother lives in the neighborhood where the Hip-Hop culture originated

Whoa rochdale across the street
Rochdale, another neighborhood, is located just across the street

Go to Obama and get somethin' to eat, yeah
Visiting the local restaurant called Obama to grab a meal

Add a lunch and, man, get all the gas
After having lunch, feeling energized and ready for anything

Smokin' dope, yeah, on the ave
Engaging in marijuana use on the avenue or street

Fuck a bitch, yeah, before class, yeah, yeah
Having sexual encounters with someone before attending classes

Hop on the train then I'm in the city, yeah
Taking the train to reach the city quickly

Shoutout Chubbie Baby, yeah, we litty, yeah
Giving a shoutout to Chubbie Baby, celebrating their energy and excitement

Shit, I'm on my grind, you out of line
I am focused on my hustle while you are behaving improperly or off track

Yeah, you hit my line, know I'm in the field
When you contact me, you know I am actively involved in my work or lifestyle

Girl, you lyin', don't know how this feels
You are lying, and you have no understanding of the emotions I experience

Yeah
Exclamation of agreement or affirmation

Sleepin' on the couch to my house on the hill
Going from a humble place of sleeping on a couch to living in a luxurious house on a hill

Yeah, we smoking gas at the trap on the hill
Enjoying high-quality marijuana at the drug-dealing spot located on the hill

King of the hill, yeah
Asserting dominance or superiority in that neighborhood

I almost got that deal
I was close to securing a lucrative opportunity or agreement

Yeah, it wasn't real, had to take a Sero pill
Unfortunately, it turned out to be fake, and I had to resort to medication (Sero pill) to cope with the disappointment

But I don't pop no pills
I don't consume any drugs in pill form

I ain't Bill, I got bills
I am not Bill, but I have financial responsibilities and obligations

Ain't no stressin', yeah
There is no need to worry or feel anxious

All these blessings, yeah
I am grateful for the abundance of positive things in my life

Yeah, I told her, yeah, I
Indeed, I informed her countless times

Got that secret weapon, yeah
I possess an undisclosed advantage or talent

Yeah, Hermione, she in love with my stick
Referring to a woman named Hermione, who is intimately attracted to me

She say I got that magic
According to her, I possess an enchanting or irresistible quality

Yeah, Hermione, yeah
Again, emphasizing the woman named Hermione

She say I got that magic
She strongly believes that I possess an extraordinary or captivating charm

Yeah, Hermione, yeah
Once more, highlighting the woman named Hermione

She say I got that magic
Her opinion remains that I possess an incredible or spellbinding allure