While it was speculated to appear on Polo’s third studio album, Hall of Fame, in the months before its release, the track was notably absent from its tracklist due to the sample not having clearance.
The track was later confirmed for release in an October 2021 Instagram post featuring Polo dressed up as Jackson, and on November 8, he announced its release for November 12 as the lead single to Hall of Fame’s deluxe edition.
bad man
Polo G Lyrics
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Smooth criminal, Mike Jack
And I still like to tote a .45 like Mike back
Pull that TEC out just to make a statement
He gon' need a body bag or a night sack
He a bitch, he'll fold under pressure
I can tell from his posture, man, he ain't really like that
Go in for the kill, if they try you, better fight back"
We'll beat his ass if he tryna throw the Folks up
What's all that shit you was sayin' like you was so tough?
They gon' have to carry your mans if he approach us
Creepin' in, that glizzy'll blam when we get close up
Rich-ass gangster, my gun match the color of my car
Any sudden movement and this bitch go, "Fah, fah"
Bet I have 'em huggin' Allah
I'm the G.O.A.T., I'm a thug, I'm a star
Youngins tryna clear a crowd with the heat
When you ridin', better keep a .40 cal' by the seat
He was bangin' wrong 'til they found him deceased
It's a whole lot of evil roamin' 'round in the streets, uh
So you better look both ways, make your soul shake
Demons standin' in the doorway
Tell me, Annie, are you okay? Screamin' out, "No way"
Tell me, Annie, are you okay?
Still on that bullshit, MJ
Really one of the hottest, and I never dropped a mixtape
All my life I had to risk-take
But if they come and try me, .40 kickin' 'til my wrist break
Let anybody in this bitch play
I'ma have my C's leave his ass in the ground with the stiff face
Where I'm from, all the killers turn hood legend
And they known through them blocks like Dikembe
Totin' on somethin' bigger than The Great Khali
Thirty shots'll knock 'em down like Muhammad Ali
Do the race, scratch off in a Trackhawk Jeep
Catch him lackin', then it's R.I.P., bitch
Youngins tryna clear a crowd with the heat
When you ridin', better keep a .40 cal' by the seat
He was bangin' wrong 'til they found him deceased
It's a whole lot of evil roamin' 'round in the streets, uh
So you better look both ways, make your soul shake
Demons standin' in the doorway
Tell me, Annie, are you okay? Screamin' out, "No way"
Tell me, Annie, are you okay?
In the song "Bad Man" by Polo G, he portrays himself as a gangster who is not afraid to confront his rivals in the streets. He starts the song by mentioning his nickname "Lil Capalot" and compares himself to Michael Jackson, another legendary "smooth criminal," who is known for his amazing dance moves and musical talents. Polo G also mentions that he carries a .45 that reminds him of Mike's signature move of grabbing his crotch.
The lyrics talk about how he is not afraid to use his gun to make a statement and warns his rivals that they will need a "body bag or a night sack" if they come at him. He also mentions that he can tell if someone is a "bitch" just by looking at their posture. The song also highlights the importance of standing up for oneself and not backing down when faced with danger.
Throughout the song, Polo G emphasizes the prevalence of violence in the streets, how young people are involved, and the need to be cautious, hence the repeated line "tell me Annie, are you okay?" to remind listeners of the danger that lurks in every corner.
Overall, Polo G's "Bad Man" is a song that portrays the harsh realities of gang violence and the need to stand up for oneself when confronted with danger. The song shows that there is no easy way out of these situations, and one must be prepared to face the consequences of their actions.
Line by Line Meaning
Lil Capalot, bitch, ha
I am Polo G and I am addressing myself by my nickname, Capalot.
Smooth criminal, Mike Jack
I am as smooth and skilled as Michael Jackson, the iconic musician and dancer known for his talent and innovative style.
And I still like to tote a .45 like Mike back
I still carry a .45 caliber gun, just like Michael Jackson did when he portrayed a gangster in his music videos.
Pull that TEC out just to make a statement
I am willing to use my TEC-9 gun to show others that I am not to be messed with.
He gon' need a body bag or a night sack
I am capable of causing severe harm or even death to anyone who challenges me.
He a bitch, he'll fold under pressure
I can tell that someone is weak and will not be able to handle pressure or conflict.
I can tell from his posture, man, he ain't really like that
I can detect someone's true character and see that they are not as tough or fearless as they claim to be.
Mama told me, "I don't care if you scared
My mother taught me to not let fear hold me back from defending myself or fighting back.
Go in for the kill, if they try you, better fight back"
If someone tries to harm me, I should not hesitate to defend myself and take them down.
We'll beat his ass if he tryna throw the Folks up
My crew and I will physically assault anyone who tries to disrespect our gang or throw up rival gang signs.
What's all that shit you was sayin' like you was so tough?
I am calling out someone who talks a big game but can't back it up with action.
They gon' have to carry your mans if he approach us
If someone tries to come at us aggressively, they will end up injured or dead.
Creepin' in, that glizzy'll blam when we get close up
If we sneak up on someone, we will use our firearm to quickly take them down.
Rich-ass gangster, my gun match the color of my car
I am a wealthy gangster and my gun matches the color of my car, showing off my status and wealth.
Any sudden movement and this bitch go, "Fah, fah"
If someone makes a sudden move, my gun will go off quickly, making the sound "fah fah".
Bet I have 'em huggin' Allah
I am so skilled with my gun that if I use it on someone, they will die and end up in heaven, "hugging Allah".
I'm the G.O.A.T., I'm a thug, I'm a star
I am the Greatest Of All Time and I am both a criminal and a celebrity in the eyes of many fans.
Youngins tryna clear a crowd with the heat
There are young people who are using guns to intimidate or disperse crowds of people.
When you ridin', better keep a .40 cal' by the seat
When you are driving around, you should always have a .40 caliber gun nearby in case of danger.
He was bangin' wrong 'til they found him deceased
Someone was involved in gang activity but ended up dead because they made a mistake or crossed the wrong people.
It's a whole lot of evil roamin' 'round in the streets, uh
There are many dangerous and malicious people out on the streets.
So you better look both ways, make your soul shake
You should be very cautious and scared because the danger is everywhere.
Demons standin' in the doorway
There are evil people or spirits in your path who can harm or kill you.
Tell me, Annie, are you okay? Screamin' out, "No way"
I reference the famous Michael Jackson song "Smooth Criminal" where he asks a woman named Annie if she is okay, but in my version, she is not okay and is screaming out in fear.
Still on that bullshit, MJ
I am still focused on my criminal activity, just like Michael Jackson was known for his controversial personal life.
Really one of the hottest, and I never dropped a mixtape
I am one of the most popular rappers right now and I have not even released a mixtape yet.
All my life I had to risk-take
I have lived my life taking risks and putting myself in dangerous situations.
But if they come and try me, .40 kickin' 'til my wrist break
If someone tries to harm me, I will use my .40 caliber gun until my wrist is sore from shooting it so much.
Let anybody in this bitch play
If anyone tries to start trouble or disrespect me or my crew, there will be consequences.
I'ma have my C's leave his ass in the ground with the stiff face
My associates, who I refer to as my "C's", will kill someone and leave their dead body lying in the ground with a lifeless expression.
Where I'm from, all the killers turn hood legend
In my community, people who kill others become legendary figures and are respected for their criminal activity.
And they known through them blocks like Dikembe
People in my neighborhood know these killers well, just like how basketball star Dikembe Mutombo was known for his skill and popularity.
Totin' on somethin' bigger than The Great Khali
I am carrying a gun that is larger than the famous wrestler The Great Khali, showing my readiness for danger.
Thirty shots'll knock 'em down like Muhammad Ali
I have 30 shots in my gun and if I shoot them all, it will knock down someone just like how the boxer Muhammad Ali knocked down his opponents.
Do the race, scratch off in a Trackhawk Jeep
I will race away from the scene of a crime in a Jeep Trackhawk, planning to escape being caught.
Catch him lackin', then it's R.I.P., bitch
If I catch someone off guard, they will end up dead and their fate will be "rest in peace".
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Michael Jackson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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