Demeanor
Pop Smoke Lyrics


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Ooh (oh)
Baba treesha (oh)
Oh

I'm flirtin' with your baba treesha (treesha)
Shorty said she like my demeanor (demeanor)
And she look like a eater (eater)
I'm off the Perky geekin' (yeah)
I'm flirtin' with your baba treesha (treesha)
Shorty said she like my demeanor (demeanor)
And she look like a eater (eater)
I'm off the perky geekin' (yeah)

Wait, wait
Oh, wait
Ooh
Ooh

Fishbowl, send shots, bend blocks, send 'em back (yeah)
Earthquakes and ceiling cracks, all my niggas into that
You send a shot, we send it back, all facts, no cap (none)
Put my hat to the back (back), a hunnid thousand in the bag
Look, eleven dollars a hour ain't enough to live (nah)
So I'ma go in every store and I'ma swipe this shit (yeah, yeah)
They tryna lock a nigga up and I'm like, "Fuck a bid" (yeah)
'Cause either way, mommy gon' still love her kid (she gon' love me)
I just took twenty from the city they like, "Who is you?" (Who that? Woo)
A lotta niggas talkin' shit that they don't really do (ah, yeah)
I'm 'bout to turn my Air Force 1's into a Gucci shoe (yeah, yeah)
I'm 'bout to turn my Timberlands into a Yeezy boot (oh)
My president black, bandana is blue (you know what I'm sayin'?)
Diamonds hittin', got me glistenin' like I came out the pool
I'm so exotic like I came out the zoo (no)
But I shot out the coupe (no)
I got a scope with a clear eye view, woo (yeah)

I'm flirtin' with your baba treesha (treesha)
Shorty said she like my demeanor (demeanor)
And she look like a eater (eater)
I'm off the Perky geekin' (yeah)
I'm flirtin' with your baba treesha (treesha)
Shorty said she like my demeanor (demeanor)
And she look like a eater (eater)
I'm off the Perky geekin'

Wait, wait
Oh, wait (my demeanor is meaner than yours)
Ooh
Ooh

Female alpha
And I practice what I preach, I devour
Tell me, can you take the heat?
You can touch with your eyes only
I know you like what you see
That "Je ne sais quoi" energy
Baby, get on your knees

You can't say Pop without Smoke
So fill up with your lungs
My diamonds will make you choke
You like the way I move
My demeanor is meaner than yours
So clap for the encore
You can't say Pop without Smoke
So fill up with your lungs
My diamonds will make you choke
You like the way I move
My demeanor is meaner than yours
So clap for the encore

I'm flirtin' with your baba treesha (treesha)
Shorty said she like my demeanor (demeanor)
And she look like a eater (eater)
I'm off the Perky geekin' (yeah)
I'm flirtin' with your baba treesha (treesha)
Shorty said she like my demeanor (demeanor)
And she look like a eater (eater)
I'm off the Perky geekin'

Wait, wait
Oh, wait (my demeanor is meaner than yours)




Ooh
Ooh

Overall Meaning

The song "Demeanor" by Pop Smoke and Dua Lipa starts with a repetitive hook that uses the phrase "Baba treesha," which is a Jamaican Patois expression that means attractive woman. The lyrics are about Pop Smoke flirting with different women and enjoying his success. He is under the influence of drugs, specifically Perky, which is a slang term for Percocet, and he feels confident and invincible. Pop Smoke talks about his lifestyle of making money, stealing, and living on the edge. He even mentions the low wage rates that make him resort to theft. However, he also mentions his love for his mother, who accepts him no matter what.


The second verse is Pop Smoke's rap, where he talks about his success, his expensive jewelry, and his style. He likens his stylish footwear to brands such as Gucci and Yeezy. He asserts his dominance as an alpha male and brags about his unique features that make him stand out, such as his exotic look. Pop Smoke concludes the third verse with a warning to his enemies that he has sharp vision and a sniper's aim.


The song then transitions back to the chorus that repeats the idea of Pop Smoke flirting with attractive women, all while being high on drugs. The song's underlying message is one of living life to the fullest, being confident and proud of oneself, and enjoying the rewards of success.


Line by Line Meaning

Ooh (oh)
Expressing excitement and anticipation


Baba treesha (oh)
An emphasis or slang term used for marijuana or marijuana smoking


Oh
Expressing excitement and anticipation


I'm flirtin' with your baba treesha (treesha)
I am consuming your marijuana and enjoying it


Shorty said she like my demeanor (demeanor)
The girl is attracted to my personality and how I carry myself


And she look like a eater (eater)
She appears to have a sexual appetite that matches mine


I'm off the Perky geekin' (yeah)
I am under the influence of Percocet, and it's making me feel good


Fishbowl, send shots, bend blocks, send 'em back (yeah)
My team and I are ready for any confrontation or threat and will retaliate with force


Earthquakes and ceiling cracks, all my niggas into that
We like to make noise and destruction wherever we go


You send a shot, we send it back, all facts, no cap (none)
If you start a fight with me, I will fight back even harder


Put my hat to the back (back), a hunnid thousand in the bag
I'm feeling confident with my wealth and success


Look, eleven dollars an hour ain't enough to live (nah)
Minimum wage is not enough to support oneself


So I'ma go in every store and I'ma swipe this shit (yeah, yeah)
I will steal whatever I need to because I feel it's justified


'Cause either way, mommy gon' still love her kid (she gon' love me)
No matter what I do, my mother will still love me


I just took twenty from the city they like, "Who is you?" (Who that? Woo)
I just stole twenty dollars from someone and got away with it


A lotta niggas talkin' shit that they don't really do (ah, yeah)
Many people speak bravely but are not brave


I'm 'bout to turn my Air Force 1's into a Gucci shoe (yeah, yeah)
I am going to make my simple shoes look expensive with my wealth and creativity


I'm 'bout to turn my Timberlands into a Yeezy boot (oh)
I am going to renovate my boots using my fashion taste


My president black, bandana is blue (you know what I'm sayin'?)
I'm talking about the colors of the American flag and the colors of a gang rag at the same time


Diamonds hittin', got me glistenin' like I came out the pool
My shining diamonds make me look wet and attractive like someone who just got out of the swimming pool


I'm so exotic like I came out the zoo (no)
My unique appearance and style, make me stand out like an exotic animal that was raised in the zoo


But I shot out the coupe (no)
I drove off from the scene in a sporty car


I got a scope with a clear eye view, woo (yeah)
I take a close, accurate look at my enemies with my gun scope before attacking


Female alpha
I am a strong and dominant female figure


And I practice what I preach, I devour
I live to my own standards and consume everything around me, including men


Tell me, can you take the heat?
I am daring you to try and keep up with me


You can touch with your eyes only
You can only admire me from afar


I know you like what you see
You are enamored with my beauty and strength


That "Je ne sais quoi" energy
I have a certain magnetic quality about me that you can't define or explain


Baby, get on your knees
I am asking you to submit to my dominance and kneel before me


You can't say Pop without Smoke
My name and Pop Smoke's name are intertwined and inseparable


So fill up with your lungs
Prepare yourself for an amazing experience


My diamonds will make you choke
My expensive and shiny diamonds will leave you speechless


You like the way I move
You admire my confidence and grace


My demeanor is meaner than yours
I have a more dominant and intimidating presence than you


So clap for the encore
Applaud me and anticipate my next move




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Abkco Music Inc., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bashar Barakah Jackson, Clarence Bernard Coffee, Daniel Mizrahi, Dru Decaro, Dua Lipa, Michael Louis Gomes, Ryan Presson, Sarah Hudson, Steven William Victor

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