Unfortunately for Prof, there’s an underlying seriousness to his lyrics that he tries his hardest to cover with layer upon layer of party-perfect beats and rhymes. Growing up on the South Side of Minneapolis, Prof matured in step with the local hip-hop scene. In his 24 years, he’s seen some shit that can’t help but escape from his memory and into his songs, lending his lines the kind of wisdom that can only be born on hard city streets. He started free styling in eighth grade and, although he likes to have fun with his music, the swiftness of his rise to local fame shows how seriously he regards his rap career.
A rowdy young buck who loves a good time, Prof wants his music to inspire others to party it up with him. In a world where credibility is currency, Prof sticks a middle finger to those who feel hip-hop should be straight-faced and serious.
“Everyone’s trying to be a preacher or a politician— telling you how to live your life,” he says. “I’m not running for Senate. I’m doing this for fun and I don’t watch my mouth.”
Prof’s debut solo album, Project Gampo, definitely made a lasting impression on local music critics and hip-hop heads. “Prof is wall-to-wall here in all his glory, with clever one-liners out the a**, hyperactive and delicious vocab spills popped like collars- picture a supreme smarta** with gorilla swagger and a mouth as fast as his mind… Point blank, this kid’s got more flavor and flow than all five of your favorite MCs combined.” (City Pages, May 12, 2008)
The Reply
Prof Lyrics
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Let's do this
No dubs, one take
Let's go
To which I reply:
Ain't no way in hell that you can muscle me homie
Only if you will try to fuck with me now they mushing baloney
First second third fourth 'n the fifth
Of course I'm the shit
I've had so many women
I start to think I'm assisted living
I thought of Santa Clause for all the gifts my dick's been givin'
All them chicks been kickin' with 'em
All it is is pimpin-ism
Listen, women, Kaiser Von Powderhorn is up in your kitchen!
And these haters start to trippin'
I'm gettin' more money than a motherfuckin' Christian
True, young prof is a baller
You can call the hater line I'll pick the first caller
Sunk so many rappers
I'm a sure father
Been with your baby mama motherfucker, cute daughter
Don't make me bring her toys out
Motherfuckers know I get intense like boy scouts
I'm the greatest
Don't front, I'm the greatest
Bitch please, I'm the greatest
Fuck you, I'm the greatest
Suck my dick, I'm the greatest
Bitch please, I'm the greatest
Fuck you, I'm the greatest
Don't front, I'm the greatest
I'm fuckin' Lyndsey Lohan, broham
A player got her open
A trip to Vegas, for a little eloping
I'm Beyonce's fiance, I'm picante
You lookin for a double date, Kanye?
Fuck it, there's a mermaid in my bathtub
The motherfucker's only there to give backrubs
How much an ostrich cost bitch?
Put it in a mosh pit
At my show and jump in like, "Watch this!"
Bitch please, got whiskey out the faucet
Little girls will hold my hair in case I get nauseous
Deal, mother fucker that's a bonus
Cut my girls hair so I can think I'm fucking Jonas
Oh brother, I don't slow brother
Everybody knows I'm a cold mo-fucker
I'm thinkin' this is the end
Like OMG, I've outdone myself again
I'm the greatest
Don't front, I'm the greatest
Bitch please, I'm the greatest
Fuck you, I'm the greatest
Suck my dick, I'm the greatest
Bitch please, I'm the greatest
Fuck you I'm the greatest
Don't front I'm the greatest
In the opening lines of Prof's song, "The Reply," he confidently proclaims that he's about to spit some pure rap that will be done in one take, without any overdubs. He's ready to showcase his skills and take on any challengers. The rest of the song is essentially a response to someone trying to go up against him. Prof asserts that no one can "muscle" him or mess with him, and anyone who tries will find themselves making a fool of themselves ("mushing baloney").
The lyrics also delve into his self-perceived status as a ladies' man, with boasts about how many women he's had and how skilled he is in the bedroom. He name-drops Lindsay Lohan and refers to himself as Beyonce's fiancé. There's also a reference to an ostrich, which he suggests putting in a mosh pit at one of his shows. Throughout the song, he exudes a confidence that could come across as arrogant, but ultimately it's clear that he's just having fun with the persona he's created.
Overall, "The Reply" is a braggadocious rap song that's meant to showcase Prof's wit, humor, and tenacity as a rapper. It's not necessarily meant to be taken seriously, but it's hard not to appreciate his lyrical flow and the way he effortlessly spits out rhymes.
Line by Line Meaning
Pure rap shit
Let's start this rap and keep it pure
Let's do this
Let's go all out and do this rap full throttle
No dubs, one take
We're not doing any retakes, this rap is being done in one go
Let's go
Get ready, let's start this rap now
Ain't no way in hell that you can muscle me homie
There's no chance you can intimidate me
Only if you will try to fuck with me now they mushing baloney
Only those who try to mess with me end up being bashed
Ain't no ho can get between a horse and his dick
No woman can come between a man and his desires
First second third fourth 'n the fifth
I've been with many women
Of course I'm the shit
I know I'm amazing
I've had so many women
I'm experienced in women
I start to think I'm assisted living
I feel like I'm in a care home with all my experiences
I thought of Santa Clause for all the gifts my dick's been givin'
I should be giving out gifts for all the times I've pleased women
All them chicks been kickin' with 'em
I've spent quality time and made connections with many women
All it is is pimpin-ism
It's all about being a player
Listen, women, Kaiser Von Powderhorn is up in your kitchen!
Women, watch out, I'm coming to make an impression in your life
And these haters start to trippin'
Others may start hating on me
I'm gettin' more money than a motherfuckin' Christian
I'm earning more money than someone who claims to be wealthy
True, young prof is a baller
I'm a successful and confident individual
You can call the hater line I'll pick the first caller
Don't hesitate to call me out, I'll be waiting for it and respond instantly
Sunk so many rappers
I've defeated many rappers in freestyle battles
I'm a sure father
I'm definitely a father to some kids
Been with your baby mama motherfucker, cute daughter
I've been with your child's mother and I'm interested in your young and attractive daughter
Don't make me bring her toys out
Don't push me to do something that will harm you
Motherfuckers know I get intense like boy scouts
People already know that I can get intense like a boy scout
I'm the greatest
I see myself as the greatest
Don't front, I'm the greatest
Don't try to deny it, I'm the greatest
Bitch please, I'm the greatest
I'm so great, don't even think of questioning it
Fuck you, I'm the greatest
I'm seriously the greatest, how dare you think differently?
Suck my dick, I'm the greatest
I'm even challenging you to suck my dick because I'm that great
I'm fuckin' Lyndsey Lohan, broham
I'm having sex with famous people like Lyndsey Lohan, dude
A player got her open
I was able to seduce her easily
A trip to Vegas, for a little eloping
We went to Vegas to get married quickly
I'm Beyonce's fiance, I'm picante
I'm engaged to Beyonce and hot and spicy (in more ways than one)
You lookin for a double date, Kanye?
Do you want to double date with me and your friend Kanye?
Fuck it, there's a mermaid in my bathtub
I don't care, there's even a mythical creature in my bathtub
The motherfucker's only there to give backrubs
The mermaid is only there to give massages
How much an ostrich cost bitch?
I'm curious about the price of an ostrich
Put it in a mosh pit
I'd even put an ostrich in a mosh pit (if I had one)
At my show and jump in like, "Watch this!"
I want people to jump in the mosh pit during my show to see how wild it can get
Bitch please, got whiskey out the faucet
I'm so rich that I have whiskey flowing out of my faucet
Little girls will hold my hair in case I get nauseous
Even young fans will take care of me when I'm feeling sick
Deal, mother fucker that's a bonus
That's just an added benefit for me
Cut my girls hair so I can think I'm fucking Jonas
I'm trying to imagine I'm the Jonas Brothers while having sex with someone
Oh brother, I don't slow brother
I don't rest or slow down at all, bro
Everybody knows I'm a cold mo-fucker
Everyone knows I'm a tough, badass person
I'm thinkin' this is the end
I'm wondering if this is the end of my rap career
Like OMG, I've outdone myself again
I'm feeling amazed at my own skills once more
Contributed by Anna N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@CurtissKingTV
PROF killed this shit, glad to be apart of this record!
The Reply (Produced by Curtiss King)
@LL-ls1hz
This song is what turned me onto him
@f.t.m.t.v.3797
This beat bangs bro, makes me want to fuck shit up
@themur103
I love Prof. I love Rhymesayers. This may not be his best work but he is one hell of an artist and puts on some of the best shows around MN. Say what you will. I support it. #soundet
@emceeTYPE
Cheers to PROF for staying true to HIS sound and even more props to RSE for expanding and releasing something with a different feel to it. Dope is dope. Don't forget that, rap fans! True artists don't stay inside a box. This is good.
@kaska522
Hate his work if you want, but I'll never be able to forget how he completely bodied the crowd at Soundset 2013. This guy's got talent and puts on one of the best live performances I've ever seen.
@ajvillaloboz
I first found out about Prof when he opened for Grieves back in 2011 & I've been a fan ever since. Out of all the shows I've been to, Prof is still my favorite live performer! So wild! Keep doing your thing Prof :) & congrats on signing to Rhymesayers!
@dEViN1887
Just because it's boast rap doesn't mean it sucks. This was decently lyrical & funny, overall entertaining. This is first i'm hearing of this guy & i love it. You don't have to like it, but don't act like it's inferior
@addled_catalyst
Devin Menge check out bar breaker
@dEViN1887
hell yea im all about prof