Boom
Royce Da 5'9'' feat. Eminem Lyrics

Uhh.. boom...
The song begins with an explosion sound followed by Royce introducing himself and the word "boom".

Tick tick tick.. yeah.. 5'9 uhh
The ticking sound in the background creates a sense of urgency and danger, while Royce introduces himself again with emphasis on his name "5'9".

I'm the verbal-spit Smith Wesson
Royce compares himself to a Smith and Wesson gun that fires verbal ammunition instead of bullets.

I unload with sick spit the quick wick could split a split-second
Royce's words are fired so quickly and with so much force that they can cause damage in the time it takes for a fuse to burn down.

Bomb with a lit wick expression
Royce's rapping is explosive and dangerous like a bomb that's about to go off.

You hear a tick tick then you testin..
The ticking sound represents Royce's flow and as it gets faster, it's like a test for the listener to keep up with him.

My saliva and spit can split thread into fiber and bits
Royce's rhymes are so sharp and precise that they can cut through anything, even thread.

So trust me, I'm as live as it gets
Royce claims to be one of the greatest MCs alive.

Everybody claimin they the best and head the throne
Royce is referring to the exaggeration and boasting that other rappers do about their skills and status in the industry.

Since B.I.G is gone, if you ask me, they +Dead Wrong+
Royce doesn't think anyone has been able to fill the void left by the late Notorious B.I.G and he dismisses anyone who claims to be the "best".

My flow is hotter than the flash from the click
Royce's rap style is so intense that it's like feeling the heat from a gun when it's fired.

When the hammer slaps the bullet on the ass from the clip
Royce continues the gun metaphor by describing the action of firing a gun and the bullet leaving the clip.

You wind up in a room full of my dawgs
Royce warns his opponents that his crew is ready to attack and they're like a pack of dogs.

I'll have you feeling like a fire hydrant in a room full of dogs
Royce's crew is so powerful and dominant that his opponents will feel like they're defenseless in front of them, like a fire hydrant would be against a pack of dogs.

So come, come now, get pissed on, shitted on
Royce is daring anyone who wants to challenge him to step up, knowing they'll be humiliated in the end.

Tough talk turns to, "Can't we all just get along"
Royce mocks rappers who talk a lot but quickly change their tune when confronted with real danger.

You get blazed when the mic's off, shot when it's on
Royce warns that talking tough when the mic is off means nothing, but when it's on, you could get shot down by his rhymes.

You probably ducked when they laid the gun shot in your song
Royce is referencing a real-life incident where a rapper got shot after making a diss song about another rapper. He's suggesting that other rappers who make these types of songs are scared and hiding when the retaliation comes.

My gun strrr-utters when it speaks to you
Royce's rhymes are delivered with a stuttering effect similar to the sound of a gun firing.

Utter shit to repeat to you
Royce's rhymes are so impactful that it's like he's speaking shit to his opponents.

Nothing the clip, then give a speech to you
Royce is comparing the action of filling up the ammo clip to preparing himself to deliver a powerful speech (his rhymes) to his audience.

Me and Premier, we kind of the same in ways
Royce is comparing himself to DJ Premier and pointing out similarities between them as talented musicians.

We both speak with our hands in dangerous ways
Royce and Premier are skilled at what they do and use their abilities to create dangerous, impactful music.

Rap now is a circus of clowns
Royce is criticizing the current state of rap music, which he sees as a bunch of gimmicks and performance stunts, rather than genuine talent.

A whole lot of lip from cliques I'd probably rap circles around
Royce is confident in his skills and suggests that the other rappers in his circle couldn't compete with him lyrically.

I'm the next best to reach a peak formerly known as the best keep secret, I guess that I just leaked it
Royce believes that he hasn't reached his highest potential yet, but he's confident that he'll surpass all other rappers before him. He's also suggesting that he's revealing his talent to the world, ending the era of being an underrated artist.

"Somebody better duck or (RUN) Somebody better (Watch out cuz he's bout to blow up)"
The hook of the song portrays Royce and Eminem as dangerous and explosive. Listeners are warned to beware and take defensive measures.

"I'm a motherfuckin star, I don't battle no mo" I provide the the gun clappin around of applause after ya show
Royce is at the top of his game and doesn't see any competition worthy of a battle. He's more focused on delivering great music and being celebrated by his fans.

"Steppin around all ya punches like, 'That's all you got?'" Everyday I'm meetin somebody and all of they peeps Quick to shake a nigga's hand and show me all of they teeth
Royce isn't impressed with other rappers' abilities and finds their attempts to engage in a battle are weak. He's confident and knows how to make the competition seem small. Also, he encounters many people who pretend to know him and act like his fans, but he sees through their flattery.

"And these bitches I be pattin they asses" They be all dumb and googly-eyed lookin at me, battin they lashes
Royce is getting attention and admiration from girls who are impressed by his success and confidence. He's enjoying the moment and appreciates his fans' support.

"Rappers think Detroit niggaz not as down as them" Or since I'm down with Slim that I sound like him
Royce is aware of the stereotypes surrounding rappers from Detroit, which he doesn't agree with. He's also aware of comparisons to Eminem (Slim) who he's associated with and thinks he's being boxed into a category he doesn't belong to.

"Quick to judge me and tell me that my hook might sell" And say faggot shit to me like I look like L
Royce faces criticism from people who don't understand his creative process and try to make him conform to mainstream standards. He also faces homophobic remarks and is compared to another rapper (L) unfairly.

"My advice quit talking it's over" I was knockin niggaz out when you was knockin sticks offa they shoulders
Royce thinks that people who challenge him are wasting their time and should give up. He's been in the game for a long time and has more experience than most rappers. His rhymes have been powerful since day one, so he's far ahead of his competitors.

"I got dirt done in my past, I know y'all sweat" I got regrets older than some of you so called vets
Royce admits that he's made mistakes in his life and has regrets, but he's not hiding from them. He's been around the industry for longer compared to many of his competitors and has a lot of experience under his belt.

"Niggaz say I found God with the flow" Bring the police to the studio and bring the bomb squad to the show
Royce's skills have improved so much that people think he's found a divine inspiration to rap. When he appears on stage or in the studio, it's like a dangerous situation and he's bringing an explosive package of rhymes.

"Ain't a nigga touching mines" When you listen to my shit - you don't chew, you don't breathe, you'll miss a fucking line
Royce is confident in his abilities and warns anyone who tries to imitate him that they'll fail. He's also acknowledging that his rhymes are fast-paced and listeners would need to pay close attention to not miss any lines.

"Every time I spit, I tick to show you it's hot" Leave me in the deck too long I blow up your box
Royce's rhymes are high-energy, explosive and intense. The ticking in the background represents Royce's flow and it's getting faster, matching the speed of ticking. He's comparing his style to a bomb and warns that if you leave his music (in a deck) for too long, it'll blow up and damage your equipment.

"God..God-damn!" Royce 5'9"
The song ends with the same explosive sound that it started with, followed by Royce's name. The usage of god (to emphasize the intensity) suggests that he's a legendary rapper and deserves respect.