Call Ticketron
Run the Jewels Lyrics


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Run the jewels live at the garden
Lickin' off shots and we aim for the darkness
Make it get hot for a target
Kids cook s'mores off the crotch of our targets
Kumbaya bitch
Buckle up lil' trooper
You can't get past me, I'm stuck in the future
The shit ain't all it's cracked up to be
The hover craft's cool but the air's so putrid

You can tell by the stench to the air
Blood's on the ground, opportunity is here
I'm lookin' into space like, "Is anybody there?
And if aliens are here, please tell me how near
Do you come in peace or should everybody fear?
I'll wait your reply with a blunt and a beer."
I be the high guy with the belly and the beard
Smoke signal ET, ATLiens here

Beggin' your pardon, Run the Jewels live at the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden
Li-li-live from the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden
Run the Jewels live at the garden
Run the Jewels (live from the garden)
Ru-ru-run the Jewels (live from the garden)
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden

Beggin' your pardon, Run the Jewels live at the garden
Last two pirates alive are still yargin (yargin)
My girl got my heart, it's a bargain
Lick from her lips to the crease in her garter
Her ass my religion, her love's why I'm livin'
I smoke farm to face the field full, partner
Life's a shitnado, the smoke my umbrella
The boy's back turnin' his slacks to all yella (Prick)
It's a daily lick, I slit throats with a grin that reek of pure shit
Travel by backflip, eat from the river, the panther heart taught to talk by smart chicks
Sip pure venom and skipped away grinnin'
I put that on mom, she ain't raise a Vic
Lil' fucknuts, sit
I piss on your wit, dismiss your whole shit

Live from the stage of the garden
We be the realest of the killers of the fuck shit squadron
Movin' through the streets and we lootin,' robbin'
Mobbin,' marchin', carrying our coffin
Hello everybody, this is now bank robbery
Jesse James gang, we'll walk you through the process
You don't wanna be a hero, do not let that thought process
We will put a bullet where your thoughts get processed
Get that fuck shit straight like a perm or a process
Cause forreal the money money ain't the mother fuckin' object
We just like exitement, gun fights, indigtments
High speed chase through Manhattan in the night winds
Ooh, its the thrill of the kill
Watching kill bill on a pill as I grip steerin' wheel
Cops coulda had the boy jammed I feel
But like Eddie Kane I made it I'm here

Beggin' your pardon, Run the Jewels live at the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden
Li-li-live from the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden
Run the Jewels live at the garden
Run the Jewels (live from the garden)
Ru-ru-run the Jewels (live from the garden)
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden

I'm the shamalama doomalama danger dick'll do your mama
Skeeter with the peter, never eat her, tell her see ya later
Holla 'bout tomorrow, baby, I ain't got to holler (Vroom, vroom)
My Impala pop a pussy, pop a collar
Pop a pill then chill, no pill, no Cosby
Not a raper or a taker, bonafide heartbreaker
Hit her once, hit her twice, then tell her see ya later
Got head, watch Vice at her home in Decatur

Full clip, I'm a little bit sick, come equipped
Look at what I did for the grit, got it lit, what a cinch
Brought 'em just a little pinch of the truth, and they flip
Now they hanging from my shit, lil' bit
It's the Mensch, the myth
I do push-ups nude on the edge of cliffs
The jewels come quick, all gold and bricked
Click, click, boxer cutter spit
Brother, what a trip

Beggin' your pardon, Run the Jewels live at the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden
Li-li-live from the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden
Run the Jewels live at the garden
Run the Jewels (live from the garden)
Ru-ru-run the Jewels (live from the garden)
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden





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Overall Meaning

"Call Ticketron" is a song by Run The Jewels about their live performance at Madison Square Garden, also known as The Garden. The duo is proud to be performing at the venue, as they are "Run The Jewels live at the garden." They are "lickin' off shots" and "aiming for the darkness" to make things hot for the audience, who cook "s'mores off the crotch of our targets." Despite this, they still have a sense of humor, singing "Kumbaya bitch" before warning fans to "buckle up lil' trooper."


The lyrics also touch on darker themes, such as the stench of the air and blood on the ground. The space exploration theme also appears, asking if there are aliens and if they come in peace. The duo's love for smoking and drinking is also present. They mention their admiration for their girlfriends and the importance of love, with the chorus reiterating excitement for their concert. The verses feature erratic rhythms and loud, impactful delivery, creating an intense experience for the listener.


Line by Line Meaning

Run the jewels live at the garden
Run the Jewels are performing live at a venue called 'The Garden'.


Lickin' off shots and we aim for the darkness
They are shooting guns into darkness, probably for fun or to create a dramatic effect.


Make it get hot for a target
They want to make things intense and exciting for their audience.


Kids cook s'mores off the crotch of our targets
Their targets are metaphorical and not real people, but they are appealing to their audience's desire to rebel and break rules.


Kumbaya bitch
They are mocking the idea of singing 'Kumbaya' and trying to create a sense of unity.


Buckle up lil' trooper
They are inviting their audience to join them on this exciting and wild ride.


You can't get past me, I'm stuck in the future
They are ahead of the curve and think differently from most people, which gives them an edge.


The shit ain't all it's cracked up to be
They are disillusioned by the hype and expectations that people have for them.


The hover craft's cool but the air's so putrid
They recognize that while some things may be flashy and impressive, they might not be worth it in the end.


You can tell by the stench to the air
They are emphasizing the negative qualities of something not living up to expectations.


Blood's on the ground, opportunity is here
They recognize that amidst chaos and negativity, there can be opportunity for growth and change.


I'm lookin' into space like, "Is anybody there?
They are contemplating the mysteries of the universe and questioning if there is intelligent life beyond Earth.


And if aliens are here, please tell me how near
They want to know if there really are aliens among us and how close they are to us.


Do you come in peace or should everybody fear?
They are wondering if aliens are friendly or if they pose a threat to humanity.


I'll wait your reply with a blunt and a beer."
They are ready to receive an answer to these questions, while enjoying some weed and alcohol.


I be the high guy with the belly and the beard
They are describing themselves as a stoner with a belly and a beard.


Smoke signal ET, ATLiens here
They are relating themselves to aliens and using a metaphor to describe their Atlanta origins.


Beggin' your pardon, Run the Jewels live at the garden
They are politely announcing their presence and introducing themselves as Run the Jewels, performing at The Garden.


Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden
They are emphasizing that they are performing live and that this is a special event.


Ru-ru-run the Jewels (live from the garden)
They are reminding people of their name and the fact that they are performing live from The Garden.


Last two pirates alive are still yargin (yargin)
They are comparing themselves to pirates and saying that even though they are the last ones left, they are still fighting and causing trouble.


My girl got my heart, it's a bargain
They are saying that their significant other has won their heart and that it was a good deal for both of them.


Lick from her lips to the crease in her garter
They are describing their attraction to their partner and giving a sensual image of what they enjoy doing with them.


Her ass my religion, her love's why I'm livin'
They are saying that their partner is very important to them and that they are the reason they are alive and thriving.


I smoke farm to face the field full, partner
They are smoking a lot of weed and enjoying the simple pleasures of life.


Life's a shitnado, the smoke my umbrella
They are acknowledging that life can be tumultuous and difficult, but they have found a way to cope and protect themselves by smoking weed.


The boy's back turnin' his slacks to all yella (Prick)
They are making fun of someone else who is changing their style and becoming petty and annoying.


It's a daily lick, I slit throats with a grin that reek of pure shit
They are describing how they are constantly hustling and potentially harming others in order to get ahead in life.


Travel by backflip, eat from the river, the panther heart taught to talk by smart chicks
They are describing how skilled and adaptable they are, using playful imagery to drive the point home.


Sip pure venom and skipped away grinnin'
They are saying that they are able to consume dangerous substances and still be happy and carefree afterwards.


I put that on mom, she ain't raise a Vic
They are saying that even though their life may seem dangerous or reckless, their mother raised them to be strong and independent.


Lil' fucknuts, sit
They are telling someone to calm down and sit, possibly insulting them at the same time by calling them 'fucknuts'.


I piss on your wit, dismiss your whole shit
They are saying that someone else's ideas or opinions are not worth their time and that they don't have any respect for them.


Live from the stage of the garden
They are once again emphasizing that they are performing live at The Garden.


We be the realest of the killers of the fuck shit squadron
They are proclaiming that they are the best at what they do and that they are part of a group that is dedicated to destroying negativity and bad influences.


Movin' through the streets and we lootin,' robbin'
They are describing themselves as being wild and unpredictable, willing to do whatever it takes to survive and thrive.


Mobbin,' marchin', carrying our coffin
They are using a metaphor to describe how they are reckless and self-destructive, willing to go to extreme lengths to achieve their goals.


Hello everybody, this is now bank robbery
They are jokingly announcing that they are going to rob a bank, but this could also be a metaphor for disrupting social norms and breaking rules.


Jesse James gang, we'll walk you through the process
They are comparing themselves to a famous group of outlaws and saying that they are capable of guiding others on a similar path.


You don't wanna be a hero, do not let that thought process
They are warning others that trying to stop them or play the hero will not end well.


We will put a bullet where your thoughts get processed
They are threatening violence and saying that they will literally shoot someone in the head where their thoughts are located.


Get that fuck shit straight like a perm or a process
They are once again emphasizing that they don't have time for anyone who is fake or not serious.


Cause forreal, the money money ain't the mother fuckin' object
They are saying that they aren't just in it for the money and that they have other motives for their actions.


We just like exitement, gun fights, indigtments
They are saying that what really gets them going is danger and excitement, not money or fame.


High speed chase through Manhattan in the night winds
They are inventing a thrilling scenario and making it seem like they are invincible.


Ooh, its the thrill of the kill
They are once again emphasizing their desire for excitement and danger.


Watching kill bill on a pill as I grip steerin' wheel
They are combining two exciting experiences (watching Kill Bill and driving) and amplifying them by taking drugs.


Cops coulda had the boy jammed I feel
They are acknowledging that they could get in trouble with the police for their actions, but they don't care.


But like Eddie Kane I made it I'm here
They are saying that they have overcome obstacles to achieve their goals, much like the character Eddie Kane in the movie The Five Heartbeats.


I'm the shamalama doomalama danger dick'll do your mama
They are using vulgar and aggressive language to describe their sexual prowess and danger.


Skeeter with the peter, never eat her, tell her see ya later
They are using even more vulgar language to describe their sexual encounters and implying that they never stick around for long.


Holla 'bout tomorrow, baby, I ain't got to holler (Vroom, vroom)
They are saying that they are confident in themselves and don't need to worry about the future.


My Impala pop a pussy, pop a collar
They are describing their car and making sexual innuendos about it.


Pop a pill then chill, no pill, no Cosby
They are saying that they can relax and enjoy themselves without any drugs or external influences.


Not a raper or a taker, bonafide heartbreaker
They are saying that they are not criminals or thieves, but they are skilled at charming and breaking hearts.


Hit her once, hit her twice, then tell her see ya later
They are describing their behavior towards women and implying that they don't form meaningful relationships.


Got head, watch Vice at her home in Decatur
They are once again referring to their sexual exploits and bragging about their lifestyle.


Full clip, I'm a little bit sick, come equipped
They are saying that they are prepared for any situation and are ready to take on anything.


Look at what I did for the grit, got it lit, what a cinch
They are bragging about their accomplishments and saying that they are successful because of their skills and hard work.


Brought 'em just a little pinch of the truth, and they flip
They are saying that their music and message is powerful and can change people's perspectives and emotions.


Now they hanging from my shit, lil' bit
They are saying that people are now fans of theirs and are impressed by what they do.


It's the Mensch, the myth
They are calling themselves a legend and a myth, implying that they are larger than life and have made a major impact on the music scene.


I do push-ups nude on the edge of cliffs
They are using absurd and humorous imagery to paint a picture of themselves as confident and audacious.


The jewels come quick, all gold and bricked
They are saying that their music is high quality and valuable, and that they produce it quickly and easily.


Click, click, boxer cutter spit
They are saying that they are ready for anything and are armed, using violent and aggressive language.


Brother, what a trip
They are reflecting on their lives and their success, probably feeling grateful and humbled.


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This is additional information about how to buy tickets for their concert.




Writer(s): Wilder Zoby Schwartz, Michael Santigo Render, Torbitt Castleman Schwartz, James Brown, Jaime Meline

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

Dan Her

Live, Li-li-li-li-
Live from the Garden

[Verse 1: El-P]
Run the Jewels live at the Garden
Licking off shots and we aim for the darkness
Make it get hot for a target
Kids cook s'mores off the crotch of our targets, kumbaya bitch
Buckle up lil' trooper
Can't get past me, I'm stuck in the future
Shit ain't all it's cracked up to be
The hovercraft's cool but the air's so putrid

[Verse 2: Killer Mike]
You can tell by the stench in the air
Blood's on the ground, opportunity is here
I'm lookin' into space like "Is anybody there?
And if aliens are here, please tell me how near
Do you come in peace or should everybody fear?
I'll wait your reply with a blunt and a beer."
I be the high guy with the belly and the beard
Smoke signal ET, ATLiens here

[Hook: El-P and Ticketron]
Beggin' your pardon, Run the Jewels live at the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden
Li-li-live from the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden
Run the Jewels live at the garden
Run the Jewels— Live from the garden
Ru-ru-run the Jewels— Live from the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the-

[Verse 3: El-P]
Beggin' your pardon, Run the Jewels live at the garden
Last two pirates alive are still yargin (yarg)
My girl got my heart, it's a bargain
Lick from her lips to the crease in her garter
Her ass my religion, her love's why I'm livin'
I smoke farm to face by the field full, partner
Life's a shitnado, the smoke my umbrella
The boy's back turnin' his slacks to all yella (Prick)
It's a daily lick, I slit throats with a grin that reek of pure shit
Travel by backflip, eat from the river, the panther heart taught to talk by smart chicks
Sip pure venom and skipped away grinnin'
I put that on mom, she ain't raise a vic
Lil' fucknuts, sit
I piss on your wit, dismiss your whole shit

[Verse 4: Killer Mike]
Live from the stage of the garden
We be the realest of the killers of the fuck shit squadron
Movin' through the streets and we lootin,' robbin'
Mobbin,' marchin', carrying a carbine
Hello everybody, this is now bank robbery
Jesse James gang, we'll walk you through the process
You don't wanna be a hero, do not let that thought process
We will put a bullet where your thoughts get processed
Get that fuck shit straight like a perm or a process
'Cause for real the money money ain't the mother fuckin' object
We just like excitement, gun fights, indictments
High speed chase through Manhattan in the night winds
Ooh, it's the thrill of the kill
Watching Kill Bill on a pill as I grip steerin' wheel
Cops coulda' had the boy jammed I fear
But like Eddie Kane I made it, I'm here

[Hook: El-P and Ticketron]
Beggin' your pardon, Run the Jewels live at the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden
Li-li-live from the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden
Run the Jewels live at the garden
Run the Jewels— Live from the garden
Ru-ru-run the Jewels— Live from the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the-

[Verse 5: Killer Mike]
I'm the sama lama doo ma lama, danger dick'll do your mama
Skeeter with the peeter, never eat her, tell her see ya later
Holla 'bout tomorrow, baby, I ain't got to holler (Vroom, vroom)
My Impala pop a pussy, pop a collar
Pop a pill then chill, no Bill, no Cosby
Not a raper or a taker, bonafide heartbreaker
Hit her once, hit her twice, then tell her see ya later
Got head, watch Vice at her home in Decatur

[Verse 6: El-P]
Full clip, I'm a little bit sick, come equipped
Look at what I did for the grit, got it lit, what a cinch
Brought 'em just a little pinch of the truth, and they flip
Now they hanging from my shit, lil’ bit
It’s the Mensch, the myth
I do push-ups nude on the edge of cliffs
The jewels come quick, all gold and bricked
Click, click, box cutter spit
Brother, what a trip

[Hook: El-P and Ticketron]
Beggin' your pardon, Run the Jewels live at the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden
Li-li-live from the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden
Run the Jewels live at the garden
Run the Jewels— Live from the garden
Ru-ru-run the Jewels— Live from the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the-

[Outro: Ticketron]
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Patrick Connelly

Live, Li-li-li-li-
Live from the Garden

Run The Jewels live at the Garden
Lickin' off shots and we aim for the darkness
Make it get hot for a target
Kids cook s'mores off the crotch of our targets
Kumbaya bitch
Bucker up lil' trooper
You can't get past me, I'm stuck in the future
The shit ain't all it's cracked up to be
The hover craft's cool but the air's so putrid

You can tell by the stench in the air
Blood's on the ground, opportunity is here
I'm lookin' into space like, "Is anybody there?
And if aliens are here, please tell me how near
Do you come in peace or should everybody fear?
I'll wait your reply with a blunt and a beer."
I be the high guy with the belly and the beard
Smoke signal ET, ATLiens here

Beggin' your pardon, Run the Jewels live at the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden
Li-li-live from the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden
Run the Jewels live at the garden
Run the Jewels— Live from the garden
Ru-ru-run the Jewels— Live from the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the-

Beggin' your pardon, Run the Jewels live at the garden
Last two pirates alive are still yargin (yargin)
My girl got my heart, it's a bargain
Lick from her lips to the crease in her garter
Her ass my religion, her love's why I'm livin'
I smoke farm to face by the field full, partner
Life's a shitnado, the smoke my umbrella
The boy's back turnin' his slacks to all yella (Prick)
It's a daily lick, I slit throats with a grin that reek of pure shit
Travel by backflip, eat from the river, the panther heart taught to talk by smart chicks
Sip pure venom and skipped away grinnin'
I put that on mom, she ain't raise a Vic
Lil' fucknuts, sit
I piss on your wit, dismiss your whole shit

Live from the stage of the garden
We be the realest of the killers of the fuck shit squadron
Movin' through the streets and we lootin, ' robbin'
Mobbin, ' marchin', carrying a carbon
Hello everybody, this is now bank robbery
Jesse James gang, we'll walk you through the process
You don't wanna be a hero, do not let that thought process
We will put a bullet where your thoughts get processed
Get that fuck shit straight like a perm or a process
Cause for real the money money ain't the mother fuckin' object
We just like exitement, gun fights, indictments
High speed chase through Manhattan in the night winds
Ooh, its the thrill of the kill
Watching Kill Bill on a pill as I grip steerin' wheel
Cops coulda had the boy jammed I fear
But like Eddie Kane I made it I'm here

Beggin' your pardon, Run the Jewels live at the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden
Li-li-live from the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden
Run the Jewels live at the garden
Run the Jewels— Live from the garden
Ru-ru-run the Jewels— Live from the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the-

I'm the sama lama doo ma lama danger dick'll do your mama
Skeeter with the peeter, never eat her, tell her see ya later
Holla 'bout tomorrow, baby, I ain't got to holler (Vroom, vroom)
My Impala pop a pussy, pop a collar
Pop a pill then chill, no pill, no Cosby
Not a raper or a taker, bonafide heartbreaker
Hit her once, hit her twice, then tell her see ya later
Got head, watch Vice at her home in Decatur

Full clip, I'm a little bit sick, come equipped
Look at what I did for the grit, got it lit, what a cinch
Brought 'em just a little pinch of the truth, and they flip
Now they hanging from my shit, lil' bit
It's the Mensch, the myth
I do push-ups nude on the edge of cliffs
The jewels come quick, all gold and bricked
Click, click, boxer cutter spit
Brother, what a trip

Beggin' your pardon, Run the Jewels live at the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden
Li-li-live from the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the garden
Run the Jewels live at the garden
Run the Jewels— Live from the garden
Ru-ru-run the Jewels— Live from the garden
Li-li-li-li-li-live from the-

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And all Ticketron locations, or charge by phone



All comments from YouTube:

SoLo

2:25 Mike's flow is actually unreal. Jaw dropped on the first listen

b Champ

Check out his album R.A.P. Music. Ridiculous. In my opinion El's best produced album along with the cold vein.

Kaxenia Kristelle

Killer mike-raegan

Mayank Kumar Bhatia

Chanelling his inner BIG BOI

4tado

It's always so interesting to see how the top comment leads to the "most replayed" section

SoLo

@b Champ reply is two years too late but way ahead of you dawg 😎

I listened to R.A.P. Music just after RTJ2 dropped it's def one of the best rap albums of the 2010's

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Sean Huds

I have never heard music like this in my entire life, I am a Hungarian living in Britain, sent this song by an American on messenger, and man it's really cool.

Jimmy Pratt

British too, my English teacher loves it and she put on a clean version in class

Sean Huds

@Jimmy Pratt as British as I consider myself. This is not what I am used too. Its very different from catholic Hungarian music.

Human Phillip's

Im Martian living in the body of an Asian man who lives in Mexico but is a citizen of America. Boom ! You just got.....yeah,

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