Villain
Simon Servida Lyrics

Local boy, local boy, make a killing
The singer is proud of being from the same area as the listener, and encourages them to succeed and make a lot of money.

Scraping pennies now we turn it to a million
The singer started with very little money, but has been able to turn it into a large amount through hard work and determination.

All this money on me got me feeling different
Having a lot of money has changed the singer, and they feel like they are living a different life than before.

All this money got me feeling like a villain
The artist feels like they are doing something wrong or bad because they have so much money, and they are aware that others may view them negatively because of it.

Feeling like a villain, feeling like a villain
The artist emphasizes their feeling of being like a villain because of their wealth.

Local boy, local boy, make a killing
The singer repeats their earlier encouragement to the listener to make a lot of money and be successful.

Scraping pennies now we stack it to the ceiling
The singer has been able to save and accumulate a lot of money, to the point where they have so much that it fills up their living space.

All this money, I don't care about your feelings
The artist has become somewhat callous and indifferent to others' feelings or concerns now that they have so much money.

Icy viens, cold shoulders, I'm just chillin
The artist is portraying themselves as cold and unfeeling, detached from the world around them and unbothered by others' opinions.

Cold city, hailing from Toronto
The artist is from a place that is known for being harsh and unforgiving, contributing to their tough attitude.

Caution, bad man, beat it up like bongos
The singer is warning others to be careful around them, because they are dangerous and will attack aggressively.

Play you like a console
The artist is comparing their interactions with others to playing a video game, indicating that they have a detached and competitive approach to relationships.

Rougher than a mosh pit
The singer is very intense and chaotic, likening themselves to the wild energy of a mosh pit at a concert.

Hands come out like John Doe cause pencil game like John Wick
The singer is skilled with words and able to use them to their advantage, like the character John Wick is able to use his fighting skills to take down enemies.

I am too advanced, you can't understand me
The singer sees themselves as more evolved or sophisticated than others around them, and feels others are not able to comprehend their mindset or approach to life.

It ain't sweet, coming at your head like candy
The artist is aggressive and confrontational, warning others that they will not be treated kindly or with sugarcoated words.

All these rappers getting eaten in the pantry
The artist sees themselves as far more successful than other rappers, who they liken to small animals who can be easily consumed or defeated.

With some fava beans and a nice chianti
The singer is referencing a famous scene from the movie Silence of the Lambs, where the villain cooks and eats parts of his victims, indicating their sinister and disturbed mindset.

Oh please, this is not a gambit, I be playing cards you rolling dice
The singer is emphasizing their strategic mindset, indicating that they are not taking risks or relying on luck to succeed, but rather have a plan and are executing it with skill.

That's why I'm on a hot streak while you cold as ice
The artist is succeeding while others are not, indicating that their approach to life is superior and they are seeing results as a result of it.

I be making moves in silence like a poltergeist
The artist is indicating that they work behind the scenes and without drawing attention to themselves, like a ghost, to achieve their goals.

Come up looking paranormal I'm just working overtime
The artist is comparing their success to something inexplicable or supernatural, but also indicating that it is the result of hard work and effort, not just good luck.

Silly boy, silly boy, you in danger
The singer is taunting or threatening someone they see as weak or foolish.

Getting careless caught you looking down the chamber
The artist is indicating that the person they are mocking has made a mistake that puts them in danger, possibly in a violent or dangerous situation.

Everybody know I only deal with bangers
The singer is indicating that they are only interested in things or people that are exceptional or impressive, and will not settle for anything less.

Put you in a tombstone Undertaker
The singer is indicating that they will defeat their opponent or enemy so severely that it will be like they are dead, leaving them no chance to recover or retaliate.

Psychopath, maniac on the scene
The singer is indicating that they are unbalanced and dangerous, possibly implying that they may be a danger to others around them.

Money on my mind, hair turning green
The artist is indicating that they are obsessing over money to the point that it is affecting their physical appearance.

In the cut while my lips cutting corners
The artist is indicating that they are staying quiet about their actions or plans, but may still be taking shortcuts or unethical actions to achieve their goals.

Yall so corny, think you funny, I'm a joker
The singer is indicating that they find others to be basic or unimpressive, while portraying themselves as more clever or entertaining.

Supervillain, superbad, lock me in a supermax
The singer is portraying themselves as a powerful and dangerous person, who could even be incarcerated in a maximum security prison.

We be doing foolish acts
The artist is acknowledging that their behavior or actions may be reckless or unwise.

Breakaway we moving fast
The artist is indicating that they are making rapid progress or seeing significant success, and are eager to continue on this trajectory.

24 karat Cartier got all you drowning
The artist is indicating that their wealth or possessions put them in a position of power or control over others, who are struggling to keep up or survive because of their actions.

Metal drip, flowing through these bars like T-1000
The singer is incorporating a reference to the movie Terminator 2, indicating that their words are like the metallic liquid robot from the film, able to flow and adapt to different contexts with ease.

The whole game turning viscous
The artist is indicating that the world of hip-hop or music in general has become cruel or merciless, and that they are willing to adapt to this new reality.

People out here moving crooked like a bishop
The singer is indicating that others are acting dishonestly or unethically, while also referencing the movement pattern of the game piece called a bishop in chess.

Antihero feel like Loki causing mischief
The singer is comparing themselves to the character Loki from the Marvel comics and movies, who is both mischievous and villainous but also has a sense of humor and charisma.

Pull up to your crib and take the wifey and the mistress
The singer is boasting about their ability to take someone's partner or mistress away from them, indicating a lack of respect or care for others' relationships.