Problems
Skis Lyrics
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Simple I can't settle for
Cocaine on my gums
Before my edibles
Ain't dumb like fun
Mine differ from yours
Massive laughs
Smacking ass
Can't divulge
But I will indulge
If my parents knew they would scold
But they ain't around
Never were
Fuck a family curse
That ain't gone work
Well not more than I do
Oo let em know
Never gon' listen at least I told em so
Ooo let em know
They listen
But really miss the point
Showing out
Can't miss this Lagerfeld
Like how all those looks feel
Cause I remember how that mud felt
16 when my house fell
Bet
Still remember how the burn felt
Yet
Got problems
Life full of those
Look for answers
No map
Don't know the road
What's good about that
Things I wouldn't see if I did
So bad
I want the bag
Got problems
Life full of those
Look for answers
No map
Don't know the road
What's good about that
Things I wouldn't see if I did
So bad I want respect
Add respect
To my name
With the goats
In my lane
Call it arrogance
Ima say you a bitch
Living as the victim
No one choose to live
We all just victim
To the system
But play it
How they give ya
Then who control the outcome
Malcom
Most live in the middle
Not Ski
Just listen to the name
22
Just started yea
Ski fill the stands
History strikes again
Got em like damn
Lost a lot of bets
This one ima win
Look at me
Look at you
Get a lil glimpse
Battle with myself
Every single line
Battle with a rapper
Take they life
Got it in a choke hold
Undertaking mine
Got problems
Life full of those
Look for answers
No map
Don't know the road
What's good about that
Things I wouldn't see if I did
So bad
I want the bag
Got problems
Life full of those
Look for answers
No map
Don't know the road
What's good about that
Things I wouldn't see if I did
So bad I want respect
The lyrics to Ski's song "Problems" delve into themes of self-expression, rebellion, and the desire for respect and recognition. The opening lines, "Going dumb, simple I can't settle for / Cocaine on my gums, before my edibles" suggest that the singer refuses to conform to societal norms and seeks out experiences that are beyond the ordinary. They find pleasure in living life on their own terms, indicated by the reference to laughter, smacking ass, and indulging in forbidden activities.
The mention of their parents and the notion that they were never around implies a sense of independence and a lack of parental influence. The singer rejects the idea of a family curse, expressing their determination not to fall into the same patterns as their parents. This rebellious spirit is further highlighted in lines like "Never gonna listen, at least I told 'em so" and "Call it arrogance, I'mma say you a bitch," suggesting a refusal to conform to societal expectations or be bound by the opinions of others.
The chorus reflects a sense of frustration and constant striving for answers in a life filled with problems. The lack of a roadmap or guidance symbolizes the uncertainty and unpredictability of their journey. While they desire the bag (financial success) and respect, they acknowledge that these things may come at a cost, preventing them from experiencing certain aspects of life or gaining a deeper understanding.
Overall, "Problems" portrays a rebellious and self-assured individual who is unafraid to challenge conventions and seeks validation and recognition but acknowledges the complexities and trade-offs that come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
Going dumb
Entering a state of mind where I'm not thinking clearly or making rational choices
Simple I can't settle for
I refuse to accept mediocrity, I strive for something greater
Cocaine on my gums
Using illicit substances to feel a certain way
Before my edibles
Taking drugs in different forms to experience different effects
Ain't dumb like fun
Having fun doesn't necessarily mean being foolish or naive
Mine differ from yours
My experiences and perspectives are unique compared to yours
Massive laughs
Having intense laughter and finding great amusement
Smacking ass
Engaging in sexual activity involving spanking
Tripping while she licking balls
Being under the influence of drugs while engaging in sexual acts
Can't divulge
I cannot reveal certain information
But I will indulge
Despite the secrecy, I will still partake in certain activities
If my parents knew they would scold
My parents would strongly disapprove if they were aware of my actions
But they ain't around
My parents are not present or involved in my life
Never were
They have never been a significant part of my life
Fuck a family curse
I reject the negative influences or patterns within my family
That ain't gone work
Those negative influences will not have power over me
Well not more than I do
I have control and power over my own life more than anyone else
Oo let em know
Expressing a desire to inform others about my experiences and perspectives
Never gon' listen at least I told em so
Even if they don't listen, I will still assert myself and speak my truth
Ooo let em know
Continuing to insist on sharing my thoughts and experiences with others
They listen
Others may hear my words
But really miss the point
However, they fail to truly understand the underlying message or meaning
Showing out
Displaying a confident and bold demeanor
Can't miss this Lagerfeld
You cannot overlook or ignore my stylish and fashionable appearance
Like how all those looks feel
It feels good when others appreciate and admire my fashion choices
Cause I remember how that mud felt
I have not forgotten the struggles and hardships I've experienced
16 when my house fell
My life took a major downturn or experienced a significant loss when I was sixteen
Bet
I confidently agree or assert my belief
Still remember how the burn felt
I can still recall the pain and hurt I felt from past experiences
Yet
However, despite the challenges, I continue to persevere
Got problems
I have various issues and challenges in my life
Life full of those
My existence is filled with these difficulties
Look for answers
I search for solutions or insights to overcome these problems
No map
There is no clear guide or path for me to follow
Don't know the road
I am uncertain of what lies ahead or how to navigate through life
What's good about that
There is nothing advantageous or positive about this situation
Things I wouldn't see if I did
There are certain experiences or lessons I would miss out on if everything was easy
So bad
I strongly desire
I want the bag
I aspire to achieve financial success and abundance
Add respect
I seek to earn and gain respect from others
To my name
I want that respect to be associated with my identity
With the goats
Among the greatest and most respected individuals in my field
In my lane
Within my own unique path and journey
Call it arrogance
Some may perceive my confidence as arrogance
Ima say you a bitch
I won't hesitate to call out someone who acts weak or cowardly
Living as the victim
Choosing to perceive oneself as constantly being mistreated or oppressed
No one choose to live
Nobody actively decides the circumstances of their birth or the challenges they face
We all just victim
We are all subject to the unpredictable and unfair aspects of life
To the system
Society and its structured systems have control or influence over our lives
But play it
Despite this, I will navigate and maneuver through the system
How they give ya
Taking advantage of the opportunities or resources the system provides
Then who control the outcome
Who ultimately has power over the results or consequences
Malcom
Referring to Malcolm X, a civil rights activist and advocate for self-determination
Most live in the middle
Many people conform to societal norms and settle for a mediocre existence
Not Ski
I, Ski, am not one of those people
Just listen to the name
Pay attention to my name and what it represents
22
My age at the time of this song's creation
Just started yea
I am still at the beginning of my journey
Ski fill the stands
My presence captivates and attracts a large audience
History strikes again
I am making an impact and leaving a mark in the music industry
Got em like damn
Others are impressed or surprised by my talent and success
Lost a lot of bets
I've experienced many failures or disappointments in life
This one ima win
But this time, I will emerge victorious
Look at me
Directing attention towards myself
Look at you
Comparing myself to others and highlighting our differences
Get a lil glimpse
Allowing others to catch a small glimpse of who I truly am
Battle with myself
Engaging in internal conflicts and struggles
Every single line
In every aspect of my life and every lyric I write
Battle with a rapper
Competing and contending with other rappers in the industry
Take they life
Defeating or surpassing other rappers in terms of success and influence
Got it in a choke hold
Having complete control or dominance over something or someone
Undertaking mine
Tackling my own challenges and obstacles
Got problems
I continue to face various difficulties
Life full of those
My existence is constantly filled with these issues
Look for answers
I seek solutions and insights to overcome these problems
No map
There is no clear guide or direction for me to follow
Don't know the road
I am uncertain of what lies ahead or how to navigate through life
What's good about that
This situation does not offer any advantages or positivity
Things I wouldn't see if I did
There are certain experiences or lessons I would miss out on if everything was easy
So bad
I strongly desire
I want the bag
I aspire to achieve financial success and abundance
Got problems
I have various issues and challenges in my life
Life full of those
My existence is filled with these difficulties
Look for answers
I search for solutions or insights to overcome these problems
No map
There is no clear guide or path for me to follow
Don't know the road
I am uncertain of what lies ahead or how to navigate through life
What's good about that
There is nothing advantageous or positive about this situation
Things I wouldn't see if I did
There are certain experiences or lessons I would miss out on if everything was easy
So bad I want respect
I strongly desire to earn the admiration and esteem of others
Lyrics © TUNECORE INC, TuneCore Inc., O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Khalib Netupski
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Hobbs_
Now that’s some crazy editing, they even remembered the shadows
Sidney Younger
it’s not editing
Drake Elworthy
@Sidney Younger yes it is
The Tree • 130 Million Years Ago
Prove your point!
Architecturedraft
Those are real ski boots look them up they are literally boots that have small skis on bottom. Kinda expensive still forget what they called
the little ewok boss
@Drake Elworthy no it isn’t have you never boot skied???
Midnight
The sound of the wooden platform gives it away. Nice edit though and you even remembered the shadows
The Grantula
I love how every comment is just restating the top comment with something added on to it to make it seem original
De Gruisman
@The Grantula yeah but did you notice they even remembered the shadows!?
rez
That was a sfx