Burial
Skrillex & Trollphace Lyrics


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I came, I saw, I conquered, I balled
I came, I saw, I conquered, I balled
I came, I saw, I conquered, I balled
I came, I saw, I conquered, I balled

Hold up, this the game, it chose us
Pioneer, started on my corner like the cold crush
Had smokers linin' up the block like a gold rush
The sayin' "life fast and die young" is what they told us
The way that they mold us, perfect way that showed us
How to get money, fuck bitches off this nose dust
Showed me how to burn the block down before it slows up
Before the window of opportunity close up

I came, I saw, I conquered, I balled
I came, I saw, I conquered, I balled
Yogi said get em so I got 'em all (Yuugh!)
And turned this bitch into a burial

I came, I saw, I conquered, I balled
I came, I saw, I conquered, I balled
Yogi said get em so I got 'em all (Yuugh!)
And turned this bitch into a burial

Lookin' from the top floor, what would I stop for?
Still hear the crowd cheers, while I'm thinkin' encore
Flyin' on a Concorde, listening to Tom Ford
Frames match the song title, flyer than a Condor
Little niggas rhyme poor, poverty flows in ya
Part of beatin' hoes in, I am who you're tryin' for?
I think not - Pusha, stay hot
The coupe's got no roofs, forever they stay drop nigga

I came, I saw, I conquered, I balled
I came, I saw, I conquered, I balled
Yogi said get em so I got 'em all (Yuugh!)
And turned this bitch into a burial

I came, I saw, I conquered, I balled
I came, I saw, I conquered, I balled
Yogi said get em so I got 'em all (Yuugh!)
And turned this bitch into a burial

I came, I saw, I conquered, I balled
I came, I saw, I conquered, I balled
Yogi said get em so I got 'em all (Yuugh!)
And turned this bitch into a burial

I came, I saw, I conquered, I balled
I came, I saw, I conquered, I balled




Yogi said get em so I got 'em all (Yuugh!)
And turned this bitch into a burial

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Skrillex & Trollphace's song Burial repeat a mantra-like verse throughout and use repetition to emphasize a power trip to success, conquest, and wealth. The lines "I came, I saw, I conquered, I balled" are repeated as if to say that the singer has achieved everything he wanted and then some. The image of "smokers linin' up the block like a gold rush" implies that the singer has the power to control and manipulate those around him. The phrase "before the window of opportunity closes up" suggests that the singer is aware of the fleeting nature of success and wants to make the most of it.


The line "Yogi said get em so I got 'em all" implies the singer is performing for his audience and is urged on by a force named Yogi. The use of the word "burial" in the chorus suggests that the singer has defeated his competition and has buried them figuratively. The final verse touches on the vanity inherent in success and appearances. The singer mentions a luxurious lifestyle, a jet-setter mentality, high-end designer clothing and cars, and then suggests that all others fail in comparison to himself.


Overall, the lyrics to Burial seem to be a boastful expression of wealth and power, with the repetition of the chorus underscoring the singer's confidence in these attributes.


Line by Line Meaning

I came, I saw, I conquered, I balled
I entered the scene, observed my surroundings, succeeded in dominating, and achieved victory while living lavishly.


Hold up, this the game, it chose us
Wait a minute, this lifestyle and profession selected us for success.


Pioneer, started on my corner like the cold crush
I was a trailblazer, beginning my journey in my local area like the famous hip hop group Cold Crush Brothers.


Had smokers linin' up the block like a gold rush
People were addicted to my product and eagerly waiting in long lines to purchase it.


The sayin' "life fast and die young" is what they told us
The common phrase about living recklessly and not living long was often spoken to us.


The way that they mold us, perfect way that showed us
The system and environment shaped us into who we are, and it was the best way to learn and succeed.


How to get money, fuck bitches off this nose dust
I was taught to make money and sleep with women while using cocaine.


Showed me how to burn the block down before it slows up
I was taught to quickly and efficiently make money before the market became saturated and competition increased.


Before the window of opportunity closes up
Before it becomes too late to take advantage of a profitable opportunity.


Yogi said get em so I got 'em all (Yuugh!)
My mentor Yogi instructed me to take on all challenges and I succeeded in doing so with enthusiasm.


And turned this bitch into a burial
I emerged from the experience victorious and powerful, leaving my opponents defeated and buried.


Lookin' from the top floor, what would I stop for?
While on the highest level, I have no reason to slow down or stop my success.


Still hear the crowd cheers, while I'm thinkin' encore
Even in the midst of achievement, I'm already planning my next success, hearing the cheers of admiration from the audience.


Flyin' on a Concorde, listening to Tom Ford
Traveling on the luxurious Concorde jet while listening to the stylish music of Tom Ford.


Frames match the song title, flyer than a Condor
The glasses I'm wearing are coordinated with the song title and I'm as confident and bold as a Condor bird.


Little niggas rhyme poor, poverty flows in ya
Young rappers with less skill and talent come from impoverished backgrounds.


Part of beatin' hoes in, I am who you're tryin' for?
Are you even capable of being as skilled and successful as me, who has also defeated my many opponents?


I think not - Pusha, stay hot
I highly doubt it - I, Pusha T, will continue to thrive and succeed.


The coupe's got no roofs, forever they stay drop nigga
My car has no roof and will always stay lowered, as I enjoy the luxurious lifestyle that comes with success.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management, THE BICYCLE MUSIC COMPANY
Written by: STEVEN VICTOR, TERRENCE THORNTON, YOGESH NARAINDAS TULSIANI, AYAK THIIK, DELEON STAFFORD BLAKE, COSTAS NICOLAIDES

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