An official Red Bull 2012 Opinion Leader, the Boston Based trio continue to crush colleges with their high energy and exciting full band shows, performing alongside the likes of Wiz Khalifa, Tinie Tempah, BoB, The White Panda, Wale and a host of others. On April 3rd, 2012 The Dean’s List released their highly anticipated followup to “The Drive In,” “Generation X.” The album debuted at #2 on the iTunes Hip Hop Chart behind Nicki Minaj, was the #2 heat seeker in the nation and the #21 digital artist in the nation according to Billboard. The Dean’s List and their band will be heavily touring colleges and universities across the country this Fall, releasing new music and video’s consistently throughout.
Growth
The Dean's List Lyrics
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I never really thought we were this high up
Looking down on the kids that sit by us
Both the hands in the air like
Ou-We ain't all looking days like who's he
I'm king shots with onesy
I put it down, bambi
I'm so done with losing whose been sitting in my throne
This next year is so mine
My next girl is so fine
I'm two steps ahead of em'
Even from behind
Got my city on the edge of they seats
Bitches soaked all over they sheets
Hold the phone I'm almost home
I can't believe how much we grown
It's for you it's for us
And all those kids who don't give a fuck
I guess is not just anybody
We feel like we somebody
And oh ah yeah
Oh you just noticed, noticed
Oh you just noticed, noticed
Oh you just noticed, noticed
Oh you just noticed, noticed
Ay yo my niggas let's go nuts so the stupid shit, that stuff slow
And uh oh how the fuck we get so gone
My drink was not that strong
These strippers turn me on but they don't deserve this song
So this parts for you ah
Girl go go nuts so
Get stupid let your love go
And uh oh how the fuck you get so...
How the fuck you get so beautiful
That fragrance is unusual
Not use to all these simple things this bed's nice
Let's drink with things
Wake up and tell em'
[x2:]
This for you, this for us, and all those kids don't give a fuck
I guess were not just anybody finally feel like we somebody
This Rosay, don't taste good, this Henny ain't gonna do it
I need magic in my cup and she been dying just to do it
I could do it in a minute
Make it look like it's so easy
Keep me relevant to life and make it look like it's on T.V.
Keep on watchin' keep on talkin'
Over here that's not an option
We just plotting more than robbin'
We gonna steal it like it's nothing
I'm a young kid with old skills
Professional with no deal
I'm so real my flow kills
And resurrects that old feel
No Biggie
In The Dean's List's song "Growth", the lyrics explore the idea of personal growth and the newfound sense of confidence that comes with it. The song opens with the singer marveling at how far they have come and how much they have achieved. They no longer feel like just anybody and instead feel like they are somebody special. This newfound sense of self is mirrored in the refrain of the song, where the singer exclaims "Oh you just noticed, noticed", as if they are reveling in the fact that others are starting to recognize their success.
As the song continues, the verses touch on themes of partying, drinking, and chasing after beautiful women. The singer seems to be aware of the trap of superficial pleasures and laments that some people don't deserve good music or good company. However, despite this, the singer is confident that they can continue to dominate their field and keep their audience engaged.
Overall, "Growth" is a song about the journey of personal growth and how it can lead to newfound confidence and success. The lyrics are filled with bravado and swagger, but they also hint at a deeper sense of self-awareness that suggests the singer is not just out to impress others, but is also proud of their own achievements.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah
Affirmative response to previous statement
I never really thought we were this high up
Unexpected realization that they've achieved significant success
Looking down on the kids that sit by us
Feeling superior to those who were once equals
Both the hands in the air like
Celebratory gesture of victory and triumph
Ou-We ain't all looking days like who's he
Distinguishing themselves from others with their unique style and success
I'm king shots with onesy
Drinking like royalty, showing off their success and wealth
I put it down, bambi
Confidently asserting their dominance and strength
I'm so done with losing whose been sitting in my throne
Determined to defend their success and title against challengers
All my old shit sounds so new to em' they can't leave it alone
Proud of their past accomplishments that still hold relevance today
This next year is so mine
Excited for future success
My next girl is so fine
Looking for love/romance with a person just as exceptional as they are
I'm two steps ahead of em'
Always staying ahead of the competition
Even from behind
Still ahead when appearing to be behind
Got my city on the edge of they seats
Amassed a dedicated audience eagerly awaiting their next moves
Bitches soaked all over they sheets
Many admirers/fans driven wild with obsession for them
Hold the phone I'm almost home
Excited to return home to their success and triumph
I can't believe how much we grown
Amazed at their own level of success and growth
It's for you it's for us
Their success and growth is for themselves as well as their fans and admirers to enjoy and celebrate
And all those kids who don't give a fuck
Their success is also a form of rebellion and inspiring to those who feel outcast or apathetic
I guess is not just anybody
Feeling exceptional and unique among others
We feel like we somebody
Feeling proud and empowered by their success and growth
Oh you just noticed, noticed
Becoming aware of their success and growth suddenly
Ay yo my niggas let's go nuts so the stupid shit, that stuff slow
Encouraging a wild and crazy celebration of their success without any petty negativity
And uh oh how the fuck we get so gone
Surprise at how much they've achieved in such a short amount of time
My drink was not that strong
Realizing they are on a natural high from success and not just the alcohol
These strippers turn me on but they don't deserve this song
Acknowledging the superficial nature of many admirers and not wanting to give them recognition for their success
So this parts for you ah
Dedication to those who truly appreciate and support their success
Girl go go nuts so
Encouraging wild celebration of passion and freedom
Get stupid let your love go
Letting go of inhibitions and expressing emotions fully
How the fuck you get so beautiful
Amazed and in awe with someone who shares their passion and drive
That fragrance is unusual
Finding unique and exceptional qualities within others
Not use to all these simple things this bed's nice
Enjoying the simple pleasures of life and feeling content with personal success and growth
Let's drink with things
Enjoying good company and celebration
Wake up and tell em'
Bringing the message back to their audience and supporters
This for you, this for us, and all those kids don't give a fuck
Dedicated to their audience, supporters, and those feeling outcast or apathetic
I guess were not just anybody finally feel like we somebody
Feeling validated and accomplished as unique and exceptional individuals
This Rosay, don't taste good, this Henny ain't gonna do it
Acknowledgement that material success and status doesn't equate to happiness
I need magic in my cup and she been dying just to do it
Looking for deeper, passionate connections, not just material pleasure
I could do it in a minute
Confident in their ability to achieve anything they set their minds to
Make it look like it's so easy
Giving the impression that their success comes easily and naturally
Keep me relevant to life and make it look like it's on T.V.
Maintaining visibility, relevance and appeal to admirers and society as a whole
Keep on watchin' keep on talkin'
Encouraging continued attention and discussion about their success
Over here that's not an option
Failure and obscurity are unacceptable
We just plotting more than robbin'
Strategically developing their success and future plans rather than engaging in cheap tactics
We gonna steal it like it's nothing
Achieving success effortlessly and seamlessly
I'm a young kid with old skills
Possessing timeless talent and ability despite being young
Professional with no deal
Having achieved success without selling out or compromising integrity
I'm so real my flow kills
Maintaining authenticity and originality in their creative output
And resurrects that old feel
Pays homage to past music styles and eras while putting a modern spin on it
No Biggie
Casual and confident about their success
Contributed by Caden W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.