Fire
The Members Lyrics
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I'm looking at the picture of a sociopath
Hope to get first, now hopefully last
Dope rap, I'm known for doing dope in the past
Like floating down the river on a opium boat
But I'm a wild animal I go for the throat
I'm a big bad wolf with a big black Glock
And some real dark thoughts yelling, "Open the door"
Wander down the hall with the can of bear mace
Aye, I've been a killer since the Wu-Tang Clan
Personality is colorful like Toucan Sam
I'm a crazy cat, Sylvester damn
I got two big guns Yosemite Sam
I used to work birds like Tweety
Speedy, Gonzales living in a palace
Tripped and fell down the rabbit hole and met Alice
Fie years later now I'm back for the challenge
Still rip up shows like Tasmanian Devil
If some punk jump up I'm blasting my heavy metal
And I still live in Van' but I'm moving soon
All my homies on the streets fucking Loony Tunes
But I'll be back, back and forth with no error
Enforcing terror in a Porsche Carrera
Through Vancouver to Los Angeles archangels
Dark strangers, blacks and Caucasians
(Man we crack skulls, make deep lacerations
Crack a Red Bull and drag 'em back to my basement)
[Chorus]
We fly through the air like Iron Man
Crack you in the head with a frying pan
Can't fuck with my team, we are iron clad
I'm on fire man, call the fireman
Whether crawling up the wall like Spider Man
Or lying on the floor popping vitamins
Yup, real hip-hop we supplying fans
We on fire man, call the fireman
All right, I keep my knife in the black leather sheath
Real sharp, blade (Dagger Mouth, armed to the teeth)
I can't draw but I'm raw when I'm drawn to the beat
It's like Saw part I, I'll make you saw off your feet
What the fuck is defeat, I'm undefeated like a shoe store
Runway, one way street, take a detour
Robot, C-3P0, R2-D2
Plastic bag over your face hard to breathe through
Preview attract and download the album
X marks the spot like my first name was Malcolm
Make you sing the blues like a prison in Folsom
Spit a burning ring of fire, watch the flames engulf em
My theory very logical but we use Pro-Tools
Fuck with us you'll be a dead man, a corpse in the sound booth
And ain't nobody hear you, close the door make it soundproof
My pattern very classical like Herringbone and Hounds tooth
I.C.P., R.E.P., bright evil clown suit
Ice cold water in a bottle when I drowned you
Beat side, homicide unit try to find you
Burning sound turn around my dude's right behind you
[Chorus]
The lyrics of The Members' song "Fire" depict a dark and aggressive persona who finds amusement in their own image and poses as a sociopath. They reference their past involvement with drugs, describing themselves as a wild animal ready to attack, armed with a gun and harboring disturbing thoughts. The intention here seems to be to project an intimidating and dangerous image.
The second verse continues with the theme of aggression and violence, as the artist boasts about their ability to handle conflicts, likening themselves to characters from popular culture such as Sylvester the cat and Yosemite Sam. They also mention their affiliation with a gang of street-dwelling friends, using the metaphor of "Loony Tunes" to describe them. The reference to living in Van' indicates their location, possibly Vancouver, and their impending move.
The chorus emphasizes the artist's strength and power, comparing themselves to Iron Man and boasting about their ability to physically harm others. They are confident in their abilities to overcome any obstacles, whether it be crawling up walls like Spider-Man or taking vitamins to stay energized. The mention of supplying "real hip-hop" to their fans suggests that they see themselves as legitimate representatives of the genre.
The final verse delves deeper into their aggressive persona, describing their weapons and their ability to cause harm. They reference their proficiency with Pro-Tools, implying that they are skilled at using technology to enhance their music and create a threatening atmosphere. The lyrics also touch on themes of revenge and pursuit, with the artist implying that they will go to extreme lengths to retaliate against those who wrong them. The chilling imagery of drowning and being pursued by someone behind you adds to the menacing tone of the song.
Overall, these lyrics paint a picture of an individual who revels in their aggressive and violent nature. They embrace their dark side, weaving in references to cartoon characters and popular culture to create a larger-than-life persona. Though the lyrics are intense and confrontational, they should be understood within the context of artistic expression rather than as a reflection of the artist's true personality.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm staring in a mirror but mostly I laugh
Reflecting on myself but finding amusement in it
I'm looking at the picture of a sociopath
Seeing a snapshot of someone with antisocial tendencies
Hope to get first, now hopefully last
Wishing to succeed, but perhaps aiming to exit at the peak
Dope rap, I'm known for doing dope in the past
I excel in delivering impressive rap verses, with a history of drug involvement
Like floating down the river on an opium boat
Feeling a sense of tranquility and detachment, comparable to a river journey on opium
But I'm a wild animal, I go for the throat
Unrestrained and aggressive, always aiming for the most impactful result
I'm a big bad wolf with a big black Glock
I possess a formidable presence and a powerful firearm
And some real dark thoughts yelling, 'Open the door'
My mind dwells on disturbing and potentially harmful ideas, demanding access
I punch people in the face coming down the staircase
I engage in physical violence towards individuals while descending the stairs
Wander down the hall with the can of bear mace
Casually roaming through the corridor, armed with a can of bear mace for self-defense
Aye, I've been a killer since the Wu-Tang Clan
I have possessed a killer instinct from the time of the Wu-Tang Clan's influence
Personality is colorful like Toucan Sam
My character is vibrant and diverse, akin to the lively Toucan Sam
I'm a crazy cat, Sylvester damn
I embody an eccentric and unpredictable nature, reminiscent of the animated cat Sylvester
I got two big guns Yosemite Sam
I possess two formidable firearms like the aggressive cartoon character Yosemite Sam
I used to work birds like Tweety
I was skilled at manipulating vulnerable individuals like Tweety
Speedy, Gonzales living in a palace
Living a fast-paced and extravagant lifestyle like the animated character Speedy Gonzales
Tripped and fell down the rabbit hole and met Alice
Experiencing a sudden, disorienting event and encountering someone unexpected
Five years later now I'm back for the challenge
After a considerable period, I have returned to face and conquer new obstacles
Still rip up shows like Tasmanian Devil
I continue to deliver electrifying performances with the intensity of the Tasmanian Devil
If some punk jumps up, I'm blasting my heavy metal
If provoked by an obnoxious individual, I will respond aggressively and forcefully
And I still live in Van' but I'm moving soon
Although currently residing in Vancouver, I have plans to relocate
All my homies on the streets fucking Loony Tunes
My friends who dwell on the streets behave unpredictably, like characters from Loony Tunes
But I'll be back, back and forth with no error
I will return repeatedly without making any mistakes
Enforcing terror in a Porsche Carrera
Instilling fear in others while driving a fast and luxurious Porsche Carrera
Through Vancouver to Los Angeles archangels
Moving from Vancouver to Los Angeles like celestial beings
Dark strangers, blacks and Caucasians
Encountering unfamiliar individuals, regardless of race, who possess a mysterious and enigmatic aura
Man we crack skulls, make deep lacerations
We engage in violent confrontations, causing severe injuries such as skull fractures and deep cuts
Crack a Red Bull and drag 'em back to my basement
Consuming Red Bull energy drinks and forcefully bringing individuals to my secluded basement
We fly through the air like Iron Man
We move swiftly and gracefully through the air, akin to the superhero Iron Man
Crack you in the head with a frying pan
Striking you forcefully in the head using a frying pan
Can't fuck with my team, we are iron clad
It is impossible to challenge or defeat my team as we are highly resilient and well-protected
I'm on fire man, call the fireman
I am highly accomplished and successful, reaching a level of exceptional talent
Whether crawling up the wall like Spider Man
Moving vertically along surfaces like the superhero Spider-Man
Or lying on the floor popping vitamins
Either being in a relaxed state on the ground, consuming vitamins
Yup, real hip-hop we supplying fans
Indeed, we deliver genuine hip-hop music that satisfies and caters to the fans
We on fire man, call the fireman
We are highly successful and talented, deserving recognition and attention
All right, I keep my knife in the black leather sheath
I carefully store my sharp knife in a protective black leather covering
Real sharp, blade (Dagger Mouth, armed to the teeth)
The blade is extremely sharp, emphasizing my readiness and preparedness
I can't draw but I'm raw when I'm drawn to the beat
I lack artistic skill, but my talent shines when I am inspired by the rhythm
It's like Saw part I, I'll make you saw off your feet
Similar to the movie Saw, I will subject you to a painful and disturbing experience
What the fuck is defeat, I'm undefeated like a shoe store
Defeat is an unfamiliar concept to me, as I have never experienced loss, much like a successful shoe store
Runway, one way street, take a detour
Navigating through life like a runway, with only one direction, but choosing to deviate from the expected path
Robot, C-3P0, R2-D2
Comparing myself to robotic characters C-3P0 and R2-D2 from Star Wars
Plastic bag over your face hard to breathe through
Restricting your breathing by placing a plastic bag over your face
Preview, attract, and download the album
Providing a glimpse, captivating interest, and allowing the album to be digitally obtained
X marks the spot like my first name was Malcolm
The location where something significant is found is indicated, just like the name Malcolm
Make you sing the blues like a prison in Folsom
Causing you distress and melancholy, similar to the atmosphere of the infamous Folsom State Prison
Spit a burning ring of fire, watch the flames engulf em
Delivering intense and fiery lyrics, observing as they consume and overwhelm the listener
My theory very logical but we use Pro-Tools
Although my perspective is rational, we utilize software tools like Pro-Tools to enhance and refine our music
Fuck with us, you'll be a dead man, a corpse in the sound booth
If you challenge or confront us, you will face severe consequences, even your demise within the recording studio
And ain't nobody hear you, close the door make it soundproof
No one will hear your pleas or cries for help, as we shut the door and create a completely soundproof environment
My pattern very classical like Herringbone and Hounds tooth
My style and approach are reminiscent of classical patterns, such as Herringbone and Houndstooth
I.C.P., R.E.P., bright evil clown suit
Associating with Insane Clown Posse and Raised by Evil People, wearing a distinctive, unsettling clown outfit
Ice cold water in a bottle when I drowned you
Using ice-cold water in a bottle as a method to inflict harm or distress upon you
Beat side, homicide unit try to find you
In the realm of music production, we excel, surpassing the efforts of a homicide investigation attempting to locate you
Burning sound turn around my dude's right behind you
Our music creates an intense and captivating atmosphere, causing you to instinctively turn around, only to realize my accomplice is directly behind you
Lyrics Β© CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: ANDREW NIKOLA BOJANIC, ELIZABETH HOOPER, IAN ASHLEY ESKELIN, KRYSTAL MEYERS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Cody Graf
good!! keep listening, swollen members is the dopest group i have ever heard no body can or will beat them
Timbo Slice
i met these guys years ago backstage... dam they got good
MackDaddy
Man i fucking love this song Mads verses are always FIRE!
Bruce Willis
"went from crawling up the walls like spiderman, to lying on the floor popping vitamins" is a sick metaphore.
C. F.
This is lit
Respect2theFallen
damn flow and energy on this track right away is fuuuuuck :)
Brett Hale
0 Dislikes, this song has caused no casualtys yet
cody barrette
i <3 swollen members
jmiester25
first timer listening....that shit was dope!
BRAINWORMS
Fucking love this track, fucking genius.