Token began cultivating his fanbase at age 14 after releasing simple videos online of him rapping. By age 16, Token had won multiple online rap contests and has amassed over a million views on his YouTube page. Along with his growing social following online, he began performing all around New England, establishing his live show amongst some known artists. Two of his videos, one of which was made when he was only 14, went viral on Facebook accumulating a total of 6 million views. Fresh off his 17th birthday, Token released a new video that went viral on YouTube and hit a milestone of 500k views in only 3 days and has since passed one million. Having garnered quite a dedicated following, Token has received many celebrity co signs including the likes of T-Pain, Fred Durst (of Limp Bizkit), Platinum Producer Clinton Sparks, RA The Rugged Man and Hollywood star and Boston's own Mark Wahlberg who recently pronounced Token his "new favorite rapper"
In 2016 Token released his debut mixtape "Eraser Shavings"
In 2018 Token released his debut album "Between Somewhere"
Stop Hitting Me
Token Lyrics
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I swear to god, the next girl who says she misses me
I'm sending her to management, yeah, I remember you girl
Last time we talked was the first grade, class of Ms Pearl
I let you borrow my blue crayon, that must've meant the world
Listen, I ain't trying to be hurtful but you're a frustrated, dumb basic nutcase, with the mind like a turtle (slow)
These dimes couldn't tell you that a dime is a circle
I get verbal, rappers get quiet when I write this journal
If they stink, I got hygiene like I am Urkel
I told you the only suspender I know was my middle school principal
After I said that his contract didn't get renewed (oops)
I got power now, I can't wait to misuse it
Ace every student who's breaking the rules or breaking the rulers
Everyday someone stupid approaches me like "what's happening?!"
Like we're pals again
But that's what happens when
Everybody probably heard about you
Everybody heard wrong, but to them it's true
And I'm hearing all these things about myself that I never knew
It goes, one for the money, two for the show
Three for every opinion on one, two, and mo'
Come to your door like "we ain't friends no more, stop hitting me!"
To anybody in my proximity, my life as a whole is on airplane mode
I want a Bugatti, just to avoid y'all in a higher speed
I wanna private jet, just for the privacy
I won't even fly that shit, I'll just sit there and I don't care if the stewardess advise that shit
I need some me time
I need some sea wide, reclined, beach side, water with three limes at least time
I don't hang out in public
Ever since some chick asked if I was signed by Wahlburger's I been done wit' it (stupid bitch)
But Marksy, that's my brethren, so don't call me with the envious questions
I'll send him to teach you a lesson
And I say you did it, but he said that I said that you said you did it
But I didn't
He said that you said you did it, but you didn't
He said you did it but you didn't say you did it, did you?
Just an issue when
Everybody probably heard about you
Everybody heard wrong, but to them it's true and
I'm hearing all these things about myself that i never knew
It goes, one for the money, two for the show
Three for every opinion on one, two, and mo'
Come to your door like "we ain't friends no more, stop hitting me!"
And I don't understand you, we used to be friends, why you treat me like a fan dude?
Tell me that you messed up and you just want the homie back
Why every time you hit me it's always 'bout a collab (oh snap)
And now they're wonderin' where Token's at
Well I'll tell you where Token's at!
He's at home tryin' to drop another fraud
His inbox will not recover when he block your number 'cause
Everybody probably heard about you
But when it come back to me homie I promise it never turn out true
Everything circling around hundreds of times
Nerdy critics but no further thinkin' than a burgers sitting with a person flicking their crumbs awry
But it ain't all about the bread man, this shit is my life and I'mma do it 'til I'm dead man
Still I lose my head man, when I get approached like "what's cracking mane?"
Like we actually hang
But that's an average day when
Everybody probably heard about you
Everybody heard wrong, but to them its true and
I'm hearing all these things about myself that i never knew
It goes, one for the money, two for the show
Three for every opinion on one, two, and mo'
Come to your door like "we ain't friends no more, stop hitting me!"
The song "Stop Hitting Me" by Token is a reflection on the consequences of fame and the constant scrutiny that comes with being in the public eye. The opening line, "I feel on top of the world!" can be seen as a sarcastic remark to the idea that fame and success will make you happy. The next few lines are directed towards a girl who is trying to reconnect with Token. He remembers her from first grade but sees her as someone who is putting on a façade to get close to him or try to take advantage of his fame.
Token also discusses his desire for privacy, which is an issue in the age of social media where everything is accessible to everyone. He says that he wants a Bugatti and a private jet so he can avoid people who want to take advantage of him. He also mentions how he does not hang out in public anymore because of negative experiences such as when someone asked him if he was signed to Wahlburger's.
The chorus of the song expresses the frustration of being talked about by others and having people spread rumors or misinformation about your life. Token reflects on how people distort reality to suit their own agendas and how it can negatively impact someone's mental health.
Overall, "Stop Hitting Me" is a commentary on the trappings of fame and the constant pressure to maintain an image that may not reflect who you really are.
Line by Line Meaning
I swear to god, the next girl who says she misses me
I'm fed up with people who claim to know me but really they don't. If one more person talks to me like that, I'll put a stop to it.
Last time we talked was the first grade, class of Ms Pearl
I remember you from when we were kids, but that's all in the past. Let's not pretend that we have a meaningful connection now.
These dimes couldn't tell you that a dime is a circle
The people around me are shallow and materialistic. They care more about money and status symbols than actually understanding the world around them.
If they stink, I got hygiene like I am Urkel
I'm not afraid to call out other rappers who are not up to par. I have the skills to back it up, just like Steve Urkel has the cleanliness to back up his nerdy persona.
Ace every student who's breaking the rules or breaking the rulers
I have a newfound power and I'm not afraid to use it. I will discipline those who disrupt the order, even if it means going too far.
To anybody in my proximity, my life as a whole is on airplane mode
I'm not interested in hanging out with people who don't add real value to my life. I prefer solitude over meaningless interactions.
Marksy, that's my brethren, so don't call me with the envious questions
I have a close friend who I trust, but I don't appreciate it when people try to use my relationship with him to their advantage.
And I don't understand you, we used to be friends, why you treat me like a fan dude?
I'm confused by the way former friends now act towards me. They seem to want something from me, but they don't treat me like an equal.
Tell me that you messed up and you just want the homie back
If people really want to reconnect, they should be honest with me and not try to use me. We can only be friends if there's mutual respect.
Well I'll tell you where Token's at! He's at home tryin' to drop another fraud
I'm focused on my craft and trying to create the best music that I can. I don't have time for superficial relationships, and I'm not interested in phony collaborations.
Nerdy critics but no further thinkin' than a burgers sitting with a person flicking their crumbs awry
I'm frustrated by the fact that people often criticize my work without really understanding it. It's like someone criticizing a burger without realizing that their own behavior is the real problem.
But it ain't all about the bread man, this shit is my life and I'mma do it 'til I'm dead man
Music is my passion and my calling. I'm not in it for the money or the fame, I'm in it because it's who I am and what I'm meant to do.
Still I lose my head man, when I get approached like 'what's cracking mane?'
I still get annoyed when people try to talk to me like we're buddies. It's disrespectful and shows a lack of understanding for who I am.
Everybody probably heard about you
People often spread rumors and gossip, whether it's about me or others.
One for the money, two for the show, three for every opinion on one, two, and mo'
There are always different perspectives and opinions on everything, but at the end of the day, it's up to me to decide which ones are worth listening to.
Come to your door like 'we ain't friends no more, stop hitting me!'
If people don't understand the boundaries I've set, I'll have to confront them and let them know that I'm not interested in a friendship that's based on fake connections or self-serving interests.
I let you borrow my blue crayon, that must've meant the world
I acknowledge that we have a shared history, but that doesn't mean that we have a meaningful connection now.
These dimes couldn't tell you that a dime is a circle
I feel like the people around me are superficial and don't have a real understanding of the world.
If they stink, I got hygiene like I am Urkel
I have the skills to back up my criticism of other rappers, just like Urkel has the cleanliness to back up his nerdiness.
Ace every student who's breaking the rules or breaking the rulers
I will use my power to discipline those who disrupt the order, even if it means going too far.
Marksy, that's my brethren, so don't call me with the envious questions
I value my close relationships and don't appreciate it when people try to use them for their own gain.
And I don't understand you, we used to be friends, why you treat me like a fan dude?
I'm confused by the way that former friends now act towards me. They seem to be seeking something from me, but they don't treat me like an equal.
Tell me that you messed up and you just want the homie back
If people really want to reconnect, they should be honest with me and not try to use me for their own gain. We can only be friends if there's mutual respect.
Well I'll tell you where Token's at! He's at home tryin' to drop another fraud
I'm dedicated to making great music and not interested in superficial collaborations or relationships.
Nerdy critics but no further thinkin' than a burgers sitting with a person flicking their crumbs awry
I'm tired of people being quick to criticize my work without actually understanding it. It's like someone criticizing a burger without realizing that their own behavior is the real problem.
But it ain't all about the bread man, this shit is my life and I'mma do it 'til I'm dead man
I'm not in music for the money or the fame - this is my calling and it's what I'm meant to do.
Still I lose my head man, when I get approached like 'what's cracking mane?'
People trying to talk to me like we're best friends is frustrating and shows that they don't really understand who I am.
Everybody probably heard about you
People love to spread rumors and gossip, whether it's about me or others.
One for the money, two for the show, three for every opinion on one, two, and mo'
There are always different perspectives and opinions on everything, but ultimately it's up to me to decide which ones are worth listening to.
Come to your door like 'we ain't friends no more, stop hitting me!'
If people don't respect my boundaries, I'll have to confront them and let them know that I'm not interested in superficial relationships or collaborations.
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