Best Rapper Ever
Tom MacDonald Lyrics


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Hello, Thomas, I see that you're depressed, what's the problem?
Is it the skeletons you're hiding deep inside your closet?
Have you been reading all the names they call you in the comments?
Have you been worried your haters will put you in the coffin?
Are you distraught that you promised vodka was not an option?
Now you're having thoughts of doing shots, Tom, you're an alcoholic
Is that true? You're upset that you can't have booze?
What's the matter Thomas? Something's got you in a bad mood

Yeah, it does, I'm anxious, nothing calms me down like Xanax does
But I can't even relapse 'cause the internet will laugh at us
I just need a beer or two but it's been like a year or two
I thought you disappeared, I can't believe that I'm still here with you (shut up)
My therapist said me and you can't speak again
I locked the devil out but it was you who let the demons in
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, Tom, you're a comedian
I'm only gonna tell you once, you really need to be my friend (no!)

I'm walking alone in the darkness, sharks in the water and sky full of vultures
The doctor ain't giving you pills
'Cause the pressure you're under been giving you ulcers
Shut up, let me remind you, I'm independent because I'm the guy who
Does anything that I want, it goes viral
You're independent 'cause no one will sign you
You got a YouTube that no one subscribes to, you got a Spotify nobody vibes to
I'm not another person you can lie to, I'll be greatest as long as the sky's blue
Liar! Come on, Thomas, keep it real
You're the liar, I'ma tell you exactly how I feel

I'm the best rapper ever, I don't wanna be great
If they're the best, then I'm better, don't you make no mistake
'Cause I'm the G.O.A.T., feel it in my bones, until I'm a ghost
I'm the one who pulls the sword out of the stone (best ever)
I'm the best rapper ever, I don't care what you say
I'm da Vinci, I'm forever, I'm designed for the fame
'Cause I'm the G.O.A.T., get the kid a throne, everybody knows
Only voices that I'm hearing are my own (best ever)

Thomas, I'm still here, I practically smell the fear
I know all the reason why you feel so insecure
I've seen you panic backstage, hearing everybody cheer
You're famous now, Thomas, tell me what's with all the tears? (Shut up)
Do you regret that your face is covered with tattoos?
Mad that your beats wack, all your raps trash too? (Shut up!)
Do you resent that you need meds again, neglected friends
And now you just pretend you're not pathetic, you're not Eminem!

Yeah, it's one of those days, don't know why I don't feel okay
Close both eyes and focus on pain, blows my mind alone in my brain
I smell smoke from all of those flames, fell in holes and hope for my grave
They told me, "Smell the roses", but I burned the whole bouquet
Tom, you'll never win the fight against your haters long as I listen
'Cause I read every single comment that you try missing
Then recite them in your mind and memorize disses
I'm a giant, Thomas, why you tryna fight with me?

I'm different, don't care about a height difference, I might win it
Show up to a gun fight, knife swinging
(I am the darkness) yeah, I got night vision
I been biting my tongue and the blood
From my cuts has been filling my stomach, I suffer
'Cause they don't show love when I'm humble
So now I just do this for all of my family and all of my brothers

Liar! You're rapping for yourself, it ain't for them
Your selfish motivations are the reasons you're depressed
I'm doing fine, you need to chill, you need to take more of those pills
Take a breath and tell us all just exactly how you feel

I'm the best rapper ever, I don't wanna be great
If they're the best, then I'm better, don't you make no mistake
'Cause I'm the G.O.A.T., feel it in my bones, until I'm a ghost
I'm the one who pulls the sword out of the stone (best ever)
I'm the best rapper ever, I don't care what you say
I'm da Vinci, I'm forever, I'm designed for the fame
'Cause I'm the G.O.A.T., get the kid a throne, everybody knows
Only voices that I'm hearing are my own (best ever)

Tom, let's work together, you know how good we can be
Don't deny it, just try it ('kay fine), repeat after me (fine)
Hi, my name is Thomas, all I want's to be an artist
I need help from all my demons for my dreams to get accomplished
See, Tom, I'm just what you need, we're a team
Disagree? Go ahead, cut your wrists and make your demons bleed (no!)
(Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha) I need to do this by myself
I told you twice already exactly how I felt

I'm the best rapper ever, I don't wanna be great
If they're the best, then I'm better, don't you make no mistake
'Cause I'm the G.O.A.T., feel it in my bones, until I'm a ghost
I'm the one who pulls the sword out of the stone (best ever)
I'm the best rapper ever, I don't care what you say
I'm da Vinci, I'm forever, I'm designed for the fame




'Cause I'm the G.O.A.T., get the kid a throne, everybody knows
Only voices that I'm hearing are my own (best ever)

Overall Meaning

The song Best Rapper Ever by Tom MacDonald touches on several themes. The song starts with someone asking Thomas if he is depressed because of the skeletons he has hidden deep inside his closet. The song continues as Thomas talks about how he is independent because he can do anything he wants, which leads him to rap that he is the best rapper ever, and doesn't care what anyone says. The song switches back and forth from Thomas and his inner demons, as they argue with each other about who Thomas is.


Throughout the song, Thomas talks about how he is the greatest rapper ever, and the only voices he hears are his own. He talks about how he does not want to be great, but that he is already better than the best. The song also touches on several other themes such as addiction, mental illness, and the struggles of being an artist in the music industry.


Line by Line Meaning

Hello, Thomas, I see that you're depressed, what's the problem?
I can sense that you're feeling down, Thomas. Can you tell me what's bothering you?


Is it the skeletons you're hiding deep inside your closet?
Are you troubled by the secrets and dark memories you keep hidden away?


Have you been reading all the names they call you in the comments?
Are you paying attention to the hurtful names and insults people throw at you in online comments?


Have you been worried your haters will put you in the coffin?
Are you concerned that your haters' relentless criticism will be the end of you?


Are you distraught that you promised vodka was not an option?
Are you feeling distressed because you made a pledge to yourself not to rely on alcohol?


Now you're having thoughts of doing shots, Tom, you're an alcoholic
And now you're entertaining the idea of taking shots, Tom, and it seems like the struggles with alcohol are resurfacing


Is that true? You're upset that you can't have booze?
Is it true? Are you frustrated that you're unable to indulge in alcohol?


What's the matter Thomas? Something's got you in a bad mood
What's troubling you, Thomas? It seems like something has put you in a negative state of mind


Yeah, it does, I'm anxious, nothing calms me down like Xanax does
Yes, it's true, I feel anxious, and Xanax has been the only thing that can truly calm me down


But I can't even relapse 'cause the internet will laugh at us
But I can't afford to relapse into old habits because the online community will ridicule us


I just need a beer or two but it's been like a year or two
I just crave a couple of beers, but it's been such a long time since I last had one


I thought you disappeared, I can't believe that I'm still here with you (shut up)
I thought you had vanished, and it's surprising that I'm still dealing with your presence (shut up)


My therapist said me and you can't speak again
My therapist advised me to cut off all communication with you


I locked the devil out but it was you who let the demons in
I managed to keep the devil at bay, but it was you who allowed the demons to enter


Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, Tom, you're a comedian
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, Tom, you have a talent for making people laugh


I'm only gonna tell you once, you really need to be my friend (no!)
I'll say this only once, but you truly need to become my friend (no!)


I'm walking alone in the darkness, sharks in the water and sky full of vultures
I'm navigating through my life all by myself, surrounded by danger and predatory individuals


The doctor ain't giving you pills
The doctor isn't prescribing medication to you


'Cause the pressure you're under been giving you ulcers
Because the immense pressure you're experiencing is causing you stomach ulcers


Shut up, let me remind you, I'm independent because I'm the guy who
Stop talking, and let me remind you that I'm independent because I'm the individual who


Does anything that I want, it goes viral
Can achieve anything I desire, and it attracts widespread attention


You're independent 'cause no one will sign you
You're independent because no record label is willing to sign you


You got a YouTube that no one subscribes to, you got a Spotify nobody vibes to
Your YouTube channel lacks subscribers, and your Spotify music doesn't resonate with anyone


I'm not another person you can lie to, I'll be greatest as long as the sky's blue
I won't tolerate any more lies from you, and I will continue to strive for greatness as long as the sky remains blue


Liar! Come on, Thomas, keep it real
Liar! Come on, Thomas, be honest and authentic


You're the liar, I'ma tell you exactly how I feel
No, it's you who's lying. I'm going to express my true emotions


I'm the best rapper ever, I don't wanna be great
I consider myself the greatest rapper ever, and I have no interest in merely being good


If they're the best, then I'm better, don't you make no mistake
If others claim to be the best, I assure you that I am even better. Don't misunderstand me


'Cause I'm the G.O.A.T., feel it in my bones, until I'm a ghost
I am the greatest of all time, I feel it deep within me, and I will remain so until I pass away


I'm the one who pulls the sword out of the stone (best ever)
I am the one who achieves extraordinary feats and overcomes great challenges (the best ever)


I'm the best rapper ever, I don't care what you say
I firmly believe that I am the greatest rapper ever, and I don't care about any criticisms or opinions


I'm da Vinci, I'm forever, I'm designed for the fame
I compare myself to Leonardo da Vinci, timeless and destined for fame


'Cause I'm the G.O.A.T., get the kid a throne, everybody knows
Because I am the greatest of all time, it's only fitting for me to have a throne, and this fact is known by everyone


Only voices that I'm hearing are my own (best ever)
The only opinions that matter to me are my own, and I believe I am the best there is (the best ever)


Thomas, I'm still here, I practically smell the fear
Thomas, I'm still present within you, and I can sense your overwhelming fear


I know all the reason why you feel so insecure
I understand the multitude of reasons behind your deep-seated insecurity


I've seen you panic backstage, hearing everybody cheer
I have witnessed you experiencing panic behind the scenes, even in the midst of receiving applause from the crowd


You're famous now, Thomas, tell me what's with all the tears? (Shut up)
You have achieved fame now, Thomas, so why are you shedding so many tears? (Shut up)


Do you regret that your face is covered with tattoos?
Do you feel remorseful for adorning your face with tattoos?


Mad that your beats wack, all your raps trash too? (Shut up!)
Are you angry that your beats are subpar and your raps are considered garbage too? (Shut up!)


Do you resent that you need meds again, neglected friends
Are you upset that you have to rely on medication once more, neglecting your friends in the process?


And now you just pretend you're not pathetic, you're not Eminem!
And yet you continue to pretend that you're not a pitiful individual, that you're not like Eminem!


Yeah, it's one of those days, don't know why I don't feel okay
Yes, it's one of those days when I'm not feeling alright, and I can't explain why


Close both eyes and focus on pain, blows my mind alone in my brain
I shut my eyes tight and immerse myself in pain, leaving my mind in turmoil and solitude


I smell smoke from all of those flames, fell in holes and hope for my grave
I sense the smoke rising from the bridges I've burned, while trapped in despair and longing for my own demise


They told me, 'Smell the roses', but I burned the whole bouquet
They advised me to appreciate life's blessings, but I destroyed all those joys and opportunities


Tom, you'll never win the fight against your haters long as I listen
Tom, you will never succeed in battling your haters as long as I continue to pay attention to them


'Cause I read every single comment that you try missing
Because I make sure to read every single comment that you attempt to ignore


Then recite them in your mind and memorize disses
And then I repeat those comments in your mind, memorizing the insults and comebacks


I'm a giant, Thomas, why you tryna fight with me?
I am much more powerful than you, Thomas, so why are you even attempting to fight against me?


I'm different, don't care about a height difference, I might win it
I'm unique, I don't concern myself with physical differences in height, as I might still come out victorious


Show up to a gun fight, knife swinging
I'm not afraid to confront a gun fight, wielding only a knife


(I am the darkness) yeah, I got night vision
(I am the darkness) yes, I possess the ability to navigate through the darkness


I been biting my tongue and the blood
I have been restraining myself and suppressing my true thoughts and emotions


From my cuts has been filling my stomach, I suffer
The blood from my wounds has been metaphorically nourishing my inner turmoil and causing me suffering


'Cause they don't show love when I'm humble
They don't demonstrate affection or support when I display humility


So now I just do this for all of my family and all of my brothers
Therefore, I continue on this path solely for the sake of my family and my fellow artists


Liar! You're rapping for yourself, it ain't for them
You're a liar! You're rapping for your own benefit, not for the sake of others


Your selfish motivations are the reasons you're depressed
Your self-centered desires and motivations are the cause of your depression


I'm doing fine, you need to chill, you need to take more of those pills
I'm doing well, and you need to relax and take more of those pills for your own well-being


Take a breath and tell us all just exactly how you feel
Take a moment to breathe and share with us your true emotions


Tom, let's work together, you know how good we can be
Tom, let's collaborate and recognize the potential for greatness when we join forces


Don't deny it, just try it ('kay fine), repeat after me (fine)
Don't reject the idea, just give it a chance (okay, fine), repeat what I say (fine)


Hi, my name is Thomas, all I want's to be an artist
Hi, my name is Thomas, and all I desire is to become a successful artist


I need help from all my demons for my dreams to get accomplished
I require assistance from all my inner demons in order to achieve my dreams


See, Tom, I'm just what you need, we're a team
You see, Tom, I am exactly what you need, we make a great team


Disagree? Go ahead, cut your wrists and make your demons bleed (no!)
You disagree? Well, go ahead then, harm yourself and let your demons suffer (no!)


(Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha) I need to do this by myself
(Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha) I need to face this challenge on my own


I told you twice already exactly how I felt
I have already told you twice how I truly feel about this




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@JennyG.COW5

I will never know what it's like to be you, Tom, but thank you for sharing your struggles.

I don't know if I have a mental illness, but what I can tell you is I relate with this song.
I've had internal struggles with self esteem and self critical thoughts ever since I was a kid.

I still have thoughts like worrying about whether or not I'm enough as person and having similar arguments in my head as I try to think positively about life, while my inner critic tries to find something else wrong with me.


Stay strong Tom! 💪
Also, for anyone else who reads this!



All comments from YouTube:

@UpchurchOfficial

Dude that was fuckin awesome 🤘🏼💯

@coullsperger

Id love to hear you too work together agian

@grabitfast

creeksquad!

@stinkyleg21

Church, thanks for everything you do!

@opejskshwhsbjsh990

Hi church lol

@kingclint2382

Church 🤘

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@jessebundy6332

The fact that he raps about real issues and problems that everyone has to fight makes him the goat

@arianamooon

Thats how you get it, speaking for the people. Provide catharsis. They are the modern heroes.

@user-qg5gg4vq9m

This guy doesn't care about anything he talks about, he just wants money and views, like all other Republican "influencers"

@BenjaminCrout

That’s a stretch by a long shot, TM is certainly dope though.

You need to go listen to Canibus, Black Thought, Nas, DMX among others.

There’s a lot of great emcees that are equal if not better than TM, but Tom still gets his flowers, he’s dope. And on an independent level right up there with Tech N9ne (I’d love to see a collab and it would be the greatest collab between the top two independent artists in recent history)

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