Choppers
Tony Bowens & The Soul-Choppers Lyrics


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Yea i wild slide momma always loved to glide ice skating
What a ride what a ride playing fortnite got a hunid by my side

'By my side' walking through the walls i can colide colide
If my brother ever got shot he would die 'die' i would pray to

The lord 'why'wake up in the morning and cry 'cry' see 2 bullets in his eye
'Why' gotta 2 packet of some ice 'ice' runnin up a

Check for my spine 'spine'why u kids always whine 'whine'
All these kids flexin on me with a dime 'dime' ima pay time if i do

Crime 'crime all these raps rhyme 'rhyme' doing 2 day project outta time
'Time' rapping on these kicks these are mine 'mine

Check out these shoes i got from my friends body named 9 '9'check out
My pocket full of ice 'ice' ima cook dis dude with some rice

'Rice' ima turn up the spice 'spice' i can't play fortnite all night 'night'
Or my head will get tired of the clime 'clime'

All i ever do is wanna bind 'wanna bind' practice makes perfect
But u can run outta time 'time' u ain't got 9 lives 'lives'

So live like how u wanna be till u die 'die'i ain't got time to spy 'spy'
I do what i can to survive 'survive' all i want to

Do is live life 'life' some day i will have kids and a wife 'wife'
I care about my mom and peoples rights 'rights' i go up to

My friend he wanna fight 'fight' i knock him out before he blinks an eye 'eye'
I swear to god i try to make everythhing right

I ain't going to say it 2 times i only care about my mom
And peoples rights 'rights'done come outside if your outside boy stop

Saying all these lies 'lies' ima cook u to some fries 'fries'
Pull up with these rhymes for the spice 'spice' ready for the chicken

And the rice 'rice'i got deoderant and its old spice 'old spice'
Gotta 2 day project outta time 'outta timeee yeaaa ah

Wild slide momma always loved to glide ice skating what a ride 'what a ride'
Playing fortnite got a hunid by my side

'By my side' walking through the walls i can colide 'colide'
If my brother ever got shot he would die 'die' i would pray to





The lord 'why'wake up in the morning and cry 'cry' see 2 bullets in his eye
'Why' isnt life just a wild slide yeaaaa yea

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Tony Bowens & The Soul-Choppers's song "Choppers" depict a mix of experiences and emotions. The artist reminisces about ice skating and the exhilarating feeling of gliding, symbolizing a carefree joy and freedom. The mention of playing Fortnite adds a contemporary touch, indicating the artist's affinity for video games and the presence of companionship ("got a hunid by my side"). The lyrics then take a darker turn as the artist mentions a brother who could potentially face harm and expresses a deep sense of fear and concern ("If my brother ever got shot he would die... I would pray to the lord, 'why,' wake up in the morning and cry").


The lyrics also touch on themes of resilience and the struggle to survive. The artist references challenging circumstances, such as feeling overwhelmed and burdened ("gotta two packets of some ice... running up a check for my spine"), and lamenting the constant complaining and flexing of others ("why u kids always whine... All these kids flexin on me with a dime"). The artist acknowledges the fleeting nature of time and encourages perseverance and seizing opportunities ("doing a two-day project outta time... practice makes perfect, but you can run outta time... I ain't got time to spy, I do what I can to survive").


Overall, the lyrics encapsulate a mix of nostalgia, longing for carefree moments, concerns for loved ones, and the determination to carve out a meaningful life amidst challenges.


Line by Line Meaning

Yea i wild slide momma always loved to glide ice skating
Yes, I metaphorically glide smoothly through life like ice skating, just as my mother always enjoyed doing.


What a ride what a ride playing fortnite got a hunid by my side
Playing Fortnite is exhilarating and enjoyable, especially when I have a hundred people (referring to the game) supporting me.


'By my side' walking through the walls i can colide colide
With the people close to me, I feel unstoppable and capable of overcoming any obstacles that come my way.


If my brother ever got shot he would die 'die' i would pray to
In a hypothetical situation where my brother is harmed, it would be devastating as it could result in his death, leading me to seek solace and guidance through prayer.


The lord 'why' wake up in the morning and cry 'cry' see 2 bullets in his eye
In a questioning and despairing tone, I wonder why such violence exists in the world, imagining the distressing sight of two bullets affecting my brother's well-being.


'Why' gotta 2 packet of some ice 'ice' runnin up a
I inquire why I possess two packets of drugs, symbolized by the term 'ice,' and engage in risky behavior associated with them.


Check for my spine 'spine' why u kids always whine 'whine'
I examine my strength and resilience ('spine') while expressing annoyance towards the constant complaining of others, particularly younger individuals.


All these kids flexin on me with a dime 'dime' ima pay time if i do
I feel intimidated by these youngsters who show off expensive possessions ('dime'), but I recognize that if I try to compete, I would end up paying a hefty price.


Crime 'crime all these raps rhyme 'rhyme' doing 2 day project outta time
Engaging in illegal activities ('crime') and writing rhyming lyrics go hand in hand, but I struggle to complete a project within the limited time frame I have.


Rapping on these kicks these are mine 'mine
I confidently boast about my skills in rapping, likening it to claiming ownership ('mine') over a pair of sneakers.


Check out these shoes i got from my friends body named 9 '9' check out
I proudly display the shoes I acquired from a friend who passed away, referencing their nickname ('9') as homage.


My pocket full of ice 'ice' ima cook dis dude with some rice
I have a significant amount of drugs ('ice') in my possession and metaphorically threaten someone by saying I will confront them ('cook') while adding food metaphors ('rice') for effect.


'Rice' ima turn up the spice 'spice' i can't play fortnite all night 'night'
Continuing with food analogies, I express my intention to increase the intensity ('spice') of a situation, but emphasize that I cannot spend the entire night playing Fortnite.


Or my head will get tired of the clime 'clime'
If I continue to engage in virtual activities for an extended period, I will become mentally fatigued and exhaust myself with the monotonous routine ('clime').


All i ever do is wanna bind 'wanna bind' practice makes perfect
My desire is to establish a strong connection ('bind') with my aspirations, continuously striving to improve and believing that repeated practice leads to excellence.


But u can run outta time 'time' u ain't got 9 lives 'lives'
While dedicating oneself to improvement, it is crucial to remember that time is limited, implying that we cannot waste it carelessly, as we do not possess multiple opportunities ('9 lives') for redemption.


So live like how u wanna be till u die 'die' i ain't got time to spy 'spy'
One should live in a manner that aligns with their desired outcome until the end of their life, as indicated by the repetition of 'die.' I express my lack of interest in prying into the lives of others ('spy'), emphasizing the importance of focusing on oneself.


I do what i can to survive 'survive' all i want to
I will do whatever is necessary to continue living ('survive'), highlighting my primal instinct for self-preservation.


Do is live life 'life' some day i will have kids and a wife 'wife'
My ultimate goal is to experience the joys of existence ('live life'), envisioning a future where I have a family of my own, including children and a wife.


I care about my mom and peoples rights 'rights' i go up to
I prioritize the well-being and rights of my mother and other individuals, recognizing the importance of social justice ('rights') and actively advocating for them.


My friend he wanna fight 'fight' i knock him out before he blinks an eye 'eye'
Despite a friend expressing a desire for conflict ('fight'), I swiftly overpower him, metaphorically depicting my ability to defeat him before he can even react ('blinks an eye').


I swear to god i try to make everythhing right
I sincerely promise that I make genuine efforts to rectify any wrongs and bring about positive outcomes.


I ain't going to say it 2 times i only care about my mom
I emphasize that I will not repeat my declaration, as it is essential to me and carries great significance, showcasing my utmost care for my mother.


And peoples rights 'rights' done come outside if your outside boy stop
Advocating for the rights of others ('rights'), I challenge someone to appear and confront me if they dare, urging them to cease spreading falsehoods ('boy stop').


Saying all these lies 'lies' ima cook u to some fries 'fries'
Referring to someone's dishonesty as 'lies,' I metaphorically threaten to retaliate and cause harm ('cook') to them, employing a food metaphor ('fries') for dramatic effect.


Pull up with these rhymes for the spice 'spice' ready for the chicken
I bring forth my skillful lyrics ('rhymes') to add excitement and flavor ('spice') to the situation, expressing my readiness for confrontation ('chicken').


And the rice 'rice' i got deoderant and its old spice 'old spice'
Continuing with food-related references, I mention having deodorant, specifically the brand 'Old Spice,' symbolizing personal hygiene and self-care.


Gotta 2 day project outta time 'outta timeee yeaaa ah
I find myself under pressure with a project that needs to be completed within two days, highlighting the lack of available time ('outta timeee').


Wild slide momma always loved to glide ice skating what a ride 'what a ride'
Reflecting on the joyful memories of my mother passionately ice skating, I acknowledge the thrilling experience and express amazement ('what a ride').


Playing fortnite got a hunid by my side
While indulging in the popular game Fortnite, I boast about having a hundred supporters or allies ('hunid') accompanying me in the virtual world.




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Written by: Chris Taheri

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From my hometown of Hartford, CT. Such a pity that Mr. Bowens was killed in Vietnam.

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