Foreword
Tyler The Creator; Rex Orange County Lyrics

Bitch, fuck
Aggressively expressing frustration or anger

Uh, uh
An interjection of uncertain meaning, possibly indicating agreement or excitement

Fuck
Continuing the expression of frustration or anger

You have a question?
An abrupt transition to a more conversational tone, potentially indicating a shift in topic or purpose

How many cars can I buy 'til I run outta drive?
Asking a rhetorical question about the potential limitless accumulation of material possessions

How much drive can I have until I run outta road?
Questioning the value or purpose of pursuing material success

How much road can they pave until I run outta land?
Questioning the environmental impact and sustainability of human development and expansion

How much land can it be until I run in the ocean?
Musing on the inevitability of environmental destruction and the limited nature of human existence

Niggas go with the motions and all the plans
Observing how people tend to follow the norm and adhere to societal expectations

See, I was never into the beaches and all the sands
Rejecting conventional ideas of leisure or pleasure

See, I was in the woods with flowers, rainbows and posies
Choosing to appreciate the natural beauty of the world instead of material possessions or manufactured entertainment

Falling outta my pocket, but y'all want to know if I swam to cool down
Rejecting society's preoccupation with superficial details or mundane small talk

How much cooler can I get until run out of fans?
Reflecting on the unsustainable and ultimately unsatisfying nature of fame and public approval

How many fans can I have until they turn on the A/C?
Contemplating the fickleness and even hostility of public opinion

If the A/C blow up, well then, I'm TNT, I'm gone
Acknowledging the potential danger of placing too much value on fame or public image

I'm gone and I'm finished
Possibly referring to the transient and fleeting nature of fame or attention

And I ain't seen my friends in a minute
Acknowledging the potential isolation or disconnection that may come with fame or success

I'm guessing nothing lasts forever
Reflecting on the inevitability of change and the impermanence of all things

No, nothing lasts forever
Reiterating the idea that everything is temporary

Nothing sticks together
Considering the transience and lack of cohesion in life and society

I'm sick of sitting in doubt
Expressing frustration with uncertainty or indecision

Please let me figure this out
An appeal for clarity or a solution to problems or confusion

Shout out to the girls that I led on
Acknowledging past mistakes or behavior that may have hurt others

For occasional head and always keeping my bed warm
Admitting to exploiting or using others for personal gain or pleasure

And tryin' they hardest to keep my head on straight
Acknowledging the support or positive influence of others, despite negative behavior or attitudes

And keeping me up enough 'til I had thought I was airborne
Acknowledging the temporary highs or successes in life that may not be sustainable or meaningful

How many raps can I write 'til I get me a chain?
Questioning the authenticity or value of various art forms or cultural trends

How many chains can I wear 'til I'm considered a slave?
Reflecting on the dangers of excessive materialism, wealth worship, or cultural appropriation

How many slaves can it be 'til Nat Turner arrives?
A reference to Nat Turner’s rebellion, a historical event in which enslaved people rebelled against their masters.

How many riots can it be until them black lives matter?
Reflecting on the ongoing struggle for racial justice and the necessity of direct action or civil unrest

When niggas click, clack, splatter, pew, pew that nigga
A reference to gun violence and the dangerous reality of life in some communities

Life a game of basketball, you better shoot that nigga
A metaphor for the need to be prepared for danger, to protect oneself, and to take risks if necessary

'Cause if that cop got trigger, he better pull
A reference to police brutality and the danger that people of color may face when interacting with law enforcement

'Cause when I get pulled over, I usually play it cool
Describing a common survival strategy for people in potentially dangerous situations

'Cause I know what I'm driving is usually paid in full
Assuming that a person in a position of wealth and power may be able to escape consequences or danger

And my ego and possessions, will not let me be one (nah)
Admitting that excessive materialism or self-importance may be detrimental or isolating

Because I got a mansion, my mansion got some rooms
A simple statement of fact regarding material success

And rooms got some windows and my windows got some views
A reflection on the potential beauty or pleasures of a luxurious or comfortable lifestyle

And views get some stairs and my backyard does too
Describing the multiple levels or features of a large or impressive property

And if you walk to the bottom, you'll probably see a pool
Further description of the luxurious and extravagant features of a large property

You better not drown, keep them ten toes up
A warning to stay safe and not overindulge, even in luxurious surroundings

'Cause if those ten toes down, that mean that you fucked up
Admitting the danger, risk, or potential harm that may accompany an excessive lifestyle

And that's what I swim in
Acknowledging the luxuries and risks associated with a life of excess and wealth

And if I drown and don't come back
Contemplating the potential dangers, uncertainties, or risks that may accompany an extravagant lifestyle

Who's gonna know? (Maybe then I'll know)
Questioning the significance or impact of individual existence or achievements

I'm wondering if I don't come back
Acknowledging the potential danger, risks, or transience of life

Maybe then I'll know
Reflecting on the elusive nature of truth or knowledge

Ayy, don't come back
A repeated warning, reflecting uncertainty, ambivalence, or fear

Don't come back
Reinforcing the warning and sense of uncertainty surrounding certain choices or behaviors

No, no
An exclamation of disapproval or disappointment