Commercial
Tyler the Creator Lyrics


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My life, screw it with a drunk bitch
Like what the fuck are we doin'
We kissin', I'm weezing, it's time to play Tetris
I play piano, jack off I'm anorexic
I'm fucking asthmatic, my records problematic
Talkin' to myself because my therapist done had it
All the racial slurs from the wangsters playin' from Lenny Kravitz
Love Lockdown like I am some sort of faggot
But I'm not in the first place
Waiting on my dad to say hi on my birthday
Cause Jesus wouldn't even be my friend on Church day
I plan on getting back *censored* the worst way
In the jungle, I planned on the keeper
Inside of the cage cause I'm a motherfuckin' Zebra
Obama's in office, niggas get job like teachers
Lookin' out, retarded kids screamin' out fuck slob, Jesus

And I can write a hook fast
I can get straight to the cash
Y'all niggas come last, I'm first though
No rehearsal, I know it all like Urkel
You can call it commercial
So turn it up, turn it up
Odd Future won't stop it

I make music for a reason, didn't vote Obama
So you can charge me with treason
Year round asshole, the fuck you season
The flu, I'm sick that's why everybody sneezin'
I'm always cheesin', smile for a reason
Fuck as I fuck you, I'm always teasin'
My daughter need milk and a quilt
So I'm sellin' the the haze for six bucks cause she always sneezin'
Some people need drugs, some people need dubs
On they car note to go to the club
But really, really, really, all I need deep down is a hug

And I can write a hook fast
I can get straight to the cash
Y'all niggas come last, I'm first though
No rehearsal, I know it all like Urkel
You can call it commercial
So turn it up, turn it up
Odd Future won't stop it

Look, I'm back like niggas on a bus
With a Rosa Parks state of mind, I don't give a fuck
And I'm strollin' Down South like Good Luck Chuck
In a Malcolm X shirt chillin' with the Ku Klux
Klan, I ain't nothin' to fuck with
O.F. clan they ain't nothin' to fuck with




The O.F. clan they ain't nothin' to fuck with
This Black Snake Moan is somethin' to suck bitch

Overall Meaning

In "Commercial," Tyler the Creator reflects on the troubled state of his life, including his struggles with mental health and relationships. He acknowledges his self-destructive tendencies, as seen with the line, "My life, screw it with a drunk bitch." He also reveals that he suffers from asthma and has had a difficult time with therapy. Tyler also opens up about his estranged relationship with his father and the feeling of isolation, even on religious or celebratory occasions, like church or his birthday.


The lyrics are filled with references to Tyler's love of music - from playing piano to writing hooks for commercial success. Tyler also seems to be critical of the music industry and its impact on the world. He mentions not voting for Obama and potentially facing charges of treason - perhaps a reference to the nonconformist message of his music. Despite this, he asserts his confident lyrical abilities and his commitment to Odd Future, promising that "Odd Future won't stop it."


Overall, "Commercial" offers a raw and honest look into Tyler the Creator's personal struggles and artistic values.


Line by Line Meaning

My life, screw it with a drunk bitch
I messed up my life by being involved with a drunk person


Like what the fuck are we doin'
I don't know why I am still hanging out with this person


We kissin', I'm weezing, it's time to play Tetris
My relationship is suffocating and I need to focus on something else


I play piano, jack off I'm anorexic
I have an addiction to pornography and a poor relationship with food


I'm fucking asthmatic, my records problematic
My health issues are affecting my ability to make music and lead a successful life


Talkin' to myself because my therapist done had it
My therapist is tired of listening to me and I am resorting to talking to myself


All the racial slurs from the wangsters playin' from Lenny Kravitz
I am fed up with hearing racist insults from wannabe gangsters listening to Lenny Kravitz


Love Lockdown like I am some sort of faggot
I feel insecure about liking Kanye West's song Love Lockdown because it goes against societal norms


But I'm not in the first place
I'm not interested in conforming to mainstream expectations


Waiting on my dad to say hi on my birthday
I am hoping for even the slightest acknowledgement from my father on my birthday


Cause Jesus wouldn't even be my friend on Church day
I feel disconnected from religion and the belief that Jesus would not even want to be around me in a church setting


I plan on getting back *censored* the worst way
I have a vengeful plan to get back at someone in a harsh way


In the jungle, I planned on the keeper
I have resigned myself to being contained like an animal in captivity


Inside of the cage cause I'm a motherfuckin' Zebra
I feel trapped like a zebra in a cage


Obama's in office, niggas get job like teachers
I am commenting on the belief that under Obama's administration, black people are only offered jobs as teachers and are limited in opportunities


Lookin' out, retarded kids screamin' out fuck slob, Jesus
I am describing a chaotic and distressing environment where disabled children shout obscenities and use religious figures to curse


And I can write a hook fast
I am skilled in quickly creating catchy music hooks


I can get straight to the cash
I am successful in making money through my music career


Y'all niggas come last, I'm first though
I see myself as superior to others in the music industry


No rehearsal, I know it all like Urkel
I am confident in my ability to perform and create music without practice or preparation


You can call it commercial
Despite being criticized for making commercial music, I embrace it as part of my success


So turn it up, turn it up
I urge listeners to play and enjoy my music


Odd Future won't stop it
My music group Odd Future will continue to make music and not be discouraged by criticism


I make music for a reason, didn't vote Obama
My music has a purpose and I did not support Obama in his presidency


So you can charge me with treason
I am aware of the potential consequences of not supporting Obama and am unafraid to face them


Year round asshole, the fuck you season
I have a cynical and unpleasant disposition and do not care about appeasing others


The flu, I'm sick that's why everybody sneezin'
My sickness and negativity are infectious and affecting those around me


I'm always cheesin', smile for a reason
Despite my negative outlook, I try to maintain a friendly persona


Fuck as I fuck you, I'm always teasin'
I enjoy teasing and annoying others


My daughter need milk and a quilt
I have responsibilities to care for my child


So I'm sellin' the haze for six bucks cause she always sneezin'
I am willing to sell drugs to make money for my child's needs


Some people need drugs, some people need dubs
People use drugs or material possessions to cope with their problems


On they car note to go to the club
Some people prioritize going out and having fun, even if it means making poor financial decisions


But really, really, really, all I need deep down is a hug
Despite my tough exterior, I crave human connection and affection


Look, I'm back like niggas on a bus
I am back and ready to take on the music industry


With a Rosa Parks state of mind, I don't give a fuck
I am following in the footsteps of civil rights activist Rosa Parks and refusing to conform to societal norms


And I'm strollin' Down South like Good Luck Chuck
I am traveling and experiencing new things without a care in the world


In a Malcolm X shirt chillin' with the Ku Klux
I am being provocative and rebellious by wearing a shirt of a civil rights activist around a hateful organization like the Ku Klux Klan


Klan, I ain't nothin' to fuck with
I am not afraid to challenge and confront hateful ideologies like the Ku Klux Klan


O.F. clan they ain't nothin' to fuck with
My music group Odd Future is strong and should not be underestimated


This Black Snake Moan is somethin' to suck bitch
I am referencing the song Black Snake Moan and implying that it is something that women want to engage with sexually




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Written by: TYLER OKONMA, CASEY VEGGIES

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@catdrawnt

lyrics:

2 bananas for 1 dolla
1 fo 60 cent
you down 10 if you dont get the 2
If you get the 2 you save 10
you do that 6 times you got a whole new banana jus for staying in business
but what if you only want one banana?
so you gon spend 3 bucks and das only 5 bananas?
tssk is you DUMB?
tssk it not even wort it doe
...
YOU AINT NEVER GON CATCH ME WITH A BANA-



@dodoubleg69

Lyrics:

Two bananas fou one dolla
One fou sisty sen
Yu dawn ten if you dont get da tot
If you get da tool you sabe ten
You do that six tahms you got a hole new banahnah just for staining in benis
But what if you only one one bananah
So you gon spen three bucks and dats only fahv banenas
Shh
Is you dunk
Shh
Schienwourdedough
You neva gonna catch me wida banan-



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@nntytuu

Explained economics in less than 30 seconds.

@l.u.c.a.s_torrez

Lol

@chesscomsupport8689

Diminishing marginal utility

@univon553

🀣

@Pain-cw3lt

This comment is gold lol.

@c4ctusc4ctusc4ctus

didnt even explain it right tho, you'd save 20 cents not 10. T eating too many bananas

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@Fuxinjuiced99

β€œIs you dumb?!?!”

I felt that

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Hit too close to home.

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@s.s5933

Parents be like:

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