Staples rose to prominence with appearances on albums by Odd Future members and his collaborative mixtape titled Stolen Youth with Mac Miller, who produced the project. In October 2014, he released his debut EP Hell Can Wait, which included the singles "Hands Up" and "Blue Suede". His debut album, Summertime '06, was released on June 30, 2015, to critical acclaim. He was also featured as a part of the XXL 2015 Freshman Class.[3] His second album Big Fish Theory incorporates avant-garde, dance and electronic influences. It was released on June 23, 2017, to further acclaim from critics. He was also featured on Gorillaz's album Humanz. On November 2, 2018, Staples released his third studio album, FM!.
THE BEACH
Vince Staples Lyrics
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Tryna make it to the top, we can't take everybody with us
We can't get everybody rich, we can't fuck everybody bitches
I'm afraid to catch a case, I feel like everybody snitchin'
Cold sweats and the shivers, I be havin' premonitions
Growin' up, ain't have no license, 'less it said to check the engine
'Less we had to spark the wick, show somebody that we miss 'em
I will park a nigga shit, streets got dark and niggas quit, huh
In the city, baby, your first rap can be a murder rap
I will let you hold it, but you gotta bring my burner back
One up in the top, I get to drop, you know I'm surfin' that
Send him up to heaven gates, now his mom is sellin' plates
Now his homies watchin' cars, 'cause he out here actin' hard
Please, don't try to get involved 'less you wanna prove it
'Cause my gangsters really movin', ho, don't cut 'em, niggas shootin', wait
In "THE BEACH", Vince Staples discusses the harsh realities of life as a member of a gang in his hometown of Long Beach, California. The opening line of the song, "Oh, yeah, everybody killa", sets the tone for the rest of the lyrics which explore themes of violence, loyalty and the struggle for survival in a community where every man is out for himself.
Staples questions the notion that everyone can make it to the top and acknowledges the fact that some people will be left behind. He also talks about the paranoia and fear that comes with living a life of crime. The line "I'm afraid to catch a case, I feel like everybody snitchin'" highlights the constant threat of betrayal that gang members face, even from those they consider to be their friends.
The second half of the song takes a darker turn as Staples reminisces about his past experiences with violence. He talks about driving without a license and having to resort to violence in order to solve disputes. The line "I will park a nigga shit, streets got dark and niggas quit, huh" suggests that Staples has had to use his car as a weapon in the past.
Overall, "THE BEACH" offers a stark portrayal of life on the streets and the difficult choices that young people are forced to make in order to survive.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, yeah, everybody killa
Everyone is tough or thinks they are.
Tryna make it to the top, we can't take everybody with us
Striving for success but realizing not everyone can come along or benefit from it.
We can't get everybody rich, we can't fuck everybody bitches
Not everybody can be successful or get what they want.
I'm afraid to catch a case, I feel like everybody snitchin'
Fearful of legal consequences and paranoid about others ratting him out.
Cold sweats and the shivers, I be havin' premonitions
Experiencing intense anxiety and predicting future events subconsciously.
Growin' up, ain't have no license, 'less it said to check the engine
Not legally permitted to operate a vehicle unless it was necessary.
'Less we had to spark the wick, show somebody that we miss 'em
Initiating an explosive device to pay respects to someone who has passed away.
I will park a nigga shit, streets got dark and niggas quit, huh
Damaging someone's property and witnessing others getting intimidated and giving up.
Tell me where you from, I ain't heard of that
Challenging someone's assertion of belonging to a certain place.
In the city, baby, your first rap can be a murder rap
In the urban environment, one's initial experience with music can be violent or deadly.
I will let you hold it, but you gotta bring my burner back
Lending a firearm to someone with the expectation that it will be returned later.
One up in the top, I get to drop, you know I'm surfin' that
Having a gun on standby and confidently utilizing it as needed.
Send him up to heaven gates, now his mom is sellin' plates
Killing someone and subsequently causing their family to become financially unstable or resort to alternative means of income.
Now his homies watchin' cars, 'cause he out here actin' hard
Friends of the deceased victim feel forced to engage in illegal activity due to the actions of their deceased friend.
Please, don't try to get involved 'less you wanna prove it
Discouraging others from interfering unless they are willing to show their loyalty through action.
'Cause my gangsters really movin', ho, don't cut 'em, niggas shootin', wait
Asserting the danger and power of associates and warning others not to cross them, as they will resort to violence.
Lyrics Β© Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Thibault Antoine Dominguez, Vince Staples
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[Verse]
Aw, yeah, everybody killer
Tryna make it to the top, we can't take everybody with us
We can't get everybody rich, we can't fuck everybody bitches
I'm afraid to catch a case, I feel like everybody snitching
Cold sweats and the shivers, I be having premonitions
Growin' up, ain't had no lights unless it said to check the engine
'Less we had to spark the wick, show somebody that we miss 'em
I would park a nigga shit, streets got dark and niggas quit, huh
Tell me where you from, I ain't heard of that
In the city, baby, your first rap can be a murder rap
I will let you hold it but you gotta bring my burner back
One up in the top, I get the drop, you know I'm surfin' that
Send 'em up to Heaven gates, now his mama sellin' plates
Now his homies washin' cars 'cause he out here actin' hard
Please don't try to get involved 'less you wanna prove it
'Cause my gangsters really movin', hold on cuh, them niggas shootin', wait
Sweet Dreams TV
I pray he makes an extended version to this masterpiece one day.
Rawinder Singh
This flow is fire
sfulmer15
Itβs already made 5 times over knowing him
Genciano Marroquin
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Sweet Dreams TV
This will be appreciated so much more, later on in our lives and Iβm glad I was here to hear the beauty before everyone else. Love you all, stay safe and spread love. π
Sweet Dreams TV
Also I wish this was longer, like it makes me so sad that itβs not longer:/
C
Such an incredible flow.
5ve
Vince Staples is a huge inspiration to me and I WILL produce a song for him one day.
An emo emu
Vince has been on a roll lately
maggie!
i love this album so much, its so good and its such an easy listen