Onfroy's most popular song to-date is Look at Me, which was originally released in 2016 and re-released in 2017, and peaked at number 42 on US Billboard Hot 100. The single helped him gain more popularity in early 2017 due to accusations of Canadian rapper Drake using a similar rap flow in his then unreleased song, now released under the name "KMT", that he previewed at a concert in Amsterdam featuring British rapper Giggs.
In July 2016, Onfroy was arrested and charged with robbery and assault with a deadly weapon. After posting bail in early October of the same year, while awaiting trial, Onfroy was arrested again later that month on charges of false imprisonment, witness tampering, and aggravated battery of a pregnant victim. Onfroy was released from jail on bail on March 26, 2017.
Onfroy announced his debut studio album, 17 on July 30, 2017. The album released on August 25, 2017. It features 11 tracks and includes the lead single Revenge.
Onfroy was shot and killed on June 18, 2018, in Deerfield Beach, Florida.
ATTENTION
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When you see me, please stand at attention
Real lie (hey), realize (hey)
Try me, I'ma send you back to real life
'Tention (hey), 'tention (hey)
When you see me, please stand at attention
Real lie (hey), realize (yeah)
Try me, I'ma send you back to real life
Oh my God, I've been up, I've been dead, yeah
Put a show on, take it off, get it wet, yeah
I might drop a bomb on your head, Funk Flex, yeah
Blew up, no Saddam, I put money on your head, yeah
Shawty, I'm an asshole like Charlamagne
Please excuse this cash, yeah, I am fresh out the bank
Put one in the head if you charmin' like a snake
Bible on the dash, like I'm fucking Gunplay, ayy
'Tention (hey), 'tention (hey)
When you see me, please stand at attention
Real lie (hey), realize (huh)
Try me, I'ma send you back to real life
'Tention (hey), 'tention (huh)
When you see me, please stand at attention
Real lie (hey), realize (huh)
Try me, I'ma send you back to real life
The lyrics to XXXTentacion’s song “Attention!” depict a commanding tone through the repetition of the phrase “’tention” and the description of the consequences that may follow if the listener does not comply. The repetitive use of “’tention” suggests a desire for respect and obedience while the lyrics explicitly state that if one is to “Try me, [he’ll] send you back to real life.” This phrase suggests consequences for those who do not show respect or obedience. The lines “Shawty, I'm an asshole like Charlamagne / Please excuse this cash, yeah, I am fresh out the bank / Put one in the head if you charmin' like a snake” warns the listener to not behave like a snake, which is a common theme in many literary genres as they symbolize deceit, betrayal, and immorality.
Further, the lyrics “Oh my God, I've been up, I've been dead, yeah / Put a show on, take it off, get it wet, yeah” may seemingly describe the lifestyle of a rockstar, with the repetition of the phrase “yeah” further emphasizing the entitlement that the singer potentially feels. He also references Funkmaster Flex and Saddam Hussein, further displaying his perceived power. However, when he says “Bible on the dash, like I'm fucking Gunplay,” he alludes to a sense of spirituality, which may suggest that the singer is not fully consumed by his entitled lifestyle.
Line by Line Meaning
'Tention (hey), 'tention (hey)
Attention, please!
When you see me, please stand at attention
When I come around, show me respect.
Real lie (hey), realize (hey)
Wake up and see the truth.
Try me, I'ma send you back to real life
Don't mess with me, or I'll make you regret it.
'Tention (hey), 'tention (hey)
Listen up!
Oh my God, I've been up, I've been dead, yeah
I've been through a lot.
Put a show on, take it off, get it wet, yeah
I'm ready to perform and have a good time.
I might drop a bomb on your head, Funk Flex, yeah
I could get confrontational if needed.
Blew up, no Saddam, I put money on your head, yeah
I'm successful and powerful.
Shawty, I'm an asshole like Charlamagne
I can be difficult and abrasive like Charlamagne.
Please excuse this cash, yeah, I am fresh out the bank
I'm wealthy and willing to flaunt it.
Put one in the head if you charmin' like a snake
I won't tolerate deceit or dishonesty.
Bible on the dash, like I'm fucking Gunplay, ayy
I carry my faith and beliefs with me everywhere I go.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jahseh Onfroy, Johnathan Cunningham
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jameswilson8759
This song need more attention
@luke_presents9444
I get it lol
@sasukeuchiha-vg2mz
is that a pun
@luke_presents9444
@@sasukeuchiha-vg2mz yup
@sasukeuchiha-vg2mz
cool
@TWEAKALOT
Underratted
@deandre2984
haven’t listened in forever , miss this guy
@gpmjw_999
This legend*
@yunga.r
@Ok buddy Dude are u DUMB he’s a legend
@lavish_monsterosity
@Ok buddy Dude dumbass he was a legend he helped more than 5 million kids and made them happy and also have you even gone far on his music if you do go take my name was one of the best hip hop artist