Attention!
XXXTENTACION Lyrics


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'Tention (hey), 'tention (hey)
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

Overall Meaning

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

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@jameswilson8759

This song need more attention

@luke_presents9444

I get it lol

@sasukeuchiha-vg2mz

is that a pun

@luke_presents9444

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cool

@TWEAKALOT

Underratted

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@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

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