Kung Fu
YBN Cordae Lyrics


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Daytrip took it to 10

Let me tell you how I come through with the 1-2
Kickin' shit like kung fu
Treat a bad bitch like she average
I'm a savage, lil' hoe, what you wan' do?
I'm about cash if the route fast
I'ma get that lil' nigga, by any means
Momma complain 'bout my Balmains, but it's all sane
Couple racks in my skinny jeans (ayy)
Hit it up, one time
Niggas gonna get it 'til the sun rise (ayy)
School of hard knocks, I'm alumni
Bitches on my dick like fungi
Won't stop, what's that?
Keep the Tommy on me like a Rugrat (ayy)
Niggas used to trap where the bus at
Tell momma I'ma quit, but I love cash (ayy)

I'ma just get it and get it again
Come ups I split with my friends, ayy
Twenty's them twenty's them twinny twin twin
Tryna flip Ford to a Benz
I'ma get it, I'ma get it regardless
Bussin' jugs and used to trap out the college
Give me brain, I swear that bitch is a scholar
No snakes around me, only snake on my collar
I'm a thief in the night, pray to Jesus to Christ
Better hope he believe in your life
Free my lil' nigga Saudi, was catching them bodies
He fighting his demons to light
All my niggas be trapping, your niggas be rapping
They robbed you, you asking what happened
Got a new bitch from China, she wearing designer
I'm lacing her in the new fashion (ayy)

Let me tell you how I come through with the 1-2
Kickin' shit like kung fu
Treat a bad bitch like she average
I'm a savage, lil' hoe, what you wan' do?
I'm about cash if the route fast
I'ma get that lil' nigga, by any means
Momma complain 'bout my Balmains, but it's all sane
Couple racks in my skinny jeans (ayy)
Hit it up, one time
Niggas gonna get it 'til the sun rise (ayy)
School of hard knocks, I'm alumni
Bitches on my dick like fungi
Won't stop, what's that?
Keep the Tommy on me like a Rugrat (ayy)
Niggas used to trap where the bus at
Tell momma I'ma quit, but I love cash

I've been all around the fucking globe
Baby what ya know?
Motherfucker better tuck and roll
Got places to go
And niggas missed the last flight
Livin' in the fast life
Momma said you never act right, Goddamn
Guess I'm a bad guy
But I'm on my grind like a halfpipe
'Cause I switch it and flip it and cook it up mad nice
'Til I see them flashlights, then I'm gone
Fast flash like, my future's a tad bright
Because when they rent is due, and your Benz is new
And your old friends be resenting you
Like my women brown, and my Benjies blue
Shit is fucked up when they envy you
'Member niggas got killed over Penny shoes
Where I'm from niggas dying like Kenny do
Take a hit of this PAC and this Henny juice
Only one of me, but there's plenty of you
It was all a dream, reminiscing of a smaller thing
Grandma cooking like Paula Deen
It ain't all it seems, grew up with the starving teens
And growing plants, still watering

Let me tell you how I come through with the 1-2
Kickin' shit like kung fu
Treat a bad bitch like she average
I'm a savage, lil' hoe, what you wan' do?
I'm about cash if the route fast
I'ma get that lil' nigga, by any means
Momma complain 'bout my Balmains, but it's all sane
Couple racks in my skinny jeans (ayy)
Hit it up, one time
Niggas gonna get it 'til the sun rise (ayy)
School of hard knocks, I'm alumni
Bitches on my dick like fungi
Won't stop, what's that?
Keep the Tommy on me like a Rugrat (ayy)
Niggas used to trap where the bus at
Tell momma I'ma quit, but I love cash





Daytrip took it to 10

Overall Meaning

The first verse of YBN Cordae's "Kung Fu" is a declaration of his attitude and drive, stating that he approaches life with intensity and skill, much like a martial artist. He's unafraid to treat women boldly and directly, and he's focused on making money by any means necessary. He flaunts his edgy fashion sense, even though his mother disapproves. The song's chorus reinforces these themes, emphasizing Cordae's determination to succeed and his preference for living fast and aggressively.


The second verse takes a nostalgic turn, as Cordae reflects on his humble beginnings and his difficult upbringing. He's been able to travel the world and enjoy new experiences, but he's conscious that success can create jealousy and resentment among old friends. He's also aware of the violence and poverty that he's left behind, and he's trying to balance his desire for wealth and status with his roots and values. Overall, "Kung Fu" showcases YBN Cordae's versatility as an artist, blending braggadocio with introspection and social commentary.


Line by Line Meaning

Let me tell you how I come through with the 1-2
Allow me to explain how I approach things with precision


Kickin' shit like kung fu
Making moves with strength and skill


Treat a bad bitch like she average
I don't put women on a pedestal and treat them all equally


I'm a savage, lil' hoe, what you wan' do?
I'm aggressive and won't hesitate to act if provoked


I'm about cash if the route fast
I'm all about making money as quickly as possible


I'ma get that lil' nigga, by any means
I'll do whatever it takes to achieve my goals, even if it means breaking the rules


Momma complain 'bout my Balmains, but it's all sane
My mother may not approve of my fashion choices, but it's no big deal


Couple racks in my skinny jeans (ayy)
I'm carrying a few thousand dollars in my tightly fitting jeans


Hit it up, one time
Let's do it once and do it right


Niggas gonna get it 'til the sun rise (ayy)
We'll keep hustling and grinding all night long


School of hard knocks, I'm alumni
I've learned my lessons from the streets


Bitches on my dick like fungi
Women are constantly pursuing me


Won't stop, what's that?
I won't give up or give in, what's that supposed to mean?


Keep the Tommy on me like a Rugrat (ayy)
I'm carrying a gun at all times


Niggas used to trap where the bus at
We used to sell drugs right where the bus stops


Tell momma I'ma quit, but I love cash (ayy)
I'll tell my mother I'm done with the hustle, but it's hard to resist the money


I'ma just get it and get it again
I'll keep grinding and making more money


Come ups I split with my friends, ayy
I'll share the wealth with my friends who are hustling with me


Twenty's them twenty's them twinny twin twin
I'm making stacks of money in twenty dollar bills


Tryna flip Ford to a Benz
I'm trying to upgrade my car from a Ford to a Benz


Bussin' jugs and used to trap out the college
I used to sell drugs and make money on a college campus


Give me brain, I swear that bitch is a scholar
I enjoy the company of intelligent women


No snakes around me, only snake on my collar
I don't have any disloyal people in my inner circle, only a snake on my shirt collar


I'm a thief in the night, pray to Jesus to Christ
I move swiftly and unexpectedly, and ask for divine protection


Better hope he believe in your life
You better hope God is on your side


Free my lil' nigga Saudi, was catching them bodies
I hope my friend who killed people gets released from prison


He fighting his demons to light
He's struggling with internal conflicts to find his way back to the light


All my niggas be trapping, your niggas be rapping
My friends are all hustlers, while your friends are just making music


They robbed you, you asking what happened
You got robbed and now you're wondering how it happened


Got a new bitch from China, she wearing designer
I have a new girlfriend from China who loves wearing expensive clothes


I'm lacing her in the new fashion (ayy)
I'm buying her the latest fashionable clothes


I've been all around the fucking globe
I've traveled around the world


Baby what ya know?
Do you know what I mean, baby?


Motherfucker better tuck and roll
You better be ready to move quickly or face the consequences


Got places to go
I have a lot of places to be and things to do


And niggas missed the last flight
My friends didn't catch their flight and are now stuck


Livin' in the fast life
I'm living a life of luxury and speed


Momma said you never act right, Goddamn
My mother thinks I'm always up to no good


Guess I'm a bad guy
I suppose I'm seen as a villain


But I'm on my grind like a halfpipe
I'm working hard and putting in effort like a skateboarder on a halfpipe


'Cause I switch it and flip it and cook it up mad nice
I'm versatile and creative, and can turn anything into a success


'Til I see them flashlights, then I'm gone
As soon as I see police or anyone who might interfere with my plans, I disappear


Fast flash like, my future's a tad bright
I see a bright future for myself, and it's coming fast


Because when they rent is due, and your Benz is new
When you have to pay rent but also have a new Benz, things can get stressful


And your old friends be resenting you
Your old friends will start to hate you when they see you've made it and they haven't


Like my women brown, and my Benjies blue
I prefer women with brown skin and like to have hundred dollar bills in blue


Shit is fucked up when they envy you
It's a messed up situation when people are jealous of you and your success


'Member niggas got killed over Penny shoes
I remember when people were killed over a cheap brand of shoes


Where I'm from niggas dying like Kenny do
In my hometown people are dying left and right, like a character on South Park named Kenny


Take a hit of this PAC and this Henny juice
Have a sip of this weed and cognac


Only one of me, but there's plenty of you
There's only one of me, but plenty of people who want to be like me


It was all a dream, reminiscing of a smaller thing
My success was once just a dream, and I remember when I had less


Grandma cooking like Paula Deen
My grandmother cooked just as well as a famous chef named Paula Deen


It ain't all it seems, grew up with the starving teens
My life wasn't always perfect, I grew up alongside people who struggled to get by


And growing plants, still watering
I'm still taking care of my roots and my community




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Cordae Dunston, David Biral, Denzel Baptiste, Russell Chell

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@DistrictTrending

This goes so hard🔥

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@Trevor102117

No, it doesn't you brain dead human

@rapperzgonewild9815

my nigga DAHSTYS whats up i still got u as a friend from the xbox 360 days

@AyotundeAkinlaja

District Trending I got some JID Never vibe from this idk why

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@father_scott-_-2750

He has a lisp yet he mumbles less then every other ybn member wow

@justawarlord

i looked at his mouth and i can see the lisp but dont hear it

@plugcap2604

Nahmir don’t mumble lol

@myworld218

It's called speech impediment smh

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