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“toxic punk, they don’t love me”

Toxic Punk
YoungBoy Never Broke Again Lyrics

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(Pipe that shit up, TnT)
(DMac on the fuckin' track)
(Lil' Trebble made the beat, he only have to play it once)
Take one, I'm gon' take one
Yeah (let me take one, let me, oh)
Ayy, this Lil Top, nigga
Yeah, Double R, Double R at that, man
You can call me, you can call me

Woo

Fly shit, birthstone, say she love me
Ugly boy, toxic punk, they don't love me, yeah
Foreign drugs, hallucinations all I see
Actin' crazy, get the police called on me

I just wan' dive from off the stage and pray to God I don't fall
I say, "The drugs what made me"
I say, "The drugs what made me"
Lately makin' sure the fire don't go out on a stroll
I take one puff, I'm lazy
I take some puffs, I'm lazy
Call and tell me have my shit packed 'fore you get home
Are you crazy, baby? Where I'ma go?
All these drugs that I'm on, it don't make me any stronger
Ridin' fast in my foreign, it don't make sense when I'm alone, huh
Thinkin' 'bout you gone, it got me sad
Ridin' fast, police on my ass, huh
Do the dash, hopin' I don't crash
But if I do, so (hmm)

Fly shit, birthstone, say she love me
Ugly boy, toxic punk, they don't love me, yeah
Foreign drugs, hallucinations all I see
Actin' crazy, get the police called on me (woo)
Fly shit, birthstone, say she love me
Ugly boy, toxic punk, they don't love me, yeah
Foreign drugs, hallucinations all I see
Actin' crazy, get the police called on me

Take one, I'ma take one
I'ma take one, wanna, oh-oh
Let me take one
Might just take
Let's go

(Let's go, let's go)
Okay

Overall Meaning

The opening line of "Toxic Punk," "Fly sh** birthstone say she love me," sets the tone for the song: it's about the highs and lows of fame and drug addiction. The lyrics mention Lil Top, who is a rapper who also hails from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, like YoungBoy Never Broke Again, suggesting solidarity within a community that is often marred by violence and tragedy. The line "ugly boy toxic punk they don't love me" is a direct reference to YoungBoy's moniker, YoungBoy Never Broke Again, which portrays a sense of triumph over adversity, but also to the sense of alienation and suspicion that often accompanies success.

YoungBoy's use of "foreign drugs" and "hallucinations" reveals a deeper sense of isolation and disorientation. The lyrics also mention acting crazy and police getting called on him, drawing attention to his troubled past and the difficulties he has experienced with law enforcement. The line "I just wan' dive from off the stage and pray to God I don't fall" is a poignant expression of vulnerability and fear, despite his outward projection of confidence and toughness.

"Toxic Punk" sheds light on YoungBoy Never Broke Again's personal struggles with addiction and celebrity. The song emphasizes the price of fame and the challenges associated with navigating a culture that often places more value on image than on substance. Through its relatable themes and compelling beats, the song has resonated with many of its listeners.

Line by Line Meaning

Fly shit, birthstone, say she love me
I'm attracted to the finer things in life and I have someone who claims to love me despite my flaws and toxic behavior

Ugly boy, toxic punk, they don't love me, yeah
Others don't view me as someone worthy of love due to my erratic, harmful actions

Foreign drugs, hallucinations all I see
I'm trapped in a cycle of drug use that leads to dangerous and disorienting experiences

Actin' crazy, get the police called on me (woo)
My wild behavior often results in law enforcement being called to intervene and control my actions

I just wan' dive from off the stage and pray to God I don't fall
I yearn to escape my problems through performing and taking risks, but fear the outcome of those actions

I say, 'The drugs what made me'
I attribute my negative behavior to drug use

Lately makin' sure the fire don't go out on a stroll
I'm currently focused on maintaining my drug habit and keeping my supply from running low while wandering aimlessly

I take one puff, I'm lazy
Even a small amount of drugs leads to my inability to function and be productive

Call and tell me have my shit packed 'fore you get home
Due to my paranoia and erratic behavior, I'm constantly on edge and ready to flee

Are you crazy, baby? Where I'ma go?
I rely on my partner for emotional support and safety, despite my toxic behavior

All these drugs that I'm on, it don't make me any stronger
My drug use is not empowering or beneficial, but rather a crutch that hinders my strength and potential

Ridin' fast in my foreign, it don't make sense when I'm alone, huh
Despite the high of speeding in a luxury car and the excitement of thrill-seeking, I'm still unhappy and lost when I'm by myself

Thinkin' 'bout you gone, it got me sad
I'm heavily dependent on my partner for emotional stability and their absence leaves me feeling devastated

Ridin' fast, police on my ass, huh
My reckless behavior has consequences and puts me in danger, attracting unwanted attention from law enforcement

Do the dash, hopin' I don't crash
I'm willing to take risks and speed away from the police, despite the potential for fatal consequences

But if I do, so (hmm)
Even in the face of danger, I'm unafraid of the consequences of my actions

Take one, I'ma take one
I will continue to indulge in drug use and self-destructive behavior

Let me take one
I crave the high and escape that drugs provide me with

Lyrics © LUSH MUSIC LLC, Ultra Tunes, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: David Mcdowell, Kentrell Desean Gaulden, Noah William Davis, Thomas Horton

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