catfish
i.am.orange Lyrics
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Catfish gang get slapped, you thought you was gettin' the nyash (bow, bow)
Hate when I talk and they ain't gettin' the facts (facts)
Things popped up, I bought them (bought them)
I really done balldog four long (four long)
Gle twelves and scorpions, the K really make shit awkward
Ain't got a safe, don't tamper (no)
Niggas gettin' bined for banter
Watch out for the camera
Tryna send him right up like he's tryna go SUSHISAMBA
Extended clip, it's a ladder
I'm with a bad one and she just wants to top it and feel the chain
Said all men's the same
I'm lookin' at these Lugers, nines and I feel the same
Bro got got, and he's out tryna do them worse
Let 'em feel his pain (yeah)
Go with the shiesty, they won't know who to blame (no)
All I know if an opp gets got, then we celebrate (yeah)
Somethin' gets hit with a-, who's sellin' plates?
Clip on the side, gotta lace these trainer separate (awkward)
Came through the entrance, gave him an exit
That was on the A, but it's E for effort
(Turn, turn, they told me turn)
(They told me turn)
This 40's rusty, but it beats crazy, now the wap's a catfish
My bro got touched, gotta turn team GB, but we ain't doin' long jump or javelin
Got new hand ting, boots with the laces thick, comin' like Lanvins (yeah)
If I traded these forties, treys and Glocks, could've got a new crib for gang'nem (turn up)
Had a Nokia, tryna do numbers before a mixtape or tracklist
Wads in a carrier bag, no elastic
Ever come back for the re?
Bro's lig' with blood on the bumper, danglin' 'cause the beef's life and active (it's active)
Now we eat pilau rice and fish, ain't it different? (Told me turn)
Bro see me do backhand grip, now you wanna wave it different
Burberry show, I see Chloe Bailey, but the Old Bailey's different
Young Gs stubborn, wanna put the same old key in the same ignition
Came in the scene, hand ting comin' like a referee, when it's playin', it's whistlin'
This bad B Hispanic, I love it when she moan in Spanish
She got wet seein' all this ice in her boat, now she tryna go down, Titanic
If it was up to bro, he would pattern up work all over the atlas
Dinner table takin' wappers, I told him "Have some manners"
Turn, turn, they told me turn
They told me turn
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In i.am.orange's song "Catfish," the lyrics depict a narrative centered around gang affiliation and the experiences that come along with it. The first verse starts off with a boastful tone, asserting dominance over rivals who thought they were going to succeed but were instead defeated. The artist also expresses frustration when people misunderstand or misinterpret his words. He mentions acquiring various weapons and being involved in illicit activities that cause tension and awkwardness. The lyrics also touch on loyalty to friends, planning strategies, and the consequences of engaging in violence. The second verse delves into the danger and risks associated with criminal behavior, as well as the allure and material gains that come with it. The artist acknowledges the potential for violence and retaliation while also highlighting the desire for success and prosperity. The lyrics also allude to encounters with women and the pleasures that can be derived from that lifestyle.
Line by Line Meaning
Catfish gang get slapped, you thought you was gettin' the nyash (bow, bow)
The Catfish gang is being defeated and you realize that you were not as successful as you thought
Hate when I talk and they ain't gettin' the facts (facts)
I dislike it when I speak and people don't understand the truth
Things popped up, I bought them (bought them)
Unexpected situations arose and I dealt with them by acquiring what was necessary
I really done balldog four long (four long)
I have truly been grinding and hustling for a long time
Gle twelves and scorpions, the K really make shit awkward
Having high-powered firearms makes situations uncomfortable and tense
Shouts to the mandem, you ever sat down and plan dem
Shout out to my crew, have you ever taken the time to strategize with them
Ain't got a safe, don't tamper (no)
If you don't have a secure place, don't mess with it
Niggas gettin' bined for banter
People are facing consequences for their disrespectful behavior
Watch out for the camera
Be cautious because you are being monitored
Tryna send him right up like he's tryna go SUSHISAMBA
Attempting to elevate his status as if he is striving for something grand
Extended clip, it's a ladder
The extended clip is compared to a ladder, indicating an increased capacity
I'm with a bad one and she just wants to top it and feel the chain
I am with an attractive individual who desires to please me and wear my jewelry
Said all men's the same
She claims that all men are alike
I'm lookin' at these Lugers, nines and I feel the same
When I observe these different types of firearms, I experience a similar feeling
Bro got got, and he's out tryna do them worse
My brother was caught, and now he is seeking revenge on those who harmed him
Let 'em feel his pain (yeah)
Allow them to experience the suffering he has endured
Go with the shiesty, they won't know who to blame (no)
Choose to associate with those who are deceitful, causing confusion about who should be held accountable
All I know if an opp gets got, then we celebrate (yeah)
Whenever an opponent is defeated, we rejoice in the victory
Somethin' gets hit with a-, who's sellin' plates?
If something or someone gets targeted, who will take responsibility?
Clip on the side, gotta lace these trainer separate (awkward)
Attaching a magazine to the side of the firearm while keeping the shoelaces separate, creating an uncomfortable situation
Came through the entrance, gave him an exit
I entered forcefully, causing the other person to leave
That was on the A, but it's E for effort
Initially, it seemed like a success, but it only deserves an 'E' for effort
This 40's rusty, but it beats crazy, now the wap's a catfish
The firearm may be old and worn, but it still functions exceptionally well, deceiving others into underestimating it
My bro got touched, gotta turn team GB, but we ain't doin' long jump or javelin
My brother was attacked, so now we must become a formidable team like Great Britain, but not in the context of jumping or throwing sports
Got new hand ting, boots with the laces thick, comin' like Lanvins (yeah)
Acquired a new firearm, boots with thick laces, resembling a high-end brand
If I traded these forties, treys and Glocks, could've got a new crib for gang'nem (turn up)
If I exchanged these various types of firearms, I could have purchased a new home for my crew
Had a Nokia, tryna do numbers before a mixtape or tracklist
I used to have a Nokia phone, attempting to gain popularity before releasing a mixtape or tracklist
Wads in a carrier bag, no elastic
Bundles of cash stored in a bag without any elastic bands
Ever come back for the re?
Have you ever returned for the retaliation?
Bro's lig' with blood on the bumper, danglin' 'cause the beef's life and active (it's active)
My brother is connected with bloodshed, dangerously involved because the conflict is ongoing and intense
Now we eat pilau rice and fish, ain't it different? (Told me turn)
Now we enjoy a meal of pilau rice and fish, isn't it a contrast to what we experienced before? (They told me turn)
Bro see me do backhand grip, now you wanna wave it different
My brother witnessed my handling of a situation, and now he imitates it in a different manner
Burberry show, I see Chloe Bailey, but the Old Bailey's different
Attending a Burberry fashion show, seeing Chloe Bailey, but the Old Bailey (a famous court in London) has a distinct atmosphere
Young Gs stubborn, wanna put the same old key in the same ignition
The young individuals are resistant to change and want to use the same outdated methods
Came in the scene, hand ting comin' like a referee, when it's playin', it's whistlin'
Introducing myself to the scene, possessing a firearm that resembles a referee, making noise like a whistle during a game
This bad B Hispanic, I love it when she moan in Spanish
This attractive woman is of Hispanic descent, and I find it pleasurable when she expresses herself in moans using the Spanish language
She got wet seein' all this ice in her boat, now she tryna go down, Titanic
She became sexually excited when she saw all the jewelry I possess, and now she wants to engage in intimate activities resembling the sinking of the Titanic
If it was up to bro, he would pattern up work all over the atlas
If my brother had his way, he would establish business connections worldwide
Dinner table takin' wappers, I told him "Have some manners"
While eating together, my brother is consuming a large quantity, and I have to remind him to behave politely
Turn, turn, they told me turn
People advised me to change my ways
They told me turn
They advised me to change my course of action
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Written by: Irving Adjei, Devonte Perkins Martin
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