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j.DePina Lyrics


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If you want the pressure like the dope that I smoke
Nigga hang loss they can get choked with the rope
And I talk to God like I hang with the pope
In a plateau coming out the slope
If life's a trip then this shit a dream
Ah life is bitch you can get hit with a beam
Shit not the same
Doesn't seem what it seems
Doesn't seem what it seems
Shit not the same
Doesn't seem what it seems
Doesn't seem what it seems, yea
If you want the pressure like the dope that I smoke
Nigga hang loss they can get choked with the rope
And I talk to God like I hang with the pope
In a plateau coming out the slope
If life's a trip then this shit a dream
Ah life is bitch you can get hit with a beam
Shit not the same
Doesn't seem what it seems
Doesn't seem what it seems
Shit not the same
Doesn't seem what it seems
Doesn't seem what it seems, yea
Imma go hit them with DDT's
Wait till I bang like I'm DDP
None of y'all really believe in me
We just gonna wait and see
I got the juice and power
Yuh niggas just our here just dwindling
I'm not belittling
Y'all to little y'all shivering
I cannot fall cause ignorance is eminent
Rolling on E pushing 10 like I'm Michelin
Sensing shit loosing my innocence
Heaven sent but a nigga still a deviant
Hell-bent I'm kinda mischievous
Look for wishes gotta find where the genie is
Gave me dumb brain does that make her genius
Rolling with Phineas I know he got herb
I live in the noun, uh nigga that's verb
Going round for round nigga fuck what you heard
Going round for round nigga fuck what you heard
If you want the pressure like the dope that I smoke
Nigga hang loss they can get choked with the rope
And I talk to God like I hang with the pope
In a plateau coming out the slope
If life's a trip then this shit a dream
Ah life is bitch you can get hit with a beam
Shit not the same
Doesn't seem what it seems
Doesn't seem what it seems
Shit not the same
Doesn't seem what it seems
Doesn't seem what it seems, yea
If you want the pressure like the dope that I smoke
Nigga hang loss they can get choked with the rope
And I talk to God like I hang with the pope
In a plateau coming out the slope
If life's a trip then this shit a dream
Ah life is bitch you can get hit with a beam
Shit not the same
Doesn't seem what it seems
Doesn't seem what it seems
Shit not the same




Doesn't seem what it seems
Doesn't seem what it seems, yea

Overall Meaning

In J.DePina's song "Listen," he comes out strong and confident declaring that even if people aren't listening to rap music, he and others in the industry still love it and are going to keep rapping. "It's J.Reeper the flamethrower the soul keeper," he raps as he boasts about being a killer of the cypher, a master of the mic, and a lyrical assassin. He recognizes his creative mind, originality, and gifted delivery while noting that many in the industry, "busting it," and "paying for views" to gain fame. J.DePina, on the other hand, shares his thoughts and opinions from his heart, not blandly repeating what is popular, as he sings about the pandemic, differences in music genres, and dissing those who don't appreciate quality rap.


In the chorus, he urges listeners to pay attention to his message, and if they don't, then they are making themselves victims. With his words, J.DePina delivers an excellent piece of rap that talks about how he is a true MC delivering hip hop music to his listeners, whereas others don't have the guts.


J.DePina's "Listen" shows how he views the rap music industry and how he feels about his place within it. This song highlights the many struggles and criticisms that come with producing quality music in such a competitive industry. J.DePina's flow, confidence, and lyrics make for a great hip hop track that is a treat for rap lovers.


Line by Line Meaning

It's J.Reeper
The artist introducing himself as J.Reeper


I don't even know if y'all listening like that
The artist is unsure if his audience is paying attention


But we still rap
Despite the uncertainty, the artist continues to make music


Hip hop is well and alive
The artist affirms that the hip hop genre is thriving


Oh you don't get it
The artist is addressing a specific listener who may not understand his message


Check it look
The artist is urging the listener to pay closer attention


It's J.Reeper the flamethrower the soul keeper
The artist presents himself as a powerful rapper and soulful musician


The flow's Ether when I'm off the Brandy no Moesha
The artist's flow is smooth like the drug ether, and he makes a reference to the TV show Moesha


I smoke reefa that greenery homegrown cheeba
The artist admits to smoking marijuana of the highest quality


Cherokee Indian in me cause I'm a known chiefer
The artist's Native American heritage is tied to his love of smoking marijuana


They know me as the Cypher killer
The artist is known for his ability to freestyle and dominate rap battles


The one to grab the mic and moonwalk do the Michael thriller
The artist's showmanship includes dancing like Michael Jackson during his performances


You rappers think you colder Casanova I'm twice as iller
The artist is more talented and gifted than other rappers


Cause you ain't got the guts like funk flex in his lipo pictures
The artist is referencing Funkmaster Flex's liposuction and implying that other rappers lack courage


Let me enlighten you ninjas Ree is a lyricist
The artist is informing his listeners that he is a skilled writer and rapper


So every verse venomous infused with some viciousness
The artist's lyrics contain powerful messages and are delivered with intensity


Creative mind originality and deliverance
The artist possesses creativity, originality, and the skill to deliver his music effectively


So for the record I'm just checking on you ninjas no stimulus
The artist is making sure his listeners are not just mindlessly consuming music


I'm witnessing the game a lot of busters is in it
The artist sees a lot of untalented and inferior rappers in the industry


Overnight stars we really had to struggle for business
The artist and his peers had to work hard to become successful, unlike some who achieve fame quickly


It's like a Foreign to American cars the muscle is different
The artist compares different types of cars to the different levels of talent in the rap industry


You pay for views I share my views I guess the hustle is different
The artist is implying that some rappers pay for views and popularity, while he relies on his own talent


Whose sicker than you got him go get him then and put his damn ear to the speaker And tell him (Now Listen)
The artist challenges his listeners to find another rapper who is more skilled than him


The Reepers killing them and oh you not listening then you are just a victim and it's Sickening (Now Listen)
The artist's music is so powerful that if someone is not listening, they are missing out on something great, which is unfortunate


I'm Sayin DOE if you ain't heard let ya mans tell it
The artist is telling his listeners to spread the word about his music


I'm writing viral versus with fever my Pens Demic
The artist's writing is contagious and spreads quickly, like a pandemic


These words are tasteless every bar hold in quarantine
The artist's lyrics are powerful even without music, like they are in quarantine


Killer cough spit sick I got the FLOWVID-19
The artist's flow is like a deadly virus and he rhymes it with the coronavirus


It's like LI to queens how I'm facing corona
The artist is comparing his experience of facing adversity to the journey from Long Island to Queens, two New York City boroughs


And I ain't saying I'm blacking out but I'm shaking the toner
The artist is not losing consciousness but is still making a big impact, like shaking a printer toner cartridge


We let them do what they want let them say what they wanna
The artist believes in letting others express themselves freely


Loud talkers claim they the best Adrian Broner
The artist is referencing boxer Adrian Broner and suggesting that some rappers are all talk and no substance


Oh he's sleep put in a coma (Break em apart)
The artist will destroy any rapper who is not on his level


Well you knew he ain't have the heart you should've sent him a donor
The artist implies that some rappers lack real talent and should not be in the industry


He a simp son and I'm doper then Homer (But where's Bart?)
The artist is clever and funny, referencing the TV show The Simpsons to express his superiority in rap


Get him smoked cause I'm a stoner I'm a stoner I'm a stoner
The artist is a marijuana enthusiast and enjoys getting high


Just a lyrical assassin that's rapping with passion clashing with the track and got the Studio litt up like Manhattan
The artist is expressing his love for music and how he puts his all into writing and performing. His passion is so intense that the studio lights up with energy


It's 2021 like a Tesla there's no gassing so go hard or get the fuck out the booth if you Ain't rapping
The artist is motivated to succeed in the new year and wants to collaborate with others who share his drive and talent




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Written by: Jamari Robertson

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