ensley
pink siifu Lyrics
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Smile with your gold teeth
Smile with your gold teeth
Smile with your gold teeth
Smile, smile, smile with your gold teeth
Smile with your gold teeth
Smile with your gold teeth
Smile with your gold teeth
Smile with your gold teeth
Smile, smile, smile, smile, smile with your gold teeth
Smile with your gold teeth
Smile with your gold teeth
Shine, shine, shine, shine
This is not a X-rated album
It is for everything human that′s movin'
This album is not approved by the NAACP
Urban League, Businessmen′s Club, or jive-ass black preachers
And not the middle-class negro who gave up the fight
The day he got ten dollars more
And moved into his big house on the fuckin' hill
Where the white man used to live and fought
And he's paying double notes and double rent
And his house and his apartment
And he thinks he′s doing something
No, this album ain′t for that motherfucker
This album is for the poor black motherfucker living in the goddamn ghetto
That's right!
The lyrics to "Ensley" by Pink Siifu are a powerful commentary on the divide within the black community, specifically between the middle class and those living in poverty. The repetition of "smile with your gold teeth" serves as a metaphor for the facade that many people put on to appear prosperous and successful, even if it's just an illusion. The line "shine, shine, shine, shine" emphasizes this idea of putting on a show or being flashy to cover up deeper insecurities and struggles.
The introduction of the song is a statement that it is not meant for anyone who has given up fighting for their community and instead prioritizes their own personal gain. The reference to the NAACP and other organizations highlights the idea that the struggle for equality has become politically and socially acceptable, and that people who were once considered leaders in the civil rights movement have lost touch with the struggles of everyday black people.
The final verse, "this album is for the poor black motherfucker living in the goddamn ghetto", serves as a reminder that true progress and change can only come from understanding and addressing the struggles of the most marginalized members of society. By elevating the voices and experiences of those who are the most vulnerable, we can begin to create real change and move towards a more just society.
Overall, "Ensley" is a powerful and thought-provoking commentary on the issues facing the black community, and an important reminder that progress cannot come from those who have given up the struggle or prioritized their own gain.
Line by Line Meaning
Smile with your gold teeth
Be proud of your wealth and status, even if it's overly flashy and ostentatious
Smile, smile, smile with your gold teeth
Continuously show off and flaunt your wealth, even if it comes across as obnoxious or tacky
Shine, shine, shine, shine
Keep your wealth and status sparkling and noticeable, as a symbol of success
This is not a X-rated album
This album is not meant to be explicit or controversial
It is for everything human that's movin'
This album is for people who are actively living their lives, experiencing different things, and striving for success
This album is not approved by the NAACP Urban League, Businessmen's Club, or jive-ass black preachers
This album is not meant to conform to mainstream black political or societal organizations or ideologies
And not the middle-class negro who gave up the fight
This album is not meant for those who have become complacent and comfortable with a middle-class lifestyle, despite historical oppression and struggles
The day he got ten dollars more
The moment when someone stopped fighting for their rights and instead became content with their financial status
And moved into his big house on the fuckin' hill
After obtaining enough wealth to move to a nicer area, often at the expense of their own community
Where the white man used to live and fought
Taking over the homes and lands that were previously owned by white people, but that many black people struggled to obtain
And he's paying double notes and double rent
Despite owning a larger or nicer home, the individual is now struggling to make payments and maintain their newfound status
And his house and his apartment
The individual now perceives themselves as owning both a house and an apartment, indicating a possible greed or excessive consumption
And he thinks he's doing something
Despite their own struggles and sometimes harmful actions, the individual still perceives themselves as successful and contributing to society
No, this album ain't for that motherfucker
The album is not geared towards those who have become complacent and wealthy while ignoring their own community
This album is for the poor black motherfucker living in the goddamn ghetto
The album is intended for those who are still struggling and residing in impoverished communities, who continue to face barriers and injustices
That's right!
Affirmative statement, emphasizing the importance and relevance of the intended audience for the album
Writer(s): Livingston Matthews
Contributed by David F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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I think it's fair to call this a Masterpiece
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This is such a nice break from all the loud and aggressive mainstream rap atm.
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I'm mad I just found out about him. Almost everything I heard from this guy so far is amazing and fits the kind of vibe I fucks with. Also a bonus he collabs with fire ass producers like Ahwlee.
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Really good production and flows on this one.
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Saw this at Amoeba in Berkeley-had to cop immediately. 🙏🙏🙏 thank u Siifu
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these are some backwards ass beats I love it
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I love this album
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pure magic right there <3
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love it