Jambalaya
xion. Lyrics
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N***** packing poles for the bros, killing easy
I could never fold, I was born in the greasy
Where n***** snatch your soul, leave you cold as the streets be
Jambalaya bowls, all you shrimps do is feed me
Jambalaya bowls, tell the beef they can eat me
Come and get exposed, n***** h*** at the FeFe
Rap s*** or the Real Estate
Catch me in the Marriot
Chi' Town be my real estate
I run it like a chariot
I been tryna reach the fame
Y'all n***** just stare a lot
Only got myself to blame
But this s*** like a booster shot
Oceana frames for the waves, n***** wavy
Stepping out today swear I was fresher than a baby
Sunlight on my brain, I smile it hit you like a ray beam
Fashion Nova pants all in my bag cuz that's where Bae be
Catch me on the moon
Long as I'm with you
I don't have a clue
Baby like the month of June
You can wake the sun
Show it how to move
Baby just like Jambalaya
(Summer Color)
Like Jambalaya
I don't answer phones, I don't pose for the retweet
N***** packing poles for the bros, killing easy
I could never fold, I was born in the greasy
Where n***** snatch your soul, leave you cold as the streets be
Jambalaya bowls, all you shrimps do is feed me
Jambalaya bowls, tell the beef they can eat me
Come and get exposed, n***** h*** at the FeFe
Keep you on your toes, Jordan '94, The 3Peat
Oceana
Do that
Oceana
Throw that
Like Jambalaya
The lyrics of Xion.’s “Jambalaya” seem to be a continuance of a familiar narrative found in mainstream hip hop. The opening verse of the song suggests that Xion. is not interested in the attention and clout that comes with social media; instead, he is more focused on his credibility on the streets. By stating that he does not “pose for the retweet” and referencing the fact that “n***** pack poles for the bros, killing easy”, Xion. is establishing his authenticity in a genre where rappers often adopt a persona that they don’t necessarily live up to offstage. Xion. then goes on to describe his upbringing in a rough neighbourhood where danger and crime were commonplace. He talks about how people can easily lose their lives in his neighbourhood and how he needs to constantly be on the lookout. The chorus of the song ties well with the verses; it suggests that despite the hardships, there is still a sense of comfort in the food (“Jambalaya bowls”) that brings people together (“all you shrimps do is feed me”). Xion. seems to suggest that even though life is tough, you can still find joy and meaning in it.
The second verse is more upbeat and highlights Xion.’s aspirations for success. He talks about wanting to make a name for himself in rap or even in the real estate business. Xion. says that Chicago is his “real estate” and that he runs it like a “chariot”. The lyrics suggest that he is ambitious and sees himself as a leader in his community. Xion. goes on to discuss his desire for fame and the pitfalls that come with it. He acknowledges that the attention may be his downfall but it’s worth it because it’s like a “booster shot”. The chorus is repeated again, reiterating the message that even though times can be tough, there is still joy in the simple things, like good food.
Overall, “Jambalaya” is a song about the complexities of life. Xion. acknowledges that there are tough times and rough places to live but also highlights the importance of maintaining a sense of community and finding joy in the things that matter, like good food.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't answer phones, I don't pose for the retweet
I ignore calls and don't seek validation on social media
N***** packing poles for the bros, killing easy
People are carrying guns and easily taking lives to protect their friends
I could never fold, I was born in the greasy
I can never give up or quit because I come from a tough environment
Where n***** snatch your soul, leave you cold as the streets be
In some places, people will take everything from you and leave you with nothing
Jambalaya bowls, all you shrimps do is feed me
I'm being provided for and taken care of like the shrimp in a jambalaya dish
Jambalaya bowls, tell the beef they can eat me
I don't care about drama or negativity; I am focused on myself
Come and get exposed, n***** h*** at the FeFe
If you want to confront me, do it at the club and risk getting embarrassed
Keep you on your toes, Jordan '94, The 3Peat
I am always one step ahead like the Chicago Bulls in 1994, winning three championships in a row
Rap s*** or the Real Estate
I can make money through either rap or real estate
Catch me in the Marriot
I am staying in a nice hotel
Chi' Town be my real estate
Chicago is where I am making my real estate investments
I run it like a chariot
I am in control and leading things like a powerful chariot
I been tryna reach the fame
I have been working hard to become famous
Y'all n***** just stare a lot
Others are just watching and not doing anything productive
Only got myself to blame
If I don't succeed, it is because of my own choices and actions
But this s*** like a booster shot
This situation is like a shot of energy or motivation for me
Oceana frames for the waves, n***** wavy
I have stylish Oceana sunglasses and am confident in my look
Stepping out today swear I was fresher than a baby
I am looking fresh and clean like a newborn baby
Sunlight on my brain, I smile it hit you like a ray beam
I am happy and radiating positivity that can affect others
Fashion Nova pants all in my bag cuz that's where Bae be
I have my partner's Fashion Nova pants in my bag, where they belong
Catch me on the moon
I am achieving great things and reaching new heights
Long as I'm with you
I am content and happy as long as I am with my partner
I don't have a clue
I don't need to know what the future holds, as long as I am with my partner
Baby like the month of June
My partner is as warm and bright as the month of June
You can wake the sun
You can do anything and make the impossible happen
Show it how to move
Take action and demonstrate how things can be done
Baby just like Jambalaya
My relationship is spicy and full of flavor like a jambalaya dish
Like Jambalaya
My life is full of different experiences and flavors, just like a jambalaya dish
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Zion Jackson
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