Getting Dumb
Navigating the Noise: Decoding Cadence Weapon's Social Commentary
Lyrics
Don't go dumb, we ain't that close to the bay
Encouraging not to adopt a simplistic or ignorant mindset associated with the Bay Area culture.
I'm just talking about, some of the things that we say
Discussing the language and expressions used, possibly addressing communication challenges.
It seems we're all at war, with a sinister art
Describing a societal conflict or struggle related to a cunning and dark form of art.
They use the supermarket sales when they administer charts
Critiquing the manipulation of music charts using supermarket sales figures.
Now baby, be yourself, man, you don't have to check
Encouraging authenticity and self-expression without conforming to societal expectations.
You don't have to play the songs that they got in their decks
Advising against playing songs that cater to mainstream tastes or expectations.
But where'd the rude boys go, they're a band on the run
Questioning the disappearance of rebellious individuals, possibly in the music scene.
They rap like turning some tricks, but they ain't havin' no fun
Criticizing artists who adopt a commercial style but lack genuine enjoyment in their work.
Where'd you go? I'm always here
Expressing constant availability and support.
Whatever you need, I'm always near
Reiterating availability and willingness to assist.
And I know you, are losing touch
Suggesting someone is becoming disconnected or distant.
And I know, you're getting dumb
Stating a belief that someone is becoming intellectually or socially unintelligent.
Shoot your TV, come on, I know you can do it
Encouraging defiance against mainstream media influence, possibly advocating for critical thinking.
I got a itchy trigger finger, I can walk you right through it
Claiming expertise in resisting media influence and offering guidance to others.
Girls, they talk like Friends, in their lunch conversation
Observing how women communicate, possibly highlighting societal stereotypes.
Generation gap jumpers, wrapped in observations
Describing individuals who bridge generation gaps while being keen observers.
Man, I sell that rap to the Globe And Mail
Boasting about selling rap to a reputable publication (Globe And Mail).
I'm used to sailing ships just to get those sales
Recalling past efforts and struggles to achieve success in the music industry.
Man, but don't sell out, to the advert crews
Warning against compromising artistic integrity for advertising purposes.
Thirty seconds, take your song, they get it micro-brewed
Criticizing the brief exposure and commercialization of songs in advertisements.
Where'd you go? I'm always here
Repeating the theme of constant availability and support.
Whatever you need, I'm always near
Reiterating availability and willingness to assist.
And I know you, are losing touch
Suggesting someone is becoming disconnected or distant.
And I know, you're getting dumb
Stating a belief that someone is becoming intellectually or socially unintelligent.
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