Another Dollar

Ruling the Streets: LL Cool J's Anthem of Wealth and Swagger
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AKA John Mickens

Repetition of "AKA John Mickens" suggests a self-proclaimed identity or alias, asserting dominance as the king.

AKA John Mickens

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AKA John Mickens

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AKA John Mickens

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AKA John Mickens

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AKA John Mickens

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AKA John Mickens

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AKA John Mickens

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I'm the king

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I floss rings, the new John Mickens

Expressing wealth and status, comparing oneself to John Mickens, a symbol of opulence.

I'm stayin' rich and keep the haters bitching

Remaining wealthy and provoking envy from detractors, covering locations like New York to Richmond.

From New York to Richmond, my shine is sickening

Describing extravagant lifestyle with valuable jewelry, highlighting the impact of the shine.

Ice drips, frost bits, or forfeit shit

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I got to rewrite this mackin' game, baby

Discussing the rapper's mastery of the "mackin' game" while being aware of haters and their deceit.

Layin' in the barber shop, knowin' haters is shady

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Maybe, they sex young chicks and whips

Addressing the contrast between the rapper's sophisticated lifestyle and others engaging in less admirable pursuits.

But I got lesbo' combos ridin' stick-shifts

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For no chips, I'm seein' four to eight lips

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Let me tell ya 'bout my life-style, players and chips, sick

Providing insights into the rapper's lifestyle, emphasizing his uniqueness and ability to discern quality.

Mr. Smith, the rarest breed

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Separate the dimes from 'hoes like chronic seeds

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Miraculous

Boasting about lyrical prowess, urging others to stop pretending and be genuine.

Lyrical swiftness

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Practice this, stop bein' actresses

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On mattresses with your legs up in the air

Describing a lavish encounter, highlighting the rapper's wealth and millionaire status.

Splash the crisp, John Micks, a millionaire

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Another Day, another dollar

Introducing the recurring theme of earning money, framing it as another day and another dollar.

My fortune 500 is fully funded

Stating financial success with a reference to Fortune 500, describing the effects of his lucrative endeavors.

Joints I pumps, gives my pockets the mumps

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I'm the glossiest and the costliest

Emphasizing the rapper's exceptional status and the power of his lyrics, comparing them to arson.

Feel the force of this

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Lyrical arsonist

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Hotter, than a yacht with rottweilers

Depicting a glamorous lifestyle with references to luxury items, drama, and a demand for proper flow from other artists.

Chicks in choppers with they thong sittin' proper

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The crisp poppa bringin' drama like soap operas

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The show stopper if you playas don't flow proper

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I'm the jiggiest, bitch, shit the wittiest

Asserting his superior style and questioning why others doubt his abilities.

Wonderin' why cats front on who's the williest

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Chill, relax, you cats will fall

Encouraging others to relax, predicting their failure, and expressing the ability to overcome challenges.

Ten mill, ten plaques upon my wall

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You stall, mix large, I see why y'all

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Mash ya like roaches then cop diamond broaches

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Supercalla, never mind the alladocious

Playing with words, suggesting superiority, and challenging others to remember his words.

Sin the fellas, get blazed and you can quote this

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Another day, another dollar

Reiteration of the theme, emphasizing the routine of earning money.

I'm the MC that you strive to be

Boasting about being an admired MC, dismissing competition, and dismissing comparisons to Scorsese's movies.

Competition is dead, 'cause ain't none of y'all live as me

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Handsome moody, I keep it raw, baby

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So save all the goodfella shit for Scorsese

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So iced up, they call me Mount Everest

Highlighting the rapper's icy appearance and the allure of his persona.

The many get honey ways draped over my headrest

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I run game from Fort Green to Maine

Extending influence from Fort Green to Maine, maintaining a captivating rhythm for listeners.

I keep ya head noddin' like dope is in your vein

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Hail to the King Cajone, jing-a-ling

Boasting about wealth and the ability to command loyalty with minimal effort.

I buy ya clicks loyalty with one pinkie ring

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Gotta be above average to grow cabbage

Setting a high standard for success, threatening havoc to those who fall short.

I wreack havoc, do damage

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Don't have it

Highlighting the importance of having resources, warning of consequences for lacking them.

Techniques up to par

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Yeah you, get ya black ass looped like Mardi Gras

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Chick soup too

Describing romantic encounters, expressing authority and disregarding bourgeois behavior.

Hittin' me off in yo' car

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Blaze her in the alley 'cause she actin' bourgeois

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Another day, another dollar

Reiteration of the theme, acknowledging the challenges of being a king.

It's hard bein' the King, baby

Reflecting on the difficulties of being a king but embracing the responsibility.

But someone's gotta do it

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The lyrics of this song contain explicit content.
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