Kendrick Lamar
Backseat Freestyle Lyrics
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Martin had a dream
Kendrick have a dream
All my life I want money and power
Respect my mind or die from lead shower
I pray my dick get big as the Eiffel Tower
So I can fuck the world for 72 hours
God damn I feel amazing, damn I'm in the matrix My mind is living on cloud 9 and this 9 is never on vacation
Start up that Maserati and VROOM VROOM!
I'm racing
Poppin pills in the lobby and I pray they don't find her naked
And I pray you niggas is hating, shooters go after Judas
Jesus Christ if I live life on my knees, ain't no need to do this
Park it in front of Lueders, next to that Church's Chicken
All you pussies is losers, all my niggas is winners, screaming
Goddamn I got bitches
(okay!) damn I got bitches (okay!)
Damn I got bitches, wifey, girlfriend and mistress
All my life I want money and power
Respect my mind or die from lead shower
I've got 25 lighters on my dresser, yes sir
Put fire to that ass body cast on a stretcher
And her body got that ass that a ruler couldn't measure
And it make me cum fast but I never get embarrassed
And I recognize you have what I've been wanting since that record
That Adina Howard had pop it fast to impress her
She rollin' I'm holding my scrotum imposing
This voice here is golden so fuck y'all I goes in and
Damn I got bitches, damn I got
bitches
Damn I got bitches, wifey, girlfriend and mistress
All my life I want money and power
Respect my mind or nigga... It's go time!!!
I roll in dough with a good grind
And I run at ho with a baton
That's a relay race with a bouquet
They say, "
K, you gon' marry mines?"
Beeitch!!! (no way) Beeitch!!! (no way)
Beeitch!!! (no way) Beeitch!!! (okay)
I'm never living life confined
It's a failure even if I'm blind
I can tell ya who, what, when, where how
To sell ya game right on time
Beeitch!!! (go play) Beeitch!!! (go play)
Beeitch!!! (go play) Beeitch!!!
I look like OJ
Killing everything from pussy to a mothafuckin' Hit-Boy beat
She pussy poppin' and I got options like an audible, I be
C-O-M-P-T-O-N I win then ball at your defeat
C-O-M-P-T-O-N my city mobbin' in the street, yellin'
All my life I want money and power
Respect my mind or die from lead shower
I pray my dick get big as the Eiffel Tower
So I can fuck the world for 72 hours
Goddamn I got bitches
Damn I got bitches
Damn I got bitches, wifey, girlfriend and mistress
All my life I want money and power
Respect my mind or die from lead shower
Let it run Ali
Martin had a dream
Martin had a dream
Kendrick have a dream
Overall Meaning
The song "Backseat Freestyle" by Kendrick Lamar is a captivating tune that delves into the aspirations and fantasies of a young person trying to make it big in life. The song starts with the repetition of Martin had a dream, a reference to Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous "I Have a Dream" speech. This can be seen as a nod towards the civil rights struggle faced by Black Americans and how it has influenced Kendrick's mindset as an artist. The lyrics then proceed to describe the rapper's desire for money and power, which he believes will elevate him to a grand status. He expresses an aspiration for sexual prowess, stating that he wants his private parts to be as large as the Eiffel Tower, allowing him to have sex with the world for three days. Lamar also talks about his desire for control, reflected in lines like "Respect my mind or die from lead shower," "I can tell ya who, what, when, where how To sell ya game right on time," and "I'm never living life confined". The rapper's confidence can be seen in lines like "My mind is living on cloud 9 and this 9 is never on vacation" and "This voice here is golden so f*** y'all I goes in". The song is a portrayal of the rapper's aggressive and tenacious personality, driven by the thirst for success.
Overall, the song seems to be about the inevitability of success for Kendrick Lamar, with his youth, talent, and ambition propelling him to greater heights. The song paints a vivid picture of his aspirations, desires, and dreams, backed by a beat that drives the energy and tempo of the lyrics. The song serves as a powerful representation of the modern-day hip-hop culture, where the glamorization of sex, power, and money is often at the forefront of the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Martin had a dream
Referencing the famous civil rights activist Martin Luther King Jr. and his famous "I Have a Dream" speech
Kendrick have a dream
Kendrick is sharing his own aspirations and desires for his life
All my life I want money and power
Kendrick desires financial stability and success, as well as the ability to control his own life
Respect my mind or die from lead shower
Kendrick demands that others respect his intellect and creativity or face the consequences of his anger and aggression
I pray my dick get big as the Eiffel Tower
Kendrick desires sexual prowess and the ability to satisfy any partner
So I can fuck the world for 72 hours
Kendrick desires the ability to indulge in sexual activities for an extended period of time
God damn I feel amazing, damn I'm in the matrix
Kendrick feels incredibly confident and powerful, as if he's living in a fantasy world
My mind is living on cloud 9 and this 9 is never on vacation
Kendrick's thoughts are constantly focused on success and achieving his goals
Start up that Maserati and VROOM VROOM!
Kendrick is ready to take off and pursue his aspirations with speed and intensity
I'm racing
Kendrick is eager to compete and succeed against others
Poppin pills in the lobby and I pray they don't find her naked
Kendrick engages in illicit activities and is paranoid about the potential consequences
And I pray you niggas is hating, shooters go after Judas
Kendrick wishes for enemies and is not afraid to retaliate against them
Jesus Christ if I live life on my knees, ain't no need to do this
Kendrick would rather die than live a life of submission
Park it in front of Lueders, next to that Church's Chicken
Kendrick is sharing the specific location where he's parking his car, possibly indicating his own success and wealth
All you pussies is losers, all my niggas is winners, screaming
Kendrick believes himself and his friends to be superior to others, resulting in feelings of triumph and superiority
Goddamn I got bitches (okay!) damn I got bitches (okay!)
Kendrick is boasting about his sexual prowess and the number of partners he has
Damn I got bitches, wifey, girlfriend and mistress
Kendrick has multiple partners, including a committed partner ("wifey"), a girlfriend, and a mistress
I've got 25 lighters on my dresser, yes sir
Kendrick has a large collection of lighters, possibly symbolizing his ability to light up the world and achieve his goals
Put fire to that ass body cast on a stretcher
Kendrick is ready to take down his enemies and destroy anyone who gets in his way
And her body got that ass that a ruler couldn't measure
Kendrick is attracted to a partner with exaggerated physical features, possibly indicating a preference for superficial qualities
And it make me cum fast but I never get embarrassed
Kendrick experiences intense pleasure from his sexual activities but is not ashamed or self-conscious about it
And I recognize you have what I've been wanting since that record
Kendrick is attracted to someone who possesses qualities that he's been searching for, possibly referring to himself as a musician or artist
That Adina Howard had pop it fast to impress her
Kendrick references the song "Freak Like Me" by Adina Howard, which features lyrics about women who are sexually adventurous and willing to "pop it fast"
She rollin' I'm holding my scrotum imposing
Kendrick is engaging in sexual activities and fully in control of the situation
This voice here is golden so fuck y'all I goes in and
Kendrick is confident in his own abilities and is not afraid to speak his mind or assert his dominance
All my life I want money and power
Kendrick desires financial stability and success, as well as the ability to control his own life
Respect my mind or nigga... It's go time!!!
Kendrick demands that others respect his intellect and creativity or risk facing his wrath
I roll in dough with a good grind
Kendrick earns a lot of money through hard work and dedication
And I run at ho with a baton
Kendrick is focused on his goals and is willing to take on anyone who gets in his way
That's a relay race with a bouquet
Kendrick's pursuit of success is like a relay race, passing the baton from one generation to the next
They say, "K, you gon' marry mines?"
Kendrick is desired by many partners, but he is not interested in settling down or getting married
Beeitch!!! (no way) Beeitch!!! (no way) Beeitch!!! (no way) Beeitch!!! (okay)
Kendrick is emphatically rejecting the idea of marriage or commitment but is willing to indulge in casual sexual activities
I'm never living life confined
Kendrick refuses to be limited or restrained by societal expectations or norms
It's a failure even if I'm blind
Kendrick believes that living a confined or unfulfilling life is a failure, even if he's not aware of the limitations himself
I can tell ya who, what, when, where how
Kendrick is knowledgeable and confident about the details of his own success and aspirations
To sell ya game right on time
Kendrick is able to share his wisdom and knowledge with others to help them achieve success
Beeitch!!! (go play) Beeitch!!! (go play) Beeitch!!! (go play) Beeitch!!!
Kendrick is dismissing anyone who doubts or challenges his abilities, telling them to go play instead
I look like OJ
Kendrick is referencing O.J. Simpson and his association with controversy and conflict
Killing everything from pussy to a mothafuckin' Hit-Boy beat
Kendrick is able to succeed in various areas, including sexual conquests and musical production
She pussy poppin' and I got options like an audible, I be
Kendrick has many options and can adapt to any situation, including sexual activities
C-O-M-P-T-O-N I win then ball at your defeat
Kendrick represents Compton, California and believes that he will ultimately triumph over his enemies and competition
C-O-M-P-T-O-N my city mobbin' in the street, yellin'
Kendrick represents Compton and is proud of its culture and community
Let it run Ali
A nod to Muhammad Ali, indicating Kendrick's own confidence and determination to succeed
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