John
Lil Wayne
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Just saw an alien saucer approaching from the sky Radio contact has been attempted but cannot be established Instructions are to prepare for an attack by an unknown enemy Huh Yeah Huh Uh .44 bulldog, my motherfucking pet I point it at you and tell that motherfucker, "Fetch" I'm fuckin' her good, she got her legs on my neck I get pussy, mouth and ass, call that bitch triple threat When I was in jail, she let me call her collect But if she get greedy, I'ma starve her to death Top down, it's upset Been fucking the world and nigga, I ain't come yet You f*ck with me wrong, I knock your head off your neck The flight too long, I got a bed on the jet The guns are drawn and I ain't talkin' 'bout a sketch I pay these niggas with a reality check Prepare for the worst but still praying for the best This game is a bitch, I got my hand up her dress The money don't sleep, so Weezy can't rest An AK47 is my fucking address, huh I'm not a star, somebody lied I got a chopper in the car (huh) I got a chopper in the car (huh) I got a chopper in the car Yeah, load up the choppers like it's December 31st Roll up and cock it and hit them niggas where it hurts If I die today, remember me like John Lennon Buried in Louis, I'm talking all brown linen, huh Big black nigga and an icy watch Shoes on the coupe, that got a Nike shop Count the profits, you could bring 'em in a Nike box Grindin' in my Jordans, kick them off, they might be hot (huh) Swish, I'm swimmin' in a yellow bitch (boss) In the red 911, lookin' devilish (haha) Red beam make a bitch nigga sit down (huh) Thought it was bulletproof 'til he got hit the fifth time Drop Palmolive in a nigga dope Make it come back even harder than before (yeah) Baby, I'm the only one that paid your car note (Rozay) Well connected, got killers off in Chicago (huh) I'm not a star, somebody lied I got a chopper in the car (huh) I got a chopper in the car (huh) I got a chopper in the car Yeah, load up the choppers like it's December 31st Roll up and cock it and hit them niggas where it hurts If I die today, remember me like John Lennon Buried in Louis, I'm talking all brown linen, huh Talk stupid, get your head popped I got that Esther, bitch, I'm Red Fox Big B's, Red Sox I get money to kill time, dead clocks You're fucking with a nigga who don't give a f*ck Empty the clip, then roll the window up Pussy niggas sweet, you niggas Cinnabon I'm in a red bitch, she say she finna cum Two hundred thou' on a chain, I don't need a piece That banana clip, let Chiquita speak Dark shades, Eazy E Five letters, Y-M-C-M-B Bitch ass nigga, pussy ass nigga I see you lookin' with your lookin' ass, nigga You know the rules, kill 'em all and keep moving If I die today, it'd be a holiday, huh I'm not a star, somebody lied I got a chopper in the car, so don't make it come alive (yeah) Rip your ass apart, then I pull myself together Y-M-C-M-B, Double M, we rich forever (huh) The bigger the bullet, the more that bitch gon' bang Red on the wall, Basquiat when I paint (yeah) Red Lamborghini 'til I gave it to my bitch My first home invasion, papi gave me forty bricks Son of a bitch, then I made a great escape Ain't it funny? Mama only son be baking cakes Pull up in the sleigh, hop out like I'm Santa Claus Niggas gather around, got gifts for each and all of y'all (haha) Take it home and let it bubble, that's the double up (yeah) If you get in trouble, that just mean you fuckin' up (nigga) It's a cold world, I need a bird to cuddle up (yeah) I call the plays, motherfucker, huddle up I'm not a star, somebody lied I got a chopper in the car Yeah
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Written by: Dwayne Carter, Erik Ortiz, Kevin Crowe, William Roberts, Jamal Jones, Christian Ward, Rob Holladay
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Song Release"John" is a song by American rapper Lil Wayne, from his ninth studio album, "Tha Carter IV", released in 2011.
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Collaboration InfoThis track features another well-known American rapper, Rick Ross. The two artists have worked together on several songs over the years.
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Title InterpretationThe song is also commonly known as "If I Die Today", which is the opening line of the chorus and a repeating phrase throughout the song.
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Production Details"John" was produced by Polow da Don and Rob Holladay. Its hard-hitting beats and raw instrumental make it a standout in Wayne's discography.
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Music VideoDirected by Colin Tilley, the music video for "John" was officially released on May 12, 2011. It has a dark theme with a horror movie vibe, featuring Lil Wayne and Rick Ross rapping interspersed with scenes of horror and suspense.
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Chart PerformanceDespite receiving mixed reviews from music critics, "John" performed well on the music charts. It peaked at number 22 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 4 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
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Lyric ReferenceThe song's title, "John," is a reference to John Gotti, an infamous crime boss from the Gambino family. This echoes the heavy crime and gangster references throughout the song’s lyrics.
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Sample Use"John" prominently samples Rick Ross's song "I'm Not a Star" from his fourth studio album "Teflon Don", which also features Lil Wayne. The instrumental and chorus are nearly identical, but with different verses from both rappers.
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Style of RapThis song is often hailed as an example of "gangsta rap" due to its aggressive lyrics and heavy use of explicit content, focusing on themes of crime, violence, and life on the streets.
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Cover VersionsVarious artists, such as rapper Meek Mill, have released freestyle versions or have sampled 'John' in their songs, a testament to its impact in the genre.
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