Nobody Speak
DJ Shadow, Run the Jewels
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Picture this I'm a bag of dicks Put me to your lips I am sick I will punch a baby bear in his shit Give me lip I'mma send you to the yard, get a stick, make a switch I can end a conversation real quick I am crack I ain't lying kick a lion in his crack I'm the shit, I will fall off in your crib, take a shit Pinch your momma on the booty, kick your dog, f*ck your bitch Fat boy dressed up like he's Santa and took pictures with your kids We the best We will cut a frowny face in your chest, little wench I'm unmentionably fresh, I'm a mensch, get correct I will walk into a court while it wrecks, screaming "Yes! I am guilty motherfuckers, I am death." Hey, you wanna hear a good joke? Nobody speak, nobody get choked Get running Start pumping your bunions, I'm coming I'm the dumbest, who flamethrow your function to Funyons Flame your crew quicker than Trump fucks his youngest Now face the flame fuckers your fame and fate's done with I walk Charlie Brown, Peppermint Patty, Linus and Lucy Put coke in the doobie roll moodies to smoke with Snoopy I still remain that dick grabbing slacker that spit a loogie 'Cause the tolda of the toolie'll murder you Frank and Moolies F*ck outta here, yeah Nobody speak, nobody get choked, hey Nobody speak, nobody get choked, hey Nobody speak Nobody speak Only facts I will shoot up Baby duck if it quacks, with a Ruger Top billin', come cops and villainous shots is blocked, shipped out, and bought, and you're feeling it El-P killing it, Killer Mike killing shit What more can I say? We top dealing it Valiant without villiany Viciously file victory Burn towns and villages Burning, looting and pillaging Murderers try to hurt us we curse them and all their children I just want the bread and bologna bundles to tuck away I don't work for free, I am barely giving a f*ck away So tell baby Johnny and Mommy to get the f*ck away Hey yo here's a gun son now run get it the gutterway Live to shoot another day Nobody speak, nobody get choked, hey Nobody speak, nobody get choked, hey Nobody speak Nobody speak Nobody speak, nobody get choked
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Written by: Michael Santigo Render, Josh Davis, Jaime Meline
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Royalty Network, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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11 facts about this song
Artist History"Nobody Speak" is a track by DJ Shadow, whose real name is Josh Davis. DJ Shadow is known for his experimental approach to music production, primarily within the genre of instrumental hip hop. He has been active in the music scene since 1991.
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Album InclusionThe song is a part of DJ Shadow's album named "The Mountain Will Fall" which was released in 2016. This was his first studio album released in five years.
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Noteworthy Collaboration"Nobody Speak" features Run the Jewels, an American hip-hop duo that includes artists Killer Mike and El-P. This collaboration substantially increased the track's appeal.
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Chart PerformanceThe song gained quite a commercial success. It peaked at number 37 on the US Billboard Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart.
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Unique Video ConceptThe music video for the track, directed by Sam Pilling, presents a humorous take on political debates, with government officials engaging in a chaotic physical fight. The video was highly praised and went viral on YouTube.
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Critical Acclaim"Nobody Speak" was highly recognized by music critics for its innovative mix of rap and instrumental music. The song was widely hailed as a standout track on "The Mountain Will Fall".
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Award NominationThe song's music video was nominated for Best Fight at the UK Music Video Awards in 2016.
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Usage in Media"Nobody Speak" was used in many popular TV shows and films, increasing its popularity. It was featured in the 2017 superhero comedy film "Deadpool 2", as well as the Netflix series "Ozark".
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Album's Success"The Mountain Will Fall," the album containing "Nobody Speak," was celebrated for its incorporation of innovative sounds and cutting-edge production techniques. It peaked at number 7 on the Billboard Rap Albums chart.
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Music GenreWhile DJ Shadow's genre is typically instrumental hip hop, "Nobody Speak" marks a divergence with its rap vocals from Run the Jewels. This shows DJ Shadow's versatility and adaptability across musical styles.
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Live PerformancesRun The Jewels joined DJ Shadow to perform "Nobody Speak" on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in 2016, showcasing the track's dynamism and energy on a mainstream platform.
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