Lyrics & Translation
Dive into the vibrant and energetic world of Memphis hip-hop with BlocBoy JB's "SIMI." This impactful mixtape not only delivers catchy trap beats and BlocBoy JB's unique flow, but also carries a deeply personal dedication that adds a layer of meaning to its 'turnt up' sound. Through its memorable lyrics and cultural impact, especially with the viral 'Shoot' dance, learning English with "SIMI" offers a dynamic way to connect with contemporary rap culture and the artist's authentic narrative.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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money /ˈmʌni/ A1 |
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gang /ɡæŋ/ B1 |
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banging /ˈbæŋɪŋ/ B2 |
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Bloc /blɒk/ C1 |
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Glock /ɡlɒk/ C1 |
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Crip /krɪp/ C2 |
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diss /dɪs/ C1 |
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blow /bloʊ/ B1 |
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kill /kɪl/ A2 |
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bang /bæŋ/ B1 |
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real /ˈriːəl/ A1 |
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big /bɪɡ/ A1 |
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heard /hɜːrd/ A1 |
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missin' /ˈmɪsɪn/ A1 |
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keep /kiːp/ A1 |
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work /wɜːrk/ A1 |
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sell /sel/ A1 |
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clout /klaʊt/ C1 |
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filthy /ˈfɪlθi/ B2 |
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tatted /ˈtætɪd/ B2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Is coming after fucking with us!
➔ Present continuous tense
➔ The phrase uses the present continuous tense with 'is coming' to indicate an action happening now or in the near future.
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You know I keep a money, money, money
➔ Colloquial repetition for emphasis
➔ The repetition of 'money' is a colloquial device used to emphasize the importance or abundance of money.
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Half man, half amazing, ha, ha, ha, ha
➔ Parallel structure
➔ The phrase uses parallel structure with 'half man, half amazing' to create a balanced and rhythmic effect.
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We smoke him like iron to dust
➔ Simile
➔ The phrase 'like iron to dust' is a simile comparing the act of smoking someone to the process of iron turning to dust.
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You better listen, this is not fiction
➔ Modal verb for advice
➔ The use of 'better' with 'listen' is a modal construction offering advice or a strong suggestion.
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I'ma pull up at they house
➔ Contraction and slang
➔ 'I'ma' is a contraction of 'I am going to' and 'they house' is slang, reflecting informal speech.
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All my niggas real hitters, they don't miss a thing
➔ Subject-verb agreement with collective noun
➔ The verb 'don't miss' agrees with the plural subject 'all my niggas', treating the group as a single unit.
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I rather catch a case of fuck it, plea guilty
➔ Subjunctive mood for preference
➔ The phrase uses the subjunctive mood with 'rather' to express a preference or wish.
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