So recognize that shit, you better fuckin’ recognize that fuckin’ name right now
I recognize, I recognize
A$AP
Recognize that shit, A$AP
A… fucking $AP
I recognize
You don’t play no fuckin’ fear in my heart
These other niggas so-so, they open off my mojo
Spanish Sophie with a half a kilo by her cho-cho
Blow it out your culo, who got dough on the smoke though
My partner had cinco now we blowin’ on that ocho
Bozos love my rose gold, purple got me slow-mo
Stuntin’ like I’m Dorothy but my rubies in my gold though
What you think this four for, these niggas must be loco
Steppin’ on these bricks and for your fix so call me Toto
Follow me, follow me, follow me now
Now I’mma come through getting down
Got a new Cadillac with a diamond in the back
Got a bitch and she bad with about a hundred tats
Got my goons on deck, and we got a hundred straps
What you know about that, got me swaggin’ to the max
Everybody know we got the shit and baggages to match
Better come correct, fuck what the basis is
Gold grills like a set of new braces
Why they comment on my set though, they lookin’ cause my neck gold
And I let that Tec show… hear that echo?
Let go, that medal, .38 special, to your threshold
Niggas actin’ petro, like they sexual, was metro
Bunch of bad bitches fuckin’ out on tour
Like it through the back door, give it to her raw
Shimmy shimmy ya: ODB, ODB
Fuckin’ other niggas’ broads: OPP, OPP
Comin’ down stuntin’ like a bitch, bitches on my dick
On the set and they like the nicotine to cigarette
How they fiending for a nigga got these hoes up on my sack
Got my niggas in the back, couple bitches in the bed
ASAP where it’s at, where that weed, how that cake
Bitches all up in my face, back back, give me space
‘Cause you know how we do it, niggas scream ASAP
Aye Clams nigga, tell me where that bass at?
Bass, uhh!
Exploring Swagger and Street Credibility
“Bass” by ASAP Rocky is a high-energy anthem that showcases the rapper’s confidence and the distinct bravado of the A$AP Mob. The lyrics are laced with references to luxury, street life, and Rocky’s signature fashion and lifestyle. He details his rise, the loyalty of his crew, and the envy his success attracts, all while weaving in sharp wordplay and iconic hip-hop references. The repeated invocations of “recognize” and “ASAP” reinforce his demand for respect and cement his presence in the rap game.
Production and Cultural References
The track is driven by a booming, hypnotic beat produced by Clams Casino, perfectly complementing Rocky’s laid-back yet assertive delivery. References to ODB and OPP nod to hip-hop’s storied past, while Rocky’s own style and lyrical content push boundaries and reflect his unique East Coast-meets-Southern influences. The song captures the essence of ASAP Rocky’s artistry: a blend of street authenticity, playful arrogance, and a deep appreciation for hip-hop culture.
Song Credits
Songwriters: ASAP Rocky
Release Year: 2011