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[Intro] Bronze You man are getting bronze this year Stormz [Chorus] On this year, gone this year Manna eat rice and stew and Man, I'm strong this year Big like John this year Ball like Lebron this year Storm's got a Platinum plaque But you man are getting bronze this year, yeah [Verse 1] They wanna buy the flavors that we smoke I said fuck that, you get free smoke If I say this, they might revolt But I'm the king of grime by default Big ego, man can't diss my amigo Old school bad boy like Figo Anywhere the gang go, then we go Aye yo, Big Flipz, hop out the jet first Man, I'm running to the money 'til my legs hurt And you niggas don't rap, you just network Name a young MC with my net worth Oi, Google lied, they said that I'm 1.5 But I made that last night And money don't make me fried But they got mad when I said I made a milli' off grime These gatekeepers are pricks And you old guys make me sick They just take the P, take the mick So, in other words, suck my dick I phone Crazy T, like "Yo, Titch You was right about him, he's a bitch" Ain't no diss tracks, I just switch Then we move on and get rich [Chorus] On this year, gone this year Manna eat rice and stew and Man, I'm strong this year Big like John this year Ball like Lebron this year Storm's got a Platinum plaque But you man are getting bronze this year [Verse 2] She said, "I don't mean to intrude, but I love the smell of your Oud" I said, "Thanks, baby, yours too" (Yours too) Big Mike, I'm a real fly dude (Fly dude) If I'm in the race, I won't lose (Lose) When you hit the stage, you get booed (Booed) If I punch your face, I get sued (Sued) You ain't bad, you're just rude (Too rude, man) Lamborghini too sporty (Skrrt) She ain't bad, she just naughty (Ahh) I'ma big man, but I'm not 40 (Yeah) Anything that I drop, Top 40 (Yeah) Why them boys don't support me? (Why?) All them boys are too hatey I don't know, they just hate me Over or underrate me, humble them maybe [Chorus] On this year, gone this year Manna eat rice and stew and Man, I'm strong this year Big like John this year Ball like Lebron this year Storm's got a Platinum plaque But you man are getting bronze this year On this year, gone this year Manna eat rice and stew and Man, I'm strong this year Big like John this year Ball like Lebron this year Storm's got a Platinum plaque But you man are getting bronze this year
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Meaning of "Bronze" by Stormzy
The lyrics of "Bronze" establish a clear hierarchy of success, contrasting the narrator's achievements with those of his peers. The opening lines immediately set the stage, declaring "you man are getting bronze this year," a direct dismissal of others' efforts compared to the narrator's implied superiority. This sets a tone of competitive boasting, where the narrator positions himself as a dominant force in the music scene, celebrating his own elevated status while diminishing others to a lesser tier. The central tension revolves around validation and recognition within the music industry, particularly within the grime scene. The narrator asserts his dominance, claiming to be "king of grime by default" and boasting about his "net worth" and financial success, even "a milli' off grime." He frames himself as someone who has earned his place through hard work, running "to the money 'til my legs hurt," while accusing others of merely "network[ing]." This creates a dichotomy between genuine artistic accomplishment and superficial industry connections. A key element of the song's craft is the use of comparative imagery and direct address to establish this hierarchy. The chorus repeatedly contrasts the narrator's strength and success – being "strong this year," "Big like John," "Ball like Lebron" – with the titular "bronze" status of others, even while acknowledging his own "Platinum plaque." This direct comparison, amplified by the repetition of the chorus, hammers home the message of his elevated position. The lyrics also employ a confrontational tone, with lines like "suck my dick" and dismissals of "gatekeepers," showcasing a defiant attitude towards criticism and established industry figures. Ultimately, the effectiveness of these lyrics lies in their unapologetic self-aggrandizement and the clear, albeit aggressive, delineation of success. The narrator's confidence is infectious, and the vivid, if boastful, imagery of wealth and athletic prowess makes his claims feel tangible. By directly addressing and dismissing rivals, the song creates a sense of an insider's battle, making the listener feel privy to the cutthroat nature of the industry and the narrator's triumphant rise above it.
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- Stormzy
- Jay Weathers