The antagonist or how can you sleep (technically by his alter ego “Brain”). Both show a more serious side of dicky and they really show off his lyrical talents
Antagonist for more like that. The reason why I'd reccomend Cypher, is cause in the video. You can see that he hasn't grown into his skin yet. He was Lil, but he wasn't dicky yet. And seeing him perform from that perspective is awesome.
@@gottthacatchthemalll while this is one of his best songs it doesn't have alot of commercial success, he would have much less success in the rap game if he stuck to this style. Plus it tv series Dave seems to be exploring both sides of him move evenly then his music.
This was the song that made everybody stop and realize, "OH SHIT...this dude is a rapper" and it honestly is perfect. It gives me chills every time I hear it and it's cool coming back and watching a genuine reaction from somebody that appreciates it.
The whole Russell Westbrook section was a metaphor to Dicky's life. In reality, Westbrook grew up in the spotlight (UCLA) and played basketball forever. In the track, Dicky is saying what if Russell was on a farm, knew nothing about basketball, only cared for the farm, and then one day discovered basketball. When he discovered it, he loved it. It was fun. Then, it got serious bc he got attention for being amazing at it, and eventually it became his career (OKC) and he left the farm. Dicky (Russell) was on his farm (comedy) and discovered basketball (rap). He tried it and he loved it. He was really good at it, and he blew up (ESPN, OKC) and then it ended up being his career. He left his farm behind (comedy) to pursue basketball (rap).
Love that last line, “who’s taking care of my farm?”. It’s so easy to get caught up in your goals and dreams, looking out for others is just as important.
The farm is his comedy career. The whole westbrook analogy is supposed to represent that he stumbled upon something he’s great at by accident and leaving behind his original life. He still wants to be a comedian despite his notoriety and proficiency as a rapper.
Alot of his early songs and first mixtape can't be "mainstream" or on mainstream platforms because he doesn't own the rights to the beats and whatnot. This beat is a drake/jay Z song pound cake. Likely used known beats as a way to draw attention to his music by selecting very popular beats that were massively successful while also having a chance to highlight his lyrical talents and prove he is as lyrically talented as some of the best rappers by taking on the challenge of rapping on such prolific beats. It's a calculated risk to bring attention to his music and launch his career
@@D1vid3By0 highkey I remember listening to this song when I would go from Tallahassee to Miami and I’d look out the window and wonder what if you all my dreams.
dawg i really enjoy ur commentary sometimes, like when u hear a lyric and can resonate and you're open with ur audience... Keep it up ma guy love your real reactions
First time I ever got to see one of your videos, and honestly dude I’m blown away. Your personality is amazing, your analysis is so on point, and I love how you connect perfectly with the message. There was no way I could close the video without subscribing. Really cool stuff man.
Yo fam...I appreciate how you introspectively look deeper into the music like this. This is the hallmark of true hip hop... storytelling, relational stories. Nice work dun...
Just want to say that your reactions are the best, man. You dont just repeat what they've said like everyone else. You listen, analyze, interpret, and iterate it back. Well done, sir.
Love the reaction. Very introspective and helpful to everyone that just needs a little bit of motivation. I also loved the farm/basketball analogy. You really never know what you’re capable of until you give something a try. But no matter the success you claim, never forget your roots. You have old friends and family that very much care for the person you were before success grabbed ahold of you.
The whole bit about ESPN calling up Russell Westbrook is a reference to XXL getting a hold of Dicky. I love how this song ends with him wondering about the farm, that was his whole world before he discovered basketball. And that reminder of what we leave behind when we move on. It's a really poignant line.
I remember watching this when it came out. Both the song and this reactions. It's been a long time since the song dropped but it doesn't feel like 9 years damn.
This is my favorite reaction video by you so far. Not shitting on the other ones, but it just seems like the rap by Lil Dicky actually made you think of your life and we got to see that. Which is what music is ultimately for, to be an impact on ourselves and how we can relate.
BRO 215K!!!! GOOD SHIT MAN IVE BEEN HERE SINCE 198K WOW ......keep up the great .. something you already know lol. im hella happy I found ya bro ... you seem honest AF and your reactions are dope . congrats on all your success and its gonna well deserve when you hit 1million subs.
that was a hardcore pass, ive never heard that side of him either. i love seeing lyrics hit you and you just have to take a minute to talk about it. exact reason ive been watching you nonestop lately!
Take a look at “The Antagonist”. It’s a follow up perspective on how once he’s made it, he feels there’s no one trying to give him competition or hate because his niche is so unique and different
Great reaction bro. Definitely subbed after watching this. Was good to see an insight not only comimg from lil dicky but from yourself too, the insight before you actually make it big, with your layout and setup the way you react, will only breed more success. Onwards and upwards from here 👍
Crazy dude. Like how you said a year ago when the vid was out you were at 200k, wondering if you would be ready for bigger things to come. And look how far you have come!
idk if youll see this man, but i hope you do. long time watching and i recently found this song, and saw you had a reaction to it, so naturally i had to watch. you was talkin about havin 200k subs at the time and growing and questioning yourself. i hope you see the success that you have today, and question that a lot less. you definitely have a place here, and we all want to see nothing but the best. keep up the awesome work bro
I watched this video the day it came out… I’m happy for you bro, I subbed at like 100-150k subscribers and hear you say that you just got 200k in this video and now watching you sit at 2.17 million subscribers makes my heart feel good man. You are awesome man! Keep everything going.
YESSSSSS Been waiting for this one!!! And been requesting it and saw it being requested, super happy how much you listen to your fans! Keep up the great work man!
dude this is why you are my favorite reaction channel. You are so real and raw and your reactions have valuable insight and meaning it isnt just fake "OMG" crap. Seriously you are one of the few i get hyped about new videos. Thank you man ♥
Westbrook on a Farm has some of the best storytelling, flow, and especially lyrics of any song. If anyone knows some other song that has storytelling n lyrics THIS GOOD/better lmk
More real songs of him: "Lil Dicky - Molly" is about a past relationship of his and how he had to break up with her due to his pursuit of his rap career. "Lil Dicky - Make Belief" is about how people thought he would never be great, but that he'll prove them wrong and disses the other rappers who all make the same type of music and he is unique. "Lil Dicky - Professional Rapper (ft. Snoop Dogg)" is about how he wants to be great and knows his own potential, but is still new to the game and learning. You should also react to "Pillow Talking". It is kind of a funny song, but it hits on a ton of general controversial issues or differences between people.
Just starting the video but I've been secretly hoping you'd get to this one. Dicky showing he got that real hip hop bone that a lot of people sleep on. *EDIT* Just getting to the end and your video did not disappoint. Your the first reaction to this song that I feel like FEELS what he's saying in this track. One of my favorite reactions of all time right here.
I've really been enjoying these reactions to this fire song. The ability of this song make every listener literally pause and self reflect is some real power. Really appreciate your openness on this one. Thanks for the upload man.
Yo LayedBak. This song speaks to me on a personal level. I have yet to find that passion for the thing that I love. I don’t even know what that is. Just listening to the song gives me goosebumps. Especially the “Who’s taking care of my farm?” At the end. Reason being because the way I interpreted it is that through all the fame and wealth he’s got, he still remembers where he came from and misses it despite all the success.
Molly is one of the best songs he has ever done and probably one of the most serious songs he has done and how can you sleep ft. The game is a cold blooded banger
A less popular one that is on a similar level to this in regards to self-reflection would be "Really Scared". A lesser known track but one of my absolute favorites.
Lil Dicky’s best song is Molly. He just tears down all his defenses and becomes completely vulnerable. No jokes, no fronts, just rapping about something that’s important to him.