Instinct Lyrics – Joey Bada$$

Instinct Lyrics Meaning

[Chorus: Chris Brown]
Chris Brown is talking about how confident and self-assured he is. He starts by saying, “hold up, watch me,” like he’s about to do something impressive. He’s proud that he earns his money through smart choices like gaining interest, not just by working hard. Then, he switches the vibe to partying and fun, where a woman dances wildly, almost losing control. He makes it clear that he doesn’t overthink things—he just follows what feels right. He notices people hating from afar, but he doesn’t care because he’s doing well. He even brags about getting with someone else’s partner, showing off his charm and dominance. Again, it ends with the same idea—he trusts himself and rolls with his instincts, not hesitation.

[Verse: Joey Bada$$]
Joey kicks things off by saying he’s added another woman to his life, someone who’s been through stuff and maybe a little emotionally tired, but they still have a connection. He’s surrounded by women who might be acting silly or shallow, but they still want to be around him and follow his lead. He’s showing off a bit here, making it clear that he’s in control. Then he shifts into bragging about his success, like his flashy jewelry and how people don’t like seeing him shine because it reminds them they’re not doing as well. He feels grateful for what he has and sees it as a blessing, even if others don’t like it. He talks about how he’s trying to teach people lessons in his own bold way, comparing himself to a pop quiz—showing up unexpected and testing people. His first impressions are so strong that they make others question themselves, and he’s not shy about kicking down doors and forcing people out of his way if needed.

[Chorus: Chris Brown]
This part circles back to Chris Brown showing off how smart and confident he is. He earns his money through smart financial moves like collecting interest instead of just working nonstop. Then he jumps right back into that fun, carefree energy—he’s at a party, and a woman is dancing with wild energy again. He keeps reminding us that he doesn’t doubt himself—he just follows his gut and does what feels right. He knows people are watching him with jealousy, but he’s not bothered. He even brags about winning over someone else’s partner, just to show how magnetic he is.