Krieg Lyrics – LX, Maxwell 187

Krieg Lyrics Meaning

[Intro: LX & Maxwell]
In the intro, the artists set a bold, rebellious tone. They claim to be always ready for anything, metaphorically “geared up for war.” They criticize others, calling them fake or “actors” who aren’t genuine in their actions. The reference to hearing the ML (likely their crew or sound) from the window reinforces their dominance in the streets, with Maxwell and LX driving a luxury car, suggesting wealth and power.

[Part 1: Maxwell]
Maxwell talks about his extroverted and street-smart nature, where he confidently brags about his skills. He enjoys his freedom, drinking beer and rolling joints on a park bench while having multiple cars—no need for public transport anymore. He vividly describes the hustle—packing and selling goods in his neighborhood for quick cash, getting things done aggressively (“everything flattened, checkmate, you ba*tard”). His reckless lifestyle includes partying hard, even to the point of losing his gold chain while drunk, and creating chaos. He stays carefree, even while maintaining a sense of danger, as he mixes leisure with criminal activity.

[Hook: LX]
The hook repeats the theme of being always ready for “war” and staying ahead of the game. It emphasizes the artists’ confidence and dominance, as they mock others who are acting fake or pretending. The mention of the “ML-Sound” coming from the window ties back to their signature sound being recognized in the streets, and the luxury car (Benzer) reinforces their success, asserting their high status in the rap game.

[Part 2: LX]
LX talks about always being vigilant, staying with his crew and being street-smart in their dealings. His products are top quality, and he knows how to sell well, calling in his “Geiser” (probably referring to trusted associates). LX states the harsh reality: it’s about getting rich quickly or dying trying. He proudly mentions his wealth, flaunting his possessions like the car in the driveway, which indicates his lifestyle as a dealer. He’s quick to respond aggressively to anyone who threatens him, with mentions of flashy jewelry and defensive behavior. He’s in a constant hustle, working hard through the night while high, and even making small purchases like Jägermeister, underscoring his lavish but reckless lifestyle.

[D1?]
In this part, LX shares a bit more about his reckless partying lifestyle. He buys Jägermeister (a type of liquor) and Sprite, possibly for mixing, and mentions the “purple slime,” which could be a reference to lean (a drink made with cough syrup and soda). The line about wanting to be a star instead of a loser highlights his aspirations to succeed and rise above his circumstances, no matter the cost.

[Hook: LX]
The hook is repeated again, reaffirming the readiness for any challenge or fight (“war”). The message remains clear: they’re at the top, untouchable, and others are just pretending. The dominance in the streets is emphasized, as the sound of Maxwell and LX in their luxury car echoes throughout their environment, keeping them ahead of everyone else.