![]() Rather than taken as literal, A$AP’s “ her pistol go (bang, bang)” can be interpreted as the spark that draws him toward her. It is the song’s chorus that is most revealing. While fleeting, these sentiments capture the soul beneath the song A$AP is not merely rattling off a list of his favorite designers, but crafting a narrative. That she matches him is clear in the song’s early moments ( Rockin, rollin, swaggin to the max) as he compliments her ( Smiling is your treasure/you’re so well put together) and contemplates a future that exists for both of them ( Go away together, we could get away forever). In the immediate scope of his night, all A$AP’s girl needs to do is challenge him. She jiggy like Madonna, but she trippy like Nirvana. Her attitude Rihanna, she get it from her mama. In A$AP’s case, it is viewed through the prism of wealth and fashion his Fashion Killa becoming a metaphor for his ideal woman. ![]() On the contrary, his “Fashion Killa” creates an immersive world that invites the listener to consider the momentary thrill of being in love. ![]() Caught in a moment of possibility during his “fashion night out,” “Fashion Killa” reveals hidden levels of depth in A$AP’s music, offering a universal message of celebratory, invigorating love.Īlthough successful, A$AP is often criticized over a perceived lyrical weakness, or laziness toward the content of his songs. “Fashion Killa”, one of rap’s strongest singles since Game’s “Hate It or Love It”, is a transcendent, almost deceptively heartfelt track off A$AP’s debut album, LONG. In particular, one of the most understated tracks off his latest LP, “Fashion Killa,” is especially in need of reassessment. Now-as 2013 draws to a close and a slew of lauding rap retrospectives have emerged-A$AP deserves a second look. In fact, beyond “Fuckin’ Problems” scoring a Best Rap Song nomination, A$AP was nothing more than a footnote, an embarrassing oversight by music’s most influential collective. It was a shock to see newcomer A$AP Rocky, one of 2013’s biggest stories, overlooked during the recently announced Grammy nominations.
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