"Wavves" by JPEGMAFIA is a rap song that expresses the artist's frustration with societal issues, cultural appropriation, and his own pursuit of success in the music industry. The lyrics contain explicit language and controversial statements, so please be advised. In the song, JPEGMAFIA starts off by asserting his authenticity as a gangsta rapper and dismissing those who he perceives as fake or culture vultures. He also asserts his dominance and challenges anyone who questions his authority. The song then transitions into JPEGMAFIA expressing his personal struggles and the hardships he's faced. He mentions his disdain for working a regular 9 to 5 job to stay alive and addresses the police brutality and racism he's experienced. He acknowledges the need to defend himself and hopes to protect himself before someone harms him. JPEGMAFIA then shifts his focus towards calling out white female celebrities, specifically mentioning Amy Poehler and Tina Fey. He criticizes them for making fun of Bill Cosby while ignoring other alleged perpetrators, such as Stephen Collins, Woody Allen, and Roman Polanski. He expresses his frustration with the hypocrisy and racial bias in the media. The artist proceeds to challenge his detractors, expressing his anger and the risks he's willing to take. He references the violence and confrontations he's willing to engage in, expressing his discontent with societal inequalities. JPEGMAFIA mentions his desire for reparations and avenging those who suffered through slavery. He continues to assert his dominance and dismisses anyone who would question his authority or beliefs. He mentions his wealth and mocks those who label him as an Uncle Tom, invoking religious imagery and making controversial statements. The song's chorus emphasizes the upcoming catastrophe, which JPEGMAFIA believes will come as a result of his actions. He expresses his determination to pursue financial success and mocks those who would try to stop him. Overall, "Wavves" is a confrontational and rebellious song, where JPEGMAFIA uses aggressive language, provocative statements, and cultural references to express his frustrations, challenge societal norms, and assert his own identity and ambitions.
