The song "New New York" by The Underachievers is an anthem representing their allegiance to the East Coast hip-hop scene, particularly in New York. The lyrics paint a picture of the gritty and grimy nature of the city and how the artists navigate through it. The first verse highlights their upbringing in a flavored (meaning a wild and intense) environment where they had to learn to manage and survive. They mention women chasing after material goods and their skills as lyricists. They boast about making big moves and causing havoc with their music. The chorus emphasizes the pride they have in their New York roots and how they believe the music scene has not been as good since the 90s. They proclaim that it is a New York thing and that outsiders should stay in their own lane. The second verse continues with their lyrical prowess and braggadocious style. They reference various cultural and religious figures like Sinatras, rastas, and oscar. They criticize others for their poisonous music while proclaiming their own skills. They mention smoking weed, their hometown, and their affiliation with the "beast coast," a term used to describe the collective of East Coast artists. The song's overall meaning is to showcase The Underachievers' love for their New York roots and to establish themselves as talented artists from the city. They pride themselves on their lyricism, flow, and the impact they have on the music scene.
