The song "Show Off" by Upchurch, also known as Church, is about the rapper's confidence and success in his music career. He addresses the criticisms and doubts he faces due to his unique blend of country and hip-hop music. Upchurch proudly embraces his southern roots and the fact that he stands out in the music industry because of his distinctive sound. In the lyrics, Upchurch acknowledges that some people dislike him because he is white and raps with a southern twang. Others may dislike him because he effortlessly delivers impressive performances on beats and doesn't break a sweat. However, he rejects these criticisms and continues to blend country and hip-hop in his music, specifically mentioning the use of 808s (a type of bass drum sound) in his songs. Upchurch mentions his high-end lifestyle, driving a Corvette and owning AR rifles. He asserts that no one can tell him what to do, referencing the terms "bitch cracker" and "come make me." He also has a "redneck" appearance, with a sunburned neck and blue-colored clothes, similar to the comedian Jeff Foxworthy. Upchurch further boasts about his fame and recognition in Music City (Nashville), claiming that everyone with a successful career in the city knows who he is. He mentions that he still wears last year's clothes, showing that he doesn't need to constantly chase expensive trends to be successful. The chorus of the song highlights Upchurch's current success and his determination to show it off. He mentions how people mean-mug (glare angrily) at him in traffic, but he persists in showcasing his talent because he is winning for his people and he loves to flaunt it. In the second verse, Upchurch refers to himself as a show-off, indicating his confidence and ability to impress. He talks about his powerful car ("6.0 with a mean exhaust") and his ambition to reach the top in his career, regardless of any obstacles. Despite coming from a small town with limited opportunities, he is determined to succeed and defeat his competition. He rejects the idea of needing financial assistance from businesspeople and claims that even if he were to quit music, he would still be financially stable for ten years. Upchurch sarcastically addresses those who criticize him for being a country rapper and expresses his indifference towards their opinion. He emphasizes that they don't pay his bills and don't truly know him. He confidently states that he is the hottest thing in Nashville and others recognize it. Overall, "Show Off" is a song celebrating Upchurch's self-assuredness, his unique blend of country and hip-hop, and his success in the music industry. He brushes off criticisms and indicates that he will continue to shine and show off his talent.
