Released: 2013
“F**kin’ Problems” is a track where A$AP Rocky, Drake, 2 Chainz, and Kendrick Lamar come together, each artist bringing their signature swag to confess their insatiable appetites for “bad bitches” and the excitement it brings into their lives. It’s not just about their desires; it’s a flex on their status, how they attract women, and the lifestyle that comes with their fame.
The hook of the song basically sets the stage, with A$AP Rocky laying it down plain and simple: their love for “bad bitches” is both a vice and a thrill, a “fuckin’ problem” they’re not exactly trying to fix. The repetition of the line “I love bad bitches, that’s my fuckin’ problem; And yeah, I like to fuck, I got a fuckin’ problem” hits like a mantra, emphasizing this is a shared sentiment among the artists, almost wearing it like a badge of honor.
Each verse unfolds a layer of bravado and their individual lives. A$AP Rocky’s verse delves into the glamorous, recklessly indulgent lifestyle they’re known for, marked by lines that boast about unique fashion senses and attracting attention, both for their style and their actions. Drake’s verse shifts the beat, getting personal and reflective on the nature of his relationships and interactions with women. The mention of “all the niggas you’ve been leadin’ on” and “all of the rappers I’ve been feedin’ on” pulls back the curtain on the competitive and often superficial interactions in their world.
2 Chainz keeps the vibe lively, delivering lines that are both playful and boastful, enhancing the track’s infectious energy. Then Kendrick Lamar slides in, elevating the narrative with a deeper dive into personal identity and the ironies of fame. His lines, “Girl, I’m Kendrick Lamar, A.K.A. Benz is to me just a car” demonstrates his rootedness in self-awareness amidst the ostentatious flex culture that surrounds him.
What makes “F**kin’ Problems” captivating is not just the lyrical prowess of each rapper but the unapologetic embrace of their flaws and the luxuries their problems afford them. It’s a celebration of success, the complications that come with it, and the unabashed acknowledgment of their vices. Through its catchy hook and compelling verses, the song manages to make a statement about the highs and pitfalls of fame, all while keeping listeners hooked to its rhythm.
