Released: 2024
“SHARK TEETH” by SosMula is a raw and gritty hip-hop track that paints a picture of a violent and ruthless lifestyle, intertwined with braggadocious references to wealth and luxury. The song is an unapologetic dive into themes of crime, power, and opulence, using stark imagery and street slang to communicate the harsh realities of street life and the cold mentality of someone immersed in it.
The hook of “SHARK TEETH” immediately grabs attention with its aggressive imagery: “Sticks in my arm reach, Spilled ya blood on concrete.” The phrase “sticks” refers to guns, highlighting accessibility to weapons, and sets a tone of immediate violence. This paints a stark picture, setting the foundation for the song’s depiction of a cutthroat existence where survival often depends on readiness for conflict.
Moving to the verses, SosMula elaborates on his willingness to commit violence, mentioning, “Killed ’em at the Palm Beach, We blew his brains right on a palm tree.” Here, the palm tree imagery is vivid, combining idyllic beachside scenery with brutal action, thus contrasting luxury with violence. This imagery creates a shocking visual for listeners, blending unexpected elements to highlight the unpredictability of this lifestyle.
SosMula frequently references the “Klean Up Krew,” which suggests a group or gang he’s associated with. The phrase “Pull up on yo’ side, blow ya car seats” reinforces the notion of relentless aggression and gang loyalty, suggesting a mob-like presence that leaves destruction in its wake. It symbolizes the crew’s capability and willingness to eliminate enemies swiftly and without hesitation.
In the refrain, “Shark in the water like it’s shark week, VVS buss down, shark teeth,” SosMula uses “Shark Week”—a popular television program focusing on sharks—to metaphorically convey a predatory and dominant attitude. “VVS” refers to very, very slightly included diamonds, which, when ‘bussed down,’ implies encrusting jewelry with these expensive stones, symbolizing wealth. “Shark teeth” can imply both a jewelry piece shaped like shark teeth or his tenacious and fierce nature.
SosMula continues to express a cold-hearted persona with the line, “I’m cold-hearted, I ain’t got a heartbeat, Broke that bitch heart, I ain’t sorry.” Here, he embraces a merciless character who shows no remorse for his actions. The lines emphasize an emotional detachment that is often a survival mechanism in a dangerous lifestyle. His unapologetic attitude further illustrates the emotional toll of living such a life.
In another verse, “Kick that bitch out, she a Barbie, Got the whip parked, it’s a ‘Rarri,” SosMula makes reference to women as disposable, suggesting they are as superficial as dolls, which speaks to a perception of vanity and triviality in relationships. The ‘Rarri, or Ferrari, mentioned further illustrates luxury and status symbols, indicative of success within this gritty world, but also underscores the excess and consumerism inherent in his lifestyle.
The recurring imagery of drugs and violence continues with “How you send the hits out? I ain’t die yet, Niggas getting stretch out like a 5X.” The reference to sending out “hits” suggests orchestrating acts of violence or retaliation, again highlighting the danger and strategy involved in his way of life. “Stretch out like a 5X” uses the concept of clothing size to vividly describe being “stretched out,” likely meaning killed or harmed, emphasizing the threat faced by rivals.
In a display of wealth and power, “Take a brick, brick out, out, Pyrex,” he talks about drug dealing. A “brick” is slang for a large quantity of drugs, and “Pyrex” refers to the cookware used for mixing drugs, typically crack cocaine. This illustrates involvement in drug trade activities, further painting a picture of a criminal enterprise operating with precision and expertise.
The track is wrapped up with SosMula reinforcing the presence of weapons throughout his environment, “Bitch, I got sticks, sticks up in every car.” This redundancy not only intensifies the constant preparedness for violence but also signifies a life steeped in criminal activities where danger lurks at every corner. It leaves listeners with the chilling impression of the omnipresent threat in SosMula’s reality.
“SHARK TEETH” reflects not just SosMula’s artistry, but also hip-hop’s broader themes of bravado and survival. Through vivid storytelling, it connects to the genre’s historical roots, highlighting real-world struggles while indulging in exaggerated personas for effect. This track encapsulates a complex interplay between power, fear, and opulence that invites both critique and admiration from its audience.
