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Who's The Boss?

by Tim Stiles

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My good friend and talented producer, Dono and I were discussing what being called, "Boss" means to those on the receiving end. I personally have always felt it demeaning but can also see how others find it endearing. We decided that it all depends on the circumstance and intonation used. This song ended up being our debate's end result... Enjoy!

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Please don't belittle me if you can't remember my name
I've probably forgotten yours, so we're both to blame
And that's fine, forgetfulness increases with age
But so should respect for one another, don't be dismayed

It's ok, just admit it to my face you forgot
Don't back-pedal by guessing what it is not
I won't be livid, we're all just fish in a pond
But if you can't reel in my name, it definitely isn't "boss"

Look, some people put the "pro" in pronouns
And "boss" is the opposite of making the merry-go-around
Meetings impersonal are a virtual step down
Treating your peers like they elected to be let down

With a flex of the chest, dick semi-erect
It's those with little to no intellect and a tattooed neck
Greetings so indirect that they're demeaning at best
It's this downright disrespect which I cannot accept

I don't know if it's tradition or you're establishing position
But "boss" connotations make me feel like trash in the kitchen
Perhaps its a way to for you to mock or manipulate
But approaching others in this way is just a bad decision

This ironic hyperbole is surrounded by uncertainty
And when that's how you refer as me, it curtains on courtesy
I'm a person, not some object in your periphery
It's about time you changed up your delivery

Who's the Boss? Not me, when that's what you call me
Who's the Boss? You are, when that's what you call me
Who's the Boss? Both of us any given moment, neither are in charge
Who's the Boss? Well that's me, but only if you spell it B-A-W-S-E

It's not like being called "boss" is innately debilitating
It simply comes across as vaguely humiliating
You may consider it a sign of respect
But when the intonation's off, I wonder what you're insinuating

Weighing pro's and cons of circumstance's extenuating
Simulating you're in charge simply isn't stimulating
Don't even get me started on "chief", discriminating
It's mistakes like these I wish you'd discontinue making

Other nomenclatures wont make you seem like a hater
Say "What's up, player!" and we'll totally meet up later
Try "What's happening, my dawg!" and I'll react with applause
But if you tack on "boss", its time to meet your maker

Who's the Boss? Not me, when that's what you call me
Who's the Boss? You are, when that's what you call me
Who's the Boss? Both of us any given moment, neither are in charge
Who's the Boss? Well that's me, but only if you spell it B-A-W-S-E

At first I was elated thinking you'd make it in this round
You'd greet me by my first name, then we'd pop some Chrystal
But the way that you played it has me clenching my fist now
Coming off so abrasive I hate it, I'm so pissed now

This monster you created is creating a list now
Of dirt bags so jaded who'll never get a fist pound
You missed out, I wish you'd get the (bleep) out of this town
For now, I'm walking away from this clown

Who's the Boss? Not me, when that's what you call me
Who's the Boss? You are, when that's what you call me
Who's the Boss? Both of us any given moment, neither are in charge
Who's the Boss? Well that's me, but only if you spell it B-A-W-S-E

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released May 6, 2022
Written by Tim Stiles
Prod. by Donovillain
Recorded, Mixed & Mastered by Jay Battle @ The Battlefield Seattle, WA

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Tim Stiles Santa Cruz, California

Tim Stiles is an independent hip-hop artist historically known as the lead vocalist/rapper of the satirical hip hop band, Passion Party. Tim is no one trick pony. He’s a clever, crafty wordsmith in his own right with an ability to adapt to just about any concept or genre. ... more

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