On Luv Is Rage 2, half of the time Lil Uzi Vert is emotionally exhausted, wearing his heart on his sleeve, and for the other half, he's just trying to let you know that he dresses exceptionally better than you. Combine that with Uzi’s knack for keeping his lines short and compact, quickly jumping to the next topic, and you've got the perfect storm of short blurbs and sound bites to be repeated endlessly. These short blurbs are enjoyable to croon when you’re listening to it on the car radio or when you’re in the club spending money you don’t have, but most importantly its best use is in Instagram captions (cause where else?).
Becoming a great Instagram Caption Artist is harder than it seems, and says a lot about Uzi’s writing ability and his ability to connect with the youth, the generation that quite literally grew up with various social platforms. The millennials. There are a lot of rappers whose lyrics are too long winded, so out of context, it’s not ideal for an Instagram caption. Social captions need to be short and sweet, but have a sort of instant connection to your followers, and thus a relatability. Some sort of "perceived" depth is also a plus, fake-deepness abounds on Instagram especially. With his cadence, Uzi is often able to add emphasis on key emotional lines that make it so that these bars are instantly on repeat in your mind, which may translate well to all your social needs (not just Instagram!).
Here are a few of the Luv Is Rage 2 lyrics that will fill your quotable needs, whether it be for that perfect Instagram caption, that sub-tweet, or an over-sharing Facebook post (that's literally what people do on Facebook, if they still go on Facbeook). Also, Drake better drop new music because his Instagram Caption Crown has a viable contender, and it’s Lil Uzi.
What's your favorite bar on Luv is Rage 2?
"Dark Queen"
1. "And if I get locked up mom change the law / You fix everything so that's what I thought / When I was small momma made me tall"
2. "You got the best advice but I won't call / I know I'm grown so I do not need ya’ll"
Uzi is attempting to hit every crack and crevice of the Instagram caption game with these two sets of bars. Uzi's emotional homage to his mother will be perfect for a one of the most popular days on Instagram such as Mother's Day (??).
"Neon Guts"
1. "Stay at the Ritz Carlton, this not the Radisson"
2. "And I got a colorful aura / Like I got neon guts"
3. "I got some lights on my chest / Don't confuse it with a heart"
When you catch that 4 or 5-star hotel deal, you can pretend you're living as lavishly as Uzi is when you post that picture by the pool or the sprawling balcony view. The hook itself also suffices for a variety of caption needs - if you're particularly glow'd up that day, go ahead. Finally, if you want to get a bit thought-provokingly emo on your friends, hit them with the third quotable.
"The Way Life Goes"
1. "I tied up my Raf, you strapped up your Rick / Diamonds on your neck ice on my wrist / Compliment my style"
2. "If she ever call my phone you know I gotta dead her / But I like that girl too much, I wish I never met her"
3. "No I'm not a rat but I'm all about my cheddar"
When you and your significant other are trying to stunt in your matching designer, Uzi's line reminiscing about the good times in his past relationship is perfect. However, if matching-relationship-flexing isn't your thing, or you're reeling from a recent break-up, there are other caption-worthy bars here to choose from, especially if you're the type of person that lays it all out on social media when you're in your feelings (we all know the type).
"444+222"
1. "Pullin up in that Lamb, just me / My niggas pullin up eight deep"
2. "That's the reason that niggas wanna fight now? / Cuz my diamonds shine like a lighthouse?"
These bars are just about the flex, which is what the 'Gram is made for.
"Two"
"And I know I changed a lot of you niggas / In a matter of months I raised a lot of you niggas"
Everyone has those days when they're really feeling themselves, and so the IG post with your best fit is a must, but don't forget to let the haters know what's up. Uzi is tired of not getting his due credit and he wants it to be known, if not for him, a lot of people wouldn't be where they're at.
"X"
1. "My heart's in the junkyard cause it's wrecked."
2. "If you got options I got options, baby, who you?"
3. "Swag on them by mistake"
Uzi's heartbreak is causing him internal pain, so much like the rest of us, he has his down days -- the first caption is perfect for your immediate, post-break-up tweet, to let the people know, you're just not in a good place. Once you've had a week or two to let things cool, the latter two lyrics might be your go-to -- slight flex for your ex and all to see.
"Feelings Mutual"
1. "Walk with the Goyard they say it's a purse"
2. "Now a days I gotta swerve you"
Uzi has faced some backlash for rocking what many deem a "purse," his Goyard bag, but he doesn't care what "Broke Bois" think, they clearly do not know. As designers bags become more popular, a lot of guys are going to run into the same issue as Uzi, so the first option would be the perfect caption to let them your followers know to step up their fashion knowledge. Alternately, if you're trying to avoid that special somebody but want them to be aware of it by way of a sub-mention, go with the second option.
"No Sleep Leak"
1. "Nowadays I think a lot of you / But really I don't wanna bother you"
2. "Was broke last night / Was rich by the morning"
Uzi is at his most sympathetic on Luv Is Rage 2 when he's reminiscing. These two lyrics actually perfectly summarize the majority of the focus on Luv is Rage 2 - wealth/fame, and confused heartbreak.
"For Real"
1. "Homie don't know me don't get in my moment"
2. "Told her I love her, ain't mean it"
3. "My Gosha from Dover, I drive in the Rover"
4. "Walk around with it for real"
There are plenty of quotable "For Real" lyrics to choose from, each bar contains a zero-fucks-given attitude, but work for different occasions and reasons. Take your pick.
"Sauce It Up"
1. "I'm gon keep flexing if you don't like me then I'm sorry"
2. "I feel so important, my pockets enormous"
This first Uzi lyric is for the people who post outfit pictures on Instagram daily, some may find it annoying, but let them know nothing is going to impede your confidence and that daily look is getting posted regardless. The second quotable is, once again, just for the flex.
"XO Tour Lif3"
1. "All my friends are dead / Push me to the edge"
2. "I'm committed, not addicted, but it keep control of me"
3. "I don't really care if you cry / On the real, you shoulda never lied"
4. "I cannot die because this my universe"
We should all know the first bar by now, it's so quotable and catchy, it's basically become a daily part of our lives - from memes, to social captions, to IRL interactions with friends. However, there are a few other choice quotables on "XO Tour Lif3," which seems like an appropriate way to end the list (and equally, it's the last song on the album).