Ross questions why close associates and "haters" want to "stick [him] for [his] paper" and claim the "deeds to [his] fruit of labor".

Rick Ross wrote "Crocodile Python" during a period of incarceration, scribbling the lyrics with an illegal ink pen on a small piece of paper. The "abstract and obnoxious" title reflects his mental state at the time—stuck in a 23-hour-a-day lockdown, imagining the textures and luxury he missed. Lyrically, the track explores themes of:

The Deep Texture of "Crocodile Python" by Rick Ross Released on , as a lead-up to his eighth studio album, Black Market , "Crocodile Python" is one of Rick Ross’s most introspective and gritty tracks. Produced by Jahlil Beats and Antman Wonder , the song eschews typical club anthems for a soul-sampled, "boom-bap" atmosphere that highlights Ross's lyrical craftsmanship. The Story Behind the Song

He references his ankle monitor and the feeling of being "cursed by the gods" while dealing with lawsuits and government surveillance.

Around the release of this track, Ross famously opened up about his role as one of the biggest ghostwriters in the rap game, a theme that permeates the Black Market era. How to Listen and Download

"Crocodile Python" is the seventh track on the Black Market album. You can find it through official channels: Crocodile Python - song and lyrics by Rick Ross | Spotify Rick Ross. Black Market (Deluxe)20154:40. Rick Ross. Rick Ross – Crocodile Python Lyrics - Genius

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