“Panda” is a breakout hit by American rapper Desiigner, released on December 15, 2015. The song quickly gained popularity, becoming a song of the year and catapulting Desiigner into the spotlight. It was released as the lead single from his debut mixtape, “New English.” The track’s catchy beat and unique style helped it reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. “Panda” also charted in various other countries, making it a global hit. Desiigner’s distinct voice and energetic performance set the stage for his successful entry into the music industry.
“Panda” is known for its infectious hook and heavy bassline, which immediately grab the listener’s attention. The title of the song comes from the car model BMW X6, which Desiigner compares to a panda due to its black-and-white color scheme. The lyrics primarily focusing on luxury, success, and street life. Desiigner’s rapid delivery and the song’s repetitive & engaging chorus contributed to its massive attraction. The song was produced by Menace, a British beatmaker, whose instrumental provided the perfect backdrop for Desiigner’s vocals.
The track’s success was further amplified by its viral nature on social media platforms. Memes, dance videos, and fan covers flooded the internet, boosting the song’s visibility and popularity. “Panda” not only topped the charts but also received numerous certifications, including multi-platinum status in the United States.
About Panda Music Video
The music video for “Panda” was released on May 10, 2016, and directed by iconic rapper and filmmaker Kanye West along with Paul Geusebroek. The video features a high-energy, chaotic visual style that perfectly matches the song’s intense vibe. It opens with Desiigner being chased by police in a stolen BMW X6, symbolizing the “panda.” The video cuts between scenes of Desiigner rapping energetically in various locations, including the streets of New York City and an abandoned warehouse.
Kanye West makes a cameo appearance, further solidifying the connection between Desiigner and West’s GOOD Music label, to which Desiigner was signed at the time. The video showcases Desiigner’s animated performance style and highlights the raw energy that made “Panda” such a hit. The dynamic camera work and rapid editing enhance the overall experience, making the music video as captivating as the song itself.
Lyrics: Panda by Desiigner
[Spoken:]
This what they all been waitin’ for.
I guess so.
They been waitin’ for this shit for a long time, didn’t they?
I’ma give it everythin’ I got.
Ayo Dougie park that X6 around the corner.
Ayy I’m just feelin’ my vibe right now.
I’m feelin’ myself.
Panda, panda, panda, panda, panda, panda, panda…
I got broads in Atlanta
Twisting dope, lean, and the Fanta
Credit cards and the scammers
Hitting off licks in the bando
Black X6, Phantom
White X6, look like a panda
Going out like I’m Montana
Hundred killers, hundred hammers
Black X6, Phantom
White X6, panda
Pockets swole, Danny
Selling bar, candy
Man I’m the macho like Randy
The choppa go Oscar for Grammy
Bitch nigga pull up ya panty
Hope you killers understand me
I got broads in Atlanta
Twisting dope, lean, and the Fanta
Credit cards and the scammers
Hitting off licks in the bando
Black X6, Phantom
White X6, look like a panda
Going out like I’m Montana
Hundred killers, hundred hammers
Black X6, Phantom
White X6, panda
Pockets swole, Danny
Selling bar, candy
Man I’m the macho like Randy
The choppa go Oscar for Grammy
Bitch nigga pull up ya panty
Hope you killers understand me
Panda, panda, panda, panda, panda, panda, panda, panda, panda…
I got broads in Atlanta
Twisting dope, lean, and shit sipping Fanta
Credit cards and the scammers
Wake up Versace shit, life Desiigner
Whole bunch of lavish shit
They be asking ’round town who be clapping shit
I be pullin’ up stuff in the Phantom shit
I got plenty of stuff of Bugatti whip look how I drive this shit
Black X6, Phantom
White X6, killing on camera
Pop a Perc, I can’t stand up
Gorilla, they come and kill you with bananas
Four fillas, they finna pull up in the Phantom
Know niggas, they come and kill you on the camera
Big Rollie, it dancing bigger than a Pandie
Go Oscar for Grammy, bitch pull up your panty
Fill up I’m a flip it, I got bitches pull up and they get it
I got niggas that’s counting for digits
Say you make you a lot of new money
Know some killers pull off and they in the Wraith
CTD, they pull up in a killa Bape,
Call up Phillip-Phillip, gon’ fill the bank, niggas up in the bank
We gon’ drill the bank, fuck we gon’ kill the bank, get it
I got broads, yea I get it
I got cards, yea i shitted
This how I live it
Did it all for a ticket
Now Flex drop bombs when he spin it
And Bobby gon’ trend it
Jeff The Don doing business
Zana Ray fucking up shit and she doin’ her business
I be getting to the chicken
Counting to the chicken
And all of my niggas gon’ split it
Panda, panda, panda, panda, panda, panda, panda…
I got broads in Atlanta
Twisting dope, lean, and the Fanta
Credit cards and the scammers
Hitting off licks in the bando
Black X6, Phantom
White X6, looks like a panda
Going out like I’m Montana
Hundred killers, hundred hammers
Black X6, Phantom
White X6, panda
Pockets swole, Danny
Selling bar, candy
Man I’m the macho like Randy
The choppa go Oscar for Grammy
Bitch nigga pull up ya panty
Hope you killers understand me
I got broads in Atlanta
Twisting dope, lean, and the Fanta
Credit cards and the scammers
Hitting off licks in the bando
Black X6, Phantom
White X6, looks like a panda
Going out like I’m Montana
Hundred killers, hundred hammers
Black X6, Phantom
White X6, panda
Pockets swole, Danny
Selling bar, candy
Man I’m the macho like Randy
The choppa go Oscar for Grammy
Bitch nigga pull up ya panty
Hope you killers understand me
Panda, panda, panda, panda, panda, panda, panda…
Listen to Panda by Desiigner MP3
“Panda MP3” by Desiigner remains a defining moment in modern hip-hop, marking the emergence of a new artist who quickly made a name for himself. The song’s infectious beat, memorable lyrics, and high-energy music video contributed to its widespread success and enduring popularity.
