So Legit

Lana Del Rey's 'So Legit' is a raw and unfiltered critique of the commercialization of the music industry and the loss of authenticity in the contemporary music scene. The song's lyrics are direct and confrontational, addressing a fellow artist, presumed to be Stefani Germanotta, known as Lady Gaga. Lana Del Rey juxtaposes her own perceived authenticity against the commercial success of another artist, questioning the latter's artistic integrity and the shift from underground to mainstream appeal.

The song reminisces about the past glory of the Brooklyn music scene, which was once a hub for punk rock and edgy, underground culture. Del Rey laments the gentrification and transformation of this scene into something more commercial and less dangerous. The repeated question 'What happened to Brooklyn?' serves as a metaphor for the broader changes in the music industry, where Del Rey feels that true artistry and the 'downtown scene' have been replaced by a quest for mass appeal and commercial success.

'So Legit' is not just a personal attack on a specific artist; it's a commentary on the state of the music industry as a whole. Del Rey's use of the term 'Gaga crazy' implies a homogenization of music where unique voices are drowned out by a singular, dominant pop culture. The song's nostalgic tone for a time when music was more raw and artists were 'born bad' reflects a yearning for a return to authenticity and the gritty roots of the punk rock ethos.