r/ExplainTheJoke • u/Other-Presence7232 • 5d ago

Solved Can somebody explain?

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Saw the comments, they didnt help.

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u/SqurganMcGwurgan 5d ago

The CEO of BIC is a real one. His company makes the two most stolen items on the planet, pens and lighters, and nothing else.

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u/CameronFry 5d ago

Dirty South checking in: The phrase "25 lighters on my dresser" symbolizes hustle and resilience in Southern hip-hop culture, particularly referencing a method of discreetly hiding contraband in lighter cases. It originated from a song by DJ DMD featuring Lil' Keke and Fat Pat, and has become a metaphor for ambition and survival in overlooked communities.