Pocket Knocka
also spelled: Pocket Knocker
pronounced: /ˈpä-kət ˈnä-kə/ (pocket knock-uh)
noun | adjective (slang)
Definition:
A person who not only watches or worries about someone else’s money, success, or hustle, but actively doubts it, downplays it, or discredits it to others. A pocket knocka questions how someone is getting their money and spreads skepticism or negativity instead of focusing on their own progress.
Unlike simple jealousy, a pocket knocka often gossips, casts doubt, or plants narratives about another person’s finances, achievements, or plans.
Origin:
The term gained recognition through the song “Pocket Knocka” by artist C.M. James, released under C.M. Jaye Music.
also spelled: Pocket Knocker
pronounced: /ˈpä-kət ˈnä-kə/ (pocket knock-uh)
noun | adjective (slang)
Definition:
A person who not only watches or worries about someone else’s money, success, or hustle, but actively doubts it, downplays it, or discredits it to others. A pocket knocka questions how someone is getting their money and spreads skepticism or negativity instead of focusing on their own progress.
Unlike simple jealousy, a pocket knocka often gossips, casts doubt, or plants narratives about another person’s finances, achievements, or plans.
Origin:
The term gained recognition through the song “Pocket Knocka” by artist C.M. James, released under C.M. Jaye Music.
Example (noun):
“He’s always talking about how she makes her money, dude’s a pocket knocka.”
Example (adjective):
“That pocket knocka behavior won’t get you anywhere.”
“He’s always talking about how she makes her money, dude’s a pocket knocka.”
Example (adjective):
“That pocket knocka behavior won’t get you anywhere.”
by C.M. James January 7, 2026
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