Meaning of "bust on somebody" - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange

This was my mothers favorite thing to do. It was a thing in her family growing up, because when my uncles and cousins visited, they often used the italian expression in the above quote. My mothers sister did it too. When i was around my family, i did it. Maybe not to the extent of, turn on that light. But just the attitude. Its definitely not an attitude of cooperation. I would try replying, "oh youre only saying that cuz you love me!" - just to annoy him back.