William Leonard Roberts II was born in Coahoma County, Mississippi and raised in Carol City, Florida, near Miami After graduating from Carol City Senior High School, he later attended the historically black college Albany State University in Albany, Georgia.
After being signed to Suave House Records, former label for rap duo 8Ball & MJG, he eventually signed a deal with Slip-n-Slide Records, which has been under the Def Jam umbrella since 2006. While signed to Slip-n-Slide, Ross toured with fellow rapper Trick Daddy and made guest performances on other Slip-n-Slide rap albums
His debut album Port of Miami was released in August 2006 and debuted at the top spot on the Billboard 200 album chart, with sales at 187,000 units after its first week
In March 2008, his second album Trilla was released and, as its predecessor Port of Miami had, debuted at the top of the Billboard 200.[8] Its lead single "Speedin'" featuring R. Kelly peaked at #121 on the Billboard Hot 100; the next one, "The Boss" featuring T-Pain peaked at #17 on the Hot 100. The third single "Here I Am" featured Nelly and Avery Storm
Deeper Than Rap is the third studio album by American rapper Rick Ross, released April 21, 2009 on his label Maybach Music Group and Slip-n-Slide Records, with distribution from Def Jam Recordings. The album debuted at number one on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart, selling 158,000 copies its first week. Singles from the album were: Mafia Music, Maybach Music II, Magnificent, & All I Really Want.
Teflon Don is the fourth studio album by American rapper Rick Ross, released July 20, 2010 on Maybach Music Group and Def Jam Recordings. Production for the album took place during 2009 to 2010 and was handled by several record producers, including Clark Kent, No I.D., The Olympicks, J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League, Lex Luger, Danja, The Inkredibles, The Remedy, and Kanye West
The album debuted at number two on the US Billboard 200 chart, selling 176,300 copies in its first week. It attained some international charting and produced three singles with moderate Billboard chart success. Upon its release, Teflon Don received generally positive reviews from most music critics, earning praise for its cinematic production and Ross's lyrical persona.
Ross has signed Pill, Meek Mill, & Wale to his label Maybach Music Group. In 2010 Rick Ross made an offer to rapper Wiz Khalifa to sign to Maybach Music Group but he decided to sign with Atlantic instead.
Hustlin'
Rick Ross Lyrics
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Hustle, hustlin' hustlin'
Hustle, hustlin' hustlin'
Hustle, hustlin' hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm, everyday I'm, everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm, everyday I'm, everyday I'm hustlin'
Who the fuck you think you fuckin' with? I'm the fuckin' boss
Seven forty-five, white on white that's fuckin' Ross
I cut 'em wide, I cut 'em long, I cut 'em fat (what)
I keep 'em comin' back (what), we keep 'em comin' back
I'm in the distribution, I'm like Atlantic
I got them motherfuckers flyin' 'cross the Atlantic
I know Pablo, Noreaga, the real Noreaga
He owe me a hundred favors
I ain't petty nigga, we buy the whole thang
See most of my niggas really still deal cocaine
My roof back, my money right
I'm on the pedal, show you what I'm runnin' like
When they snatched black I cried for a hundred nights
He got a hundred bodies, servin' a hundred lifes
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm, everyday I'm
We never steal cars, but we deal hard
Whip it real hard whip it whip it real hard
I caught a charge, I caught a charge
Whip it real hard, whip it whip it real hard
Ain't bout no funny shit still bitches and business
I'm on my money shit still whippin' them Benz's
Major league who catchin' because I'm pitchin'
Jose Canseco just snitchin' because he's fiend ish
I feed 'em steriods to strengthen up all my chickens
They flyin' over Pacific to be specific
Triple C's you know it's fat we holdin' sacks
So nigga go on rat, run and tell 'em that
Mo' cars, mo' hoes, mo' clothes, mo blows
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm, everyday I'm
It's time to spend my thrills custom spinnin' wheels
I ain't drove in a week them bitches spinnin' still
Talk about me 'cause these suckers scared to talk about me
Killers chalkin' bout me, it ain't no talk about me
It ain't no walkin' 'round me, see all these killers 'round me
Lot of drug dealin' 'round me goin' down in Dade County
Don't tote no twenty-twos, Magnum cost me twenty-two
Sat it on them twenty-twos, birds go for twenty-two
Lil' mama super thick, she say she twenty-two
She seen them twenty-twos, we in room two twenty-two
I touch work like I'm Convertible Burt
I got distribution so I'm convertin' the work
In the M-I-A-YO, them niggas rich off yayo
Steady slangin' yayo, my Chevy bangin' heyo
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm hustlin'
Everyday I'm, everyday I'm
In the song "Hustlin'" by Rick Ross, the lyrics depict an image of a successful drug dealer who is continuously hustling to maintain his wealth and status. The chorus highlights his constant hustle, as he repeats the phrase "everyday I'm hustlin'" multiple times. The verses focus on Ross's power and influence, as he raps about his connections with notorious drug lords and boasts about his wealth and distribution.
The opening lines of the song set the tone for the rest of the lyrics, as Ross repeats "hustle, hustlin' hustlin'" several times. The repetition of the word "hustle" emphasizes the theme of the song, which is Ross's continuous drive to accumulate money and power. He describes himself as "the boss" and brags about his expensive white-on-white outfit.
Throughout the song, Ross also raps about his connections in the drug world, including his relationship with Pablo Escobar and Noreaga. He claims that Noreaga owes him "a hundred favors" and that his network spans across the Atlantic. He also mentions his team, the Triple C's, who he describes as being "fat" and holding "sacks" of drugs.
The lyrics also touch on the legal risks of drug dealing, as Ross mentions being caught and charged with a crime. However, he quickly brushes it off, stating that he's still making money and "whippin' them Benz's." He boasts about his luxurious lifestyle, which includes expensive cars and women.
Overall, the lyrics of "Hustlin'" paint a picture of a successful drug dealer who is constantly on the move to maintain his power and wealth. The song highlights the glamorization of drug culture and the risks associated with it.
Line by Line Meaning
Everyday I'm hustlin' hustlin'
I'm working hard every day
Who the fuck you think you fuckin' with? I'm the fuckin' boss
Don't mess with me, I'm in charge
Seven forty-five, white on white that's fuckin' Ross
I drive a fancy white car
I cut 'em wide, I cut 'em long, I cut 'em fat (what)
I prepare things perfectly
I keep 'em comin' back (what), we keep 'em comin' back
My customers keep returning
I'm in the distribution, I'm like Atlantic
I distribute things like a big company
I got them motherfuckers flyin' 'cross the Atlantic
My products are in high demand internationally
I know Pablo, Noreaga, the real Noreaga
I'm connected to powerful people in the drug world
He owe me a hundred favors
I have many people who owe me favors
I ain't petty nigga, we buy the whole thang
I spend big money on things
See most of my niggas really still deal cocaine
My associates are still involved in drug dealing
My roof back, my money right
I'm wealthy and living the good life
I'm on the pedal, show you what I'm runnin' like
I'm working hard and making progress
When they snatched black I cried for a hundred nights
I was upset when my friend got arrested
He got a hundred bodies, servin' a hundred lifes
My friend was involved in many illegal activities
We never steal cars, but we deal hard
We're not car thieves, but we're involved in serious business
Whip it real hard whip it whip it real hard
We work very hard
I caught a charge, I caught a charge
I've been arrested
Ain't bout no funny shit still bitches and business
I'm all about serious business
I'm on my money shit still whippin' them Benz's
I'm making money and still driving nice cars
Major league who catchin' because I'm pitchin'
I'm very successful in my business
Jose Canseco just snitchin' because he's fiend ish
Even famous people are involved in illegal activities
I feed 'em steriods to strengthen up all my chickens
I use illegal methods to make my business more successful
They flyin' over Pacific to be specific
My products are being shipped internationally
Triple C's you know it's fat we holdin' sacks
My crew is successful and holding lots of money
So nigga go on rat, run and tell 'em that
I don't care if someone snitches on me
Mo' cars, mo' hoes, mo' clothes, mo blows
I have lots of material possessions and make lots of money
It's time to spend my thrills custom spinnin' wheels
I'm going to enjoy my success by splurging on fancy things
I ain't drove in a week them bitches spinnin' still
My fancy cars are still spinning even if I haven't driven them in a while
Talk about me 'cause these suckers scared to talk about me
People are afraid to talk about me because of my power
Killers chalkin' bout me, it ain't no talk about me
Even dangerous people are talking about me
It ain't no walkin' 'round me, see all these killers 'round me
I'm always surrounded by dangerous people
Lot of drug dealin' 'round me goin' down in Dade County
There are lots of illegal activities happening around me
Don't tote no twenty-twos, Magnum cost me twenty-two
I don't carry weapons, I can afford things like a Magnum
Sat it on them twenty-twos, birds go for twenty-two
I'm transporting drugs and they're worth a lot of money
Lil' mama super thick, she say she twenty-two
I'm involved with a young woman who is attractive
She seen them twenty-twos, we in room two twenty-two
The woman saw the drugs and we're in room 222
I touch work like I'm Convertible Burt
I'm very successful in my business like the famous car dealer Burt Reynolds
I got distribution so I'm convertin' the work
I have connections to distribute drugs and make money off of them
In the M-I-A-YO, them niggas rich off yayo
In Miami, people are making lots of money off of cocaine
Steady slangin' yayo, my Chevy bangin' heyo
I'm busy selling cocaine and driving a nice car
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Sentric Music, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Andrew Harr, Jermaine Jackson, William Roberts
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