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Dope Peddler
2 Chainz Lyrics


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Every evening you will find him around our neighbourhood.
It's the old dope peddler, that we know by doing good

Started off with a OZ
End up riding fo' deep
Pull up to that club like muthaufckin ho you don't know me
I said I pull up to that club like muthafuckin ho you don't know me
Started off with a OZ
End up riding fo' deep
Started off with a OZ
End up riding fo' deep
Pull up to that club like muthaufckin' ho you don't know me

I said I pull up to that club like muthafuckin' ho you don't know me
Most of my niggas got gold teeth
Most of my bitches got tattoos
Most of my niggas think cash rules
And I mess up hair dos like it's a pair of shoes
And I need a pair of shoes when I'm up there
I'm in the trap 'cause I work there

Started off with a OZ
End up riding fo' deep
Pull up to that club like muthaufckin ho you don't know me
I said I pull up to that club like muthafuckin ho you don't know me
Started off with a OZ
End up riding fo' deep
Started off with a OZ
End up riding fo' deep
Pull up to that club like muthaufckin' ho you don't know me

When the shades of night are falling,
Comes a fellow everyone knows.
It's the old dope peddler, spreading joy wherever he goes

See what these bitches looking like
Stick in all crooked like
Louie V is my kyrptonite
Take ya bitch and I give her back
Give her this and I give her that
Fine wine and lobster tail
Candle light and Kristette Michelle
Look at the pussy and play kiss and tell
Fix her hair then fix her nails
Even pay a few bills
Way I'm running shit man I should have a shoe deal
And my whole crew ill
Pockets on fat burger
Going so hard you'd think I mixed the Viagra with the Soda
Staying focused, it's Yolla Hill
Black and white ice polar bear
You hold her hand and I hold her hair
I pull her close and put it there

Started off with a OZ
End up riding fo' deep
Pull up to that club like muthaufckin ho you don't know me
I said I pull up to that club like muthafuckin ho you don't know me
Started off with a OZ
End up riding fo' deep
Started off with a OZ
End up riding fo' deep
Pull up to that club like muthaufckin' ho you don't know me

When the shades of night are falling,
Comes a fellow everyone knows.
It's the old dope peddler, spreading joy wherever he goes

End up riding fo' deep
Muthafuckin' ho you don't know me
Muthafuckin' ho you don't know me
End up riding fo' deep

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to 2 Chainz's "Dope Peddler" describe the life of a drug dealer who operates in the rapper's neighbourhood. The first verse mentions seeing the "old dope peddler" around the area every evening, but also suggests that the character is known for doing good which adds a layer of complexity to the idea of a drug dealer. The second verse describes the singer starting off with just an ounce of drugs but ending up with a car full of people heading to a club where he asserts himself as someone who shouldn't be messed with. He describes the appearance of his friends as having gold teeth and tattoos and valuing cash and asserts that he messes up hairdos like shoes, showing his lack of regard for women. The chorus is repeated twice and serves as the anchor for the song. The third verse further describes the singer's lifestyle by juxtaposing luxury items and experiences with the more criminal aspects of his life. He mentions fine wine, lobster tail, and Kristette Michelle (likely referring to R&B singer Chrisette Michele) in the same line as admitting to disclosing intimate details about women he has slept with. He also alludes to possibly engaging in domestic abuse by suggesting that he pays his partners' bills as if to make up for it.


Overall, the lyrics to "Dope Peddler" paint a picture of a gritty and dangerous world where drug dealers can be both feared and revered, and where acts of violence and misogyny are perpetuated alongside luxurious excesses. The character of the old dope peddler is given a complex treatment as he is described as someone who also brings joy to the neighbourhood. This suggests that there may be more to him than just his drug peddling and begs the question - is it possible to separate the good and bad aspects of a person's actions?


Line by Line Meaning

Every evening you will find him around our neighbourhood.
The dope peddler is a regular fixture in the neighborhood, and people know him for his good deeds.


Started off with a OZ
The dope peddler began his business by selling small quantities of drugs.


End up riding fo' deep
As his business grows, the dope peddler travels with a larger group of people.


Pull up to that club like muthaufckin ho you don't know me
The dope peddler arrives at the club in a flashy way, not caring what anyone thinks.


I said I pull up to that club like muthafuckin ho you don't know me
The dope peddler reiterates how he arrives at the club, making it clear that he does not care about others' opinions of him.


Most of my niggas got gold teeth
Many of the dope peddler's associates have gold teeth, a symbol of their success and wealth.


Most of my bitches got tattoos
Many of the women who associate with the dope peddler have tattoos.


Most of my niggas think cash rules
The dope peddler's associates believe that money is the most important thing in life.


And I mess up hair dos like it's a pair of shoes
The dope peddler is so successful that he can afford to ruin hairstyles without any repercussions.


And I need a pair of shoes when I'm up there
The dope peddler needs new shoes to maintain his stylish image when he is out in public.


I'm in the trap 'cause I work there
The dope peddler is not just a drug dealer, but also a hard worker who is dedicated to his business.


When the shades of night are falling,
As the evening sets in,


Comes a fellow everyone knows.
People in the neighborhood recognize the dope peddler and know him well.


It's the old dope peddler, spreading joy wherever he goes
Despite his illegal business, the dope peddler brings happiness to people wherever he goes.


See what these bitches looking like
The dope peddler takes notice of the attractive women around him.


Stick in all crooked like
The dope peddler observes that some women have crooked hairstyles.


Louie V is my kyrptonite
The dope peddler has a weakness for Louis Vuitton products.


Take ya bitch and I give her back
The dope peddler takes someone's girlfriend and returns her later as a favor.


Give her this and I give her that
The dope peddler spoils his female companions with gifts and attention.


Fine wine and lobster tail
The dope peddler enjoys the finer things in life, such as expensive wine and fine foods.


Candle light and Kristette Michelle
The dope peddler enjoys romantic moments with a specific woman named Kristette Michelle.


Look at the pussy and play kiss and tell
The dope peddler talks about his sexual encounters with women.


Fix her hair then fix her nails
The dope peddler treats his female companions to beauty treatments like fixing their hair and nails.


Even pay a few bills
The dope peddler is generous with his money and even helps pay bills for the women in his life.


Way I'm running shit man I should have a shoe deal
The dope peddler is so successful in his business that he should have his own shoe line.


And my whole crew ill
The dope peddler's associates are also successful and wealthy.


Pockets on fat burger
The dope peddler's pockets are very full with money.


Going so hard you'd think I mixed the Viagra with the Soda
The dope peddler is working so hard that it seems like he mixed Viagra (a sexual enhancement drug) with his soda (drink) to keep going.


Staying focused, it's Yolla Hill
The dope peddler remains focused on his business, even when faced with obstacles like Yolla Hill (a challenging location).


Black and white ice polar bear
The dope peddler wears a black and white diamond-studded necklace in the shape of a polar bear.


You hold her hand and I hold her hair
The dope peddler's aggressive nature is highlighted by the contrast between holding hands (normal) and holding hair (more violent).


I pull her close and put it there
The dope peddler is confident in his ability to satisfy women sexually.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: SHONDRAE CRAWFORD, TAUHEED EPPS, SONTI BROWN

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