Follow Us
Big Boi Lyrics
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I tune in to your satellite radio or FM station
I've been patiently waiting to weigh in
Been under construction for two years
But now it's 'bout that time I double-dutch my way in
Left foot, right foot, steppin' over biters
It's like the game is haunted 'cause there's so many ghostwriters
Me, see, I'm a lifer with supply that may seem endless
Straight rider like a biker on a chopper with a hit list
Witness the nigga that spit that vicious
Pit bull attack shit when it comes to this rap shit
Daddy Fat Sax, bitch, follow us
Follow us, now
Try to all the way, now
It's not another let down
Got somethin' to say right now
Follow us, now
Try to all the way, now
It's not another let down
Got somethin' to say right now
I know some of y'all done wrote a nigga off
Like the leases on these cars and these homes you niggas thought
You stayed in, with so many bosses, why are they still
Layin niggas off they job? Nigga, for real?
Gon' give a nigga a gig then
Help a brother get up out this pigpen
But nobody wants to keep it pimpin' or a hundred and ten
So with this pen I begin to illustrate from within, boy (boy)
Paint a pretty picture like I'm chilling with my friends
Everybody's got a pocket full of ends to spend
See Picasso couldn't blend, put it all together or fit in
I'm like a crocodile walkin' 'round with alligator skin
Yes I'm is the product of the ghetto where I lived
Call me Spongebob, boy, soaked up game as a little bitty kid
And never been a lame, before the fame I was the shit
And now I'm just Big, ya dig?
Follow us, now
Try to all the way, now
It's not another let down
Got somethin' to say right now
Follow us, now
Try to all the way, now
It's not another let down
Got somethin' to say right now
Why don't you come and find out
What this is all about?
I will only say this once
So come and follow us
See we not even gonna play with 'em either
We gon' la-la-lay it down every fucking time we see 'em
Make the club get crunk, yeah, we them type of people
But wait, it's not a sequel, no wait, it's BB's prequel
The beginnin' before the beginnin', spend it how you spend it
Then, if you sell dope nigga stack it when you get it
Can't trick it, or spend it until it's gone
That's slippery business homes, go get you a business loan
Come on
Follow us, now
Try to all the way, now
It's not another let down
Got somethin' to say right now
Follow us, now
Try to all the way, now
It's not another let down
Got somethin' to say right now
Now I lay you niggas down
You already sleep so bitch rest in eternal peace
You still scared of the Boogeyman?
I know you hatin' but you know you was a 'Kast and a Goodie fan
Ain't no nightlight, it's lights out
I put these lyrics up your ass so far you never get the mic out
I know who you wanna sound like
With that Fruity Loop bullshit, fuck nigga night-night
In Big Boi's song "Follow Us," he boasts about his skills as a rapper and his ability to reach audiences through various mediums. He mentions how he can easily tune in to someone's radio or get played on a station, showing his connection to the media industry. He also discusses his enduring presence in the rap game and his ability to spit fierce lyrics. Big Boi asserts that he is not a "let down" like other rappers who talk a big game but fail to deliver. He also takes aim at those who have written him off and asserts his status as a boss in the industry.
In addition to this, the song touches on the struggles of being a rapper and navigating the industry. Big Boi talks about the difficulty of getting a gig, the discrepancy between bosses and those who are laid off, and the importance of stacking money to fund a business. He also references his upbringing in the ghetto and how he soaked up game from a young age, both in and out of the rap industry.
Overall, "Follow Us" is a song about the challenges and triumphs of being a rapper, and Big Boi's confidence and expertise in the game. It also showcases his remarkable ability to weave technically complex lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
With one stroke of the pen
I quickly tune in to my desired music station
I've been patiently waiting to weigh in
I have been waiting for the right opportunity to present my ideas
Been under construction for two years
I have been working on my craft for a long time, constantly improving
But now it's 'bout that time I double-dutch my way in
It is time for me to enter the scene with confidence and skill
Left foot, right foot, steppin' over biters
I am leaving behind those who imitated my style and surpassed them
It's like the game is haunted 'cause there's so many ghostwriters
The rap industry is filled with people who use ghostwriters and do not create their own material
Me, see, I'm a lifer with supply that may seem endless
I am someone who is committed to rap for life and can continue to create new material
Straight rider like a biker on a chopper with a hit list
I am a tough and skilled rapper who has a list of targets
Witness the nigga that spit that vicious
Observe me, who delivers powerful lyrics
Pit bull attack shit when it comes to this rap shit
I am aggressive and dominant when it comes to rapping
Daddy Fat Sax, bitch, follow us
I am a respected rapper, so follow my lead and listen to my music
I know some of y'all done wrote a nigga off
Some people have dismissed me or underestimated me
Like the leases on these cars and these homes you niggas thought
Like the temporary agreements that some people make with cars and homes, they thought I would be temporary as well
You stayed in, with so many bosses, why are they still
Despite working with powerful people, why are they still struggling?
Layin niggas off they job? Nigga, for real?
People in charge are still laying people off and it is concerning
Gon' give a nigga a gig then
Offer me a job then
Help a brother get up out this pigpen
Assist me in leaving my current situation
But nobody wants to keep it pimpin' or a hundred and ten
Nobody wants to keep it true or authentic
So with this pen I begin to illustrate from within, boy (boy)
Therefore, I use my pen to express my true thoughts and feelings
Paint a pretty picture like I'm chilling with my friends
I am able to create a vivid and pleasant picture with my lyrics
Everybody's got a pocket full of ends to spend
Everyone has money to spend
See Picasso couldn't blend, put it all together or fit in
Even Picasso would not be able to put together and blend the diverse elements I bring to my music
I'm like a crocodile walkin' 'round with alligator skin
I am rugged and tough, like a crocodile with tough skin
Yes I'm is the product of the ghetto where I lived
I am a product of the ghetto, where I grew up
Call me Spongebob, boy, soaked up game as a little bitty kid
I have been absorbing knowledge and experience since childhood, like a sponge
And never been a lame, before the fame I was the shit
Even before I gained fame, I was already very skilled and respected
And now I'm just Big, ya dig?
Now that I have achieved success, just call me Big
Why don't you come and find out
I challenge you to come and discover what I am about
What this is all about?
What my music and message represents
I will only say this once
This is an important message and it will only be said once
So come and follow us
Join us and listen to our music and message
See we not even gonna play with 'em either
We have no interest in playing games with our competition
We gon' la-la-lay it down every fucking time we see 'em
We will always bring our best and dominate when we encounter our competition
Make the club get crunk, yeah, we them type of people
We are able to make the crowd excited and party, we are those type of performers
But wait, it's not a sequel, no wait, it's BB's prequel
This is not a sequel, this is actually a prequel to our previous work
The beginnin' before the beginnin', spend it how you spend it
This is the beginning before our previously known beginning, use your resources how you see fit
Then, if you sell dope nigga stack it when you get it
If you come up, make sure you invest wisely and stack your money
Can't trick it, or spend it until it's gone
Money cannot be tricked, and should not be spent carelessly
That's slippery business homes, go get you a business loan
Being irresponsible with your money can lead to trouble, it is better to get a business loan
Now I lay you niggas down
I am surpassing and defeating my competition
You already sleep so bitch rest in eternal peace
You are not even awake to fight so rest in peace, defeated
You still scared of the Boogeyman?
Are you still afraid of me, the dominant rapper?
I know you hatin' but you know you was a 'Kast and a Goodie fan
I know you hate on me, but I also know you were a fan of my group and associates
Ain't no nightlight, it's lights out
There is no light at the end of the tunnel, it is over for my competition
I put these lyrics up your ass so far you never get the mic out
My lyrics are so powerful that they subdue my competition and leave them unable to perform
I know who you wanna sound like
I know that my competition is trying to imitate me
With that Fruity Loop bullshit, fuck nigga night-night
I do not respect those who use Fruity Loops to make music, they are not real musicians
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: NEIL GARRARD, ANTWAN PATTON, SALAAM REMI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@aaron36717
Still love this song 11 years later! 🔥💯
@yuppieMa
B.I.G B.O.I u all must respect that name
@Alkhir69
Big Boi is the most underrated rapper in the world. Best album of the year.
@alejandrososa3472
this album
believe from 2009 was bomb ass
@belak1551
"Left foot, right foot stepping over biters, the game must be haunted because there's so many ghostwriters." That's some cold shit.
@SwissMarksman
I wonder if Andrè 3k tainted him with some of his lyrics.
@belak1551
SwissMarksman I don’t know. Big boi was always good in his own way. But i mean they probably influenced each other.
@user-ug4vg2qf3h
Still the truth!
@mattblanks2415
The scenes are hilarious 😂. The last one with the mom's at the bus stop 🤣. I'm dead
@blaxsmith
..that second verse is STUUUUUUUUPID DOPE FRESH