Don't Get It Twisted
2Pac / Thug Life Lyrics


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Just 'cause a nigga calm an' he got style
Don't think I won't flip and
Don't pull your file
But I got enough bullshit to deal with
I'm rollin' with the thugs so
You must be on drugs to the head
Go get your ass break down
Broken half lately
I've been feelin' like a motherfuckin' psychopath
And if you got beef best leave it in the freezer
I'm no joke
Mopreme straight loc'd
And you could get smoked
Your hooker, she can get stroked
And all of that
And later be back for your motherfuckin' dope sack
Kid, it ain't the type of day to play grownup
Don't get your ass sewn up
Why you leakin' on my blown out?
Hey, you're mixed up like a bowl of nuts (uh)
You fucked around and got it twisted up
Boy, don't get it twisted

(You know who you're fuckin' with?)
Don't get it twisted, don't get it twisted
Don't get it twisted, don't get it twisted
(You know who you're fuckin' with?)
Don't get it twisted, don't get it twisted
Don't get it twisted, don't get it twisted

It's the Macadoshis comin' from the dark side
The parkside where the O.G's hoo ride
Ain't nothin' but killas in the park
As many niggas lost they heart
When my gat sparks
I'll bust a cap in that ass
Don't get it twisted
When I'm on a mission, niggas come up missin'
You bustas gettin' disciplined
And you're comin' up short on your life
When I split you with this MAC-10
When it's on, it's on
Fuck it
I'm makin' niggas kick the bucket when I jack 'em for they duckets
Ain't no thing to let my shit spit
You on my shit list, punk, you got a death wish
I tried to warn you but you missed it
You should have listened motherfucker, when I said
Don't get it twisted

(You know who you're fuckin' with?)
Don't get it twisted, don't get it twisted
Don't get it twisted, don't get it twisted
Don't get it twisted (You know who you're fuckin' with?)
Don't get it twisted

Niggas got problems 'bout gettin' shit twisted
They need to stay the fuck out of grown folks business
Kids get a kick out of bumpin' they big lips
But don't front on shit an' won't no shit be started, uh
'Cause I'm a cold-hearted rider straight thuggin'
That's influenced by the streets
Never love nobody but my heat
East side brothers don't hear me though
They'd rather get shit twisted and gossip like hoes
Bitch made ass niggas, what I call 'em
Couldn't bust a grape if they wanted
They're soft like Charmin
But I don't sweat varmints
I stomp 'em with my black boots
Just a one-day murder
On the motherfuckin' Rudy blue
I snatch ya souls up
Ain't a damn thing funny when I spray your ass with my tongue
And your mommy can't save you now
'Cause you done got twisted up
For fuckin' with a killa

(You know who you're fuckin' with?)
Don't get it twisted, don't get it twisted
Don't get it twisted, don't get it twisted
(You know who you're fuckin' with?)
Don't get it twisted, don't get it twisted
Don't get it twisted, don't get it twisted, nigga
(You know who you're fuckin' with?)
Don't get it twisted
Don't get it twisted
(You know who you're fuckin' with?)
Don't get it twisted
Don't get it twisted
(You know who you're fuckin' with?)
Don't get it twisted
Don't get it twisted
(You know who you're fuckin' with?)
Don't get it twisted
Don't get it twisted
(You know who you're fuckin' with?)
Don't get it twisted
Don't get it twisted
(You know who you're fuckin' with?)
Don't get it twisted
Don't get it twisted




(You know who you're fuckin' with?)
(You know who you're fuckin' with?)

Overall Meaning

The song "Don't Get It Twisted" by 2Pac / Thug Life is a warning to anyone who underestimates the strength and capability of gang members. The song begins with the lyrics, "Just 'cause a nigga calm an' he got style / Don't think I won't flip." This line implies that just because someone appears calm and collected on the surface, they may still be a dangerous and violent individual capable of drastic actions. The song then goes on to warn anyone who attempts to provoke or test the gang's strength, stating "Don't get your ass sewn up" and "when I'm on a mission, niggas come up missin'". The lyrics are aggressive and confrontational, warning those who may be tempted to cross these gang members.


Throughout the song, there is a sense of pride in being part of this gang, with lines like "I'm rollin' with the thugs" and "It's the Macadoshis comin' from the dark side". The gang members in this song appear to be confident and unafraid to take on anyone who crosses their path. This theme is reinforced in the chorus, where the lyrics "Don't get it twisted" repeat atop a heavy beat.


Overall, the message of the song is clear: those who cross this particular gang should expect to face severe consequences. The song paints a picture of gang members who will stop at nothing to protect their turf and will actively seek out anyone who challenges their authority.


Line by Line Meaning

Just 'cause a nigga calm an' he got style
Don't mistake my calm demeanor and style for weakness.


Don't think I won't flip and
I have a dark side and I'm not afraid to use it.


Don't pull your file
Don't try to dig up dirt on me or cross me in any way.


But I got enough bullshit to deal with
I have enough problems in my life and I don't need any more drama.


I'm rollin' with the thugs so
I am associated with a gang and I am not to be messed with.


You must be on drugs to the head
You must be out of your mind to mess with me.


Go get your ass break down
You will face severe consequences if you cross me.


Broken half lately
I have been feeling very angry and violent recently.


I've been feelin' like a motherfuckin' psychopath
I feel like I am losing my sanity and I am capable of doing terrible things.


And if you got beef best leave it in the freezer
If you have a problem with me, it's best to keep it to yourself and not escalate the situation.


I'm no joke
I am not someone to be messed with and I am not playing around.


Mopreme straight loc'd
My gang member Mopreme is very tough and dangerous.


And you could get smoked
You could get killed if you cross me.


Your hooker, she can get stroked
Even your girlfriend/prostitute is not off-limits to me.


And all of that
All of these things apply to you if you try to test me.


And later be back for your motherfuckin' dope sack
I will not only hurt you, but I will also take your drugs/money/resources.


Kid, it ain't the type of day to play grownup
It's not a good idea to try to act tough or challenge me today.


Don't get your ass sewn up
Don't get yourself hurt or killed by crossing me.


Why you leakin' on my blown out?
Why are you bleeding on my property/around me?


Hey, you're mixed up like a bowl of nuts (uh)
You're confused and have it all wrong.


You fucked around and got it twisted up
You messed with the wrong person and now you're in trouble.


Boy, don't get it twisted
Don't misunderstand or underestimate me.


(You know who you're fuckin' with?)
Do you understand the danger you're putting yourself in?


It's the Macadoshis comin' from the dark side
My gang, the Macadoshis, comes from the dangerous, violent part of town.


The parkside where the O.G's hoo ride
We hang out in the park where the older gangsters cruise around.


Ain't nothin' but killas in the park
The park is full of dangerous people like me.


As many niggas lost they heart
Many people have lost their lives in this park.


When my gat sparks
When I fire my gun.


I'll bust a cap in that ass
I will shoot you if you cross me.


When I'm on a mission, niggas come up missin'
If I have a goal, people who oppose or anger me tend to disappear or get hurt.


You bustas gettin' disciplined
Those who mess with me or my gang will face punishment.


And you're comin' up short on your life
You will lose your life if you mess with me.


When I split you with this MAC-10
When I shoot you with my MAC-10 gun.


When it's on, it's on
When there is a problem, it can escalate quickly.


Fuck it
I don't care anymore.


I'm makin' niggas kick the bucket when I jack 'em for they duckets
I kill people and rob them of their money.


Ain't no thing to let my shit spit
I have no problem pulling the trigger on my gun.


You on my shit list, punk, you got a death wish
You're in trouble and it seems like you want to die.


I tried to warn you but you missed it
I warned you to stay away from me, but you didn't listen.


You should have listened motherfucker, when I said
You made a mistake by not taking my threats seriously.


Niggas got problems 'bout gettin' shit twisted
People have a tendency to misunderstand or misinterpret things I say or do.


They need to stay the fuck out of grown folks business
They should mind their own business and stay away from me.


Kids get a kick out of bumpin' they big lips
People like to talk and spread rumors, especially young people.


But don't front on shit an' won't no shit be started, uh
Don't try to act tough or start something with me if you don't want trouble.


'Cause I'm a cold-hearted rider straight thuggin'
I am a tough, ruthless gang member who shows no mercy.


That's influenced by the streets
My behavior is shaped by my experiences growing up in a rough neighborhood.


Never love nobody but my heat
I only trust my gun and no one else.


East side brothers don't hear me though
People from my side of town don't always listen to me.


They'd rather get shit twisted and gossip like hoes
They prefer to spread rumors and talk about other people than mind their own business and stay out of trouble.


Bitch made ass niggas, what I call 'em
I call weak, cowardly people names like 'bitch' because they can't handle confrontation.


Couldn't bust a grape if they wanted
They are so weak they couldn't even throw a grape, let alone start a fight.


They're soft like Charmin
They are very weak and soft, like the texture of Charmin toilet paper.


But I don't sweat varmints
I don't worry about weak people or petty things that don't matter to me.


I stomp 'em with my black boots
I will hurt or kill those I consider weak or beneath me.


Just a one-day murder
Killing someone is a normal, everyday occurrence for me.


On the motherfuckin' Rudy blue
On the street or in public places where I feel comfortable acting out.


I snatch ya souls up
I kill people and take their lives away from them.


Ain't a damn thing funny when I spray your ass with my tongue
It's not funny when I insult, threaten or hurt someone verbally or with my gun.


And your mommy can't save you now
No one can save you from me and the danger I pose.


'Cause you done got twisted up
You messed up by crossing me and now you're in trouble.


For fuckin' with a killa
You're in trouble because you messed with someone who is capable of killing you.


(You know who you're fuckin' with?)
Do you understand the kind of person you're dealing with?




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: James D. Gass, Tupac Amaru Shakur

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Comments from YouTube:

@topjefe5521

love this album ppl thought 2pac was out his mind when he made this group haha jokes on them!!!

@alexfialk

One of the best albums on the planet!!! Pac for life!!!!!!

@emiliothechicano3231

2pac broke this group apart because there was a buch of snakes in it he hadn't realized it until he got shot. Listen to the Vibe interview he made. He talks about how he killed Thug Life and gave birth to The Outlaws. This is why I don't like this song or any song in this album that doesn't have 2pac in it. I like to listen to real people rapping not studio gangsters..

@topjefe5521

@@emiliothechicano3231 yeah u right but he was mostly talking bout big scretch the other 2 was locked up big syke was the only one good at the time so I think he was like fuck it I'm done with this thug shit I know if he lived they would've made up pac is my dog but y'all Kno his attitude nd he was young asf. Just my opinion

@BBD415

Lowkey he didnt even make the groups. The label wanted to make a group out of them

@GoGetYourShinebox

It’s said Tupac was sick of Mopreme by 1996 because he was drinking too much and acting a fool. Pac even allowed Suge’s Piru goons to beat Mopreme up, strip him and throw him out the building.

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@JoseDMendez

so raw and full of anger and emotion and lyrics. real hip hop. 

@RicoGabriel27

Jose Mendez it's rap

@Sly_Bacon

my exact thaughts

@nellatl

@@RicoGabriel27 it's hip hop and rap.

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