Run Tha Streetz
2Pac feat. Michel'le Mutah & Storm Lyrics


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You can run the streets with your thugs (ayo Storm)
I'll be waitin' for you (honestly, I think I can fuck with a motherfucka like you)
Until you get through
I'll be waitin' (see, I don't like a motherfucka that be all on me and shit)
(All up under a nigga)
You can run the streets with your thugs (tellin' me where I can go)
I'll be waitin' for you (can she go with me? when I'm comin' home)
Until you get through (and all that ol' crazy shit)
I'll be waitin' (the type of life I live)

Now peep it, here go the secret on how to keep a playa
Some love makin' and homecookin', I'll see you later
It don't take a lot to keep a nigga hard
Must be a lady in the light but real freaky in the dark
Plus I got some enemies, baby, hold my pistol
And wrap your arms around a nigga every time I kiss you
Can you visualize the picture, me and you in ecstasy
Don't be upset, it's good sex, when you next to me
Do you wanna test me, put your tired head on my chest
A thug nigga's in the house, now you can rest
I betcha never screamed a nigga's whole name out
And felt the pleasure and the pain
About to fuck the very taste out your mouth
If you call me when you need me
1-800-Skypage, when you wanna see me
'Cause I can be your man
And, baby, you can be my lady
But you gotta give a nigga space or you'll drive me crazy
Run the streets

You can run the streets with your thugs (yo 'Pac)
I'll be waitin' for you (you know I'm sixteen strong behind you boo)
Until you get through (but I gotta do what I gotta do)
I'll be waitin' (I gotta run the streets, you know?)

You can run the streets with your thugs (I ain't no clean-up, woman)
I'll be waitin' for you (type ho)
Until you get through (you know?)
I'll be waitin'

Now me and you was cool
But I ain't the one to play the fool
Can't make no money in bed
So ain't no future fuckin' you, I ain't the bitch to love ya
Can't do a damn thang for you, if you ain't about money
Nine outta ten, I'll ignore you, it's a man's world
But real women make the shit go 'round
Disrespect and I clown the type of bitch to throw down
Throw up the block 'cause nothin' stops my chips
I boss play you with this, then twist you lame tricks
Holler if you understand my plan, ladies
Fuck havin' babies by them shady ass niggas swearin' he can save me
My strategy's official
Checkin' ya pockets while I tongue kiss ya
Soft as tissue
So my next issue is 'how to diss you ?'
They call me Storm from the day I was born
I been known to break the coldest motherfucker, 'til his hearts warm
I ain't never been the type to wait at home alone
Just 'cause we bone, don't mean you own me, nigga, I'm grown

You can run the streets with your thugs (hahahah, yeah, nigga)
I'll be waitin' for you (let a nigga hang out with the homies, you know, baby)
Until you get through (ay, a nigga that hang out more)
I'll be waitin' (will come home and love you better)

You can run the streets with your thugs (you feel me, sweetheart? let that nigga be free)
I'll be waitin' for you (don't have that nigga all up under you)
Until you get through (let him run with his niggas)
(Let the nigga run the street, boo)
I'll be waitin' (let him run the streets)

I'd rather run the streets to make some mail
And to put the game down tight
For these gamin' bitches could get it right
It might be a plan that I'm choosen
Don't get in confusion
Because I'm known for showin' examples how I do it
Thinkin' I'm new to this, because I'm younger
We'll only leave you suspicious and to wonder
And at the end I make a come up
Nigga, was raised up off of M.O.B
Fetti over somethin', that's tellin' me don't run the streets

So tell me am I wrong?
For tryin' to communicate through a song
I'm up early in the mornin', by sunrise I'll be gone
All my homies is waitin' for me
Plottin' on plans that we made and all the fun that it's gonna be
So meet me at 3
And don't be late, nigga
We hangin' out all night while drinkin' straight liquor
I heard it's poppin' at a club
But they say I can't get in
'Cause I'm dressed like a thug, until I die
I'll be game related
Got me strivin' for a million, stayin' motivated
Now that we made it
It's a battle just for the big money
I'm livin' wild, no smiles, 'cause ain't a thing funny
I came up hungry, just a lil' nigga, tryin' to make it
I only got one chance, so I gotta take it
You never know when it's all gonna happen
The rappin' or the drugs
But until then give me love
And let me run the streets

You can run the streets with your thugs (let a nigga run the streets, boo)
I'll be waitin' for you (page me, hahaha)
Until you get through (I'll call you back)
I'll be waitin' (just let hang with my niggas, why you actin' like that Michel'le?)

You can run the streets with your thugs (huh?)
I'll be waitin' for you (you a nigga wanna kick it with his homeboys and shit)
Until you get through (I told you I was comin' back later on, right?)
(Oh, so you don't believe a nigga?)
I'll be waitin' (just cook for a nigga)

You can run the streets with your thugs (please)
I'll be waitin' for you (make some of that shit you made last week)
Until you get through (some of them ribs and shit, I'll be back through later tonight)
I'll be waitin' (I'ma have some weed)
(We finna drink some Hennessy and some Alizé)

You can run the streets with your thugs (we finna eat that food, smoke a lil' blunt)
I'll be waitin' for you (lay up in the bed)
Until you get through (watch umm, Jay Leno or somethin')
I'll be waitin' (then after that? shit, we could do whatever comes to mind, baby)

You can run the streets with your thugs (just let a nigga run with the homies)
I'll be waitin' for you (let me go kick it with my niggas, when I come back)
Until you get through (I'll be all yours)
I'll be waitin' (for real)

You can run the streets with your thugs
I'll be waitin' for you
Until you get through
I'll be waitin'

You can run the streets with your thugs
I'll be waitin' for you
Until you get through
I'll be waitin'





You can run the streets with your thugs

Overall Meaning

"Run Tha Streetz" by 2Pac feat. Michel'le Mutah & Storm is a song about balancing the street life with a personal relationship. Throughout the track, the rappers explain that they need to occasionally run the streets with their thug friends, but they will always come back to their loved ones. They also address the importance of honesty and giving each other space.


The first verse is by Storm, who explains that she doesn't want to be suffocated by a partner who is always on her case. She suggests that some love making and home cooking can keep a man satisfied while he's out running the streets. But, she also asserts that she's not just going to sit at home waiting for him. Instead, she asserts her independence and reminds him that she's still her own person.


The second verse is by 2Pac, who explains that he needs his friends sometimes and that a good partner should understand that. He suggests that she hold onto his pistol to show her loyalty, and he promises to be there for her sexually when he's around. He also suggests that women can make things happen in the world but warns not to disrespect him because he'll retaliate.


Overall, "Run Tha Streetz" is a song about the challenges of balancing personal relationships with the street life. The rappers suggest that good communication and independence are keys to making it work.


Line by Line Meaning

You can run the streets with your thugs
You have the freedom to roam the streets with your group of friends


I'll be waitin' for you
I will patiently wait for your return


Until you get through
Until you finish whatever you need to do


I'll be waitin'
I will continue waiting


(All up under a nigga)
(Always being too clingy and possessive)


You can run the streets with your thugs
You are free to hang out with your crew


I'll be waitin' for you
I'll be patiently anticipating your return


Until you get through
Until you finish whatever you're doing


I'll be waitin'
I will keep waiting


Now peep it, here go the secret on how to keep a playa
Now listen closely, I will share the secret on how to maintain a player's interest


Some love makin' and homecookin', I'll see you later
Through intimate moments and delicious meals, I will show my affection


It don't take a lot to keep a nigga hard
It doesn't require much effort to keep a man interested and aroused


Must be a lady in the light but real freaky in the dark
You should appear classy and elegant in public, but be adventurous and wild in private


Plus I got some enemies, baby, hold my pistol
Since I have enemies, please carry my weapon for protection


And wrap your arms around a nigga every time I kiss you
Embrace me tightly whenever we share a kiss


Can you visualize the picture, me and you in ecstasy
Can you imagine the image of us together, experiencing extreme pleasure


Don't be upset, it's good sex, when you next to me
Don't be angry, our sexual encounters are satisfying when we're together


Do you wanna test me, put your tired head on my chest
If you want to challenge me, lay your weary head on my chest


A thug nigga's in the house, now you can rest
As a gangster, I'm here to protect you, so you can relax


I betcha never screamed a nigga's whole name out
I'm willing to bet you've never passionately called out someone's full name before


And felt the pleasure and the pain
And experienced both pleasure and pain


About to fuck the very taste out your mouth
I'm about to have sex with you so intensely that it will leave a lasting impression


If you call me when you need me
If you reach out to me when you require my assistance


1-800-Skypage, when you wanna see me
Use the pager number 1-800-Skypage to contact me and arrange a meeting


'Cause I can be your man
Because I can fulfill the role of your partner


And, baby, you can be my lady
And, baby, you can be my woman


But you gotta give a nigga space or you'll drive me crazy
But you need to allow me some freedom or else I'll become frustrated


Now me and you was cool
I thought we had a good relationship


But I ain't the one to play the fool
But I won't be taken advantage of or deceived


Can't make no money in bed
I can't earn any money by staying in bed


So ain't no future fuckin' you
So there's no point in continuing a sexual relationship


I ain't the bitch to love ya
I'm not the type of woman who will love you deeply


Can't do a damn thang for you, if you ain't about money
I can't do anything meaningful for you if you're not focused on making money


Nine outta ten, I'll ignore you
Most of the time, I will disregard you


It's a man's world
This world is dominated by men


But real women make the shit go 'round
However, true women are the ones who make things happen


Disrespect and I clown the type of bitch to throw down
If disrespected, I will retaliate aggressively, demonstrating that I'm not someone to mess with


Throw up the block 'cause nothin' stops my chips
Defend my territory and protect my money at all costs


I boss play you with this, then twist you lame tricks
I manipulate you with my commanding presence, then deceive you with your own weak tricks


Holler if you understand my plan, ladies
Raise your voices if you comprehend my strategy, women


Fuck havin' babies by them shady ass niggas swearin' he can save me
I have no interest in having children with untrustworthy men who falsely claim they can rescue me


My strategy's official
My approach is well thought out and effective


Checkin' ya pockets while I tongue kiss ya
I discreetly search your pockets while engaging in a passionate kiss


Soft as tissue
Emotionally vulnerable


So my next issue is 'how to diss you ?'
Now my next concern is figuring out how to insult you


They call me Storm from the day I was born
I have been known as Storm since the day I entered this world


I been known to break the coldest motherfucker, 'til his hearts warm
I have a reputation for melting the hearts of even the most cold-hearted individuals


I ain't never been the type to wait at home alone
I have never been the type of woman who waits at home alone


Just 'cause we bone, don't mean you own me, nigga, I'm grown
Just because we have a sexual relationship doesn't mean you have ownership over me, I am an independent adult


I'd rather run the streets to make some mail
I prefer to be out in the streets, hustling and earning money


And to put the game down tight
And to establish my dominance in the streets


For these gamin' bitches could get it right
So that these manipulative women can understand how it's done


It might be a plan that I'm choosen
It could possibly be a strategy that I have been selected for


Don't get in confusion
Don't become confused or mistaken


Because I'm known for showin' examples how I do it
Because I have a reputation for demonstrating how it's done


Thinkin' I'm new to this, because I'm younger
Assuming that I'm inexperienced because I'm younger


We'll only leave you suspicious and to wonder
We will only make you doubtful and curious


And at the end I make a come up
And ultimately, I will achieve success


Nigga, was raised up off of M.O.B
I was brought up with the mindset of Money Over Bitches


Fetti over somethin', that's tellin' me don't run the streets
Money is more important than anything else, which discourages me from spending too much time on the streets


So tell me am I wrong?
So, do you think I am mistaken?


For tryin' to communicate through a song
For attempting to convey a message through music


I'm up early in the mornin', by sunrise I'll be gone
I wake up early in the morning and leave before the sun rises


All my homies is waitin' for me
All my friends are waiting for me


Plottin' on plans that we made and all the fun that it's gonna be
Planning the activities we discussed and looking forward to the enjoyment we'll experience


So meet me at 3
So, rendezvous with me at 3 o'clock


And don't be late, nigga
And don't be tardy, my friend


We hangin' out all night while drinkin' straight liquor
We will spend the entire night together, consuming hard alcoholic beverages


I heard it's poppin' at a club
I heard there's excitement happening at a club


But they say I can't get in
But they say I'm not allowed to enter


'Cause I'm dressed like a thug, until I die
Because I'm clothed like a gangster, even until death


I'll be game related
I'll always be associated with the street life


Got me strivin' for a million, stayin' motivated
I have the desire to accumulate a million dollars and I remain motivated to achieve that goal


Now that we made it
Now that we have achieved success


It's a battle just for the big money
It's a competition solely focused on earning large amounts of money


I'm livin' wild, no smiles, 'cause ain't a thing funny
I'm living a reckless and dangerous lifestyle, without any happiness, because nothing is amusing


I came up hungry, just a lil' nigga, tryin' to make it
I grew up in poverty, just a young individual, attempting to achieve success


I only got one chance, so I gotta take it
I only have one opportunity, so I must seize it


You never know when it's all gonna happen
You never know when everything will fall into place


The rappin' or the drugs
Whether it's through my music or through illegal substances


But until then give me love
But until then, show me love and support


And let me run the streets
And allow me to freely roam the streets


Let a nigga hang out with the homies, you know, baby
Allow me to spend time with my friends, you know, baby


But I gotta do what I gotta do
However, I must prioritize my responsibilities


I gotta run the streets, you know?
I have to be out on the streets, you understand?


I ain't no clean-up, woman
I am not someone who cleans up after others


Type ho
A derogatory term for a promiscuous woman


You know?
Do you understand?


I told you I was comin' back later on, right?
I informed you that I would return later, didn't I?


Oh, so you don't believe a nigga?
Oh, so you don't trust me?


Just cook for a nigga
Just prepare a meal for me


Please
Please do it


Make some of that shit you made last week
Prepare that dish you made last week


Some of them ribs and shit, I'll be back through later tonight
Some of those ribs and other food, I'll return later tonight


I'ma have some weed
I will have some marijuana


We finna drink some Hennessy and some Alizé
We are going to consume Hennessy and Alizé


We finna eat that food, smoke a lil' blunt
We are going to devour that food and smoke a small marijuana joint


I'll be waitin' for you
I will be patiently waiting for your return


Lay up in the bed
Lie down in the bed together


Watch umm, Jay Leno or somethin'
Watch Jay Leno's show or something similar


Then after that? shit, we could do whatever comes to mind, baby
Then after that? Well, we can do whatever we feel like, baby


Let him run the streets
Allow him to spend time outside with his friends


Let a nigga run with the homies
Allow me to hang out with my friends


When I come back
When I return


I'll be all yours
I will be completely devoted to you


For real
Seriously




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave
Written by: Teddy Riley, Tupac Shakur, Mutah Beale, Timothy Gatling, Gene Griffin, Aaron Hall, Johnny Lee Jackson

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