What'cha Gonna Do
2Pac ft. Young Noble Lyrics
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And ugh
I started out dumb sprung off a hood rat
Listening to the radio wishing that I could rap
But nothing changed I was stuck in the game
'Cause everybody in the industry was fucking me man
Listen I've got a scheme break away do my own thing
Niggas they want to see me rise
'97 watch me cut these motherfuckers down to size
And if I catch another case ], lord knows how they hate me
Got a playa in the court room please don't let them frame me
I've been dealt a lot of bad cards living as a thug
Count my blessings don't stress in this land with no love
Maybe if they see me rolling look at all this green I'm holding
I guess that's why the envious get their eye swollen
Hoping the heavenly father love a hustler
Be the hardest nigga on earth to ever bust a nut
My homies tell me have a heart fuck they feelings
I've been trying to make a million since we started
We cold hearted, niggas in masks that'll blast at the task force
Empty out my clip time to mash they asked for it
Me Makaveli I'm a motherfucker
We break bread now we thug brothers (huhuh)
Niggas talk a lot of nonsense I choose to ignore
A war they ain't ready for it (huhuh)
Now what cha gonna do? When my niggas come for you
(What ya gonna do)
Now what cha gonna do? When my niggas come for you
(What ya gonna do)
Now what cha gonna do? When my niggas come for you
(What ya gonna do)
Now what cha gonna do? when my niggas come for you
(What ya gonna do)
My nine is thuglord
My mind on my grind
Outlawz is my heart
They shine when I shine
My rhyme is my grind
My team be on role
Proceed with the onslaught
Indeed they on top
They all marks
And its an outlaw holocaust
When I got the sawed-off
Niggas gettin' halved off
Yer, nigga beware
Stand clear
This nigga's scared
Man I don't really care
I've been lost loved (loved)
My heart need a hug (hug)
My bite leave blood (blood)
Fight with a grudge
The life of a thug nigga, might need gloves
But you will never know
With a price on your mug
And fight strips snug right around your hands
Niggas sure you can never grab the mic again
Dog you fucking with a grown man
And I can't afford to loose
Where we from niggas told to do
So what cha ya wann' do?
Now what cha gonna do? When my niggas come for you
(What ya gonna do)
Now what cha gonna do? When my niggas come for you
(What ya gonna do)
Now what cha gonna do? When my niggas come for you
(What ya gonna do)
Now what cha gonna do? When my niggas come for you
(What ya gonna do)
Watch me clown give me loving when I'm high
I'ma outlaw baby I'll be thugging 'till I die
In drop-top double-are life as a rap star
Hustle like a crack fiend 'till they catch me
Go ask somebody to your show
Watch them niggas out the sight of my night scope
Cooking white dope got mah nigga 25 to life stretched out
Trying to have all the better things in life
Well Makaveli A born leader 10 millimeter
Changing niggas future like a schizophrenic palm reader
Heeds from out the bible I read
See the meek shall inherit the earth
And the strong will lead
Hittin' weed like it alright
I'm in the studio making music all night
My enemies cry whenever I rise they hated 'til death
Try to beat me out my last breath
What cha gonna do?
Now what cha gonna do? When my niggas come for you
(What ya gonna do)
Now what cha gonna do? When my niggas come for you
(What ya gonna do)
Now what cha gonna do? When my niggas come for you
(What ya gonna do)
Now what cha gonna do? When my niggas come for you
(What ya gonna do)
When my niggas come for you
Now what cha gonna do? When my niggas come for you
(What ya gonna do)
Now what cha gonna do? When my niggas come for you
(What ya gonna do)
In "Whatcha Gonna Do", 2Pac talks about his experience in the rap industry and his plan to break away and do his own thing. He reveals that he was stuck in the game because everyone in the industry was against him. He talks about his scheme to sit back and let the phone ring, to cut down his haters, and make his way to the top. He also speaks on the injustice and prejudice often faced by black men in America’s legal system. Regardless, he remains unafraid and urges his enemies to beware because they aren’t ready for the war.
The chorus poses a rhetorical question, asking what his enemies will do when his "niggas" come for them. This implies that he has a team of loyal friends who will stand by him no matter what, and that his enemies will be defeated with the help of his "niggas".
Overall, "Whatcha Gonna Do" is a powerful song that showcases 2Pac's lyrical prowess and his determination to succeed despite the obstacles he faced.
Line by Line Meaning
I started out dumb sprung off a hood rat
I began with foolishness, infatuated with an unrefined woman
Listening to the radio wishing that I could rap
I used to hear rap songs on the radio and long to be able to perform it myself
But nothing changed I was stuck in the game
Despite my desire to succeed, my life remained stagnant within the rap industry
'Cause everybody in the industry was fucking me man
I was at the mercy of those in power in the industry who were taking advantage of me
And if I catch another case, lord knows how they hate me
If I get in any more legal trouble, I know that those who dislike me will use it against me
Got a playa in the court room please don't let them frame me
I have someone on my side in the courtroom who I hope will prevent me from being set up
I've been dealt a lot of bad cards living as a thug
Life has not been easy for me as someone who lives a rough lifestyle
Count my blessings don't stress in this land with no love
Instead of dwelling on the challenges, I focus on the good things and try not to let the harsh reality of this world get to me
Maybe if they see me rolling look at all this green I'm holding
Perhaps if people see me doing well financially, they'll be envious of my success and want to emulate it
I guess that's why the envious get their eye swollen
It seems that those who are envious of me often end up feeling jealous and upset
Niggas talk a lot of nonsense I choose to ignore
I've learned to tune out the meaningless chatter of others and focus on what's important to me
A war they ain't ready for it (huhuh)
Those who try to start a conflict with me are not prepared for the consequences
My nine is thuglord
My gun is my protector
And its an outlaw holocaust
When I and my fellow outlaws strike, it's a brutal and devastating event
Dog you fucking with a grown man
Don't mess with me, I'm an experienced and strong adult
And I can't afford to loose
I cannot risk failure, as the stakes are too high
Go ask somebody to your show
Try to find someone else to fill your entertainment needs, because I'm not the one
Watch them niggas out the sight of my night scope
I keep my enemies within view, even at night, and I am always watching for any trouble
My enemies cry whenever I rise they hated 'til death
Those who dislike me become upset and resentful when they see me succeeding
Now what cha gonna do? When my niggas come for you
What are you going to do when I and my allies come after you?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TUPAC AMARU SHAKUR, RUFUS LEE COOPER, KATARI T. COX, DUANE THOMAS NETTLESBEY, DONNA T. HUNTER
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