Tauheed Epps (born September 12, 1976), better known by his stage name 2 Ch… Read Full Bio ↴Tauheed Epps (born September 12, 1976), better known by his stage name 2 Chainz, formerly known as Tity Boi, is an American rapper from College Park, Georgia. He was first known for being one-half of southern hip hop duo, Playaz Circle. They're recognized for being signed to Ludacris' record label Disturbing tha Peace and their debut single "Duffle Bag Boy".

Tity Boi AKA 2 Chainz is one half of Playaz Circle along with long time friend Dolla Boy. 2 Chainz played basketball at ASU (Alabama State University) in Montgomery, Alabama. Hailing from the Southside of Atlanta, Playaz Circle came together as a compilation in the late 90’s. They released their debut album, and shortly after that, they were introduced to radio DJ Chris Lova Lova AKA Ludacris through mutual friend Lil' Fate. Unfortunately. shortly after that, 2 Chainz was shot and Dolla was incarcerated. After hearing about their misfortune, Ludacris reached out, offering to sign them. DTP began to form, and 2 Chainz was apart of the label and signed to DTP when Dolla Boy was released.

Throughout his career, Epps received speculation that the name Tity Boi was meant to be derogatory towards women, although he repeatedly denied the accusations,in early 2011 he decided to change his stage name to 2 Chainz as he perceived it to be more "family friendly".

Big Meech Era
2 Chainz Lyrics

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Yeah i I think I may have to take it
Back to like, like 10 years ago, you know?
The Big Meech Era, you feel me?
Real, real motivation for a street nigga
Real, real motivation for a street nigga, ugh

Pull up in all color Ferraris
Bitches in tiaras

Gettin' head while I'm steering
Everybody else starving
Everybody else staring
Shawty got the McLaren and I had the seven
Pulled up at the compound
Clothes smellin' like gunpowder (boom)
Salute all the real niggas and real
Bitches that got they own boss
I was snappin' before Fabo
My raps come with a halo
Went out with Jeezy, we spent pesos like J-bo
Took E’s to the Twenty Grande
He got a pistol on him and twenty grand
A couple things I ain't glorifying is the
Kids dying and the mommas dying (Scarface)
Everybody need to calm down
Stand right by your homie's side
Gunshots in this motherfucker turn this
Bitch into a homie-side (yeah)

Over a million sold they
Say I'm crossin' over
Oh yeah, the club packed
I should’ve brought a rubber
My whole body inked, my family hardly know me
You know I put that work in
Just to get a Rollie (I did)
Big Meech era, Japanese Dinner
Trap in these denim (damn)
Ain't stuntin' these women (naaa)
Wood grain steering wheel
I might get a splinter
If this a flexing contest I
Think we found a winner

Put this shit down, that shit still burnin'
I can smell that moon rock
I got to tell you how that shit started
(real real motivation for a street nigga)
(real, real, real, real, real, real, real)

Trapping off the court, on the back porch
(I did)
Had that pack ordered, we was backed up
(we was nigga)
That's that good shit, that’s that hood shit
(we hood)
You a cute bitch, and your crew thick
(I like)
Got a chopper on me the size of pool stick
(this long)
With a Blue DaVinci, dog food bricks (Heroin)
Snowman on repeat, rest in peace, Nando
I see Jigg in here I see Quazy too
When brawl wit'you we send
Them bottles through
We send the marters through
I'm on the Carter 2
Like Tyrese was on the Marta, too
They start calling too
Startin' falling through
Got them chickens boy, like a barbecue
(tell em)
Talk to lame niggas something we hardly do
I sip the PJ bottle I rock the AP on them
(okay)
I think my rollie harder this an AG party

Over a million sold they
Say I'm crossin' over
Oh yeah, the club packed
I should’ve brought a rubber
My whole body inked, family hardly know me
You know I put that work in
Just to get a Rollie
Big Meech era, Japanese Dinner
Trap in these denim trap in these denim
Ain't stuntin' these women
Wood grain steering wheel
I might get a splinter
If this a flexing contest I
Think we found a winner

I think we found a winner uh oh
Flexing contest I think we found a winner

Pull up in some shorts, middle of December
Flex, ooh

Overall Meaning

In the song "Big Meech Era" by 2 Chainz, the lyrics describe the artist's admiration for the "Big Meech Era," referring to the time period when Demetrius "Big Meech" Flenory, a notorious drug lord, was at the peak of his influence and power. The lyrics express the motivation and inspiration that street individuals like 2 Chainz derive from the stories and legacy of figures like Big Meech. The song also touches on themes of materialism, success, and the hustle mentality prevalent in the streets.

2 Chainz starts by mentioning his lavish lifestyle, pulling up in colorful Ferraris and surrounded by women wearing tiaras. The lyrics emphasize his success and prosperity, contrasting it with the struggles faced by others. He references the McLaren car that his partner possesses, showing off the wealth and opulence surrounding him. The mention of clothes smelling like gunpowder indicates a connection to violence and the dangerous nature of his environment.

The artist then pays homage to real individuals in the streets who have their own power and authority, staying away from glorifying negative actions like violence and death. The lyrics urge people to calm down, stick by their friends' sides, and avoid unnecessary conflicts that can turn deadly. The song also touches on the artist's personal journey, his dedication to his craft, and the sacrifices made to achieve success, such as getting a Rollie (a Rolex watch).

Overall, "Big Meech Era" reflects 2 Chainz's admiration for the street life and its motivating force, acknowledging the past and expressing his own hustle mentality.

Line by Line Meaning

Yeah i I think I may have to take it
I believe I might have to reclaim something

Back to like, like 10 years ago, you know?
Returning to the past, around a decade ago, you understand?

The Big Meech Era, you feel me?
The time period influenced by Big Meech, can you comprehend?

Real, real motivation for a street nigga
True inspiration for an individual from the streets

Real, real motivation for a street nigga, ugh
Genuine inspiration for a street-oriented person, expressing frustration and emphasis

Pull up in all color Ferraris
Arrive in a variety of Ferrari cars

Bitches in tiaras
Glamorous women wearing tiaras

Gettin' head while I'm steering
Receiving oral pleasure while operating the car

Everybody else starving
Others are hungry and desperate

Everybody else staring
Others are gazing in amazement

Shawty got the McLaren and I had the seven
The woman has a McLaren and I possess a Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Pulled up at the compound
Arrive at a well-secured location

Clothes smellin' like gunpowder (boom)
My garments have the scent of gunpowder, indicating association with firearm use

Salute all the real niggas and real
Pay respect to genuine individuals and authentic

Bitches that got they own boss
Women who have achieved independence and autonomy

I was snappin' before Fabo
I was rapping enthusiastically before Fabo

My raps come with a halo
My lyrics have a divine and angelic quality

Went out with Jeezy, we spent pesos like J-bo
Went out with Jeezy, extravagantly spending money like J-bo

Took E’s to the Twenty Grande
Transported illegal substances worth a large sum of money

He got a pistol on him and twenty grand
He carries a firearm and a significant amount of cash

A couple things I ain't glorifying is the
A few aspects I do not promote or celebrate are

Kids dying and the mommas dying (Scarface)
Children and mothers facing mortality, referencing the film Scarface

Everybody need to calm down
Everyone should relax and compose themselves

Stand right by your homie's side
Stay loyal and support your friend

Gunshots in this motherfucker turn this
Gunfire in this place transforms this

Bitch into a homie-side (yeah)
Person into a companion or friend

Over a million sold they
More than a million copies sold, they say

Say I'm crossin' over
Claim that I am transitioning to a different audience

Oh yeah, the club packed
Indeed, the nightclub is crowded

I should’ve brought a rubber
I should have brought a condom

My whole body inked, my family hardly know me
My entire body is covered in tattoos, my family barely recognizes me

You know I put that work in
You are aware that I have put in effort and hard work

Just to get a Rollie (I did)
Simply to acquire a Rolex watch, which I succeeded in doing

Big Meech era, Japanese Dinner
Influenced by the era of Big Meech, having a lavish Japanese dinner

Trap in these denim (damn)
Engaging in illicit activities while wearing denim clothing, expressing surprise

Ain't stuntin' these women (naaa)
Not paying attention to or impressing these women

Wood grain steering wheel
Steering wheel with a wood grain texture

I might get a splinter
There is a possibility of getting a splinter

If this a flexing contest I
If this were a competition to flaunt wealth or success, I

Think we found a winner
Believe we have discovered the most successful participant

Put this shit down, that shit still burnin'
Leave this controversial matter, the issue is still ongoing

I can smell that moon rock
I can sense the presence of high-quality marijuana

I got to tell you how that shit started
I must explain the origins of that situation

(real real motivation for a street nigga)
(genuine inspiration for an individual from the streets)

(real, real, real, real, real, real, real)
(true, true, true, true, true, true, true)

Trapping off the court, on the back porch
Engaging in illegal activities off the basketball court, specifically on the back porch

Had that pack ordered, we was backed up
Organized the drug supply, we experienced a delay or congestion

That's that good shit, that’s that hood shit
Referring to high-quality drugs, representing the streets

You a cute bitch, and your crew thick
You are an attractive woman, and your group of friends is large

Got a chopper on me the size of pool stick
I possess a firearm as large as a pool cue

With a Blue DaVinci, dog food bricks (Heroin)
Accompanied by Blue DaVinci, referring to packages of heroin as dog food bricks

Snowman on repeat, rest in peace, Nando
The song 'Snowman' is playing repeatedly, paying respects to the deceased individual named Nando

I see Jigg in here I see Quazy too
I notice Jigg and Quazy present in this location

When brawl wit'you we send
If we get into a fight with you, we send

Them bottles through
Bottles of alcohol towards you

We send the marters through
We send out individuals prepared to commit violent acts

I'm on the Carter 2
I am listening to or influenced by Lil Wayne's album 'Tha Carter II'

Like Tyrese was on the Marta, too
Similar to how Tyrese was on Atlanta's public transportation system MARTA

They start calling too
People begin reaching out to me as well

Startin' falling through
Start to arrive unexpectedly

Got them chickens boy, like a barbecue (tell em)
I possess a large quantity of drugs, like a barbecue with many chickens

Talk to lame niggas something we hardly do
Engaging in conversation with unimpressive individuals, a rarity for us

I sip the PJ bottle I rock the AP on them (okay)
I consume a bottle of Perrier-Jouët champagne, and I wear an Audemars Piguet watch to impress them

I think my rollie harder this an AG party
I believe my Rolex watch is more impressive than this AG (Audemars Piguet) party

I think we found a winner uh oh
I believe we have discovered a successful individual, expressing surprise

Flexing contest I think we found a winner
If this were a competition to flaunt wealth or success, I believe we have identified the most successful participant

Pull up in some shorts, middle of December
Arriving in shorts during the winter

Flex, ooh
Show off and impress others, expressing excitement

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