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".
Burglar Bars
2 Chainz Lyrics
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As I gazed into his face, I felt that I was in the presence of royalty
There's a certain power presence that he gives off
I tried to be, everything you want and need
'Cause you got a deep title don't mean that you deep
Substance shallow on shit creek, I heard Cole speak
And I've been lit ever since I sold nicks
Never fabricated about my fabric, the scale, that's my apparatus
I give a fuck about the sorriest rappers
This actually happened, path in the back pathogenic
Moved that blow out like we were afrocentric
I had a front row entry, I had the codeine kidney
I made up the Bentiaga truck, you owe me a Bentley
This the rap Ken Griffey, got at least 10 with me
Got at least 10 on me, I'm anti-phony
My girl anti-bony and she get that money
I bought all this shit, don't go acting anti on me
It's Mr. Epps in the bank, I give a F what you think
I bought a Tesla today, there's nothing left in your tank
I did everything except a fucking song with Jay
But I murdered every song I fucking did with Ye
See my verses are better and my subject is realer
See my mom was an addict and my dad was the dealer
And their son is that nigga, I'm no Black activist
I'm a Black millionaire, give you my Black ass to kiss
We used the tree for a fence, I used to land in the trench
Used to dust myself off, then I eat me some shrimp
Coulda did anything, I coulda been me a pimp
I coulda went to the league, I took it straight to the rim
I took it straight to the block, I got Xans in my sock
I got plans for the pot, I got bands, you do not, huh
Yeah, you a miracle
Right now, if you hear this, you're a miracle, I want you to know that
If you're able to hear this right now, you are a miracle
Straight up, no kapp
I'm more Gucci than Vans, give you a Gucci advance
This the chance of your life, you ain't prepared for your life
See the man without a mic is just a mic gimmick
Anyone, Jordan, Jackson, Tyson, Bivens
Phone number unlisted
Gave her the digits to a number that is long distance
She on the wrong mission and got my palm itching
I had it on me, you can see it in my prom pictures, ugh
I'm telling you, niggas like me fall out the sky
You don't just bump into me
I'm a real blessing, bro, nah, for real, bro
You know the times is rough, you know the times is hard
I never trust my neighbors, so we got burglar bars
You know the times is rough you know the times is hard
I never trust my neighbors so we got burglar bars, Lord, yeah, okay
You know the times is rough you know the times is hard
I never trust my neighbors so we got burglar bars
You know the times is rough you know the times is hard
I never trust my neighbors so we got burglar bars, Lord, Lord
Lord knows
Woke up today, gave thanks
Grateful to see another day, then the storm came
As the night falls, I shed my blood, sweat and tears
Let the rain fall, let it fall, let it fall
One day
Your love will take me right over the stars, Lord knows
That soulful trap music, man
Yeah, I'm talkin' 'bout Section 8, I'm talkin' 'bout the 'partments
You stay in the middle, someone stay on top of you, someone stay below you
What you know about grabbing a broom and shit and hitting upstairs like
"Y'all stop fucking stomping! Y'all stop walking so mothafuckin' hard!"
Then the people downstairs, they doing the same shit to us
Tru, trill shit
The song "Burglar Bars" by 2 Chainz is a rap anthem that reflects on the rapper's success and life experiences. The first verse of the song is a reflection on the rapper's reputation and status, as well as the truth behind his success. While he admits that his substance may be shallow, he has been "lit" ever since he sold nicks, and he speaks with confidence, stating that his verses are better and his subject is realer. He talks about his family background, where his mom was an addict and his dad was the dealer, and he is a Black millionaire who has made it to the top. He also talks about the difficulties he faced growing up, living in a neighborhood where he couldn't trust his neighbors resulting in the installation of burglar bars, which serve as a metaphor for the barriers he had to overcome to find success.
In the second verse, 2 Chainz talks about his talent as an emcee, describing himself as a real blessing and a miracle. He compares himself to legendary figures like Michael Jordan, Michael Jackson, and Mike Tyson, and suggests that he's a rare talent who doesn't fall from the sky very often. He also contrasts his Gucci status with Vans, empowering his young fans to take advantage of their opportunities and strive for greatness. The hook repeats the line, "You know the times is rough, you know the times is hard, I never trust my neighbors so we got burglar bars," to drive home the message that success is hard to come by without hard work and persistence.
Line by Line Meaning
'Cause you got a deep title don't mean that you deep
Just because someone has an impressive title does not necessarily mean they have substance or deep knowledge.
Substance shallow on shit creek, I heard Cole speak
The quality of substance in music is minimal, just like being in a bad situation with no escape. Reference to J. Cole's music.
I made up the Bentiaga truck, you owe me a Bentley
I started a new trend and now you owe me for it. Specifically, he created the Bentley Bentayga truck and wants someone to give him a Bentley in return.
I'm no Black activist, I'm a Black millionaire, give you my Black ass to kiss
I am not an activist, but my Black-owned business makes me a millionaire. Those who do not believe in me can kiss my ass.
Anyone, Jordan, Jackson, Tyson, Bivens
Anyone can fall from grace like Michael Jordan, Michael Jackson, Mike Tyson, and Bobby Bivens.
You know the times is rough you know the times is hard, I never trust my neighbors so we got burglar bars
Times are tough and I don't trust my neighbors so we have installed burglar bars on our windows for safety reasons.
Woke up today, gave thanks, Grateful to see another day, then the storm came, As the night falls, I shed my blood, sweat and tears
I was grateful for another day, but then faced hardships and struggled as night fell.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BARBARA ENGLISH, BENNIE AMEY, GABRIEL ARILLO, GEORGE KERR, JOSHUA BANKS, MIKE DEAN, MONICA BROWN, SALOMES JACKSON, TAUHEED EPPS, BOBBY JEAN ENGLISH
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