PROUD
2 Chainz YG Offset Lyrics
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Yeah, Southside with an F 'cause I'm fresh
Do it for the hood, nigga, rep
Southside with an F 'cause I'm fresh
Tryna make my mama proud, uh
I ain't tryna let my mama down (yah)
I'm just tryna make my mama proud, uh
I ain't fuckin' 'round with you (uh, uh, uh)
T.R.U. University, I pull it up and murk a beat
Mama house was filled up with bags of Hercules (strong)
Soon as I finished pissin', I put the seat down
Or my mama'd be cussin' my damn ass out
Only child, no siblings, no besties
I couldn't do nothin' right like a lefty (woo)
Bought my mama's first house with the juug money (alright)
Bought my mama's second house with the club money (show)
Me and mama used to trap out the same house (same house)
Used to eat and go to sleep on the same couch (same couch)
Me and mama got busted at the same time (same time)
Went to court and told judge the damn same lies (same lies)
I can tell mama proud of her only son
2 Chainz, I have always worn more than one
Yeah I'm real, I'm ill, you know, you gotta feel
You poppin' pills, I'm rarer than two dollar bills
Yeah, I'm just tryna make my mama proud (make my mama proud, yeah)
I ain't tryna let my mama down (down, down, down)
Yeah, I'm just tryna make my mama proud, yeah (proud, yeah)
I ain't tryna let my mama down (down, down, down)
Yeah, mama ain't raise no ho, one more time
Yeah, my mama ain't raise no ho
Yeah, yeah, yeah, mama ain't raise no hoe
Yeah, yeah, mama ain't raise no hoe
Four hunnid! My mama ain't raise no ho (no ho)
'Cause my mama ain't no ho (no ho)
My mama ain't raise no ho (no ho)
Drop a pin and in ten we at your door, nigga
Ho bitches gettin' fucked on the floor
They cold-hearted so you gotta do 'em cold
These hos and my mama can't get along (why?)
'Cause my mama ain't no ho
I was runnin' up a check with the homies on the disk
I was fuckin' up the pork, I ain't ever do the feds
Got some YGs from the gang, they'll do you for a check
And you know I'm gang gang 'cause that's the only thing I rep
Ayy, mama
When I leave the house it's for them dollars
You are the reason I bought that choppa
'Cause I know you wanna see me come home proper
Soon as I get right I said I gotcha then I gotcha
Yeah, I'm just tryna make my mama proud (make my mama proud, yeah)
Four hunnid!
I ain't tryna let my mama down (down, down, down)
Yeah, I'm just tryna make my mama proud, yeah (proud, yeah)
I ain't tryna let my mama down (down, down, down)
Yeah, mama ain't raise no ho, one more time
Yeah, my mama ain't raise no ho
Yeah, yeah, yeah, mama ain't raise no ho
Yeah, yeah, mama ain't raise no ho
Mama taught me how to get that bankroll (mama)
Yeah, vault up in my loft in case the bank closed (vault, yeah)
Mama ain't have it all, we wore the same clothes (have it all)
I kicked the door, I kicked the door, I risked it all for dough (kicked the door)
I found that .44, it turned me into an animal (4, 4)
Got that wide load, niggas wasn't even compatible (wide load)
Choppa' firin', it soundin' just like a rattle lure
.223 caliber, you ain't in my caliber (oh, oh)
Mama told me pray 'cause they'll keep givin' me these bucks (bucks)
Sit on that G6 I'm flyin' high, Aladdin on the rug (mama)
I put Goyard on my mama (Goyard)
Every nigga not your partner, son, when you come up (come up)
All them bitches in your face, son, they are piranhas
Stay up out the way, but beat him if he run up (run up)
Mike Jack in his prime with Madonna
I'm just tryna bring her to my mama (mama)
Yeah, I'm just tryna make my mama proud (make my mama proud, yeah)
I ain't tryna let my mama down (down, down, down)
Yeah, I'm just tryna make my mama proud, yeah (proud, yeah)
I ain't tryna let my mama down (down, down, down)
Yeah, mama ain't raise no ho, one more time
Yeah, my mama ain't raise no ho
Yeah, yeah, yeah, mama ain't raise no ho
Yeah, yeah, mama ain't raise no ho
Do it for the hood, nigga, rep
Southside with an F 'cause I'm fresh
Do it for the hood, nigga, rep
Southside with an F 'cause I'm fresh
In 2 Chainz's song "Proud," the lyrics detail the rapper's dedication to making his mother proud. The first verse is a repetition of the chorus, where 2 Chainz shows his determination to represent and do well for his neighborhood, with his "Southside" pride shining through. He then speaks about the pride he takes in this pursuit because his mother's approval is crucial to him. He mentions his past lifestyle of selling drugs, but also highlights that he used the money earned to buy homes for his mother. The upcoming verses include stories from 2 Chainz's life, where both he and his mother used to sell drugs in the same house and got arrested together. The rapper's words make it clear that the bond with his mother is unbreakable, and her opinion of him matters above all else.
The lyrics in the second part not only speak about his strong connection with his mother but also provide some hints on making sense of his name, 2 Chainz. The second verse is an ode to his mother's teachings and guidance, which include the importance of saving money and being protective of oneself. He speaks of taking risks, and says he is an "animal" because he found a gun. He talks about how everyone wanting to be around him, but he has to be careful because not everyone has his best interest at heart. The rapper mentions staying out of trouble and only fighting back when necessary. Within these lyrics, 2 Chainz also references Michael Jackson, Aladdin, and Madonna, adding cultural callbacks that make the song more interesting to listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, do it for the hood, nigga, rep
Representing for my community and the struggles we face
Yeah, Southside with an F 'cause I'm fresh
Proud of my neighborhood, striving to be the best
Tryna make my mama proud, uh
Striving to succeed and make my mother happy and proud
T.R.U. University, I pull it up and murk a beat
My skills and talent as an artist make me stand out
Only child, no siblings, no besties
Growing up alone and having to rely on myself
Bought my mama's first house with the juug money (alright)
Using my hustling skills to provide for my family
Me and mama got busted at the same time (same time)
My mother and I faced hardships together
I can tell mama proud of her only son
My mother is proud of my success and achievements
Yeah I'm real, I'm ill, you know, you gotta feel
Confident about my abilities and how I stand out in the industry
Yeah, mama ain't raise no ho
My mother taught me to be respectful to women and not to engage in negative behavior
Drop a pin and in ten we at your door, nigga
I have connections and resources to handle any situation
I was fuckin' up the pork, I ain't ever do the feds
I have been involved in illegal activities but have never been caught by authorities
Mama ain't have it all, we wore the same clothes (have it all)
Growing up, my family faced financial struggles and we had to make do with what we had
I found that .44, it turned me into an animal (4, 4)
My experiences with violence and the streets have changed me as a person
All them bitches in your face, son, they are piranhas
Women are often after money and success and may not have genuine intentions
Stay up out the way, but beat him if he run up (run up)
Avoiding trouble, but being ready to defend myself if necessary
I'm just tryna bring her to my mama (mama)
Wanting to introduce my significant other to my mother and make her proud
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Joshua Valle, Justin Gardner, Keenon Daequan Ray Jackson, Kiari Kendrell Cephus, Matthew Samuels, Michael Williams, Tauheed Epps
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