Soldier
50 Cent;DJ Whoo Kid Lyrics


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(I'm a soldier) G-UNIT, I started my own gang
(I'm a soldier) G-UNIT
(I'm a soldier) G-UNIT, I started my own gang
(I'm a soldier) G-UNIT

It's a fact homie, eagles don't fly in flocks
But the eagles I got own sixteen shots
Like beefin', homie I ain't sayin' a word
I'll run up on your punk ass squeezing the bird
Now what New York niggas know about country grammar
Not much, but we know how to bang them hammers
When I pull out that thing, you better break yourself
Or win a trip to ICU, and you can take yourself
If you lucky motherfucker, I'm solider I told ya
Push ya shit back, put my knife through ya six pack
Gat bust, adrenaline rush, blowin' the dust
Five point O, burnin' the cluth, while I'm burnin' the dutch
You thought them other niggas was hot, I'm turnin' it up
This the blueprint, nigga are you learnin' or what
You done told me you respect me, now tell me I'm the nicest
Admit it nigga, I'm a mid-life crisis

(I'm a soldier) G-UNIT, I started my own gang
(I'm a soldier) G-UNIT (I got the rep of a villain, the weapon concealin')
(I'm a soldier) G-UNIT, I started my own gang
(I'm a soldier) G-UNIT (full of controversy until I retire my jersey)

It's like niggas rate the respect of who gat bigger
Banks been blowin' on purple stuff before that fat nigga
Henny's make dollars, and dollars make death threats
I'm doin' remixes to bulletproof the Lex next
Duck nigga, everdays war
I'm heavy on sports, to my draw like NBA's store
Don't make me send the piece at you
I'll have your man walk around with another rest in peace tattoo
Look creampuff, you can get killed here
Nigga you ain't invincible, even Superman in a wheel chair
I've always been a picky man, but I ain't a flowered star
So I'ma fuck all fifty fans
Look, whether you like it or not, right in ya spot
All in your grill, wearin' the crown, airin' em down
We're in the pound puttin' fare in the clown
I'm running with gangstas, don't make one of em shank ya

(I'm a soldier) G-UNIT, I started my own gang
(I'm a soldier) G-UNIT (I got the rep of a villain, the weapon concealin')
(I'm a soldier) G-UNIT, I started my own gang
(I'm a soldier) G-UNIT (full of controversy until I retire my jersey)

I'ma ride with my rap shit and my body armor
Ride like a Taliban suicide bomber
.45 six feet, I off ya feet
I kill ya with a pillow when you fall asleep
Your records can't sell, your company is buyin' em
Give it up, Burger King is hirin'
You shoulda been a cop, cause you snitch a lot
Talkin' to the jakes, you bound to get shot
I used to watch Big Bird and Scooby Doo
Now I'm choppin' big birds and them bundles too
For that Master P money, that shoppin' spree money
That coke, that dope and that ecstasy money
I'm tryin' to build empires across the state line
So move like vampires, never see me in the daytime




I jump out with a Nina and a MAC
I have you like Khia, my neck, my back

Overall Meaning

The song "Soldier" by 50 Cent and DJ Whoo Kid is a true representation of the rapper's experiences as a member of the hip-hop group G-Unit. The song begins with 50 Cent proclaiming himself a soldier of G-Unit and stating that he started the gang himself. He then goes on to relate his experiences in New York City, particularly the rivalry between different gangs and his own involvement in violent confrontations.


The lyrics describe the rapper's tough persona and his readiness to use violence if needed. He compares himself to an eagle that owns a sixteen-shot gun and will not hesitate to shoot up his opponents. 50 Cent also expresses his disdain for those who talk too much and his disregard for the law, stating that he will not hesitate to put his knife through someone's six-pack. The song also touches on the rapper's relationship with his fans and critics, revealing his willingness to do whatever it takes to succeed in the rap game.


Overall, the lyrics of "Soldier" display 50 Cent's tough persona and his readiness to use violence if required. It is a powerful song that takes a look at G-Unit and their experiences in New York City and their experiences with other gangs.


Line by Line Meaning

(I'm a soldier) G-UNIT! I started my own gang
I have established my own crew and perceived as a fearless leader.


(I'm a soldier) G-UNIT!
A repetition of being part of a feared group that poses a significant threat to the authorities.


It's a fact homie, eagles don't fly in flocks
Even though eagles have a graceful appearance, they are territorial birds that fly alone.


But the eagles I got own sixteen shots
The guns that are under the control of the crew shot up to sixteen rounds at once.


Like beefin', homie I ain't sayin' a word
I avoid verbal conflicts and prefer to resort to violence when provoked.


I'll run up on your punk ass squeezing the bird
I will attack you unexpectedly while holding a gun.


Now what New York niggas know about country grammar
Although we are from New York, we are still versed in traditional street fighting tactics that are prevalent in the country.


Not much, but we know how to bang them hammers
We might not be experts in rural fighting, but we are comfortable with fighting with guns.


When I pull out that thing, you better break yourself
You should be prepared to surrender when I retrieve my weapon.


Or win a trip to ICU, and you can take yourself
If you are resisting, the repercussions may be severe, and you may have to visit the Intensive Care Unit with your efforts.


If you lucky motherfucker, I'm solider I told ya
If you manage to escape the worst-case scenario, I must emphasize that I am capable of being a brave and resolute soldier.


Push ya shit back, put my knife through ya six pack
I would inflict physical harm on you by pushing you back harshly and puncturing you with my knife.


Gat bust, adrenaline rush, blowin' the dust
My weapon goes off, and I experience a rush of excitement as smoke and dust billow around me.


Five point O, burnin' the cluth, while I'm burnin' the dutch
I am driving recklessly while the police chase me, all while I smoke marijuana.


You thought them other niggas was hot, I'm turning it up
While you may have been impressed with other artists, I am taking it to a higher level.


This the blueprint, nigga are you learnin' or what
This is the plan; will you pay attention and learn the craft?


You done told me you respect me, now tell me I'm the nicest
After acknowledging my authority, now admit that I am the most talented rapper in the game.


Admit it nigga, I'm a mid-life crisis
Even if the audience thinks that I'm going through a mid-life crisis, I don't care as I am focused on my goals of becoming a successful musician.


(I'm a soldier) G-UNIT! I started my own gang
I am once again branding my crew as fearless fighters who are not afraid of anyone.


(I'm a soldier) G-UNIT! (I got the rep of a villain, the weapon concealin')
I am seen as a dangerous person who always carries a concealed weapon around.


(I'm a soldier) G-UNIT! I started my own gang
My group is an independent entity that does not answer to any external authority.


(I'm a soldier) G-UNIT! (full of controversy until I retire my jersey)
My crew attracts a lot of attention, and I won't be able to retire or change affiliations without controversy and drama.


It's like niggas rate the respect of who gat bigger
People value one's reputation based on the size of the weapon they hold.


Banks been blowin' on purple stuff before that fat nigga
One Banks, a fellow rapper, had been consuming large quantities of marijuana before the larger and well-known rapper also began doing so.


Henny's make dollars, and dollars make death threats
The more money one has and spends, the more likely they will attract unwanted attention that may result in threats to one's life.


I'm doin' remixes to bulletproof the Lex next
I am upgrading the protection of my car, the Lexus, by customizing it with bulletproof materials.


Duck nigga, everday's war
Be alert, danger is always present and may appear unexpectedly.


I'm heavy on sports, to my draw like NBA's store
My gun is like a prized possession stored behind my hip, much like the jerseys in an NBA store.


Don't make me send the piece at you
I will not hesitate to attack you with my gun if you provoke me.


I'll have your man walk around with another rest in peace tattoo
I would be responsible for inflicting harm on someone you are close to, which could lead to more loss and grief.


Look creampuff, you can get killed here
Don't underestimate the dangers of this environment and the people living in it.


Nigga you ain't invincible, even Superman in a wheel chair
It does not matter how powerful you are or what you have accomplished as everyone, even people with the power of Superman, have vulnerabilities.


I've always been a picky man, but I ain't a flowered star
I have high standards for quality, but I am not showy or superficial.


So I'mma fuck all fifty fans
I will have sexual relations with each of my fifty most dedicated fans.


Look, whether you like it or not, right in ya spot
I am imposing my will and taking up the space I desire regardless of whether or not others approve.


All in your grill, wearin' the crown, airin' em down
I am confidently addressing my opponents and wearing my reputation as a king on my sleeve while aggressively trying to defeat them.


We're in the pound puttin' fare in the clown
We are messing with and attacking foolish, less-talented rappers.


I'm running with gangstas, don't make one of em shank ya
I am surrounded by dangerous people who would harm you if you cross me.


I'mma ride with my rap shit and my body armor
I will continue to express myself through music while also ensuring that I am physically protected with bulletproof clothing.


Ride like a Taliban suicide bomber
I will drive as boldly and aggressively as someone carrying out a suicide bombing for the Taliban.


Four five six feet, I off ya feet
My gun has enough force to figuratively knock you off your feet.


I kill ya with a pillow when you fall asleep
I am so skilled and ruthless that I could even kill you in your sleep with an innocuous object like a pillow.


Your records can't sell, your company is buyin' em
You are unable to sell records on your own, so your label must buy them.


Give it up, Burger King is hirin'
You should abandon your music career as if it is currently not successful, then you should pursue employment at a fast-food chain like Burger King.


You shoulda been a cop, cause you snitch a lot
You are always sharing information with the police and should have instead joined law enforcement.


Talkin' to the jakes, you bound to get shot
If you continue to associate with the police, there is a high likelihood that someone will harm you as retaliation.


I used to watch Big Bird and Scooby Doo
I watched childhood shows like Sesame Street and Scooby Doo.


Now I'm choppin' big birds and them bundles too
I am now cutting drug packages and dealing high quantities.


For that Master P money, that shoppin' spree money
I need significant amounts of money for shopping and luxury expenses like rapper Master P.


That coke, that dope and that ecstasy money
I am making large amounts of money from selling illegal drugs such as cocaine, heroin, and ecstasy.


I'm tryin' to build empires across the state line
I want to establish large organizations that would control the drug trade across different states.


So move like vampires, never see me in the daytime
I am making sure that I am only seen at night and am keeping my activities hidden from the public.


I jump out with a nina and a mack
I emerge with multiple guns, including an AK-47 and a Mac-10 gun.


I have you like Khia, my neck, my back
I will cause you extreme pain and discomfort, much like the chorus of Khia's popular song 'My Neck, My Back.'




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Curtis Jackson

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