Hit 'Em Up
A Boogie Wit da Hoodie feat. Trap Manny Lyrics

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Ooh, yeah, yeah
You know how we pulling up
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Yeah
(Elo on the beat)

You know how we pulling up
We might not be big, but you can't fight no bullets, so don't try to bully us

Fuck around and catch a headshot, red dot
Hit 'em up
And even with my eyes closed now, I see how they don't fuck with us
But, fuck it, you know me, you know I'm gon' to run it up
Plus I'm gon' double up, up, up
I used to be regular, now I'm a young nigga stackin' my Benji's up, up, up
They call me a singer, I'm rapping with melodies, nigga, like, na, na, na, na, na
And I'm a bread winner, yeah, nigga, so I'm stacking my cheddar up, up, up
You know how we pulling up, yeah, nigga, you know how we

Give it up
I swear nigga, you a dead, dead nigga, you tried to set me up
Niggas be scared, they go to the feds and they start to singing, na, na, na
Be careful with these rat niggas out here actin' like they with you, nah, nah, nah
It's only my niggas, we get high nigga, smokin' la-la-la, la-la
Some fly niggas and we always gon' keep it a 100 like 95 plus 5
I know many men wishin' death up on me, niggas is tryna take my life
So I keep a friend with a F&N, that nigga always by my side

You know how we pulling up, yeah, nigga, you know how we pulling up
We might not be big, but you can't fight no bullets, so don't try to bully us
Fuck around and catch a headshot, red dot
Hit 'em up
And even with my eyes closed now, I see how they don't fuck with us
But, fuck it, you know me, you know I'm gon' to run it up
Plus I'm gon' double up, up, up
I used to be regular, now I'm a young nigga stackin' my Benji's up, up, up
They call me a singer, I'm rapping with melodies, nigga, like, na, na, na, na, na
And I'm a bread winner, yeah, nigga, so I'm stacking my cheddar up, up, up
You know how we pulling up, yeah, nigga, you know how we

Huh, yeah, you know how we pulling up
Back to back in foreigns, when I start the engine, I push a button
Still reminiscing them days people said I wouldn't be good, nah
Had my head down, now I hop in the Wraith and see stars when I'm lookin' up
And I dare a nigga try bully us (bully us)
Got a choppa with big bullets if he thinkin' he big and tough
I'm with Boogie, my hoodie up (hoodie up)
I go 7:30 with this 30 off Perky's, I'm booted up
Run up, I'm shootin' somethin'
Glock 19, with a beam, make a move and I prove a point
Hop out that Urus truck
Know we coming with the nineteen whenever we hit the club, yeah

We pulling up
We might not be big, but you can't fight no bullets, so don't try to bully us
Fuck around and catch a headshot, red dot
Hit 'em up
And even with my eyes closed now, I see how they don't fuck with us
But, fuck it, you know me, you know I'm gon' to run it up
Plus I'm gon' double up, up, up
I used to be regular, now I'm a young nigga stackin' my Benji's up, up, up
They call me a singer, I'm rapping with melodies, nigga, like, na, na, na, na, na

And I'm a bread winner, yeah, nigga, so I'm stacking my cheddar up, up, up
You know how we pulling up, yeah, nigga, you know how we

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of A Boogie Wit da Hoodie feat. Trap Manny's song "Hit 'Em Up" depict a life of success and fame after overcoming struggles and obstacles. A Boogie, known for his catchy hooks and Trap Manny's melodic flows, talks about using his music to uplift himself and his team in the industry. Their voices exude confidence and strength as they rap about their achievements and riches. A Boogie states that he used to be a regular boy, but now he is staking up his Benjamins and singing with melodies. They are not afraid of anyone trying to stop them, as they are ready to take them down with a single headshot.

In the second verse, Trap Manny talks about the same struggles as A Boogie Wit da Hoodie. He states that he is now driving foreign cars back to back, reminiscing about the days when people doubted him. With the strength he has gained by overcoming his struggles, he talks about how he will not back down from any challenge that comes his way. With his hoodie up, and a gun in hand, he is ready to take on anything that comes his way. He and A Boogie prove that they might not be the biggest in the industry, but they have made a name for themselves and are determined to maintain their success.

Overall, "Hit 'Em Up" is a lyrical representation of two young artists who have come a long way in the music industry. They use their music as a platform to empower themselves amidst the industry's controversies and struggles, as well as to inspire their fans to go after their dreams and persevere through adversity.

Line by Line Meaning

You know how we pulling up
We arrive in style and won't back down from any threats

We might not be big, but you can't fight no bullets, so don't try to bully us
We may not have the biggest reputation or fame, but our weapons are lethal and we won't tolerate any intimidation

Fuck around and catch a headshot, red dot
If anyone tries to mess with us, they'll quickly regret it as they may get shot in the head

Hit 'em up
We're not afraid to take action and retaliate

And even with my eyes closed now, I see how they don't fuck with us
Even when I'm not actively looking, I can sense the people who don't respect us or our authority

But, fuck it, you know me, you know I'm gon' to run it up
Despite the opposition, I won't let them slow me down and will keep striving for success

Plus I'm gon' double up, up, up
Not only will I succeed, but I'll exceed my expectations and double my efforts

I used to be regular, now I'm a young nigga stackin' my Benji's up, up, up
I came from humble beginnings but now I'm making a lot of money and saving it smartly

They call me a singer, I'm rapping with melodies, nigga, like, na, na, na, na, na
Although I'm labeled as a singer, I'm still a rapper who uses catchy tunes to express myself

And I'm a bread winner, yeah, nigga, so I'm stacking my cheddar up, up, up
I'm the one providing for my family and I'm earning a lot, which I'm saving wisely

Give it up
I'm warning my enemies to stop and surrender before things get worse

I swear nigga, you a dead, dead nigga, you tried to set me up
If someone attempts to set me up, they'll end up dead

Niggas be scared, they go to the feds and they start to singing, na, na, na
Some people can't handle the pressure and resort to ratting out their friends to the authorities

Be careful with these rat niggas out here actin' like they with you, nah, nah, nah
I'm warning my listeners to be careful of those who pretend to be their allies, but may actually be rats

It's only my niggas, we get high nigga, smokin' la-la-la, la-la
I only trust my close friends, and we enjoy smoking marijuana together

Some fly niggas and we always gon' keep it a 100 like 95 plus 5
My friends and I are smooth, cool, and always honest with each other

I know many men wishin' death up on me, niggas is tryna take my life
I'm aware that some people want me dead and are making attempts on my life

So I keep a friend with a F&N, that nigga always by my side
I always have a trusted companion with a firearm by my side to protect me from harm

Back to back in foreigns, when I start the engine, I push a button
I have luxury cars lined up and ready to go, and starting them is easy with the push of a button

Still reminiscing them days people said I wouldn't be good, nah
I remember the days when people doubted me and said I wouldn't be successful, but I've proven them wrong

Had my head down, now I hop in the Wraith and see stars when I'm lookin' up
I used to be humble and work hard, but now I can afford a luxurious car and I'm successful

And I dare a nigga try bully us (bully us)
I'm daring anyone to try to bully me and my friends, knowing that the consequences will be dire

Got a choppa with big bullets if he thinkin' he big and tough
I have a powerful firearm with large bullets to deal with anyone who thinks they're strong and invincible

I'm with Boogie, my hoodie up (hoodie up)
I'm with A Boogie wit da Hoodie, with our hoods up as a sign of our gang affiliation

I go 7:30 with this 30 off Perky's, I'm booted up
I'm heavily armed and high on Percocet, and I'm not afraid to use my weapon

Run up, I'm shootin' somethin'
If anyone tries to approach me with harmful intentions, I'll shoot them without hesitation

Glock 19, with a beam, make a move and I prove a point
My firearm is a Glock 19 with a laser sight, and I'm not afraid to use it to defend myself and prove my power

Hop out that Urus truck
I'm arriving in a Lamborghini Urus, showing my high status and wealth

Know we coming with the nineteen whenever we hit the club, yeah
My friends and I are always armed with our Glock 19s when we go to the club, prepared for any danger

Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: Artist Julius Dubose, Damile Coste, Emmanuel Cobbs, Joseph Boyden, Joseph Zoumboulias

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