PFFFFFF! Yeah right! What are you? The King of Knots? You think you're the freaking King of Tying Knots??
Florida’s heat has been radiating over hip-hop for many years. From the legendary “Uncle” Luke Campbell, Trick Daddy and Trina to DJ Khaled, Flo Rida, T-Pain, Rick Ross and Plies, the sunshine state has always produced hot music. The next artist to emerge from this sizzling climate is Ace Hood, and with an ace on the top of the deck, he is guaranteed to continue Florida’s heat wave.
“I got the name Ace as a child. My family always thought that I would be the one who would succeed in whatever I did,” he explains. “I feel like I’m an army in myself. I carry my own weight and since I represent for the hood, why not attach that to my name?”
Born Antoine McColister in Broward County, Florida, Ace knew he was destined for greatness. After an injury derailed his burgeoning football career, Ace turned to his true passion, rapping. At the age of 17, Ace teamed up with the Broward-County-based entertainment label, Dollaz & Dealz, to record the hit "M.O.E." ("Money Over Everything") which sparked an immediate buzz in South Florida. Ace began to perform and network which helped him gain exposure like never before. After fine-tuning his craft on local crowds, he set his sights on performing for DJ Khaled at his annual birthday bash.
“We was outside the radio station not even trying to get a deal, just hoping to perform at his birthday bash,” he recalls. “We just figured we’d try and perform. He had a contest going on where you had to give a certain amount of reasons why you should perform at the birthday bash. So I was going to rap for him on camera and show him why I was worthy. Although he had to go to a meeting, he came out, looked at me and said I love his image. We handed him a CD and once we did that he listened to it and called my manager that night. He said I love his swag, I hear starvation in his music and I want to take a meeting with him.”
That meeting turned into Ace becoming the first artist signed to DJ Khaled’s label “We the Best” distributed by Def Jam Records. His hot new single “Cash Flow” featuring T-Pain and Rick Ross is currently blazing the radio waves everywhere. “Once I played the song for Rick Ross he loved it and he put his whole swag to it” explains Khaled. “The song was pretty much done but we felt to make it more of a hit record, get somebody like T-Pain who’s running the game right now, on the hook to make it go that much further.” The song is setting the stage for Ace’s debut album, Gutta, with guest appearances from some of rap’s elite including Trick Daddy, Flo Rida, Akon, Plies and production from Cool & Dre, The Runners, Danjahandz and J.U.S.T.C.E. League, Ace’s deck is definitely stacked.
“This album is definitely gonna be a classic,” Ace says confidently. “People are expecting a lot out of me not only because I’m on Khaled’s label, but because everyone knows that the ace is ranked as the highest.”
With an ace up your sleeve, how can you go wrong?
I Don't Give a Fuck
Ace Hood Lyrics
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They done push me to the limit the more I live
I might blow up any minute, did it again
Now I'm in the back of the paddy wagon
While this cops bragging about the nigga he's jackin
I see no justice
All I see is niggas dying fast
The sound of a gun blast
Then watch the hurst past
Just another day in the life 'G'
Gotta step lightly cuz cops tried to snippe me
The catch, they don't wanna stop at the brother man
But then they'll have an accident and pick up another man
I went to the bank to cash my cheque
I get more respect from the mutha-fuckin' dope man
The Grammy's and the American music shows pimp us like hoes
They got dough but they hate us though
You better keep your mind on the real shit
And fuck trying to get with these crooked ass hypocrites
They way they see it, we was meant to be keep down
Just can't understand why we getting respect now
Mama told me they're be days like this
But I'm pissed cause it stays like this
And now they trying to send me off to Kuwait
Gimme a break
How much shit can a nigga take
I ain't goin' nowhere no how
Better bring your guns pal
Cuz this is the day we make 'em pay
Fuck bailin' hate I bail and spray with my A-K
And even if they shoot me down
There'll be another nigga bigger
So step but you better step quick
From the mutha-fuckin' underground
Cause the clocks goin' tick and I'm sick of the bullshit
You're watching the makings of a physco-path
The truth didn't last
Before the wrath and aftermath
Who's that behind the trigger?
Who'd do yah figure!?
A mutha-fuckin night nigga
Ready to buck and rip shit up
I had enough and I don't give a fuck
Niggas!, isn't just the blacks
Also a gang of mutha-fuckas dressed in blue slacks
They say niggas hang in packs and their attitude is shitty
Tell me, who's the biggest gang of niggas in the city
They say niggas like to do niggas,
Throw me in the cuffs with just two niggas
A street walkin' nigga and a beat walkin' nigga with a badge
I had to shoot yah and the pass for the blast take his cash
And that's just his luck
And bash his head in dump him at the dead in
Cause a nigga like me
Don't really give a fuck
Walked in the store what's everybody staring at
They act like they never seen a mutha fucker wearing black
Following a nigga and shit
Ain't this a bitch
All I wanted was some chips
I wanna take my business else where
But where?
Cause who in the hell cares
About a black man with a black need
They wanna jack me like some kind of crack fiend
I wonder if knows that my income is more than
His pension, salary and then some
Your daughter is my number one fan
And your trife ass wife wants a life with a black man
So who's the mac in fact who's the black jack
Sit back and get fat off the fat cat
While he thinks that he's getting over
I bust a move as smooth as casanova
And count another quick meal
I'm getting paid for my traid but its still real
And if you look between the lines you'll find a rhyme
AS strong as a fuckin' nine
Mail stacked up niggas wanna act up
Let's put the gats up and throw your backs up
But the cops getting dropped by the gun shot
Usta come but he's done, now we run the block
To my brothers stay strong keep yah heads up
They know we fed up
But we they just don't give a fuck
They just don't give a fuck
I gotta give my fuck offs
Fuck you to the San FranCisco police department
Fuck you to the Marin County Sheriff department
Fuck you to the F.B.I
Fuck you to the C.I.A
Fuck you to the B-u-s-h
Fuck you to the AmeriKKKa
Fuck you to all you redneck prejudice mutha fuckas
And fuck yah
Fuck Y'all
Punk gay sensitive little dick bastards
2paclypse mutha fuckin' know
Y'all can kiss my ass and suck my dick
And my uncle Tommy's balls
Fuck Y'all
Punks, punks, punks, punks, punks
The song "I Don't Give a Fuck" by Ace Hood features lyrics that reflect the frustration and anger felt by many Black Americans who have been unfairly targeted by police and subjected to systemic racism. The first verse describes the singer's experiences with police brutality and the lack of justice following such incidents. He expresses his anger towards the authorities who are supposed to protect citizens but end up taking innocent lives instead.
The second verse targets the issue of gang violence and the prevalent mentality in the community that leads to such acts. The singer highlights the irony of the police being referred to as the biggest gang in the city, as they often exhibit the same kind of violence and aggression as gangs. He also addresses the issue of racism and stereotypes that Black Americans face, where innocent people are often targeted and falsely accused of crimes.
The final verse takes aim at the societal systems that enable and prop up these injustices. The singer calls out various authorities, including the police, FBI, CIA, and even the president of the United States, and expresses his anger towards them for perpetuating systemic racism and oppression. He also addresses the issue of toxic masculinity by using profanity towards those who might make homophobic or sexist comments towards him.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't give a fuck
I am completely indifferent and unbothered
They done push me to the limit the more I live
The constant challenges and struggles I face have pushed me to my breaking point
I might blow up any minute, did it again
I am on the verge of exploding with anger or frustration, repeating the same destructive patterns
Now I'm in the back of the paddy wagon
I am being arrested and taken away in a police vehicle
While this cops bragging about the nigga he's jackin
The police officer is boasting about apprehending and harassing a black man
I see no justice
There is a lack of fairness and equality in the system I observe
All I see is niggas dying fast
I witness countless black individuals being killed and oppressed
The sound of a gun blast
I hear the loud and violent noise of guns being fired
Then watch the hurst past
I witness funeral processions passing by, symbolizing death and loss
Just another day in the life 'G'
This is the harsh reality and routine experience for someone like me
Gotta step lightly cuz cops tried to snippe me
I must be cautious and careful because law enforcement has attempted to harm or kill me
The catch, they don't wanna stop at the brother man
The police have a hidden agenda and target black individuals
But then they'll have an accident and pick up another man
However, eventually they will encounter a mishap and target someone else
I went to the bank to cash my cheque
I visited the bank to cash my paycheck
I get more respect from the mutha-fuckin' dope man
I receive greater respect and value from drug dealers than from society
The Grammy's and the American music shows pimp us like hoes
Award shows and music industry exploit and objectify us for profit
They got dough but they hate us though
These individuals have wealth and success, but still harbor hatred towards us
You better keep your mind on the real shit
You must focus on the important issues and not get distracted
And fuck trying to get with these crooked ass hypocrites
I have no interest in associating with dishonest and hypocritical individuals
They way they see it, we was meant to be keep down
They believe that we were destined to be oppressed and held back
Just can't understand why we getting respect now
They are confused about the growing respect and recognition we receive
Mama told me they're be days like this
My mother warned me that there would be difficult days
But I'm pissed cause it stays like this
However, I am angry and frustrated because this difficult situation persists
And now they trying to send me off to Kuwait
They are attempting to send me to Kuwait for a military assignment
Gimme a break
Give me a moment to breathe and relax
How much shit can a nigga take
I cannot bear any more hardships and mistreatment
I ain't goin' nowhere no how
I will not be leaving or backing down under any circumstances
Better bring your guns pal
You should prepare yourself with weapons because a confrontation is imminent
Cuz this is the day we make 'em pay
This is the moment when we demand justice and hold our oppressors accountable
Fuck bailin' hate I bail and spray with my A-K
Instead of avoiding or escaping from hate, I confront it aggressively with my AK-47 rifle
And even if they shoot me down
Even if they kill me
There'll be another nigga bigger
There will always be someone else to take my place and continue the fight
So step but you better step quick
Anyone who opposes us should be prepared to act swiftly
From the mutha-fuckin' underground
From the marginalized and oppressed community
Cause the clocks goin' tick and I'm sick of the bullshit
Time is running out and I am tired of the deception and lies
You're watching the makings of a physco-path
You are witnessing the development of a disturbed and violent individual
The truth didn't last
The truth was not able to prevail or endure
Before the wrath and aftermath
Before the destructive and consequential aftermath
Who's that behind the trigger?
Who is the person responsible for pulling the trigger of the gun?
Who'd do yah figure!?
Who would you expect or predict to be the culprit?
A mutha-fuckin night nigga
A black individual who thrives in darkness or illicit activities
Ready to buck and rip shit up
Prepared to engage in violence and cause havoc
I had enough and I don't give a fuck
I have reached my limit and no longer care about the consequences
Niggas!, isn't just the blacks
The term 'niggas' extends beyond black individuals
Also a gang of mutha-fuckas dressed in blue slacks
It also refers to the police officers who wear blue uniforms
They say niggas hang in packs and their attitude is shitty
Society claims that black individuals often form groups and have negative attitudes
Tell me, who's the biggest gang of niggas in the city
Who is the most influential and powerful group of black individuals in the city? (Hint: referring to the police)
They say niggas like to do niggas
The belief is that black individuals have a tendency to harm each other
Throw me in the cuffs with just two niggas
I was falsely arrested and placed in handcuffs alongside two other black individuals
A street walkin' nigga and a beat walkin' nigga with a badge
One of the two individuals was a police officer patrolling on foot
I had to shoot yah and the pass for the blast take his cash
I had to shoot the police officer and take his money as compensation for the violence and injustice he represents
And that's just his luck
That unfortunate outcome is simply his fate
And bash his head in dump him at the dead in
I proceeded to violently attack and dispose of his body in a specific location
Cause a nigga like me
Because an individual like me
Don't really give a fuck
I genuinely do not care
Walked in the store what's everybody staring at
Entered a store and noticed everyone looking at me intensely
They act like they never seen a mutha fucker wearing black
They behave as if they have never encountered someone dressed in black clothing before
Following a nigga and shit
Continuously surveilling and monitoring me
Ain't this a bitch
Isn't this frustrating and irritating?
All I wanted was some chips
I simply desired to purchase some snacks
I wanna take my business else where
I wish to patronize another establishment instead
But where?
However, I am unsure of where to find an alternative
Cause who in the hell cares
Because it seems like nobody cares or values my business
About a black man with a black need
About a black individual with basic desires and needs
They wanna jack me like some kind of crack fiend
They want to exploit and extort me as if I were a drug addict
I wonder if knows that my income is more than
I ponder or question if they are aware that my earnings exceed
His pension, salary and then some
The amount he receives as a pension, salary, and even more
Your daughter is my number one fan
Your daughter admires and supports me wholeheartedly
And your trife ass wife wants a life with a black man
Your unfaithful wife desires to be in a relationship with a black man like me
So who's the mac in fact who's the black jack
Who is the true player and winner? Who holds the power in this situation?
Sit back and get fat off the fat cat
Recline and profit from the wealthy and powerful individual
While he thinks that he's getting over
While he assumes he is deceiving or taking advantage of others
I bust a move as smooth as casanova
I execute my actions with the same charm and suavity as Casanova
And count another quick meal
And tally up another swift source of income
I'm getting paid for my traid but its still real
I am earning money through illicit activities, but the dangers and risks are still present
And if you look between the lines you'll find a rhyme
If you analyze the situation more deeply, you will discover a hidden meaning or purpose
AS strong as a fuckin' nine
As powerful and significant as a handgun
Mail stacked up niggas wanna act up
My mailbox overflowing with letters from people who want to confront or challenge me
Let's put the gats up and throw your backs up
Let's put our guns away and prepare to fight, ready to defend ourselves
But the cops getting dropped by the gun shot
In contrast, the police officers will be injured or killed by our gunfire
Usta come but he's done, now we run the block
The police used to have control, but now we dominate and rule the neighborhood
To my brothers stay strong keep yah heads up
To my fellow black individuals, remain resilient and optimistic
They know we fed up
They are aware of our frustration and discontent
But we they just don't give a fuck
However, they are indifferent and unconcerned about our struggles
They just don't give a fuck
They simply do not care or show any concern
I gotta give my fuck offs
I need to express my strong disapproval and disregard for certain individuals or groups
Fuck you to the San FranCisco police department
I condemn and express my anger towards the San Francisco police department
Fuck you to the Marin County Sheriff department
I condemn and express my anger towards the Marin County Sheriff department
Fuck you to the F.B.I
I condemn and express my anger towards the Federal Bureau of Investigation
Fuck you to the C.I.A
I condemn and express my anger towards the Central Intelligence Agency
Fuck you to the B-u-s-h
I condemn and express my anger towards the Bush administration
Fuck you to the AmeriKKKa
I condemn and express my anger towards the United States, particularly the systemic racism and oppression within the country
Fuck you to all you redneck prejudice mutha fuckas
I condemn and express my anger towards all the ignorant and racially biased individuals
And fuck yah
And I also condemn and express my anger towards you specifically
Fuck Y'all
I condemn and express my anger towards all of you
Punk gay sensitive little dick bastards
I derogatively describe a group of weak, homophobic, and insecure individuals
2paclypse mutha fuckin' know
I identify myself as someone who embodies the spirit and legacy of 2Pac (Tupac Shakur)
Y'all can kiss my ass and suck my dick
I assert my dominance and superiority, demanding disrespect towards those who oppose me
And my uncle Tommy's balls
Additionally, I express my disregard and disrespect towards my uncle Tommy, even referencing his genitals
Fuck Y'all
Once again, I condemn and express my anger towards all of you
Punks, punks, punks, punks, punks
I repeatedly insult and degrade the individuals I am addressing
Contributed by Isabella B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.