All my life
Akon/Styles P Lyrics

Tony Soprano juice
Feeling powerful and in control, like the main character of The Sopranos, Tony Soprano

Hit 'em, play the block and shot up the canvas too
Being aggressive and destructive, not caring about the consequences or the people affected

Repping for my niggas gone, that's what Phantoms do
Representing and honoring those who have passed away, and living extravagantly to make up for their absence

Get you dead at 25, yeah, that's what cannons do
Being involved in dangerous activities that can potentially lead to early death, like getting shot by a gun (referred to as a 'cannon')

All my niggas animals, got them hood-rats in them cheetah prints
Surrounding oneself with wild and dangerous people, who are attracted to flashy and ostentatious displays of wealth

I ain't even fucking her, she just get that heater in
Being focused on using women for their ability to conceal and store weapons, rather than engaging in sexual relationships

Thinking 'bout the Aston Martin, I can play Anita in
Dreaming of owning a luxury car, and being able to play the role of Anita in the 1961 film West Side Story, which features a character driving an Aston Martin

Couple niggas doing life, I ain't gon' see again
Having friends who have been sentenced to life in prison, and accepting that they will never be able to be together again

Couple niggas owe money, somebody gotta bleed again
Being willing to resort to violence in order to collect money that is owed

Styles don't even write his shit, I pray that I don't see the pen (I pray)
Acknowledging that Styles P, a fellow rapper, does not write his own lyrics, and hoping to never be in a situation where one has to rely on ghostwriters

Selling crack out the same crib that we was sleeping in (same crib)
Engaging in drug dealing activities from the same place one sleeps, showing a lack of concern for personal safety or potential legal consequences

Dead broke, robbed the DJ 'fore we get the speakers in (c'mere)
Being so financially desperate that one resorts to stealing from others (in this case, a DJ's equipment) before even setting up their own set

Chain like Dasani, my pistol match the Armani
Wearing expensive jewelry and clothing in order to achieve a flashy and intimidating image

Tryna stay cool like Ghandi, my schemes be Ponzi
Attempting to appear calm and composed, like the leader of the Indian independence movement Mahatma Gandhi, while engaging in fraudulent schemes similar to a Ponzi scheme

Same nigga had Christina Milian at Hajees (true story)
Boasting about a true story in which one was able to romantically pursue a famous celebrity (Christina Milian) while at a restaurant called Hajees

Cook you niggas over a grill, this shit Hibachi
Being able to defeat or outperform others, like cooking food on a hibachi grill

For all of the homies that been locked up (locked up)
Showing solidarity with friends who are currently incarcerated

For all of the work that been chopped up (chopped up)
Honoring those who have been successful in the drug trade, and acknowledging the hard work that goes into it

Cop you designer and stay shopped up up (shopped up)
Buying expensive designer clothing and accessories, and making sure to always look one's best

Luxury V, stay dropped up (dropped up)
Driving a high-end luxury car and keeping it lowered, in order to demonstrate wealth and status

Couple homies going to jail
Accepting that some friends will inevitably be going to prison, due to their involvement in illegal activities

Me and East in Philipes, if you say we going to Chow
Hanging out at a fancy restaurant (Philipes), and expressing disdain for those who are not familiar with the establishment

I let the shit ring, my nigga throw in the towel
Being willing to get into fights and engage in violence, and forcing one's friend to give up when things get too dangerous

Throw weed in the pipe before I'm going to Tao
Smoking marijuana before going to the night club Tao

I'm not wise enough, have never known a L
Being aware of one's own lack of wisdom, but stating that they have never taken a loss

But I'm smart enough to stay low, always go on the prowl
Knowing when to keep a low profile and avoid drawing attention to oneself, but also always staying alert and aware of the surroundings

This some grimey shit, I'm never going to trial
Being involved in illegal and shady activities, but being unwilling to face trial and take responsibility for them

Shoot it out with the law, you know I'm going in style
Being willing to engage in violent showdowns with law enforcement, rather than being taken into custody peacefully

You've been broke for a minute, ain't got no dough in a while
Noticing and pointing out when someone has been struggling financially for a long time

No soda but I've seen fiends leave with coke and a smile
Not having access to a mixer (soda) for cocaine, but seeing that people are still enjoying the drug and feeling happy

Phillipe closed, fuck it, I make 'em open uptown
Being so wealthy and influential that one can force a high-end restaurant like Philipes to open up in a new location

In love with the 'Rari but honestly the Rover my style (Range)
Preferring an expensive car like the Ferrari, but recognizing that the more practical and versatile Range Rover is better suited for one's lifestyle

Violatin', think it's funny, watch how it go when you smile
Being willing to harm or act out against those who disrespect or violate one's boundaries, even if they don't take it seriously at first

Lost a lot of homies so my momma just hope that I smile
Experiencing the loss of many friends, and trying to keep a positive attitude to make one's mother happy

Purple tops, get familiar, I seen that coke in a vial
Being familiar with purple-colored bags of cocaine, and recognizing it when seeing it packaged in small vials

If I was hauling before, you know I'm hauling it now
Being involved in drug trafficking in the past, and continuing the same activities in the present

If you don't like me, you don't like me, it's more than enough shots for you
Recognizing that not everyone will like or approve of one's actions or personality, and being content with that fact

Smack a nigga, he gon' post it or call the cops on you
Being aware of the dangers of physical violence, and the possibility that the person being hit may seek retaliation or call the police

You don't know paranoia, until somebody got the drop on you
Feeling extreme anxiety and fear when someone has acquired information or knowledge that puts one in a vulnerable position

Case don't get dismissed, I know some niggas that shot lawyers
Having connections to dangerous people who are not afraid to harm lawyers or engage in extreme measures to get a case dismissed

And the DA too, come to the credit, ask the plug, I was pre-approved
Being connected with influential and powerful figures (the 'plug'), and being guaranteed approval for loans or credit

Real niggas see the mood
Being perceptive and aware of the underlying tone or atmosphere of a situation

Got the strap say you gon' clap, gotta see it through
Carrying a firearm and being willing to use it, and not backing down from a confrontation or threat

Live by my word, that's my word, how G are you?
Being true to one's word and promises, and questioning the authenticity or loyalty of those who do not uphold their own values