Hard N Da Paint
Ali & Gipp feat. Nelly Lyrics


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When I pull up in the club
I'm goin' hard in the paint
(I'm goin') hard in the paint
(We goin') hard in the paint,
And when I step up in the mall
I'm goin' hard in the paint
(I'm goin') hard in the paint
(We goin') hard in the paint,

And when I leave up out the club
They say that's not right
(See they say) that's not right
(See they say) that's not right,
And when I creep up out the mall
They say that's not right
(See they say) that's not right
(See they say) that's not right

I bet yo bikes ain't louder than mine
(Tell em daddy)
I bet yo rims ain't higher than mine
(Tell em daddy)
I bet yo pockets ain't fatter than mine
(Tell em daddy)
I bet yo chick ain't as bad as mine
(Kill em daddy)

Shorty Scripe Yellow Stripe
Yeah Gipp got 4
Krispy Kreme in the paint
Chrome on the toes
Snow blows out the AC, 4-5 Doors
And I never leave the club less its 4-5 hoes (That's right)
Money hungry hustlers,
Real-estate investors,
Get the fuckin' friend

Like he'll never be a customer
Dougy fresh clean,
On the scene chokin' Irene
We don't do relationships
We'd rather have a fling,
My jeans and my shoes worth
More than a grand
40-thousand in the car
Keep em closer at hand,
Watch the stone in my ear
Make the hoes go "Dang!"
And the women love me
'Cause they know who I am

When I pull up in the club
I'm goin' hard in the paint
(I'm goin') hard in the paint
(We goin') hard in the paint,
And when I step up in the 'morn
I'm goin' hard in the paint
(I'm goin') hard in the paint
(We goin') hard in the paint,

And when I leave up out the club
They say that's not right
(See they say) that's not right
(See they say) that's not right,
And when I creep up out the mall
They say that's not right
(Ya see they say) that's not right
(Ya see they say) that's not right

I bet yo bikes ain't louder than mine
(Tell em daddy)
I bet yo rims ain't higher than mine
(Tell em daddy)
I bet yo pockets ain't fatter than mine
(Tell em daddy)
I bet yo chick ain't as bad as mine
(Kill em daddy)

I'm ridin' high in that
Sudan DeVille
Creepin' slow on up that hill
Get to the top to stunt on Jack
We ride on down to Smash Jill
Look here ma now this the deal
While I go deep like Navy Seals,
Then I like to disappear
Like I'm David Copperfield
Man, Please, I'm 1 of the realist in rap
That's right how could I go broke
When I'm 1 of Bobs Cats
See If u didn't well now u know

Just Cock it back and let it Go
My muscle cars is so strong
The license say, "BOWCO",
'Ya get it? my license plate
Reads, "BOWCO"
(Damn, his license plate read BOWCO)
Home-town rider
St. Louis Resider
Dig in my Backyard u might just find a geyser
Garage look like prize
Motors I ain't jokin'
Check my Chick she smokin'
She sick wit it from
St. Louis to Oakland
Come On

When I pull up in the club
I'm goin' hard in the paint
(I'm goin') hard in the paint
(We goin') hard in the paint,
And when I step up in the mall
I'm goin' hard in the paint
(I'm goin') hard in the paint
(We goin') hard in the paint,

And when I creep up out the club
They say that's not right
(See they say) that's not right
(See they say) that's not right,
And when I creep up out the mall
They say that's not right
(See they say) that's not right
(See they say) that's not right

I bet yo bikes ain't louder than mine
(Tell em daddy)
I bet yo rims ain't higher than mine
(Tell em daddy)
I bet yo pockets ain't fatter than mine
(Tell em daddy)
I bet yo chick ain't as bad as mine
(Kill em daddy)

It's not a game
But I'm a still gonna play in the streets
Ball hard 'till I fall
Seven days of the week
On Monday I'm a get up and go
And turn down the mall,
Chick with some Bentley
Puffy booty look small
On Tuesday I'm a fall through Paul's Shop,

Drop 100 puttin' shoes on All my drop
Wednesday I'm a go to the jewelry store
Thursday its back to the Jewelry store once more
Friday I'm a G-4 to the west coast,
Hook up wit that ease
Come back with the best Smokes
Saturday I like to down,
Sunday I coupe to the city,
With my 4-15 for
B-B-B- beatin' that Nitti

When I pull up in the club
I'm goin' hard in the paint
(I'm goin') hard in the paint
(We goin') hard in the paint,
And when I step up in the 'morn
I'm goin' hard in the paint
(I'm goin') hard in the paint
(We goin') hard in the paint,

And when I creep up out the club
They say that's not right
(See they say) that's not right
(See they say) that's not right,
And when I leave up out the 'morn
They say that's not right
(Ya see they say) that's not right
(Ya see they say) that's not right

I bet yo bikes ain't louder than mine
(Tell em daddy)
I bet yo rims ain't higher than mine
(Tell em daddy)
I bet yo pockets ain't fatter than mine
(Tell em daddy)




I bet yo chick ain't as bad as mine
(Kill em daddy)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ali & Gipp feat. Nelly's song "Hard N Da Paint" describe the lifestyle and attitude of the rappers as they go about their daily business of clubbing, shopping, and showing off their wealth and success. The phrase "hard in the paint" refers to giving one's all and leaving everything on the court or in the game, as in playing basketball.


The first verse describes how the rappers go hard in the paint when they pull up in the club or step up in the mall. They are confident and unapologetic about their success and the attention they attract. When they leave, people may criticize or envy them, but they don't care. The chorus repeats this refrain and adds a boastful challenge to anyone who thinks they can outdo them in terms of bikes, rims, pockets, or chicks.


The second verse provides more details about the rappers' lifestyle and interests. Gipp has four yellow striped cars and chrome on his toes. They have expensive cars and clothes and don't care about relationships, only flings. They have more money and cars than they need but keep them close at hand. Nelly describes his license plate and hometown pride and references his girlfriend who is "sick wit it from St. Louis to Oakland." The bridge adds more examples of their routine, from shopping for shoes to traveling and indulging in treats.


Overall, the song celebrates the materialistic and hedonistic aspects of hip-hop culture and reflects the rappers' confidence and swagger. It also embodies the competitive spirit and determination of athletes who go hard in the paint to win.


Line by Line Meaning

When I pull up in the club
I'm making my entrance with style and confidence


I'm goin' hard in the paint
I'm going all in and giving my best performance


(I'm goin') hard in the paint
I'm putting my all into this performance


(We goin') hard in the paint,
We're all giving it our all and putting on a great show


And when I step up in the mall
I'm arriving with a sense of authority and purpose


And when I leave up out the club
I'm leaving the club and moving on to the next thing


They say that's not right
People might criticize me for my choices


(See they say) that's not right
Others may not agree with my actions


(See they say) that's not right,
Some people might disapprove of my decisions


And when I creep up out the mall
I'm leaving the mall quietly and discreetly


I bet yo bikes ain't louder than mine
My bike is the best and most impressive


(Tell em daddy)
I'm proud of my status and want to show it off


I bet yo rims ain't higher than mine
My wheels are more impressive and eye-catching than yours


I bet yo pockets ain't fatter than mine
I have more money and resources than you


I bet yo chick ain't as bad as mine
My girl is more attractive and desirable than yours


(Kill em daddy)
I'm really good at what I do and want to show it off


Shorty Scripe Yellow Stripe
Referring to a specific type of car or vehicle


Yeah Gipp got 4
I have four of these specific cars


Krispy Kreme in the paint
Referring to the paint color or design of the car


Chrome on the toes
Referring to the wheels or rims of the car


Snow blows out the AC, 4-5 Doors
Referring to the features and specifications of the car


And I never leave the club less its 4-5 hoes (That's right)
I'm always looking for excitement and attention, and that includes women


Money hungry hustlers,
Referring to people who are always looking for a way to make money


Real-estate investors,
Referring to people who invest in real estate and property


Get the fuckin' friend
Referring to using connections to make money or get ahead


Like he'll never be a customer
Referring to using someone without intending to bring them business


Dougy fresh clean,
Referring to a sense of style and personal confidence


On the scene chokin' Irene
Referring to smoking a substance or being involved in illegal activities


We don't do relationships
I'm not interested in having a traditional romantic relationship


We'd rather have a fling,
I'm more interested in having casual romantic experiences


My jeans and my shoes worth
The clothes and accessories I wear are expensive and impressive


More than a grand
They are worth more than one thousand dollars


40-thousand in the car
Referring to the value of the car


Keep em closer at hand,
I want to keep my valuable possessions safe and secure


Watch the stone in my ear
Referring to a piece of jewelry and its value


Make the hoes go "Dang!"
My style and presentation makes people envy or admire me


And the women love me
Women are attracted to me and want to be with me


'Cause they know who I am
I have a reputation and status that makes me desirable and interesting


And when I step up in the 'morn
Starting my day with purpose and energy


(Ya see they say) that's not right
People may judge or criticize me for my behavior or choices


I'm ridin' high in that
I'm driving a nice car or vehicle and feeling great about it


Sudan DeVille
Referring to a specific type of car or vehicle


Creepin' slow on up that hill
Driving slowly and carefully on a specific road or path


Get to the top to stunt on Jack
Arriving at a destination with style and confidence


We ride on down to Smash Jill
Moving on to another destination with confidence


Look here ma now this the deal
Asserting myself and my intentions to someone else


While I go deep like Navy Seals,
Referring to being skilled and competent at something


Then I like to disappear
I don't like to stick around in one place for too long


Like I'm David Copperfield
Referring to a magician who can disappear or make things disappear


Man, Please, I'm 1 of the realist in rap
I'm authentic and genuine in my role as a rapper


That's right how could I go broke
I'm financially secure and confident in my success


When I'm 1 of Bobs Cats
Referring to an exclusive and prestigious group or club


See If u didn't well now u know
I'm telling you something important and informative


Just Cock it back and let it Go
Referring to taking action and going for it


My muscle cars is so strong
I'm bragging about the power and performance of my cars


The license say, "BOWCO",
Referring to a specific license plate


'Ya get it? my license plate
Explaining the humor or cleverness of the license plate


Home-town rider
I'm true to my roots and where I come from


St. Louis Resider
Referring to living in a specific city or region


Dig in my Backyard u might just find a geyser
Referring to having valuable resources or hidden treasures


Garage look like prize
My garage is impressive and valuable


Motors I ain't jokin'
I'm serious and confident about my success in the auto industry


Check my Chick she smokin'
Referring to having a very attractive partner or girlfriend


She sick wit it from
She is talented, impressive, and skilled in her abilities


St. Louis to Oakland
Referring to traveling or moving between different locations


Come On
Encouraging someone to join in or continue with the action


It's not a game
I take my life and success very seriously


But I'm a still gonna play in the streets
I'm not afraid to take risks and enjoy myself


Ball hard 'till I fall
I'm going to give my all and enjoy every moment, no matter what happens


Seven days of the week
I'm always active, busy, and productive


On Monday I'm a get up and go
Starting my week with energy and determination


And turn down the mall,
Staying focused on my goals and not getting distracted


Chick with some Bentley
Referring to a very attractive woman


Puffy booty look small
Referring to physical appearance and attractiveness


On Tuesday I'm a fall through Paul's Shop,
Referring to visiting a specific location or event


Drop 100 puttin' shoes on All my drop
Referring to spending money and enjoying luxury


Wednesday I'm a go to the jewelry store
Continuing to enjoy things that make me feel good and successful


Thursday its back to the Jewelry store once more
Continuing to enjoy and indulge myself


Friday I'm a G-4 to the west coast,
Traveling and enjoying myself with friends and companions


Hook up wit that ease
Being successful and smooth in my interactions and relationships


Come back with the best Smokes
Enjoying the finer things in life


Saturday I like to down,
Slowing down and taking it easy after a busy week


Sunday I coupe to the city,
Traveling and exploring new places


With my 4-15 for
Referring to a specific type of firearm or weapon


B-B-B- beatin' that Nitti
Defending myself and my success against challengers




Lyrics Ā© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: CAMERON F. GIPP, CHADRON MOORE, ALI K. JONES, CORNELL HAYNES

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@ZEROPROD000

Nelly killed it šŸ’„šŸ‘ŠšŸ‘ŠšŸ‘Š

@Schmalzgau

Nitti killed this Beat

@noisykricket9089

Nelly been killing the game since country grammar people been sleeping on Dat boy since 2001

@butterboychocolate2845

man i love old music

@luckettajaws4048

my fav song i scream to you!

@KyleLucasMusic

Ali been the truth šŸ‘

@theyknowtv2258

This a damn classic šŸ”„šŸ’Æ #STL

@madelinemardigan3386

Complete rocker chick but for some reason I'm obsessed with gipp

@gv158

nelly fucking killed it

@DarthVador9510

The original "Hard in the Paint"

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