Ghetto
August Alsina ft Yo Gotti Lyrics


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She got a Bugatti body, yeah she a beast in the streets
She from the projects, the hood, you know, same spot as me
I told her "We already rich, shawty, I need a freak"
Do some secrets to you, you do some secrets to me
I won't tell nobody, remind me of Yaris
Peep the oven and foreign, shawty ride with a real nigga
Say V-12 turn her on, ex-boyfriend won't leave her alone
She livin' in the past, tryna move it on, just need one day with me alone
Same house I'm was trappin' at, same house I'm was stashin' in
In the front room on the couch, tryna knock her back in
Making love on the dope money, she in love with a dope boy
And she ain't worried 'bout them other hoes, old boy Mike got one
Don't be ashamed of the projects shawty, let 'em know you a project shawty
Pieces to the puzzle and there's levels to shit shit, them other hoes can't buy that shawty
I'm from the ghetto, doors on the Lam say hello
Ass in the pen like jello, lookin real real good in them stilettos, but she still ghetto

I love the way you keep them heels on
Hair ain't yours but it’s paid for and it’s real long
Show them tattoos when you switch it up with your J's on
And you got an ass so fat that I can’t help but to feel on
And you keep it real when it comes to having sex, girl you don’t ever flex
Long as I fuck you good, you ain’t worried bout what’s next
That’s why I keep you here, you ain’t like them other hoes
'Cause you the fucking best, just in case you didn’t know

'Cause you ain’t got a half a million dollar condo
And you ain’t got a hundred thousand dollar car
But you got a billion dollar body, trust me I know
You keep it hood no matter where you are

'Cause you come from the ghetto, love 'em from the ghetto
Girl you’re the type I like, that’s why I keep you right, you out the ghetto
Love 'em from the ghetto
Ain’t afraid to let it show baby, go on let them know
You out the ghetto, better let 'em know
You from the ghetto, better let ’em know
Girl you are the ghetto, better let’em know
Better let’em know, you out that G-H-E-T-T-O

You hold it down
And you never let them haters come around
Girl that’s why I keep you on speed dial, just in case some shit get bad
Keep that ratchet in your bag and a little cash
Just in case I need you
If they lock me down I know I'd see you, that’s without a doubt
I know you understand how it go but you’re down for the ride
That’s why I still keep you by my side

'Cause you ain’t got a half a million dollar condo
And you ain’t got a hundred thousand dollar car
But you got a billion dollar body, trust me I know
You keep it hood no matter where you are

'Cause you come from the ghetto, love 'em from the ghetto
Girl you’re the type I like, that’s why I keep you right, you out the ghetto
Love 'em from the ghetto
Ain’t afraid to let it show baby, go on let them know
You out the ghetto, better let 'em know
You from the ghetto, better let ’em know




Ghetto, better let’em know
Better let’em know, you out that G-H-E-T-T-O

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Ghetto" by August Alsina ft. Yo Gotti paint a picture of a strong and independent woman who comes from the same background as the artists. The song celebrates and acknowledges the beauty, resilience, and strength of women who come from the ghetto, paying tribute to their talents, personality, and physical features. August Alsina's hook asserts how much he loves the way this woman looks, how she carries herself, and how she's not afraid to be who she is regardless of her background. And while she might not have a lavish lifestyle, she keeps it real and values loyalty and honesty in her relationships - as long as she's with the right person, she's happy.


Yo Gotti's verse picks up where Alsina left off, describing how he admires his woman's dedication, independence, and sense of self-preservation. While it's clear that he feels protective of her, he recognizes that she can handle herself and knows her way around the streets. He notes how she keeps a gun and some cash with her at all times, just in case. In the end, the song celebrates the woman who might come from the gutter but can still hold her own and thrive despite the odds.


Overall, "Ghetto" is a love letter to strong and independent women who come from the ghetto. It celebrates their resilience, independence, and self-confidence, as well as their unique beauty and talents. It also sheds light on the harsh reality of living in the ghetto and the challenges these women face on a daily basis. Yet, despite it all, they remain true to themselves, and that's what makes them stand out.


Line by Line Meaning

She got a Bugatti body, yeah she a beast in the streets
She has a beautiful and attractive physique like a Bugatti car and is skilled in surviving the harsh realities of the street life.


She from the projects, the hood, you know, same spot as me
She comes from the same neighborhood and similar background as me, where poverty, violence, and crime are rampant.


I told her 'We already rich, shawty, I need a freak'
I reminded her that although we may not be financially rich, we have each other and that's all that matters. I also expressed my desire for her wild and kinky side.


Do some secrets to you, you do some secrets to me
I proposed that we share intimate secrets with each other and keep them confidential to build trust and connection.


I won't tell nobody, remind me of Yaris
I promised to keep her secrets and compared her loyalty to the reliable and trustworthy Toyota Yaris car.


Peep the oven and foreign, shawty ride with a real nigga
I pointed out her luxurious and expensive possessions, implying that she only rides with a genuine and authentic person like me.


Say V-12 turn her on, ex-boyfriend won't leave her alone
I mentioned that a V-12 engine excites her and that her ex-boyfriend is still trying to win her back.


She livin' in the past, tryna move it on, just need one day with me alone
She is struggling to let go of her past and move on, but she believes that spending time alone with me could be therapeutic and helpful in moving forward.


Same house I'm was trappin' at, same house I'm was stashin' in
She lives in the same house where I used to sell drugs and keep them hidden.


In the front room on the couch, tryna knock her back in
We were having sex on the couch in the living room, and I was trying to make her orgasm again.


Making love on the dope money, she in love with a dope boy
We are making love in the same place where I used to keep my earnings from selling drugs, and she is attracted to me despite my dangerous and illicit profession.


And she ain't worried 'bout them other hoes, old boy Mike got one
She is not concerned about other women trying to seduce me because Old Boy Mike is already with one.


Don't be ashamed of the projects shawty, let 'em know you a project shawty
I encouraged her not to be embarrassed or ashamed of her upbringing and background from the projects, rather embrace it and let others know who she truly is.


Pieces to the puzzle and there's levels to shit shit, them other hoes can't buy that shawty
Life is complicated and has various factors, and not everyone can possess the unique qualities that she has, which cannot be bought.


I'm from the ghetto, doors on the Lam say hello
I come from the same ghetto neighborhood where Lamborghini doors signify success and prosperity.


Ass in the pen like jello, lookin real real good in them stilettos, but she still ghetto
Her buttocks look appealing and bouncy like jello, and she looks attractive and stylish in stilettos, but she still represents the hood and ghetto lifestyle.


I love the way you keep them heels on
I'm attracted to the way she wears heels even during sexual encounters.


Hair ain't yours but it’s paid for and it’s real long
Her hair may be bought and not naturally growing from her scalp, but it's still long and flows nicely.


Show them tattoos when you switch it up with your J's on
I like when she wears Jordans and shows off her tattoos by changing outfits.


And you got an ass so fat that I can't help but to feel on
Her large buttocks are irresistible to touch and feel for me.


And you keep it real when it comes to having sex, girl you don't ever flex
She is genuine and authentic when it comes to sexual intercourse, and she never fakes or pretends anything.


Long as I fuck you good, you ain't worried bout what's next
As long as I satisfy her sexually, she doesn't care about the future or anything else.


That's why I keep you here, you ain't like them other hoes
I keep her by my side because she's different from other promiscuous women and values me for more than just sex.


'Cause you the fucking best, just in case you didn't know
I wanted to remind her that she's indeed the best partner I've had in sex and other aspects of a relationship.


'Cause you ain't got a half a million dollar condo
I appreciate her for who she is and don't care about her material possessions or financial status.


And you ain't got a hundred thousand dollar car
I find her attractive and love her regardless of whether she owns an expensive car or not.


But you got a billion dollar body, trust me I know
I value her irresistible and stunning body more than any expensive material possession, and I possess enough knowledge and experience to understand and appreciate this fact.


You keep it hood no matter where you are
She will always be true to herself and her background, and she will never forget her roots and where she comes from- the hood.


'Cause you come from the ghetto, love 'em from the ghetto
Because we come from the same neighborhood and background, I love and appreciate her more.


Girl you're the type I like, that's why I keep you right, you out the ghetto
She is the ideal woman I seek, and that's why she is the one by my side, and she has moved on from the ghetto lifestyle.


Love 'em from the ghetto
I love to be with women who come from the ghetto and share the same upbringing and experiences as me.


Ain't afraid to let it show baby, go on let them know
She is proud of her background and not ashamed to display it to others.


You out the ghetto, better let 'em know
She has moved on from her ghetto lifestyle, and others should know and respect her transformation and hard work.


You from the ghetto, better let 'em know
She never forgets her origins and roots, and she wants outsiders to know where she comes from.


Girl you are the ghetto, better let 'em know
She is a true representative and embodiment of the ghetto lifestyle, and she wants others to recognize and respect that fact.


Better let 'em know, you out that G-H-E-T-T-O
She has fought hard to escape and leave behind the ghetto life, and she wants others to know and acknowledge that fact.


You hold it down
She remains steadfast and loyal to me in any situation, even when the going gets tough.


And you never let them haters come around
She never tolerates negative and jealous people in her circle and always has my back.


Girl, that's why I keep you on speed dial, just in case some shit get bad
I keep her contact number saved and ready for emergency situations or when I need her help.


Keep that ratchet in your bag and a little cash
She always carries a weapon and some extra money, just in case of an emergency or unforeseen circumstance.


Just in case I need you
She is always there for me, no matter what, in times of need.


If they lock me down I know I'd see you, that's without a doubt
If I end up getting incarcerated, I know for sure that she will come visit me and support me.


I know you understand how it go, but you’re down for the ride
She fully comprehends the complications and risks of our relationship but is ready to face those and be with me anyway.


That's why I still keep you by my side
She is irreplaceable and invaluable, and that's why I have never let her go and kept her close to me.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, TIG7 PUBLISHING
Written by: SAMUEL IRVING, RALPH JEANTY, SEAN MCMILLION, DEQUANTES DEVONTAY LAMAR, AUGUST ALSINA

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Sista Solider

She got a Bugatti body, yeah she a beast in the streets
She from the projects, the hood, you know same spot as me
I told her "We already rich, shawty, I need a freak"
Do some secrets to you, if you do some secrets to me
I won't tell nobody, remind me of Yaris
Beat it up in that foreign, shawty ride with a real nigga
Faded V-12 on the arm, ex-boyfriend won't leave her alone
She ain't living in the past, tryna move it on, text me one day when me alone
Same house I was trapping at, same house I was stashing in
In the front room on the couch, tryna knock her back in
Making love on the dope money, she in love with a dope boy
And she ain't worried 'bout them other hoes, old boy Mike got one
Don't be ashamed of the projects shawty, let 'em know you a project shawty
Peace to the puss and never to the shh, them other hoes can't buy that shawty
I'm from the ghetto, doors on the Lam' say hello
Ass in the pan like jello, looking real real good in them stilettos, but she still ghetto

[Verse 2: August Alsina]
I love the way you keep them heels on
Hair ain't yours but it's paid for and it's real long
Show them tattoos when you switch it up with your J's on
And you got an ass so fat that I can't help but to feel on and you keep it real
When it comes to having sex, girl you don't ever flex
Long as I fuck you good, you ain't worried 'bout what's next
That's why I keep you here, you ain't like them other hoes
Cause you the fucking best, just in case you didn't know

[Pre-Hook: August Alsina]
Cause you ain't got a half a million dollar condo
And you ain't got a hundred thousand dollar car
But you got a billion dollar body, trust me I know
You keep it hood no matter where you are



[Hook: August Alsina]
Cause you come from the ghetto, love 'em from the ghetto
Girl you're the type I like, that's why I keep you right you out the ghetto
Love 'em from the ghetto
Ain't afraid to let it show, baby, gon' and let them know
You out the ghetto, better let 'em know
You from the ghetto, better let 'em know
Girl you are the ghetto, better let 'em know
Better let 'em know, you out that G-H-E-T-T-O

[Verse 3: August Alsina]
You hold it down and you never let them haters come around
Girl that's why I keep you on speed dial
Just in case some shit get bad
Keep that ratchet in your bag and a little cash
Just in case I need you
If they lock me down I know I'd see you, that's without a doubt
I know you understand how it go but you're down for the ride
That's why I still keep you by my side

[Pre-Hook: August Alsina]
Cause you ain't got a half a million dollar condo
And you ain't got a hundred thousand dollar car
But you got a billion dollar body, trust me I know
You keep it hood no matter where you are

[Hook: August Alsina]
Cause you come from the ghetto, love 'em from the ghetto
Girl you're the type I like, that's why I keep you right you out the ghetto
Love 'em from the ghetto
Ain't afraid to let it show, baby, gon' and let them know
You out the ghetto, better let 'em know
You from the ghetto, better let 'em know
Girl you are the ghetto, better let 'em know
Better let 'em know, you out that G-H-E-T-T-O



All comments from YouTube:

Kenn Cliff

This Yo gotti verse is fire .the way he flows from the first is dope🔥🔥🔥

Nita

I love this version! yo gotti killed it!😍😍😍😍

Bradley Ford

Nita 😘

Taquashia

I love August's voice in this song! 🙌🙌

krystal harris

He never disappoints me always make great music...I love him so much!!

SoKenzi

This is better than the one with Rich Homie...

Honeydump95

J True I visited your channel and was thoroughly disappointed... 

Honeydump95

Crackin tha fuck up. they make medicine for that shit, they call that delusional

Guts

Lmfao hell no...Yo Gotti is terrible.

Kloye Hannah

I disagree lol but maybe yo gotti iz jus not sinqqinq on the right part AA should sinq in the beginning not yo gotti rapping 👎👎

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