When You Sleep
B.A.G Lyrics


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Check the pain I inflict, like a convict, the Fulton digger
Jump in the Acura Vigor, after I stick ya
Rip ya like a razor, straight up Henny with no chaser
Watch me erase ya, misplace ya
Put you in the back with the derelicts
Yeah, I pop plenty shit
Chump, I'm making hits
No time for the crack rock and shit
Took it to another level
Now I'm getting crazy papes, getting paid from the devils
Another amateur trying to damage the pedigree
Of the B-I-G-G-I-E, you know it's me
Hoes I thought you know I'm smooth as a babies ass
Smooth as Teeddy Pendegrass, smoke the grass, get in your ass
The Brooklyn born Teflon don, wrecking shop
Getting props, proving nobody drops
Words as potent as the blunt smoking Bed-Stuy bandit
And niggas just can't understand it
I bust a cap for the brothers in Nap Nap, Comstock, and Clinton
You know my shit is hitting
Yeah ya'll a fly nigga, Biggie Smalls
Kicking flavor, make a nigga wanna dig up in they drawers
For the burner, catch a body
I got styles like karate
Jujitsu, when I hit you then I split you
Like a cantaloupe
Hope you got a rope to hang yourself
I rob for self, from Brooklyn, where else
Fat like a Lexus coupe, I'll rip your troop
Not even Lois Lane could get the scoop
What you think I'm stupid
My crew is mad deep
I hope you niggas sleep

I throw a bomb through you window
Burn you up and your hoe
I catch your mama going to therapy
And cut her throat
You lil' sister walking home from school
I abduct her, then I fuck her
I hit ya park close up with the Louisville Slugger
BGeezy is the hustla, ignorant motherfucker
I was taught how to bust heads by the best head busters
Cluckers, you know I got 'em, two for one, my nigga
I'm on V.L. if you want me, get some my nigga, come on

Thuggin is my thing, if I'm beefing I'm banging
Slanging, it's in my nature, gotta be about my paper
Haters, I don't like 'em, bitches, I don't trust'em
Niggas, I can't stand 'em, I creep down and pluck'em
Strap tsay in my hand, I gotta protect mine
Niggas trying to pull it off, pop goes the nine
That's how it gotta be in these uptown streets
And a nigga like me, I play this game for keep

I remember when niggas slang heroin up in balloons
I paid attention to everything, from killings to cartoons
Got a picture of Malcolm X on the wall in my room, bitch
Want some old nigga? Fuck with me, I'ma do 'em, shit
Nigga give me dope, I accept it, but don't respect him
Put my foot in their rectum right after I dome checked 'em
I be popping D, smoking weed, and full of that Hennesey
Fresh off the streets on my way to the penitentiary
Everybody whisper in ears when they gonna mention me
I been out doing it for years, since elementary
Real good relationship with guns and drugs
Because my whole neighborhood consists of crook and thugs
Everything is my own shit 'cause I don't fuck with scrubs
I don't need you harassing me when I'm up in the club
Trying to hustle a nigga, asking me for a dub
Quarter, ki's, and halfs is what I sling, 'cause that's what I love

I know you bitches know that I ain't to be played with
Don't have no picks and chooses who get they head split
They die quick, fucking with Turk, wodie get whacked
Spend a bin with Kevin and Randy leave ya flat on you back
And trust that, ain't 'bout to let no nigga steal me
Fuck that, I bust back with a .223
Big and full of that raw with no cut and be ready to creep
Innocent people move cause somebody fixing to get split

Na, na, it's iceberg shorty, Lordy have mercy
Come from under my shirts and flip 'em and reverse 'em
I'm coming so alert them
'Fore I hurt them, desert eagle bursting
You haven't seen the worst and
I'm right near you and my gun blast quick, dog
Could kill you so run, dash, get gone
Wodies movi'n slow around this time they got bricks dog
I ain't got bricks dog, nigga break it off, what

Un huh, B.I.G. with the Cash Money Millionaires, forever
Juvenile, Lil' Wayne, Baby, Turk, B.G., Manny Fresh




Slim, CEO, and me P. Diddy, B.I.G, Born Again
And we won't stop, get money niggas

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to B.I.G.'s "When You Sleep" are graphic and violent, reflecting a life of crime and danger. The artist describes himself as a cold-blooded killer, willing to take the lives of anyone who crosses him. He boasts about his abilities to inflict pain, dropping clues about his background and his rough life on the streets of Brooklyn. The verses are full of language and imagery that is rough, brutal and raw, offering a window into the harsh realities of life on the fringes of society.


The lyrics convey a sense of duality, with the artist embodying both the victim and the aggressor. On the one hand, he talks about how he has been wronged and how he has to defend himself and take aggressive action. On the other hand, he also seems to thrive off of the violence and chaos, reveling in his ability to hurt others. This duality is both unsettling and captivating, creating a complex portrait of a man who is both a victim and a perpetrator.


Overall, "When You Sleep" is a powerful song that speaks to the realities of the streets and the desperation that can drive people to violence. It is a reminder that there are many people in the world who are living in difficult conditions and who are struggling to survive, and that these people deserve our attention and our compassion, even when their words and actions are difficult to understand or justify.


Line by Line Meaning

Check the pain I inflict, like a convict, the Fulton digger
I am ruthless and cause significant harm, similar to a criminal convicted of murder.


Jump in the Acura Vigor, after I stick ya
After I attack you, I quickly escape in my Acura Vigor.


Rip ya like a razor, straight up Henny with no chaser
I tear you apart with the same precision as a sharp razor, just like drinking Hennessy straight without any mixers.


Watch me erase ya, misplace ya
Witness me completely eliminating you and making it seem like you never existed.


Put you in the back with the derelicts
I place you among the outcasts and social rejects, just like myself.


Yeah, I pop plenty shit
I speak aggressively and confidently, intimidating others.


Chump, I'm making hits
I am successful in creating popular songs that resonate with the audience.


No time for the crack rock and shit
I have moved past the dangerous and destructive lifestyle associated with crack cocaine.


Took it to another level
I have elevated my status and success to new heights.


Now I'm getting crazy papes, getting paid from the devils
I am accumulating significant wealth and profiting from morally questionable sources.


Another amateur trying to damage the pedigree
There are others who attempt to challenge my reputation and success, but they are inexperienced and pose no real threat.


Of the B-I-G-G-I-E, you know it's me
I am referring to myself, the renowned and iconic B.I.G.G.I.E.


Hoes I thought you know I'm smooth as a babies ass
Ladies, you should already be aware of my charm and smoothness, like the softness of a baby's skin.


Smooth as Teeddy Pendegrass, smoke the grass, get in your ass
I possess the same smoothness and soulful charm as Teddy Pendergrass, and I have the ability to enter your thoughts and emotions by smoking marijuana.


The Brooklyn born Teflon don, wrecking shop
As a native of Brooklyn, I am invincible and dominant, causing a scene of destruction everywhere I go.


Getting props, proving nobody drops
I receive acclaim and recognition, confirming that no one can defeat or surpass me.


Words as potent as the blunt smoking Bed-Stuy bandit
My lyrics are powerful and impactful, just like the notorious and elusive criminal from Bed-Stuy who smokes marijuana.


And niggas just can't understand it
Others struggle to comprehend or match my abilities and success.


I bust a cap for the brothers in Nap Nap, Comstock, and Clinton
I am willing to use violence and firearms to protect and stand up for the incarcerated individuals in Nap Nap, Comstock, and Clinton correctional facilities.


You know my shit is hitting
You are already aware that my music is popular and resonates with the audience.


Yeah ya'll a fly nigga, Biggie Smalls
Yes, I am a charismatic and stylish individual, commonly known as Biggie Smalls.


Kicking flavor, make a nigga wanna dig up in they drawers
My unique and captivating style captures people's attention and makes them feel compelled or excited.


For the burner, catch a body
To obtain a firearm for self-defense or aggression, potentially resulting in causing harm to another individual.


I got styles like karate
I possess various distinct and impressive styles, similar to the techniques used in the martial art of karate.


Jujitsu, when I hit you then I split you
Similar to the techniques used in jujitsu, I have the ability to strike you and immediately separate or divide you, causing severe damage.


Like a cantaloupe
Just like slicing open a cantaloupe, I have the skill to break you apart.


Hope you got a rope to hang yourself
I suggest that you have a means to inflict harm upon yourself, as I will not hesitate to bring you to a point of despair or self-destruction.


I rob for self, from Brooklyn, where else
I engage in theft or illegal activities solely for my personal benefit, and it originates from my hometown of Brooklyn.


Fat like a Lexus coupe, I'll rip your troop
I am confident and physically intimidating, similar to a luxurious and powerful Lexus coupe, and I can easily dismantle or defeat your entire group.


Not even Lois Lane could get the scoop
My actions and motives are so secretive that not even the renowned reporter Lois Lane could uncover or reveal them.


What you think I'm stupid
Do not underestimate my intelligence or street smarts.


My crew is mad deep
I am surrounded by a large, loyal, and formidable group of individuals.


I hope you niggas sleep
I wish for all my opponents to rest peacefully or be unaware of the consequences awaiting them.


I throw a bomb through you window
I engage in acts of violence and destruction by tossing explosive devices through your window.


Burn you up and your hoe
Not only will I cause harm to you, but also to the person you are involved with romantically.


I catch your mama going to therapy
I discover your mother seeking therapy to cope with her problems or personal issues.


And cut her throat
In a violent and ruthless manner, I slit her throat, causing fatal harm.


You lil' sister walking home from school
I locate and target your younger sister as she walks home from school.


I abduct her, then I fuck her
I forcefully take her against her will, and then engage in sexual acts with her.


I hit ya park close up with the Louisville Slugger
I attack your gathering or gathering place aggressively, using a Louisville Slugger baseball bat.


BGeezy is the hustla, ignorant motherfucker
I, BGeezy, am known as a successful and relentless hustler, despite my lack of education or refined manners.


I was taught how to bust heads by the best head busters
I learned from the most skilled individuals in inflicting harm and causing violence.


Cluckers, you know I got 'em, two for one, my nigga
I am involved in the drug trade, specifically selling crack cocaine, offering deals to customers where they receive two doses for the price of one.


I'm on V.L. if you want me, get some my nigga, come on
If you are seeking to confront me or challenge me, you can find me in the V.L. (Vanderveer Houses) neighborhood, so go ahead and initiate it.


Thuggin is my thing, if I'm beefing I'm banging
Engaging in criminal activities and violence is my lifestyle, and if I have a conflict with someone, I resort to gunfire.


Slanging, it's in my nature, gotta be about my paper
I am naturally inclined and skilled at selling drugs, and my primary focus is making money.


Haters, I don't like 'em, bitches, I don't trust'em
I have a strong dislike for individuals who envy and criticize me, and I also lack trust in women.


Niggas, I can't stand 'em, I creep down and pluck'em
I have an intense dislike for other men, and I silently approach them to eliminate or injure them.


Strap tsay in my hand, I gotta protect mine
I always carry a firearm in my possession to ensure my own safety and security.


Niggas trying to pull it off, pop goes the nine
If anyone attempts to provoke or challenge me, I will use my gun to shoot and eliminate them.


That's how it gotta be in these uptown streets
This is the reality and necessity of living in the rough and dangerous neighborhoods of uptown.


And a nigga like me, I play this game for keep
As an individual like myself, I am fully committed and dedicated to this dangerous lifestyle, and I am willing to go to extreme measures to succeed and survive.


I remember when niggas slang heroin up in balloons
I have vivid memories of when individuals used to sell heroin concealed within small balloons.


I paid attention to everything, from killings to cartoons
I was always observant and aware of both the violent crimes and the lighter entertainment, such as cartoons.


Got a picture of Malcolm X on the wall in my room, bitch
I proudly display a photograph of Malcolm X, a prominent civil rights activist, in my room as a symbol of my pride and understanding of black empowerment.


Want some old nigga? Fuck with me, I'ma do 'em, shit
If someone wants to provoke or challenge me, especially an older individual, I will respond aggressively and harm them without hesitation.


Nigga give me dope, I accept it, but don't respect him
If someone offers or provides me with drugs, I will take the opportunity, but I do not hold them in high regard or admire them.


Put my foot in their rectum right after I dome checked 'em
Immediately after challenging or confronting someone, I subject them to severe physical harm, including a forceful strike to the head and a penetration of the rectum with my foot.


I be popping D, smoking weed, and full of that Hennesey
I frequently consume drugs, particularly popping ecstasy pills, smoking marijuana, and being heavily intoxicated with Hennessy liquor.


Fresh off the streets on my way to the penitentiary
After being involved in criminal activities, I am on a direct path to serving time in a penitentiary or prison.


Everybody whisper in ears when they gonna mention me
Whenever people discuss or mention my name, it creates a sense of curiosity, leading them to share information quietly among themselves.


I been out doing it for years, since elementary
I have been actively participating in criminal activities since my early years in elementary school.


Real good relationship with guns and drugs
I have a close and intimate connection to firearms and illegal substances.


Because my whole neighborhood consists of crook and thugs
The entire area where I come from is populated by criminals and individuals involved in illicit activities.


Everything is my own shit 'cause I don't fuck with scrubs
I am the sole proprietor of all my possessions and accomplishments because I distance myself from individuals who have nothing of value or are unsuccessful.


I don't need you harassing me when I'm up in the club
I do not appreciate or tolerate anyone bothering or provoking me while I am enjoying myself in the club.


Trying to hustle a nigga, asking me for a dub
Attempting to deceive or trick me by asking for a twenty dollar bill, typically referring to a drug transaction.


Quarter, ki's, and halfs is what I sling, 'cause that's what I love
I engage in the illegal sale of drugs, specifically selling twenty-five dollar increments, kilograms, and half kilograms, as it is my passion and primary source of income.


I know you bitches know that I ain't to be played with
I am well aware that the women are aware they should not underestimate or attempt to manipulate me.


Don't have no picks and chooses who get they head split
I do not selectively decide whom to harm or inflict violence upon by splitting their heads open.


They die quick, fucking with Turk, wodie get whacked
Anyone foolish enough to mess with Turk (referring to themselves in the third person) will meet a swift and deadly fate.


Spend a bin with Kevin and Randy leave ya flat on you back
I am willing to spend a thousand dollars in collaboration with Kevin and Randy to ensure you end up on the ground, severely injured.


And trust that, ain't 'bout to let no nigga steal me
I want to assure you that I will not allow any individual to take advantage of or manipulate me.


Fuck that, I bust back with a .223
I respond to any form of aggression by retaliating and shooting back with a .223 caliber firearm.


Big and full of that raw with no cut and be ready to creep
I possess and sell pure, uncut drugs, and I am always prepared to move stealthily and carry out covert operations.


Innocent people move cause somebody fixing to get split
Out of fear, innocent individuals vacate or relocate because someone is about to face severe harm or even death.


Na, na, it's iceberg shorty, Lordy have mercy
I am known as Iceberg Shorty (a nickname) and I evoke a sense of astonishment and astonishment in others.


Come from under my shirts and flip 'em and reverse 'em
I suddenly emerge from hiding, flipping my shirts inside out and showing my menacing presence.


I'm coming so alert them
I want to make it known that I am approaching and that everyone should be on high alert.


'Fore I hurt them, desert eagle bursting
Before I inflict harm upon them, I brandish and fire a powerful Desert Eagle firearm.


You haven't seen the worst and
You should know that I am capable of causing even greater harm and destruction.


I'm right near you and my gun blast quick, dog
I am in close proximity to you, and my firearm discharges rapid rounds.


Could kill you so run, dash, get gone
The lethal shots fired from my gun can end your life, so I advise you to run, move swiftly, and disappear.


Wodies movi'n slow around this time they got bricks dog
My associates are moving slowly or cautiously during this period because they possess a large amount of drugs, specifically referring to bricks of cocaine.


I ain't got bricks dog, nigga break it off, what
I do not currently have any bricks of drugs, so I demand that another person provide or supply them.


Un huh, B.I.G. with the Cash Money Millionaires, forever
Indeed, I, referring to the rapper B.I.G., am collaborating with the Cash Money Millionaires, and our alliance will last eternally.


Juvenile, Lil' Wayne, Baby, Turk, B.G., Manny Fresh
The members of Cash Money Millionaires, namely Juvenile, Lil' Wayne, Baby, Turk, B.G., and Manny Fresh.


Slim, CEO, and me P. Diddy, B.I.G, Born Again
Slim, the CEO of Cash Money Millionaires, and myself, P. Diddy, formerly known as B.I.G., who has experienced a rebirth.


And we won't stop, get money niggas
We are determined to continue our pursuit of wealth and success, my fellow individuals.




Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BYRON O. THOMAS, DWAYNE CARTER, TAB VIRGIL, CHRISTOPHER NOEL DORSEY, BRYAN WILLIAMS, CHRISTOPHER WALLACE

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QueenAlpha05

Before I even hit play.. since I just decided to take a nap just to enjoy this video even more. I just wanted to let you know you are very much appreciated and were missed. I’m glad you took the time away that was needed but I’m also grateful you came back! Before I get all mushy let me hit play 😂. Thanks for all your hard work. 👏🏽👏🏽

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Omg the community including me has missed you dearly. You can't pour from an empty jar. So glad you've rested, repaired and now ready to have us sweetly sleeping. Much love John

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hismione

"Sorry I woke you up" oh well, you're going to help me go back to sleep in 22 minutes anyway ! Glad to see you uploading again !

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