get down
Baby "The Birdman"/Lil Wayne Lyrics


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Weezy
What up pop, what up pop.
Fuck what they heard
it's what they need to know nigga
(They saying C.A.R.T.E.R. yep!)
Ya feel me, hey nigga we done built this.
Shit from the ground up now homie
Believe that daddy, it ain't no looking back from here, we too strong

[Chorus]
And that's the only way we get down (we get down)
Cause that's the only way we was taught (we was taught)
And everything we got we bought (we bought)
And real niggas still shine in the dark (still shine in the dark, yeah)
And that's the only way we get down (we get down)
And that's the only way we was taught (we was taught)
And everything we got we bought (we bought)
And real niggas still shine in the dark
(Still shine in the dark, fuck a law, oh!)
Cause that's the only way we get down

I down down a brother
We ain't cut from the same cloth you Downy soft
Bullets separate ya body compound a buster
I'm a find ya if ya hiding I'm a bounty hunter
In ya home putting dick all down ya woman
You come home we in the bedroom counting money
I bring her home and I fuck her on a thousand hundreds
Then I shoot the nasty bitch in the mouth for nothing
I say Birdman Birdman what's good today
We ain't never let them niggas take our food away
And we recognize real and got a rude awakening
And woke up together and our life was better
I'm the Cash Money son I live a life of cheddar
Not a rat though hat low Nike's is leather
Lil' maw twist two get my life together
Ya bitch meet me at the bar and we knife together, cut!

[Chorus]

Throw my weight like Sherman Klump
I gotta hold up my estate like Donald Trump
And I aim kinda straight when it's time to pump
I bring the pump when it's time to pump
Wrapped around my waist like a cumber bun
Don't make a nigga pump, you up!
I come in that new thing, she threw up
Now yo' bitch ass gotta clean yo' shoe up
I'm rich as fuck and I never blew up
Business mug, gotta get my loot up
Bet ya bitch get fucked if I ever met her
Bet ya ditch get dug you ever step up
One by one I push 'em down, fat bullet, fat head make a pussy sound
Hard head soft ass make a gushy ground I'm straight from a crooked town
Like that bitch!

[Chorus]

I give my arms and my legs to the game I'm ahead of the game
I dead any mane if he said anything
But it's cool, as long as nigga paid when he came
And I'm a fool with the flame and the caine
Cut it just a little bit but the drain stay the same yeah
Young Wayne and the pain and the stain still remain
On the chest where the four made a mess yes
I'm still here in the flesh twenty one year old legend
I'm a live way after my death
I sacrifice whatever that's left
I give y'all the last of my breath like
Write it down take a picture record a copy
Press pause only way you stop me fucker
I'm a get mine and make you not me
Spit wine in ya face if you watch me Bitch!

[Chorus]

And that's the only way we getting down nigga
Cash Money C-M-B man
You already know we here never left fuck 'em
See me if you got a problem boy
I'm at home all day man, it's not a game
Stunner, what's really good with 'em
We ain't never let 'em take our food away
(I got it, yeah)




Fresh you nasty on this on dog
This one, this is the Carter bitch!

Overall Meaning

In "Get Down," Lil Wayne and Baby, also known as the Birdman, are expressing their pride in their lifestyle and their status within the Cash Money crew. They brag about their wealth and their ability to succeed in the rap game despite facing obstacles along the way. They also threaten any potential enemies and reinforce their loyalty to one another.


The chorus emphasizes that they only live one way, and that's by being real and buying what they want. They also talk about how real people can still shine even in the darkest times, declaring that they are not afraid of the law. Lil Wayne comes in with clever wordplay, using metaphors to represent his skill with guns and his success in the music industry. He raps about his willingness to sacrifice himself for his music, and how he will always be remembered as a legend.


Overall, “Get Down” paints a picture of their success as rappers, their wealth, and their loyalty to each other. It is a song that celebrates their hard work, achievements, and the fact that no one can take what they own.


Line by Line Meaning

What up pop, what up pop.
We're greeting one another, acknowledging each other's presence and starting this conversation.


Fuck what they heard
We don't care about rumors or hearsay, only what we know to be true.


it's what they need to know nigga
We only care about sharing information that is important or relevant to them, not just idle gossip.


(They saying C.A.R.T.E.R. yep!)
People are talking about our success, especially that of the Carter family, and recognizing our achievements.


Ya feel me, hey nigga we done built this.
Do you understand what I'm saying? We have built this empire together through hard work and dedication.


Shit from the ground up now homie
It all started from nothing, but we built it up from scratch with our own efforts and resources.


Believe that daddy, it ain't no looking back from here, we too strong
Have faith, there's no need to dwell on the past because we're riding high now and our strength will carry us even further.


And that's the only way we get down (we get down)
We always operate according to our own values and principles, without compromise or deviation.


Cause that's the only way we was taught (we was taught)
We were raised to be real and true to ourselves, and we stick to those lessons no matter what.


And everything we got we bought (we bought)
All of our success and wealth has come from our own efforts and investments, rather than being handed to us on a platter.


And real niggas still shine in the dark (still shine in the dark, yeah)
Despite the struggles and hardships we've faced, we still come out on top and stand out from the rest.


I down down a brother
I will put down anyone who crosses us or threatens our success.


We ain't cut from the same cloth you Downy soft
We are tougher, stronger and more resilient than those who would try to bring us down.


Bullets separate ya body compound a buster
If necessary, we will use violence and deadly force to defend ourselves and our empire.


I'm a find ya if ya hiding I'm a bounty hunter
We are willing to go to great lengths to track down and punish those who threaten us or our business.


In ya home putting dick all down ya woman
We will invade and violate the privacy of our enemies in order to assert our dominance and authority.


You come home we in the bedroom counting money
While others are out partying or wasting time, we are always working and making money.


I bring her home and I fuck her on a thousand hundreds
We use our wealth and power to attract women and indulge in material pleasures.


Then I shoot the nasty bitch in the mouth for nothing
We have no respect for women and will even resort to violence and murder to punish those who displease us.


I say Birdman Birdman what's good today
I'm checking in with Birdman and asking how things are going today.


We ain't never let them niggas take our food away
We have always been successful and never let anyone stand in the way of our wealth and power.


And we recognize real and got a rude awakening
We know when someone is genuine and trustworthy, but we've also had to learn some harsh lessons along the way.


And woke up together and our life was better
We have each other's backs and our partnership has brought great benefits and success to our lives.


I'm the Cash Money son I live a life of cheddar
I am part of the Cash Money team and enjoy a life of luxury and wealth because of it.


Not a rat though hat low Nike's is leather
I may be part of a criminal organization, but I do not betray or snitch on my crew.


Lil' maw twist two get my life together
I smoke marijuana to help calm my anxiety and get my thoughts in order.


Ya bitch meet me at the bar and we knife together, cut!
I'm going out to party and looking for women to hook up with.


Throw my weight like Sherman Klump
I am physically imposing and can use that to intimidate or dominate others.


I gotta hold up my estate like Donald Trump
I have a lot of wealth and power that I need to maintain and protect, just like Donald Trump with his real estate empire.


And I aim kinda straight when it's time to pump
I have good aim and am skilled with firearms, which I will use if necessary.


I bring the pump when it's time to pump
I always come prepared with weapons to defend myself and my interests.


Wrapped around my waist like a cumber bun
I always carry firearms on my person for protection.


Don't make a nigga pump, you up!
Don't make me angry or I might resort to violence.


I come in that new thing, she threw up
I'm showing off my wealth and arriving in an expensive, flashy car that impresses others.


Now yo' bitch ass gotta clean yo' shoe up
I have so much power and influence that I can make others do menial tasks for me.


I'm rich as fuck and I never blew up
I have a lot of money and wealth, but I didn't get it by luck or chance - I worked hard for it.


Business mug, gotta get my loot up
I'm all about business and making money, and I'm always looking for new ways to increase my wealth.


Bet ya bitch get fucked if I ever met her
I'm very confident in my sexual prowess and ability to attract women.


Bet ya ditch get dug you ever step up
Anyone who crosses us or tries to interfere with our business will face severe consequences.


One by one I push 'em down, fat bullet, fat head make a pussy sound
I will take down my enemies one by one, and I'm not afraid to use lethal force to do it.


Hard head soft ass make a gushy ground I'm straight from a crooked town
I am tough and resilient, and I come from a rough, crime-ridden environment where only the strongest survive.


I give my arms and my legs to the game I'm ahead of the game
I am 100% committed to this lifestyle and willing to do whatever it takes to succeed and stay on top.


I dead any mane if he said anything
I will kill anyone who speaks out or threatens our success, there can be no room for dissent.


But it's cool, as long as nigga paid when he came
We don't care about personal feelings or grudges, as long as people pay us they can stay in our good graces.


And I'm a fool with the flame and the caine
I am skilled with firearms and drugs, two key tools in our criminal enterprise.


Cut it just a little bit but the drain stay the same yeah
We may have to adjust our tactics or methods slightly, but our ultimate goal and success will not change.


Young Wayne and the pain and the stain still remain
I am young, successful and notorious, and will always be remembered for my past struggles and hardships.


On the chest where the four made a mess yes
I have a gunshot wound on my chest that serves as a reminder of my past experiences and the dangers of my lifestyle.


I'm still here in the flesh twenty one year old legend
Despite everything, I am still alive and well, and gaining recognition and fame for my music.


I'm a live way after my death
My legacy will live on long after I'm gone, and I will be remembered as a legend and icon.


I sacrifice whatever that's left
I am willing to put everything on the line, including my own life if necessary, to achieve my goals and protect my interests.


I give y'all the last of my breath like
I am dedicated to my fans and will do whatever it takes to put on a great performance and entertain them.


Write it down take a picture record a copy
I am so confident in my talent and success that I want it to be documented and remembered in perpetuity.


Press pause only way you stop me fucker
The only way to silence me or interfere with my progress is to take away my freedom or put me behind bars.


I'm a get mine and make you not me
I am determined to succeed and come out on top, no matter what obstacles or challenges come my way.


Spit wine in ya face if you watch me Bitch!
I am unafraid and unapologetic, and will even humiliate or disrespect others who try to cross me or stand in my way.


Cash Money C-M-B man
We represent the Cash Money brand and all that it stands for, including wealth, power, and success.


You already know we here never left fuck 'em
We are established and successful, and will continue to thrive and succeed despite any attempts to bring us down.


See me if you got a problem boy
If anyone has an issue with us or our enterprise, they can come talk to us directly and face the consequences.


I'm at home all day man, it's not a game
We take our business very seriously and are always working and strategizing, even from the comfort of our homes.


Stunner, what's really good with 'em
I'm checking in with Birdman and asking how things are going.


Fresh you nasty on this on dog
The beat is really strong and engaging.


This one, this is the Carter bitch!
This song represents our success and legacy as part of the Carter family and the Cash Money empire.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RONALD BELL, CLAYDES SMITH, ROBERT MICKENS, DONALD BOYCE, RICHARD WESTFIELD, DENNIS THOMAS, ROBERT BELL, GEORGE BROWN, III, JAMES HARRIS, TERRY LEWIS, JR., FRANK L. MCAFREE, SALEEM COOPER

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