So Many Ways
Bad Boys The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack featuring Warren G Lyrics


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Hey, nah ya goin miss up on the G-Funk era,
Ya know we said things won for Warren G, and soon turned superstar

11-10-7 D that was my intro
But now in 94, I'm rollin a 64
'Cause things get shady where the grass is greener
Niggaz throwin up sets in hoods like they neva seen a
Young mack daddy do his thing 'cause I pack right
I got 44 ways to make you act right
And its a shame how the game must be played
It was told never fold by the niggaz you can't fade
So raise up off this young hog
'Cause I heard you punkin some but you can't punk me y'all
I got my own thang 'cause I let my nuts hang
If you want to bring it, bring it on no pain no gain
So as I creep can you peep what I speak
Techniques unique, so what you sayin is obsolete
So there it is as I go about my days
I can only bring it to you like this in so many ways

[Chorus]
Hey, hey, hey this is Warren G you know
And I was in Baghdad
Before these lil youngstaz was in they Daddy bag
Ya know, yeah, they in violation Wayniac so hound em

It's all plain and simple
I roll just to serve a lifetime wit my niggaz
Idiotic fools can't figure
The way I display or should I say more than that
Its crucial when I name how many niggaz got my back
Neva lack, the skills when its time to handle mine
You can't front if you want to but you still know the time
I'm, the nigga that they call Wayniac (what that mean)
I'm the nigga stayin down for the home team
So if you didn't know let me slow ya roll
This pro is on the go with some shit you ain't heard before
So recognize game in your face
A touch of the bass then I'm gone without a trace

[Chorus]

I stay true to the game
But some stay blind to the fact
That if I don't look good, you don't look good
So please rearrange and change the shit you doin'
You fuckin' yourself 'cause you the one gettin' screwed
As I, ease on down the rick road
As I shift from first to second, cruise control
So blaze up the Buddha
'Cause I got drink, and don't think
We don't roll without a full tank
Of that bomb ass shit called the funk
'Cause I am the G and the funk is what you want
Now, lets take a trip to the other side of town
Niggaz flip flop and they neva stay down
Want to be all they can be, but gettin' held back
Tryin' to take what is mine, (what) what type of shit is that?
So, this is for the homies stay down for your pay
I can't only bring it to you like this in so many ways





[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

The song "So Many Ways" by Warren G, featured on the Bad Boys soundtrack, is an upbeat rap song that speaks about Warren G's journey to success and his beliefs about staying true to himself despite the challenges that come with fame. Warren G reminisces about his beginnings in the rap industry, describing how he had a simple intro but quickly rose to become a superstar. He also talks about how things can get shady where the grass is greener, referencing how some people throw up sets in hoods as if they've never seen a young mack daddy do his thing.


The chorus of the song is a tribute to his loyalty to his gang and his determination to protect them before anyone else, even before his own fame. Warren G talks about the skills he has and the ways he can handle things, but tactfully reminds everyone to recognize him when they see him as he remains grounded and stays true to his gang. The rap flows smoothly and artistically, with a touch of the bass that gives the song a unique sound. The song lyrically demonstrates Warren G's pride in his accomplishments and commitment to his roots.


Line by Line Meaning

Hey, nah ya goin miss up on the G-Funk era,
You don't want to miss out on the G-Funk era.


Ya know we said things won for Warren G, and soon turned superstar
Warren G won't forget his roots, but he's achieving great things now.


11-10-7 D that was my intro
The code is my intro.


But now in 94, I'm rollin a 64
In 1994, I'm rolling in a 1964 Impala.


'Cause things get shady where the grass is greener
People act suspicious where things seem better.


Niggaz throwin up sets in hoods like they neva seen a
People are representing their gangs like it's something new.


Young mack daddy do his thing 'cause I pack right
I'm confident in my abilities because I'm well-prepared.


I got 44 ways to make you act right
I have many ways to make people behave properly.


And its a shame how the game must be played
It's sad how we have to play the game.


It was told never fold by the niggaz you can't fade
People warned me not to give in to those I can't compete against.


So raise up off this young hog
Leave me alone.


'Cause I heard you punkin some but you can't punk me y'all
You can't intimidate me like you can others.


I got my own thang 'cause I let my nuts hang
I do things my way and take risks.


If you want to bring it, bring it on no pain no gain
I'm ready for a challenge, and I know it won't be easy.


So as I creep can you peep what I speak
Can you hear what I'm saying?


Techniques unique, so what you sayin is obsolete
My approach is different, so your ideas are outdated.


So there it is as I go about my days
That's just how it is as I live my life.


I can only bring it to you like this in so many ways
I can only express myself so many ways.


Hey, hey, hey this is Warren G you know
Hey! This is Warren G talking.


And I was in Baghdad
I have been through a lot.


Before these lil youngstaz was in they Daddy bag
I've been around longer than these kids.


Ya know, yeah, they in violation Wayniac so hound em
They're doing something wrong, so call them out on it, Wayniac.


It's all plain and simple
It's straightforward.


I roll just to serve a lifetime wit my niggaz
I stick with my friends for life.


Idiotic fools can't figure
Stupid people don't understand.


The way I display or should I say more than that
My style is unique, or maybe even more than that.


Its crucial when I name how many niggaz got my back
It's important to know how many people support me.


Neva lack, the skills when its time to handle mine
I'm always ready to handle my business.


You can't front if you want to but you still know the time
You can't pretend you don't know what's going on.


I'm, the nigga that they call Wayniac (what that mean)
They call me Wayniac (do you know what that means?).


I'm the nigga stayin down for the home team
I'm loyal to my community.


So if you didn't know let me slow ya roll
Let me educate you if you don't understand.


This pro is on the go with some shit you ain't heard before
I have some new tricks up my sleeve.


So recognize game in your face
Acknowledge my style when you see it.


A touch of the bass then I'm gone without a trace
I leave my mark and move on quickly.


I stay true to the game
I am loyal to hip hop culture.


But some stay blind to the fact
Some people don't see things clearly.


That if I don't look good, you don't look good
If I'm not successful, it reflects poorly on my community.


So please rearrange and change the shit you doin'
Change your ways for the better.


You fuckin' yourself 'cause you the one gettin' screwed
You're only harming yourself with your actions.


As I, ease on down the rick road
I take it easy on this journey.


As I shift from first to second, cruise control
I'm in control of my pace.


So blaze up the Buddha
Let's smoke some weed.


'Cause I got drink, and don't think
I have alcohol (and don't forget it).


We don't roll without a full tank
We don't go out without being properly fueled.


Of that bomb ass shit called the funk
We need that great music (the funk) to get us going.


'Cause I am the G and the funk is what you want
I am a gangsta and you want the funk music.


Now, lets take a trip to the other side of town
Let's visit a different part of the city.


Niggaz flip flop and they neva stay down
People change their opinions often and aren't loyal.


Want to be all they can be, but gettin' held back
They want to succeed but are facing obstacles.


Tryin' to take what is mine, (what) what type of shit is that?
What kind of behavior is it to try and take what's mine?


So, this is for the homies stay down for your pay
Be loyal to your friends and stick with them for your reward.


I can't only bring it to you like this in so many ways
I have limited ways to express myself, but I'm doing my best.


[Chorus]
Refrain from the song.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: DEWAYNE WILLIAMS, WARREN III GRIFFIN

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