BOY
Big Gipp Lil' Flip & Nelly Lyrics


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[Chorus]
Boy [Repeat: x4]

[Nelly]
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
So you the kang boy
How could this be boy
You gotta be blind to sell more records than me boy
I can't complain boy

Don't say my name boy
I'm like a run away slave I'm off the chain boy
I'm bout' to jet boy
Straight flex boy

I'm about to round princess cut and baguette boy
Don't disrespect boy
I'll break your neck boy
I got niggas that sherm it up and get wet boy

We driving vets and Bentley coupes boy
I ain't lying check my garage, I tell the truth boy
I do it big boy
You do it small boy

I do some shit that you can't even do at all boy
Platinum tooth boy
Make it two boy
Come to the crib you can bowl, swim, or hoop boy

Big rule boy
What are you doing in me yard
You can run two miles and you still in my yard

[Chorus]

[Big Gipp]
Quarter Quarters Nickels Dollars Dimes every time boy
Butterfly my 84', fly first class boy
Dipping through the hood candy coated paint boy
Triple zero dope sacks no tax boy

You walk fast, well I slow-poke boy
You grip the leather, well I grip oak boy
I keep a crease in my Dickies when I corner hang
I love to sip champagne, funny ass names

Ladies love to see me Gucci or many of poochie
Love to see me in the gazelles to King Louis'
Shingles hanging from the end of my pants boy
They love to see me do the old man dance boy

I smoke plenty grass boy
I'm touching on the ass boy
Go ahead and Sir Mix-A-Lot put it on the glass boy
I'm from the South boy

That's how it go boy
We like to see em' drop it down
And touch they toes boy

[Chorus]

Lil Flipper

[Lil' Flip]
I flip tracks boy
Like crack boy
I got that 62 inch Maybach boy

Two tone boy
Lets get it on boy
My money long boy
Now we smoking zones boy

Come take a hit boy
We got the shit boy
My big clover cost the price of ten bricks boy
I'm from the South boy

Don't run your mouth boy
Cause I'll have Al Capone at your house boy
Pull up in my drop top, you like boy
To you it's a Bentley, to me it's a toy

I'm like a pimp boy
I ride spinners boy
I'm hopping out with 3000 dollar tennis boy
Come take a look at me

I'm off the chain boy
The game over, bitch, you know my name boy
I'm Lil Flip boy
A Clover G boy
You better free Will Lean and Pimp see boy





[Chorus: Repeats]

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Boy" by Big Gipp, Lil' Flip, and Nelly are about bragging rights and showcasing the wealth, power, and success they have achieved. Each rapper boasts about their lavish possessions and lifestyle, asserting that they are the best in the game. Nelly starts the song by questioning how it could be possible that he is not selling more records than the other rappers on the track. He compares himself to a runaway slave and highlights his freedom to do whatever he wants. He flexes his jewelry and car collection, warning others not to disrespect him as he has connections that could harm them.


Big Gipp, on the other hand, talks about his ability to make money easily in "quarter quarters nickels dollars dimes." He brags about his candy-painted car, platinum teeth, and designer clothes. Lil' Flip continues by proclaiming himself a successful businessman, owning expensive cars and jewelry. He also references the famous gangster Al Capone and warns others not to cross him. Overall, the message of the song is that these rappers have made it big and are not shy about flaunting their wealth, power, and status.


Line by Line Meaning

Boy
The repeated use of the word 'Boy' signifies the confidence and pride that the artists possess in their abilities, as if daring someone to challenge them.


Oh oh oh oh oh oh
Nelly opens the song with an exclamatory phrase, expressing his excitement and confidence about the song and his skills as a rapper.


So you the kang boy
Here, Nelly is addressing his rival and acknowledging them as the top contender in the rap scene that he needs to compete with.


How could this be boy
This line suggests Nelly's surprise at his rival's success, as he believes he is the superior rapper.


You gotta be blind to sell more records than me boy
Nelly is implying that his rival's success must be based on chance or their ability to cheat the system, rather than their talent as a rapper, as he believes he should be the top-selling artist.


I can't complain boy
Despite his frustration over his rival's success, Nelly admits that he has no real reason to complain about his own success and that he should be grateful for what he has achieved.


Don't say my name boy
Nelly is warning his rival not to provoke him or use his name in a disrespectful manner, as he is a force to be reckoned with.


I'm like a run away slave I'm off the chain boy
Nelly is likening himself to an unstoppable force, with the strength and determination of a runaway slave, and declaring that he is free to do as he pleases.


I'm bout' to jet boy
Nelly is asserting that he is on top of his game and ready to take off to new heights, leaving his competition behind.


Straight flex boy
Nelly is expressing his confidence in himself and his abilities, 'flexing' his muscles and showing off his skills as a rapper.


I'm about to round princess cut and baguette boy
Nelly is suggesting that he is about to buy his partner an expensive diamond ring, proving his financial success and status as a wealthy artist.


Don't disrespect boy
Nelly is warning his competition not to speak ill of him or his success, or they will face the consequences.


I'll break your neck boy
Nelly is asserting his dominance over his competition, willing to go to any length to protect his reputation and success as a rapper.


I got niggas that sherm it up and get wet boy
Nelly is suggesting that he has connections with people who will go to extreme lengths to defend him, even if it means getting violent or using drugs.


We driving vets and Bentley coupes boy
Nelly is bragging about his wealth and the cars he owns, proving his status as a successful rapper.


I ain't lying check my garage, I tell the truth boy
Nelly is asserting that he is telling the truth about his wealth and status as a rapper, encouraging his competition to check his garage and see for themselves.


I do it big boy
Nelly is expressing his confidence and success as a rapper, claiming that he does things on a large scale.


You do it small boy
Nelly is suggesting that his competition's success and abilities are not as great or impressive as his own.


I do some shit that you can't even do at all boy
Nelly is implying that he is capable of doing things that his competition cannot, due to his skills as a rapper and his success in the industry.


Platinum tooth boy
Nelly is showing off his wealth and status by suggesting that he has a tooth made of platinum.


Make it two boy
Nelly is suggesting that he is so wealthy, he can afford to have two platinum teeth instead of just one.


Come to the crib you can bowl, swim, or hoop boy
Nelly is inviting his competition to his home, where they can engage in various activities together, showing off his wealth and status as a successful rapper.


Big rule boy
Big Gipp is expressing his confidence and authority, implying that he is in control of the situation.


What are you doing in me yard
Big Gipp is questioning why his competition is in his 'yard' or territory, suggesting that they should not be there or should not dare to compete with him.


You can run two miles and you still in my yard
Big Gipp is asserting his dominance and control over his territory, suggesting that his competition cannot escape or defeat him, no matter how hard they try.


Quarter Quarters Nickels Dollars Dimes every time boy
Big Gipp is suggesting that he succeeds in all levels of life, making money in every way imaginable.


Butterfly my 84', fly first class boy
Big Gipp is showing off his wealth and success, indicating that he drives a custom car and flies first class when he travels.


Dipping through the hood candy coated paint boy
Big Gipp is suggesting that he drives his expensive car through the 'hood' or poorer neighborhoods, showing off his wealth and status.


Triple zero dope sacks no tax boy
Big Gipp is bragging about his success and illegal activity, suggesting that he sells drugs at a high price and does not pay taxes on his earnings.


You walk fast, well I slow-poke boy
Big Gipp is suggesting that he is in no hurry to rush through life, instead preferring to take his time and enjoy the journey.


You grip the leather, well I grip oak boy
Big Gipp is expressing his individuality and preference for natural materials, suggesting that he does not conform to societal norms or expectations.


I keep a crease in my Dickies when I corner hang
Big Gipp is showing off his style and preference for Dickies pants, keeping them creased and in good condition even when he is just hanging out with friends.


I love to sip champagne, funny ass names
Big Gipp is showing off his sophisticated taste and love for luxury, even when it comes to the names of the champagne he drinks.


Ladies love to see me Gucci or many of poochie
Big Gipp is showing off his style and his popularity with women, suggesting that they love him just as much as he loves expensive brands like Gucci and Prada.


Love to see me in the gazelles to King Louis'
Big Gipp is suggesting that he is always in style, whether he is wearing Gazelles or a Louis Vuitton outfit.


Shingles hanging from the end of my pants boy
Big Gipp is showing off his style and individuality, suggesting that he has decorative additions to his pants that set him apart from others and make him unique.


They love to see me do the old man dance boy
Big Gipp is showing off his personality and sense of humor, suggesting that people enjoy seeing him do a simple or silly dance at a party or event.


I smoke plenty grass boy
Lil' Flip is admitting that he smokes marijuana, a common activity among rappers and people in the hip hop industry.


I'm touching on the ass boy
Lil' Flip is asserting his sexuality and preference for female partners, suggesting that he enjoys touching their bodies intimately.


Go ahead and Sir Mix-A-Lot put it on the glass boy
Lil' Flip is referencing Sir Mix-A-Lot's song 'Put 'em on the Glass', implying that he enjoys watching women dance or twerk.


I'm from the South boy
Lil' Flip is proud of his Southern roots and upbringing, which he may feel sets him apart from other rappers and gives him a unique perspective on life.


That's how it go boy
Lil' Flip is expressing his acceptance of the way things are in the world, suggesting that he knows how to navigate life and succeed in the rap industry.


We like to see em' drop it down
The artists are implying that they enjoy watching women dance or twerk, a common theme in rap music and hip hop culture.


And touch they toes boy
The artists are expressing their preference for a specific dance move or behavior from women, again showing off their sexuality and attraction to the opposite gender.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, BMG Rights Management
Written by: CAMERON F. GIPP, CORNELL HAYNES, JASON EPPERSON, WESLEY WESTON

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