Birdman was born and raised in Uptown New Orleans. With his brother Ronald "Slim" Williams, Birdman founded Cash Money Records in 1991. He used his first moniker B-32 (Baby with the 32 Golds) and released his only independent album I Need a Bag of Dope in 1993.
In 1997, he joined rapper Mannie Fresh to form the duo Big Tymers. Big Tymers debuted in 1998 with the album How Ya Luv That? and went on to release I Got That Work in 2000 and Hood Rich in 2002. I Got That Work had the hit singles "Get Your Roll On" and "#1 Stunna"; Hood Rich had "Still Fly", which was nominated for a Grammy, and "Oh Yeah!". Big Money Heavyweight followed in 2003, the group disbanded in 2004.
In 2002 Birdman released his self-titled debut studio album, Birdman, with the singles "Do That" and "What Happened to That Boy" (with Clipse). Since that album, Birdman made guest performances on the singles "Let's Get Down" by Bow Wow, "Hell Yeah" by Ginuwine, and "Bounce Back" by Juvenile.
Birdman released his third studio album Fast Money in 2005, Fast Money spawned the singles "Get Your Shine On" and "Neck of the Woods", both of which featured Lil Wayne. For Lil Wayne, Birdman produced and performed on tracks on Tha Carter and Tha Carter II.
Birdman & Lil' Wayne released an album titled Like Father, Like Son. It was certified Gold and spawned three singles, including "Stuntin' Like My Daddy" and "Leather So Soft". He was also featured on the remixes of the bestselling rap singles "We Fly High" by Jim Jones and "Make It Rain" by Fat Joe. In 2007 Birdman released his fourth studio album, 5 * Stunna. The first single, "Pop Bottles," featuring Lil Wayne and Jadakiss, was a hit, as well as the second single "100 Million," which featured Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, Young Jeezy, Dre & DJ Khaled. The third single featuring Lil Wayne, titled "I Run This," was a hit as well.
Birdman's first single from his fifth album Pricele$$ was "Always Strapped", featuring Lil Wayne, and the second "Written on Her", featuring British singer Jay Sean. "Southside" featuring Lil Wayne is the third single. "Money to Blow" featuring Drake and Lil Wayne is the fourth single. "4 My Town (Play Ball)" featuring Drake and Lil Wayne is the fifth single. "Written on Her" also became Birdman's first UK release in December 2009.
In 2010 he was going to release an album titled "Priceless 2" a sequel to his previous album, but changed it to "Bigger Than Life'' The first promotional single was titled "Loyalty" and featured Lil Wayne and Tyga. Other collaborations will come from Rick Ross, Young Jeezy, Bun B and Drake. The album will drop during first quater of 2011. He released a music video for a possible future single, "My Jewel" which features Bun B and Young Jeezy. He released the first official single "Fire Flame" on November 22, 2010 which features Lil Wayne.
Birdman has an estimated net worth of over $400 million. Much of that money has come from a variety of business deals with Universal Music Group as well as from sales within Cash Money Records. His total net worth makes him the second richest rapper in history behind Jay-Z.
100 Million
Birdman Lyrics
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Dis for all dem niggas gettin' dat money
Dat cash money, dat 100 million dollar money
We got money
We da best
Ridin' big, gettin' mine
Two microwaves flip a brick at a time
When I wear da whitest soft watch it disappear
I disappear in da middle of da night
When I reappear bet da boss look so bright
Fo life, dough boy, more strikes, O boy
We ridin' low, gettin' high
80 round drum let ya know da time
When you see da Maybachs nigga know its mine
Ridin' on da 2 4's runnin' ahead of my time
Watch one of a kind, anotha' one on my mind
Phone bill 4 grand get ya ho in da line
In da hood ho niggas act funny
Only real niggas really get to touch cash money
I smell a lot of 100 million dollars, 100 million dollars, 100 million dollars
And I came from da ghetto (ghetto), and I came from da ghetto (ghetto)
If ya ghetto, throw ya hood up, If ya ghetto, throw ya hood up
If ya ghetto, throw ya hood up, If ya ghetto, throw ya hood up
If ya ghetto
Everyday a new whip hommie, so you know I gets my shine on
Flip after we flip hommie, so you know I gets my grind on
Birdman daddy, pullin' up in dat brand new Cadi
Got money, livin' lavish, got bitches, shippin' baggage
Move dem thangs, get dem thangs, switch dat lane
Get dat chains, flip dem thangs, get yo money hommie do yo thang
See I got 'em like 10 times, spend money got 'em like 10 times
Flip dat got 'em like 10 times, got money like 10 more times nigga
I smell a lot of 100 million dollars, 100 million dollars, 100 million dollars
And I came from da ghetto (ghetto), and I came from da ghetto (ghetto)
If ya ghetto, throw ya hood up, If ya ghetto, throw ya hood up
If ya ghetto, throw ya hood up, If ya ghetto, throw ya hood up
If ya ghetto
I'm from da ghetto, da bottoms, da hood, da slums
There's money out here, we just tryin' to get some
Cool like Dre nigga, A like K
When ya talk about me you better watch what ya say
Don't ever keep dem thangs where ya lay
Cuz dem pussy ass niggas show da folks where ya stay
Ya thought he was ya dawg, said he was a G
Sounds like anotha' code feeling to me
Niggas move sloppy and I really don't like it
Fuck around and get everybody indicted
Saw dis shit commin', you woulda thought I was a psychic
Fuck around go dead broke tryin' to fight it
I, I, I all nighted, I every day it
And when it comes to my dues, I over paid it
Rated hood bitch, bitch I'm hood bitch
I ain't a asshole, but I'm on some hood shit
I wish I would switch, I don't know how
Blood gang swarm like a red ant pile
Mean mug, like I can't smile
Like my grill big, cost me a hundred thou'
I smell a lot of 100 million dollars, 100 million dollars, 100 million dollars
And I came from da ghetto (ghetto), and I came from da ghetto (ghetto)
If ya ghetto, throw ya hood up, If ya ghetto, throw ya hood up
If ya ghetto, throw ya hood up, If ya ghetto, throw ya hood up
If ya ghetto
Cash Money millionaires
Cash Money billionaires
Cash Money trillionaires
We rich, we ain't neva gone stop, neva
We got money nigga
The song "100 Million" by Birdman is an ode to the hustle and the riches that come with it. The lyrics describe the rapper's journey from the ghetto to being a part of the Cash Money millionaires club. The chorus, "I smell a lot of 100 million dollars, and I came from da ghetto" is repeated several times throughout the song and serves as a reminder of where he comes from and what he has achieved. The verses describe the lifestyle of excess that comes with the money, the luxury cars, and the endless amounts of cash.
The first verse, filled with vivid imagery, talks about the rapper's drug-dealing past, where he would flip a brick at a time using two microwaves, and wear a bandanna on the handle ready to whip. Birdman raps about disappearing in the middle of the night and reappearing with a boss look, ready to make money. The second verse is all about the lavish lifestyle that comes with the riches, with Birdman talking about his expensive cars, jewelry, and women. He raps about flipping things and getting money, and how he has ten times the amount of cash he had before.
The song speaks to the rapper's experience, his background, and his journey to success, making it relatable to many who have the dream of making it big. It is a song that celebrates the hustle and encourages people to keep pushing forward, no matter where they come from.
Line by Line Meaning
Dis for da hood, dis for da ghetto
This song is dedicated to the people living in poor communities.
Dis for all dem niggas gettin' dat money
This song is also for people making a lot of money despite living in poor neighborhoods.
Dat cash money, dat 100 million dollar money
The song is about Cash Money Records and their 100 million dollars in earnings.
We got money
The artist brags about the collective wealth of Cash Money Records.
We da best
The artist believes that Cash Money Records is the best record label.
Ridin' big, gettin' mine
The artist drives expensive cars and enjoys the fruits of his labor.
Two microwaves flip a brick at a time
The artist uses two microwaves to cook drugs in large quantities.
Bandanna on da handle ready for da whip
The artist is prepared to use violence to protect his drugs and money.
When I wear da whitest soft watch it disappear
The artist owns expensive jewelry, which he suspects might attract thieves.
I disappear in da middle of da night
The artist keeps a low profile and tries to avoid being noticed during illegal activities.
When I reappear bet da boss look so bright
After making money, the artist enjoys showing off his wealth by wearing expensive clothing and driving luxury cars.
Fo life, dough boy, more strikes, O boy
The artist is associated with illegal activities and has a criminal record.
We ridin' low, gettin' high
The artist is driving a low rider car while getting high on drugs.
80 round drum let ya know da time
The artist is carrying a weapon with a lot of ammunition to protect himself during illegal activities.
When you see da Maybachs nigga know its mine
The artist owns a Maybach car and enjoys showing it off.
Ridin' on da 2 4's runnin' ahead of my time
The artist is driving with 24-inch rims and feels superior to other people riding normal cars.
Watch one of a kind, anotha' one on my mind
The artist is wearing a unique and expensive watch and wants to buy another one like it.
Phone bill 4 grand get ya ho in da line
The artist spends a lot of money on his phone bill to talk to women.
In da hood ho niggas act funny
The artist is suspicious of other people in his neighborhood, especially those who might steal from him.
Only real niggas really get to touch cash money
The artist believes that only people who are involved in illegal activities and make a lot of money can be successful like Cash Money Records.
I smell a lot of 100 million dollars, 100 million dollars, 100 million dollars
The artist smells success and money everywhere he goes.
And I came from da ghetto (ghetto), and I came from da ghetto (ghetto)
The artist grew up in a poor neighborhood and is proud of his success despite his difficult background.
If ya ghetto, throw ya hood up, If ya ghetto, throw ya hood up
The artist wants people from poor neighborhoods to raise their hands and show pride in where they come from.
Everyday a new whip hommie, so you know I gets my shine on
The artist buys expensive cars every day to show off his wealth.
Flip after we flip hommie, so you know I gets my grind on
The artist is involved in illegal activities and is making money from selling drugs.
Birdman daddy, pullin' up in dat brand new Cadi
Birdman, the owner of Cash Money Records, drives a brand new Cadillac car.
Got money, livin' lavish, got bitches, shippin' baggage
The artist has a lot of money and enjoys luxury lifestyle. He also has women who work for him and carry drugs or money.
Move dem thangs, get dem thangs, switch dat lane
The artist is involved in the drug trade and has to move items to avoid being caught by the police.
Get dat chains, flip dem thangs, get yo money hommie do yo thang
The artist is advising others to get involved in illegal activities and make money.
See I got 'em like 10 times, spend money got 'em like 10 times
The artist has a lot of money and can afford to spend it excessively.
Flip dat got 'em like 10 times, got money like 10 more times nigga
The artist is making a lot of money by selling drugs or other illegal items.
I'm from da ghetto, da bottoms, da hood, da slums
The artist grew up in various poor neighborhoods.
There's money out here, we just tryin' to get some
The artist believes that there is money to be made in illegal activities and is trying to make some.
Cool like Dre nigga, A like K
The artist wants to be seen as a cool and successful person like Dr. Dre.
When ya talk about me you better watch what ya say
The artist is warning others not to talk about him disrespectfully.
Don't ever keep dem thangs where ya lay
The artist advises against keeping illegal items inside one's home or place of business.
Cuz dem pussy ass niggas show da folks where ya stay
The artist is concerned that weak or cowardly people might reveal his location to the police.
Ya thought he was ya dawg, said he was a G
The artist trusted someone who claimed to be a gangster but turned out to be untrustworthy.
Sounds like anotha' code feeling to me
The artist suspects that the person who betrayed him was working with the police as an informant.
Niggas move sloppy and I really don't like it
The artist dislikes when other people are not careful or competent in performing illegal activities.
Fuck around and get everybody indicted
If someone makes a mistake or does something careless, the artist worries that everyone around them might be arrested.
Saw dis shit commin', you woulda thought I was a psychic
The artist has been involved in illegal activities for so long that he can predict when something bad might happen.
Fuck around go dead broke tryin' to fight it
The artist worries that he might end up losing all his money or freedom if he continues his illegal activities.
Rated hood bitch, bitch I'm hood bitch
The artist is known for being associated with poor neighborhoods and engaged in illegal activities.
I ain't a asshole, but I'm on some hood shit
The artist might not be a bad person, but he is involved in bad things because of where he came from and what he has to do to survive.
I wish I would switch, I don't know how
The artist is involved in a lifestyle that he knows is dangerous and illegal, but it's all he knows how to do.
Blood gang swarm like a red ant pile
The artist is part of a Bloods street gang and uses that affiliation to protect himself and intimidate others.
Mean mug, like I can't smile
The artist has a tough persona and doesn't smile often because he doesn't want people to think he is weak.
Like my grill big, cost me a hundred thou'
The artist has a large and expensive diamond grill in his mouth that cost him $100,000.
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Andre Christopher Lyon, Marcello Valenzano, Dwayne Carter, Bryan Williams, Edward John Montilla, Jay W. Jenkins, William Leonard Roberts
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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