What It Is
Black-Ty Lyrics

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You niggas is about to witness some next level shit
Black-Ty, Mannie Fresh
Hey lets go man

Yo, Freshly Snipes and Black-Ty, on your ass
One more time, bring it nigga, hey!

Said you wanna be a baller

More than likely all the niggas in the hood wanna be just like me
Dress just like me
Push up in a whip this pricey
Keep up a hoe stash and call them all wifey
Watch me get busy when they come to this mic shit
I talk shit
I'm quick to back it up with the quickness
And you wanna try to put me to the test
I'ma take over the South with my nigga Mannie Fresh
And yes, he was exposed to Black-Ty
Got in right away, next day, press play
The rest is history
Man I'm feelin' unstoppable like O.J. in his prime
Pushin' through the front line
So move bitch
I keep a lotta hoes 'cause I'm smooth bitch
Even niggas that's been rollin' w' Mannie for years
Is mad that they didn't get a track like his

Hey nigga (hey nigga), what it is (what it is)
If you wanna live longer mind your biz
'cause a mind is a terrible thing to waste
And a nine is a terrbile thing to face
Shut the fuck up, turn up the bass
Now move mother fucker, get out my space
Hey shawty (hey shawty), really though (really thought)
If you wanna fuck with me let me know (let me know)
Because a mind is terrible thing to waste
And a 9 is a terrible thing to face
Shut the fuck up turn up the bass
Now move mother fucker get out my space

Now I know you never heard it quite like this
'cause the beat in the trunk and the flow so sick
From the west coast to down south
They keep Black-Ty in their mouth
'cause they know what I'm about
I ain't about no games
I got fourteen years in the game
And its all the same
I see a bunch of new-money niggas
Shoppin' in the mall
Showin' off with their ran-through broads
I feel sorry for you niggas
You don't know know better
Still wet behind the ears
Trickin' off the cheddar
Thinkin' that you're ballin' man
You better watch it
They'll get ya for your money man

Hey nigga (hey nigga), what it is (what it is)
If you wanna live longer mind your biz
'cause a mind is a terrible thing to waste
And a nine is a terrible thing to face
Shut the fuck up, turn up the bass
Now move mother fucker, get out my space
Hey shawty (hey shawty), really though (really thought)
If you wanna fuck with me let me know (let me know)
Because a mind is terrible thing to waste
And a nine is a terrible thing to face
Shut the fuck up turn up the bass
Now move mother fucker get out my space

Do you really wanna see me disappearin' like Hudini
Go tell Asini to come see me
I'm Black-Ty fo-sheezy
And I ain't laughin' homes
When Black-Ty come on its like a danger zone
I ain't changed, I just changed my name and added a hyphen
Stop claimin' to be a real MC when you ain't writin'
I came to make you step your ball game up
I stay shinin' so you better step your card game up
So move bitch
Of course I keep a lot of hoes 'cause I'm smooth bitch
Even niggas that's been rollin w Mannie for years
Is mad that they didn't get a track like his

Hey nigga (hey nigga), what it is (what it is)
If you wanna live longer mind your biz
'cause a mind is a terrible thing to waste
And a 9 is a terrbile thing to face
Shut the fuck up, turn up the bass
Now move mother fucker, get out my space
Hey shawty (hey shawty), really though (really thought)
If you wanna fuck with me let me know (let me know)
Because a mind is terrible thing to waste
And a nine is a terrible thing to face

Shut the fuck up turn up the bass
Now move mother fucker get out my space

Overall Meaning

In Black-Ty's song "What It Is," the rapper introduces himself alongside Mannie Fresh in a confident and brash manner. He opens with the line "You niggas is about to witness some next level shit," setting the tone for the powerful and cutting-edge content that follows. Black-Ty goes on to describe how he is such a successful and admired figure that others try to emulate his style and dress, and how he has a way with women that makes him look unbreakable. Black-Ty goes on to flex his impressive mic skills, backing up all of his bold claims with quick-witted lyrics and displaying a clear mastery of his craft. He encourages others to follow behind him, but warns them to stay in their lane or face the consequences of his prowess.

Throughout "What It Is," Black-Ty presents himself as a force to be reckoned with, an unstoppable and undeniable talent that draws admiration and respect from everyone around him. He expresses his disdain for those who would try to imitate his style or detract from his shining success. He also exhibits a sense of humor and compassion, advising others to mind their own business, and acknowledging the danger and violence that can accompany success in the rap game. Overall, this song is a powerful and confident statement of Black-Ty's own abilities, his unwavering commitment to his goals, and his unique place in the pantheon of influential hip-hop artists.

Line by Line Meaning

You niggas is about to witness some next level shit
I'm about to bring something new to the table that you've never seen before.

Said you wanna be a baller
You aspire to have the same status and success as me.

And yes, he was exposed to Black-Ty
Mannie Fresh was introduced to Black-Ty and was impressed by his skills.

The rest is history
Everything that has happened since that introduction is well-known and established as a success story.

Hey nigga (hey nigga), what it is (what it is)
What are you up to? If you want to avoid trouble, mind your own business.

Shut the fuck up, turn up the bass
Stop talking and just listen to the music.

Now move mother fucker, get out my space
I need some space and you need to leave it so I can do my thing.

Now I know you never heard it quite like this
My style and approach is one-of-a-kind and you won't find anything else like it.

From the west coast to down south
My music is appreciated and respected all across the United States, from California to the southern states.

I feel sorry for you niggas
I pity those who are foolish enough to waste their money on frivolous things.

Thinkin' that you're ballin' man
Believing that you're successful and wealthy when you're really not.

Do you really wanna see me disappearin' like Hudini
Do you want to see me fail or disappear like the famous magician Harry Houdini?

I ain't changed, I just changed my name and added a hyphen
I'm still the same person and artist, I just updated my name.

Stop claimin' to be a real MC when you ain't writin'
Don't call yourself a true rapper if you're not writing your own music.

I stay shinin' so you better step your card game up
I constantly succeed and shine in my career, so you need to step up your game to keep up with me.

Lyrics © DistroKid, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MAXIM CORIOLAN, DANIEL THOMAS, TAVARES WEBSTER

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