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Bleek Lyrics
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Aiyyo, this time it's for my family, we ride or die
It's in the blood til the death, now aim for the sky
My fo' blow for sure, for dough, for own land..
It's money, drugs, and hot slugs
It's money, drugs, and hot slugs
It's money, drugs, and hot slugs
Niggas said I can't do it
Funny I done it
The album is here, now who the fuck want it?
I let niggas eat now I'm here to collect
I admit they tried, but they ain't rep correct
Now the dinner table's set and it's my time to eat
Don't even wipe your mouth, get up, be out!
Don't let the cars fool you, or the jewelry blind you
My life's the realest nigga, I should write me a novel
This for them broads that'll hold me down
And my niggas on the Internet that download my style
And my dog in line in at chow
Just bangin with his walkman playin me loud
And the nigga with that plate
Choppin them grams, him and his man
Listening to music that they understand
And that white boy goin to college
He don't know about the ghetto but know how to hold metal
Them white boys, they'll shoot shit up
They can listen to this shit, I don't give two fucks
But back to it, sippin on that Cognac fluid
In the Porsche, burnin the conduit
This is ride music, get high music
That M dot, hot supply music
That's the answer, life's like cancer
I thought I told why'all niggas I'm serious!
It's money, drugs, and hot slugs, you know Bleek
is not romanticizing a glamorous lifestyle. In fact, he's painting a very bleak picture of what it means to be hood rich. Bleek acknowledges that his family is his support system and that they will be loyal to him until death. He is willing to do whatever it takes, including illegal activities, to secure his own land and financial well-being.
He then delves into the reality of the streets, where money, drugs, and violence seem to dominate. Bleek claims that he's already achieved success despite naysayers and doubters. He's not interested in feeding anyone else's ego; he just wants to collect what he's rightfully earned. Bleek talks about how his life is authentic and that he could write a novel based on it. He acknowledges the people who support him, from fans who download his music to his homies in prison.
Bleek then touches on the racial disparities, referencing a white boy in college who doesn't understand the ghetto but is somehow proficient in holding a gun. He doesn't hold back from expressing his disdain for this reality, but ultimately, the focus is on the beat, the supply music, and the hustle that takes place in the streets.
Line by Line Meaning
Aiyyo, this time it's for my family, we ride or die
This is a promise to my family that we will always be there for each other no matter what.
It's in the blood til the death, now aim for the sky
Family loyalty is so strong that it runs through our veins until we die, and our ultimate goal is to reach success.
My fo' blow for sure, for dough, for own land..
I will do anything necessary, including illegal methods, to make money and provide for myself and my family. Success means owning property.
It's money, drugs, and hot slugs
The price of success is often associated with illegal activities, such as making money through selling drugs, and sometimes, it even involves violence and death.
Niggas said I can't do it
Funny I done it
People doubted my ability to succeed, but I ignored them and achieved success anyway, which shows their lack of faith in me was unwarranted.
The album is here, now who the fuck want it?
After much hard work, my album is finally released, and I'm challenging anyone who thinks they can bring me down.
I admit they tried, but they ain't rep correct
Others have tried to do what I do, but they did not represent themselves or their craft in the right way, and that's why they failed.
Now the dinner table's set and it's my time to eat
Don't even wipe your mouth, get up, be out!
I have earned my success and I'm ready to enjoy it. Others may try to take it from me, but I won't let them. I am not intimidated by anyone.
Don't let the cars fool you, or the jewelry blind you
The material things that come with success don't define it. It's about hard work, dedication, and surrounding yourself with those you love.
My life's the realest nigga, I should write me a novel
My life story is so crazy and authentic that it would make a great book.
This for them broads that'll hold me down
This message is for the women who will always support me, no matter what.
And my niggas on the Internet that download my style
I appreciate all my fans, even those who download my music illegally, because they still believe in me and my talent.
And my dog in line in at chow
Just bangin with his walkman playin me loud
Even the people in prison, who have very little, still enjoy my music and support me.
And the nigga with that plate
Choppin them grams, him and his man
Listening to music that they understand
Even drug dealers and their companions who listen to my music and relate to it are important to me.
And that white boy goin to college
He don't know about the ghetto but know how to hold metal
Even someone who is not from the same background as me can still appreciate my music, and may even relate to it in ways I never would have imagined.
Them white boys, they'll shoot shit up
They can listen to this shit, I don't give two fucks
I don't care who listens to my music, even if it's people who may perpetuate violence or other negative stereotypes.
But back to it, sippin on that Cognac fluid
In the Porsche, burnin the conduit
This is ride music, get high music
That M dot, hot supply music
That's the answer, life's like cancer
I am living the high life and enjoying my success, and my music is meant to be enjoyed while cruising or getting high. My music also represents my experiences, which can be both positive and negative, much like life itself.
I thought I told why'all niggas I'm serious!
My message is important, and I am dedicated to making sure people hear it and take it seriously.
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