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Blueface Lyrics

Blueface, baby
Introduction of the artist's name and famous catchphrase.

Laudiano
Not clear what Laudiano means in this context. It might be an adlib or reference to someone or something personal to Blueface.

Yeah, aight
Casual response to the previous line or agreement to something implied.

I was down, I hit the studio
When feeling low, the artist goes to the studio as an escape or therapy.

Hop in the booth and let the truth be told
Entering the recording booth allows the artist to express his honest feelings and experiences through music.

Not a stripper but I gotta keep a pole (keep a pole)
The artist does not work in a strip club, but he carries a gun for protection.

They gotta pay me now just to get up close
Because of the artist's success, people have to pay him for the privilege of being near him.

Niggas lookin' up to me like I made it (I made it)
People admire the artist for his success and treat him as a role model.

I was down, you ain't care, now I'm up and they hate it (they hate it)
When the artist was struggling, people did not care about him. Now that he is successful, some people feel envious or resentful.

I hate waitin', but I had to be patient (be patient)
Although the artist dislikes waiting, he understands the importance of being patient and persistent for achieving his goals.

Anything I did, I had to be the greatest (the greatest)
The artist focuses on being the best and puts in maximal effort for everything he does.

Only one Blueface because I'm never changin' (never changin')
The artist is unique and true to himself, he will not change to fit others' expectations or trends in the industry.

When you make it, everybody start to fake it (they fake it)
People behave differently around successful individuals, some becoming phony or insincere for personal gain or status.

You wouldn't understand 'less we could switch places (switch places)
The artist believes that unless someone experiences his struggles and successes firsthand, they cannot truly comprehend what he has been through.

But I ain't trippin', these Balenciagas ain't got no laces
The artist is not bothered by other people's opinions or actions, he is more concerned with his physical appearance and clothing choices.

Hate niggas, my Glock racist
The artist has a dislike for certain people, and he equates that feeling with the biased usage of his firearm.

Defender workin' with the same nigga judgin' my cases (my cases)
The artist's lawyer is working alongside the same person who is responsible for judging his legal matters.

Went to jail twice, beat both them felonies
The artist has been to jail on two separate occasions and managed to get acquitted of both felony charges.

They found large amounts but couldn't prove I was sellin' it
Although the authorities found a significant quantity of something, they could not provide evidence that the artist was using it for the purpose of distribution.

Midtown patriot like I'm Bill Belichick
The artist is loyal to his hometown or area and compares himself to a famous football coach who is also associated with a particular region.

If you don't want smoke, dumb nigga, then stop inhalin' it (Stop inhalin' it)
If someone does not want to get into trouble with the artist, then they should avoid engaging in illegal activities that could arouse suspicion or provoke retaliation.

(Broke boy, you don't want smoke)
Insult directed towards someone who challenges or disrespects the artist.

Lifestyle expensive (my lifestyle expensive)
The artist's way of living is costly and requires a significant amount of money to maintain.

Premium in my Benz's (in my Benz's)
High-quality products or materials are used in the artist's Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

I tote Glock with extensions (Glock with extensions)
The artist carries a firearm that is modified for added ammunition capacity or accuracy.

I like a bitch with extensions (with extensions)
The artist prefers women who have hair extensions or other types of hair enhancements.

Broke boy, don't come up missin' over a mention (over a mention)
Someone who has financial difficulties should not try to associate with the artist or else they might face negative consequences.

I'm just tryna drip in high fashion in a mansion (high fashion in a mansion)
The artist's aspirations involve wearing expensive clothes while living in a large luxurious home.

But I'm never too popular to pop at ya
The artist will not hesitate to harm someone who disrespects him, regardless of his level of fame or popularity.

That .40 go "bang", but the MAC go "grra-ta-ta" ("grra-ta-ta")
Two different types of firearms are mentioned, one makes a simple noise while the other produces a more complex sound when fired.

(Leave more shots than ticket sales)
The artist is implying that he shoots many rounds at people when he feels disrespected, which causes more destruction than low ticket sales at a concert.

Leave more shells than Taco Bell (more shells than Taco Bell)
The artist leaves a lot of bullet casings at the scene of a conflict, more than an actual Taco Bell would use for their food products.

Tote everywhere, I can make bail (I can make bail)
The artist carries a firearm with him at all times and is confident that he can afford to pay his way out of jail if necessary.

Free the mob out them jail cells (out them jail cells)
The artist wants to see his associates or friends who are incarcerated to be released from their prison cells.

Gotta keep a Glock on me like a lunch pail
The artist thinks of his firearm as an essential item to carry around just like how schoolchildren carry their lunch pails to school.

Five bands just to get up close, I'm up close
People have to pay the artist a lot of money for the chance to be near him in person.

I been livin' fast, lil baby, suck slow
The artist's lifestyle involves engaging in various activities, including sexual ones, at a high speed and intensity.

But I'm never too popular to pop at ya
The artist will not hesitate to harm someone who disrespects him, regardless of his level of fame or popularity.

I was down 'til I got up in the studio
Going to the recording studio gives the artist a sense of purpose and helps him overcome his personal struggles.

Hop in the booth, then I let the truth be known
The artist uses his music as a way to express his thoughts and emotions to his audience.

Gotta keep the heat just in case it get too cold
The artist feels the need to carry a gun at all times in case of unexpected or dangerous situations.

Niggas want smoke 'til it's sparkin' out the .40 nose
People want to fight or engage in conflict with the artist until he reveals his firearm, which changes the situation.

Now all these bitches want me like I'm Mike Jones
The artist is receiving attention and affection from many women after achieving fame, similar to the rapper Mike Jones in the past.

I'm like a man smokin' at a gas station, I'm finna blow
The artist is feeling explosive and unpredictable, like a person who is smoking a cigarette near flammable gas.

Niggas want beef 'til I heat the shells for tacos
People want to start a problem with the artist, but they regret it once he fires his gun and leaves bullet casings behind like taco shells.

Just 'cause I put my meat in her cheese, I'm still not yours
The artist enjoys having sexual intercourse with women, but he is not committing to a romantic relationship with them.

You was late, I was on time
The artist was punctual and arrived on schedule, while the other person arrived late.

You wasn't here from the start
The person being addressed was not present or involved in the artist's life from the beginning.

You can't get nothing from finish lines
Because the person was not part of the artist's journey from the start, they cannot enjoy the fruits of his labor or success now.

I'm selfish, niggas can't have none 'til I finish mine
The artist is focused on his success and does not want to share it with others until he achieves his goals completely.