Growing up, Boosie was hardened by the many difficult experiences he was put through. His neighborhood, notorious for drugs and violence, was a place feared by the general population. To outsiders, it was a jungle, to residents, it was life. Boosie got very involved in basketball to stay off the streets, and was actually expected to move on to college level basketball.
At 14 years old, Boosie moved in to live with his grandmother after his father was murdered over drugs. Growing up with no father figure and without a strong guiding hand, Boosie turned to drugs and crime. After being expelled from school, Boosie picked up freestyling and began to get serious about his music. Living in the 225, Boosie had no contacts, no real means of exposure. Lil Boosie teamed up with Baton Rouge rapper C-Loc in the late 1990s and made his debut on C-Loc's 5th album, "It's a Gamble", which also featured Three Six Mafia, South Park Mexican, and the rest of the Concentration Camp. This album was a saving grace for C-Loc, as he was slowly losing popularity. Releasing this album put him back in the spotlight, as he had a new young tallented rapper at his side. Baton Rouge couldn't get enough. Shortly afterwards, Boosie released his debut CD, "Youngest of the Camp", which sold over 10,000 units and featured fellow up and coming Baton Rouge rapper Max Minelli, which was exactly what boosie needed to jump start his career. The album spread like wildfire, every hood in Baton Rouge had flyers up for it, everybody was playing it.
After the incarceration, Boosie once again turned back to the streets. Ultimately, his behavior led to him also being incarcerated. At this point, Boosie felt as though he was a failure. However, fate lent Boosie a hand, and Boosie had an opportunity to join an up and coming record label called Trill Entertainment aka Trill Ent which was backed by Pimp-C of UGK. Trill signed Boosie and assisted him in bring his legal issues to an end. Soon after, Boosie and Trill independently released the CD "For my Thugs" under TrillEnt. This release went on to sell over 15,000 copies. Later in the summer of 2003, Boosie co-starred with one of his label-mates, Webbie, on the album "Ghetto Stories" which also went on to sell well over 15,000 copies.
Again paired up with Webbie, Lil Boosie's 2004 release, "Gangsta Musik" is what really gained him popularity. This CD featured the ever popular songs "Swerve" (which later made an appearance in the movie "Hustle and Flow"), "Give Me That", and "Bad Bitch". This was Boosie's first really popular album, actually penetrating the borders of Louisiana and reaching far beyond.
Boosie's talent was now undeniable, and he caught the eye of some Universal Records representatives. In late January of 2005, Boosie signed a deal with Universal, and released the CD "Boosie Bad Azz". This album, backed and promoted by Universal Records, was his strongest yet. Boosie continues to gain popularity at an astonishing rate, and is no stranger to trouble with the law. Already incarcerated for probation violation on drug and gun charges, the Trill Entertainment rapper and two associates (one of them only 17 years old) were indicted on first-degree murder charges by a grand jury on Thursday, June 17, 2010. The men are accused of being involved in the shooting of 35-year-old Terry Boyd in his own house in October. District attorney Hiler Moore stated that the killing seemed to be "over turf" and that if Lil Boosie is convicted the death penalty is not out of the question. The same day, Hatch was also indicted on multiple drug and conspiracy charges for smuggling large amounts of codeine, ecstasy and marijuana into prison with intent to distribute. His girlfriend, a prison guard and a fellow inmate were also charged as co-conspirators. In addition to these charges, prosecutors believe the 27-year-old rapper may have been involved in at least five other slayings.
I'M SORRY
Boosie Badazz Lyrics
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I'm sorry (I'm sorry) for putting you through so much (all my life)
And I say Ms. Connie I'm sorry for being a bad boy growing up
And when I was gone (when I was in jail)
Ma I miss you (Ma I miss you)
I miss you so damn much
She told me don't worry 'bout what they say (don't worry)
You coming home one day and you gon' be right back with us (real shit)
To my Ivyana (fat) I'm sorry for leaving you all alone
And to my lil Tarlaysia (black)
Black I'm sorry that your daddy was gone so long
To my lil nigga lil Tootie I'm sorry
You getting big boy you gotta stay strong
'Cause now that your daddy finally back
We gon' help him count his stacks
We gon' laugh together all night long
And to my Toriana fat I'm sorry for leaving you with only three
To my lil nigga lil Ray Ray I'm sorry that I was never there to tuck you to sleep
She look at me and say daddy I'm sorry (who I'm talking 'bout?)
I'm talking 'bout my Lyric B
And for my lil son Michael Jordan
Boy your daddy sorry but I make it up now that I'm free
Lil nigga I apologize (Oh lord)
I apologize (fuck that shit)
Tears in my eyes (I'm hurting inside)
To my big brother Taquari (TQ) I'm sorry (my nigga I'm sorry straight up)
And tell my niece Mattie I'm sorry too (tell Mattie)
To my nigga lil Darryl (Lil Bleek) I'm sorry (nigga I'm sorry)
That I was never mane to protect you (you)
Tears fall for the crew (mane)
Nephew thuggin' what I'ma do?
Let him down 'cause I'm the only one he listen to
My aunties I'm sorry
Sitting in jail missing my uncles daily (crazy ain't)
Fucked around and motivated the ones who hate me (whew)
I'm sorry baby
Now it's time I make it up
Smiling faces for you hating bitches (ha ha) who hated us
I let a million fans down and I'm sorry
They expressed it in their letters (what they say?)
Told me long as I'm in jail the game won't get better, now that's special
Special enough to make me grab a pad and pen
And jump on the mic and do it again (Do it again, do it again, straight up)
Special enough to make me grab a pad and pen
Get in the booth and say it again (fuck that)
I apologize
I got to prison and I got on my knees and I told God (I told God)
I apologize
Nigga hurting inside like a mutherfucker (hurting inside like a mutherfucker)
Nigga told me in there no pain, no gain
All I could say was huh bruh?
I'ma send this one out to all the ones I love
From the heart though real talk
I apologize, real though
In Boosie Badazz's song "I'm Sorry," he apologizes for the pain he caused to people close to him throughout his life. The song starts with an apology to his mother and Ms. Connie for his behavior and being incarcerated. He expresses how much he misses his mother and her reassuring words that he will be back with them someday.
Boosie then continues to apologize to his children, Ivyana, Tarlaysia, Tootie, Lyric B, Michael Jordan, and Ray Ray, for being absent and not being able to be there for them. He reflects on the moment when his daughter apologized to him which made him realize the impact of his actions on his family. Boosie also apologizes to his brother TQ, his niece Mattie, and his nephew Lil Bleek for not being there for them when they needed him the most.
Throughout the song, Boosie expresses his regret and how he wishes he could have done things differently. He understands that he let down his fans, family, and loved ones, but he also realizes that this is an opportunity to make things right by his music, bringing a positive change to the game, and dedicating songs to his family and loved ones. By apologizing and returning home, he hopes to make it up to them.
Line by Line Meaning
Look, I say mama (I say mama)
I respectfully address my mother and ask for her attention
I'm sorry (I'm sorry) for putting you through so much (all my life)
I apologize for causing you so much pain and hardship throughout my entire existence
And I say Ms. Connie I'm sorry for being a bad boy growing up
I offer my sincere remorse to Ms. Connie for being a misbehaving child in my youth
And when I was gone (when I was in jail)
Referring to the period of my imprisonment
Ma I miss you (Ma I miss you)
I express my longing for my mother
I miss you so damn much
I deeply and strongly miss my mother
She told me don't worry 'bout what they say (don't worry)
My mother advised me not to be affected by what people say about me
You coming home one day and you gon' be right back with us (real shit)
My mother believes that I will eventually return home and be reunited with my family
To my Ivyana (fat) I'm sorry for leaving you all alone
I apologize to my daughter Ivyana for abandoning her and leaving her alone
And to my lil Tarlaysia (black)
Referring to my daughter Tarlaysia
Black I'm sorry that your daddy was gone so long
I express my regret to my daughter Tarlaysia for being absent from her life for an extended period
To my lil nigga lil Tootie I'm sorry
Apologizing to my young son Tootie
You getting big boy you gotta stay strong
Encouraging my son Tootie to stay strong despite the hardships he has faced due to my absence in his life
'Cause now that your daddy finally back
Now that I have returned to his life
We gon' help him count his stacks
My son and I will count the money I have earned together
We gon' laugh together all night long
We will spend quality time together and share laughter
And to my Toriana fat I'm sorry for leaving you with only three
I express remorse to my daughter Toriana for leaving her with only three siblings
To my lil nigga lil Ray Ray I'm sorry that I was never there to tuck you to sleep
I apologize to my son Ray Ray for missing out on the opportunity to tuck him to sleep at night
She look at me and say daddy I'm sorry (who I'm talking 'bout?)
Refers to a conversation with my daughter Lyric B where she apologized to me
I'm talking 'bout my Lyric B
Identifying the daughter I was talking to earlier
And for my lil son Michael Jordan
Referring to my son Michael Jordan
Boy your daddy sorry but I make it up now that I'm free
I express my regret for not being there for my son and vow to make it up to him now that I am out of prison
Lil nigga I apologize (Oh lord)
I apologize to my son Michael Jordan
I apologize (fuck that shit)
Reaffirming my apology to my son despite any negative reactions I might receive
Tears in my eyes (I'm hurting inside)
I am emotional and in pain as I apologize to my loved ones
To my big brother Taquari (TQ) I'm sorry (my nigga I'm sorry straight up)
I offer my heartfelt apology to my big brother Taquari
And tell my niece Mattie I'm sorry too (tell Mattie)
Sending an apology to my niece Mattie
To my nigga lil Darryl (Lil Bleek) I'm sorry (nigga I'm sorry)
Apologizing to my friend Lil Bleek
That I was never mane to protect you (you)
Forgiving myself for not being able to protect Lil Bleek from danger and harm
Tears fall for the crew (mane)
I shed tears for my crew, feeling remorseful for the people I let down
Nephew thuggin' what I'ma do?
Uncertain how to handle my nephew's gang-related lifestyle
Let him down 'cause I'm the only one he listen to
Feeling guilty for not being able to prevent my nephew's involvement in criminal activities despite being someone he looks up to
My aunties I'm sorry
I express my apologies to my aunts
Sitting in jail missing my uncles daily (crazy ain't)
Regretting not being able to see my uncles while imprisoned
Fucked around and motivated the ones who hate me (whew)
Surprising myself that my imprisonment inspired my haters to work harder against me
I'm sorry baby
Apologizing to my loved ones once again
Now it's time I make it up
Realizing that it is now my responsibility to rectify my mistakes and make it up to those I have wronged
Smiling faces for you hating bitches (ha ha) who hated us
Promising to come back strong and spite those who doubted or hated me
I let a million fans down and I'm sorry
Apologizing to my fans, acknowledging that I failed to meet their expectations
They expressed it in their letters (what they say?)
Referring to the letters my fans sent me while in prison, conveying their disappointment and support
Told me long as I'm in jail the game won't get better, now that's special
Realizing the impact I had on the rap game and the hope that people had for my return
Special enough to make me grab a pad and pen
Feeling so moved that I pick up a notebook and pen to write music
And jump on the mic and do it again (Do it again, do it again, straight up)
Returning to the music scene and continuing to make art
I got to prison and I got on my knees and I told God (I told God)
Describing a moment in jail where I prayed and asked for forgiveness from God
Nigga hurting inside like a mutherfucker (hurting inside like a mutherfucker)
Expressing the intense emotional pain that I am experiencing
Nigga told me in there no pain, no gain
Recounting advice someone gave me in jail, saying that I must endure hardship in order to achieve success
All I could say was huh bruh?
Feeling confused and uncertain about the advice given to me
I'ma send this one out to all the ones I love
Addressing my loved ones and dedicating the song to them
From the heart though real talk
Speaking genuinely and honestly from the heart
I apologize, real though
Reaffirming my apology to my loved ones with sincerity
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ABBY URBINA, TORENCE HATCH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@thatkidchico3711
5 years later and this song right here still put me in tears everytime 💯
@kennethjones2576
No bs
@tsfxpre174
This song came out 4 years ago tho :/
@thatkidchico3711
@@tsfxpre174 wym?? This came out in 2015
@xbadnewz8013
😭
@mookiemookie7144
Kidd Chico 2020?
@serinasavant1740
Being a drug addict I didn't raise my oldest 3 all their lives! This song hits home! I'm sober now I got a second chance to be a mom 💪
@KC-gf8is
Serina Savant congratulations bless up
@treydub1003
Serina Savant congratulations
@stachaallen8298
I'm sooooo Happy for you keep it up love peace and happiness and blessings