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.
Mercy On My Soul
Boosie Badazz Lyrics
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Have have mercy, have have mercy
On my soul, shine on me
Lord shine on, oh
First off I wanna apologize
Every time I made my momma cry
Leaving these pussy ass niggas traumatized
Bless me over and over again
I know he bless me the more I was sin
Guess I was moving too fast in the wind
Got tied and put my ass in the pen
Now I'm looking at the past, thinking 'bout the future
Glad I got another chance, see ya feeling's mutual
Protect me in the streets when the times got crucial
When niggas slung iron, you made me blind to the shooters
And now I'm all alone and I'm calling on you daily
Asking for forgiveness and I'm asking you to save me
Protect my T-lady , don't stress my old lady
And you and I know how much I love my seven babies
Have have mercy, have have mercy
On my soul, shine on me
Lord shine on, oh
Thinking 'bout them nights that my momma cried
Only son since my only brother died
Surgery on surgery, I can feel the pain
Have mercy on the Lord, please don't let her hurt again
God you blessed my auntie Brenda be the living proof
Had a tumour in the brain size of a grapefruit
It's for them ghetto saviours that's living major
Now they missing like the flight 370 to Malaysia
We was skinning and grinning, thought we was winning
Heard it's hot in Hell so I'm packing linen
And lately my conscience been shaking me, waking me right about my sleep
Keep it 100, I ain't slipping 'bout a week, hey look
Gotta do it for my little cousin Trasity
See her boyfriend took her life
When I think about the daughter that she left behind
Pardon me, can't let see a gangsta cry, Lord have mercy
Have have mercy, have have mercy
On my soul, shine on me
Lord shine on, oh
I was lost in a world-wind, now I'm sorry
Five different baby mama's coulda been on Maury
Staying up all night, smoking purp for hours
Can't even get my ass off to church a couple hours
Beefing with the enemy, teaching my son wrong things
In and out the hospital on that strong lean
Looking at the phone ring knowing it's my auntie
Knowing that she tryna pray for me, but I don't accept it
Now I'm selfish, not to others but myself
'Cause I'm feeling like nobody know my struggle, just my wealth
But that was then and this is now and since you gave me another chance
God man I'mma promise I make ya proud
Lotta times I screamed to ya, felt like you ain't hear me
You ain't heard me 'cause I wasn't worthy, sins dirty dirty
Thugs cry, no lie had to hit my niece
Like please please, have mercy on me
Have have mercy, have have mercy
On my soul, shine on me
Lord shine on, oh
Boosie Badazz's "Mercy on My Soul" is a song that mixes a message of repentance with an acknowledgement of one's misdeeds. The song starts with Boosie asking the Lord to have mercy on his soul and continue to shine his light on him. He then goes on to apologize for every time he made his mother cry and how he traumatized other people's lives. Boosie mentions how he called people bad names due to the loss of Lil Bleek and Lil Ivy. He asks God to bless him over and over again as he knows that he has received blessings even when sinning. Boosie reveals that he was "moving too fast" in the wind and got tied up and put in jail. He thanks God for another chance and asks for protection on the street. Boosie concludes the first verse by asking the lord to have mercy on his soul and the souls of others who have died.
In the second verse, Boosie continues to open up about his struggles. He talks about the painful moments when his mother cried, and his brother died. Boosie attributes his auntie Brenda's living proof to God's blessings as she had a tumour the size of a grapefruit but God was with her. Boosie later mentions how the world is missing people like the Malaysia flight 370 victims. He condoles with one of his cousins who lost her life due to her boyfriend's actions. In the second pre-chorus, Boosie talks about how he has found God and how he was a father of many children who could have listed him on Maury's talk show as their father.
The song returns to the chorus, where Boosie repeats his request for mercy on his soul and shines God's light on him. Towards the end of the song, Boosie makes a promise to God that he will make him proud that he will maintain his faith. The lyrics reveal Boosie's repentance for his sins and his acceptance of his wrongdoing. The main message is that redemption is possible through God's grace, and all that is required is a change of heart.
Line by Line Meaning
Have mercy on my soul, shine on
Asking for God's mercy and grace to be bestowed upon oneself
Have have mercy, have have mercy
A repeated plea for mercy and forgiveness
On my soul, shine on me
Asking God to shine His light on oneself
Lord shine on, oh
A plea for God's light and guidance
First off I wanna apologize
Acknowledging past wrongs and expressing regret for them
Every time I made my momma cry
Feeling remorse for causing pain to one's mother
Leaving these pussy ass niggas traumatized
Admitting to causing harm and trauma to others
All the bad names I called ya when Lil Bleek and Lil Ivy died
Regretting speaking ill of people who have passed away
Bless me over and over again
Asking for God's blessings repeatedly
I know he bless me the more I was sin
Recognizing that despite sinning, God still blesses us
Guess I was moving too fast in the wind
Acknowledging one's past mistakes and missteps
Got tied and put my ass in the pen
Having been incarcerated as a result of one's actions
Now I'm looking at the past, thinking 'bout the future
Reflecting on past mistakes and trying to move forward
Glad I got another chance, see ya feeling's mutual
Being grateful for a second chance at life and realizing God is also in favor of this
Protect me in the streets when the times got crucial
Asking for God's protection during difficult times
When niggas slung iron, you made me blind to the shooters
Acknowledging God's protective hand even in times of violence
And now I'm all alone and I'm calling on you daily
Seeking God's presence and guidance when feeling lonely
Asking for forgiveness and I'm asking you to save me
Confessing one's sins and asking for salvation
Protect my T-lady , don't stress my old lady
Asking for God's protection over loved ones
And you and I know how much I love my seven babies
Acknowledging one's love and responsibility for their children
Thinking 'bout them nights that my momma cried
Reflecting on causing grief to one's mother
Only son since my only brother died
Being the sole surviving male sibling in the family after the death of one's brother
Surgery on surgery, I can feel the pain
Acknowledging the pain and struggle of loved ones going through medical procedures
Have mercy on the Lord, please don't let her hurt again
Pleading for mercy and healing for loved ones
God you blessed my auntie Brenda be the living proof
Thanking God for the blessings bestowed on one's aunt as evidence of His existence
Had a tumour in the brain size of a grapefruit
Detailing the aunt's medical condition
It's for them ghetto saviours that's living major
Acknowledging the people who have overcome adversity and achieved success
Now they missing like the flight 370 to Malaysia
Referencing a real-life tragedy to symbolize the loss of people who have made a difference
We was skinning and grinning, thought we was winning
Reflecting on past joys and successes
Heard it's hot in Hell so I'm packing linen
A humorous way of expressing fear of eternal damnation
And lately my conscience been shaking me, waking me right about my sleep
Feeling guilty and troubled by past actions and thoughts
Keep it 100, I ain't slipping 'bout a week, hey look
Admitting to recent mistakes or slip-ups
Gotta do it for my little cousin Trasity
Being motivated to do better for the sake of a loved one
See her boyfriend took her life
Detailing a tragic event in the family
When I think about the daughter that she left behind
Remembering the child left behind after Trasity's death
Pardon me, can't let see a gangsta cry, Lord have mercy
Asking for forgiveness and mercy while maintaining one's toughness and masculinity
I was lost in a world-wind, now I'm sorry
Feeling apologetic after being caught up in past mistakes and misdeeds
Five different baby mama's coulda been on Maury
Humorously acknowledging one's past mistakes and the potential consequences
Staying up all night, smoking purp for hours
Detailing self-destructive behavior
Can't even get my ass off to church a couple hours
Admitting to neglecting spiritual life
Beefing with the enemy, teaching my son wrong things
Acknowledging harmful behavior and its negative influence on others
In and out the hospital on that strong lean
Detailing a negative cycle of substance abuse and hospitalization
Looking at the phone ring knowing it's my auntie
Feeling guilty for avoiding loved ones trying to help and support
Knowing that she tryna pray for me, but I don't accept it
Recognizing being resistant to help and guidance from others due to pride or fear
Now I'm selfish, not to others but myself
Admitting to being focused on oneself rather than others
'Cause I'm feeling like nobody know my struggle, just my wealth
Feeling isolated and misunderstood
But that was then and this is now and since you gave me another chance
Acknowledging the past while focusing on the present and future
God man I'mma promise I make ya proud
Making a firm commitment to do better and make God proud
Lotta times I screamed to ya, felt like you ain't hear me
Feeling unheard by God in the midst of struggles and troubles
You ain't heard me 'cause I wasn't worthy, sins dirty dirty
Realizing that past sins and misdeeds may have distanced oneself from God
Thugs cry, no lie had to hit my niece
Showing vulnerability and expressing sadness after a painful experience
Like please please, have mercy on me
Asking for mercy and forgiveness one last time
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TORENCE HATCH, JAY JENKINS, AKELEE RELLIFORD, MAURICE JORDAN, SAMUEL SANCHEZ
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@fernandoarmstead2500
I just heard this song,on the highway to Va,and played it on repeat for 2 whole days!!! After all I've been thru,in 56 years,I had to cry my eyes out,and be sooooooo GRATEFUL I made it here,ONLY BY YHE GRACE & MERCY OF MY HIGHER POWER-FACTS π―
@mac1bc
Stay up bro π We all blessed to still be here
@bjarmstrong5629
i know the feeling
@jamespatterson9013
No matter how hard life gets.......TRUST GOD
@michaelholliday4044
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@joshuaunderwood5639
Forgive yourself, the people you have hurt and those who have hurt you. GOD is sovereign, and HE knows our hearts. Blessings to you!ππΏπͺπΏβ€οΈ
@parrishaaron4128
When Boozzie said βif you forget where you come from, Youβll never make it to where your going.β I felt that shit.
@tawannadarden7846
Meant dat!π―
@remoo218
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@jarnold813
Facts!