1. Bow Wow is a Ja… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists with the name Bow Wow.
1. Bow Wow is a Japanese heavy metal band from Tokyo, formed in 1975. The band released their self-titled debut in 1976. The band briefly changed their name to Vow Wow from 1984-1990, and changed back to Bow Wow by their 1995 album Bow Wow #1.
2. Shad Gregory Moss (born March 9, 1987), better known by his stage name Bow Wow (formerly Lil' Bow Wow), is an American rapper, actor and television host. As Lil' Bow Wow, he released his first album, Beware of Dog, in 2000 at age 13, which was followed by Doggy Bag in 2001. In 2003, Bow Wow released his third album Unleashed, which was the first album released after dropping the "Lil'" from his stage name.
Bow Wow made his first movie appearance in All About the Benjamins, in 2002 as a cameo. In the same year, Bow Wow made his debut as the lead role in Like Mike. He later began to undertake lead roles in movies, such as Johnson Family Vacation in 2004 and Roll Bounce in 2005. He also played a supporting role in the film The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift in 2006. Bow Wow also appeared in five episodes of the television series Entourage, and starred as Brody Nelson in CSI: Cyber until the show's cancelation in 2016.
In his career, Bow Wow has had three top ten hits on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. He has sold over 10 million copies and 14 million digital assets worldwide.
Off the Glass
Bow Wow Lyrics
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I'm forcing it that uh
I have the talent
And hey
[Xscape (Bow Wow)]
He's the B-O you know and he's off the glass
(Yes I've been this way ever since I was a baby)
(For all my dogs all the kids all my ladies)
[Bow Wow]
It's the B-O you know that I'm off the glass
Representing so so we making that cash
It's a little pup now everybody want to be hustlers
Earned my stripes from the platinum MIC
Now what's up 1-2-3 times and still counting
How many time do I keep ya bouncing
Wait let me think ever since My interlude
Not a day goes by that you won't see me on the tube
Big things for a little big man
Still rock the mickey but I had to go and cop that big dog chain
Big dog earrings
I'ma do my thing
So when you see me on the streets
You see that big dog bling
When I crossed out yo' bak
It's gotta be up in it
Girlfriend you should know that
You won't see me in it
If the ride ain't tinted
If I forget to mention
It's all about the Benjamins Somebody better tell em
[Chorus]
[Xscape (Bow Wow)]
He's the B-O you know that he's off the glass
(and when you riding with me everything is under control)
From da O-H-I-O putting down a splash
(Tell em who I am 4 those that don't know)
Is the B-O you know and he is of the glass
Yes I have been this way every since I was a baby
From the O-H-I-O putting down a stash
For all those that don't know all my dogs all my kids all my ladies
[Bow Wow:]
I'm from the O-H-I-O
Doggy Bag near you moving out the store
Y'all know know how I do it
I keep em on the flow
Hands up knees bent have em' yelling So So!
2 way on to side of my Girbauds
Forces on my feet, I'm looking so neat
I old y'all I'm so tight to def
From Gucci to P-Roda to mention venesse
Now tell me this
How could we ever cut slack
When got my nizzle juiggas up on he Trizack
Yeah first it was Bounce Wit me
2nd That's my Name
All we goin' do it hit y'all with it Again
I got 12 on my neck
5 on my wrist
2 in my ear
I'm so Sick wit it
I been in the game since the age of 6
So by the time I'm 20 I'ma be Ridiculous
Holla!
[Chorus: x2]
The lyrics to Bow Wow's song "Off the Glass" are all about his talent and success as a rapper. The song starts with him referencing Michael Jordan, and how he's forcing himself to be just as good as Jordan was. Bow Wow then goes on to talk about how he has always had the talent to be successful, and he's now making that happen. He talks about how he's been making music since he was six years old, and now that he's twenty, he's "ridiculous."
Throughout the song, Bow Wow emphasizes his success as a rapper, and how he's made a name for himself in the music industry. He talks about earning his stripes and making "that cash," and how he's now wearing big dog chains and earrings, and driving around in a car with a tinted ride. He raps about how he's from Ohio, and he's putting down a "stash" for all his friends, kids, and ladies.
In summary, "Off the Glass" is a song that talks about Bow Wow's success as a rapper and making it big in the music industry. He's been making music since he was a child, and now that he's an established artist, he's showing off his wealth and talent.
Line by Line Meaning
Micheal Jordan
Referencing the legendary basketball player as a symbol of greatness.
I'm forcing it that uh
Asserting that he's determined to succeed.
I have the talent
Confidently stating that he possesses the necessary skills to succeed.
And hey
A casual interjection, possibly to encourage further attention.
He's the B-O you know and he's off the glass
Referring to himself by his nickname and boasting about his skill on the court.
(Yes I've been this way ever since I was a baby)
Implying that his talent has been with him since birth.
From O-H-I-O bringin down the stash
Representing his hometown of Ohio and showing off his success.
It's the B-O you know that I'm off the glass
Repeating his earlier boast about his basketball skills.
Representing so so we making that cash
Proudly representing his record label and promoting their financial success.
It's a little pup now everybody want to be hustlers
Acknowledging his youth and recognizing that others try to emulate his success.
Earned my stripes from the platinum MIC
Boasting about his success in the music industry.
Now what's up 1-2-3 times and still counting
Counting his successes and showing that he's still on the rise.
How many time do I keep ya bouncing
Acknowledging his ability to keep people entertained and energized.
Wait let me think ever since My interlude
Pausing to remember a previous moment of success.
Not a day goes by that you won't see me on the tube
Boasting about his constant presence in the media.
Big things for a little big man
Acknowledging his small stature but still boasting about his successes.
Still rock the mickey but I had to go and cop that big dog chain
Referring to his necklace and showing off his wealth.
Big dog earrings
Further showing off his wealth and style.
I'ma do my thing
Asserting his independence and confidence.
So when you see me on the streets
Acknowledging that people recognize him in public.
You see that big dog bling
Referring to his jewelry and showing off his wealth.
When I crossed out yo' bak
Possibly referring to his success in surpassing others or criticizing them.
It's gotta be up in it
Asserting his dominance and control over the situation.
Girlfriend you should know that
Addressing a woman directly and asserting his dominance.
You won't see me in it
Refusing to participate or engage in something.
If the ride ain't tinted
Refusing to use a car or ride that doesn't have tinted windows.
If I forget to mention
Showing attention to detail and acknowledging that he may have missed something.
It's all about the Benjamins Somebody better tell em
Referring to the popularity of money and encouraging others to realize its importance.
He's the B-O you know that he's off the glass
Repeating earlier boasts about his basketball skills.
(and when you riding with me everything is under control)
Implying that he's a good driver and a capable leader.
From da O-H-I-O putting down a splash
Further representing his hometown of Ohio and showing off his success as a musician.
(Tell em who I am 4 those that don't know)
Encouraging others to recognize his name and his accomplishments.
Is the B-O you know and he is of the glass
Repeating his nickname and boasting about his basketball skill.
(Yes I have been this way every since I was a baby)
Repeating earlier claims of innate talent and skill.
From the O-H-I-O putting down a stash
Repeating earlier boasts about his success and representing his hometown.
For all those that don't know all my dogs all my kids all my ladies
Acknowledging his fans and supporters and encouraging others to recognize them as well.
I'm from the O-H-I-O
Repeating his representation of his hometown.
Doggy Bag near you moving out the store
Boasting about the success of his music and merchandise.
Y'all know know how I do it
Asserting that people recognize his talent and style.
I keep em on the flow
Acknowledging his ability to keep people entertained and energized.
Hands up knees bent have em' yelling So So!
Describing a dance or cheering movement and acknowledging his record label.
2 way on to side of my Girbauds
Referring to his pants and style.
Forces on my feet, I'm looking so neat
Describing his shoes and style.
I old y'all I'm so tight to def
Boasting about his coolness and style.
From Gucci to P-Roda to mention venesse
Listing luxury brands to show off his wealth and style.
Now tell me this
Asking a rhetorical question to emphasize his success and style.
How could we ever cut slack
Asking how others could criticize or underestimate him.
When got my nizzle juiggas up on he Trizack
Boasting about his friends or crew.
Yeah first it was Bounce Wit me
Listing one of his earlier hit songs.
2nd That's my Name
Listing another one of his hit songs.
All we goin' do it hit y'all with it Again
Promising to release more hit songs.
I got 12 on my neck
Referring to his necklace and showing off his wealth.
5 on my wrist
Referring to his watch and showing off his wealth.
2 in my ear
Referring to his earrings and showing off his wealth.
I'm so Sick wit it
Boasting about his style and skill.
I been in the game since the age of 6
Boasting about his early start in the entertainment industry.
So by the time I'm 20 I'ma be Ridiculous
Predicting his continued success and wealth in the future.
Holla!
A casual interjection, expressing confidence or excitement.
Chorus: x2
Referring to the repetition of the chorus throughout the song.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRYAN MICHAEL PAUL COX, SHEPPARD DANIELS, JERMAINE DUPRI, SHAD MOSS
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