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.
The Dog in Me
Bow Wow Lyrics
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I'm the hottest thing to hit the block since
From CO to ATL I keeps it live
Like a fresh pair of 23's, once seen
Can't get enough of me, my team
Getting this paper from all angles, which means
Everybody got a triangle, ya heard me?
I'm "The Truth" like Beans
You looking at the rock
Not to mention that I'm hot, yeah you already know
And I shuts down the spot wherever I go
Call me the Tiger Woods of this, young and explosive
I come with the dopest flow at thirteen like whoa
Little girls think that I'm delicious
Grown folks say I'm just too vicious, but they don't understand
It's just the dog in me
And that's just the way I am
Mess with me you get bit
In two-kay I ain't having it, what y'all don't understand?
It's just the dog in me
And that's just the way I am
Lil man with the big checks
Lil man that's got big girls wanting to teach me about sex
I don't care who coming, cause I'm here now
A hundred miles and running, Lil' Bow Wow
Drop bombs like Flex, constantly
And at 6 o'clock you can find me on Craig Street
Can't wait till I can see what the club be bout
Can't wait to get a whip so I can dub it out
I like no gold, I rock corn rows
The only way I know to hit the block is on swoll
Could never get enough dough so I keep grindin
So I can keep shinin and Big Tymin' like Baby
Little girls think that I'm delicious
Grown folks say I'm just too vicious, but they don't understand
It's just the dog in me
And that's just the way I am
Mess with me you get bit
In two-kay I ain't having it, what y'all don't understand?
It's just the dog in me
And that's just the way I am
Now my wallets too deep for y'all cats to swim
So if you copy me I'm dissing you like Eminem
I mean straight to your face or live on TV
I might look cute, but it's the dog in me
That makes me wanna tear it up, everything in sight
Jump from girl to girl to stay out all night long
I'm little, but I, get my mack on
With my nick nack patty wack def backbone
Got everybody at home glued to they tube
Waiting to see what I drop new like Clue
Cause when I do what I do I breaks the bank
Cause a dog ain't a dog without a pile of stank
Little girls think that I'm delicious
Grown folks say I'm just too vicious, but they don't understand
It's just the dog in me
And that's just the way I am
Mess with me you get bit
In two-kay I ain't having it, what y'all don't understand?
It's just the dog in me
And that's just the way I am
In Bow Wow's song The Dog in Me, the young rapper boasts about his fame and success. He compares himself to a fresh pair of sneakers, that once seen, people can't get enough of him and his team. Bow Wow also emphasizes that he is "The Truth" like Beans, a reference to his mentor Beanie Sigel, who helped Bow Wow's career after discovering him at a concert. He refers to himself as the Tiger Woods of rap due to his explosive and young talent. Bow Wow also shares his experience about his success being treated differently by various age groups. Young girls think he is "delicious," while grown-ups label him as "vicious." Bow Wow also makes it clear that he is little but powerful, a dog that could "tear it up" and attract all attention from the TV screens and clubs.
The lyrics show Bow Wow's strong self-confidence, determination, and overwhelming success despite his young age. His lyrics also reveal his journey towards success and how he deals with criticism and stereotypes. The use of the metaphor of "the dog in me" shows how Bow Wow identifies himself with a powerful, loyal, and determined animal that goes after his dream, no matter the obstacles or judgments.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah,
Expressing confidence and passion
I'm the hottest thing to hit the block since
I am the most popular and successful rapper
From CO to ATL I keeps it live
My music is popular and exciting across cities
Like a fresh pair of 23's, once seen
People can't resist me or my presence
Can't get enough of me, my team
I am always in demand and part of a successful group
Getting this paper from all angles, which means
I am making money in multiple ways
Everybody got a triangle, ya heard me?
Everyone I work with contributes to my success
I'm 'The Truth' like Beans
I am genuinely talented and authentic like Beanie Siegel
And when it comes to teens in this rap thing
Among young rappers, I am the best
You looking at the rock
I am the star and center of attention
Not to mention that I'm hot, yeah you already know
My talent and popularity are well-known
And I shuts down the spot wherever I go
I am successful wherever I perform
Call me the Tiger Woods of this, young and explosive
I am talented and highly-successful at a young age like Tiger Woods
I come with the dopest flow at thirteen like whoa
My rapping skills are exceptional even at a young age
Little girls think that I'm delicious
Young girls find me attractive
Grown folks say I'm just too vicious, but they don't understand
Adults criticize me, but they don't appreciate my talent
It's just the dog in me
My confident, fierce personality comes naturally
And that's just the way I am
I cannot change the way that I am
Mess with me you get bit
I will not tolerate disrespect and will react aggressively
In two-kay I ain't having it, what y'all don't understand?
I will not tolerate disrespect in any year
Lil man with the big checks
I am young but make a lot of money
Lil man that's got big girls wanting to teach me about sex
Older women are attracted to me and want to educate me
I don't care who coming, cause I'm here now
I am confident in my own abilities and success
A hundred miles and running, Lil' Bow Wow
I am always busy and on the move as a young rapper
Drop bombs like Flex, constantly
I produce great music consistently like DJ Funkmaster Flex
And at 6 o'clock you can find me on Craig Street
My hard work and popularity cause me to be sought after like a location on Craig Street
Can't wait till I can see what the club be bout
I am excited to experience the nightlife and party culture
Can't wait to get a whip so I can dub it out
I am eager to acquire a nice car and customize it
I like no gold, I rock corn rows
I prefer a simpler, more natural appearance with braids instead of flashy jewelry
The only way I know to hit the block is on swoll
I am always confident and assertive when performing
Could never get enough dough so I keep grindin
I am always striving for financial success
So I can keep shinin and Big Tymin' like Baby
I want to continue to be successful and live a lavish lifestyle like Birdman
Now my wallets too deep for y'all cats to swim
I am extremely wealthy and successful, surpassing others in material wealth
So if you copy me I'm dissing you like Eminem
I am warning others not to copy my style, or I will insult and criticize them like Eminem
I mean straight to your face or live on TV
I am not afraid to be direct and confrontational, in person or publicly
I might look cute, but it's the dog in me
Despite my appearance, I have a fierce and confident personality
That makes me wanna tear it up, everything in sight
I am always driven to succeed and will do whatever it takes
Jump from girl to girl to stay out all night long
I enjoy dating and having fun with women
I'm little, but I, get my mack on
Despite my small stature, I am successful with women and have game
With my nick nack patty wack def backbone
I am confident and assertive in everything I do
Got everybody at home glued to they tube
My fans are always watching and following my success on TV
Waiting to see what I drop new like Clue
My fans are eagerly awaiting my new music releases like DJ Clue mixtapes
Cause when I do what I do I breaks the bank
My success is financially rewarding
Cause a dog ain't a dog without a pile of stank
I am fierce and successful, like a dog with a strong, impactful presence
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRYAN MICHAEL COX, JERMAINE DUPRI
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