Hustle
Boy Big Lyrics


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We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle
We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle
We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle
We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle

We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle
We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle
We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle
We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle

We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle
We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle

Lookin' to advance in this world that's monopolized so I utilize
Careful not to jeopardize on my chances
Some niggas pack 17 to stack their advances
I had a couple of homies that went to Kansas and Colorado
I never been one to follow
I'm a lone desperado on the come up who rather sum up
Siskel gets paid to sit down with his thumb up
Asshole, watch cash flow take a downfall when your shit not on the ball
Who you gonna call?
Hustle hustle hustle hustle

First you see a flash and then you smell smoke
Schmooche cat, controllin' the whole scene
As my people choke, the hustle
I want to be down & all off into it
Like Russell Simmons, I like the women's
The hers not the him, I pass L's to my bredren
In my pocket stacks ends
But I always find myself saying, please excuse me sir
Place down your bottle
I didn't mean to step upon your eypps throttle
And get her overheated ready to be treated
For the Schmooche Cat addiction affection
To her state and being I had her seeing triple visions
Blue mountain tops and purple valley
Wantin' to hang with her eypps in my alley

Some do it illegal, others just want more than their equal
Tryin not to get caught up in the evil this goes out to all my hustling people
Just do it, do it, do it
Do it, do it, do it
Just do it, do it, do it
Do it, do it, do it

Smokin doja in the south central streets keep me noid
'Til I puff bomb E.T. Just to fill the void and recollect the word
Of vet put me down with be about your paper mack and watch the folks you clown with
Life's a hustle have money have heart
My matrimony to this playa shit is death do us part
And chasin' paper from the nine six to infin
Blazin' endo stems sippin' yack and straight Hen
Gettin' twisted out of shape like a pretzel
Comin wit more cross over appeal than Van Exel
And I hope to God that I don't go to serve no cavi
Stressin' to maintain self preservation up in Cali
My partners of mine are skyballin' out of control
But I ain't feelin that part of the game so slow your roll
And pump your brakes for goodness sakes
I spot the fake the scandalous dulo one-time popo and the jakes
Would love to ship my ass to Soledad or maybe Folsom
But I recognize a trick-a-ration so I mob by my lonesome
And see my status as a playa elevated as the hustler anthem
For all the haters is regulated

Some do it illegal, others just want more than their equal
Tryin not to get caught up in the evil this goes out to all my hustling people
Just do it, do it, do it
Do it, do it, do it
Just do it, do it, do it
Do it, do it, do it

You see back in the days crime pays
But now rhyme pays, so I had to hustle in many ways
Now let me break this down
I used to pack pipes like Wesley Snipes, and new jackin' like Nino Brown
Puttin' brothers in fear lettin' ya know that Big Boy is the nigga in charge over here
I'm buying new shoes and new clothes
Give me one of them two of these aw fuck it
Nigga give me three of those
My homie Shaun Juan used to give me 5 for 1
Back in the days that's how my hustlin' shit was done
Then that game went astray fools catchin' time
Droppin' dime and fools gettin' blown away
So suavecito my negrito put me with the Pharcyde
Tours and pours of Hennessy by the barside
Makin papes makin tapes doin' dates
All over the world in each and every state
Now I'm on the other side of the tracks makin' tracks
But still got fat backs and fat stacks
Yo Bootie Brown I guess I'm out
Paper chase hustle that's what it be about

We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle
We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle
We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle
We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle

We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle
We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle
We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle
We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle

Some do it illegal, others just want more than their equal
Tryin not to get caught up in the evil this goes out to all my hustling people
Just do it, do it, do it
Do it, do it, do it
Do it, do it, do it
Do it, do it, do it

Some do it illegal, others just want more than their equal
Tryin not to get caught up in the evil this goes out to all my hustling people
Just do it, do it, do it
Do it, do it, do it




Do it, do it, do it
Do it, do it, do it

Overall Meaning

The song "Hustle" by Boy Big explores the theme of hustling, the concept of working hard and smart to get by in life. The song begins with the repetition of the phrase "We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle," which sets the tone for the song's theme. The first verse then delves into the idea of using caution to avoid jeopardising one's chances of succeeding in a world that is monopolised. The verse also touches on the idea of taking risks and not following the crowd, as well as boasting about financial gains.


The chorus follows, emphasising the need to hustle, both legally and illegally, in order to get ahead. The second verse reflects on memories of past hustling activities, including drug dealing, and how the game has changed since then, with people now getting caught and imprisoned. This leads into the idea of evolving and finding new ways to hustle, such as pursuing a career in music. The song concludes with another repetition of the chorus.


The song highlights the importance of hard work, risk-taking, and perseverance in achieving one's goals. It portrays the different aspects of hustling, both legal and illegal, and acknowledges the struggles and obstacles that one might face when trying to get ahead in life.


Line by Line Meaning

We gotta hustle ya'll, we gotta hustle
We need to work hard and make money in order to succeed in this monopolized world


Careful not to jeopardize on my chances
I won't risk losing the opportunity to advance in life


Some niggas pack 17 to stack their advances
Some people carry guns to protect themselves while making money


I never been one to follow
I am not one to blindly obey or imitate others


Asshole, watch cash flow take a downfall when your shit not on the ball
If you don't pay attention to your business and finances, you will lose money


Who you gonna call? Hustle hustle hustle hustle
The answer to financial struggles is to work harder


First you see a flash and then you smell smoke
When someone hustles hard, they make quick money that can disappear just as quickly


Like Russell Simmons, I like the women's
I admire Russell Simmons' business success and enjoy being around women


But I always find myself saying, please excuse me sir Place down your bottle
I try to be polite and avoid conflicts with others


Life's a hustle have money have heart
Hustling requires not only making money but also being brave and determined


My matrimony to this playa shit is death do us part
I am committed to this hustling lifestyle for life


Now let me break this down
Let me explain my past hustling experiences in detail


Puttin' brothers in fear lettin' ya know that Big Boy is the nigga in charge over here
I used to intimidate others to assert my dominance in the hustling business


Yo Bootie Brown I guess I'm out
I am done with this song and this hustling lifestyle for now




Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Kurt Alexander, Greg Campbell, Romye Robinson, Randy Shelton

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