Gladiator
Bun B Lyrics


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The spirit of Pimp is in here (yeah)
Truck Buck (uh huh), never give a fuck (yeah)
6300 Westside Port (haha)
Southwest Superman (already)
Yeah, Trill Gladiators (mayne)
Yeah huh, yeah, goons catch ya in the street (yeah)
Gladiators we come to your house like Pimp say (no shit)
Uh huh and guess what? (what?)
We ain't doin' it for no money (what you doin it for nigga?)
Haha, we doin' this for loyalty nigga
Tell them niggas Bun

They thought it was over, they thought that I was done (I was done)
They said I wouldn't last, I'm the last one (last one)
I'm "Still Standing" like the Goodie to the Mo-B
In a black hoodie, it's the O.G., you know me (me)
Never bow to no feet or kiss no rings (rings)
Hold my own ground, never doin ho things (things)
Just to get accepted (accepted), just to be included ('cluded)
Nigga I am from the South, that ain't how we do it (do it)
True shit, you and your city must be on some new shit
Gettin' on my last nerve, such a damn nuisance
Pussy niggas on the rag, wearin Couture or Juicy
You don't like what I say, fuck ya nigga, that's my two cents
Opinions is like assholes and I don't like assholes
So stick your opinion in your ass ho (in your ass ho)
That's for whoever ain't me
You just hatin on a nigga that ya know ya can't be

I'm a, gladiator, greater than the rest
Bring who ever's won a battle, you'll never be the best
Got a chest made of metal, a jaw made of steel
When I put the hands of God on ya, tell me how it feels

I'm a, gladiator, hardest of the G's
Bring the biggest you can find, bet I drop him to his knees
I bring it to ya now, fuck bring it to ya later
And never take no shit up off a hater, 'cause I'm a gladiator

Now make way for the big man (man)
'Fore somebody catch a smack from the big hand (hand)
Rap-a-Lot is in the building and we in control ('trol)
"II Trill" comin through nigga, make a hole (make a hole)
And we ain't askin you but one time
Give a fuck if you pedestrian or the one time (time)
Nigga you can walk the gauntlet or the gun line
We can light the night sky up, like it's sunshine (shine)
'Cause I run mine (mine), this is native turf (turf)
And we'll squeeze and toss a nigga like he made of Nerf (made of Nerf)
He's playin games like it's Fisher Price (Price)
They gonna find your ass gutted with a fishing knife (fishing knife)
See now you gotta ask yourself a question
Is he really serious or was he just testin? (testin)
I hope your answer ain't the latter
'Cause I think you just made a mad motherfucker madder

I'm a, gladiator, greater than the rest
Bring who ever's won a battle, you'll never be the best
Got a chest made of metal, a jaw made of steel
When I put the hands of God on ya, tell me how it feels

I'm a, gladiator, hardest of the G's
Bring the biggest you can find, bet I drop him to his knees
I bring it to ya now, fuck bring it to ya later
And never take no shit up off a hater, 'cause I'm a gladiator

And I don't want to be nobody but
Never dick ride or see me swingin on nobody nuts (nuts)
Real hood nigga (nigga), real street nigga (nigga)
That'll stand up on his own two feet nigga (nigga)
Never been a bitch, never had a plan to be (be)
And talkin down on other niggaz ain't the man in me (me)
A man walk it (walk it), exactly like he talk it
We can swing it or stalk it 'til somebody white chalk it
You don't want a problem pussy nigga (nigga), so don't bring us up
Actin like you niggaz hard or twistin your fingers up (up)
'Cause you be bluffin in the streets
I let the dogs out, then I let the hogs out, 'til it's nothin in the street
There is nothin industry or Hollywood about me (about me)
I'm no studio gangsta (gangsta) but if you want to doubt me (doubt me)
Then catch me on the corner (corner) and run up if you wanna (wanna)
To kill your pussy ass will be a motherfuckin honor, 'cause

I'm a, gladiator, greater than the rest
Bring who ever's won a battle, you'll never be the best
Got a chest made of metal, a jaw made of steel
When I put the hands of God on ya, tell me how it feels

I'm a, gladiator, hardest of the G's
Bring the biggest you can find, bet I drop him to his knees
I bring it to ya now, fuck bring it to ya later
And never take no shit up off a hater, 'cause I'm a gladiator

Yeah, yeah, ya hear me bitch ass niggaz?
Uh huh, any nigga talkin shit, we comin to see ya (gladiator)




Picnics, to ya house, barbecues, yeah
Anywhere, clubs, tell him who comin Bun (gladiator)

Overall Meaning

In Bun B Ft. Truck Buck's song Gladiator, the lyrics are a declaration of the strength and power of the rappers. The use of the term "gladiator" in the title is fitting, as the song speaks of the combative and unyielding spirit of the rappers. The opening lines pay homage to the late Pimp C, as the spirit of the rapper is present in the song. Truck Buck then declares his resolve, stating that he doesn't care what others think and that the Trill Gladiators are there to represent.


Bun B then takes over with a verse about his perseverance in the face of opposition. He states that despite others thinking that he's finished, he's still standing strong. He then goes on to declare that he won't compromise his integrity to fit in or be accepted. He also gives a nod to his southern heritage and takes a shot at those who try to mimic other styles. The chorus repeats the line "I'm a gladiator" which serves as a powerful affirmation of their strength.


The second verse from Bun B sees him continuing to assert his dominance over others. He compares himself to a gladiator, stating that he's greater than the rest and won't be beaten. He also declares that he's hard and tough, and that he'll drop anyone who tries to challenge him. The lyrics once again serve as a testament to the rapper's unyielding spirit and power.


Line by Line Meaning

The spirit of Pimp is in here (yeah)
The song is dedicated to Pimp C and his influence on the whole Trill movement.


Truck Buck (uh huh), never give a fuck (yeah)
Truck Buck is known for his no-nonsense approach and doesn't care about what other people say or think.


6300 Westside Port (haha)
This line references Truck Buck's neighborhood in Port of Houston, Texas.


Southwest Superman (already)
Bun B's nickname is Southwest Superman, due to his association with the southern U.S. and his rap skills.


Yeah, Trill Gladiators (mayne)
Bun B and Truck Buck are proud representatives of the Trill movement and their style is compared to gladiators.


Yeah huh, yeah, goons catch ya in the street (yeah)
Gang members can find you in the street if you start talking too much.


Gladiators we come to your house like Pimp say (no shit)
They will come to your house and handle you like Pimp C would have done.


Uh huh and guess what? (what?) We ain't doin' it for no money (what you doin it for nigga?) Haha, we doin' this for loyalty nigga Tell them niggas Bun
They are not doing this for the money, but rather for their loyalty to the Trill movement and to Pimp C.


They thought it was over, they thought that I was done (I was done)
People assumed that Bun B's career was over, but he proved otherwise.


They said I wouldn't last, I'm the last one (last one)
People predicted that Bun B's career would be short-lived, but he is still going strong.


I'm "Still Standing" like the Goodie to the Mo-B
He is referencing the song "Still Standing" by the Goodie Mob, which talks about overcoming adversity and standing strong.


In a black hoodie, it's the O.G., you know me (me)
Bun B is wearing his signature black hoodie, and he is emphasizing that he is a respected and experienced rapper.


Never bow to no feet or kiss no rings (rings)
He is not going to bow down or kiss anyone's ring, implying that he is his own person and not a follower.


Hold my own ground, never doin ho things (things)
He is proud of his integrity and he won't do anything that he considers to be cowardly or disloyal.


Just to get accepted (accepted), just to be included ('cluded) Nigga I am from the South, that ain't how we do it (do it)
He won't compromise his values in order to fit in with the mainstream or gain acceptance. He is a southern rapper and he represents that culture.


True shit, you and your city must be on some new shit Gettin' on my last nerve, such a damn nuisance
He is annoyed with people who don't appreciate the Trill movement or understand southern rap culture.


Pussy niggas on the rag, wearin Couture or Juicy You don't like what I say, fuck ya nigga, that's my two cents
He is calling out people who talk shit but don't have the courage to back it up. He doesn't care if people don't like his opinion.


Opinions is like assholes and I don't like assholes So stick your opinion in your ass ho (in your ass ho)
He doesn't tolerate people who are arrogant or disrespectful. If you have an opinion that he doesn't like, he suggests that you keep it to yourself.


That's for whoever ain't me You just hatin on a nigga that ya know ya can't be
He knows that people who criticize him are usually just jealous of his success and would never be able to achieve what he has achieved.


I'm a, gladiator, greater than the rest Bring who ever's won a battle, you'll never be the best
He is comparing himself to a gladiator, which implies that he is a fierce warrior who can't be beaten. He challenges anyone who thinks they can out-rap him.


Got a chest made of metal, a jaw made of steel When I put the hands of God on ya, tell me how it feels
He is saying that he is tough and resilient, and that when he hits someone with his punch, it feels like it came from God himself.


I'm a, gladiator, hardest of the G's Bring the biggest you can find, bet I drop him to his knees
He is reiterating that he is the best and toughest rapper in the game, and he dares anyone to challenge him.


I bring it to ya now, fuck bring it to ya later And never take no shit up off a hater, 'cause I'm a gladiator
He is ready to fight anyone who wants to challenge him, and he won't back down from a confrontation.


Now make way for the big man (man) 'Fore somebody catch a smack from the big hand (hand)
He is asserting his dominance and warning people to respect him or face the consequences.


Rap-a-Lot is in the building and we in control ('trol) "II Trill" comin through nigga, make a hole (make a hole)
Bun B is representing the Rap-a-Lot record label and the Trill movement, and he is demanding respect and recognition from the rap community.


And we ain't askin you but one time Give a fuck if you pedestrian or the one time (time)
He is saying that he doesn't care if you're a regular person or a police officer, he expects to be treated with respect.


Nigga you can walk the gauntlet or the gun line We can light the night sky up, like it's sunshine (shine)
He is saying that he is ready for any kind of battle, whether it's a physical confrontation or a gunfight. He warns that it could get violent.


'Cause I run mine (mine), this is native turf (turf) And we'll squeeze and toss a nigga like he made of Nerf (made of Nerf)
He is saying that he is the boss, and he has complete control over his territory. He warns that he and his crew are not to be messed with.


He's playin games like it's Fisher Price (Price) They gonna find your ass gutted with a fishing knife (fishing knife)
He is calling out people who are pretending to be tough or engaging in fake gangster behavior. He threatens to kill anyone who tests him.


See now you gotta ask yourself a question Is he really serious or was he just testin? (testin)
He is saying that he is not playing around, and if you challenge him, you have to be prepared for the consequences.


I hope your answer ain't the latter 'Cause I think you just made a mad motherfucker madder
He hopes that people will take him seriously, and if they don't, he is warning them that they will regret it.


And I don't want to be nobody but Never dick ride or see me swingin on nobody nuts (nuts)
He is saying that he is his own person, and he won't follow anyone else's lead just to gain popularity or respect.


Real hood nigga (nigga), real street nigga (nigga) That'll stand up on his own two feet nigga (nigga)
He is emphasizing that he is a genuine and authentic rapper from the streets, and he is not afraid to stand up for himself.


Never been a bitch, never had a plan to be (be) And talkin down on other niggaz ain't the man in me (me)
He is saying that he is not interested in being a weak or cowardly person, and he won't talk bad about other rappers or try to bring them down.


A man walk it (walk it), exactly like he talk it We can swing it or stalk it 'til somebody white chalk it
He is saying that he walks the walk and talks the talk, and he is ready to fight for what he believes in. He knows that there could be fatal consequences.


You don't want a problem pussy nigga (nigga), so don't bring us up Actin like you niggaz hard or twistin your fingers up (up)
He is warning people not to start a problem with him or his crew, especially if they are fake gangsters or trying to front.


'Cause you be bluffin in the streets I let the dogs out, then I let the hogs out, 'til it's nothin in the street
He knows that a lot of people are pretending to be tough, but he is saying that he will prove them wrong. He will unleash his crew to take out anyone who challenges him.


There is nothin industry or Hollywood about me (about me) I'm no studio gangsta (gangsta) but if you want to doubt me (doubt me) Then catch me on the corner (corner) and run up if you wanna (wanna) To kill your pussy ass will be a motherfuckin honor, 'cause
He is saying that he is a real rapper from the streets, not some Hollywood creation. He is proud of who he is, and he dares anyone to doubt him. If they do, he will be ready to fight and kill them.


Yeah, yeah, ya hear me bitch ass niggaz? Uh huh, any nigga talkin shit, we comin to see ya (gladiator) Picnics, to ya house, barbecues, yeah Anywhere, clubs, tell him who comin Bun (gladiator)
He is calling out anyone who talks bad about him, and he is warning them that he will come to their house or anywhere else to confront them. He is proud to be a gladiator and he is ready to fight anyone who challenges him.




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Written by: BERNARD JAMES FREEMAN, STEVE BELOW

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