What I Represent
Bun B Lyrics

The, the underground, the, the underground
The underground music scene

This is the, the underground, the, the underground
This refers to the current state of the underground music scene

Now this one here for everybody out there off the top
This is a shoutout to all the listeners

This for the real slab swangas whipping dubs and drops
This is for those who own cars with big rims and speakers that make the car bounce

For the real block huggers that's embracing the grind
This is for those who live in rough neighborhoods and work hard to make a living

And the three time fellas that be facing some time
This is for those who have been to jail multiple times and are currently facing a long sentence

For them real deep boys that be baking and serving
This is for those who are involved in drug dealing, specifically cooking and distributing drugs

And them real hood hustlas that be shaking and swerving
This is for those who are involved in illegal activities and are always on the move

For them real cut throwers putting work in on the average
This is for those who are always working and putting in effort every day

And trill ass niggaz living they life like a savage
This is for those who are wild and live their life to the fullest

A lot of niggaz hold it down for they set it
Many people are loyal to their gang or neighborhood

And when the work comes easy and when the game ain't ready
Even when things are going well, one must always be prepared for the worst

Niggaz they really rep they're neighborhood good or bad
People are dedicated to their neighborhood, regardless of whether it is viewed positively or negatively

Niggaz that really be on the block throwing signs and flags
People who are heavily involved in their neighborhood and display it through hand signs and flags

Well, I'm here to represent for all the gangstas and the thugs
This song is representing the gangster and thug lifestyle

And the underdog niggaz that ain't getting no love
This song is also representing those who are often overlooked or disadvantaged

For a nigga trying' to make a weight for him and his crew
This is for those who are working hard to provide for themselves and their group

Just recognize, I'm representing for you, and nigga that's on the true
Bun B is representing for those who live a true and authentic lifestyle

I'ma sell my dope, I'ma bust my guns
This is expressing involvement in drug dealing and violence

I'ma fuck my hoes, I'ma stack my ones
This is expressing involvement in sexual activities and making money

I'ma smoke my good, I'ma sip my drink
This is expressing involvement in drug and alcohol consumption

I'ma grip my grain, I'ma drip my paint
This is expressing involvement in owning and modifying a car

Now, everybody wanna act like they already got it made
Many people pretend to be wealthy and successful

With the houses and the cars and the bills all paid
Many people show off their possessions and financial stability

Got a million in the bank and two million in jewels
Many people show off their wealth through their jewelry and money

But on the cool, life ain't like that for a lot of these fools
Life is not always as extravagant as people make it seem

Lot of people in this world coming up pretty hard
Many people experience great difficulties while growing up

Raised in project apartments, with no front yard
Many people grow up in low-income housing projects without the luxury of a front lawn

Had to share their clothes and shoes with cousins and brothers
Many people have to share their clothes and shoes with family members due to financial difficulties

Never had they own shit, they had to share it with others
Many people have to share what little they have with others because they cannot afford their own possessions

I wasn't born with a silver spoon sticking out my grill
Bun B did not come from a wealthy family

I was raised in the middle of the struggle on the real
Bun B grew up in a difficult situation and faced real struggles

Had some hard times in my life, trying to make ends meet
Bun B has struggled financially in his life

Not to mention, trying not to fall victim to the streets
Bun B has had to avoid the dangers of street life

Against the odds, a nigga made it out the game
Bun B overcame the obstacles of street life and became successful

But that don't mean that I'm gunna forget about from where I came
Bun B will always remember his struggles and where he came from

UGK ain't just a name, it's what a nigga is
UGK is more than just a group name, it is a reflection of Bun B's identity

I was there before I got in the biz and nigga that's on the rizz
Bun B lived the UGK lifestyle before they became famous

Now people always be around when you shining and balling
Many people are attracted to success and wealth

But they real hard to find when tough times come calling
However, people are often not around during difficult times

You got money, doing good, and they be all in your face
Many people will seek out successful individuals for their own gain

Then disappear like Sue Storm soon as you catch a case
However, people will also abandon you when legal troubles arise

It's like clockwork homeboy, the shit never fails
This pattern is consistent and always happens

Soon as they think the party's over, everybody bails
As soon as the good times are over, everyone disappears

Could a sworn they was your friends when your world was on shine
People pretend to be friends when everything is going well

But soon as you get some time, outta sight, outta mind
However, people quickly forget about you when things are not going well

It's a shame that some real ass niggaz took a fall
It is unfortunate that some good people experience negative consequences

It's a shame how they treat you when you locked behind the wall
It is unfortunate how people treat you when you are in prison

When your woman won't visit and your homie won't send you no flicks
It is sad when loved ones do not support you when you are in prison

Or come and see you, that's some cold ass shit
This lack of support is cruel and unfair

Well I miss my nigga, he was down for me
Bun B is thinking of a friend who supported him during hard times

That's why I got the whole world screaming," Free Pimp see"
Bun B is advocating for the release of his wrongly imprisoned friend Pimp C

And I'll be right here waiting when you touch back down
Bun B will be waiting for Pimp C's release

UGK we still holding the crown, kings of the underground
Together, Bun B and Pimp C are still the leaders of the underground music scene