Live My Life
C-Real & E.L Lyrics

Yeah niggas, yeah
Expressing excitement and agreement

Uhhh, that's what I'm talking 'bout right here niggas
Acknowledging that the current situation is exactly what was desired

That's what I'm talking 'bout right here Gotti
Referring to someone named Gotti and expressing satisfaction with the present moment

This what I needed, nigga
Expressing that the current situation fulfills a personal need or desire

This the shit I wanted right here
Asserting that the current situation is exactly what was desired

This another 'Nahmeanuheard'!
Indicating the song is of a similar quality or style as previous songs

It's off Beelzebub for real
Stating that the song is truly exceptional or outstanding

Gon' live my life man (I'mma live my life...)
Deciding to live one's life without being influenced by others

Stop hatin' on us (Stop hatin' on us...)
Requesting others to cease their envious or negative behavior towards the artist

Talk to 'em
Encouraging someone to express themselves or communicate their thoughts

I'm gon' live my life, hey
Affirming the decision to lead one's own life on one's own terms

Thug Life, Lord you know me
Acknowledging the affiliation with a certain way of life and expressing that it is known by a higher power

This ain't life, this ain't love, save me
Recognizing that the current circumstances are unsatisfying and pleading for deliverance

Yo, yo
Indicating a change in tone or preparing the listener for a new verse

So what, you think I'm 'posed to live in the hood my whole damn life
Questioning the expectation that the singer should spend their entire life in a disadvantaged neighborhood

And get married on the Ave. with my damn wife
Rejecting the idea of settling for a traditional marriage in the artist's neighborhood

(N.O.R.E. & Ja Rule)
Referring to other individuals named N.O.R.E. and Ja Rule

And she gon' live her life
Affirming that the singer's partner will also live her life independently

(N.O.R.E.)
Referring to someone named N.O.R.E.

And we gon' be a-aight
Asserting that the artist and their partner will be alright

So shit, I send the kites to my niggas in jail (Send that kite, nigga)
Communicating with incarcerated friends by sending them messages or letters

And tell them niggas we good, once N.O. sell
Assuring the incarcerated friends that everything is going well for the artist's team

And to my street niggas, we done flipped out and beat niggas
Informing the singer's associates that they have overcome obstacles and defeated adversaries

And made the loudest niggas turn dis-creet niggas
Asserting that the artist's strength and actions have caused the most confident individuals to become cautious

As far as these chicks, they lovin' the pipe
Referring to women who are attracted to the singer's sexual performance

And she don't even like you, want to thug in her life
Implying that the woman prefers the company of someone who embraces a criminal lifestyle

See, she want a nigga go and walk the hood with her
Explaining that the woman desires a partner who will accompany her in their neighborhood

That nigga try to front on her, I'm in the hood with her
Promising to defend the woman if someone disrespects or undermines her

Shit, so stressed I could see it in her face--
Recognizing the visible signs of stress on the woman's face due to the difficult circumstances they face

When she walking down the block, but with me feel safe
Asserting that the woman feels secure when walking in their neighborhood with the singer

And them niggas won't front, have them dudes erased, it go...
Asserting that the singer can intimidate or eliminate any individuals who pose a threat to them

See I'm a vet, nigga, and I could take you to school
Asserting that the artist is experienced and knowledgeable, capable of teaching a lesson

And it's my fifth album, 'bout to quit like Rule
Indicating that the artist's fifth album will be their last, comparing themselves to someone named Rule who also quit

So go head and try it, see it just don't match
Challenging someone to attempt to compete or compare themselves, but predicting that they will fail

And ya man hate me, 'cause why'all just don't match
Stating that the singer's partner's significant other dislikes the singer because they do not match or compare favorably

Got my gun on me, and I could walk you upstairs
Asserting that the artist is armed and willing to escort someone to their destination

'Til you get inside the crib, girl, I ain't scared
Promising to protect the woman until she reaches the safety of her home, emphasizing fearlessness

And tell ya man don't even come outside (Y'all niggas stay in the crib!)
Warning the partner's significant other to stay indoors and not confront the singer

'Cause if he even try frontin', I'mma make that nigga run outside
Threatening to forcibly remove the partner's significant other from their comfort zone if they attempt to act aggressively

See I'm a thug for real, I hold the steel
Asserting the artist's authentic street credibility and ability to handle a firearm

And I could walk you through the hood on the darkest hill
Claiming the ability to guide someone through dangerous or challenging areas, even in the cover of darkness

See she love N.O.R.E., plus any nigga like me
Stating that the woman not only loves the singer personally but is also attracted to individuals who resemble the singer

Drivin' in the drop with a 10 cent icy
Describing the act of driving in an expensive convertible car with extravagant jewelry

Shit, she want a thug that's basically
Expressing that the woman desires a partner who embodies a street-wise, tough persona

See she scared in the projects, but safe with me
Acknowledging that the woman feels fearful or insecure in their neighborhood but finds solace and protection when with the artist

Shit, N.O... (N.O...) are to the E
Referring to the artist by their initials, N.O., and their association with the letter E

Spin out at 90 I'm hard with the V, it go...
Boasting about their high-speed driving skills and resilience to pressure while using a specific model of car

Yo, a-yo, good green, 'bout to get some Valley stick
Announcing the intention to consume marijuana and engage in sexual activities in a specific location

I'm on the west coast, fuckin' with my Cali bitch
Indicating that the singer is currently involved with a woman from California and is located on the west coast

And she always want some in the night and the morning
Revealing the woman's consistent desire for sexual intimacy during both nighttime and morning hours

Want to know everywhere, and where I'm performin'
Expressing the woman's curiosity about the singer's whereabouts and upcoming performances

Shit, but it's aight, just let her ride
Accepting the woman's inquisitive nature and allowing her to accompany the artist on their journey

Yo, she down wit' a nigga, just let her ride
Asserting that the woman is loyal and supportive, encouraging others to let her continue her journey with the artist

(N.O.R.E. & Ja Rule)
Referring to other individuals named N.O.R.E. and Ja Rule

I'm gon' live my life, and she gon' live her life, yo...
Reasserting the decision for both the singer and the woman to lead their own lives independently

See, we just tryin' to live our life, man (See... we livin' our life, baby)
Explaining that the artist and the woman are simply striving to live their lives without interference

We not even paying attention to why'all dudes, man (Dudes)
Stating that the artist and the woman are disregarding or ignoring others, particularly males who cause trouble

Talking 'bout 'cha paper
Addressing individuals who constantly discuss or boast about their wealth

Ain't nobody even ask you how many--how much you got, homeboy (How much money you got homeboy, chill out!)
Asserting that nobody inquires about or cares about the amount of money someone else possesses, urging them to relax

Chill out, man! (Live ya life)
Encouraging someone to calm down and focus on their own life

Word up, we just livin' our life, doin' our thing (We livin' our life)
Affirming that the singer and the woman are simply living their lives and pursuing their own interests

Thugged Out Militainment style (Thugged Out Militainment)
Referring to a particular style or approach associated with Thugged Out Militainment and expressing pride in it

Ya underdig? (Ya underdig?)
Asking if the listener understands or comprehends the message being conveyed

We keepin' percolatin' up in the knahpsmeanyaheard? (Knahpsmeanyaheard?)
Stating that the artist and the woman are continuing to engage in exciting or stimulating activities, using a slang term for understanding

Pop done popped'd off (Poppin' off)
Indicating that a situation or conflict has escalated quickly or become intense

Jump off done jumped off (It done jumped off a lot, though)
Referring to a situation or event that has become chaotic or disorderly

Off Beelzebub for real (Get them condoms nigga!)
Expressing that something is extraordinary or exceptional, accompanied by a humorous remark about the necessity of protection during sexual encounters

Yeah, tonight, put the Henny away tonight, why'all (Put the Henny away tonight)
Advising others to abstain from consuming Hennessy liquor on the current evening

We gon' drink that Cris' shit, and that Don Perignon shit (That Cristal, that Don Perignon and that good shit)
Referring to the intention to drink expensive brands of champagne, specifically Cristal and Don Perignon

Nah, nah, nah, put the Smirnoff away, nigga (Nah, no Smirnoff, baby)
Rejecting the idea of consuming Smirnoff vodka and advising others to do the same

We not drinkin' the Smirnoff tonight (Not tonight, why'all chill!)
Asserting that Smirnoff vodka will not be consumed on the current night and requesting others to remain calm

None of that shit, man (Grimey ass niggas!)
Expressing dislike or disapproval for low-quality or undesirable individuals

Put the 50 cent beer away (Put the 50 cent beer away, we ain't drinkin' that)
Advising against consuming cheap beer and encouraging others to put it aside

We gon' drink that expensive shit tonight, baby
Declaring the intention to consume high-quality, expensive alcoholic beverages on the current night

(Yeah, yeah, we ain't grimey tonight)
Asserting that the singer and the woman will not engage in low-class or unsophisticated behavior on the current night

We gon' be Holly'hood' tonight, baby (Holly'hood' tonight, baby)
Referring to the intention to indulge in glamorous or extravagant activities that are associated with Hollywood on the current night

Irv Gotti (Irv Gotti)
Referring to someone named Irv Gotti

Good looking my nigga (Good lookin', nigga)
Expressing gratitude or appreciation to someone named Irv Gotti

My nigga Ruleski (Ruleski, where you at, baby)
Referring to someone named Ruleski and inquiring about their whereabouts

We doing it up, baby (We doin' it up, nigga)
Expressing excitement or enthusiasm about the current festivities or activities

Thugged Out Militainment, we in here
Identifying the presence of Thugged Out Militainment and emphasizing their involvement in the current situation

(Yeah we gon' have fun, Thugged Out Militainment)
Stating the intention to enjoy oneself and highlighting the fact that Thugged Out Militainment is responsible for the entertainment

We drinkin' that expensive shit, we partyin' tonight niggas
Confirming the consumption of high-priced alcoholic beverages and expressing the intention to engage in fervent celebration on the current night

(Expensive shit partyin')
Elaborating on the type of celebration or partying that will take place, stating that it involves expensive items

Come wit' us niggas (Come wit' us niggas)
Inviting others to join the singer and the woman in their activities or celebratory endeavors

I'm gon' live my life (Gon' live my life)
Reiterating the decision to lead one's own life according to one's own desires and beliefs

Thug Life, Lord you know me
Affirming the affiliation with a certain way of life and recognizing that a higher power is aware of the singer's identity