Cam'ron made his acting debut on the 2002 film Paid in Full, where he played the character Rico, who is based on former Harlem drug dealer Alpo. In 2006, Cam'ron would return to his acting career and make his debut in screen writing in his movie Killa Season. Cam'ron plays a high school basketball player who eventually drops out of high school to begin his own drug ring. The movie was released in 2006, simultaneous with the Killa Season album.
Why No
Cam'ron Lyrics
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This is what the fuck I'm talking about
Back up in this fucking shit now
We gonna do shit ya'll niggas never heard of
Fuck is goin on in this motherfuckin bitch c'mon
[Jimmy Jones]
Yo yo yo yo I'm a nomad nigga
Little broke nigga I ain't have no cash
No threads and no rags
Shit was serious
I wasn't in no fads nigga
I'm no pretender
I've been to jail and I know offenders
You I don't know or no remember
But I know you tender
Shit you ain't no exeption
I'm in the hood with no redemption
When you gonna die in life there's no prevention
Why the fuck you put us here when you know we bad
Yeah I was one that would cut you
'Cause I came up to with no one to look up to
But the one that sold drugs to the ones with no life
Why the fuck police treatin us like we got no rides
Niggas I know the truth though I ain't got no poverty nigga
I know my roots
Nigga I know some mirrads that don't get no dormida
Ain't got no trible for no cormida no papa no madre no nada
Nigga no hente what the fuck people no comprende
[Freaky Zeeky]
Comprende what the fuck
Nigga fuck all this shit up in this motherfucker
Got get your own cheese nigga
What the fuck is the deal what the fuck is the deal
Nigga fuck is the deal nigga fuck is the deal
Keep it real on this motherfuckin bitch nigga
You talkin shit blah blah fuck you bitch
Nigga I do what the fuck I got to do
[Cam'ron]
Yo I can't live up in Hollow Hills with some model thrills
Why for the dollar bills I got the bottle Crils
I don't have to swallow pills
Why when I'm starvin I got to gobble meals
Why did I cop to steal
Why did I ride ride for real
Why we can't wait til our time God could take her
Why the flesh eatin disease make niggas get ate her
Why bitches with a fat ass gotta wear A cup
Why Dave Listern from the NBA-a
Why the great ones always break up
And when travisty happen they wanna make up
Why niggas can't get caked up and stay caked up
Say what why we can't tell who's smart or dumb
Why niggas in blue suits gotta take us and put us in orange one
Why Adam and Eve didn't know what was in the garden dun
Why niggas from America always wanna cart to foreign land
My drugs I gotta buy why sluts gotta fly why thugs gotta cry
Why when I get on blood got to die
Why me and Tai can't see eye to eye
Why when plane crashes niggas fly to die
Why were depend on a handshake when you reachin' a palm
Why beef with my mom why can't sleep when I cum
Why my black I love every fight I laugh when they mug me every right
I got to fuck every night
Run deep in my ways six feet deep in our graves
Why periods last three to five days
Why we ain't retreated to slaves
Why we don't learn til we leave for the cage
And we say the beasts is in rage
Why I can't tell you the whole story just a piece of the page
Why's no such thing as true lies
Why can't I have two rather than few highs
Why's homos got to do guys in the world
Why ain't there more girls that wanna do girls
Why's multiple-sclorosis why got multiple intosis
You know my .45 my .357 but why my shotgun why plot dun
Why man in statue depend on his rocks son
Why my hood fight flurges I see crook type murders
And niggas get cooked like burgers
Why your girl want my clique why your girl on my dick
Why she rub it against her mouth like it's chap stick
Why this rap shit
Why CEO's wanna rap why rappers wanna be CEO's
Yo why you all wanna see me blow
Why the rederick why I can't get my proper ettiquette
[Outro]
Better get all your money motherfucker get that said again
I want that money too nigga
Fuck that lil' two dolla prude
I wanna get that Cristal shit too nigga
Yeah niggas up in the shit motherfucker
I ain't stoppin' I ain't never fuckin' stoppin'
I ain't never motherfuckin' stoppin' up in this motherfucker
Nigga you better get some more money cause
We got to tapes up this motherfucker
You better be rich cause we got a lot more shit
I ain't never gonna stop motherfucker
I bet you better believe that
In Cam'ron's song Why No, he raps about the frustration and anger of living in poverty and the feeling of being trapped with no way out. Throughout the song, he asks why certain things happen in life, such as why there is suffering, why people can't achieve success, and why people are treated unfairly. He also touches on subjects such as jail, drugs, and violence, and how they have affected his life and the lives of people around him. The lyrics paint a bleak picture of the realities of life in the hood, and shows the despair and hopelessness that can come with it.
The verses from Jimmy Jones and Freaky Zeeky also touch upon similar themes, addressing the struggle and hardship of living in poverty without any help. They speak of being forgotten by society and how it feels like it's them against the world. The chorus repeats the question "why no," as if asking why things can't be different, why people can't catch a break, and why there isn't more kindness and compassion in the world.
Overall, the song is a powerful and honest reflection of the struggles and challenges of growing up in the ghetto, and the frustration and anger that can come from feeling trapped with no way out.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah nigga
Expressing a sense of confidence and assertion
This is what the fuck I'm talking about
Emphasizing the importance or relevance of the current topic of discussion
Back up in this fucking shit now
Returning to a familiar or previously mentioned situation
We gonna do shit ya'll niggas never heard of
Planning to engage in activities that are unique or unconventional
Fuck is goin on in this motherfuckin bitch c'mon
Expressing frustration or confusion about the current situation
Yo yo yo yo I'm a nomad nigga
Introducing oneself as a wanderer or someone without a permanent home
I came up with no dag
Rising or achieving success without any specific advantages or resources
Little broke nigga I ain't have no cash
Describing a financial state of poverty or lack
No threads and no rags
Having no fashionable or presentable clothing
Shit was serious
Referring to a situation that was intense or significant
I wasn't in no fads nigga
Not being involved in temporary or trendy movements
I'm no pretender
Asserting one's authenticity or genuineness
I've been to jail and I know offenders
Having personal experience with criminal activity and knowing individuals involved in such behavior
You I don't know or no remember
Expressing unfamiliarity or lack of recollection towards the intended audience
But I know you tender
Recognizing a sensitive or vulnerable side of the intended audience
Shit you ain't no exeption
Stating that the intended audience is not an exception or special case
I'm in the hood with no redemption
Living in a neighborhood without any hope or opportunity for improvement
When you gonna die in life there's no prevention
Referring to the inevitability of death and the inability to prevent it
Why the fuck you put us here when you know we bad
Questioning the purpose or reasoning behind being placed in a challenging or troubled environment
Yeah I was one that would cut you
Admitting to a past inclination towards violence or aggression
'Cause I came up to with no one to look up to
Explaining that due to a lack of positive role models, one had to navigate life without guidance
But the one that sold drugs to the ones with no life
Referring to individuals who contributed to the destruction of their own community through drug dealing
Why the fuck police treatin us like we got no rides
Questioning the unfair treatment received from law enforcement despite lacking resources or privileges
Niggas I know the truth though I ain't got no poverty nigga
Asserting that despite not experiencing extreme poverty, one is still aware of the harsh realities of life
I know my roots
Recognizing and understanding one's cultural or ancestral background
Nigga I know some mirrads that don't get no dormida
Referring to individuals who don't get to sleep or rest
Ain't got no trible for no cormida no papa no madre no nada
Lacking support, family, or anything else to rely on
Nigga no hente what the fuck people no comprende
Expressing frustration or confusion towards people who don't understand
Comprende what the fuck
Asking if the listener understands or comprehends the situation
Nigga fuck all this shit up in this motherfucker
Expressing dissatisfaction or annoyance with the current situation
Got get your own cheese nigga
Encouraging someone to pursue their own success or wealth
What the fuck is the deal what the fuck is the deal
Expressing confusion or frustration about the current state of affairs
Keep it real on this motherfuckin bitch nigga
Emphasizing the importance of honesty or authenticity
You talkin shit blah blah fuck you bitch
Dismissing or disregarding someone who is speaking negatively
Nigga I do what the fuck I got to do
Asserting one's determination to do whatever is necessary
Yo I can't live up in Hollow Hills with some model thrills
Expressing a desire for a luxurious lifestyle and not settling for mediocrity
Why for the dollar bills I got the bottle Crils
Questioning the necessity of engaging in risky activities to make money
I don't have to swallow pills
Asserting independence or the ability to make choices without compromising oneself
Why when I'm starvin I got to gobble meals
Questioning the need to consume large quantities of food when hungry
Why did I cop to steal
Reflecting on one's past decisions to engage in criminal behavior
Why did I ride ride for real
Questioning the motivation behind engaging in dangerous or risky behavior
Why we can't wait til our time God could take her
Questioning the injustice of taking someone's life before their time
Why the flesh eatin disease make niggas get ate her
Questioning the impact of a disease that causes people to deteriorate physically
Why bitches with a fat ass gotta wear A cup
Expressing confusion regarding women who have a larger body but smaller breasts
Why Dave Listern from the NBA-a
Questioning the identity or relevance of Dave, possibly referring to a sports commentator
Why the great ones always break up
Reflecting on the phenomenon of successful individuals or groups splitting apart
And when travisty happen they wanna make up
Observing that people often seek reconciliation or unity during difficult times
Why niggas can't get caked up and stay caked up
Questioning why individuals struggle to achieve and maintain financial success
Say what why we can't tell who's smart or dumb
Questioning the inability to differentiate between intelligent and unintelligent people
Why niggas in blue suits gotta take us and put us in orange one
Questioning the unfair treatment of black individuals by law enforcement, leading to incarceration
Why Adam and Eve didn't know what was in the garden dun
Questioning the lack of knowledge or awareness displayed by Adam and Eve in the biblical story
Why niggas from America always wanna cart to foreign land
Questioning why Americans have a desire to travel or relocate to other countries
My drugs I gotta buy why sluts gotta fly why thugs gotta cry
Questioning the inevitability or necessity of certain actions or circumstances
Why when I get on blood got to die
Questioning the cycle of violence and death associated with gang activity
Why me and Tai can't see eye to eye
Reflecting on the inability to reconcile or find common ground with someone named Tai
Why when plane crashes niggas fly to die
Questioning why individuals willingly engage in activities that may lead to fatal accidents
Why were depend on a handshake when you reachin' a palm
Questioning the reliability or significance of a simple agreement or gesture
Why beef with my mom why can't sleep when I cum
Questioning the conflicts or tension experienced in personal relationships
Why my black I love every fight I laugh when they mug me every right
Questioning why the singer takes pleasure or finds humor in confrontations or adversity
I got to fuck every night
Asserting the desire or need for sexual activity on a frequent basis
Run deep in my ways six feet deep in our graves
Acknowledging that one's lifestyle or habits can lead to destructive consequences
Why periods last three to five days
Reflecting on the physiological process of menstruation and its duration
Why we ain't retreated to slaves
Questioning why society has not progressed beyond the oppression of slavery
Why we don't learn til we leave for the cage
Reflecting on the tendency for individuals to only learn important lessons once they experience confinement or imprisonment
And we say the beasts is in rage
Observing the anger or frustration felt by those who face injustice or oppression
Why I can't tell you the whole story just a piece of the page
Expressing the inability to fully disclose or explain a situation
Why's no such thing as true lies
Questioning the possibility of complete deception or falsehood
Why can't I have two rather than few highs
Questioning the limitations or restrictions placed on experiencing moments of happiness or excitement
Why's homos got to do guys in the world
Questioning the assumption or stereotype that homosexual individuals are only involved with other men
Why ain't there more girls that wanna do girls
Expressing curiosity about the lack of women interested in same-sex relationships
Why's multiple-sclorosis why got multiple intosis
Questioning the existence or prevalence of certain medical conditions
You know my .45 my .357 but why my shotgun why plot dun
Questioning the inclusion or necessity of specific weapons in one's possession
Why man in statue depend on his rocks son
Questioning why a man in a statue relies on his testicles or genitalia as a symbol of power or significance
Why my hood fight flurges I see crook type murders
Questioning the prevalence of crime or violence in one's neighborhood
And niggas get cooked like burgers
Observing that individuals face severe consequences or harm
Why your girl want my clique why your girl on my dick
Questioning why someone else's girlfriend is attracted to the artist and seeking sexual encounters
Why she rub it against her mouth like it's chap stick
Questioning the unusual or provocative behavior of a sexual partner
Why this rap shit
Questioning the purpose or significance of the rap music industry
Why CEO's wanna rap why rappers wanna be CEO's
Questioning the aspirations or desires of individuals to cross over into different professions
Yo why you all wanna see me blow
Questioning why others have a desire to witness the artist's success or downfall
Why the rederick why I can't get my proper ettiquette
Questioning why the artist is unable to receive the respect or treatment they believe they deserve
Better get all your money motherfucker get that said again
Warning someone to collect all of their funds or belongings
I want that money too nigga
Expressing a desire for financial success or wealth
Fuck that lil' two dolla prude
Disregarding or dismissing something of low value or significance
I wanna get that Cristal shit too nigga
Expressing a desire for expensive or luxurious items
Niggas up in the shit motherfucker
Referring to individuals who are actively involved or engaged in a particular situation
I ain't stoppin' I ain't never fuckin' stoppin'
Asserting one's determination to continue without interruption or quitting
I ain't never motherfuckin' stoppin' up in this motherfucker
Reiterating the commitment to persist in a particular endeavor
Nigga you better get some more money cause
Warning someone that they need to acquire additional funds or wealth
We got to tapes up this motherfucker
Referring to the presence of recordings or music in the current situation
You better be rich cause we got a lot more shit
Implying that wealth or financial security is necessary to handle future situations
I ain't never gonna stop motherfucker
Asserting the determination to never cease or give up
I bet you better believe that
Emphasizing the certainty or truthfulness of a previous statement
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CAMERON GILES, DARRELL BRANCH, E. JILES, JEREMY JONES, JIMMY JONES, KATHY JILES
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