I'm A Hustla
Cassidy Lyrics


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Nigga ask about me (Yeah)
Nigga ask about me (Yeah)
Nigga ask about me (Yeah)
Nigga ask about me (Yeah)

I'm a hustler, I'm a I'm a hustler homey (Yeah)
I'm a hustler, I'm a I'm a hustler homey (Yeah)
Nigga ask nigga nigga ask about me (Yeah)
Nigga ask nigga nigga ask about me (Yeah)

This for all my niggas that's in the struggle that's on the grind
All my niggas that ever had to hustle to get at a dollar, this for y'all man
Personality changed man,
The kid Cassidy, this for the hood

I'm a hustler, I'm a hustler homey
I got the product, narcotics for the customers homey
Feins open they be smoking like a muffler homey
niggas phony so I only got a couple of homies
If you a hustler I could, I could fuck wit you homey
You spend a couple of bucks I stay in touch with you homey
I get money I get 20 to K I got 20 strips all doin' 20 a day
I get cake from buds and haze I'm making dubs
they hating 'cause I'm on the grind like I'm making love
when cops got the block hot like Jamaican clubs
cop weight, wait for a drought and then make it flood
try to take my cake you gon' take a slug
But you can take my information if you taking drugs
cause I can sell raid to a bug
I'm a hustler I can sell salt to a slug

[Chorus: x2]
I'm a hustler, I'm a I'm a hustler homey (Yeah)
I'm a hustler, I'm a I'm a hustler homey (Yeah)
Nigga ask nigga nigga ask about me (Yeah)
Nigga ask nigga nigga ask about me (Yeah)

I'm a hustler, I'm a I'm a hustler homey (Yeah)
I'm a hustler, I'm a I'm a hustler homey (Yeah)

I'm married to the game, same bride just a new groom
I do more then just do tunes
cause my bills come in too soon, my son gon' be two soon
royalty checks come like once in a blue moon
but I'm getting my doe for doing shows
I made more money on the grind then on the road
that's why I stay fly and flying on hoes
car's are so cool, Aston no shoes
just a rubber band on my wrist, no jewels
I ain't got to prove I'm rich, I'm no fool
I know the rules I ain't got time for it
But a nigga will shine when it's time for it
and they will hate you deal with the real cake
and they on the corner from morning to real late
I deal weight and if you bastards doubt me
I'm a hustler ask about, ask about me

[Chorus: x2]

I'm a hustler, I'm a I'm a hustler homey (Yeah)
I'm a hustler, I'm a I'm a hustler homey (Yeah)

Yeah they made you got saved don't be spend the change
In fifth grade I was hustling my Genesis game
I was dumb young selling chew gum to my classmates
on the cash chase moving at a fast pace
never been a dummy never did what the dummies do
so I had a mill to burn before I turned 22
more money, more problem is true
'cause the more money I make the more problem for you
yeah I used dude voice props to the boy Sean
he made it a hot line I made a hot song
So stop drawing man you got to respect it
I'm the best Swizz got it perfected don't mess with
C-A-double S-I-D-Y cause I became the best when B-I-G died
the kid do it big like P-U-N
'Cause I'm nice P-A-C with the P-E-N

[Chorus: x2]

I'm a hustler, I'm a I'm a hustler homey (Yeah)
I'm a hustler, I'm a I'm a hustler homey (Yeah)

All my niggas that ever had to hustle to get at a dollar, this for y'all man




Personality changed man,
The kid Cassidy, this for the hood man

Overall Meaning

The song "I'm a Hustla" by Cassidy is an anthem for those who are striving to make a living by hustling no matter what it takes. It's a song for people who have been in the struggle, who have had nothing and had to do whatever was necessary to get by. Cassidy rhymes about his experiences in the hustle, from selling drugs to making deals and networking with other hustlers. He encourages others to ask about him and his reputation and proves why he is such a successful hustler.


The lyrics are a reflection of Cassidy's early life experiences as a teen on the streets of Philadelphia, where he had to hustle to survive. He paints a picture of the streets that only those who have lived it can truly relate to. He boasts about his skills as a hustler, from selling narcotics to making deals with other hustlers. Cassidy talks about the sacrifices he's had to make and the changes that have occurred in his personality as a result of the hustle. He also reflects on the fact that being a hustler isn't easy, but it's necessary to survive in the hood.


The song was a huge hit in 2005 and helped to establish Cassidy as a major player in the rap game. It also spoke to a generation of people who were caught up in the struggle and looking for a way out. "I'm a Hustla" became an anthem for the hustle and was embraced by the streets and the mainstream alike. The song and its message still resonate with people today who are striving to survive and succeed in life.


Line by Line Meaning

Nigga ask about me (Yeah)
I'm well-known and respected for being a hustler.


I'm a hustler, I'm a I'm a hustler homey (Yeah)
I am a skilled hustler and proud of my profession.


Nigga ask nigga nigga ask about me (Yeah)
If you don't know already, ask around because I am highly respected for what I do.


This for all my niggas that's in the struggle that's on the grind All my niggas that ever had to hustle to get at a dollar, this for y'all man Personality changed man, The kid Cassidy, this for the hood
I know what it's like to struggle to make a living, and this music is for all of us who have hustled to get by. I'm proud of where I came from.


I got the product, narcotics for the customers homey Feins open they be smoking like a muffler homey
I deal drugs and have a steady customer base. People who use the drugs I sell can't get enough of them.


niggas phony so I only got a couple of homies If you a hustler I could, I could fuck wit you homey You spend a couple of bucks I stay in touch with you homey
I know who my real friends are, and I only keep a few close. I'm open to making new hustler friends, but they have to prove themselves first. If you're a good customer, I'll stay in contact with you.


I get money I get 20 to K I got 20 strips all doin' 20 a day I get cake from buds and haze I'm making dubs they hating 'cause I'm on the grind like I'm making love
I earn a lot of money from my drug business, and have a large clientele. My competition is envious of my success and the hard work I put in, which is similar to the passion I have for sex.


when cops got the block hot like Jamaican clubs cop weight, wait for a drought and then make it flood
When the cops are cracking down on drug dealers, I lay low until it blows over before I flood the market with my product again.


try to take my cake you gon' take a slug But you can take my information if you taking drugs cause I can sell raid to a bug I'm a hustler I can sell salt to a slug
If someone tries to steal my profits, they'll be met with violence, but if they want my advice or connections for getting drugs, I'll gladly share that information because I'm a skilled hustler who can convince anyone to buy something.


I'm married to the game, same bride just a new groom I do more then just do tunes cause my bills come in too soon, my son gon' be two soon royalty checks come like once in a blue moon
I'm dedicated to the hustle game and constantly adapting to stay on top. Music alone doesn't pay my bills, and I need to provide for my family. Royalties don't come often enough to be my main source of income.


but I'm getting my doe for doing shows I made more money on the grind then on the road that's why I stay fly and flying on hoes car's are so cool, Aston no shoes just a rubber band on my wrist, no jewels
I make money from performing, but I actually earn more from hustling. That's why I invest in material possessions like nice cars, but I don't need flashy jewelry to prove I'm successful.


I ain't got to prove I'm rich, I'm no fool I know the rules I ain't got time for it But a nigga will shine when it's time for it and they will hate you deal with the real cake
I don't need to flaunt my money to prove I have it because I know the game too well. I don't have the time or energy to waste on proving myself. Success speaks for itself, and people will always hate on you for it. You just gotta focus on dealing with the real business.


and they on the corner from morning to real late I deal weight and if you bastards doubt me I'm a hustler ask about, ask about me
I work hard all day and night to sell drugs, and anyone who doubts my abilities as a hustler can ask around to anyone who knows me.


Yeah they made you got saved don't be spend the change In fifth grade I was hustling my Genesis game I was dumb young selling chew gum to my classmates on the cash chase moving at a fast pace
Just because someone helped you out in the past doesn't mean you have to waste the money they gave you. I started hustling at a young age by selling gum and video games to make some extra cash.


never been a dummy never did what the dummies do so I had a mill to burn before I turned 22 more money, more problem is true 'cause the more money I make the more problem for you
I've always been smart with my money and avoided getting into trouble. By the time I turned 22, I had already made a million dollars from hustling. But more money also means more problems, especially for those trying to keep up with me.


yeah I used dude voice props to the boy Sean he made it a hot line I made a hot song So stop drawing man you got to respect it I'm the best Swizz got it perfected don't mess with C-A-double S-I-D-Y cause I became the best when B-I-G died the kid do it big like P-U-N 'Cause I'm nice P-A-C with the P-E-N
I credit Sean for inspiring me with a line that I turned into a hot song. Don't hate on my success, respect it. I'm the best in the game and Swizz Beatz recognizes it. I'm following in the footsteps of other greats who died, and I'm making a name for myself with my talent, just like them.




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TIMOTHY MOSLEY, SHAWN CARTER, BARRY REESE, KASSEEM DEAN, MARY J. BLIGE

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