Cozart attended Dulles Elementary School and later Banner High School on Chicago's South Side, which is where he got his career start. In December 2011, he was arrested on a weapons charge (aggravated unlawful use of a weapon) and put under house arrest at his grandmother's home. While under house arrest, Cozart posted several videos to his YouTube account. The attention he received grew in the short time between the release of several mixtapes and several music videos, including "Bang," "3Hunna," and "I Don't Like." After two locally successful mixtapes, "I Don't Like" became a local hit in Chicago. It also caught fellow Chicago rapper Kanye West's attention, and West organized a remix of the song along with rappers Pusha T, Jadakiss, and Big Sean. On July 7, 2012, it was announced that Chief Keef would be performing at the 2012 Lollapalooza music festival.
In the following years, Keef has served up a continuous stream of releases, such as Back From the Dead 2 (2014), Bang 3 (2015), and Thot Breaker (2017). Critics have cited Chief Keef as a major influence on contemporary hip hop through his impact on artists such as Lil Uzi Vert, 21 Savage, Tupac and various collaborations.
I Don't Think They Love Me
Chief Keef Lyrics
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Ye put Chicago on, I put Chiraq on
On foenem
Nah, for real
Thank you, thank you, thank you
We done buried so many of the guys
Got an AP, but don't know when it's your time
If she from Hong-Kong, she be eatin' wonton
Chopsticks, sizzle cake 'cause he bum-bum-bum
Gun on you, but it's in trunk, what the fuck?
I pulled Jovel out the seat, and pump him up
You in close range, that shotgun gon' dump you up
In the yard, these bitches jookin' on me
Party bitches, jookin' on me
Pop him and his homie
Fry they ass like baloney
I can buy a chimp, still lonely
Ever since I got money
All my dang bitches love me
Ridin' round in my Hellcat
He hate me, I felt that
With a coat she be actin' stand Jack
Turn the T, I nailed that
You ain't grow up in the projects
I made a bitch, that's some stretch
We love you more and one less
I don't want you, baby, I want neck
I ain't buyin' a bitch shit, if she don't buy me shit
We one hand cocked for a freak bitch
I can't give a bitch shit, if she ain't gave me shit
She ain't know who her baby daddy, say I might be it
Say a nigga actin' crazy, that's how we get
We ain't get tutored in the streets, how you gon' teach shit?
I can't live with no bitch, she might bleach my shit
I just hit the back of the club on some VIP shit
Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy
Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy
Sosa baby
Sit gang, situation gang, bitch
I wanna clear my mind
I got a Lamborghini and it's parked outside
I'm in a Lamborghini
Couldn't make it right with shorty, at least I tried
Wanna be my shorty, I am not Plies
Tryna have me sprung, I ain't T-Pain
Got some bad hoes, brought 'em to me, gang
I mean, gang got bad hoes, and brought 'em to me, me
Sent some flyers out to let you know the choppa got a mean grin
Fuck G on the west side of the fefe
You know I'm Gucci, yeah, I'm GG
Skinny lil' bitch, with a head like RiRi
The lyrics to Chief Keef's song "I Don't Think They Love Me" depict the artist reflecting on his rise to fame and success, as well as his experience growing up in a violent neighborhood. The song also touches on themes of loyalty and distrust within relationships.
In the first paragraph, Chief Keef acknowledges the influence Kanye West had on putting Chicago (his hometown) on the map, but he claims to have put "Chiraq" (an amalgamation of Chicago and Iraq, representing the violent reputation of his neighborhood) on the map. This line highlights the artist's pride in representing his local community.
The second paragraph delves into the violence and loss that Chief Keef has experienced, as he mentions burying many of his friends and the constant reminder that death can strike unexpectedly. He then transitions to a more lighthearted reference, talking about a girl from Hong-Kong eating wonton. This could be seen as Chief Keef trying to find moments of joy or distraction amidst the challenges of his environment.
Moving on to the third paragraph, Chief Keef continues to reflect on his lifestyle, including his affinity for partying and the dangers that come with it. He talks about pulling someone named Jovel out of their seat, possibly referring to an altercation or conflict. He also mentions using a shotgun at close range, emphasizing the potential lethality of his actions. The line about buying a chimp but still feeling lonely implies that despite his material wealth, Chief Keef still struggles with personal relationships and finding genuine connections.
The final paragraph starts with Chief Keef bragging about driving a Hellcat, a high-performance car. He then talks about not wanting to invest in a relationship unless he receives something in return, indicating a transactional mindset. He references growing up in the projects and not receiving proper education, suggesting that his upbringing in a disadvantaged neighborhood influenced his street mentality. The section concludes with Chief Keef expressing a reluctance to live with a woman, fearing that she may damage or sabotage his belongings.
The final repetition of the main chorus, "Ayy, ayy, ayy," serves as a catchy hook that solidifies the song's memorable elements. In the outro, Chief Keef briefly mentions his Lamborghini parked outside, suggesting an affluent lifestyle. He mentions trying to make things right with someone but failing, referencing the challenges he faces in maintaining meaningful connections. The lyrics also touch on the artist's desire for a partner, but he asserts that he is not easily manipulated or controlled ("I am not Plies," an American rapper known for his songs about relationships) and compares himself to T-Pain, who popularized the use of auto-tune to create his signature sound.
Overall, the song conveys Chief Keef's unapologetic and gritty perspective on his experiences growing up in a violent neighborhood and navigating the music industry. It tackles themes such as loyalty, mistrust, success, materialism, and the challenges of forming meaningful relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Ye put Chicago on, I put Chiraq on
Kanye West brought attention to Chicago, but I made Chiraq famous
On foenem
I swear on my dead homies
Nah, for real
No, seriously
Thank you, thank you, thank you
Expressing gratitude
We done buried so many of the guys
We have lost many friends to violence
Got an AP, but don't know when it's your time
I have a fancy watch, but the reality is, death can come unexpectedly
She like 'Sosa, do you like fish?', uh-uh
A girl asks if I like fish, but I don't
If she from Hong-Kong, she be eatin' wonton
If she is from Hong Kong, she probably eats wonton soup
Chopsticks, sizzle cake 'cause he bum-bum-bum
Using chopsticks to eat a Chinese dish called sizzle cake
Gun on you, but it's in trunk, what the fuck?
You have a gun, but it's in the trunk, why?
I pulled Jovel out the seat, and pump him up
I took Jovel out of his seat and motivated him
You in close range, that shotgun gon' dump you up
If you're within close range, a shotgun will harm you
In the yard, these bitches jookin' on me
Girls are dancing provocatively around me in the yard
Party bitches, jookin' on me
Girls at a party are dancing provocatively around me
Pop him and his homie
Shoot him and his friend
Fry they ass like baloney
Cook them like fried baloney
I can buy a chimp, still lonely
Even if I can afford a chimpanzee, I still feel lonely
Ever since I got money
Since I became wealthy
All my dang bitches love me
All the girls who belong to the gang love me
Ridin' round in my Hellcat
Driving around in my powerful car (Hellcat)
He hate me, I felt that
I can sense the hatred from him
With a coat she be actin' stand Jack
When she wears a coat, she acts high and mighty
Turn the T, I nailed that
I successfully completed the drug transaction
You ain't grow up in the projects
You didn't experience the hardships of living in the projects
I made a bitch, that's some stretch
I turned a girl into something valuable, but it's a bit far-fetched
We love you more and one less
We have love for you, but one member is missing
I don't want you, baby, I want neck
I'm not interested in a relationship, I just want sexual favors
I ain't buyin' a bitch shit, if she don't buy me shit
I won't spend money on a girl if she doesn't do the same for me
We one hand cocked for a freak bitch
We keep a gun ready for a promiscuous girl
I can't give a bitch shit, if she ain't gave me shit
I won't give anything to a girl if she hasn't given me anything
She ain't know who her baby daddy, say I might be it
She doesn't know who the father of her child is, and she suspects it could be me
Say a nigga actin' crazy, that's how we get
If someone acts crazy, that's how we react
We ain't get tutored in the streets, how you gon' teach shit?
We didn't learn from formal education in the streets, so how can you teach us?
I can't live with no bitch, she might bleach my shit
I can't live with a girl because she might destroy my belongings out of anger
I just hit the back of the club on some VIP shit
I just entered the back of the club with VIP access
Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy
Ad-libs
Sit gang, situation gang, bitch
We are part of the Sit Gang and the Situation Gang
I wanna clear my mind
I want to free my mind from negative thoughts
I got a Lamborghini and it's parked outside
I own a Lamborghini, and it's currently parked outside
I'm in a Lamborghini
I am driving a Lamborghini
Couldn't make it right with shorty, at least I tried
I couldn't resolve my issues with a girl, but I made an effort
Wanna be my shorty, I am not Plies
If you want to be with me, know that I'm not the rapper Plies
Tryna have me sprung, I ain't T-Pain
You're attempting to make me infatuated, but I won't be like T-Pain
Got some bad hoes, brought 'em to me, gang
I have attractive girls who are associated with my gang
I mean, gang got bad hoes, and brought 'em to me, me
I mean, my gang has attractive girls and they brought them to me
Sent some flyers out to let you know the choppa got a mean grin
I distributed flyers to inform you that the firearm has a menacing expression
Fuck G on the west side of the fefe
Dismissing someone from the west side of the neighborhood called fefe
You know I'm Gucci, yeah, I'm GG
You know I'm good and stylish, yes, I'm GG (Gucci)
Skinny lil' bitch, with a head like RiRi
A slim girl with a head resembling Rihanna's
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Keith Cozart
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Abdul
Best song on the album, the best, vocals, nostalgic feeling. Play this on a gloomy rainy day
QUIN CHASE IN THE BUILDING
Yes this is my favorite song bro ❤️❤️❤️❤️💯💯💯💯🔥🔥🔥🤘🤘🤘🤣🤣🤣🤣❤️❤️💯🔥🔥🔥💯💯🔥 Chief KEEF is my favorite rapper
Jamarcus B.
Yes sir >>>
James Ma
@Osama Bin Laden You like chief keef? I’m more of a classic chief keef fan myself, finally rich and bftd2 were great but a little bit too new wave for my taste, I personally would much rather thrown on some 4nem and glotoven. Really capture what this generation is about.
Khekkedupnate
Imma fl/Chicago rappa nd sum say I sound like lil flash lmk🤧
cosmic warrior
@Osama Bin Laden you gotta glo up one day bih
John M.
10 years later shit feel different they just don't love you like they used to
Nate Bowens
💯
Top Legends
https://youtu.be/iJvqVU8Iab8
ujuJmI
chief just made us all feel like the proud lil brother looking at his big bro finally accept who he is THE FUCKIN GOAT