Grindin
Clipse Feat. Fabolous Lyrics

Yo, I go by the name
Introducing oneself as a famous person.

(I'm yo' Pusha) Of Pharrell from the Neptunes
Reinforcing one's reputation by mentioning affiliation with popular music groups.

And I just wanna let y'all know (I'm yo' Pusha)
Asserting one's identity so there is no mistake about the person's fame.

The world is about to feel
Addressing the audience about upcoming release of popular music.

Something (I'm yo' Pusha)
Hinting at the explosive nature of music which will release soon.

That they've never felt before, c'mon
Telling audience that they are going to have a unique experience.

From ghetto to ghetto, to backyard to yard
Describing the widespread reach of drug selling business.

I sell it whip on whip, it's off the hard
Dealing drugs in a highly organized and efficient manner.

I'm the neighborhood Pusha
Announcing himself as the local drug kingpin.

Call me sub woofer, 'cause I pump bass like that, Jack
Comparing himself to a speaker that amplifies the music, here 'music' is metaphor for dope business.

On or off the track, I'm heavy 'cause
Maintaining his position of power whether doing business in the open or in secret.

Ball 'til you fall 'cause you could duck to the fetti govs
Keep working hard until you drop from exhaustion and make your fortune.

Sorry my love, what I'm seeing through these eyes
Speaking to someone who loves them and apologizing for seeing illegal activities that would make them wary.

Benz convoys with the wagon on the side
Using high-end cars to transport goods in style.

Only big boys keep deuces on the ride
Being respected in the trade means riding with the best wheels.

Gucci Chuck Taylor with the dragon on the side
Flexing one's style by wearing expensive footwear customized with artistic designs.

Man, I make a buck, why scram?
Earning significant money with minimal effort, why would one give up that lifestyle?

I'm trying to show y'all who the fuck I am
Making it clear that he is a well-known drug lord and should be respected.

The jewels is flirting me, damned if I'm hurting
Being propped up by the jewelry associated with this life but not hurting rich people.

Legend in two games like I'm Pee Wee Kirkland
Marking one's importance not only in the drug trade but also in the rap industry.

Platinum on the block with consistent hits
Making money from both drug sales and popular music.

While Pharrell keep talking this music shit
Acknowledging Pharrell's contribution to the song and the music industry.

Grindin'! (Ah)
Making the audience aware that the title of the song is 'Grindin'.

Patty cake, patty cake, I'm the baker's man
Continuing with the metaphor of dealing drugs as making and selling cakes.

I bake them cakes as fast as I can
Referring to the high demand for drugs that he is addressing speedily.

And you can tell by how my bread stack up
Judging his success by how much money he is making and the fortunes that he has amassed.

And disguised in this rap so the Feds back up
Making money through drugs but hiding it in music so that the police do not go after him.

Watch it, like my whip, like my chick, topless
Referring to the women who he deals with as mere objects and bragging about his cars with no tops.

Doing a buck-six with me in the cockpit
Driving recklessly with illegal interests riding with him.

Grindin' cousin, I got hoes for a dozen
Affirming his commitment to working hard and the high demand for his illegal product.

Even Eleven-5, if I see ya keep it comin'
Referring to drugs with the code number 'Eleven-5' as he eggs his competitors on.

And my weight, that's just as heavy as my name
His weight in the trade, in terms of influence and reputation, is just as remarkable as his name.

So much dough, I can't swear I won't change
Making the audience realize how much money he is making and implying that he might be corrupt due to the incredible wealth.

Excuse me if my wealth got me full of myself
Acknowledging that he might be arrogant due to the immense riches but still asserting his dominance.

Cocky, something that I just can't help
Possibly irritated by people questioning his confidence and telling them that it can't be helped.

'Specially when them 20's is spinning like windmills
Boasting about ostentatious displays of wealth, in this case twent-dollar bills.

And the ice 32 below minus the wind chill
Revealing his jewelry to be frosty and portraying himself as cold and untouchable.

Filthy, the word that best defines me
Describing himself as dirty or illegal and bad to the bone.

I'm just grinding man, y'all never mind me
Bringing the focus back to his reputation as a hardworking drug dealer.

Grindin'! (Ah)
Reminding audience about the title of the song.

Grindin' (Whooof), when you know what I keep in a linin' (Whooof)
Telling people to 'watch their step' lest they run afoul of illegal dealings.

Niggas better stay in line, when (Whooof)
Threatening others, indicating that there will be consequences for those who try to interfere in the drug trade.

When you see a nigga like me shinin' (Grinding!)
Showing off the audacity to display vast wealth and doing it with style.

(Grindin') Grindin', when you know what I keep in a linin' (Whooof)
Marking the second time the audience is warned about possible danger and to be careful.

Niggas better stay in line, when (Whooof)
Making it clear again that there will be repercussions for those caught arousing the artist's jealousy in the trade.

When you see a nigga like me shinin' (Grinding!)
Reiterating to keep your distance and to not mess with the drug lord when they are flashing their riches.

My grind's 'bout family, never been about fame
Indicating that the force behind the drug dealer's motivation is not glory or notoriety, but rather the well-being of their family.

From days I wasn't able there was always 'caine
Implying that drug dealing has always been a way of life since he was young and couldn't support himself in a more traditional way.

Four and a half will get you in the game
Being specific when it comes to the amount of illegal drugs it takes to be a player in the game.

Anything less is just a goddamn shame
Considering anyone who plays with anything less than that amount to be small-time and unworthy of respect.

Guess the weight, my watch got blue chips in the face
Challenging others to guess how much money and wealth he has amassed.

Glock with two tips, whoever gets in the way
Threatening anyone who gets in the way of the drug dealer's business.

Not to mention the hideaway that rests by the lake
Alluding to a secret place where they stash drugs or money to avoid police detection.

Consider my raw demeanor the icing on the cake, I'm Grinding
The final touch that adds distinction to the exceptional reality of his life cannot even be described, it's just further evidence of his career as Drug lord.

I move 'caine like a cripple
Suggesting that the drug dealer's manner of walking is similar to that of someone with a disability.

Balance weight through the hood
Maintaining control over drug distribution and the criminal underworld in general, like a balance in life.

Kids call me Mr. Sniffles, other hand on my nickel
Referencing children in the community who have taken to calling him by the nickname 'Mr. Sniffles' due to his status as a drug dealer. While he's selling drugs, he's also holding on to the money he earned from selling them.

Plated whistle, one eye closed I'll hit you
Describing a whistle that's been given a decorative plating, and saying he's capable of harming others with only one eye functioning.

As if I was Slick Rick my aim is still an issue
Not even able to target people better than the rapper Slick Rick.

Lose your soul in whichever palm I'm holdin'
When he's the person with power you hand over your fate to.

One'll leave you frozen, the other, noddin' and dozin', I'm grindin' Jack
One palm of his hand will leave you cold and will be so scary that you will feel like making sudden movements, while the other one moves slowly - this life is all I know.