Ghetto Dreams
Common feat. Nas Lyrics

Ghetto dreams
The aspirations and desires of the people from the inner city neighborhoods.

Ghetto ghetto dreams
The repeated phrase emphasizes the importance of these dreams to the people in these areas.

Ghetto niggas' dreams
The specific dreams of African American men who come from these areas.

From the hood
The dreams and aspirations are coming from individuals who have to live in lower-socioeconomic conditions that are common in urban areas.

I want a bitch that look good and cook good
The artist wants a woman who is both physically attractive and capable of cooking well.

Cinderella fancy, but she still look hood
The artist wants a woman who is elegant and glamorous but still retains her roots in the urban neighborhood.

Butt naked in the kitchen flipping pancakes
The artist wants his woman to be comfortable and at ease in the kitchen, being able to cook without clothing on.

Plus she tricking from the dough that her man makes
The woman is doing well because her partner is also contributing financially to their household.

We got our own handshake
The couple has a special way of expressing their love and affection through a unique handshake.

Her titties ain't fake
The artist is attracted to natural beauty in his partner, and not just physical attributes that are artificially enhanced.

Fucking in the car cause we just can't wait to get home
The couple has a strong sexual connection and often engage in the act while in public places out of excitement.

Early in the morn' getting stoned
The couple enjoys using marijuana together, which adds to their bond and relaxation.

Pretty with her eyes low, runny by Bible
The artist's partner is attractive even when she is tired or has been crying because of the tears running down her face.

The type of bitch that BIG said he would die for
The woman that is so loyal and loveable that someone would be willing to die for her as the Notorious B.I.G. has described.

Is the type that I would rather stay alive for
The artist desires to be with a woman who will keep him alive and motivated, rather than one who would lead to his downfall.

Tatts on her back, looking all tribal
The artist's partner has tattoos that represent tribal or cultural heritage, which adds to her beauty and individuality.

She know shoes like she know survival
The woman's knowledge of how to shop for shoes is compared with her ability to survive and succeed in life.

Well put together, she weathers the storm
The artist's partner is able to remain composed and strong during difficult situations.

Seen her brother die so forever she's strong
The woman has experienced tragedy but has become stronger and more resilient because of it.

Hear Beyonce's song and she gotta perform
The artist's partner likes Beyonce's music and will dance or sing along when it's played.

Whether fucking or fighting: we getting it on!
The artist and his partner have a strong connection and intimacy whether they are having sex or engaged in conflict.

I notice all my flaws when it comes to writing rhymes
The artist is aware of his shortcomings and areas in which he needs to improve when it comes to his music.

Subject matter be changing too quickly at times
The artist needs to focus more on developing a consistent theme in his lyrics and not jumping from topic to topic too quickly.

So I keep it strictly 'bout dimes and stick to the story
The artist is more comfortable rapping about beautiful women and tales from the ghetto, which are the common themes in his music.

Call me a pro in the pussy category
The artist has experience and is skilled when it comes to having sex with women.

Had explicit experiences I shouldn't mention
The artist has had sexual experiences that should not be discussed in a public forum.

For me, getting women turn from sport to addiction
The artist is addicted to the thrill of wooing and having sex with women.

Powerful women playing the roles of submission
The artist has observed powerful women who prefer to be submissive in sexual situations.

Lawyers on leashes
The artist has seen successful and accomplished women who are controlled and submissive in their relationships.

Congress women inflicting pain onto my game
The artist has had encounters with powerful women who enjoy inflicting pain and control in their sexual relationships.

Warned that I'm sadistic
The artist has been cautioned that his sexual desires and tendencies may be cruel or abnormal.

They liked it, they diked it, devices twisted
The women he's been with enjoyed the rough and kinky aspects of their sexual encounters.

Til I get a nice chick, to get me on some nice shit
The artist wants to find a woman who will help him leave his promiscuous and deviant behavior behind.

Crib raising kids, slap a door behind a white fist
The artist wants to have a family and children with his ideal partner, and they will live in a nice home in a mostly white neighborhood.

But I'm still single, looking for Cleopatra
The artist is still searching for a strong and powerful woman like the ancient Egyptian queen Cleopatra.

African Queen, yo look at me, I'm a bachelor
The artist sees himself as a desirable and attractive single man who is looking for an African queen as his partner.

Y'all niggas in trouble, keeping girls behind closed doors
The other men are in danger of losing their women to the artist because he is more attractive and desirable to them.

Cross your fingers, be happy I haven't chose yours
The other men should be thankful that he has not yet taken their partners away from them.

She loves glamor bought Vera Wang sandals
The artist's ideal partner enjoys luxury and is not afraid to indulge in expensive clothing and accessories.

Valentino bags is my etiquette
Expensive designer bags from Valentino are a measure of status and sophistication for the artist and his partner.

My man is half hood half class
The artist's partner is a mix of urban and sophisticated qualities that make her unique and special.

Photographers cameras caught us out there
The artist has been photographed by paparazzi while out with his partner in public.

The spotlight, I hope she can handle
The artist's partner will need to be able to handle the attention and scrutiny that comes with being in the public eye.

She can join me, red carpet at my next non-profit
The artist hopes to bring his partner with him to his next charity event, where they will be photographed together on the red carpet.

Event having sponsored by some alcohol product
The charity event they will attend is sponsored by an alcohol company and will likely have free drinks for guests.

Jumping out a Bentley with some fresh red bottoms
The artist and his partner will arrive in style, jumping out of a Bentley car wearing designer red-bottom shoes.

You live the dream with me when you are just in the projects
The artist wants to show his partner that life can be better than what they have experienced in the inner city, and he wants to share his success with her.