They Got Sonny feat. Cormega
Conway the Machine & The Alchemist Lyrics


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What's your name?
Ace
Ace
Acito?
Yeah
You live in the neighbourhood, right?
Yeah
Look, I gotta get out of here, man, I gotta get back
Uh, wait, wait, wait, wait, wait
(Alchemist)
I'm Lulu
What?
Lulu
This shit too easy, nigga
Okay, what kinda name is that?
I don't know, it's my name

Yeah, look, I listen to niggas' albums like, "What the fuck all the hype about?"
Like, nigga, I can write one verse that'll wipe 'em out (no cap, huh)
Don't make me bring the '89 Tyson out (hah)
I'll get it shipped soon as that Louis Off-White come out (ha)
I dropped a bag, but I can get you blammed free (cap)
Rather pay the bands and have this shit done, that's hands-free (I dropped a bag on it)
Went from twenty-eight grams to goin' to get a tan ki (uh-huh)
Only the real street niggas gon' understand me (yeah, nigga)
I'm from where the kids don't get a new jacket in fall
Roach in the cereal and every spoon black in the drawer
Mama used crack and his pops shoot smack in his arm
He just use that, it's all of the fuel that's in these bars (woo)
Drivin' ambition, I'm focused on the goal like Kawhi in transition (ah)
Remember I sold a nigga a pie with grams missin', now I expand fishes
Nigga steal a hundred dollars, find him with his hands missin', nigga (talk to 'em)
Yeah, it's grow house when I roll a blunt (hah)
Nigga got smoked last night, he ain't been home a month (cap)
Uh, shot to the temple, that's the hole-in-one (boom, boom, boom)
With a stolen gun, and fuck the police that he stole it from (hah)
I make a G call and the homies come (they on the way, nigga)
Big ass FN, that shit hold a drum (boom, boom, boom, boom, boom, boom, boom, boom)
It's fucked up, I heard my man told to come home early
Your daddy a bitch, that's what I told his son

I listen to rappers' albums, literally mad about the lack of talent
I could lyrically acid wash him, ask about me
Trifecta of respect, the streets, Rikers, and the mountains
Took a toll, I paid ten-fold, behold a man of honor
And rare persona, I exhale a air of nostalgia
Like Don D, I'm an incomparable artist
Transcends, this is a compelling performance
Uncut raw, compressed from the connect to the corner
I carry the heat, aggressive as morning, sweat drippin'
Down my chest in the sauna, majestic in aura
Indeed, you can't impress me with talkin' unless you're a lawyer
Finessin' the court, to take my people from detention to walkin'
My rhyme is a diamond inspired by pressure before it
There's a lesson in every blessin', never ignore it
There's two things I never been, on paperwork or extorted
I'm livin' my truth, no lie, Griselda and Cory, uh

Lulu, money bags
Cito, thank you
Que pasa?




Do you know this man?
No, um, but I'm here about Lulu

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of They Got Sonny by Conway the Machine feature a story about a man named Sonny who got caught up in some illegal dealings with the wrong people. The opening lines introduce the conversation between Sonny and Ace, where Sonny is trying to leave the neighborhood but gets stopped by Lulu, who is possibly one of the criminals involved. The song then continues with Conway discussing his rap skills and his background from the streets. He talks about the struggles of growing up in poverty and how he had to do whatever it took to survive. He mentions his ambition and desire to succeed, which drives him to keep working harder. Conway also emphasizes the importance of staying true to yourself and always living your truth.


Overall, the lyrics of They Got Sonny are an accurate reflection of Conway's storytelling abilities. He uses vivid imagery and descriptive language to paint a picture of Sonny's unfortunate predicament. The song showcases Conway's confidence as an artist and his lyrical prowess, which are both qualities that have helped him become one of the most respected rappers in the industry.


Line by Line Meaning

What's your name?
Asking for the person's name


Ace
The person's name is Ace


Ace
Repeating the person's name for confirmation


Acito?
Asking if the person is Acito


Yeah
Confirming that the person is Acito


You live in the neighbourhood, right?
Asking if the person lives in the neighborhood


Yeah
Confirming that the person lives in the neighborhood


Look, I gotta get out of here, man, I gotta get back
Expressing a desire to leave


Uh, wait, wait, wait, wait, wait
Asking the person to wait


(Alchemist)
Indicating that Alchemist is speaking


I'm Lulu
Introducing oneself as Lulu


What?
Asking for clarification on the name


Lulu
Confirming the name is Lulu


This shit too easy, nigga
Expressing that the situation is not challenging


Okay, what kinda name is that?
Asking about the origin of the name


I don't know, it's my name
Explaining that the name is self-given


Yeah, look, I listen to niggas' albums like, "What the fuck all the hype about?"
Expressing disappointment in the quality of other rappers' music


Like, nigga, I can write one verse that'll wipe 'em out (no cap, huh)
Boasting about one's own lyrical ability


Don't make me bring the '89 Tyson out (hah)
Threatening violence if challenged


I'll get it shipped soon as that Louis Off-White come out (ha)
Implying that one has money to spend on high-end fashion items


I dropped a bag, but I can get you blammed free (cap)
Suggesting that one is willing to pay to have someone killed


Rather pay the bands and have this shit done, that's hands-free (I dropped a bag on it)
Preferring to pay money to have someone else commit a violent act


Went from twenty-eight grams to goin' to get a tan ki (uh-huh)
Describing how one's life has changed over time


Only the real street niggas gon' understand me (yeah, nigga)
Asserting that only those who have lived a similar lifestyle will comprehend the lyrics


I'm from where the kids don't get a new jacket in fall
Describing the poverty of one's childhood environment


Roach in the cereal and every spoon black in the drawer
Further illustrating the difficult living conditions of one's childhood


Mama used crack and his pops shoot smack in his arm
Sharing how drug addiction impacted one's family life


He just use that, it's all of the fuel that's in these bars (woo)
Explaining that one channels one's difficult experiences into creating music


Drivin' ambition, I'm focused on the goal like Kawhi in transition (ah)
Using a sports metaphor to illustrate one's drive and focus


Remember I sold a nigga a pie with grams missin', now I expand fishes
Recalling a past business mistake and using it as motivation to succeed


Nigga steal a hundred dollars, find him with his hands missin', nigga (talk to 'em)
Threatening violence against anyone who may try to steal from one


Yeah, it's grow house when I roll a blunt (hah)
Indicating that one is in the process of smoking marijuana


Nigga got smoked last night, he ain't been home a month (cap)
Describing a recent violent incident


Uh, shot to the temple, that's the hole-in-one (boom, boom, boom)
Detailing how the person was killed


With a stolen gun, and fuck the police that he stole it from (hah)
Revealing that the gun used in the murder was stolen from the police and expressing contempt for law enforcement


I make a G call and the homies come (they on the way, nigga)
Suggesting that one has a network of friends who will respond quickly to requests for assistance


Big ass FN, that shit hold a drum (boom, boom, boom, boom, boom, boom, boom, boom)
Describing the weapon that will be used for revenge


It's fucked up, I heard my man told to come home early
Sharing a disappointing rumor about someone close to one


Your daddy a bitch, that's what I told his son
Insulting someone's father and expressing disrespect


I listen to rappers' albums, literally mad about the lack of talent
Expressing frustration with the state of the rap industry


I could lyrically acid wash him, ask about me
Claiming to be able to easily outperform other rappers


Trifecta of respect, the streets, Rikers, and the mountains
Describing one's sources of pride and respect


Took a toll, I paid ten-fold, behold a man of honor
Explaining the challenges one has faced but emphasizing one's strong character


And rare persona, I exhale a air of nostalgia
Suggesting that one's unique characteristics inspire a sense of nostalgia


Like Don D, I'm an incomparable artist
Comparing oneself to a legendary figure in the music industry


Transcends, this is a compelling performance
Asserting that one's music is exceptional


Uncut raw, compressed from the connect to the corner
Describing the raw, authentic nature of one's music


I carry the heat, aggressive as morning, sweat drippin'
Implying that one is ready for any type of confrontation


Down my chest in the sauna, majestic in aura
Maintaining confidence and strength in any situation


Indeed, you can't impress me with talkin' unless you're a lawyer
Suggesting that one is not easily fooled by others' words or promises


Finessin' the court, to take my people from detention to walkin'
Explaining how one has used legal means to help one's community


My rhyme is a diamond inspired by pressure before it
Using a metaphor to suggest that one's lyrics are of high quality


There's a lesson in every blessin', never ignore it
Encouraging listeners to be mindful of the opportunities that come their way


There's two things I never been, on paperwork or extorted
Asserting that one has never cooperated with law enforcement or been forced to pay money


I'm livin' my truth, no lie, Griselda and Cory, uh
Stating that one is living an honest life and expressing loyalty to a rap group and a friend


Lulu, money bags
Identifying oneself and indicating that one has a large amount of money


Cito, thank you
Identifying the person saying goodbye


Que pasa?
Asking what is happening


Do you know this man?
Asking if one knows a particular individual


No, um, but I'm here about Lulu
Explaining that one is not acquainted with the individual but has a reason to be present




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network
Written by: Desmond Price, Cory McKay

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@rxp8385LovesMusic

Conway said,

"I'm from where the kids don't get a new jacket in Fall,

Roach in the cereal, and every spoon BLACK in the drawer,

Mama used crack and his Pops shoot smack in his arm,

He just USED THAT as all THE FUEL THAT'S IN HIS BARZ..."


Are U Kidding ME???

This is the Blues and THE MACHINE is a modern day Muddy Waters/ Donald GOINES



All comments from YouTube:

@matthieucote2272

Cormega's verse is insanely good.

@krischurch3763

There's 2 things I never been
On paperwork or extorted

@scottgrosso9060

Trifecta respect the streets, Rikers, and the mountains." MEGA never surprises

@matthieucote2272

Lloyd Banks' verse on their new song Juvenile Hell is almost as solid as Cormega's verse, both contenders for verses of the year IMO.

@javierrosario2364

Mega Montana is top tier mc for decades

@richie3394

People sleep on Cormega. The Testment and the Realness were dope albums.

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@sumwonkool

That cormega verse was superb

@deejprice3049

"Theres a lesson in every blessing, never ignore it,
Theres 2 things I never been:
On paperwork or extorted,
I'm living my truth no lie,
Griselda and Core"

@treezues2312

That's some real facts homie

@millanicalo

Ty Conway for making this with Mega.

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