Dedication 2 (Gangsta Grillz) released in 2006 with heavily crunked out remixes of popular hits courtesy of Drama and lyrics provided by Wayne along with a slew of many of other rappers. The mixtape featured many artists that were currently signed to Waynes label, Young Money. Among them were Curren$y, Remy Ma, Freeway, Willie The Kid, Detroit Red, Juice, Mack Maine, Pharrell and Juelz Santana delivering raw intensity with phenomenal flow. Assisting Drama with production were Don Cannon, DJ Green Lantern, DJ Infamous, Swizz Beatz, Pimp C, and many more. Tom Breihan of The Village Voice proclaimed it the best summer album of 2006, praising DJ Drama's "impeccable beat selection". "SportsCenter" was complimented for its "free associating brain bursts." "Georgia... Bush" was also acclaimed for its "mesmerizing indictment" of President Bush.
Following up in the Dedication series yet again, Drama and Wayne release Dedication 3 (Gangsta Grillz) in 2008. Although Dedication 3 was a major success, it failed to match that of its predecessors but did gain some attention. The mixtape has sold over 70,000 copies in the United States, despite being available for free download. Besides the interludes, a majority of the mixtape has Wayne using auto-tune. Wayne continued to promote his own artists on this album. Returning MC's consisted of Willie the Kid and Mack Maine along with newcomers like Drake and Nicki Minaj. Returning producers included Don Cannon and Pimp C. Production was also assisted by newcomers like Soulja Boy and David Banner.
While both Drama and Wayne have continued their own respective careers, it has been said that Dedication 4 is in the works.
Poppin Them Bottles feat. Currency & Mac Maine
DJ Drama & Lil Wayne Lyrics
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Gangster grills you bastard
[chorus:]
Dats why ya bitch want a real nigga like me
Dats why ya bitch want a real nigga like me
She wanna give dat pussy to a nigga like me
I be pimpin dem hoes I be pimpin dem hoes I be pimpin dem hoes pimp pimpin dem hoes
I be workin dem bitches I be workin dem bitches I be working dem bitches work working dem bitches
[verse 1:]
Weezy f. baby tha muthafucking carter bitches on my stick but my name aint harry potter make em very hotter ya girl say the same & since we like to travel she let us run a train and my defense put me in the hall of fame I make her turn over every time we play the game fly boy wayne ask dem niggas how I came in a ferrari jaguar switching both lanes living room and a kitchen on a plane I get from A to B so comfortably I do my thang yall niggas so plain Im so fly call me soul plane
[chorus]
[verse 2:]
To him Ima killer to her ima lover I always wear a mask and I always wear a rubber yeah Im from the hood but my crib in the suburbs they love a nigga vibe so thats why I got the cubbard my nigga mack mayne is like a brother from another we from the same hood we will kill a mutherfucker we eat you niggas lunch & to bitches im supper she ask me to go down im like as long as I fuck her I wear alot of diamonds see baby Ima stunter so ride a nigga dick for a baby bear hummer & homie you can have her cuz i dont really want her you put your dick in her I put that dick on her
[chorus]
[verse 3:]
Im hotter than fire she wetter than a bitch these niggas really pussies and Im harder than my dick I show to much love for you to be a hater I aint home everyday but im gettin my paper I know whats going on cuz im the creator and since Im so early I holler at em later I sound like sex comin through the vaters bitch Im the president not the mayor
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The lyrics of DJ Drama & Lil Wayne's song "Poppin Them Bottles" primarily talk about the lavish lifestyle of the rappers and their easy pick of women. Lil Wayne boasts about his popularity among women, and how they seek a "real nigga" like him. He also mentions traveling with them and engaging in sexual activities, stating that he makes them "very hotter." The rapper employs metaphors and puns in his lyrics, for example, comparing his popularity to being inducted into the "hall of fame" and calling himself "so fly call me soul plane." The other two rappers, Currency and Mac Maine, also contribute verses to the song, talking about their experiences with women, their close relationship, and their seemingly nonchalant attitude towards women, indicating that they don't stick around for too long.
Overall, the song's lyrics are straightforward and explicit, focusing mainly on the rappers' wealth, status, and sexual encounters.
Line by Line Meaning
Gangster grills you bastard
DJ Drama is giving a shoutout to his brand Gangster Grills
Dats why ya bitch want a real nigga like me
Women are attracted to a man like Lil Wayne because he's real and confident.
She wanna give dat pussy to a nigga like me
She wants to have sex with Lil Wayne
I be pimpin dem hoes I be pimpin dem hoes I be pimpin dem hoes pimp pimpin dem hoes
Lil Wayne is bragging about his ability to manipulate women into giving him what he wants.
I be workin dem bitches I be workin dem bitches I be working dem bitches work working dem bitches
Lil Wayne is talking about how he works hard to keep his women happy and loyal.
Weezy f. baby tha muthafucking carter bitches on my stick but my name aint harry potter make em very hotter ya girl say the same & since we like to travel she let us run a train and my defense put me in the hall of fame I make her turn over every time we play the game fly boy wayne ask dem niggas how I came in a ferrari jaguar switching both lanes living room and a kitchen on a plane I get from A to B so comfortably I do my thang yall niggas so plain Im so fly call me soul plane
Lil Wayne is talking about his many sexual conquests and luxurious lifestyle, which he believes sets him apart from other men.
To him Ima killer to her ima lover I always wear a mask and I always wear a rubber yeah Im from the hood but my crib in the suburbs they love a nigga vibe so thats why I got the cubbard my nigga mack mayne is like a brother from another we from the same hood we will kill a mutherfucker we eat you niggas lunch & to bitches im supper she ask me to go down im like as long as I fuck her I wear alot of diamonds see baby Ima stunter so ride a nigga dick for a baby bear hummer & homie you can have her cuz i dont really want her you put your dick in her I put that dick on her
Lil Wayne is describing his dual nature as both a passionate lover and a violent gangster. He also talks about his close friendship with Mack Maine and his cavalier attitude toward women.
Im hotter than fire she wetter than a bitch these niggas really pussies and Im harder than my dick I show to much love for you to be a hater I aint home everyday but im gettin my paper I know whats going on cuz im the creator and since Im so early I holler at em later I sound like sex comin through the vaters bitch Im the president not the mayor
Lil Wayne continues to boast about his sexual prowess and success, as well as his power and influence in the music industry.
[chorus]
Refrain of the song that repeats throughout the track.
Contributed by Nora V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
unclefunnyface1
My fav mixtape of all time. He changed the rap game. Paved the way for all these lil weirdos😂😂😂 GOAT
James Hamilton
U right about the "Lil Weirdos" part but I can only think of those rappers that he influnced that can do great in the rap game are Kendrick Lamar and J.I.D....can't think of anybody else
Brenden Brown
@james juice WRLD
Dro Smith
Dedication 2
Trap or Die
Are some of the best mixtapes of that era
WBG Hotshot
Go tune into wbg hotshot rawest white rapper in the world really tune in!
Robert Anderson
Wayne an currensy always killed it together
Playboy miles
This made me appreciate my child hood
The Ham
Wayne from "06-"09 is something I REALLY WANT TO SEE AGAIN!
Eric Smith
D6 was not that bad
JrodAg or my kid 906
04 to 08 man