His fifth studio album We the Best Forever (2011) also saw similar commercial success, and helped bring Khaled to international prominence, as it featured the song "I'm on One", which was his first top ten hit. His sixth and seventh albums, Kiss the Ring (2012) and Suffering from Success (2013), charted in the top ten on the Billboard 200, and his eighth studio album, I Changed a Lot (2015), peaked at number 12.[5] In 2015 and 2016, Khaled gained worldwide attention as a media personality, due to his activity on social media. This foresaw the release of his ninth studio album Major Key (2016), which gained critical and commercial success; it debuted at number one the Billboard 200, was certified gold, and received a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Album.
He released his tenth studio album, Grateful, in 2017, which contained the singles "I'm the One" and "Wild Thoughts", which charted at number one and number two on the Billboard Hot 100, respectively. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, and was also certified platinum. His eleventh album, Father of Asahd, was released in 2019; it peaked at number two, and the song "Higher" won Best Rap/Sung Performance at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards, Khaled's first Grammy award win. His eponymous twelfth album was released in 2021.
Outside of music, Khaled has gained success as a writer, with his book The Keys featuring on the New York Times Best Seller list. He has also featured as an actor, appearing in Spies in Disguise (2019) and Bad Boys for Life (2020).
Never Be Nothing Like Me
DJ Khaled Lyrics
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O-K-K-K
BME
O-K-K-K
G's up, this yo boy Lil' Scrappy
DJ Khaled, (Let Em' Kno) So get your G's up
[Chorus - Lil Scrappy]
And hard as you will
But you will never be nothin like me
You can rock with the 12's in the trunk
Get so drunk
But you will never be nothin like me
You can go and fuck with a hoe
A pocket full of dough
But you will never be nothin like me
Yea yea you wanna act hard
I can tell in your eyes you will never be nothin like me
[Verse 1 - Lil Scrappy]
Born, Devil riches son the second
My daddy blessed me with a wonderful weapon
Hoes see me and they keep on stepin
So my momma took me to school taught me pimpin lessons
Oh, I kno you ain't tryin ta call your people
Cause I got people that'll sue your ego
Sum of em in the club with a desert eagle
U ain't gone win a fight unless you got it like we do
Equal, naw nigga we ain't equal
U said you pop cris they wouldn't believe u
Look at the time it's way past your curfew
I'm a back up cause I don't wanna hurt u
Aw man these niggas throwin bottles on the stage
I'm a still go out and rep the A
If you take it outside I'm a get the cake
Aye shorty I said get up out my face
But anyways
Ya'll niggas don't kno me, don't kno my name
Jus kno me by my fortune and fame
They want me to b humble shorty but I can't
Don't get all mushy eyed shorty let me explain
There's alot of mothafuckas out there that hate
I might catch a case cause I gotta gun on my waist
People out seein what kinda moves ya make
Scrapper get the hell away from a nigga that's fake, aye
[Chorus]
[Verse 2 - Lil Scrappy]
You say you hot but you ain't dat
Your shit weed, and my shit crack (damn)
If I rob you, I ain't givin that back
If I steal your girl shorty jus call me the mack, (scrap)
The Scrap
Show her P-I-M-P
If they hatin shorty then you need betta delivery
I'm from the A-Town, Southeast, Zone 3
If ya touch me then you get your ass beat
Some of ya'll lames ain't got enough on your track sheet
To clap me you gone need a crowd to see me
Look in the mirror I kno you wanna b me
Mad cause your girl on my dick like bologne
Look dude, I don't want you nowhere near me
I'm a real G nigga and that's clearly
If ya come around I'm a knock ya silly
If ya can't hear me then ya got to feel me (Yea)
[Chorus]
[Verse 3 - Homeboy]
(What my name is?)
H-O-M-E boy
Through a microscope, you niggas can't see me-e boy
If you jump inside my body could'ntbe me-e boy
Bullets bust on sight so freely-e boy
I'm a monster, evil, Chucky me Freddy Krueger
Bitch nigga I will do ya, with 9 millimeter rueber
I'm hell on earth now that's what they told me
Hotter than the flames in hell, so hell could'nthold me
No man control me
Follow no one, I'm a leader
I'm Homeboy, Bitch I'm off the mothafuckin meter
Right now or tomorrow I'm a see ya when I see ya
Cock back and make me pop the lid off the pringles
C'mon, once I step outside of my zone
Bullets fly jus like that star wars attack of the clones
Listen up got some shit that'll part your hair round here
We from Georgia, it's the spot
We some bears down here
[Chorus]
This song "Never Be Nothing Like Me" is a collaboration between DJ Khaled, Lil Scrappy, and Homeboy. The lyrics of the song tell a story of Lil Scrappy's life, talking about the unique set of skills his mother taught him, how he's not someone to mess with, and how people can never be like him. He talks about people trying to act hard, but it's clear to him that they will never be like him.
In the chorus, Lil Scrappy emphasizes that people can never be like him, no matter how hard they try. He says that they can try to be real and hard, rock with the 12's in the trunk, get so drunk, or go and mess with a hoe, but they will never be anything like him. Homeboy's verse has lyrics that talk about his greatness and how he's unbeatable. He says that he's a monster, can't be controlled by anyone, and he's hotter than the flames in hell.
Overall, the lyrics of the song are a declaration of individuality, with Lil Scrappy and Homeboy asserting their dominance in their own unique ways. The song has a heavy beat and is filled with rap bravado and self-confidence that makes it one of DJ Khaled's classic compositions.
Line by Line Meaning
O-K-K-K
Lil Scrappy shouts his crew out
BME
Lil Scrappy shouts out his record label, Bad Boy South
G's up, this yo boy Lil' Scrappy
Lil Scrappy introduces himself and his crew
DJ Khaled, (Let Em' Kno) So get your G's up
Lil Scrappy shouts out DJ Khaled and encourages listeners to represent their crew
You can be as fuckin real as you want
No matter how authentic you try to be
And hard as you will
No matter how tough you think you are
But you will never be nothin like me
You will never be able to match my level of authenticity and toughness
You can rock with the 12's in the trunk
You can blast your music as loud as you would like
Get so drunk
You can drink as much as you want
But you will never be nothin like me
But you will never match my level of authenticity and toughness
You can go and fuck with a hoe
You can sleep with as many women as you want
A pocket full of dough
With a lot of money in your pocket
But you will never be nothin like me
But you will never match my level of authenticity and toughness
Yea yea you wanna act hard
You may try to come off as tough
I can tell in your eyes you will never be nothin like me
Scrappy can tell that you will never match his level of authenticity and toughness
Born, Devil riches son the second
Lil Scrappy was born into a family with wealth and power
My daddy blessed me with a wonderful weapon
Lil Scrappy was given the gift of charm and charisma by his father
Hoes see me and they keep on stepin
Women are drawn to Lil Scrappy because of his charm and charisma
So my momma took me to school taught me pimpin lessons
Lil Scrappy learned how to charm women from his mother
Oh, I kno you ain't tryin ta call your people
Lil Scrappy doesn't believe that you have anyone who would come to your aid
Cause I got people that'll sue your ego
Lil Scrappy has a lot of influential friends who can harm you legally and socially
Sum of em in the club with a desert eagle
Some of Lil Scrappy's friends carry firearms and will defend him
U ain't gone win a fight unless you got it like we do
You won't be able to win in a physical altercation unless you have Lil Scrappy's level of support
Equal, naw nigga we ain't equal
Lil Scrappy doesn't consider himself to be on the same level as you
U said you pop cris they wouldn't believe u
Lil Scrappy doesn't believe that you actually drink high-end champagne
Look at the time it's way past your curfew
You are past your bedtime
I'm a back up cause I don't wanna hurt u
Lil Scrappy doesn't want to physically harm you
Aw man these niggas throwin bottles on the stage
People in the crowd are throwing objects at Lil Scrappy during his performance
I'm a still go out and rep the A
Lil Scrappy is still going to represent Atlanta, despite the danger
If you take it outside I'm a get the cake
If the altercation continues outside, Lil Scrappy will become violent
Aye shorty I said get up out my face
Lil Scrappy wants you to leave him alone
But anyways
Moving on
Ya'll niggas don't kno me, don't kno my name
You don't truly understand who Lil Scrappy is or his level of authenticity and toughness
Jus kno me by my fortune and fame
You only know Lil Scrappy because of his wealth and celebrity status
They want me to b humble shorty but I can't
Despite societal pressure to be modest, Lil Scrappy is proud of his achievements and status
Don't get all mushy eyed shorty let me explain
Let Lil Scrappy clarify his point without getting emotional
There's alot of mothafuckas out there that hate
There are many people who dislike Lil Scrappy
I might catch a case cause I gotta gun on my waist
Lil Scrappy carries a firearm and may face legal repercussions due to this decision
People out seein what kinda moves ya make
Lil Scrappy is constantly being judged by others
Scrapper get the hell away from a nigga that's fake, aye
Lil Scrappy advises others to stay away from unauthentic individuals
You say you hot but you ain't dat
You may believe that you are popular or fashionable, but Lil Scrappy disagrees
Your shit weed, and my shit crack (damn)
Lil Scrappy believes that his music is vastly superior to yours
If I rob you, I ain't givin that back
Lil Scrappy is not afraid to steal from others
If I steal your girl shorty jus call me the mack, (scrap)
Lil Scrappy is confident in his ability to charm women
Show her P-I-M-P
Lil Scrappy will demonstrate his ability to charm and impress women
If they hatin shorty then you need betta delivery
If people are criticizing or hating on you, you need to improve your delivery or approach
I'm from the A-Town, Southeast, Zone 3
Lil Scrappy represents a specific part of Atlanta, Georgia
If ya touch me then you get your ass beat
Lil Scrappy will become violent if you touch him
Some of ya'll lames ain't got enough on your track sheet
Some people don't have an impressive enough musical track record
To clap me you gone need a crowd to see me
In order to overcome Lil Scrappy, you would need a significant amount of support from others
Look in the mirror I kno you wanna b me
You may idolize Lil Scrappy and wish to be like him
Mad cause your girl on my dick like bologne
You are jealous because women are attracted to Lil Scrappy
Look dude, I don't want you nowhere near me
Lil Scrappy doesn't want to associate with you
I'm a real G nigga and that's clearly
Lil Scrappy is an authentic and tough individual
If ya come around I'm a knock ya silly
If you bother Lil Scrappy, he will become violent
If ya can't hear me then ya got to feel me (Yea)
If you don't understand Lil Scrappy's message, he will make sure you feel it physically
(What my name is?)
Homeboy asks the listener if they know his name
H-O-M-E boy
Homeboy spells out his name
Through a microscope, you niggas can't see me-e boy
Homeboy is hard to understand or perceive
If you jump inside my body could'ntbe me-e boy
If you were to switch lives with Homeboy, you wouldn't be able to handle his lifestyle
Bullets bust on sight so freely-e boy
Homeboy is quick to resort to violence and will shoot without hesitation
I'm a monster, evil, Chucky me Freddy Krueger
Homeboy considers himself to be a terrifying and malevolent entity
Bitch nigga I will do ya, with 9 millimeter rueber
Homeboy will harm you with a firearm if necessary
I'm hell on earth now that's what they told me
People view Homeboy as a dangerous and formidable individual
Hotter than the flames in hell, so hell could'nthold me
Homeboy's violent and destructive nature is so extreme that even hell couldn't contain him
No man control me
Homeboy is his own boss and doesn't take orders from anyone
Follow no one, I'm a leader
Homeboy is a natural leader and doesn't need to follow others
I'm Homeboy, Bitch I'm off the mothafuckin meter
Homeboy is an intense and unpredictable individual
Right now or tomorrow I'm a see ya when I see ya
Homeboy will confront you whenever he sees fit
Cock back and make me pop the lid off the pringles
Homeboy will shoot you if you provoke him
C'mon, once I step outside of my zone
If Homeboy is outside of his comfort zone or territory
Bullets fly jus like that star wars attack of the clones
Homeboy and his crew will become violent and aggressive
Listen up got some shit that'll part your hair round here
Homeboy has weapons and is not afraid to use them
We from Georgia, it's the spot
Homeboy and his crew are from Georgia
We some bears down here
Homeboy and his crew are fierce and powerful, like bears
Contributed by Olivia R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@kingcrowns8801
Certainly but you hear the sadness
Cold world (cold world), cold world (mmm, yes it is, yeah)
And the ones that you keep close are the ones will take you down
(always take you down)
Cold world (cold), a cold cold world
'Fore I surrender to you, (surrender) surrender to you (surrender)
Surrender to you, surrender to you
'Fore I surrender to you, (surrender) surrender to you (surrender)
Surrender to you, surrender to you
Which I will never do
Thats tough! For all the homies locked up, dead or struggling.... solute. Make it out!
@cyrennasauceda6835
2024 who’s still here?🥳🫶
@markvirgilpereiraSR
Glad my neighbors have a flagpole
@Etienne.Womack
Everybody verse was a gem! Keep your circle tight,trust no one 💯
@17shanew
Jada’s verse was magical. You could feel every thing Meek said he meant.
@cecilialanay6579
Everything Meek said was from a deep deep place 🔥
@da_oneand_only6630
Meek has it in 🧡
@reuken9164
The way Khaled is able to put Hamilton, John Legend and Akon to sing on a rap song is a different level if you know music👊🏾
@naaemhassan9714
That Part!
@neilmccoy1144
Genius Level
@SingersDream
Ikr! I love too that they have riffs and choruses in between each rap verse. ❤❤