Vato
DJ Mustard Lyrics
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For the cheese like nachos
I'll pull up on a nigga pronto
Ridin' for the guapo, it's just me and my vato
If money ain't the convo, tell me what the hell you call for
As soon as the block close, it's just me and my vatos
It's just me and my vatos, it's just me and my vatos
It's just me and my vatos, it's just me and my vatos
[Verse 1: YG]
I'm talkin' bout bald head, tatted up ese's
CV70's and [?]
Hold up, they ain't never on that bitch shit
Fuck a chicklet, they on the corner with that biscuit
Called 'em up like (brrp), nigga need that (brrp)
Said that money good, my partner pulled up like (skrrt)
He ain't playin' wit' it, that pistol permanent, he stayin' wit' it
Yeah, he tryna live his dreams, so he layin' wit' it
And I helped him cross the border, now he finally seen his daughter
And his vato just got shot up, he hit the block and all you heard was
Blocka, blocka, blocka, blocka!
[Hook: Que]
For the cheese like nachos
I'll pull up on a nigga pronto
Ridin' for the guapo, it's just me and my vato
If money ain't the convo, tell me what the hell you call for
As soon as the block close, it's just me and my vatos
It's just me and my vatos, it's just me and my vatos
It's just me and my vatos, it's just me and my vatos
[Verse 2: Young Jeezy]
Que pasa homes, I'm caked up, need a loan
I'm talkin' pesos, nigga leave me the fuck alone
I'm talkin' big chips, nachos
Rappin' bout another nigga life, well it's not yours
Catch me out, G'd up, mobbin' like the cholo
52 rounds in the chop, nigga YOLO
Get right, get you what you want like the Costco
Nigga pullin' up on a chicken like at Roscoe's
Black hammer, bandana, yellow box, arm hammer
It came out Laredo, sent 'em out to Atlanta
Me and my nigga [?] cream and nachos
Fuck wit' my nigga, I'll knock the beef up out your taco
[Hook: Que]
For the cheese like nachos
I'll pull up on a nigga pronto
Ridin' for the guapo, it's just me and my vato
If money ain't the convo, tell me what the hell you call for
As soon as the block close, it's just me and my vatos
It's just me and my vatos, it's just me and my vatos
It's just me and my vatos, it's just me and my vatos
[Verse 3: Que]
Headed to the guapo, it's just me and my vato
Ridin' wit' the heater, in the winter, wit' the top gone
For the cheese like a nacho, I'll knock the beef out your taco
When it come to Velveeta, I do not play bout my peso
It's just me and my vato, we in a Porsche on Rodeo
Tryna find us a J-Lo to paint a face like it's make-up
If you play with the queso, them bullets flyin' [?]
Call my vatos like andele [?]
My comprades, my partners, aka my amigos
And they play with gambino, don't touch it if it [?]
If it ain't bout guapo, lil' nigga don't call
Cause I don't wanna talk, fall back, nigga, pause
I don't play about my vatos
When it come to 'em, give a nigga that trabajo
[Hook: Que]
For the cheese like nachos
I'll pull up on a nigga pronto
Ridin' for the guapo, it's just me and my vato
If money ain't the convo, tell me what the hell you call for
As soon as the block close, it's just me and my vatos
It's just me and my vatos, it's just me and my vatos
It's just me and my vatos, it's just me and my vatos
The lyrics to DJ Mustard's song "Vato" narrate the story of three friends, or vatos, who are willing to do anything for money. The song speaks to the theme of loyalty and the lengths people go to protect their values and the things they hold dear, be it money or relationships. YG, in his verse, talks about his bald head and tatted-up friend who is always ready to protect his interests, even if it means holding a biscuit on the corner. YG helped him cross the border to be with his daughter, but then his vato got shot, so YG steps in to join him in protecting their guapo (money). He describes the sound of the gun firing with a repeated "blocka, blocka, blocka, blocka!"
The chorus, provided by Que, is catchy and hooks the listener with its interplay of the Spanish word "vato" meaning friend, pal, or buddy in English, with its use as a slang term for Hispanic gang member. It is used here to celebrate loyalty and the strength of a lifelong friendship. In verse two, Young Jeezy adds his flavor with a verse about his pursuit of money and his readiness to protect it, even if it means knocking the beef out of someone's taco.
Line by Line Meaning
For the cheese like nachos
I'm all about the money and will do anything to get it.
I'll pull up on a nigga pronto
I'm not afraid to confront someone who owes me money.
Ridin' for the guapo, it's just me and my vato
I'm loyal to my friend and will do whatever it takes to get money.
If money ain't the convo, tell me what the hell you call for
If you're not talking about money, I don't have time for you.
As soon as the block close, it's just me and my vatos
Once the business day is done, it's just me and my friend.
I'm talkin' bout bald head, tatted up ese's
I'm referring to my tattooed, bald-headed friends who are part of my gang.
CV70's and [?]
Referring to a street gang known as the 70's who are known for their violence.
Fuck a chicklet, they on the corner with that biscuit
These guys aren't interested in petty crime like stealing gum, they have guns and are on the street corners.
Called 'em up like (brrp), nigga need that (brrp)
I made a phone call to my friend to discuss a business deal.
Said that money good, my partner pulled up like (skrrt)
My friend agreed to the deal and came right away to complete it.
He ain't playin' wit' it, that pistol permanent, he stayin' wit' it
My friend is serious about his business and always carries his gun.
And I helped him cross the border, now he finally seen his daughter
I helped my friend cross the border and reunite with his family.
He hit the block and all you heard was Blocka, blocka, blocka, blocka!
He came back ready to do business and everyone knew it because he was firing his gun.
Que pasa homes, I'm caked up, need a loan
I'm doing well financially, but I still need loans every now and then.
I'm talkin' big chips, nachos
I'm all about the big money.
Catch me out, G'd up, mobbin' like the cholo
I'm out in the streets with my gang, dressed in gang-style clothing.
52 rounds in the chop, nigga YOLO
I have a gun with 52 rounds in it and I'm ready to use it.
Nigga pullin' up on a chicken like at Roscoe's
I'm picking up a woman and taking her somewhere, like the famous chicken and waffles restaurant.
It's just me and my vato, we in a Porsche on Rodeo
My friend and I are riding around in a Porsche on a fancy street in Beverly Hills.
If you play with the queso, them bullets flyin' [?]
If someone messes with my money, they'll face deadly consequences.
My comprades, my partners, aka my amigos
My friends and partners, who are also like family to me.
When it come to 'em, give a nigga that trabajo
I'm willing to work hard and do whatever it takes for my friends and partners.
Contributed by Audrey R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.