Dijon McFarlane, better known by his stage name DJ Mustard is an American r… Read Full Bio ↴Dijon McFarlane, better known by his stage name DJ Mustard is an American record producer and DJ from Los Angeles, California. He is most well known for being rapper YG's DJ, producing the hit singles Tyga's "Rack City", 2 Chainz' "I'm Different", and YG's "My Nigga". He is well known for his up-tempo, club oriented, catchy yet rudimentary melodic hip hop production style and subgenre of West coast hip hop to which he calls "Ratchet music". His signature line at the beginning of most tracks produced by him is "Mustard on the beat, ho!"

What These Bitches Want
DJ Mustard Lyrics

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Before this rapping I wanted to be a kingpin
On the corner with niggas running them things in
I was told get the money and bring the team in
And never ever let them hoes get between them
Born a slave, but I die a king, and um
For bad bitches with money, I got a thing and um
I'm feeling like King James when he got his ring
Because I started off with nothing except a dream, nigga

I'm cut from a different cloth
They don't make no more, you niggas soft
The streets killed Lil Snupe, I took a loss
That's why my heart so cold, my shit defrost
Everybody saying that I stunt too much
But they don't know where I came from, I done too much
And my ex chick said I like to fuck too much
So I turned around and told her, "Bitch you want too much"
Meek Milly

What these bitches want from a nigga?
Want from meeeee, want from me
What you want from me? Want from me
I gave it all I got, I won't let you get the best of me, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah

Look, no one can save us and we realized it
We knew the outcome and we still tried it
That South Central state of mind
I'm in the field, logic to be a real rider
We did this shit to the extreme where you ain't feel honest
Now this blood is on your hands and you hope these bills wash it
Sinking deeper in regret but that's the real faucet
See man, go for self that was the real Slauson
But do this win lose or draw that was a real promise
Till death do us what's most important was rep to us
The set schooled us to love and lie and respect shooters
Reflect to it this year I'm dropping my best music
Hope you niggas get rich and then reinvest to it
Wish you niggas success and minus the stress to it
Lot of steps lot of losses and regrets to it
A game of life you ain't the type that will accept losing
Whatever's left to it flying in a jet to it

What these bitches want from a nigga?
Want from meeeee, want from me
What you want from me? Want from me
I gave it all I got, I won't let you get the best of me, yeah
Yeah, yeah

Girl I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
You ain't trying to waste no time (no time)
So I gotta let you know (let you know, ohhh)
Money on my mind
Money over bitches, that's the story of my life
Yeah I know them guys try to catch me slipping
Tell them keep on trying

What these bitches want from a nigga?
Want from meeeee, want from me
What you want from me? Want from me

I gave it all I got, I won't let you get the best of me, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah

Overall Meaning

In these lyrics, Meek Mill, Nipsey Hussle, Ty Dolla $ign, and DJ Mustard reflect on their past struggles and ambition to become successful in the rap industry, as well as their relationships with women. Meek Mill reveals that before he became a rapper, he aspired to be a kingpin and was advised to earn money and build a team, without allowing women to interfere with his goals. He reflects on his humble beginnings and feeling like a king after reaching success in the industry. He shares that he is cut from a different cloth and had to endure the loss of his friend, Lil Snupe. Despite being criticized for his ostentatious behavior, he asserts that people do not understand the hardships he faced to get where he is.

Nipsey Hussle comments on the consequences of living in South Central, highlighting that they knew the risks of their lifestyle, but still pursued it to the extreme. He highlights the senseless violence and regret that the community faces, while reminding listeners that it is important to represent one's set and loyalty is paramount. He encourages the listeners to reflect on their losses and regrets while investing in their future. Ty Dolla $ign chimes in with a hook that questions what women want from men and highlights that nothing will get in the way of his ambition, further revealing that women are not a priority in his life.

Overall, the lyrics reflect on the struggle to achieve success and the tension that comes with balancing personal goals with romantic relationships. The artists acknowledge their difficult journeys, but remain resolute in their commitment to success and the importance of loyalty within their respective communities.

Line by Line Meaning

Before this rapping I wanted to be a kingpin
I aspired to lead a drug organization before becoming a rapper

On the corner with niggas running them things in
My dream was to be on the streets, managing drug operations with other men

I was told get the money and bring the team in
My mentors advised me to prioritize earning money and uniting with my crew

And never ever let them hoes get between them
I was warned against allowing women to cause rifts within the group

Born a slave, but I die a king, and um
I was born into oppression, but have overcome and risen to a position of power

For bad bitches with money, I got a thing and um
I have a particular attraction to women who are attractive and financially successful

I'm feeling like King James when he got his ring
Winning feels like a dream come true, like it did for LeBron James when he won the championship

Because I started off with nothing except a dream, nigga
My success has come from humble beginnings and sheer determination

I'm cut from a different cloth
I am unique and stand apart from others

They don't make no more, you niggas soft
There are few people like me, and everyone else is weak in comparison

The streets killed Lil Snupe, I took a loss
One of my associates was killed due to the violence of the streets, which was a personal loss for me

That's why my heart so cold, my shit defrost
My emotions have been impacted by tragedy, but now I am healing

Everybody saying that I stunt too much
Some people criticize me for flaunting my wealth

But they don't know where I came from, I done too much
They are unaware of my upbringing and the hard work I have put in to reach where I am today

And my ex chick said I like to fuck too much
My ex-girlfriend believed I focused too much on sex

So I turned around and told her, "Bitch you want too much"
I told her bluntly that she had unrealistic expectations and desired too much from me

We did this shit to the extreme where you ain't feel honest
We have engaged in some illicit activities to such an extent that it was hard to not feel guilty

Now this blood is on your hands and you hope these bills wash it
You played a role in this crime, and you hope that money can somehow erase the guilt

See man, go for self that was the real Slauson
In our neighborhood, prioritizing one's own interests was admired

But do this win lose or draw that was a real promise
Success or failure, I have always been committed to this lifestyle

Till death do us what's most important was rep to us
Maintaining a strong reputation was the most important thing to us, even if it meant risking our lives

Reflect to it this year I'm dropping my best music
Thinking about my journey so far has inspired me to create some of my best music this year

Hope you niggas get rich and then reinvest to it
I hope my peers become wealthy and reinvest their earnings

Wish you niggas success and minus the stress to it
I hope they achieve success without experiencing the same hardships as me

Lot of steps lot of losses and regrets to it
This path has involved many difficult setbacks and some regrets

A game of life you ain't the type that will accept losing
I am not the kind of person who is content with losing at the game of life

Money over bitches, that's the story of my life
I prioritize my wealth over my relationships with women

Yeah I know them guys try to catch me slipping
I am aware that other men are trying to take advantage of me

Tell them keep on trying
I am confident that they will not succeed

Girl I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
I understand your desires and needs

You ain't trying to waste no time (no time)
You do not want to waste any of your time

So I gotta let you know (let you know, ohhh)
I am communicating with you openly and honestly

What these bitches want from a nigga?
I am wondering what women want from me

Want from meeeee, want from me
What are their desires and expectations of me?

What you want from me? Want from me
I am asking this question directly

I gave it all I got, I won't let you get the best of me, yeah
I have put forth my best effort and will not let anyone take advantage of me

Yeah, yeah, yeah
A repeated affirmation or agreement

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, BMG Rights Management, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Dijon Isaiah McFarlane, Ermias Asghedom, Larrance Levar Dopson, Robert Rihmeek Williams, Terrace Martin, Tyrone William Jr. Griffin

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