Been A Long Time
DJ Mustard YG Ty Dolla $ign Lyrics
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Without a Mustard beat to step to
Flex to, let loose, finesse to
Nigga, nigga, nigga, nigga, bang your set too
It's been a long time, a time I shouldn't left you
Without a Mustard beat to step to
Flex to, let loose, finesse to
Nigga, nigga, nigga, nigga, bang your set too
Aw damn, no they didn't
Three Musketeers back together and they winning
And they getting too much money
Them turnt niggas rich then the crew must love me
4Hunnid chain by the tummy
Skinny jeans, thing hang by the tummy
Don't underestimate me buddy
This 4 pound bark I had to tell it hush puppy
You chasing ghosts like Pac-Man
We chasing being rich ass black men
I got dough but I gotta keep this dough coming
I don't rock designer, I design 4Hunnid
I must be an entrepreneur or something
Gotta fuck your bitch, playing, always tryna pursue something
Me and Ty was bool, me and Mustard fell off
But now we picking up where we left off
It's been a long time, a time I shouldn't left you
Without a Mustard beat to step to
Flex to, let loose, finesse to
Nigga, nigga, nigga, nigga, bang your set too
It's been a long time, a time I shouldn't left you
Without a Mustard beat to step to
Flex to, let loose, finesse to
Nigga, nigga, nigga, nigga, bang your set too
Aw shit, yeah they did
3 of Amerikaz most wanted
The one that got the West back started
That bullshit we back on it, ayy
I was out getting it
I was up late night always trying to stare
Always seen the big picture
Always ten toes, stomp down like a real nigga (oh ya)
Had to make my own rules
Had to set examples for my young bools
Sucka nigga do when he can
Rich nigga do what he want to
Been a long time since you seen us
Well nigga this the re-up
Bad bitch in the Lamb with her feet up
Tell my nigga Mustard keep the beat up
It's been a long time, a time I shouldn't left you
Without a Mustard beat to step to
Flex to, let loose, finesse to
Nigga, nigga, nigga, nigga, bang your set too
It's been a long time, a time I shouldn't left you
Without a Mustard beat to step to
Flex to, let loose, finesse to
Nigga, nigga, nigga, nigga, bang your set too
The lyrics of "Been A Long Time" by DJ Mustard, YG, and Ty Dolla $ign talk about their reunion after a long time of not working together. The opening lines are a reference to a classic hip-hop song "I Know You Got Soul" by Eric B. & Rakim, where Rakim says, "It's been a long time, I shouldn't have left you, without a strong rhyme to step to." The trio expresses their excitement about finally creating music together again, with apologies for the time they have been absent from the industry. The line "Flex to, let loose, finesse to" urges the audience to let go of their worries and enjoy the music with free-spiritedness.
YG's verse emphasizes his achievements and status as a wealthy artist, with his "4Hunnid chain by the tummy" and self-designed fashion brand. He separates himself from mediocre rappers as an entrepreneur who makes his own rules. He highlights his journey to success, where he always "seen the big picture" and put in hard work to make it to the top. The line "Sucka nigga do when he can, rich nigga do what he want to" draws a clear distinction between ordinary people and wealthy individuals.
Ty Dolla $ign's contribution to the song is minimal, but his inclusion adds value. His verse is a tribute to DJ Mustard, with the line "Tell my nigga Mustard keep the beat up" acknowledging Mustard's contribution to their success.
In conclusion, "Been A Long Time" is a song about the reunion of successful artists who make their own rules in the entertainment industry. The lyrics emphasize the importance of hard work and the freedom that comes with wealth and success.
Line by Line Meaning
It's been a long time, a time I shouldn't left you
It's been a while and I shouldn't have left you waiting
Without a Mustard beat to step to
Without a beat made by DJ Mustard to dance to
Flex to, let loose, finesse to
Dance with style, show off your moves, and finesse the rhythm
Nigga, nigga, nigga, nigga, bang your set too
Use the N-word and represent your gang as well
Aw damn, no they didn't
Oh no, did they really do that?
Three Musketeers back together and they winning
The trio of YG, Ty Dolla $ign, and DJ Mustard are reunited and succeeding
And they getting too much money
They are earning a lot of money
Them turnt niggas rich then the crew must love me
The group of high-energy individuals are getting rich, which means the team must appreciate me
4Hunnid chain by the tummy
Wearing a 4Hunnid chain around the midsection area
Skinny jeans, thing hang by the tummy
Wearing tight jeans with something hanging out around the waist
Don't underestimate me buddy
Do not undervalue me, friend
This 4 pound bark I had to tell it hush puppy
I had to quiet my barking dog
You chasing ghosts like Pac-Man
You are chasing things that are hard to catch, like Pac-Man chasing ghosts
We chasing being rich ass black men
The group is focused on becoming wealthy black men
I got dough but I gotta keep this dough coming
I have money but I need to keep earning more
I don't rock designer, I design 4Hunnid
I don't wear designer clothing, I create my own 4Hunnid brand
I must be an entrepreneur or something
I must be a successful business owner
Gotta fuck your bitch, playing, always tryna pursue something
I have to have sexual relations with your partner, always pursuing something new
Me and Ty was bool, me and Mustard fell off
Ty Dolla $ign and I were close, but DJ Mustard and I had a falling out
But now we picking up where we left off
But now we are continuing where we left off and reuniting
Aw shit, yeah they did
Oh no, they really did it
3 of Amerikaz most wanted
Referring to the group as being as wanted as the hip hop duo 2Pac and Snoop Dogg's song '2 of Amerikaz Most Wanted'
The one that got the West back started
The group that helped kickstart the West Coast hip hop scene
That bullshit we back on it, ayy
We are back to the nonsense
I was out getting it
I was out there making money
I was up late night always trying to stare
I was always up late at night, focused and determined
Always seen the big picture
I always had a big vision for my future
Always ten toes, stomp down like a real nigga (oh ya)
Always committed, staying true to myself and being strong
Had to make my own rules
I had to make my own way and create my own path
Had to set examples for my young bools
I needed to provide guidance and demonstrate leadership to my young associates
Sucka nigga do when he can
A weak person will only do something when they have the opportunity
Rich nigga do what he want to
A wealthy person has the freedom to do whatever they please
Been a long time since you seen us
It has been a while since you saw us
Well nigga this the re-up
This is the time for us to come back and take over
Bad bitch in the Lamb with her feet up
A sexy woman is lounging in a Lamborghini car
Tell my nigga Mustard keep the beat up
Instructing DJ Mustard to keep creating great beats
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Keenon Jackson, Tyrone Griffin, Dijon Mcfarlane, Lewis Hughes, Nick Audino
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