Multiply
DJ Rectangle Lyrics


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I've been this way and I can't stop (ah)
Hands on the ball and I won't drop (no)
Half-assed rhymes that you can't watch (no)
It ain't 'cause I want to it's 'cause I got-ta
Get it Crip while the gettin' is good
Before the game is ten percent skill and ninety percent Hollywood
I don't need that, I don't believe that
E'rybody gon' get hurt, if I do dirt
I flirt with the idea of quittin' the game
Nah! I'ma evolve continue to change
It take brains, balls and backbones to get it on
And keep it on, we keepin 'it movin', to each his own
So I spit about it, whatever I feel about it
I'm just bein' real about it, X get hot nigga forget about it
Speech don't fail me now
Dedicated to the enemies and friends that hold me down

(We) back on line (we) came to ride
(We) deal (we) stack (we) multiply
(We) stay on the grind (until) we die
And back for mo', 'cause we can't get enough

Above the rest, accept no less
Go ahead, check the game, be my guest
Somethin' brand new and heavy to get off my chest
Win time after time 'til there ain't none left
Hardhat, punch the clock, back to work
I'm bigger, stronger, faster, built to hurt
Everybody and anybody who come to my party
Like they ready to get rowdy and touch somebody
Who's that nigga y'all came to see? "X!"
Often imitated, but cannot be, "X!"
What's next, collect respect like paychecks
Straight to the bank with my bitch and have safe sex
What do you believe in? I believe in
Seizin' the moment, livin' and dyin' to spit with a vengeance
Here for redemption - been around forever
Y'all cats were just too blind to listen

(We) back on line (we) came to ride
(We) deal (we) stack (we) multiply
(We) stay on the grind (until) we die
And back for mo', 'cause we can't get enough

It ain't my fault We keep droppin hits
And you can't spit like this, so I'm takin yo' bitch
It ain't shit changed We gon' bang like this
And I'm drinkin this fifth, we still don't take no shit

I got a "Sixth Sense," that tells me you ain't worth six cents
I'm sick with my sixth sense
What up Doc? I'm gettin' down to business
Crooked ass the cops to the Rampart district
Loose yourself in the music, move it or lose it
Abuse it, let's booze it, please don't confuse it with the
Next man, it's the X Man rollin'
Stand firm, solid as the ground I'm holdin'
Make mine Golden, permanent State issue
Stacked with the wealth that you can't take witchu
Long range missile, if we got issues
I'ma squeeze this shit and nobody gon' miss you
I'ma keep swingin' 'til the medics come get you
We busy, stay off my line, you can't get through
Peep the design from the mastermind
Yo Dre, bring that shit back one more time!

(We) back on line (we) came to ride
(We) deal (we) stack (we) multiply
(We) stay on the grind (until) we die
And back for mo', 'cause we can't get enough

(We) back on line (we) came to ride
(We) deal (we) stack (we) multiply




(We) stay on the grind (until) we die
And back for mo', 'cause we can't get enough

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to DJ Rectangle's song Multiply are a reflection of the artist's commitment to his craft and how he perceives the music industry. The opening lines “I've been this way and I can't stop (ah)/Hands on the ball and I won't drop (no)/Half-assed rhymes that you can't watch (no)/It ain't 'cause I want to it's 'cause I got-ta” illustrate his drive to keep going in the music industry, no matter the circumstances. He believes that the music industry is becoming more and more focused on fame, rather than skill, as shown in the verse “Before the game is ten percent skill and ninety percent Hollywood/I don't need that, I don't believe that.”


The chorus “(We) back on line (we) came to ride/(We) deal (we) stack (we) multiply/(We) stay on the grind (until) we die/And back for mo', 'cause we can't get enough” reinforces the idea that the artist will continue to work hard and strive for success, no matter the obstacles. The verses that follow assert his skills as a rapper and his ability to overcome any challenge. He dismisses any competition with lines like “Who's that nigga y'all came to see? "X!"/Often imitated, but cannot be, "X!"” and asserts his dedication to his craft with the line “Dedicated to the enemies and friends that hold me down.” All of these lyrics come together to create a message of perseverance and commitment to one's goals.


Line by Line Meaning

I've been this way and I can't stop (ah)
I have been consistently performing in this manner and cannot stop.


Hands on the ball and I won't drop (no)
I have a strong grasp on what I need to do and will not falter.


Half-assed rhymes that you can't watch (no)
Mediocre lyrics that are not worth listening to.


It ain't 'cause I want to it's 'cause I got-ta
I am not doing this because I want to, it is because I have to.


Get it Crip while the gettin' is good
Take advantage of the opportunities while they are still available.


Before the game is ten percent skill and ninety percent Hollywood
Acting skill is becoming more important than actual talent in the entertainment industry.


I don't need that, I don't believe that
I do not require that or believe in it.


E'rybody gon' get hurt, if I do dirt
Everyone will experience consequences if I engage in unethical behavior.


I flirt with the idea of quittin' the game
I have thought about leaving the entertainment industry.


Nah! I'ma evolve continue to change
However, I will adapt and change instead of quitting.


It take brains, balls and backbones to get it on
Determination, courage, and strength are required to achieve success.


And keep it on, we keepin 'it movin', to each his own
We will continue to push forward and everyone has their own path.


So I spit about it, whatever I feel about it
I express my thoughts about what is happening through my lyrics.


I'm just bein' real about it, X get hot nigga forget about it
I am not afraid to speak the truth; when I perform, everyone else should step aside.


Speech don't fail me now
I must communicate effectively during this performance.


Dedicated to the enemies and friends that hold me down
This performance is for both my supporters and detractors who have impacted me.


(We) back on line (we) came to ride
I am back in the game and ready to take action.


(We) deal (we) stack (we) multiply
We make deals, accumulate wealth, and increase our success.


(We) stay on the grind (until) we die
We continue to work hard until the end of our lives.


And back for mo', 'cause we can't get enough
We come back for more because we are always seeking more success and achievement.


Above the rest, accept no less
We must always strive for the best and not settle for less.


Go ahead, check the game, be my guest
Feel free to observe and evaluate our performance.


Somethin' brand new and heavy to get off my chest
I have new ideas to express and am eager to share them.


Win time after time 'til there ain't none left
We will continue to win repeatedly until we are the only ones left victorious.


Hardhat, punch the clock, back to work
I am a diligent worker and will immediately return to work.


I'm bigger, stronger, faster, built to hurt
I am an unstoppable force.


Everybody and anybody who come to my party
Anyone who attends my performance will witness my greatness.


Like they ready to get rowdy and touch somebody
The audience will become excited and lively during the performance.


Who's that nigga y'all came to see? "X!"
I am the person that the audience has come to see.


Often imitated, but cannot be, "X!"
Others may try to copy my style, but they will never replicate my true essence.


What's next, collect respect like paychecks
In the future, I will continue to earn respect and adoration like payment for my work.


Straight to the bank with my bitch and have safe sex
I will make money and have safe sexual encounters with my partner.


What do you believe in? I believe in
What are your beliefs? My belief is in


Seizin' the moment, livin' and dyin' to spit with a vengeance
I take advantage of opportunities to perform and share my opinions wholeheartedly.


Here for redemption - been around forever
I am here to redeem myself and prove myself as a longstanding member of the industry.


Y'all cats were just too blind to listen
Others were too ignorant to truly hear and understand me.


It ain't my fault We keep droppin hits
I am not responsible for the continuous success that we achieve.


And you can't spit like this, so I'm takin yo' bitch
I am stealing your partner because you cannot perform like us.


It ain't shit changed We gon' bang like this
Nothing has changed; we will continue to dominate and impress.


And I'm drinkin this fifth, we still don't take no shit
I am still drinking alcohol, and we still do not allow anyone to mistreat us.


I got a "Sixth Sense," that tells me you ain't worth six cents
I have an intuition that informs me of your lack of worth.


I'm sick with my sixth sense
My intuition is highly developed.


What up Doc? I'm gettin' down to business
Greetings Doctor, I am now getting serious and focused for this performance.


Crooked ass the cops to the Rampart district
The police are corrupt in the Rampart district.


Loose yourself in the music, move it or lose it
Let yourself become absorbed in the music and participate or risk losing out.


Abuse it, let's booze it, please don't confuse it with the
Let's excessively consume alcohol while having fun, but do not mistake it for something else.


Next man, it's the X Man rollin'
Although there are others around, I am the one who is truly in charge.


Stand firm, solid as the ground I'm holdin'
I am not swayed and am standing my ground.


Make mine Golden, permanent State issue
I only accept the best and permanent quality when it comes to my work.


Stacked with the wealth that you can't take witchu
I have accumulated wealth that you are not able to take from me.


Long range missile, if we got issues
If we have problems, I will take care of them from afar.


I'ma squeeze this shit and nobody gon' miss you
I will take action that will cause harm or danger to you.


I'ma keep swingin' 'til the medics come get you
I will continue to fight until professional medical help is needed for you.


We busy, stay off my line, you can't get through
We are occupied, so do not try to contact us because you will not be able to reach us.


Peep the design from the mastermind
Observe and analyze the plan created by a skilled individual.


Yo Dre, bring that shit back one more time!
Hey Dre, replay that track one more time!




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Alvin Joyner, Denaun M Porter

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Victoria Scott

This shit never gets old

Rushdi Ishmail

Great album.👌🏾

Andrew Collins

Finally. A track I can bump while strolling round the lab

Alicia Holmes

My all time favourite Rectangle mixtape <3

Chris Man

Pure talent. First class

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Dope!!

Frank Jennings

Best dj in the world

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