Multiple mixtapes followed in the coming months, with 2017 offering Billion Dollar Baby, Baby Talk, Baby Talk 2, 3, and 4, as well as Back on My Baby Jesus Sh!t. 2018 continued in a similarly fashion with Baby Talk 5 and Blank Blank. In November of 2018, while shopping with his family at a Walmart in Huntersville, North Carolina, Kirk was approached by several men. An altercation broke out and gunfire ensued, resulting in the death of 19-year-old Jalyn Domonique Craig. Kirk, while involved in the dispute, did not admit to firing the fatal shots and was not charged with any crime connected to the incident. DaBaby got a label deal in 2019 when he signed on with Interscope.
The label quickly released Baby on Baby in March of that year, a full-length that was preceded by videos for singles "Suge" and "Walker, Texas Ranger."
Tupac
DaBaby Lyrics
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Yeah, I know how it go (yeah)
You put in your work, you deserve it (huh?)
You realize it was all really worth it (huh?)
You was still on your grind, you put in plenty time
And they didn't understand (them niggas was sleep)
You woke they ass up, but there ain't no alarm (oh Lord, Jetson Made another one)
Ay who you is, nigga? I'm like the 2Pac of the new shit
A hundred thousand hoes and they like the way I do shit
I'm the realest nigga rappin' and my bitch like Jada Pinkett
I'm the fresh prince of my city, shout out Will, no point intended
Ay who you is, nigga? I'm like the 2Pac of the new shit
A hundred thousand hoes and they like the way I do shit
I'm the realest nigga rappin' and my bitch like Jada Pinkett
I'm the fresh prince of my city, shout out Will, no point intended
Ay who you is, nigga?
Shout out to Will Smith, I'm a bad boy (huh)
She pretty and she got that ass (ass)
I asked her what she got that ass for (huh)
I told her to shut up and back it up (shut up)
You niggas ain't good, you don't rap enough (nope)
Got on a bandanna like Bob (Bob)
You gon' run up on me in a MAC and coat (yeah yeah)
I couldn't get right, the driver's seat
Hop out and switch, we gon' fuck in the passenger (ay, ay)
And you know I don't flop when I drop
Everything that I drop is a classic, I'm classical
And she make that dick disappear like it's magic
My bitch, she do magic, she magical (voila)
She came and hopped on my dick on a Saturday
Had to hold on, she a savage (ay, ay)
Put the bitch on a play, jumpin' her like LA (ay, ay)
Few, few, proud of me
I'm tryna deep stroke (deep stroke)
Gettin' hard to hold on, I can't handle it (yeah)
Pull out and bust on her belly (ugh)
Throw up the West, Makaveli (west Side)
I get around like I'm Pac (huh)
I'ma act like a thot if you let me (bitch)
Ay who you is, nigga? I'm like the 2Pac of the new shit
A hundred thousand hoes and they like the way I do shit
I'm the realest nigga rappin' and my bitch like Jada Pinkett
I'm the fresh prince of my city, shout out Will, no point intended
Ay who you is, nigga? I'm like the 2Pac of the new shit
A hundred thousand hoes and they like the way I do shit
I'm the realest nigga rappin' and my bitch like Jada Pinkett
I'm the fresh prince of my city, shout out Will, no point intended
Ay who you is, nigga?
In DaBaby's song "Tupac," he reflects on his success in the rap game, acknowledging the hard work and dedication he put in to get where he is. He compares himself to the late rapper Tupac Shakur, stating that he is the "2Pac of the new shit." DaBaby boasts about his abilities as a rapper and his success with women, claiming that he has "a hundred thousand hoes" who like the way he does things. He also mentions his admiration for actress Jada Pinkett-Smith and her husband Will Smith, referencing the popular 90s sitcom "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" in the line "I'm the fresh prince of my city, shout out Will, no point intended."
Throughout the song, DaBaby's confidence and arrogance is evident as he makes bold statements about his talent and fame. He is unapologetic about who he is and what he stands for, exemplifying the "thug life" mentality that was popularized by Tupac in the 90s. As a whole, "Tupac" is a celebration of success and an affirmation of DaBaby's status as a rising star in the rap industry.
Line by Line Meaning
Yung Lan on the track
Acknowledging the producer of the beat
Yeah, I know how it go (yeah)
Expressing understanding of the struggles in the music industry
You put in your work, you deserve it (huh?)
Recognizing the hard work and talent needed to succeed in music
You realize it was all really worth it (huh?)
Reflecting on the payoff of putting in the effort
You was still on your grind, you put in plenty time
Highlighting the dedication and persistence needed to succeed
And they didn't understand (them niggas was sleep)
Acknowledging the lack of support and understanding from others
You woke they ass up, but there ain't no alarm (oh Lord, Jetson Made another one)
Bringing attention to the impact of one's hard work without relying on external factors
And you know who I am
Asserting self-confidence and awareness of one's identity
Ay who you is, nigga? I'm like the 2Pac of the new shit
Comparing himself to a legendary and influential artist in terms of impact and authenticity
A hundred thousand hoes and they like the way I do shit
Boasting about his popularity and appeal to women
I'm the realest nigga rappin' and my bitch like Jada Pinkett
Claiming authenticity and loyalty from his partner
I'm the fresh prince of my city, shout out Will, no point intended
Referencing a popular TV show and acknowledging the influence of Will Smith
Shout out to Will Smith, I'm a bad boy (huh)
Continuing the reference to Will Smith and his own persona as a rebellious figure
She pretty and she got that ass (ass)
Complimenting a woman's appearance and physique
I asked her what she got that ass for (huh)
Jokingly questioning the purpose of having a large posterior
I told her to shut up and back it up (shut up)
Directing the woman to showcase her physical assets
You niggas ain't good, you don't rap enough (nope)
Calling out other artists for not putting in enough effort or lacking skill
Got on a bandanna like Bob (Bob)
Referencing the iconic look of musician Bob Marley
You gon' run up on me in a MAC and coat (yeah yeah)
Anticipating and dismissing potential threats or disrespect
I couldn't get right, the driver's seat
Admitting to past mistakes or shortcomings
Hop out and switch, we gon' fuck in the passenger (ay, ay)
Describing a sexual encounter and the spontaneity of the situation
And you know I don't flop when I drop
Asserting consistency and quality in his music releases
Everything that I drop is a classic, I'm classical
Boasting about creating timeless music and being a classic artist
And she make that dick disappear like it's magic
Complimenting a woman's sexual abilities
My bitch, she do magic, she magical (voila)
Continuing the comparison of the woman to a magician
She came and hopped on my dick on a Saturday
Recounting a sexual encounter with a woman
Had to hold on, she a savage (ay, ay)
Describing the woman's intense and wild sexual behavior
Put the bitch on a play, jumpin' her like LA (ay, ay)
Expanding on the sexual encounter and using basketball terminology to describe it
Few, few, proud of me
Expressing satisfaction with his position and accomplishments
I'm tryna deep stroke (deep stroke)
Describing his sexual desires and intentions
Gettin' hard to hold on, I can't handle it (yeah)
Expressing the intensity and pleasure of the sexual encounter
Pull out and bust on her belly (ugh)
Describing the completion of the sexual activity
Throw up the West, Makaveli (west Side)
Paying homage to the West Coast and legendary rapper Tupac Shakur
I get around like I'm Pac (huh)
Continuing the reference to Tupac Shakur and his own fame and movement
I'ma act like a thot if you let me (bitch)
Asserting a playful and promiscuous attitude towards sexual encounters
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jonathan Kirk, Milan Modi, Tahj Morgan
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