Free Again
Dj Kay Slay feat. 50 Cent & Fat Joe Lyrics


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Free again
Back to bein' free again
Back to bein' me again (Hello!)
With all my precious freedom
It's Coca the don nigga
Whoo

(Free)
Ey yo Slay
Yo?
I tell you I got you ma nigga
Uh, once again New York City

I move rhymes like retail, make sure shit sell
From where we at to my man's cell
I move rhymes like retail, make sure shit sell
From where we at to my man's cell (Free)

Straight outta cell 12 a hell fell on my lap
A nigga was born to rap 'bout drug tales and all the rats
This is for Chef Jr., now that's Italiana
Chicken Parmesan and bocce with my paesanas
I told Manuel AzaΓ±a I'll die with my honor
Six bad bitches, some marijuana, with ? Can find us
If you could see the pictures and the scriptures that these bitches sent me
Hopped in the Ghost, my wiz jumped in the sister Bentley
When Suge had the Row, Jay start the Roc
I was in the car ? Fuck the cops
With the killer cross, had Iverson on the block
Graced the cover of The Source, tell me that ain't hot
When in for RICO, kilos, wish they gave me the max
Fuck them T.O.'s, and see hoes for hatin' new crack
Four months on the toilet shit, I can do that
Came with thirty, left with three, now how the fuck he do that?
Most these niggas in the Fed shoulda been in the State
Off The Texas to Brazil, now we raisin' the stakes
I seen Gordouli, know that nigga big like Chapo
Shout out to you know who, let me fuck in the chapel
Esa es ? First thing in the mornin'
Tried to send me to the shoe for the first pair of Jordans
I had a thing for the secretary, wassup Ms. Jordan?
All that ass in them pants had you feelin' important
Left with J's on my feet, J's, J's on my feet
Straight out the cage, sun raised on the beach
And I ain't got to lie, my son raised on the beach
Crib with the elevator, Gabe on the piece

(Free)
It's goin' down, down, it's goin' down
Once again New York city (free)
It's goin' down, down, it's goin' down
I move rhymes like retail, make sure shit sell
From where we at to my man's cell
I move rhymes like retail, make sure shit sell
From where we at to my man's cell
(Free)

Gun choke, move dope, niggas know my repertoire
Bulletproof smart car, level six AR
Cocktail, Molotov, burn heat, turn heat
Revolve, cock, bang, revolve, it's off
Cocaine, medating, codeine better lean
The fuck out my way, drive the bricks down the highway
It's an anthem when I rant, fuck you think I am, Kanye?
I had them wearing vests, now these niggas wear dresses (Free)
I take you back to the essence,
Free of charge a nigga so large, these niggas is stretching, I bless 'em
The pounds the purple with profits precise
With precision, we'll move you up the pillar, you get that right
Money motivation, this bread in the basket
Go ahead, say something 'bout it while you gettin' your ass kicked
Niggas back on the New York bullshit
My little man post up in the bank with a full clip, he let it off

(Free)
It's goin' down, down, it's goin' down
(Free)
It's goin' down, down, it's goin' down
I move rhymes like retail, make sure shit sell
From where we at to my man's cell
I move rhymes like retail, make sure shit sell
From where we at to my man's cell

Dj Kay Slay, The Drama King
Fat Joe, 50 Cent
New York City, had to happen
It's about politics
They can make a wrong teaching way to right
Or right situation wrong
Depending upon the players involved, politics
Wack 100, whadup?
Free again! (Free again)
(Back to being free again
(Back to being me again)




(With all my precious freedom)
(My precious precious freedom)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to DJ Kay Slay's "Free Again" are a reflection on freedom and returning to being oneself again after facing challenges. The song is built around themes of drugs, crime, and the consequences, opening with the phrase "Free again, back to being free again, back to being me again." The lyrics speak about a life of crime, with the artist rapping about a period he spent in jail and his experiences while incarcerated. The rapper speaks about moving rhymes like retail and making sure they sell, referencing his own skill set and ability to create music that resonates with audiences.


The song touches on various aspects of the rapper's life, including his chemical dependencies, struggles with the law, and his relationships with women, as well as his feuds with other rappers. The lyrics describe his life as a story, containing the highs and the lows that come with being involved in the music industry. The artist speaks of his desire to help and mentor other rappers to better themselves, as well as his appreciation for his friends and family.


Overall, "Free Again" is a celebration of freedom and a reflection on the struggles and challenges that come with being involved in the music industry. It is a testament to the rapper's journey and a reminder that one can always start again.


Line by Line Meaning

Free again
Returning to a state of freedom and independence from setbacks and oppressive forces.


Back to bein' free again
Resuming freedom from disruptions caused by unfortunate situations or individuals.


Back to bein' me again (Hello!)
Rejuvenation and the rediscovery of one's identity after adversity.


With all my precious freedom
Appreciating the value of liberty and personal sovereignty.


It's Coca the don nigga
Introducing and re-emphasizing personal identity and bragging about success.


Whoo
Exclamation of excitement or triumph.


I move rhymes like retail, make sure shit sell
Ability to smoothly sell music and garner profit from different sources.


From where we at to my man's cell
Delivering music to the masses and even those in correctional facilities.


Straight outta cell 12 a hell fell on my lap
A tumultuous situation that arose upon release from prison.


A nigga was born to rap 'bout drug tales and all the rats
A love for music and storytelling that involves drugs as subject matter, including turning on others for personal gain.


This is for Chef Jr., now that's Italiana
Giving a shout-out to Chef Jr., an Italian chef, while emphasizing cultural pride and heritage.


Chicken Parmesan and bocce with my paesanas
Enjoys Italian food and games and cherishes the company of fellow Italians.


I told Manuel AzaΓ±a I'll die with my honor
An expression of bravery and determination derived from the Spanish Civil War.


Six bad bitches, some marijuana, with ? Can find us
A reference to partying with beautiful women while smoking marijuana and enjoying life without a care in the world.


If you could see the pictures and the scriptures that these bitches sent me
Enjoying his status as a ladies' man and living life to the fullest.


Hopped in the Ghost, my wiz jumped in the sister Bentley
Riding in a Rolls-Royce Ghost with his girlfriend, who followed behind in her sister's Bentley.


When Suge had the Row, Jay start the Roc
Referencing the business moves made by Suge Knight and Jay-Z during their respective tenures at Death Row Records and Roc-A-Fella Records.


I was in the car ? Fuck the cops
Showing disregard for law enforcement and enjoying a luxurious lifestyle.


With the killer cross, had Iverson on the block
A basketball reference to Iverson's signature move, 'crossing over,' while imprisoning a drug corner.


Graced the cover of The Source, tell me that ain't hot
Expressing pride at being covered in 'The Source' magazine, a prestigious hip-hop publication.


When in for RICO, kilos, wish they gave me the max
Being prosecuted for RICO offenses and drug trafficking, and wishing that the consequences of the actions were greater.


Fuck them T.O.'s, and see hoes for hatin' new crack
Expressing anger towards law enforcement and those who oppose the drug trade.


Four months on the toilet shit, I can do that
Dealing with the unpleasant conditions of incarceration and derogatorily joking about the bodily functions of toilet use.


Came with thirty, left with three, now how the fuck he do that?
Succeeding in life and business despite difficult circumstances.


Most these niggas in the Fed shoulda been in the State
Arguing that lesser punishments would have been more appropriate for some prisoners.


Off The Texas to Brazil, now we raisin' the stakes
Going from small-time drug dealing in Texas to expanding the business into Brazil for more substantial profits.


I seen Gordouli, know that nigga big like Chapo
Having contact with a drug dealer named Gordouli, who is compared to infamous drug lord JoaquΓ­n 'Chapo' GuzmΓ‘n.


Shout out to you know who, let me fuck in the chapel
Acknowledging someone who assisted him in prison and then transitioning to a sexual comment about someone in a church.


Esa es ? First thing in the mornin'
Spanish slang leaving the listener to interpret the meaning as it is not clearly stated.


Tried to send me to the shoe for the first pair of Jordans
Being reprimanded unjustly for wanting to obtain a pair of Air Jordans.


I had a thing for the secretary, wassup Ms. Jordan?
Lamenting a missed chance with a secretary while making a reference to Michael Jordan.


All that ass in them pants had you feelin' important
Enjoying sexual attention from women and making a suggestive comment about their attire.


Left with J's on my feet, J's, J's on my feet
Leaving prison fully equipped with new Air Jordans.


Straight out the cage, sun raised on the beach
Released from jail and waking up to a sunny day at the beach.


And I ain't got to lie, my son raised on the beach
Enabling his son to grow up in relaxed beachside environment without having to lie about his lifestyle or origins.


Crib with the elevator, Gabe on the piece
Living in a luxurious mansion and installing an elevator with the help of Gabe (unknown identity).


Gun choke, move dope, niggas know my repertoire
Being skilled and experienced in both drug dealing and firearms handling.


Bulletproof smart car, level six AR
Driving a bulletproof vehicle and owning military-grade weapons.


Cocktail, Molotov, burn heat, turn heat
Possible references to making Molotov cocktails and being prepared for dangerous scenarios.


Revolve, cock, bang, revolve, it's off
Loudly referencing his firepower and ability to use it in self-defense.


Cocaine, medating, codeine better lean
Indulging in various drugs while possibly coping with the pressures of life and success.


The fuck out my way, drive the bricks down the highway
An aggressive directive aimed at rival drug dealers to vacate his territory and comparing transporting drugs to driving on a highway.


It's an anthem when I rant, fuck you think I am, Kanye?
Comparing his angry expressions of self-confidence to those of controversial rapper Kanye West.


I had them wearing vests, now these niggas wear dresses (Free)
Successfully influencing fashion trends among other rappers and pointing out newer trends that he disapproves of.


I take you back to the essence
Returning to the core values of true hip-hop and personal integrity.


Free of charge a nigga so large, these niggas is stretching, I bless 'em
Being a rapper of great skill and power who generously offers strong assistance and guidance to others.


The pounds the purple with profits precise
Profiting from offers of drugs purchased in bulk, the phrase may also refer to marijuana strains that sell well and have high profit margins.


With precision, we'll move you up the pillar, you get that right
Beating the competition at the business game by moving up metaphorical ladders for success in a precise and determined manner.


Money motivation, this bread in the basket
Being driven by the prospects of profit and prioritizing financial success.


Go ahead, say something 'bout it while you gettin' your ass kicked
Challenging opponents to physically fight while continuing to talk openly about drug profits.


Niggas back on the New York bullshit
A reference to a beef between New York rappers that gained national media attention.


My little man post up in the bank with a full clip, he let it off
Referring to an associate who carries a gun and is ready to use it if necessary.


Dj Kay Slay, The Drama King
Introducing DJ Kay Slay and lifting up his reputation as a master of production and performance.


Fat Joe, 50 Cent
Honoring well-known fellow rappers and friends of DJ Kay Slay.


New York City, had to happen
Paying homage to the city where hip-hop began and acknowledging his indebtedness to its culture.


It's about politics
Draws attention to the political nature of rap, its gatekeepers, and how fame or trends can change if supported by the right people.


They can make a wrong teaching way to right
Success can be gained through dishonest or inaccurate means by manipulating public opinion.


Or right situation wrong
The same thing can be accomplished by reversing the above phrase or through other forms of pragmatism.


Depending upon the players involved, politics
The outcome or conclusion of any political matter in rap is anchored on which players are involved and their power base or influence.


Wack 100, whadup?
Saluting a fellow member of the music industry.


Free again! (Free again)
Celebrating a fresh start, a return to normalcy, and the ability to pursue personal and artistic endeavors freely.


(Back to being free again
Re-emphasizing the previous statement about freedom and independence.


(Back to being me again)
A continuation of the previous statement, underscoring the reacquisition of identity and personal sovereignty.


(With all my precious freedom)
A final repetition of the importance of personal liberty.




Lyrics Β© Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Curtis Jackson, Joseph Cartagena

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Greg Navarro

One thing about Drama King... if he can't do it then no one can. The collaborations he'll put together on his Mixtapes were out of this world. RIP Dj Kay Slay

nxfr80

Timeless classic right here! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ

Luke Khalid

One of the best verses 50 ever spit

Mark Mercado

Idk,50 has alot of "best verses". Have u heard "Dump" by jadakiss ft 50? 50 spazzed on that 2.It's funny how 50 destroyed them both & then on their songs he destroyed themπŸ˜‚

Luke Khalid

@Mark Mercado Fam, good lookin on that. I been a day one 50 to this day and I don't know how I ain't ever heard that Dump verse. I gotta give it to you, the Dump verse is better u can tell he spit that from the heart. But I will say the Free Again beat is better, so 50 got u head noddin on that verse more.

Damien Acevedo

Mark Mercado nice try my guy lol sorry I like 50 tooo but kiss styles p and sheen louch bodied him... and what about 50s son β€œirregular heartbeat” ft Kidd Kidd n kiss ... kiss bodied that

Young Loko713

Damien Acevedo Kidd Kidd bodied it! Kiss had that dope flow

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HighCity

I’m glad they did this... hope I hear something harder from them collaborating in the future... I think this could have been crazier...

Creap0fluigi

Great take, still hope they will do another one. Both NY hustlers on that Miami shit rn, sick they reconciled after the funniest hiphop beef ever

LosoGeezy !

Still waiting for 50 to put out another album. He needs to get back on his shit . Big fan . Need something new

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