Let Me Ride
Dr. Dre (featuring Snoop Dogg) Lyrics


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Creepin' down the back street on these
I got my glock cocked 'cause niggas want these
Now soon as I said it, seems I got sweated
By some nigga with a tech 9 tryin' to take mine
You want to make noise, make noise
I make a phone call my niggas comin' like the Gotti boys
Bodies bein' found on Greenleaf
With their fucking heads cut off, motherfucker I'm Dre
So listen to the play-by-play, day-by-day
Rollin' in my '4 with 16 switches
And got sounds for the bitches, clockin' all the riches
Got the hollow points for the snitches
So would you just walk on by, 'cause I'm too hard to lift
And no this ain't Aerosmith
It's the motherfucking D-R-E, from the CPT
On a robbin' spree, a straight G
Hop back as I pop my top ya trip
I let the hollow points commence to POP POP POP
Yeah, 'cause if it don't stop
I have to put my shit in reverse go back and take anothers stop
'Cause I'm (Rollin in my six-fo')
With all the niggas saying

Swing down, sweet chariot stop and, let me ride
Hell yeah
Swing down, sweet chariot stop and, let me ride
With all the niggas saying
Swing down, sweet chariot stop and, let me ride
Hell yeah
Swing down, sweet chariot stop and, let me ride

Just another motherfucking day for Dre so I begin like this
No medallions, dreadlocks, or black fists it's just
That gangster glare, with gangster raps
That gangster shit, that makes the gang of snaps,
Word to the motherfucking streets
And word to these hyped ass lyrics and dope beats, that I
Hit ya with that I, get ya with
As I groove in my four on these, hitting the switches
Bitches relax while I get my proper swerve on
Bumping like a motherfucker ready to get my serve on
But before I hit the dope spot
I gotta get the chronic, the Reme Martin and my soda pop
Now I'm smelling like indo-nesia
Bus stop full of fly bitches and skeezers
On my dick, cause my four on hit
Pancake front and back, side to side and all that shit
So when I crawl I comes correct
Now, if your bitch in my shit, it's your bitch you check nigga
Now let the Chevrolet slide
As I dip a nigga trip to the south side, yeah
(Rollin in my six-fo') with all the bitches sayin'

Swing down, sweet chariot stop and, let me ride
Hell yeah
Swing down, sweet chariot stop and, let me ride
With all the motherfuckin' bitches sayin'
Swing down, sweet chariot stop and, let me ride
Know what I'm sayin'
Swing down, sweet chariot stop and, let me ride

Check this out
The sun went down when I hit Slausson
On my way to the strip, now I'm just flossing
Checking my rear view, cause niggas they will do
Jack moves, black fools cause I smack fools
Try to set me up for a two-eleven
Fuck around and get caught up in a one-eight-seven
But I don't represent no gangbang
Some niggas like lynching but I just watch them hang
So on, and so-on, why don't you let me roll on
I remember back in the days when I used to have to get my stroll on
Didn't nobody wanna speak, now everybody
Peeping out they windows when they hear me beating up the streets
Is it Dre? Is it Dre?
That's what they say, every single motherfucking day, yo
But I ain't tripping I'm just kicking it
While my D's keep spinning and these hoes keep grinning I'll be
(Rollin in my six-fo') With everybody saying

Swing down, sweet chariot stop and, let me ride
Hell yeah
Swing down, sweet chariot stop and, let me ride
With everybody sayin'
Swing down, sweet chariot stop and, let me ride




Hell yeah
Swing down, sweet chariot stop and, let me ride

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Let Me Ride by Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg tell the story of Dre’s day-to-day as a gangster, cruising around the streets of the CPT with his 4x4 and glock, ready to defend himself at any moment. As he rolls through the city, he reflects on his life as a gangster and the attention he receives from those around him. He tells the story of the attention he gets from people on the streets and how they love his music.


However, Dre is also aware of the dangers that come with his lifestyle. He vividly describes the violent and gruesome scene of bodies being found with their heads cut off in Greenleaf, a warning to those who might think of crossing him. Still, he remains unbothered and continues to ride around with his friends and colleagues, all while attracting attention and admiration from the people around him.


Throughout the song, there is a repeated reference to the chorus, “Swing down, sweet chariot stop and let me ride,” which is a reference to a spiritual song that includes the same lyrics. This implies a connection between the hardships of life and the need for redemption, which could allude to Dre’s own experiences as a gangster.


Line by Line Meaning

Creepin' down the back street on these
I'm driving slowly in my car down the back streets


I got my glock cocked 'cause niggas want these
I'm carrying a gun ready to shoot if someone tries to steal from me


Now soon as I said it, seems I got sweated By some nigga with a tech 9 tryin' to take mine
As soon as I mentioned my gun, someone with a powerful gun threatened to steal from me


You want to make noise, make noise I make a phone call my niggas comin' like the Gotti boys
If you want to start trouble, I'll call my friends who will come to help me


Bodies bein' found on Greenleaf With their fucking heads cut off, motherfucker I'm Dre
People are being killed in the area, and I'm warning that I'm responsible and should be feared


So listen to the play-by-play, day-by-day
Listen closely to what I'm telling you every day


Rollin' in my '4 with 16 switches And got sounds for the bitches, clockin' all the riches
I'm driving my lowrider car with flashy modifications, and my music is popular with women, while I'm making a lot of money


Got the hollow points for the snitches
I have ammunition specifically designed to kill people who cooperate with the police


So would you just walk on by, 'cause I'm too hard to lift And no this ain't Aerosmith
Don't try to mess with me because I'm too strong, and this music is not like the rock band Aerosmith


It's the motherfucking D-R-E, from the CPT On a robbin' spree, a straight G
I'm Dr. Dre from Compton, and I'm currently involved in a robbery and am a true gangster


Hop back as I pop my top ya trip I let the hollow points commence to POP POP POP
If you try to attack me, I'll shoot you with my guns sounding like popping noises


Yeah, 'cause if it don't stop I have to put my shit in reverse go back and take anothers stop
If there's more trouble, I'll have to retreat and try again later


Just another motherfucking day for Dre so I begin like this No medallions, dreadlocks, or black fists it's just
This is just another day for me, and I'm introducing myself without flashy jewelry, hairstyles, or showing any specific gang affiliation


That gangster glare, with gangster raps That gangster shit, that makes the gang of snaps,
I have a tough and intimidating presence and music that appeals to gangsters, which causes them to respond enthusiastically


Word to the motherfucking streets And word to these hyped ass lyrics and dope beats, that I Hit ya with that I, get ya with
I'm telling the truth about the streets, and I have amazing and exciting music and lyrics that will grab your attention


As I groove in my four on these, hitting the switches Bitches relax while I get my proper swerve on
I'm having a fun time driving my car and playing with the hydraulics. The girls should just enjoy the ride while I'm impressing them with my driving skills


Bumping like a motherfucker ready to get my serve on
I'm listening to loud music and getting pumped up for whatever is coming next


But before I hit the dope spot I gotta get the chronic, the Reme Martin and my soda pop
Before I go to buy drugs, I make sure to get some weed, cognac, and soda


Now I'm smelling like indo-nesia Bus stop full of fly bitches and skeezers
I smell strongly of high-quality weed and am surrounded by attractive women


On my dick, cause my four on hit Pancake front and back, side to side and all that shit
The girls are attracted to me because of my impressive car with lowrider modifications


So when I crawl I comes correct Now, if your bitch in my shit, it's your bitch you check nigga
I approach situations carefully but confidently. If someone thinks their girlfriend is interested in me, they better talk to her about it, not me


Now let the Chevrolet slide As I dip a nigga trip to the south side, yeah
I'm driving away in my car and heading to the southern part of town


Check this out The sun went down when I hit Slausson
Pay attention to what I'm saying now - it's nighttime when I arrive on Slauson Avenue


On my way to the strip, now I'm just flossing Checking my rear view, cause niggas they will do Jack moves, black fools cause I smack fools
I'm driving to show off, but I'm also being careful and checking for anyone who might try to rob me. If they do, I'll retaliate with violence


Try to set me up for a two-eleven Fuck around and get caught up in a one-eight-seven
If someone tries to rob me, they'll be caught in a murder investigation


But I don't represent no gangbang Some niggas like lynching but I just watch them hang
I don't belong to any specific gang. Some gang members like to kill people, but I don't personally participate in that


So on, and so-on, why don't you let me roll on I remember back in the days when I used to have to get my stroll on
Let me continue on my way. I remember when I had to walk around instead of having a car


Didn't nobody wanna speak, now everybody Peeping out they windows when they hear me beating up the streets
No one used to pay attention to me, but now everyone is watching and listening to me because of my music


Is it Dre? Is it Dre? That's what they say, every single motherfucking day, yo
People are always recognizing me and asking if it's really me they're seeing and hearing


But I ain't tripping I'm just kicking it While my D's keep spinning and these hoes keep grinning I'll be
I'm not worried about anything and just having a good time. My car is still spinning its wheels and the girls are still smiling at me




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: RALPH MIDDLEBROOKS, JAMES L. WILLIAMS, MARSHALL JONES, LEROY BONNER, CLARENCE SATCHELL, WILLIE BECK, MARVIN PIERCE, GEORGE CLINTON, BERNARD WORRELL, WILLIAM EARL COLLINS, WILLIAM ROBERTS, MAURICE YOUNG

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