Where I'm From
Dr. Dre Feat. The Game And Nate Dogg Lyrics


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I'mma B-L-double-O-D
Been on songs with S-N-double-O-P
Inside a Ferrari with the D-R-E
Run up I let it sing like Nate D-O-double-G
Walk through 8 Mile, G-Unit's on my feet
Got a cherry lowrider in the N-Y-C
Eve took me to Philly, never been to the pen
Been to Uptown with 50, seen niggas in Timbs
I done seen Young Buck scuff Air Force Ones
In Cashville, but Compton is {where I'm from}
Where it's just me, my son, and my bitch
She graduated when Notorious BIG dropped "Me & My Bitch"
She get them birds past, I put her in first class
And tell her to carry on that Dooney & Burke bag
She from Grape Street, she know how to work the mag
And only buy white tees, tell 'em to keep the purple tags
Cause the laces in my Chucks keep the beef crackin
I lay niggas out like creased khakis
In that G-wagon, lean like the 23's draggin
I got the whole N-Y-C saggin

If you don't know
(Aftermath, nigga witta attitude) (Game time niggas, Westside)
Where I'm from
(Nigga witta attitude) (Straight Outta Compton) (We rock khakis and Chucks)
If you don't know
(Almost lost my life when Dre dropped The Chronic) (Legend in the making)
Where I'm from
(Aftermath, you better watch your colors in the City of Angels)

Y'all niggas got it fucked up
What you thought cause I'm from Compton I couldn't do numbers like Usher?
Platinum certified, nigga that's a mill' plus
Play both sides of the fence cause the Crips feel cause'
See me ridin with Nate, nigga it's still Blood
You can C-walk to this, homey it's still love
Nigga I've been bangin since Mary J did "Real Love"
(If you don't know) I painted the Rover black
The West coast is back, I can smoke to that
Moms got the CL-6, that's a fact
I bought the house, I'm just waitin on the platinum plaques
Niggas lookin for a cat to jack
Homey I'm willin to do two life sentences back to back
So please don't push me
You niggas is W-N-B-A, all pussy

If you don't know
(Aftermath, nigga witta attitude) (Game time niggas, Westside)
Where I'm from
(Nigga witta attitude) (Straight Outta Compton) (We rock khakis and Chucks)
If you don't know
(Almost lost my life when Dre dropped The Chronic) (Legend in the making)
Where I'm from
(Aftermath, you better watch your colors in the City of Angels)

If you don't know
(Aftermath, nigga witta attitude) (Game time niggas, Westside)
Where I'm from
(Nigga witta attitude) (Straight Outta Compton) (We rock khakis and Chucks)
If you don't know
(Almost lost my life when Dre dropped The Chronic) (Legend in the making)




Where I'm from
(Aftermath, you better watch your colors in the City of Angels)

Overall Meaning

In "Where I'm From," Dr. Dre, The Game, and Nate Dogg rap about their origins, affiliations, and accomplishments. They first boast about their connections to prominent West Coast rappers, including Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre himself. They then describe their experiences in different cities, such as New York and Philly, and showcase their street cred by referencing notorious gangs and criminal activity. The Game, in particular, asserts his ability to succeed in the music industry, despite his gang affiliation, and his willingness to defend his honor with violence if necessary. Throughout the song, they stress the importance of their respective hometowns, Compton and Long Beach, and warn others to be cautious when entering their territories.


The lyrics of "Where I'm From" depict the harsh realities of life in urban areas, where violence, poverty, and gang culture prevail. The rappers contrast their success and fame with their humble beginnings, emphasizing their resilience and determination to overcome adversity. However, they also glorify their criminal past and present themselves as untouchable and fearless, disregarding the consequences of their actions. The song's overall message seems to be one of pride in their roots and defiance against those who would challenge their status.


Line by Line Meaning

I'mma B-L-double-O-D
I am a Blood gang member


Been on songs with S-N-double-O-P
I have collaborated on songs with Snoop Dogg


Inside a Ferrari with the D-R-E
I am riding in a Ferrari with Dr. Dre


Run up I let it sing like Nate D-O-double-G
I will respond to any challenge with violent force, like Nate Dogg singing


Walk through 8 Mile, G-Unit's on my feet
I am walking in the 8 Mile area with G-Unit sneakers on


Got a cherry lowrider in the N-Y-C
I own a cherry red lowrider car in NYC


Eve took me to Philly, never been to the pen
I visited Philly with Eve and have never been to prison


Been to Uptown with 50, seen niggas in Timbs
I have been to Uptown with 50 Cent and seen people wearing Timberland boots


I done seen Young Buck scuff Air Force Ones
I have witnessed Young Buck scuffing up his Air Force One sneakers


In Cashville, but Compton is {where I'm from}
I have been to Cashville but my true home is Compton


Where it's just me, my son, and my bitch
In Compton, I am with just my son and girlfriend


She graduated when Notorious BIG dropped "Me & My Bitch"
My girlfriend graduated during the time that The Notorious B.I.G. released his song 'Me & My Bitch'


She get them birds past, I put her in first class
She successfully smuggles drugs and I reward her by putting her in first class flights


And tell her to carry on that Dooney & Burke bag
I instructed her to carry a Dooney & Burke bag


She from Grape Street, she know how to work the mag
My girlfriend is from Grape Street and knows how to handle a firearm


And only buy white tees, tell 'em to keep the purple tags
She only buys white t-shirts and requests for the purple tags to be kept on


Cause the laces in my Chucks keep the beef crackin
I keep tension alive in my neighborhood because of the way I tie the laces on my Chuck Taylor shoes


I lay niggas out like creased khakis
I knock people out like you would crease a pair of khaki pants


In that G-wagon, lean like the 23's draggin
I drive a G-wagon and it leans to the side as if my wheels were dragging at 23 degrees


I got the whole N-Y-C saggin
I have the whole NYC wearing their pants low, like sagging


Y'all niggas got it fucked up
You all have it twisted


What you thought cause I'm from Compton I couldn't do numbers like Usher?
Don't assume that because I am from Compton I am incapable of achieving success like Usher


Platinum certified, nigga that's a mill' plus
I have a platinum certified album, which is over a million copies sold


Play both sides of the fence cause the Crips feel cause'
I play both sides of the gang conflict because the Crips believe


See me ridin with Nate, nigga it's still Blood
Even though I am with Nate Dogg, I am still a Blood gang member


You can C-walk to this, homey it's still love
You can do the Crip walk to this song and it is still love between us


Nigga I've been bangin since Mary J did "Real Love"
I have been in the gang life since Mary J Blige released her song 'Real Love'


I painted the Rover black
I painted my car, a Rover, black


The West coast is back, I can smoke to that
I am excited for the resurgence of the West Coast hip-hop scene


Moms got the CL-6, that's a fact
My mother owns a Mercedes-Benz CL-6


I bought the house, I'm just waitin on the platinum plaques
I purchased a house and am waiting for my platinum album plaques to hang on the walls


Niggas lookin for a cat to jack
People are looking for someone to rob


Homey I'm willin to do two life sentences back to back
I am willing to serve two consecutive life sentences in prison for what I believe in


So please don't push me
Please don't provoke me


You niggas is W-N-B-A, all pussy
You guys are weak and as soft as the WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association)




Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, THE ADMINISTRATION MP, INC.
Written by: BERNARD EDWARDS, ARTIE BUTLER, JAYCEON TAYLOR, MARK LINDSAY

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lyrics:
I'mma B-L-double-O-D
Been on songs with S-N-double-O-P
Inside a Ferrari with the D-R-E
Run up I let it sing like Nate D-O-double-G
Walk through 8 Mile, G-Unit's on my feet
Got a cherry lowrider in the N-Y-C
Eve took me to Philly, never been to the pen
Been to Uptown with 50, seen niggas in Timbs
I done seen Young Buck scuff Air Force Ones
In Cashville, but Compton is {where I'm from}
Where it's just me, my son, and my bitch
She graduated when Notorious BIG dropped "Me & My Bitch"
She get them birds past, I put her in first class
And tell her to carry on that Dooney & Burke bag
She from Grape Street, she know how to work the mag
And only buy white tees, tell 'em to keep the purple tags
Cause the laces in my Chucks keep the beef crackin
I lay niggas out like creased khakis
In that G-wagon, lean like the 23's draggin
I got the whole N-Y-C saggin
If you don't know
(Aftermath, nigga witta attitude) (Game time niggas, Westside)
Where I'm from
(Nigga witta attitude) (Straight Outta Compton) (We rock khakis and Chucks)
If you don't know
(Almost lost my life when Dre dropped The Chronic) (Legend in the making)
Where I'm from
(Aftermath, you better watch your colors in the City of Angels)
Y'all niggas got it fucked up
What you thought cause I'm from Compton I couldn't do numbers like Usher?
Platinum certified, nigga that's a mill' plus
Play both sides of the fence cause the Crips feel cause'
See me ridin with Nate, nigga it's still Blood
You can C-walk to this, homey it's still love
Nigga I've been bangin since Mary J did "Real Love"
(If you don't know) I painted the Rover black
The West coast is back, I can smoke to that
Moms got the CL-6, that's a fact
I bought the house, I'm just waitin on the platinum plaques
Niggas lookin for a cat to jack
Homey I'm willin to do two life sentences back to back
So please don't push me
You niggas is W-N-B-A, all pussy
If you don't know
(Aftermath, nigga witta attitude) (Game time niggas, Westside)
Where I'm from
(Nigga witta attitude) (Straight Outta Compton) (We rock khakis and Chucks)
If you don't know
(Almost lost my life when Dre dropped The Chronic) (Legend in the making)
Where I'm from
(Aftermath, you better watch your colors in the City of Angels)
If you don't know
(Aftermath, nigga witta attitude) (Game time niggas, Westside)
Where I'm from
(Nigga witta attitude) (Straight Outta Compton) (We rock khakis and Chucks)
If you don't know
(Almost lost my life when Dre dropped The Chronic) (Legend in the making)
Where I'm from
(Aftermath, you better watch your colors in the City of Angels)



All comments from YouTube:

@neliolima9992

This beat is fucking fire. This whole album it's just legendary

@youngrav2311

Fr! This album was beyond heat. This song is super underrated

@jldub23

FACTS!!!!!!

@trentyates418

This beat gives me so much nostalgia, I remember listening to this when my pop had the CD, memories!!!

@edwardk2734

Ball in paradise to the legendary Nate Dogg.. 😒😒 His melody still gives you chills

@Questloot-wp2gt

In my opinion this is his best song. It captures where he's from lyrics, hook and production. Quality

@ThaNyceGuy

I remember when this first dropped. Now it's 2021 and its still πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯

@streezy4207

2023 πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯

@tcmb3434

I need this to be playing soon as I touch down at LAX πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯

@tamunoimamadaniel-kalio9450

best song on the album

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