boss
Dre Lyrics


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If you don't feel right about me you Betta change it cause I don't let niggas get by by being angry
If you don't feel right about me you Betta change it cause I don't let niggas get by by being angry
I took losses like a boss
Loosing you don't scare me
Won't catch me without designer always rocking mike amiris
I can hold my own weight strong like Larry
You rap about triggers but we know that you scary
I'm been going hard feel like the rap game I carry
12 asking questions act slow like I'm perry the Platypus
Niggas bet not run cause that Glock shoot fast asf
Them niggas keep dying man I know they side mad at us
Won't say no names but got aim lebron James
Like big ant said we go leave 'em a stain
Don't aim at the body only aim for the brain
I then kept quiet but now they go feel my pain
Niggas betta go to school and stay up in they lane
Cause if I catch you crossing roads that oven won't be tamed
It's like it's a thunderstorm the way these guns keep banging
My gun called a heart stopper that's what I nicknamed it
If you don't feel right about me you Betta change it cause I don't let niggas get by by being angry
If you don't feel right about me you Betta change it cause I don't let niggas get by by being angry
I took losses like a boss
Loosing you don't scare me
Won't catch me without designer always rocking mike amiri




I can hold my own weight strong like Larry
You rap about triggers but we know that you scary

Overall Meaning

In "Boss," Dre raps about living life as a boss, celebrating his wealth and success, and encouraging his listeners to do the same. The chorus sets the tone for the song, instructing listeners to run, chill, and floss how they want, emphasizing the freedom and autonomy that comes with being a boss. Dre references his own success and compares himself to other bosses in his verses, showcasing his expensive car, jewelry, and lifestyle. He also highlights the work that goes into achieving boss status, rapping about being on a mission for success and outsmarting the competition. Overall, the song celebrates wealth, power, and independence, encouraging listeners to pursue their dreams and live life like a boss.


One interesting fact about "Boss" is that it features production by Dr. Dre and Che Vicious, with additional production by Mike WiLL Made-It. The song was released on Dre's album "Compton" in 2015, which was his first solo album in 16 years. The album received critical acclaim and debuted at number 2 on the Billboard 200 chart. Another interesting fact is that Dre initially intended for the album to be the soundtrack for the N.W.A biopic "Straight Outta Compton," but it ultimately became his own album. The song was also featured in the film "Creed II" in 2018.


Additionally, "Boss" samples the song "La Di Da Di" by Slick Rick and Doug E. Fresh, specifically the "la la la" hook that is repeated throughout the song. This sample adds a nostalgic element to the song, referencing a classic hip hop track while also updating it for a modern audience. "Boss" also features a nod to Rick Ross in the chorus, with Dre repeating his name and using it as a symbol for being a boss.


Chords: Unfortunately no information about the chords used in the song is available.


Line by Line Meaning

Run how you want, boss
You have the freedom to run things as you see fit, boss


Chill how you want, boss
You have the ability to relax and unwind in any way you like, boss


Floss how you want, boss
You can show off your wealth in any manner that pleases you, boss


Do whatcha like
You have the ability to do whatever makes you happy


Go rock your chain, boss
Feel free to wear your expensive jewelry, boss


Pour that champagne, boss
You can drink your expensive champagne without any hesitation, boss


Keep getting paid, boss
Continuously make money in your chosen profession or field, boss


Ross, la la, la la, la la
This is a reference to rapper Rick Ross, boss


As I'm poppin' my collar, black on black antique impala
I'm looking fly in my black antique car with my popped collar, boss


She ain't gotta speak 'cause my speakers let her know that I'm ballin
She can tell I'm rich from my expensive sound system, boss


They call me the boss, I be calling the shots
People refer to me as the boss because I'm in charge, boss


It's Ricky Ross, that boy be ballin a lot
This is another reference to rapper Rick Ross, and how he's always living a wealthy lifestyle, boss


That boy be ridin' big, that boy be ridin' rim's
Rick Ross has large and expensive rims on his car, boss


Not the flats but the fish 'cause they just swim
He's not riding on basic rims, but rather rims that move and seem to swim, boss


New York to the west, you a boss if you fresh
It doesn't matter which coast you're on, if you're fresh and stylish, you're a boss, boss


Scuff your shoes, wipe em down
Take care of your shoes and keep them looking sharp, boss


Now get back on your two step
Get back to dancing in your chosen way, boss


Stunting is boss
Showing off your wealth and success is what being a boss is all about, boss


Shining is boss
Being the center of attention and having a flashy lifestyle is what being a boss is all about, boss


Grand daddy kush, or the purt, yellow diamonds is boss
Having the best of everything, including weed and jewelry, is what being a boss is all about, boss


That dime a boss, She fine as a house
A beautiful woman who is worth a lot of money is considered a boss, boss


And she driving a porche, She designed for a boss
Driving a Porsche is another sign of being wealthy and successful, and therefore a boss, boss


I'm ridin' big, I'm hoping lanes
My car is large and I'm driving in style, boss


My chevy thang, Got this chickens all insane
His Chevy is impressive and it's making women go crazy, boss


Look at my stones tap dancing on the bezzle
His diamonds are shining and sparkling on his watch, boss


Bad baby at the rollie, lap dancing and wanna kiss me
A beautiful woman is dancing on his Rolex watch and wants to kiss him, boss


Oh no, 'cause of my chain
Women want him because of his expensive chains, boss


'cause of my bling like a peacock standing on my ring
His flashy jewelry is noticeable and impressive, boss


'cause I'm a boss, I'm a spend it
He can afford to spend his money because he's a boss, boss


I'm a floss, I'm a winner
He's always showing off his money and living a successful life, boss


You the loss, all these niggas
Those who don't have money or success are the losers, boss


Sprinkle soft 'cause I'm the pepper and the salt
He adds admiration wherever he goes, boss


Whatcha feel, whatcha like
Whatever you like or feel comfortable with, boss


Whatcha want, what's your type
You can have whatever you want or the type of people you prefer, boss


I done seen it, done it twice, bought it up the same night
He's done and seen everything, and can afford to buy it without a second thought, boss


'cause I'm a boss, its Ricky Ross
This is another reference to Rick Ross, boss


If you buy, if you spend it, fuck the cost
He can buy and spend whatever he wants, regardless of the price, boss


You's a boss, You a boss
You're also a boss, boss


Before the block got whipped
Before he became wealthy and successful, boss


And they Pistol got ripped
Before guns became popular, boss


Before you got any chips
Before he had any money, boss


You got permission from the boss
He had to listen to and get approval from the person who was in charge, boss


On a mission for the charts, out-smart my competition
He's focused on being successful and outsmarting his competitors, boss


Composition so sharp, so dark ,so vivid
His music is intense and powerful, boss


26's on the old school
Putting large rims on an old car, boss


Pro tools session
Recording music in a professional manner, boss


Got the old school ho's
He has older women who admire him, boss


Acting brand new sweating
They act shy and nervous around him, boss


Brand new tennis chain, fancy pockets on my jeans
He has expensive clothes and jewelry, boss


Headed for the walk dude, fore' they win him on the stage
He's walking confidently towards his success, boss


Two a day, super pay
He's making a lot of money, boss


Stupid brain from a model
Beautiful women are distracting him from his success, boss


Triple see a hundred deep
He's made a lot of money and is surrounded by people who want to be around him, boss


And everybody got a bottle
Everyone is drinking and having a good time, boss


Got a bottle full of purp
He has a lot of expensive weed, boss


Full of work, no leachin'
He's only interested in people who work hard, boss


Blew 50 last weekend, if you looking for a reason
He spent a lot of money recently, and if you want to know why, there's no particular reason, boss


I'm the boss
He's in charge and successful, making him the boss, boss




Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Ernest Green

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