Top of the World
Eightball & M.J.G. Lyrics

Hey MJG
Start of the song and addressing MJG specifically.

MJG and that nigga 8Ball
Identifying the two rappers as collaborators.

On top of the world
Feeling successful and on a high.

Uh, Let me drop it on the one
Introducing a new section of the song with a count-in.

It's the fat mac dope
Describing oneself as a skilled and confident rapper.

Like an 8Ball, that's why
Comparing oneself to the shape and smoothness of an 8ball.

People call me that
Confirming that people do call the rapper 8Ball.

Some used to call me Mr. Big
Sharing a previous nickname that the rapper had.

But I had to flip
Choosing to change and evolve as an artist.

Now they call me Mr. Ruffle
Revealing a new nickname that the rapper has earned.

Cuz I'm all about my chips
Explaining that the rapper is focused on making money.

Matter 'fact you need a jack-
Asserting that the rapper's value is so high that it would take a specialized tool to dig him.

Hammer just to dig me
Finishing the previous line's thought.

Orange juice and DT people playa tipsy
Possibly referencing a local drink or bar location.

It only seems like yesterday thinking back
Reflecting on how quickly the rapper's career has progressed.

I had to work a job and hustle just to keep sack
Recalling past struggles that the rapper had to overcome.

Stuck in Orange Mound, ten toes down
Acknowledging the rapper's hometown and loyalty to it.

Nowhere to go but up
Feeling optimistic about the future.

I'm underground I'm so down
Being part of the underground rap scene and feeling connected to it.

But God bless me with this gift of poetry
Seeing rapping as a gift from a higher power.

So with this CD the world could see what I see
Hoping to share their vision with a wider audience.

Came hard for them bustas on the outside looking in
Showing off the rappers' hard work and struggle to gain success.

Made man is with some paper and a pens and
Stating that making good music is all that is needed to be a respected rapper.

Did it again, For all of ya'll
Celebrating their success and giving thanks to their fans.

Keep that animosity that you got against me off your chest
Warning rivals not to come at them.

Cuz you can't bring me down even if you tried your best
Feeling untouchable even in the face of criticism.

I guess is what I gotsta do
Accepting that some people are not supportive.

Separate myself from the bustas hang tight with my own crew
Choosing to surround themselves with supportive people.

Some people hate to see me make
Recognizing that some people are jealous of their success.

And any opportunity they get where they can hurt me they go'n take
Acknowledging that rivals may try to sabotage their career.

I hate it, but 'too late n it get's rougher
Expressing frustration about the difficulties of making it as a rapper.

My chrome plated thang blew your cover in the gutter
Referencing a gun and hinting at violent retaliation to enemies.

Of the brothers who don't know me well
Addressing those who may not know the rapper well.

Claim that they do and persistence turn a lie into the truth ain't no use
Calling out people who pretend to be close with the rapper but are not.

First of all I believe in God
Stating one's faith as a foundation.

I'm coming out hard and I can finish anything you can start cross your heart
Believing in one's ability to take on any challenge.

As I keep a tight grip on my chrome
Repeating the gun reference from earlier in the song.

Cuz when I ain't at home it's gonna let me know that I ain't alone, I'm gone
Feeling that the gun is a symbol of protection and safety.

Mentally speaking, MJG, on top of the world thousands of pearls is all that I can see
Feeling confident and successful and seeing the beauty in all that surrounds him.

I've seen so much from coast to coast and state to state
Reflecting on all the places the rapper has been.

Birds slanging ballas is the fakest of the fake
Calling out people who are fake or phony in the rap industry.

Getting paid, getting played, getting sprayed in the streets
Referencing the risks and dangers of being a successful rapper.

While me and MJG getting paid freaking beats
Boasting about the rapper's musical talent and success.

Were versatile south style rap ability
Asserting that the southern style of rap, which influences the rapper's music, is versatile and adaptable.

I had to catch a plane that took me far from my community
Hinting at leaving one's roots behind in order to pursue success.

Made alot of cheese, people say I changed
Acknowledging that success can change a person.

But if you thinking this you never knew me from the gate man
Challenging anyone who thinks they know the rapper well enough to judge them.

Much respect to young G's on the streets banging
Giving a shoutout to young gangsters in the community.

And all my niggas who survive day to day swinging
Showing love for friends and associates who are able to survive despite difficult circumstances.

And Ill keep serving all my doh vocally
Promising to continue making music.

Cuz its survival of the fittest, mentally
Recognizing that the music industry is cutthroat and survival is only possible with a strong mindset.

I've seen alot of luxuries, fine cars, movie stars, social bars, many women, fake friends in my face, nine ten
Listing off the many things the rapper has experienced and been exposed to.

Even though I stack don't stand down on my income
Acknowledging the importance of not becoming complacent despite making money.

I never would forget about the streets that I come from
Remaining loyal to one's roots and community.

The drugs, the violence, not one day of silence
Recognizing the challenges and issues that impact one's community.

The robbing, the shooting, mothas prostitutin'
Listing off the negative aspects of the community that the rapper comes from.

The Mound is my home, the hood im around
Showing pride in one's hometown and the community.

But if you jack me your whole families going down
Issuing a warning to anyone who would try to harm them.

Your motha, your daddy, your aunty, your cousins, they all going out by the whole dirty dozen
Threatening to retaliate with violence.

M, JG, music in the streets scholar, on top of the world tryin to make a dollar
Boasting about being musically talented and successful, while also striving to make more money.