Hold me
Eminem/Obie Trice/50 Cent Lyrics


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I promise to keep you close to me
You give me a sense of security
Through drama you will be all I need
Straight up now, I need you to hold me down, hold me down
I need you to hold me down, hold me down
I need you to hold me down

Through every altercation
I put no one above you, mm-mm I love you
They shook up when we jux 'em, you see how they be looking
It's frightening like lightning, you crack off, they start booking
It's beef until I get out in broad day with my shit out
That's when they say I'm illing and when she get to killing
Now my baby she precious, I warn you not to test us
I aim her at your head, nigga, motherfuck the vests
I'm antisocial, quit acting like you know me
Before I go postal, you know I got her on me
I'm riding with her on cocked, Audi R8 drop
Feel the wind blow, twist the indo, smoke it up, it's fundamental
You can't get to her, poke 'em up when we get intimate
That's when I get into shit
She 32 I'm 34, I fuck her raw
She revolve 6 times then I feed her more

I promise to keep you close to me
You give me a sense of security
Through drama you will be all I need
Straight up now, I need you to hold me down, hold me down
I need you to hold me down, hold me down
I need you to hold me down

When niggas get to tripping
I need you by my side, yeah, so they can't catch me slipping
I take you out shopping, get you clean, get it popping
Use my finger, get ya hot, girl, I know your spot, yeah
I love you if you love me back, you never jam when I react
To sucker shit when they get hit and we take off If you get tossed
I'll be back, I want you so I'll be back
I'll never change, I be the same, a nigga stunt, I let it rain
I'm off the chain, I'm all in, mane
I'll hit you up, you think I'm playing, I be strapped
Go 'head fuck around, I be strapped
24/7 I'm back holding, mistake me for a chump
Bite off more than you can chew, more beef than you want
Come through repeatedly, show you what bananas about
I'm a mechanic, find out when the hammers come out

I promise to keep you close to me
You give me a sense of security
Through drama you will be all I need
Straight up now, I need you to hold me down, hold me down




I need you to hold me down, hold me down
I need you to hold me down

Overall Meaning

The song "Hold Me" by Eminem, Obie Trice, and 50 Cent is a rap about the need for loyalty and protection in the face of danger. The lyrics describe a relationship between the rapper and a gun, which is referred to with feminine pronouns and described as a source of comfort and security. The rapper asserts that he trusts the gun more than anyone else and relies on it to keep him safe during confrontations, even going so far as to say that he loves it.


Throughout the song, the gun is portrayed as a fearsome and deadly weapon, capable of inspiring terror in anyone who sees it. The lyrics suggest that the gun is a crucial tool in the rapper's life, and that he could not survive without it. Despite the violent imagery in the song, however, there is an underlying message about the importance of loyalty and trust in any relationship.


Overall, "Hold Me" is a powerful and thought-provoking song, which speaks to the struggles and fears of people living in high-risk environments. It is a vivid depiction of the importance of loyalty and protection in such contexts, and a reminder that even in the darkest situations, people can find comfort and strength in their relationships with others.


Line by Line Meaning

I promise to keep you close to me
I assure you that I will keep you near me at all times


You give me a sense of security
Your presence makes me feel safe and protected


Through drama you will be all I need
When things get chaotic and difficult, I know I can rely on you completely


Straight up now, I need you to hold me down, hold me down
Honestly, I need you to support me and help me stay grounded


Through every altercation
No matter the conflict, you are always there


I put no one above you, mm-mm I love you
You are the most important person to me, I love you deeply


They shook up when we jux 'em, you see how they be looking
Our enemies are intimidated when we outsmart them, you can see the fear in their eyes


It's frightening like lightning, you crack off, they start booking
When you make a move, people scatter in fear like lightning struck


It's beef until I get out in broad day with my shit out
Our problems won't be solved until I confront them head-on and show my power


That's when they say I'm illing and when she get to killing
People criticize me for being aggressive, but they don't know what you're capable of when provoked


Now my baby she precious, I warn you not to test us
You are my precious partner, and I advise others not to test our strength


I aim her at your head, nigga, motherfuck the vests
I will use you to inflict harm on those who challenge us, even if they are wearing protective gear


I'm antisocial, quit acting like you know me
I prefer to avoid social situations, so don't act like you understand me completely


Before I go postal, you know I got her on me
Before I lose control and become excessively violent, you know I have you by my side


I'm riding with her on cocked, Audi R8 drop
I am cruising around in my Audi R8 with you at the ready, fully prepared for any situation


Feel the wind blow, twist the indo, smoke it up, it's fundamental
We are enjoying a leisurely drive, smoking weed, and appreciating the simple things in life


You can't get to her, poke 'em up when we get intimate
Others can't harm you when we are together, and we become even more dangerous when we are intimate


That's when I get into shit
Our intimacy often leads to me getting into trouble


She 32 I'm 34, I fuck her raw
You are 32 years old and I am 34, and we have unprotected sex


She revolve 6 times then I feed her more
You consume six bullets before I reload and continue firing


When niggas get to tripping
When others start causing trouble


I need you by my side, yeah, so they can't catch me slipping
I need you with me so I don't make any mistakes and get caught off guard


I take you out shopping, get you clean, get it popping
I treat you well, taking you shopping and making sure you're always ready for action


Use my finger, get ya hot, girl, I know your spot, yeah
I know how to turn you on and arouse you


I love you if you love me back, you never jam when I react
I love you, but only if you are equally devoted to me and never fail to support me


To sucker shit when they get hit and we take off If you get tossed
We hit back hard when others try to take advantage of us, and we will quickly flee if necessary


I'll be back, I want you so I'll be back
I will always return to you, because I need you by my side


I'll never change, I be the same, a nigga stunt, I let it rain
I won't change my ways, I will always be a show-off, and I will let my wealth be on full display


I'm off the chain, I'm all in, mane
I am wild and uncontrolled, fully committed to my lifestyle


I'll hit you up, you think I'm playing, I be strapped
I will contact you and let you know when I am serious, and I will also be armed


Go 'head fuck around, I be strapped
If anyone wants to mess with me, I am ready to handle them, and I am not afraid to use my weapon


24/7 I'm back holding, mistake me for a chump
I am always armed and ready, don't underestimate me


Bite off more than you can chew, more beef than you want
Don't start a fight you can't finish, because I will bring even more trouble


Come through repeatedly, show you what bananas about
I will keep returning, proving my strength and revealing what true violence is


I'm a mechanic, find out when the hammers come out
I am skilled at using guns and will demonstrate it if necessary


I promise to keep you close to me
Once again, I swear to always keep you by my side


You give me a sense of security
You are my source of safety and peace of mind


Through drama you will be all I need
No matter how difficult things get, you will always be enough to help me through it


Straight up now, I need you to hold me down, hold me down
Honestly, I need you to support me and hold me steady


I need you to hold me down, hold me down
Once again, I need you to be there for me and keep me grounded


I need you to hold me down
One more time, I need your unyielding support and presence to keep me safe and in control




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: FAIN ALESSANDRO, LIBERO GIUSEPPE BOVOLENTA, STEFANO MAZZACANI

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Comments from YouTube:

@WarLeaker

Dope

@Kafkaesque3

This beat alone screams the 2001-2004 era of hip hop. Brilliant tune

@tyrequekachara8092

2001-02*

@JamesChessman

I love the track but I don’t think it sounds like any specific time period. The track is one of a kind.

@lastone032085

Sounds like 2003

@billyndolo4348

Great times.

@MnyMar

Naw fr

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@JayZPimpin101

Listening to this about 14 yrs old on a mp3 player on the bus ride home, playing gta games once I got home, them was the days.

@weirdnameballgame3665

"Those were"

@strengthbeyondstrength9301

+Weird name Ball game

I don't think JayZPimpin101 was learning anything useful in school. What a fucking mess!

"I remember listening to this song when I was just 14 years old! I would play it regularly through my MP3 player on the bus ride home after school. When I got home I would play GTA games. I loved my life back then. Those were the days."

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