Hailing from Gary, Indiana, a place whose murder and crime rates have ranked it several times at the top of the "Most Dangerous Cities" list, Freddie Gibbs is the true definition of a street survivor. Raised on Gary's east side, Gibbs lived the hard life firsthand in a run-down industrial community plagued with vice and ignored by the establishment. After playing at Ball State on a football scholarship, Gibbs was kicked out of college. Over the next few years he went through court-ordered boot camp, joined and got discharged from the military, and held down a series of 9 to 5 jobs without success. Feeling like the system had failed him, Gibbs turned to hustling; pimping and selling crack out of a local house. Inspired by rappers like UGK, The Geto Boys, and 2Pac, Gibbs started rhyming about his life and the issues facing urban youth in Gary and the countless other impoverished cities just like it. Gibbs is the first rapper signed to a major label from Gary.
The Steel City's most famous musical residents to date are the Jackson 5, whose name still adorns a marquee on a falling-apart theater in Gary's blighted downtown. His desire to rep the Midwest and his city led Gibbs to start recording mixtapes and pushing them online as well as the streets, where he quickly began garnering fans drawn to his original style, diverse flows, and deeply personal lyrics about his experience as a young black man growing up below the poverty line in a forgotten American city.
Freddie has worked with respected producers like Madlib, Red Spyda, Just Blaze, Buckwild, the Alchemist, Polow Da Don, and Collipark among many others. Gibbs cites Houston rap and Pac as his major influences, and it shows in his ability to alternate between chillingly tense street stories of violence and laid back comedic tales about women and weed. Ultimately Gibbs shows and proves with his rhymes, which demonstrate the promise of a legend in the making. His skills, wit, and street credibility establish Freddie Gibbs as a true artist. He's ready to represent for Gary, the Midwest, and anyone who relates to the struggle of inner city life. As Gibbs tells it: "My music is definitely on some gangsta shit. That's what I was raised on and what I witnessed. How can I speak on anything else?" "Become a fan now, or become one later."
Phone Lit
Freddie Gibbs Lyrics
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Got my, got my lit
Got my phone lit
Got my phone lit
Got my phone lit
Got my, got my, lit
Yeah
Got my phone lit
Got my phone lit
Yeah
Got my phone lit
Yeah, yeah
Got my, got my, lit
Yeah
Got my phone lit
Yeah, yeah
Got my phone lit
Yeah
Got my phone lit
Yeah, yeah
Give it to me one time
Once I put it down, girl, I bet you'll love me long time
Tickets on my phone line
We gon' break it down, middle finger to the one time
Tickets on my phone line
We gon' break it down, middle finger to 'em one time
Give it to me one time
Once I put it down, girl, I bet you'll love me long time
Got my phone lit
Fuckin' up the town, got my phone lit
Got my phone lit
I done touched down, got my phone lit
Got my phone lit
Fuckin' up the town, got my phone lit
Got my phone lit
I done touched down, got my phone lit
I can hear the stripper
Once I give her to my niggas, my feelings'll make her bitter
Type of bitch that makes average niggas change up their livin'
Trickin', 'bout to run up the credit, max out the limit
Coke and marijuana, that molly I'm out here with it
Plus my Maserati that new edition, that Michael Bivins
Diamonds, diamonds, coppin', I profit on opposition
And my Maserati that new edition, that Michael Bivins, yeah
Give it to me one time
Once I put it down, girl, I bet you'll love me long time
Tickets on my phone line
We gon' break it down, middle finger to 'em one time
Tickets on my phone line
We gon' break it down, middle finger to the one time
Give it to me one time
Once I put it down, girl, I bet you'll love me long time
Got my phone lit
Fuckin' up the town, got my phone lit
Got my phone lit
I done touched down, got my phone lit
Got my phone lit
Fuckin' up the town, got my phone lit
Got my phone lit
I done touched down, got my phone lit
Yeah, they say the real niggas never die
I swear my niggas would do bids to spot a nigga dead
I went by baby G80 three, it was candy red
I put that there my mama, I can get you ahead
I put that there on my mama, streets'll never forget you
Them niggas basic, to hit you, boy, they was soft as tissue
Rolled up with so many choppas lookin' like a militia
Chopper go pop, ain't no snitches, my niggas know the business
Yeah, she know the business and that pussy hit me like wow
Stuck in the cell, I wish I had that pussy right now
I like to see it, I don't need it with the lights down
Your nigga trippin', tell that pussy nigga pipe down
Sellin' yola, heads or tails, sold it like Bobby Brown
Maserati Michael Bivins, nigga, that new edition
Pray my baby never end up payin' for my decisions
Treat addiction is you ain't used to my type of livin'
Give it to me one time
Once I put it down, girl, I bet you'll love me long time
Tickets on my phone line
We gon' break it down, middle finger to 'em one time
Tickets on my phone line
We gon' break it down, middle finger to the one time
Give it to me one time
Once I put it down, girl, I bet you'll love me long time
Got my phone lit
Fuckin' up the town, got my phone lit
Got my phone lit
I done touched down, got my phone lit
Got my phone lit
Fuckin' up the town, got my phone lit
Got my phone lit
I done touched down, got my phone lit
Got my phone lit
Fuckin' up the town, got my phone lit
Got my phone lit
I done touched down, got my phone lit
Rollin' up a blunt
You don't even, I thought you don't even smoke no more
Nah I smoke sometimes, I just don't, I don't drink
See I don't even know this person, 'cause when you was out of the
Country you was completely a sober person
The lyrics to Freddie Gibbs's song "Phone Lit" reflect the artist's portrayal of a lavish and indulgent lifestyle, intertwined with themes of power, wealth, and the pursuit of pleasure. The repeated refrain of "Got my phone lit" creates a sense of excitement and energy, suggesting that the singer is engaged in some form of communication or activity that is electrifying and addictive. This constant reference to the phone being lit could symbolize the constant stream of attention, notifications, and activity in the singer's life, portraying a fast-paced and vibrant existence.
The verses delve deeper into the singer's interactions and experiences, with mentions of phone calls, connections, and a disregard for authority ("middle finger to the one time"). The lyrics hint at a disregard for consequences and a focus on living in the moment, exemplified by lines like "Fuckin' up the town, got my phone lit" which suggest a rebellious and carefree attitude. The mention of a stripper and references to money, drugs, and material possessions further reinforce a hedonistic lifestyle characterized by excess and indulgence.
The imagery painted in the lyrics portrays a world of luxury and recklessness, with mentions of expensive cars, jewelry, and a disregard for societal norms. The references to Maseratis, diamonds, and illicit substances showcase a life of decadence and danger, with a sense of invincibility and defiance. The singer's experiences with women and the allure of pleasure are depicted as both alluring and destructive, emphasizing a cycle of indulgence and consequences.
The final verses introduce a tone of reflection and introspection, hinting at the consequences of the singer's choices and actions. There is a sense of disillusionment and longing for a simpler existence, as evidenced by lines like "Pray my baby never end up payin' for my decisions." The juxtaposition of hedonism and regret, along with references to incarceration and personal struggles, add depth to the narrative and suggest a more complex internal struggle within the singer. Overall, the lyrics of "Phone Lit" encapsulate a narrative of excess, pleasure, and consequences, painting a vivid picture of a life lived on the edge.
Line by Line Meaning
Hello?
Opening line of the song, indicating someone answering the phone.
Got my, got my lit
Feeling excited or energized.
Got my phone lit
Getting a lot of attention or notifications on the phone.
Give it to me one time
Asking for something to happen quickly.
Once I put it down, girl, I bet you'll love me long time
Believing that someone will have strong feelings for you.
Tickets on my phone line
People trying to reach or contact you.
We gon' break it down, middle finger to the one time
Ignoring authority or rules.
I can hear the stripper
Being able to attract people easily.
Type of bitch that makes average niggas change up their livin'
Influencing people to change their lifestyle or habits.
Pray my baby never end up payin' for my decisions
Hoping that your loved ones don't suffer because of your choices.
Got my phone lit
Being popular or in demand.
Rollin' up a blunt
Preparing to smoke marijuana.
See I don't even know this person, 'cause when you was out of the country you was completely a sober person
Not recognizing someone's behavior due to a change in circumstance.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BEN LAMBERT, FREDDIE GIBBS, LEON THOMAS, RYAN SUPERVILLE, SIDNEY MILLER
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