Third Avenue
Fredo Lyrics


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Aw, shit
Aight, Mini
Gon' let this one breathe, for real
Let this one just talk to them
Receive them, you feel me?
Happy birthday Amro
Never forgotten
Love you, my nigga
Rest in peace all the fallen soldiers
Free all my day ones
Fuck the rest of them

Yeah, when I was just a teen (Teen)
I swear money was just a dream (Dream)
I been runnin' on the street
Since a young one, with the team
I stopped goin' school early
Just to go home late
When you're livin' in the trap house
No, you don't go home safe (Never)
Yeah, it was me and Billy 15
We was sleepin' in blocks (Damn)
Man had them cheeks full of rocks
Man, feds just took C off the block (Facts)
Next time I'll see him's visitin' the box
Street niggas know the feelin' is odd
But we'll just leave it to God
Honestly, all them robberies
From Queensway to Kensal Green, I gotta eat
Shit, we did them properly (For real)
I had ten when I was seventeen
Yeah, the whole hood remembers me
At nineteen, bought my press machine
And since then, I been very clean
I seen niggas come and go
In these streets 'cause they weren't built for this
My niggas been away for years
You know I still visit
'Cause I can feel your pain, bro
We came up from the same roads
Now I'm livin', doin' stage shows
While you're locked up in the same clothes
That makes me feel shit sometimes
I know I gotta live my life
You know I'll never switch, my guy
Need anything, just hit my line
I'm from the zone, no switchin' sides
Drippy chains, drippy knives
I never asked to live this life
So fuck if I ain't livin' right

I'm on Third Avenue
You know I came up on the Third Ave
Where niggas gettin' burst at
That's where I shot my first pack
I'm on Third Avenue
You know we're doin' what we have to do
Got coke up on the avenue
No joke up on the avenue
I'm on Third Avenue
You know I came up on the Third Ave
Where niggas gettin' burst at
That's where I shot my first pack
I'm on Third Avenue
You know we're doin' what we have to do
Got coke up on the avenue
No joke up on the avenue

I still remember when the gun jammed
But Savvy had his shank on him
Them yutes crashed, my niggas hopped out
We still dampened them
Remember Gooby got nicked
And we thought he was rattin'?
Remember the first time I ever done a shootin' with Ratlin
The first time I poked sun'tin up
I can't lie, it was a neeky youth
But he was in Grove
So I felt like I just needed to
Gdotz used to ride his bike on wheelie, fool
Now I gotta go to cemeteries just to speak to you
Can't believe it's you
Robbin' phones for a day with Melo
Tryna get cheddar, right
Shotguns with Melo
We were slidin' on them pedal bikes
Tryna show these opps what pellets like
Mommy said she's terrified
Hurt her mind every night
Chasin' opps for exercise
In this booth I've never lied
You niggas do it every time
It's Gucci for my sweater sign
It's happenin', I never tried
All my cells are tellin' me I'm blowin' up (Facts)
But I be tellin' them I still got it for the low now
You know how

I'm on Third Avenue
You know I came up on the Third Ave
Where niggas gettin' burst at
That's where I shot my first pack
I'm on Third Avenue
You know we're doin' what we have to do
Got coke up on the avenue
No joke up on the avenue
I'm on Third Avenue
You know I came up on the Third Ave
Where niggas gettin' burst at
That's where I shot my first pack
I'm on Third Avenue
You know we're doin' what we have to do




Got coke up on the avenue
No joke up on the avenue

Overall Meaning

In Fredo's song "Third Avenue," he reflects on his upbringing and experiences in the streets. The lyrics depict a sense of nostalgia and appreciation for his roots while acknowledging the struggles and sacrifices that come with living in a rough environment.


The song begins with Fredo paying tribute to his friend Amro on his birthday and expressing his love for him. He then mentions fallen soldiers and his loyalty to his day ones, dismissing anyone else who doesn't belong to his circle.


Fredo reminisces about his teenage years, where money was merely a dream and he was involved in street activities with his crew. He describes how he prioritized the streets over school, risking his safety while living in a trap house. He highlights the challenges and dangers he faced, such as Billy, a friend he slept beside in the blocks, having a cheek full of rocks (presumably referencing drug dealing). He mentions incidents involving the police taking someone named C off the block and visiting him in jail.


Fredo's lyrics also showcase his growth and success. He references his press machine, a tool used for printing money, which he purchased at the age of nineteen. He acknowledges that some friends have come and gone, unable to handle the street life. Despite his success, Fredo remains empathetic towards his incarcerated friends, feeling their pain and visiting them regularly. He expresses his loyalty and commitment to his roots, emphasizing that he will never switch sides.


The chorus, "I'm on Third Avenue," refers to the location where Fredo came up and experienced his early street activities. It represents his connection to his neighborhood and the struggles associated with it. He talks about doing what he has to do and dealing with the realities of drug dealing on the avenue.


Overall, "Third Avenue" serves as a reflection on Fredo's journey, the experiences that shaped him, and his commitment to remaining true to his roots.


Line by Line Meaning

Aw, shit
Expressing dismay or frustration.


Aight, Mini
Acknowledging someone named Mini.


Gon' let this one breathe, for real
Giving space and allowing the song to have its own impact.


Let this one just talk to them
Allowing the lyrics to speak to the listeners.


Receive them, you feel me?
Asking the listeners to accept and understand the message.


Happy birthday Amro
Wishing Amro a happy birthday.


Never forgotten
Ensuring that Amro's memory is always cherished.


Love you, my nigga
Expressing love and connection to a friend.


Rest in peace all the fallen soldiers
Honoring and commemorating those who have passed away.


Free all my day ones
Desiring freedom and success for long-time friends and companions.


Fuck the rest of them
Disregarding and dismissing those who are not genuine or loyal.


Yeah, when I was just a teen (Teen)
Reflecting on a younger age.


I swear money was just a dream (Dream)
Believing that having money seemed impossible in the past.


I been runnin' on the street
Being involved in street activities and hustling.


Since a young one, with the team
Being part of a group or crew from a young age.


I stopped goin' school early
Choosing to leave school at a young age.


Just to go home late
Returning home late due to being occupied elsewhere.


When you're livin' in the trap house
Referring to a place involved in illegal activities, such as drug dealing.


No, you don't go home safe (Never)
Implying that living in such a risky environment presents threats and dangers.


Yeah, it was me and Billy 15
Referring to a person named Billy and their shared experiences at the age of 15.


We was sleepin' in blocks (Damn)
Sleeping in crowded and confined spaces.


Man had them cheeks full of rocks
Carrying drugs in one's mouth.


Man, feds just took C off the block (Facts)
Law enforcement arrested or detained a person named C.


Next time I'll see him's visitin' the box
Expecting to meet C in a prison cell.


Street niggas know the feelin' is odd
People involved in street life understand the strange emotions and situations that arise.


But we'll just leave it to God
Choosing to trust divine intervention or fate.


Honestly, all them robberies
Admitting to being involved in numerous robberies.


From Queensway to Kensal Green, I gotta eat
Referencing specific locations and expressing the need to survive.


Shit, we did them properly (For real)
Proudly claiming that their actions were executed effectively.


I had ten when I was seventeen
Possessing a significant amount of something at a young age.


Yeah, the whole hood remembers me
Being well-known and recognized by the entire neighborhood.


At nineteen, bought my press machine
Investing in equipment for their business or personal use at the age of nineteen.


And since then, I been very clean
Maintaining a clean and successful reputation since acquiring the press machine.


I seen niggas come and go
Witnessing people entering and leaving their life or the streets.


In these streets 'cause they weren't built for this
Recognizing that some individuals are not suited for street life.


My niggas been away for years
Referring to close friends who have been incarcerated for a long time.


You know I still visit
Continuing to support and visit incarcerated friends.


'Cause I can feel your pain, bro
Understanding and empathizing with their friends' suffering.


We came up from the same roads
Having similar upbringings and experiences on the streets.


Now I'm livin', doin' stage shows
Enjoying a successful career performing on stage.


While you're locked up in the same clothes
Contrasting the artist's current glamorous lifestyle with their friend's confinement and limited wardrobe.


That makes me feel shit sometimes
Admitting that the situation can sometimes make them feel sad or guilty.


I know I gotta live my life
Understanding the importance of living one's own life to the fullest.


You know I'll never switch, my guy
Assuring their friend that they will always remain loyal and true.


Need anything, just hit my line
Offering support and assistance by urging their friend to reach out.


I'm from the zone, no switchin' sides
Stating their allegiance to their neighborhood and refusing to change sides.


Drippy chains, drippy knives
Referring to their fashionable accessories and weapons.


I never asked to live this life
Admitting that they did not consciously choose this lifestyle.


So fuck if I ain't livin' right
Disregarding judgment or criticism about the singer's way of living.


I'm on Third Avenue
Being present or active on Third Avenue.


You know I came up on the Third Ave
Growing up and finding success on Third Avenue.


Where niggas gettin' burst at
Referencing incidents of violence occurring on Third Avenue.


That's where I shot my first pack
Recounting the artist's first drug deal on Third Avenue.


You know we're doin' what we have to do
Justifying their actions as necessary for survival.


Got coke up on the avenue
Having drugs available for sale on the avenue.


No joke up on the avenue
Asserting the seriousness and dangers present on the avenue.


I still remember when the gun jammed
Recalling a specific instance when a gun malfunctioned.


But Savvy had his shank on him
Another person named Savvy had a weapon on them.


Them yutes crashed, my niggas hopped out
Referring to a group of people who were involved in a car accident, while the singer's friends quickly exited the vehicle.


We still dampened them
Despite the car accident, the artist and their friends were still able to overpower or defeat the opposing group.


Remember Gooby got nicked
Recalling an event when someone named Gooby was arrested.


And we thought he was rattin'?
Suspecting that Gooby might have been providing information to the authorities.


Remember the first time I ever done a shootin' with Ratlin
Recounting the first time the singer engaged in a violent act with someone named Ratlin.


The first time I poked sun'tin up
Referring to the first time the artist stabbed someone.


I can't lie, it was a neeky youth
Admitting that the person they stabbed was not respected or considered tough.


But he was in Grove
Justifying their actions by stating that the person they stabbed was from a rival neighborhood.


So I felt like I just needed to
Explaining that their actions were motivated by a sense of duty or loyalty to their own neighborhood.


Gdotz used to ride his bike on wheelie, fool
Recalling how Gdotz would ride his bike on one wheel, showcasing his skills and confidence.


Now I gotta go to cemeteries just to speak to you
Expressing the sadness of visiting cemeteries to communicate with deceased friends.


Can't believe it's you
Expressing disbelief about the loss of their friends.


Robbin' phones for a day with Melo
Participating in phone thefts or robberies together with someone named Melo.


Tryna get cheddar, right
Working together to accumulate money or wealth.


Shotguns with Melo
Possessing and using shotguns in conjunction with someone named Melo.


We were slidin' on them pedal bikes
Utilizing bicycles as a means of transportation during criminal activities.


Tryna show these opps what pellets like
Intimidating or threatening their rivals with the use of ammunition.


Mommy said she's terrified
Acknowledging that their mother is afraid or concerned for their safety.


Hurt her mind every night
Causing their mother continuous worry or distress.


Chasin' opps for exercise
Engaging in activities that involve pursuing or confronting their rivals as a form of physical exertion or entertainment.


In this booth I've never lied
Asserting that while rapping or performing, they have always told the truth.


You niggas do it every time
Accusing others of being untruthful or dishonest.


It's Gucci for my sweater sign
Indicating that their clothing or fashion choices represent quality or wealth.


It's happenin', I never tried
Declaring that their success or current situation came naturally, without much effort.


All my cells are tellin' me I'm blowin' up (Facts)
Feeling a sense of personal growth or skyrocketing popularity.


But I be tellin' them I still got it for the low now
Informing others that they can still acquire their products or services at a reasonable price.


You know how
Assuming the listener understands the singer's way of doing things or operating.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Marvin Bailey, Nathan Troy Barnard, James Harris III, Herman Davis, Terry Lewis

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