The first is:
The first is:
1. Leslie Edward Pridgen (born March 24, 1977), better known by his stage name Freeway, is an American rapper. Freeway a.k.a. Philly Freeway began rapping while in high school. He later met fellow rapper Beanie Sigel, who would be signed to Roc-A-Fella and later help Freeway get a contract with the record label. Freeway became one of the label's most visible artists after making his first appearance on The Dynasty: Roc La Familia in 2000 and appearing on several other Roc releases before putting out his solo album, Philadelphia Freeway.
The album was produced primarily by Roc-A-Fella-affiliated artists--Just Blaze, Bink!, Kanye West--and featured mostly Roc-A-Fella rappers as well, many of them from State Property: a Philadelphia-based bunch of Roc members that Freeway and Beanie Sigel had compiled into a group. The album's biggest hit was What We Do, produced by Just Blaze and featuring Jay-Z & Beanie Sigel.
After relations between Beanie Sigel and State Property soured, whether he and Freeway are still friends is unclear. Though Beanie had said he didn't know if he'd work with State Property again, he was present at Jay-Z's I Declare War concert alongside Freeway.
The second is:
2. Freeway are a classic British rock covers band based in York. A five piece playing primarily twin guitar rock music from the classic rock era of the 70s and 80s.
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3. A 3-piece blues rock band from Australia
Numbers
Freeway Lyrics
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20 bottles of spade, 10 pin, 10 go,
Ben franlkin bank hoe,
Backstroking on new hoes, you know
Dropped the olds and got new clothes
Now check a boy my calla, same thing with my lenses
I like mgm and my benzes, and meek shit my women
She don't speak in no English, and she don't eat pork
I'm throwing rocks at the wall, so everyday I ball
You understand that language, when you out there slanging
When you're taking them trips, looking over your shoulder
I just run back a dub, stash box in the wall, let's work
Numbers low, numbers high,
Ain't nobody fucking got it and you wonder why
Numbers high, numbers low
If the chicken right, then hurry up and get it oh
Lado, blow numbers, mathematician, we know numbers
We got range rove numbers, spend that get more numbers
Been here 14 winters, will be here 10 more summers
My watch shine, my piece flooded
My money right, it keep coming
Uno, dos, tres, quatro, ishi, ni, sun, chi, one, two, three to the fizor
Whole bricks we flip dali, we get numbers in different languages
It's mac 10's, mac 11's, take 9's my click is dangerous
House shit, no super vision, rock true religions,
Don't fuck with ringlet, let's move piles
Don't fucking play with the same guys
No bow ties, just black guys, with 45's
You dare with them, you fucking lay with them
We are for sure though, y'all haters are counterfeit
Everyday we calculate, yes we doing calculus
Make y'all haters run, just to show y'all deuces who's house this is
Hustle when we make it count, y'all hustle don't count for shit
Numbers low, numbers high,
Ain't nobody fucking got it and you wonder why
Numbers high, numbers low
If the chicken right, then hurry up and get it oh
Lado, blow numbers, mathematician, we know numbers
We got range rove numbers, spend that get more numbers
Been here 14 winters, will be here 10 more summers
My watch shine, my piece flooded
My money right, it keep coming
Let me phone posits, coole site
Where them pennies once them bitches hurt my feet
If the lime from the dime, I might take a week
And I can fill a fucking duffle bag in my sleep
I'm getting it, I'm spending it, purple label shit limited
Dropping 9's, bringing back a dozen
Nigga that's 3 hard extra onions
I take a 7 out, and put the 7 in
I drop the fish scale, and watch you still swimming
Shit backstrocking, it's breast stroking
Turn ex smokers to new smokers
The shit raw, fiends smell it, they come soon as that pack open
I cook it soon as that brick open
They pay me soon as they shift over
I bag it up, drop it off, jump in the whip and I'm back floating
My younging, clap off, and they stay getting that tax off
Always, banging, no home training at all
Mid lie, winners lie, but numbers don't so don't act hard
I will have 30 niggas on your front porch, back yard
Numbers low, numbers high,
Ain't nobody fucking got it and you wonder why
Numbers high, numbers low
If the chicken right, then hurry up and get it oh
Lado, blow numbers, mathematician, we know numbers
We got range rove numbers, spend that get more numbers
Been here 14 winters, will be here 10 more summers
My watch shine, my piece flooded
My money right, it keep coming.
In "Numbers," Freeway talks about his success by referencing the drug game and the importance of numbers. He brags about making a lot of money and mentions partying with expensive champagne and women. He also talks about the dangers of the drug game, referencing the need to look over his shoulder and stash his money in a wall. The chorus emphasizes the importance of numbers, both in drug dealing and in life. Freeway suggests that if you want to succeed, you need to focus on the numbers and make them work for you.
One interesting fact about the song is that it was produced by Jake One, who has worked with many other rappers including 50 Cent and De La Soul. Another interesting fact is that the song was featured on the soundtrack for the video game Need for Speed: Carbon. Additionally, this song was part of Freeway's debut studio album "Philadelphia Freeway" which was released in 2003. Freeway was also once signed to Jay-Z's record label Roc-A-Fella Records, where he gained much recognition as a rapper.
In terms of music, the song features a simple yet catchy melody with a heavy bassline and repeated chants of "numbers low, numbers high." The song's unique use of Spanish and Japanese numbers in the middle section adds to its appeal and creative flair. As for the chords, they are not readily available or necessary, as the song is built around its beat and lyrics rather than complex instrumentals.
Overall, "Numbers" is a powerful track that highlights the gritty nature of the drug game while emphasizing the importance of focusing on numbers in order to achieve success. The song's bold lyrics and catchy beat make it a standout track in Freeway's discography.
Line by Line Meaning
20 bottles of spade, 10 pin, 10 go,
Having lots of drugs and money is a status symbol.
Ben franlkin bank hoe,
Making money is the most important thing.
Backstroking on new hoes, you know
Filled with endless options, Freeway can indulge in any woman he wants.
Dropped the olds and got new clothes
Making as much money as possible means constantly upgrading material possessions.
Now check a boy my calla, same thing with my lenses
The finer things in life, like jewelry and accessories are important to Freeway.
I like mgm and my benzes, and meek shit my women
Freeway enjoys luxury in all aspects of his life.
She don't speak in no English, and she don't eat pork
Even Freeway's girlfriend shows his preference for uniqueness and exclusivity.
My new bitch use chop sticks, she don't eat with a fork
His girlfriend enjoys being foreign, as well.
I'm throwing rocks at the wall, so everyday I ball
Taking risks means being able to afford his luxurious lifestyle.
You understand that language, when you out there slanging
Selling drugs is an important part of empowering himself and his community.
When you're taking them trips, looking over your shoulder
Being in the drug game requires a level of paranoia.
I just run back a dub, stash box in the wall, let's work
Freeway is constantly on the hustle, using the walls of his home as hiding spots for his drug money and moving it quickly.
Numbers low, numbers high,
Talking about earning money and selling drugs is central to Freeway's life.
Ain't nobody fucking got it and you wonder why
Despite the risks of selling drugs, Freeway and others are willing to do so because it can be incredibly profitable.
If the chicken right, then hurry up and get it oh
Opportunities for profit in the drug world come and go quickly, and must be acted upon immediately.
Lado, blow numbers, mathematician, we know numbers
Drug dealers are experts in counting large sums of money.
We got range rove numbers, spend that get more numbers
The more money drug dealers have, the more they can spend to make even more.
Been here 14 winters, will be here 10 more summers
Freeway has been in the drug game for a long time and expects to continue for a while yet.
My watch shine, my piece flooded
Freeway likes flashy, expensive watches and jewelry.
My money right, it keep coming
Freeway's money from selling drugs is a consistent source of income.
Uno, dos, tres, quatro, ishi, ni, sun, chi, one, two, three to the fizor
Freeway can count his profits in many languages, which highlights the international nature of the drug trade.
Whole bricks we flip dali, we get numbers in different languages
Freeway and his associates are experts at buying and selling drugs at a high level.
It's mac 10's, mac 11's, take 9's my click is dangerous
Freeway and his crew deal with dangerous weapons and live in fear of retaliation from other dealers or law enforcement.
House shit, no super vision, rock true religions,
Freeway enjoys luxury in his personal belongings and does not answer to anyone but himself.
Don't fuck with ringlet, let's move piles
Freeway is always ready to make moves and is willing to take risks in the drug game.
Don't fucking play with the same guys
Freeway avoids associating with the same people for too long to avoid becoming too predictable.
No bow ties, just black guys, with 45's
Freeway's associates are dangerous men willing to use violence to protect themselves in the drug game.
You dare with them, you fucking lay with them
Freeway has little tolerance for disloyalty in his circle of associates.
We are for sure though, y'all haters are counterfeit
Freeway and his crew are confident in their ability to profit and succeed in the drug business, while others who criticize their lifestyle are not as successful.
Everyday we calculate, yes we doing calculus
Drug dealing requires quick math skills for counting his drugs and managing money.
Make y'all haters run, just to show y'all deuces who's house this is
Freeway enjoys asserting his dominance over others who do not understand the struggles he has been through to become a successful drug dealer.
Hustle when we make it count, y'all hustle don't count for shit
Freeway and his associates work extremely hard to make sure their drug dealing is successful and profitable, while others who try to cut corners or do not commit fully will not be successful.
Let me phone posits, coole site
Freeway enjoys luxury in his choice of footwear.
Where them pennies once them bitches hurt my feet
Despite his success in the drug game, Freeway had to work his way up and did not always have the best shoes.
If the lime from the dime, I might take a week
Freeway needs to be sure he is buying the right drugs -- in this case, marijuana -- with the right qualities and pricing.
And I can fill a fucking duffle bag in my sleep
Freeway is very familiar with selling drugs and can do it easily and without issue to collect his profits.
I'm getting it, I'm spending it, purple label shit limited
Freeway enjoys spending his drug money on expensive clothing and accessories.
Dropping 9's, bringing back a dozen,
Freeway deals with a high volume of drugs and always looks for the most profitable opportunities to buy and sell.
Nigga that's 3 hard extra onions
Freeway is incredibly successful and his drug dealing is very lucrative.
I take a 7 out, and put the 7 in
Freeway is always sorting and counting his profits to make sure he knows how much money he has earned.
I drop the fish scale, and watch you still swimming
Freeway enjoys his success in the drug game and also enjoys seeing others suffer for not being as successful.
Shit backstrocking, it's breast stroking
Freeway enjoys a luxurious lifestyle in which he can indulge in multiple women at once.
Turn ex smokers to new smokers
Freeway is always looking for new customers to buy his drugs so he can continue to make a profit.
The shit raw, fiends smell it, they come soon as that pack open
Freeway's drugs are of a high quality, and customers are ready to buy them at any time.
I cook it soon as that brick open
Freeway is ready to start producing more drugs as soon as he receives a batch to sell.
They pay me soon as they shift over
Freeway's customers are always ready to spend money on his drugs, regardless of the time of day or night.
I bag it up, drop it off, jump in the whip and I'm back floating
Freeway is always on the move, always hustling to make sure he can continue to make money selling drugs.
My younging, clap off, and they stay getting that tax off
Freeway and his associates can be very dangerous and use violence to make sure they can continue to make money selling drugs.
Always, banging, no home training at all
Freeway and his associates may lack traditional morals and values, and are always dealing with danger and risk.
Mid lie, winners lie, but numbers don't so don't act hard
Despite the glamor and wealth that comes from drug dealing, it is still a dangerous and risky lifestyle.
I will have 30 niggas on your front porch, back yard
Freeway and his crew are willing to use violence to protect themselves and increase their profit margins in the drug game.
Contributed by Mason H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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