Kharbouch released his debut mixtape in 2007 and had his first breakthrough with the single "Choppa Choppa Down" in 2010. He released his debut studio album Excuse My French in May 2013, which was met with generally mixed reviews despite commercial success from its lead single, "Pop That" (featuring Rick Ross, Drake, and Lil Wayne). In July 2017, he released his second studio album Jungle Rules, which peaked at number three on the Billboard 200.
If I Die
French Montana Lyrics
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Got too many felonies
I can't trust these hoes no more
Bitches like my enemies
They wanna see me burn through the fire
Yeahaaah, Aaahhaaah
He ain't never think it be his last day
Black glove and the ski mask
Heard he had his baby on his
Chest made me feel bad
Shit was all good just a week ago
Now we pouring champagne at the funeral
Remember dark skin Jermaine with the ceasar
Heard he caught the body Tryna
'scape with the visa
Shoulda seen the look on his
Brother when he came through
Yellin' Ima catch him for the first 48 do
Men turn to bitches
Scared of what the state do
Put you in a box with
The numbers tryna break you
Tone was the hustler, Jermaine was the killer
He let the nigga stack it all
Up then he killed em
I heard he got dropped from his main bitch
Left the nigga laying stanking
There ain't take shit
I heard the nigga died smiling
Like he seen the nigga face
Right before he shot him cold game
Then he hit the block like it's no thang
When everybody knew about the whole thang
Shit scary and they ain't even drop a tear
Candles glowing in the air
Help his mother get him buried
Heard Jermaine went and got
We was young niggas hustling
Tryna make it out alive
In the song "If I Die," French Montana pays homage to his hometown of Cleveland, Ohio through his lyrics. The song is an eclectic ode to the streets, the hustle, and the grind that he and his friends went through to make it out. French Montana emphasizes his pride in being from the East 1999 area code, known as the "Land," and how it shaped him into the artist he is today.
The song starts with the repetition of "Bitch, I'm from (East), East 1999, the 9999," which is a reference to the song "East 1999" by the rap group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. Bone Thugs-N-Harmony is a Cleveland-based group that is known for creating a unique sound that incorporates elements of rap, R&B, and melodic harmonies. The group has been a significant influence on French Montana's music and style.
Throughout the song, French Montana references his personal experiences growing up in Cleveland, such as riding on Miles Road and taking the Blue Line. He also mentions the city's basketball team, the Cavaliers, and attending games while still in high school. French Montana portrays himself as someone who has worked hard to make it to where he is, as he mentions the hustle being a part of his everyday life. In contrast to the streets, he also talks about his success in international arenas, where his fans sing along to his songs, and the ladies find him irresistible.
Overall, "If I Die" is a tribute to French Montana's roots in Cleveland and the journey he embarked on to make it in the music industry. It's a song that blends nostalgia and pride, the struggles of the past and the achievements of the present to create an anthem for the East 1999 area code.
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@andrejones2147
Don’t care what nobody say Frenchie got hits ! This one of em
@da1only591
For Months .
He really do tho .
@c4tv36
He does. I like that french revolution tape
@VossaBygde
french montanta is so next level, he might not even be mortal.
@Atroll995
notice how when he actually raps he barely gets views but when he makes a swagged out track he gets hella... no wonder people talk shit cuz the good shit dont make it to mainstream anymore its all about the beat and repeatable words and verses..
@selurdeerbetah92
💯 facts
He even showed it in the beginning.
@Atroll995
@selurdeerbetah92 i forgot about this song lmao ur reply took me back here
@HDfromNJ
this one got slept on heavy
@DJ-nt8ur
2020 who still remember this joint ? Majority of Montana fans slept on this 😴
@LaRoseDetails
Everyone got slept on heavy bro