After releasing a series of moderately successful mixtapes between 2010 and 2011, Future signed a major label deal with Epic Records and fellow American rapper Rocko's A1 Recordings, which helped launch his own label imprint Freebandz. Future subsequently began working on his debut studio album "Pluto," and in April 2012 released the album to positive reviews. The album spawned five singles, all of which charted on the Billboard Hot 100. The album was later re-released in November, as "Pluto 3D." His second studio album "Honest," was released on April 22, 2014, and is also performing with his group Freeband Gang. He released his highly anticipated third studio album, "DS2," on July 16, 2015. The Atlanta rapper also released several mixtapes during 2015, "Beast Mode" in January, "56 Nights" in March, and "What a Time to Be Alive (with Drake)" in September. Future released "Purple Reign" in January 2016. The 13-track mixtape was executive produced by Metro Boomin and DJ Esco, with additional production from Southside, Zaytoven, and more.
JUST THE BEGINNING
Future Lyrics
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(Taurus, Taurus)
I gotta remind you, I never liked you
In the streets, nigga
I love you
Streets turnin' boys into men
Take several down, lock it in
Pay you off before I shot and kill
Tell them other trenches that I ain't fell
I throw them weight again, they wasn't aware
I met on sight, she got clapped
I was playin' with a check before I rapped
Treatin' this music like I'm sellin' keys
I took lil' mama then went down to Greece
Young nigga 'round me, slimey and greasy
I bought her diamonds and she keep it a secret
Knock your shit down, you know I'ma agree with it
Take off flyin', goin' off a G6
I got that cooler with me when I'm whippin'
Rollin' with demons when I'm in your city
Couple of pink toes gettin' nasty
Send all the Fentanyl to Cincinnati
Gone on a mission, niggas ain't really havin' it
Like I got a fishin' rod, that bitch bite
Whole lotta racks on me, be precise
Lil' one whack songs when they bitin'
We been on demon time, say I'm nice
Ain't been gettin' no sleep, I'm outside
Kick down the doors of your door
Put double numbers on the billboards
I take the flowers, we gettin' awards
Too many shooters, I was paranoid
Young nigga poppin' off anywhere
Catch up and spray, nigga, anywhere
I gotta make sure I ante up
'Cause I'm in touch with the mob
Yeah, she ready, yeah, she anywhere
Just to finish up the job
But to the hood I'm a god
I did residentials, I was slaughtering
Just another product of poverty
Hit them niggas up, no recovery
I had Benjamins, Frank callin' me
Got them demons with me, ain't no argument
Trappin' out my pain with Givenchy
Forever wish death on all my enemies
The minute I was born, I was sinnin'
Chasin' a hundred billion, that's just the beginnin'
Streets turnin' boys into men
Take several down like the lean
Got a stash, brought another bill
Pay you off before I shot and kill
Tell them other trenches that I ain't fell
I throw them weight again, they wasn't aware
I met on sight, she got clapped
I was playin' with a check before I rapped
Streets turnin' the boy to a millionaire, ayy, yeah
Took all the struggle from the game and it got me here
Drinkin' on muddy, smokin' herb by the bamboo
Wish I could fall in love but she been ran through
Who the flyest?
Ain't no goin' back and forth, ain't no debatin' with me
Keepin' the drum on me
Gotta keep fifty brothers for my many men
These streets, they prepared a nigga for everything
Everything I ever wanted in my life
I hustle and I grind it up, twenty-four
For the Bugatti, sign me up
Charge one thousand just to line 'em up, line it up
Oh yeah (oh yeah)
Yeah (yeah)
Yeah (yeah)
Young nigga poppin' (young nigga poppin')
Catch up and spray (catch up and spray)
I gotta make sure I aim (I gotta make sure I aim)
Woo
Ready, yeah
Just to finish it (just the finish it)
Hood (hood)
Pluto (Pluto)
Catch another b- (catch another b-)
Hit 'em up (hit 'em up)
I call (I call)
In "Just The Beginning," Future is speaking about the transformation that has happened to him over time, from a street kid in Taurus, Georgia who didn't care much about anyone, to a rap superstar who still has a deep connection to his roots, which includes killing people in the throes of passion. He speaks about his rise to fame without losing touch of reality, as he has managed to keep a stash of cash at arm's length to pay off any confrontations before they escalate to violence. Future, who is now being adored by millions worldwide, wasn't always looking to be adored by anyone when he started his journey.
The lyrics paint a picture of the artist hanging out with his crew, rich off the music his music career has provided for him. Future is proud of his trap background, and he acknowledges that he has made a lot of money from the music as well, so he is treating music like he used to treat drug sales. The chorus,"Streets turnin' boys into men, take several down, lock it in," depicts the harsh conditions in the ghetto that Future believes have helped him develop into the successful artist he is today, ready to take on the world.
Line by Line Meaning
The streets signed me
(Taurus, Taurus)
I gotta remind you, I never liked you
In the streets, nigga
I love you
Growing up in the streets shaped my identity and now I am successful. Despite not liking the people I grew up with, I still have love and respect for them.
Streets turnin' boys into men
Take several down, lock it in
Got a stash, brought another bill
Pay you off before I shot and kill
Tell them other trenches that I ain't fell
I throw them weight again, they wasn't aware
I met on sight, she got clapped
I was playin' with a check before I rapped
The streets toughened me up and I have come out on top. I am able to deal with difficult situations and people. I have a stash of cash to pay others off before resorting to violence. Others thought I had fallen off, but I am back and stronger than ever. I made a lot of money before I even started rapping.
Treatin' this music like I'm sellin' keys
I took lil' mama then went down to Greece
Young nigga 'round me, slimey and greasy
I bought her diamonds and she keep it a secret
Knock your shit down, you know I'ma agree with it
Take off flyin', goin' off a G6
I got that cooler with me when I'm whippin'
Rollin' with demons when I'm in your city
Couple of pink toes gettin' nasty
Send all the Fentanyl to Cincinnati
Gone on a mission, niggas ain't really havin' it
Like I got a fishin' rod, that bitch bite
Whole lotta racks on me, be precise
Lil' one whack songs when they bitin'
We been on demon time, say I'm nice
Ain't been gettin' no sleep, I'm outside
Kick down the doors of your door
Put double numbers on the billboards
I take the flowers, we gettin' awards
Too many shooters, I was paranoid
Young nigga poppin' off anywhere
Catch up and spray, nigga, anywhere
I gotta make sure I ante up
'Cause I'm in touch with the mob
Yeah, she ready, yeah, she anywhere
Just to finish up the job
But to the hood I'm a god
I did residentials, I was slaughtering
Just another product of poverty
Hit them niggas up, no recovery
I had Benjamins, Frank callin' me
Got them demons with me, ain't no argument
Trappin' out my pain with Givenchy
Forever wish death on all my enemies
The minute I was born, I was sinnin'
Chasin' a hundred billion, that's just the beginnin'
I am treating music like a business and making a lot of money off it. I take my girl to exotic places, but also have some shady associates around me. I am not afraid to be violent if necessary. I am on a mission to succeed and am willing to do whatever it takes to make it, even if it means causing trouble. Despite my success, I am still paranoid and have many enemies. I came from a rough background and had to do what I had to do to survive. I have a lot of money and power and will stop at nothing to maintain it. However, I also acknowledge that I have led a sin-filled life and chasing money is just the beginning.
Streets turnin' the boy to a millionaire, ayy, yeah
Took all the struggle from the game and it got me here
Drinkin' on muddy, smokin' herb by the bamboo
Wish I could fall in love but she been ran through
Who the flyest?
Ain't no goin' back and forth, ain't no debatin' with me
Keepin' the drum on me
Gotta keep fifty brothers for my many men
These streets, they prepared a nigga for everything
Everything I ever wanted in my life
I hustle and I grind it up, twenty-four
For the Bugatti, sign me up
Charge one thousand just to line 'em up, line it up
The streets turned me into a millionaire by teaching me how to survive and make money. I enjoy partying and having a good time, but am still looking for love. I am confident in my abilities and don't engage in petty arguments. I protect myself and have a lot of friends around me. The streets have prepared me to handle anything that comes my way. My hard work has paid off and I have achieved everything I ever wanted. I am always hustling and working hard to maintain my success. I am willing to spend a lot of money on luxurious things like a Bugatti. I also charge a high price for others to be associated with me.
Oh yeah (oh yeah)
Yeah (yeah)
Yeah (yeah)
Young nigga poppin' (young nigga poppin')
Catch up and spray (catch up and spray)
I gotta make sure I aim (I gotta make sure I aim)
Woo
Ready, yeah
Just to finish it (just the finish it)
Hood (hood)
Pluto (Pluto)
Catch another b- (catch another b-)
Hit 'em up (hit 'em up)
I call (I call)
I am feeling confident and popping off. I am always prepared to defend myself and have to make sure my aim is accurate. I am ready to finish any job that I start. I am proud of my hood and my nickname. I am always looking for my next target.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: James Therrien, Nayvadius Wilburn, Taurus Bucy Jr. Currie
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@krazycanenation47
Ok future is back on his music beast mode.. don’t stop future keep dropping like how it’s 2015-2016…🔥🔥🔥
@lilbench5834
Purple Reign Tape & Evol Tape
@otsendit
Yh dis prime future https://youtu.be/SynvL25XBFA
@vantaevonsway5697
@@lilbench5834 real fan I salute ya
@justinneilsonn2665
Remember back when he thought he was an astronaut obsessed with Pluto
@Mmvyvub
Future on pluto again 😂🔥💪🏾
@NtlVendetta
Been over a decade and this nigga still using new flows
@jay-hunt.e9223
https://youtu.be/CVKTYbD9Cs0
@xanthe3155
That's why he's name is " Future "
@NtlVendetta
🤔 Bro I think you’re onto something