David Drake of Pitchfork compared "I Mean It" to the work of Big Sean, citing the song as evidence that "Big Sean may have had a bigger influence on millennial rap fans than has generally been acknowledged".
In the United States, "I Mean It" debuted at number 100 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for the issue dated January 15, 2015. The song left the chart, before re-entering and peaking at number 98 for the issue dated February 14, 2015. It spent a total of four non-consecutive weeks on the chart. "I Mean It" became G-Eazy's first top 40 song on any music chart, peaking at number 20 and 27 on the Hot Rap Songs and Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs charts, respectively. In 2014, the song reached number 88 on the year-end Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Nearly four years after its release, "I Mean It" was certified triple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for sales of three million paid digital downloads.
I Mean It
G-Eazy Lyrics
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These things happen
Yeah
If I ever said I'm never scared
Just know I mean it
If I ever said I fucked your bitch
Just know I mean it
Ayy, and if I ever said I'm gettin' money
Just know I mean it
Ayy, and oh Lord, oh Lord knows
He knows I mean it
Yeah (yeah), you know I mean it
You know I mean it
Ayy, just know I mean it
Ayy, just know I mean it
Oh yeah, oh yeah, oh yeah
If I say that shit then I mean it
She calls me, I screen it, I'm only fuckin' if it's convenient
You lie on pussy, that's weak shit, we pass pussy 'round, that's G shit
But you ain't fam, so what is this we shit?
You cuff yours and then leash it
Listen, I'm tellin' you, it's my world, I does what I wish to
If you're mad, well, too bad, sounds like a personal issue
I walk in, they all stare like who the fuck is this dude?
Kicks game is just rude, don't get jiu-jitsued
Tunnel visions, I get ahead, stayed solid I never fled
My haters feel like I'm better dead but I'm quite alive getting bread instead
With a better girl, with a better face, I'm in a better place gettin' better head
I just wanna stay broke forever, yeah, that's that shit no one ever said
Never scared
Just know I mean it
If I ever said I fucked your bitch
Just know I mean it
Ayy, and if I ever said I'm gettin' money
Just know I mean it
Ayy, and oh Lord, oh Lord knows
He knows I mean it
Yeah, you know I mean it
You know I mean it
Ayy, just know I mean it
Ayy, just know I mean it
Oh yeah, oh yeah, oh yeah
Signed Gerald, I'm sincere
This year I'm in here, I'll spell it out to make things clear
And meanwhile your end's near, I've got a lane and I'm in gear
You people wonder who's next up, that conversation really ends here
You rappers just talk a bunch, stress me out, I chop a dutch
Weak rappers tryna bite the sound, but my style is a lot to munch
I'm more like whiskey neat, and you're more like vodka punch
"G's dope, he might blow up," think I know, I've got a hunch
On my side it's authentic, you try to stunt but it's all rented
But you're dope you got a bad chick, yeah, cool, bro, we all get it
She wears a ring, came through without it
You really think she stay true? I doubt it
'Cause I'm fucking your girlfriend and there's nothing you can do about it
If I ever said I'm never scared
Just know I mean it
If I ever said I fucked your bitch
Just know I mean it
Ayy, and if I ever said I'm gettin' money
Just know I mean it
Ayy, and oh Lord, oh Lord knows
He knows I mean it
Yeah, you know I mean it
You know I mean it
Ayy, just know I mean it
Ayy, just know I mean it
Oh yeah, oh yeah, oh yeah
You know I mean it
You know I mean it
The lyrics of G-Eazy's song "I Mean It" are straightforward and simple, as the rapper wants to make sure that his audience understands the sincerity behind his words. The song's message revolves around the idea of keeping it real and straightforward, stating what he means without any hidden agendas. He starts by saying that if he says something, he means it, and then goes on to list specific instances where this applies. He claims that if he says he's never scared, he genuinely means it, and the same goes for when he says that he's involved with someone's partner or when he boasts about his wealth. He adds that he's not bothered about what others think of him, and he's not interested in fame. He concludes by reiterating the fact that his words carry weight and meaning.
The song's central message is that G-Eazy is a man of honesty and conviction, and he expresses this with his style and personality. He doesn't pretend to be someone he's not, and he believes that people should be forthright with their thoughts and feelings. He has a clear understanding of his place in the world, and he's confident in his artistry, making it evident in the lyrics. Furthermore, the message is straightforward as he is straightforward in expressing his views.
Line by Line Meaning
You know if I say something I mean that
I'm a man of my word, if I say something, I mean it
These things happen
Life can be unpredictable and unexpected things can happen.
If I ever said I'm never scared
If I say that I'm not scared, understand that I mean it
Just know I mean it
I'm serious about whatever I say, without exception
If I ever said I fucked your bitch
If I say that I have slept with your partner, believe me
Ayy, and if I ever said I'm gettin' money
If I told you I am making money, know that it's true
Oh Lord, oh Lord knows
I swear to god, it's true.
He knows I mean it
I'm not lying, God knows that I am serious
She calls me, I screen it
If a woman calls me, I'll only answer if I feel like it
I'm only fuckin' if it's convenient
I'll only have sex if it's convenient for me
You lie on pussy, that's weak shit
If you have to deceive someone to have sex, it's a weak move
We pass pussy 'round, that's G shit
I and my friends share sexual partners, which is something we do
But you ain't fam, so what is this we shit
You're not one of us, why are you talking like we are?
Listen, I'm tellin' you, it's my world, I does what I wish to
I'm in charge of my own life, I can do what I want
If you're mad, well, too bad, sounds like a personal issue
If something about me upsets you, that's your own problem to deal with
And meanwhile your end's near
Your time is almost up, you better watch out.
I've got a lane and I'm in gear
I have a plan and I'm ready to execute it
You people wonder who's next up, that conversation really ends here
People often discuss who the next big thing is, but I'm the one they should be talking about.
You rappers just talk a bunch, stress me out, I chop a dutch
Other rappers talk too much and annoy me, so I'll smoke a joint to calm down
Weak rappers tryna bite the sound, but my style is a lot to munch
Other rappers are trying to copy my style, but they can't handle it
I'm more like whiskey neat, and you're more like vodka punch
I have a smoother, stronger presence than you do
"G's dope, he might blow up," think I know, I've got a hunch
People are starting to recognize my talent and I feel like I'm about to make it big
On my side it's authentic, you try to stunt but it's all rented
I'm real and authentic, while others are just pretending to be something they're not
She wears a ring, came through without it
Even though she's wearing a ring, she still came to see me
You really think she stay true? I doubt it
Do you honestly believe that she's loyal? I highly doubt it.
I'm fucking your girlfriend and there's nothing you can do about it
I'm having sex with your partner and there's nothing you can do to stop me.
You know I mean it
I am completely serious about everything I've said.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Christoph Andersson, Gerald Gillum, Remo Green
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@dintdong554
Never heard a song that’s so calm yet so lit
And I mean it
@robertolebron2296
Mohammed Manneth you mean it?
@thevm9304
@@robertolebron2296 he means it
@later5117
best friend- yelawolf also has a similar vibe
@shisuiuchiha4847
"Hello there" said Anakin Skywalker
@patriciasaluti5084
Mohammed Manneth That’s What Aboutvthis Song Exactly
@vaintalcorta9698
9 years and he still means it.
@stephendavidson7256
And in another 7 years I bet he sure still means it
@fabiowest4572
No mean it is good weather but Nobody Not only one Shows the real face
@fabiowest4572
Oh yeah I mean it