Where I'm From
Game/Nate Dogg Lyrics
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Been on songs with S-N-double-O-P
Inside a Ferrari with the D-R-E
Run up I let it sing like Nate D-O-double-G
Walk through 8 Mile, G-Unit's on my feet
Got a cherry lowrider in the N-Y-C
Eve took me to Philly, never been to the pen
Been to Uptown with 50, seen niggas in Timbs
In Cashville, but Compton is {where I'm from}
Where it's just me, my son, and my bitch
She graduated when Notorious BIG dropped "Me & My Bitch"
She get them birds past, I put her in first class
And tell her to carry on that Dooney & Burke bag
She from Grape Street, she know how to work the mag
And only buy white tees, tell 'em to keep the purple tags
Cause the laces in my Chucks keep the beef crackin
I lay niggas out like creased khakis
In that G-wagon, lean like the 23's draggin
I got the whole N-Y-C saggin
If you don't know
(Aftermath, nigga witta attitude) (Game time niggas, Westside)
Where I'm from
(Nigga witta attitude) (Straight Outta Compton) (We rock khakis and Chucks)
If you don't know
(Almost lost my life when Dre dropped The Chronic) (Legend in the making)
Where I'm from
(Aftermath, you better watch your colors in the City of Angels)
Y'all niggas got it fucked up
What you thought cause I'm from Compton I couldn't do numbers like Usher?
Platinum certified, nigga that's a mill' plus
Play both sides of the fence cause the Crips feel cause'
See me ridin with Nate, nigga it's still Blood
You can C-walk to this, homey it's still love
Nigga I've been bangin since Mary J did "Real Love"
(If you don't know) I painted the Rover black
The West coast is back, I can smoke to that
Moms got the CL-6, that's a fact
I bought the house, I'm just waitin on the platinum plaques
Niggas lookin for a cat to jack
Homey I'm willin to do two life sentences back to back
So please don't push me
You niggas is W-N-B-A, all pussy
If you don't know
(Aftermath, nigga witta attitude) (Game time niggas, Westside)
Where I'm from
(Nigga witta attitude) (Straight Outta Compton) (We rock khakis and Chucks)
If you don't know
(Almost lost my life when Dre dropped The Chronic) (Legend in the making)
Where I'm from
(Aftermath, you better watch your colors in the City of Angels)
If you don't know
(Aftermath, nigga witta attitude) (Game time niggas, Westside)
Where I'm from
(Nigga witta attitude) (Straight Outta Compton) (We rock khakis and Chucks)
If you don't know
(Almost lost my life when Dre dropped The Chronic) (Legend in the making)
Where I'm from
(Aftermath, you better watch your colors in the City of Angels)
The lyrics of Game/Nate Dogg's song Where I'm From open with the rapper boasting about his credentials as a Blood gang member and his collaborations with other famous rappers including Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre. He then brags about his expensive cars and trips to major cities across the US, highlighting his connections to other well-known artists like Eve and 50 Cent. Game also shares his personal relationships, mentioning his family and girlfriend who he describes as street-smart and savvy with money. He ends the song with a strong warning to anyone who might try to challenge him or his gang affiliation.
The lyrics of Where I'm From are a reflection of Game's experiences growing up in Compton, a notoriously rough neighborhood in Los Angeles with a long history of gang violence. The song is a tribute to the West Coast rap scene that Game came up in, with references to famous artists and landmark moments in the genre's history, including the release of Dr. Dre's pioneering album The Chronic. The lyrics are filled with pride and defiance, showcasing Game's allegiance to his gang and his community, as well as his ambition and talent as a rapper. Overall, Where I'm From is a powerful expression of identity and belonging that captures the spirit of West Coast rap culture.
Line by Line Meaning
I'mma B-L-double-O-D
I am a member of the Bloods gang.
Been on songs with S-N-double-O-P
I have collaborated with Snoop Dogg on multiple songs.
Inside a Ferrari with the D-R-E
I have ridden in a Ferrari with Dr. Dre.
Run up I let it sing like Nate D-O-double-G
I will respond violently if someone tries to confront me, like how Nate Dogg's singing voice is aggressive.
Walk through 8 Mile, G-Unit's on my feet
I have walked through 8 Mile, a Detroit neighborhood popularized by Eminem, wearing G-Unit shoes.
Got a cherry lowrider in the N-Y-C
I own a red lowrider car in New York City.
Eve took me to Philly, never been to the pen
Eve took me to Philadelphia, but I have never been to prison.
Been to Uptown with 50, seen niggas in Timbs
I have been to Uptown with 50 Cent and have seen people wearing Timberland boots.
I done seen Young Buck scuff Air Force Ones
I have witnessed Young Buck scuff his Air Force One shoes.
In Cashville, but Compton is {where I'm from}
I have been to Cashville, but I ultimately come from Compton, a city in California.
Where it's just me, my son, and my bitch
Back home in Compton, it's just me, my son, and my girlfriend.
She graduated when Notorious BIG dropped "Me & My Bitch"
My girlfriend finished school when The Notorious B.I.G. released his song "Me & My Bitch".
She get them birds past, I put her in first class
My girlfriend smuggles drugs and I reward her by upgrading her to first class when we travel.
And tell her to carry on that Dooney & Burke bag
I instruct my girlfriend to bring her Dooney & Burke bag as a carry-on item.
She from Grape Street, she know how to work the mag
My girlfriend is from Grape Street, a Bloods-affiliated neighborhood, and knows how to operate guns.
And only buy white tees, tell 'em to keep the purple tags
My girlfriend only buys white t-shirts and requests that they leave the purple tags on.
Cause the laces in my Chucks keep the beef crackin
The shoelaces in my Converse Chuck Taylor shoes symbolize my readiness to engage in violent conflict.
I lay niggas out like creased khakis
I will knock someone out just as easily as I would neatly fold a pair of khaki pants.
In that G-wagon, lean like the 23's draggin
I drive a Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon SUV that sits low, making the rims (styled after Michael Jordan's iconic #23 basketball jersey) appear as if they are dragging on the ground.
I got the whole N-Y-C saggin
I am so influential that I have caused New Yorkers to adopt my style of wearing sagging pants.
Y'all niggas got it fucked up
Everyone has a wrong impression of me.
What you thought cause I'm from Compton I couldn't do numbers like Usher?
Just because I come from a tough neighborhood doesn't mean I can't achieve commercial success like Usher has.
Platinum certified, nigga that's a mill' plus
One of my albums has earned platinum certification, signifying over one million units sold.
Play both sides of the fence cause the Crips feel cause'
I can associate with both Bloods and Crips gangs because I am respected by both sides.
See me ridin with Nate, nigga it's still Blood
Even though I am with Nate Dogg, who is associated with Crips, I am still a member of the Bloods.
You can C-walk to this, homey it's still love
Even though I am a Blood and associated with Nate, someone who is affiliated with the Crips, we can still share love and respect for each other.
Nigga I've been bangin since Mary J did "Real Love"
I have been involved in gang activity since the release of Mary J. Blige's song "Real Love".
(If you don't know) I painted the Rover black
In case you didn't know, I have painted my Range Rover SUV black.
The West coast is back, I can smoke to that
I am proud that the West Coast hip hop scene is popular once again and will celebrate by smoking marijuana.
Moms got the CL-6, that's a fact
My mother owns a Mercedes-Benz CL-6, which is true and easily verified.
I bought the house, I'm just waitin on the platinum plaques
I have purchased a home and am eagerly awaiting the arrival of platinum record certifications as I continue to achieve commercial success.
Niggas lookin for a cat to jack
People are trying to rob me.
Homey I'm willin to do two life sentences back to back
I am so committed to my gang that I am willing to serve two life sentences in prison back to back if necessary.
So please don't push me
Please do not provoke me to engage in violent behavior.
You niggas is W-N-B-A, all pussy
I am disrespectfully calling my rivals weak by comparing them to female basketball players (WNBA) and using a vulgar term for female genitalia.
(Almost lost my life when Dre dropped The Chronic) (Legend in the making)
I nearly died from gunshot wounds when Dr. Dre released his iconic album "The Chronic" but have since become a successful artist.
(Aftermath, you better watch your colors in the City of Angels)
I am warning people affiliated with Aftermath (Dr. Dre's record label) to be careful about what colors they wear in Los Angeles to avoid being targeted by rival gangs.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, THE ADMINISTRATION MP INC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
Written by: BERNARD EDWARDS, ARTIE BUTLER, JAYCEON TAYLOR, MARK LINDSAY
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lyrics:
I'mma B-L-double-O-D
Been on songs with S-N-double-O-P
Inside a Ferrari with the D-R-E
Run up I let it sing like Nate D-O-double-G
Walk through 8 Mile, G-Unit's on my feet
Got a cherry lowrider in the N-Y-C
Eve took me to Philly, never been to the pen
Been to Uptown with 50, seen niggas in Timbs
I done seen Young Buck scuff Air Force Ones
In Cashville, but Compton is {where I'm from}
Where it's just me, my son, and my bitch
She graduated when Notorious BIG dropped "Me & My Bitch"
She get them birds past, I put her in first class
And tell her to carry on that Dooney & Burke bag
She from Grape Street, she know how to work the mag
And only buy white tees, tell 'em to keep the purple tags
Cause the laces in my Chucks keep the beef crackin
I lay niggas out like creased khakis
In that G-wagon, lean like the 23's draggin
I got the whole N-Y-C saggin
If you don't know
(Aftermath, nigga witta attitude) (Game time niggas, Westside)
Where I'm from
(Nigga witta attitude) (Straight Outta Compton) (We rock khakis and Chucks)
If you don't know
(Almost lost my life when Dre dropped The Chronic) (Legend in the making)
Where I'm from
(Aftermath, you better watch your colors in the City of Angels)
Y'all niggas got it fucked up
What you thought cause I'm from Compton I couldn't do numbers like Usher?
Platinum certified, nigga that's a mill' plus
Play both sides of the fence cause the Crips feel cause'
See me ridin with Nate, nigga it's still Blood
You can C-walk to this, homey it's still love
Nigga I've been bangin since Mary J did "Real Love"
(If you don't know) I painted the Rover black
The West coast is back, I can smoke to that
Moms got the CL-6, that's a fact
I bought the house, I'm just waitin on the platinum plaques
Niggas lookin for a cat to jack
Homey I'm willin to do two life sentences back to back
So please don't push me
You niggas is W-N-B-A, all pussy
If you don't know
(Aftermath, nigga witta attitude) (Game time niggas, Westside)
Where I'm from
(Nigga witta attitude) (Straight Outta Compton) (We rock khakis and Chucks)
If you don't know
(Almost lost my life when Dre dropped The Chronic) (Legend in the making)
Where I'm from
(Aftermath, you better watch your colors in the City of Angels)
If you don't know
(Aftermath, nigga witta attitude) (Game time niggas, Westside)
Where I'm from
(Nigga witta attitude) (Straight Outta Compton) (We rock khakis and Chucks)
If you don't know
(Almost lost my life when Dre dropped The Chronic) (Legend in the making)
Where I'm from
(Aftermath, you better watch your colors in the City of Angels)
@neliolima9992
This beat is fucking fire. This whole album it's just legendary
@youngrav2311
Fr! This album was beyond heat. This song is super underrated
@jldub23
FACTS!!!!!!
@melissa.b1757
Swear this song is so underrated!! Who’s still listening in 2020
@yarraaimean9987
Still here 😎
@assianudoesit5128
Present
@InternationalGrind
Yessah!! Savannah, Georgia
@moisesvarela6235
All day blood
@Tom-yj3sc
I'm still riding from Cape Town south africa
@edwardk2734
Ball in paradise to the legendary Nate Dogg.. 😢😢 His melody still gives you chills