The City
Game Lyrics

See any angels in the city
Looking for something greater than himself in the urban environment

Tell them muthafuckas I'm forever paid, California king
Boasting about his financial success and status

Wrestle gators in the Everglades, drive up out that muthafuckin swamp In the Escalade so before you put that Red rag In your pocket I wanna see your fuckin resume
Establishing his tough persona and warning others not to mess with him, and also challenging others to prove themselves before claiming to be part of a certain gang

Started off on Ground Zero, then I start to levitate Rip rappers a new asshole: I never hesitate Dre Beats on, smoking that chronic just to meditate I'mma give em hurricanes until another levee break
Recalling his rise to fame, his aggression towards other rappers, and his use of music and drugs as a coping mechanism for his success

You niggas is featherweights, I'm Aftermath's heavyweight Now Dre's weapon of mass destruction is 'bout to detonate When a nigga Wack found me, shit, I was selling weight Now a nigga's selling millions, now it's time to celebrate
Saying he is the best in his music scene and celebrating his success from humble beginnings

Performing in front of millions, nigga every race 64 in the '64, now watch the Chevy scrape 4th album, no 5 mics? Then let 'em hate But I'm not stopping 'til I'm the fucking king in every state
Being proud of his ability to perform for a diverse audience, and wanting to be recognized as the best rapper across the entire country

Recognize my life Ridicule my fight Give me fuel for the fire burning when I yearn these lights In the midst of the hieroglyphs my fingertips start to write
Asking others to see and appreciate the hard work and struggle he has gone through to get where he is today, and explaining how writing music is therapeutic for him

Get familiar with Cartwright Cause I want that shot, I'm a raging bull when the needle drops For the record, I'mma wreck it, even if my record don't pop
Referring to himself as a hungry, determined athlete, and declaring his commitment to making good music whether or not he achieves commercial success

I'mma tie a knot on a downtown building, let it tow behind me tell 'em They can find me in the dark with the ghetto children look at my heart Nigga fuck your feelings, this is me
Describing himself as someone who is not afraid to take risks and stay true to himself, even if it isolates him from others

I'm sick of motherfuckers talking about "the West died" Can't you hear my heart beating? That's the motherfuckin West side, you test me, you test God I'm his son, it say in Psalms, you come at me Then I can split you with this Tommy gun, you won't have no time to run I'm from the Compton slums and that's how the West ride
Defending the West Coast rap scene and warning others not to underestimate him, while also referencing a famous Bible verse to establish his authority

I'm from the city where two of the best died Rest in peace to both of 'em, spit like I'm the ghost of 'em Damn, I said I spit like I'm the ghost of 'em Name your top 10, I'm harder than the most of 'em Matter of fact, shorten your list nigga, top 5 Game, Biggie, Hov, prolly Pac, Nas No particular order, bet a mil that I slaughter
Honoring the legacy of famous rappers who have passed away and positioning himself as one of the greatest rappers of all time

Serve niggas, give a fuck what you ordered How dare you niggas pop fly when I'm the nigga Sold 5 mil out the gate and numbers do not lie I gave you the Documentary, shit was a classic Gave you Doctor's Advocate, you ripped it out the package Came with LAX, since critics said it was average I was stressed the fuck out, torn between Aftermath and Geffen, Interscope, now I got you in the scope
Boasting about his ability to sell records and his successful discography, while acknowledging the pressure and stress that comes with fame

Spill the red ink on the paper, it's like my pen is broke And this is what you all been waiting for I'm the lost angel knocking on Satan's door What the fuck y'all take me for? I love you cause you hate me more
Describing his intense focus and determination when it comes to writing music, and referencing his own controversial persona

I'm Kobe on the Lakers floor, except I give you 84 Shake you like Haiti's floor, walk up on you Like "what's going on baby boy?" Shots in that Mercedes door
Comparing himself to basketball legend Kobe Bryant, while also highlighting his violent tendencies

Either I'm crazy, or the black Slim Shady, or Could that be the reason that Baby said he would pay me more But I still owe Jimmy one more album The best the West has ever seen, no disrespect to Calvin Kendrick, and I wear pendant on my shoulder, soldier
Acknowledging his own eccentricity and controversial role in the industry, while also referencing his business dealings and his respect for other West Coast rappers

Like a lieutenant, and the coupe tinted got pulled over Johnny always lock a nigga down Knowing damn well we don't wanna see the box like Manny Pacquiao Little nigga Mayweather size, ride like Pac In his prime, thug life is now on radar Til the federal come through and raid ours
Referencing both his own run-ins with the law, and his admiration for famous boxers

Reminiscing when the LA Raiders Was in my home, snapback fitted on my uncle's dome And I don't condone dickriding, I'm addicted to Westsiding, living in a city where the skinny niggas die And the semi bullets fly, but it turn me to a lion Trying, and I mean that shit
Reflecting on his past experiences and the culture of his hometown, and explaining how he has been inspired to become more resilient

Game came through, put the city on his back I was in the city with a nigga, had seen that shit "Compton!", a nigga gotta scream that shit
Continuing to assert his dominance as the foremost rapper from Compton

Never went commercial, never T.V. screened that shit Can't block or screen that shit, now everybody sing that shit
Stating that he has never compromised his style or authenticity for commercial gain, but has still achieved widespread acclaim and success