Fondren & Main
Guerilla Maab Lyrics


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(feat. Taz)

[Hook]
I'm grabbing grain, in the turning lane
And I gotta maintain (cause the law behind me)
I've tried to leave the game, I know I need to change
(I need to resco' again) meet me on Fondren & Main
[Z-Ro]
I was a superstar at seventeen
Famous in the ghetto, for working a triple beam
Somebody told me it was destiny, for me to suffer
Cause when the going gets rough, it only gets rougher
I had to make a quick change from Lunchables, and a spot on the bus
To eating at Papa Deauxx everyday, and a Suburban with bump
I got the game from my partna, but all he told me was Ro
Before you get your feet wet partna, you better be sho
If you get caught it's Penitentiary time, understand
Fronted me nine, and now we got the hottest on the van
My grandmother knew what it was doing, because my pockets stuck out
And plus she told me I love you, but get your shit out my house
All I ever wanted to do, was just shine a little
Bump and grind a little, and then recline a little
Trying to protain, lavish have it like the H.A.W.K
You need another zone then I'm on my way, because I'm trapped in the game

[Hook]

[Dougie D]
Well I done came from crumbs to bricks
While I'm hustling up in the city streets
On the block of Fondren and Main, coppers know where the killas be
When I get out I'm gonna make me a change
The whole situation, seemed a bit strange
Everybody wanna die, somebody brain
Dougie D, trying to collect a little change
And grip the grain, swang turning lanes
With a whole bunch of hoes, yelling out my name
Pop trunk open wide, up in down South mayn
And when I work the wood, I lean on maintain
Or put it on your brain, ain't worried bout a damn thang
Without leaving this shit, and everybody need to change
But plus again, ain't worried bout a damn thang
Set up shop, up on Fondren and Main

[Taz]
I wish I was the one with the top down
In a chromed out Benz, with all my friends
Bank account, with unlimited ends
Gripping, I ain't sweating the rent
The only problem is, I'm a FED fella
With no intentions on, taking a loss
And everytime I see the law, my heart pauses
Riding dirty, everytime I'm flossing
I got tossed in the game, at a early age
Trying to push pounds and tons
Looking for fortune and fame
Through the smoke of my Mary Jane
Trying to control the game
Instead of trying to find another way to stay paid
I was stuck at a materialistic stage
Now I have a piece and chain, with expensive shades
Trying to resco' again, now I got two chances
I could pay the cost, and everyone they take a loss
So when the laws come, shake em off
Headed for the border man, I'm making it cross
Or I could break off a tight job, and do it right this time
Is you crazy baby, I gots to grind





[Hook x2]

Overall Meaning

In this song by Guerilla Maab featuring Taz, the theme revolves around the struggles of being stuck in a cycle of drugs, money, and violence in the inner city streets. The lyrics are narrated from the perspective of the rappers, each sharing their individual struggles and aspirations. Z-Ro recalls being a teenage superstar in the ghetto for his prowess in drug dealing, but he knows he needs to change his lifestyle to avoid prison. Dougie D, who went from selling small amounts of drugs to bricks, echoes a similar sentiment of wanting to leave this life of crime behind. Taz dreams of living the high-life in a fancy car with unlimited money. Still, he's caught up in illegal activities and fears the law catching him.


The chorus repeats the phrase, "Meet me on Fondren & Main," which is a location in Houston, Texas, known for its notoriety and criminal activity. The phrase has become a symbol of the hardships that Black and Brown people face living in such areas where criminal activity and poverty are commonplace. The rappers use this phrase to express the reality of their world.


Overall, the song depicts the harsh realities of the streets, the pressure to make it, and the fear of getting caught. It speaks of the need for change and finding a way out of this cycle of life that seems unbreakable.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm grabbing grain, in the turning lane
I am collecting money while driving in the lane designated for making turns


And I gotta maintain (cause the law behind me)
I must remain focused and alert because the police are following me


I've tried to leave the game, I know I need to change
I have attempted to quit the drug game, but I realize that I need to improve my life


(I need to resco' again) meet me on Fondren & Main
I need to reset my life and start fresh, let's meet up at the intersection of Fondren and Main


I was a superstar at seventeen
I was extremely popular and successful at the age of 17


Famous in the ghetto, for working a triple beam
I gained notoriety in my impoverished community for using a scale to measure and sell drugs


Somebody told me it was destiny, for me to suffer
I was informed by somebody that I am fated to experience hardship and pain


Cause when the going gets rough, it only gets rougher
When things become challenging, they tend to become even more challenging


I had to make a quick change from Lunchables, and a spot on the bus
I had to make a swift transition from eating Lunchables and taking the bus to living a lavish lifestyle


To eating at Papa Deauxx everyday, and a Suburban with bump
To dining at Papa Deauxx every day, and owning a Suburban with a superb sound system


I got the game from my partna, but all he told me was Ro
My associate showed me how to work the drug game, but never provided me with any other useful advice


Before you get your feet wet partna, you better be sho
Before you dive into this lifestyle, you better make sure you are confident and well-prepared


If you get caught it's Penitentiary time, understand
If you are apprehended by police, you will be incarcerated for a lengthy period


Fronted me nine, and now we got the hottest on the van
My associate lent me nine ounces of drugs, and now we have the highest quality product in the van


My grandmother knew what it was doing, because my pockets stuck out
My grandmother recognized how lucrative the drug trade was, as evidenced by the bulging pockets of money I carried


And plus she told me I love you, but get your shit out my house
Additionally, she conveyed her affection for me, but demanded that I move out of her home because of my involvement in drugs


All I ever wanted to do, was just shine a little
My sole aspiration was to gain some recognition and success


Bump and grind a little, and then recline a little
Work hard, play hard, and relax a bit afterwards


Trying to protain, lavish have it like the H.A.W.K
Striving to maintain a luxurious lifestyle like the late rapper H.A.W.K


You need another zone then I'm on my way, because I'm trapped in the game
If you require more drugs, I'll bring them to you, because I am stuck in this lifestyle


Well I done came from crumbs to bricks
I've gone from being broke to dealing large quantities of drugs


While I'm hustling up in the city streets
I am working hard and quickly to distribute drugs in urban areas


On the block of Fondren and Main, coppers know where the killas be
The police are aware that dangerous individuals are located at the intersection of Fondren and Main


When I get out I'm gonna make me a change
Once I am no longer incarcerated, I intend to make significant changes to my life


The whole situation, seemed a bit strange
The entire circumstance of my life feels unusual and out of place


Everybody wanna die, somebody brain
Many people are willing to die or kill others in order to become successful in illegal activities


Dougie D, trying to collect a little change
My name is Dougie D, and I am attempting to earn a modest amount of money


And grip the grain, swang turning lanes
I am holding onto my earned money, and driving in the lane designated for turning


With a whole bunch of hoes, yelling out my name
I have a large group of women interested in me, shouting my name


Pop trunk open wide, up in down South mayn
My car's trunk opens widely, as is typical in the South


And when I work the wood, I lean on maintain
When I drive my car, I maintain control and remain focused


Or put it on your brain, ain't worried bout a damn thang
Alternatively, I will intimidate you, and I am not concerned about any repercussions


Without leaving this shit, and everybody need to change
But I do not plan to abandon this lifestyle, even though it is harmful, and I think everyone needs to improve their lives


Set up shop, up on Fondren and Main
I plan to establish a place of business at the intersection of Fondren and Main


I wish I was the one with the top down
I desire to be the one driving a convertible with the roof open


In a chromed out Benz, with all my friends
In a fully adorned Mercedes-Benz car, with my close companions


Bank account, with unlimited ends
A bank account with endless funds


Gripping, I ain't sweating the rent
I am holding onto money and not worried about paying rent


The only problem is, I'm a FED fella
The major issue is that I am an undercover federal agent


With no intentions on, taking a loss
But I do not plan to suffer a setback or disadvantage


And everytime I see the law, my heart pauses
But whenever I encounter law enforcement, I become nervous


Riding dirty, everytime I'm flossing
Driving with illegal drugs in my possession, every time I am showing off my wealth


I got tossed in the game, at a early age
I entered the dangerous drug world at a young age, without fully realizing the consequences


Trying to push pounds and tons
Attempting to distribute large quantities of drugs


Looking for fortune and fame
Desiring wealth and recognition


Through the smoke of my Mary Jane
While smoking marijuana


Trying to control the game
Attempting to dominate and regulate the drug trade


Instead of trying to find another way to stay paid
But instead of seeking other legitimate methods of earning a living


I was stuck at a materialistic stage
I was trapped in a mindset of valuing possessions and wealth above all else


Now I have a piece and chain, with expensive shades
Now I own a fancy necklace and expensive sunglasses


Trying to resco' again, now I got two chances
Attempting to reset my life again, now with two opportunities


I could pay the cost, and everyone they take a loss
I could pay the price for my previous actions, but it would negatively impact those around me


So when the laws come, shake em off
So when law enforcement arrives, I must quickly evade them


Headed for the border man, I'm making it cross
I am traveling to the border to escape the country


Or I could break off a tight job, and do it right this time
Alternatively, I could obtain legitimate employment and work hard to do it the right way this time


Is you crazy baby, I gots to grind
Are you insane? I have to work hard to earn money


[Hook x2]
The chorus of the song repeats twice




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