Hustla
H.B. Lyrics
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"Nigga, ask about me"
"Nigga, ask about me"
"Nigga, ask about me"
"I'm a hustler, I'm a, I'm a hustler homie"
"I'm a hustler, I'm a, I'm a hustler homie"
"Nigga, ask a, nigga, nigga, ask about me"
"Nigga, ask a, nigga, nigga, ask about me"
"I'm a hustler, I'm a, I'm a hustler homie"
Nah man I'm not Blood deep or Crip deep or 6 deep or clip deep
How deep? This deep, nine millie clip deep
With this heat, a body builder turn into a pipsqueak
They turn to vegetarians, they don't wanna end up mince meat
You'll see, where the mortuary was at, I know you miss me
Snatch the gat, brrr-at! And lyrically wreck that ass officially
I see you live in fairytales, niggas better switch beefs
I had a tooth fairy choke his ass up outa his sleep
Problem with Chamillionaire? Do they mention any names?
Hell no! You scared crow? Try your best to be brave
Got a Smith & Wesson bro, we know that you gon' behave
Safety, your locksmith, like you could get a key made
You all up on the thang like little girls turning teenage
You really a bunch of hoes like 6th street at Texas relays
Ohio to Chicago, I got niggas in them PJ's
Bully, skinny, but the arms strong like you was BJ's
I hear these rapping niggas but believe I'm not a fan of it
I'm here to rid the rap game of all its contaminants
I'm better than the average, I want her, I can have the chick
Doing the same pose as Paris Hilton in them camera flicks (haha)
The mathematics get big cause I'm demanding it
Raping the rap game while these other suckers is romancing it
They worried about its feelings, they don't wanna take a chance with it
Kissing up to the game with rose petals and a candle lit haha
("I'm a hustler, I'm a, I'm a hustler")
Aay
I'm a southern boy, therefore I stunt
Y'all city slickers, we call it country dump
And I'm chilling like a villain off a killing
Looking at the ceilings like I'm a get in for realer
I'm a get it regardless, hard as it is
Who wants to be a millionaire? Know how I'm a get a million
And I'm in the pavilion
Chilling with my girl but I don't speak Sicilian
But we both count the same as
Long as when I say I'm with it, it come out the same as
If I wanna win with it but I'm out the game
Y'all boys trynna get me killed, huh
You know the Feds are my biggest fans
I got to watch what the little one's saying, man
They see my momma and they wanna pull her over
Cause she ain't got no number on the back of the Rover
And yep, I'm locing
There's cooler ways to die but I'm smoking
There's cooler ways to ride but I'm soaring
Might do the young G5 or G4
Ay, you never know, when your boy might touring
Just trynna get me some air on Mike Jordan
Of this whole thing right here, I'm staring
Y'all boys just appear, I'm here, the Tardis
So applaud him, yeah
Chinky eyes, keep faring
Look like Keith Moorer, street aura, uh
Still I hustled in the street like he poorer
Run up on him you sleep and eat aura
Decent Christians, he owes momma, those
Gucci seatbelts will look better with the barker
Sit up in my office, you need to rebound
You got a box out, get up put a baller on
I'm right back with ya, never leave ya lonely
Forget about Frank momma, I can be your Tony
Weezy F. Baby man
The lyrics of H.B.'s song Hustla seems to showcase his pride in his ability to hustle and make money. The chorus repeats the phrase "I'm a hustler, I'm a, I'm a hustler homie" multiple times, while also saying "Nigga, ask about me" to emphasize his reputation as a successful hustler. H.B. chats about the deep potential of his weaponry, referring to the nine-millimeter clip deep and how it can transform even a body-builder into a "pipsqueak", and how he is capable of lyrically "wrecking" any opponent. He also highlights how he has a group of people who have his back across different states, suggesting that his hustle's reach spreads across borders. H.B. asserts his superiority over other rappers in the industry, "I'm here to rid the rap game of all its contaminants," in this case, making his hustling ability superior to his competition's.
Moreover, H.B. goes on to talk about the challenges of the game when he alludes to the fact that even the Feds watch his every move. He also alludes to the fact that his mother is unfairly targeted while driving her car and compares himself to Tony Montana, the singer of the 1983 crime film Scarface. H.B. then makes assertions that he is comparable to a kingpin, whereby he can provide for a woman's wellbeing and sexual needs, with the words: "Forget about Frank momma, I can be your Tony," in reference to Tony Soprano, the singer of the HBO series The Sopranos. In summary, the song appears to be a sort of declaration of H.B.'s proficiency in making money and operating on the fringes of society, and his ability to outcompete rivals in the rap game.
Line by Line Meaning
Nigga, ask about me
My reputation precedes me and people know who I am and what I do
I'm a hustler, I'm a, I'm a hustler homie
I am a hustler by nature and mentality
Nah man I'm not Blood deep or Crip deep or 6 deep or clip deep
I am not part of any gang or group, but I take my security seriously and am not afraid to arm myself
How deep? This deep, nine millie clip deep
I carry a nine millimeter gun loaded with a clip of ammunition for protection
With this heat, a body builder turn into a pipsqueak
My gun is so powerful that even a strong man would become weak against it
They turn to vegetarians, they don't wanna end up mince meat
My gun is so powerful that people become scared of it and would rather become vegetarians than face its power
You'll see, where the mortuary was at, I know you miss me
I have been involved in violent altercations in the past and know that people have been looking for me
Snatch the gat, brrr-at! And lyrically wreck that ass officially
I am not afraid to use my gun and my words to intimidate and cause fear
I see you live in fairytales, niggas better switch beefs
I see that you are living in a fantasy world and you need to change your approach or face consequences
I had a tooth fairy choke his ass up outa his sleep
I have even attacked people while they were sleeping, showing my willingness to be violent at any time
Problem with Chamillionaire? Do they mention any names?
I have had issues with other rappers, but I don't mention them by name, as I don't want to create more problems
Hell no! You scared crow? Try your best to be brave
I know that others are afraid of me and I challenge them to face me and be brave
Got a Smith & Wesson bro, we know that you gon' behave
I carry a powerful gun and those who see it know they must be on their best behavior to avoid any conflict
Safety, your locksmith, like you could get a key made
I am not afraid to use my gun and I am skilled in its use, like a locksmith is skilled in making keys
You all up on the thang like little girls turning teenage
Others act like little girls around me, but I am not impressed by their behavior
You really a bunch of hoes like 6th street at Texas relays
Others are weak and cowardly, like prostitutes in a certain area in Texas
Ohio to Chicago, I got niggas in them PJ's
I have connections and allies in different places and levels of society
Bully, skinny, but the arms strong like you was BJ's
Despite my small stature, I am strong and capable of defending myself, like someone who works at a well-known gym chain
I hear these rapping niggas but believe I'm not a fan of it
I hear other rappers, but I am not impressed and do not look up to them
I'm here to rid the rap game of all its contaminants
I believe that the rap game needs to be purified and cleaned of lesser artists
I'm better than the average, I want her, I can have the chick
I know that I am above average and can have any woman I want, showing my confidence and arrogance
Doing the same pose as Paris Hilton in them camera flicks (haha)
I am mocking other rappers and their attempts to imitate famous people to gain attention and fame
The mathematics get big cause I'm demanding it
I am focused on achieving success and will do whatever it takes to reach my goals
Raping the rap game while these other suckers is romancing it
I am taking over the rap game by force while others are trying to make it appealing and pleasing, showing my contempt for weakness
They worried about its feelings, they don't wanna take a chance with it
Others are overly cautious and concerned about offending the rap game, while I am not afraid to take risks and push boundaries
Kissing up to the game with rose petals and a candle lit haha
Others are trying to impress the rap game by being romantic and charming, but I see through their act and mock them for it
I'm a southern boy, therefore I stunt
I am proud of my southern roots and show off my success and wealth
Y'all city slickers, we call it country dump
I am from the country and see the city people as inferior, showing my regional pride
And I'm chilling like a villain off a killing
I am relaxed and confident, like a villain after a successful act of violence
Looking at the ceilings like I'm a get in for realer
I am constantly planning my next move and looking for opportunities to succeed
I'm a get it regardless, hard as it is
I am determined to succeed no matter what challenges I face and how difficult it may be
Who wants to be a millionaire? Know how I'm a get a million
I know how to make money and will do what it takes to become a millionaire
And I'm in the pavilion
I am successful and enjoy luxuries like sitting in private pavilions
Chilling with my girl but I don't speak Sicilian
I am with my girlfriend, but we do not speak a secret language like Sicilian mafia members would
But we both count the same as
We are both equal in our relationship despite our language differences
Long as when I say I'm with it, it come out the same as
As long as we understand each other and are on the same page, our communication is effective
If I wanna win with it but I'm out the game
Even though I may have retired from the game, I still know how to win and be successful
Y'all boys trynna get me killed, huh
Others are trying to take me out or harm me, but I am aware and prepared for their threats
You know the Feds are my biggest fans
The government is keeping a close eye on me and is interested in my activities and success, showing that I am under scrutiny
I got to watch what the little one's saying, man
I have to be careful with my words and actions, especially around those who are younger or more impressionable
They see my momma and they wanna pull her over
Even my mother is subjected to scrutiny and attention from law enforcement and others, showing how closely I am being monitored
Cause she ain't got no number on the back of the Rover
She may not have a license plate or other identifying markers on her car, leading to suspicion and scrutiny
And yep, I'm locing
I am aware of the dangers and threats around me, but I am also confident and fearless
There's cooler ways to die but I'm smoking
There may be less dangerous ways to live or die, but I am choosing to live on the edge and take risks
There's cooler ways to ride but I'm soaring
There may be more luxurious ways to travel or exist, but I am happy with my current lifestyle and success
Might do the young G5 or G4
I may choose to travel on a private jet, showing my wealth and success
Ay, you never know, when your boy might touring
I may be travelling for business or pleasure, and am open to the possibilities and opportunities of life
Just trynna get me some air on Mike Jordan
I am trying to achieve success and rise to the top like Michael Jordan, showing my competitive nature
Of this whole thing right here, I'm staring
I am focused and attentive to everything going on around me, and am not easily distracted
Y'all boys just appear, I'm here, the Tardis
Others may come and go, but I am a constant presence and have a powerful influence, similar to a Tardis from Doctor Who
So applaud him, yeah
I am deserving of praise and admiration for my success and achievements
Chinky eyes, keep faring
My Asian heritage is evident in my features, like my small eyes
Look like Keith Moorer, street aura, uh
My appearance is similar to Keith Moorer, and I exude a powerful and intimidating aura
Still I hustled in the street like he poorer
Even though I am successful and wealthy, I still have the same drive and work ethic as someone who is struggling
Run up on him you sleep and eat aura
If someone tries to attack me, they will quickly realize the power and strength of my aura and presence
Decent Christians, he owes momma, those
Even though I may not always act in a religious or moral manner, I still respect and honor my mother and her values
Gucci seatbelts will look better with the barker
I am stylish and fashionable, even down to the seatbelts in my car
Sit up in my office, you need to rebound
I am successful and have a professional office, and can offer guidance and assistance to those who need it
You got a box out, get up put a baller on
I use basketball terms to emphasize the importance of being competitive and aggressive in life
I'm right back with ya, never leave ya lonely
I am always there for my friends and allies, never leaving them alone or stranded
Forget about Frank momma, I can be your Tony
I am like a strong and dependable figure in someone's life, similar to Tony Soprano from The Sopranos, and am willing to take care of them
Weezy F. Baby man
This is a nickname or call-sign for the artist, adding to his persona and image
Lyrics Ā© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TIMOTHY MOSLEY, SHAWN CARTER, BARRY REESE, KASSEEM DEAN, MARY J. BLIGE
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