Brooklyn-based rapper Half-a-Mill climbed his way up from the underground i… Read Full Bio ↴Brooklyn-based rapper Half-a-Mill climbed his way up from the underground in the late '90s and nearly broke into the mainstream. His initial breakthrough came in 1997 with an appearance on the one and only album by the Firm, a highly touted supergroup featuring Nas, AZ, Nature, and Foxy Brown alongside producers Dr. Dre and the Trackmasters. Following this high-profile appearance, Half-a-Mill then contributed "Some Niggaz" to the Def Jam-released Belly soundtrack in 1998, setting the stage for his solo debut, "Thug Ones." The momentous track, which featured Noreaga, Kool G Rap, and Musolini, sent ripples through the New York hardcore rap scene in 1999 and became the leadoff single for Half-a-Mill's debut album, Million. Unfortunately, the album, released in 2000, didn't do as well as many had expected, moving only about 40,000 units -- a respectable number yet not quite on a par with the big boys -- and the Brooklyn rapper lost much of his momentum. He returned two years later in 2002 with his second effort, Da Hustle Don't Stop, which Warlock Records had preceded with the release of "Still." With its defiant hook, this radio-serviced single took aim at those who claim Half-a-Mill had fallen off: "Still gangsta/still ghetto/still street."

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Half-A-Mil Lyrics

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From the top from the top
From the top uhh, yeah

I gotta stay fly in this bitch
Leopard print on my kicks
She just wanna swang with a nigga
HB, what it is give her all access
We in VIP, damn in the with the twins

On the shrimps big ass diamonds, hella clear
These niggas hella
I guess I was supposed to be scared
My shit caught
Even when I'm chillin' I be dressed fresh
My ashtray - Hermes
I'm a native nigga, you a pilgrim
She almost climax from the building

I gotta stay fly in this bitch
Print on my kicks
She just wanna swang with a nigga
HB, what it is

Ayy, shit, I'm at the crib
Can't get none of y'all niggas access
Things changed
I'ma need a sharp knife, look at the stakes
Blood on my collar, look at the stains
Walk through the fire, fire people are higher
Technician flow, a nigga had to rewire
This is unfriendly reminder
When I start to buss, I do not cease fire
Seeing shit, clear that I do not see prior
Left eye in the scope, no sniper
Do the most for niggas, still to villain
Never brought a kid in this world
But I got children
Help niggas get out their momma crib
Get out the jungles
Gotta keep blessing, I get it back double
I think we finna bubble, going for the win
Half-A-Mil, OPM
And you know I'm still reppin' HS87
Talk cake, no wedding
I ain't got no answers for your questions

I gotta stay fly in this bitch
Print on my kicks
She just wanna swang with a nigga
HB, what it is

Uhh stevie Wonder gon' fuck with this

- "See, I feel like it's time for us
To, like, go out, go away from here
You know what I mean? I been thinking
About it for a long time"
- "Where do we go?"
- "T, let's go to Africa"
- "Shit, nigga, please be for real"
- "Yo, I never been so serious in my
Life i mean, we been to islands
We been everywhere who says we
Can't go to Africa?"
- "I mean but, I mean shhh, I mean
I don't know africa's far"
- "So what?! I'm sayin'
Just think about us that's

All we ever talk about, that's our dream
To go to our homeland where our roots are"

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Half-A-Mil's song "ALL ACCESS" portray a sense of confidence and swagger. The opening lines suggest a desire to maintain a stylish and fashionable presence, as indicated by the leopard print on the singer's shoes. The lyrics also allude to a woman who wants to be associated with the singer, offering her "all access" to his world. The singer mentions being in the VIP section with the twins, implying a luxurious and extravagant lifestyle. They also boast about their clear, large diamonds while dismissing the fear or intimidation others may feel around them.

As the song continues, the singer switches to a more introspective tone. They mention being at home and not granting access to anyone, suggesting a sense of independence and self-preservation. The lyrics hint at a change in circumstances, symbolized by the need for a sharp knife and blood on their collar, representing the stakes at hand. The singer talks about overcoming challenges and obstacles, embodying a resilient and fearless mindset. There is a focus on personal growth and helping others, highlighted by references to raising children and assisting people in escaping difficult environments. The lyrics conclude by expressing confidence in their ability to succeed and make a mark in the music industry.

Line by Line Meaning

From the top from the top
Starting anew, from the very beginning

From the top uhh, yeah
Starting fresh, with enthusiasm

I gotta stay fly in this bitch
I need to maintain my style and confidence in this environment

Leopard print on my kicks
My shoes have an extravagant and eye-catching leopard print design

She just wanna swang with a nigga
She simply wants to have a good time and hang out with me

HB, what it is give her all access
HB refers to Half-A-Mil, and I provide her with complete access and freedom in our interaction

We in VIP, damn in the with the twins
We are in the VIP section, having a great time with beautiful women

On the shrimps big ass diamonds, hella clear
I am wearing expensive diamonds that are large and extremely clear

These niggas hella
These guys are really fake or pretentious

I guess I was supposed to be scared
They expected me to be intimidated, but I wasn't

My shit caught
My possessions are fashionable and attention-grabbing

Even when I'm chillin' I be dressed fresh
I always look stylish, even in a relaxed state

My ashtray - Hermes
Even the ashtray I use is a luxurious Hermes brand

I'm a native nigga, you a pilgrim
I embrace and belong to this culture, while you are an outsider or imitator

She almost climax from the building
The energy and excitement of the environment led her to a state of euphoria

Ayy, shit, I'm at the crib
Hey, I'm at home

Can't get none of y'all niggas access
None of you can enter my personal life or gain my trust

Things changed
The situation or circumstances have transformed

I'ma need a sharp knife, look at the stakes
I require precision and a high level of commitment, considering the risks involved

Blood on my collar, look at the stains
I have experienced challenges and sacrifices, evident by the stains on my clothing

Walk through the fire, fire people are higher
I have faced difficulties and come out stronger, and those who surpass such obstacles have a greater level of respect

Technician flow, a nigga had to rewire
My rap style is skillful and precise, as I had to reconfigure my mindset and approach to achieve success

This is unfriendly reminder
I am reminding everyone in an aggressive manner

When I start to buss, I do not cease fire
When I start rapping aggressively, I do not stop

Seeing shit, clear that I do not see prior
I am perceiving things in a new and distinct way

Left eye in the scope, no sniper
I am focused and observant, but not in a dangerous or malicious way

Do the most for niggas, still to villain
I go above and beyond for people, but I am still seen as the bad guy

Never brought a kid in this world
I have never brought a child into this world

But I got children
However, I have metaphorical 'children' who I support and take care of

Help niggas get out their momma crib
I assist others in moving out of their parents' homes

Get out the jungles
I help individuals escape challenging or dangerous environments

Gotta keep blessing, I get it back double
I have to continue being generous and kind, as I will receive twice as much in return

I think we finna bubble, going for the win
I believe we are about to experience significant success and rise to the top, aiming for victory

Half-A-Mil, OPM
Referring to the artist and his crew, OPM (Other People's Money)

And you know I'm still reppin' HS87
I proudly represent HS87, a musical collective

Talk cake, no wedding
We discuss money and wealth, but not in relation to marriage

I ain't got no answers for your questions
I do not have any solutions or responses to your inquiries

Uhh stevie Wonder gon' fuck with this
Even the legendary Stevie Wonder would enjoy and appreciate this song

"See, I feel like it's time for us
Having a conversation about their desire to leave their current location and explore new places

To, like, go out, go away from here
They want to depart and escape the current situation and surroundings

You know what I mean? I been thinking
Expressing a desire to travel and broaden their horizons, as it has been on their mind

About it for a long time"
They have been contemplating and considering this idea for an extended period

"Where do we go?"
Asking where they should venture to

"T, let's go to Africa"
Proposing that they go to Africa as their chosen destination

"Shit, nigga, please be for real"
Expressing skepticism or disbelief, hoping that the suggestion is genuine

"Yo, I never been so serious in my
Insisting that they have never been more sincere or genuine in their intentions

Life i mean, we been to islands
Acknowledging that they have visited various islands in the past

We been everywhere who says we
Highlighting the fact that they have traveled extensively and can continue exploring new places

Can't go to Africa?"
Challenging the idea that Africa is unreachable, when they have been to so many other places

"I mean but, I mean shhh, I mean
Acknowledging the distance and challenges associated with traveling to Africa, but suggesting that they should keep it a secret

I don't know africa's far"
Admitting uncertainty and recognizing that Africa is a considerable distance away

"So what?! I'm sayin'
Disregarding the distance and emphasizing the importance of pursuing their dream

Just think about us that's
Encouraging the other person to focus on their shared aspirations

All we ever talk about, that's our dream
Highlighting the fact that going to Africa is a recurring topic in their conversations and represents their ultimate goal

To go to our homeland where our roots are"
Expressing the desire to travel to Africa, the place where they truly belong and have ancestral ties

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