Ghetto Girl
Half-A-Mill Lyrics


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Verse 1:
I used to watch you in the schoolyard while you jump rope
baretts in your hair, fresh gear, your Brothers pump dope
I approached you but no others could come close, I used to buy you
slices of Pizza and Strawberry iceys
gentleman style, always talkin' very nicely
everytime we played House I'd be the Husband you the Wifey
Mom dukes whoopin' your ass because you liked me
walkin' down the block switchin' ya ass tryin' to excite me
I still have those letters that you used to write me
about how since we met up you see the future brightly
young love, smooth and politely
untouched
my one touch had you sprung up
on the phone for hours
I told you before we hung up, "Young stuff, this World is ours"
together Girl we can make a better World
my ghetto Girl....

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You're my ghetto girl in a ghetto World
for you I'd dead the World
I'll never forget my ghetto girl
you're a ghetto girl in a ghetto World
gave me a better World
I'll never forget my ghetto girl
you're a ghetto girl in a ghetto World
for you I'd dead the World
I'll never forget my ghetto girl

Verse 2:
I still spend days reminiscin'
age changed, different livin'
cables and chains, waves spinnin'
had you in the projects, the Gods knowledged you as my Wisdom
always around tryin' to lock me down like Prison
I saw your vision
always wishin' for the day we'd have kids'n
wedding and a Cristening
baguettes around your wrist'n
chicks used to say to you always "Why you stick with him?"
"Every conversation we have you always mention him"
in all actuality they just mad 'cause I ain't get with them
and all the Men they ever had seemed to split on them
but I ain't gonna do you like those Cats did to them
hustlin' cracks, bustin' the MAC so nice clothes can cover your back
you lovin' me and I'm lovin' you back
rubbin' your back
can't nobody tell you other than that.

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Verse 3:
Out of this World
no more Guess, you're a Gibana girl
givin' me Sex, you were a "I guess I'll try it" girl
still into baguettes, Tennis set type of World
Black Queen Nefertiti in the flesh in my World
in the best of my World
you're obsessed with my World
I'd tell you how much I was blessed since you stepped in my World
I loved to caress you and express to you
I only want what's best for you
sexin' you in unforgettable ways, I treasure you
pleasure you to an extent that's imeasureable
it's terrible, with every intent to put the spell on you
share with you
in Eight-Fifty-I's you see a clearer view
here boo, this Six is for you
I want you to live it too.





Chorus

Overall Meaning

The first verse of Half-A-Mill's song "Ghetto Girl" describes how the singer used to watch a girl in the schoolyard while she jump roped. He was infatuated by her and would buy her slices of pizza and strawberry iceys. They played house together and he was always the husband while she was the wife. The girl's mother did not approve of their relationship and punished her daughter when she found out about it. Despite that, the singer still has the letters that the girl had written to him. He promises her that they will build a better world together.


In the second verse, the singer reflects on how much their lives have changed since they started dating. He remembers the days when they were both still living in the projects and how he would try to show her a better life. The girl had dreams of settling down, getting married, and having kids. The singer assures her that he won't leave her and how much he loves her. He recounts how other girls were jealous of him and how he provides for her. He also mentions that they have transcended beyond the ghetto into a different world with better things.


Throughout the song, it can be inferred that the singer views the girl as someone who deserves a better life. He is committed to her and will do whatever it takes to make her happy. He sees himself as someone who can bring some stability and security to her life, which might not have been possible in her rough upbringing.


Line by Line Meaning

I used to watch you in the schoolyard while you jump rope
I used to observe you while you played in the schoolyard, skipping rope.


baretts in your hair, fresh gear, your Brothers pump dope
You had your hair styled with barrettes and wore fresh clothing, while your brothers sold drugs in the neighborhood.


I approached you but no others could come close, I used to buy you slices of Pizza and Strawberry iceys
I pursued you romantically and no one could match my attention. I used to impress you by purchasing pizza slices and strawberry ice drinks for you.


gentleman style, always talkin' very nicely
I always behaved in a polite manner, with the mannerisms of a gentleman.


everytime we played House I'd be the Husband you the Wifey
Whenever we played pretend family games, I would act as the husband and you would be the wife.


Mom dukes whoopin' your ass because you liked me
Your mother punished you physically because she disapproved of your attraction towards me.


walkin' down the block switchin' ya ass tryin' to excite me
Walking down the street, you moved your hips suggestively to attract my attention.


I still have those letters that you used to write me
I have preserved the letters that you wrote to me in the past.


about how since we met up you see the future brightly
In those letters, you expressed optimism about our future after having met each other.


young love, smooth and politely
We had a young and innocent love that was filled with gentleness and politeness.


untouched my one touch had you sprung up
You were inexperienced romantically, but my touch was enough to make you very interested in me.


on the phone for hours I told you before we hung up, "Young stuff, this World is ours"
We talked on the phone for hours and I reassured you that we could conquer the world together.


together Girl we can make a better World, my ghetto Girl....
In unison, we were a powerful team that could create a better world, my dear girl.


You're my ghetto girl in a ghetto World for you I'd dead the World
You are the queen of the ghetto world that I am willing to go to any lengths to protect and prioritize.


I'll never forget my ghetto girl you're a ghetto girl in a ghetto World gave me a better World
I will always remember you as my girl from the ghetto, who helped me transform that world into a better place.


Out of this World no more Guess, you're a Gibana girl
You are beyond this earthly world, and you no longer wear low-end 'Guess' fashion brand items; instead, you flaunt luxury 'Gibana' fashion.


givin' me Sex, you were a "I guess I'll try it" girl
Initially, you were unsure about sexual activity but later, it was no longer a mystery, as you gave yourself to me.


still into baguettes, Tennis set type of World
You still enjoy wearing diamond baguettes and playing tennis in a high society setting.


Black Queen Nefertiti in the flesh in my World
You are a beautiful and powerful woman like the black Egyptian queen Nefertiti in my universe.


in the best of my World you're obsessed with my World
You are loyal and devoted to me, and you thrive in your place as the best in the world that I have created.


sexin' you in unforgettable ways, I treasure you pleasure you to an extent that's imeasureable
My love for you is such that I show you unforgettable sexual pleasures that I cherish, and I love you unconditionally.


it's terrible, with every intent to put the spell on you share with you in Eight-Fifty-I's you see a clearer view here boo, this Six is for you
It's a great thing, as I intend to woo and charm you with diamonds and material symbols of my love here. You see the world from a different perspective thanks to our relationship, and this new Mercedes is yours to drive.


I want you to live it too.
I desire that you enjoy and live life to the fullest with me.


for you I'd dead the World I'll never forget my ghetto girl
You are my top priority in life, and I would do anything to protect you from harm, and I will never forget you, my love.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHAD SIMPSON, MICHAEL HARRIS, PAUL HUDSON

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