Lay Down
Hayden James Lyrics


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[50 Cent]
G-Unit, they ain't ready

[Chorus: 50 Cent]
I don't know what you been thinkin', don't know what you been drinkin'
But you get outta line boy, I'll lay your ass down!
Don't know what you been thinkin', don't know what you been drinkin'
But you get outta line boy, I'll lay your ass down!

[50 Cent]
I've been out in LA with Dre and Snoop for so long
I'm fin ta Crip walk and put some motherfucking khakis on
No that's alright man I ain't got nothin' to prove
I'm rich but I still live like I got nothin' to lose
Look man, I don't know what you been drinkin' I don't know what you been thinkin'
But get outta line and it's oops upside ya head
The media they write whatever they choose
And the cops stay on my ass so I stay on the news
These other rap niggas couldn't walk in my shoes
Went through a bunch of bullshit while I was paying my dues
They say my music make a gangsta want to pop somethin'
Well tell them niggas to get poppin' & stop frontin'
You heard of me but do you know how I get down
Stay with a vest on, roll wit a couple tre-pounds
In case you motherfuckers want to jump bad now
I'll start some bullshit and I'm a lay ya punk ass down

[Chorus]

[Young Buck]
Hittin' niggas from long range for writin' the wrong things
My name Young Buck but I look like a old man
Just 'cause I like ice don't compare me to Lil Wayne
I make rap niggas disappear like Lil Zane
See Buck been shot, but not more than 50
I don't dance, what I look like signin' wit Diddy?
I got plans, grenades and the G-Unit wit me
And on command, we spray give a fuck who we hittin'
What's in my hand? A tan 'bout a hundred and sixty
Hollow tips, four-fifths with the rubber grip
Crips and Bloods they show me love like I'm claimin' a set
These industry niggas know they better pay me my check
I get a kick outta seein' these broke ass rappers
Ten people showed up that's why your show got canceled
50 whatever they did to the kid is handled
Niggas callin' for these features but they get no answers
Fuck y'all niggas

[Chorus]

[50 Cent]
Everywhere we go, just leaves number one
We won't stop, every Billboard chart (we number one, number one, number one)
Man we own that slot, we won't stop

[Chorus]

[Lloyd Banks]
A bitch know it's a privilege if I stop to check her
Nigga all I got is hot shit the kids call me Dr. Pepper
And I don't mean a soda
The 16 top shot loader'll bend ya ass up like yoga
Your fuckin' wit a soldier
I'm selling tickets for a first class trip to a hospital folder
So please keep talkin'
So we can spread your feet, and have you on your boulevard Walkin'
The birds keep hawkin', why?
'Cause I'm burnin every CD and Walkman from D.C. to Boston
I laugh at a snotty chick, bitch I don't argue
I'll leave a print in your ass from a karate kick
Them niggas that Javey wit, got guns on the big body tip
And if they pull out you'd prolly shit




Jewelry got me in heavy gray pictures
Plus I light up trees like every day's Christmas

Overall Meaning

Please note that the lyrics provided are not from Hayden James's song Lay Down but from 50 Cent's song Lay Down.


The lyrics to 50 Cent's song Lay Down depict the rapper taking on a confrontational stance towards anyone who crosses him. The chorus warns anyone who might be thinking about causing trouble that they will be taken down if they step out of line. The lyrics also touch on themes of wealth, power, and fame, with 50 Cent asserting that he is rich but doesn't need to prove anything to anyone. He references the media's coverage of him and the scrutiny he faces from law enforcement, but also asserts that he has paid his dues as a rapper. Other rappers are dismissed as lesser than 50 Cent, and the lyrics contain threats of violence towards those who provoke him.


The lyrics of "Lay Down" are typical of 50 Cent's style of rap, which is known for its confrontational and aggressive tone. The song was released in 2003 as part of the album "Get Rich or Die Tryin'" and was produced by Denaun Porter. It features guest appearances by Lloyd Banks and Young Buck, who contribute their own verses to the song.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't know what you been thinkin', don't know what you been drinkin'
I don't understand your actions, and why you're behaving a certain way.


But you get outta line boy, I'll lay your ass down!
If you cross me or act inappropriately, I'll take you down with force.


I've been out in LA with Dre and Snoop for so long
I've lived in Los Angeles and spent a lot of time with Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg.


I'm fin ta Crip walk and put some motherfucking khakis on
I'm going to perform the Crip Walk dance and wear khaki clothing associated with the gang culture.


No that's alright man I ain't got nothin' to prove
I'm comfortable with who I am and don't need to prove myself to anyone.


I'm rich but I still live like I got nothin' to lose
Despite my wealth, I still live my life without fear or caution.


Look man, I don't know what you been drinkin' I don't know what you been thinkin'
I'm still trying to understand why you're behaving this way.


But get outta line and it's oops upside ya head
If you misbehave, I'll knock some sense into you.


The media they write whatever they choose
The media has the freedom to write anything they want, whether it's true or not.


And the cops stay on my ass so I stay on the news
The police constantly monitor my actions, and the media reports any news related to me.


These other rap niggas couldn't walk in my shoes
Other rappers don't have the same experiences and hardships as me.


Went through a bunch of bullshit while I was paying my dues
I had to deal with a lot of difficult situations before I became successful.


They say my music make a gangsta want to pop somethin'
My music is often associated with violent behavior and may inspire gangsters to act out.


Well tell them niggas to get poppin' & stop frontin'
If someone wants to act out violently, they should just do it and stop pretending.


You heard of me but do you know how I get down
People have heard of me but they may not understand my lifestyle or personality.


Stay with a vest on, roll wit a couple tre-pounds
I'm always prepared for danger and carry a few guns with me.


In case you motherfuckers want to jump bad now
If someone wants to start a fight or cause trouble, I'm ready for it.


Everywhere we go, just leaves number one
The G-Unit is always successful and at the top of their game.


We won't stop, every Billboard chart (we number one, number one, number one)
We're determined to keep succeeding and getting number one hits on the Billboard chart.


Man we own that slot, we won't stop
We're in control of our success and won't let anything stop us.


And I don't mean a soda
When I say Dr. Pepper, I'm not referring to the soda brand.


The 16 top shot loader'll bend ya ass up like yoga
This gun I have can cause severe physical harm and injury.


These industry niggas know they better pay me my check
Other people in the music industry owe me money and they better pay up.


I laugh at a snotty chick, bitch I don't argue
I don't waste my time arguing with women who are rude or condescending.


Jewelry got me in heavy gray pictures
My jewelry is expensive and makes me a target for thieves and criminals.


Plus I light up trees like every day's Christmas
I smoke marijuana very often, as if it's a holiday tradition.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOHN WILLIAM WOLOSCHUK, DAVID DARNELL BROWN, CHRISTOPHER CHARLES LLOYD, CURTIS JAMES JACKSON

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bananabread tan

0:35 ... one of the best drops ever

Krenare Citaku

Hayden James & James Blake have smthg in common... sounds :D. But this song is reallyyyy niceee...

native_chrysocolla

<3

John Figueroa

the breathing sounds like a clicker

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