The Hot Boys were originally based loosely on a group of hustlers and gangsters that ran uptown New Orleans in the late 80's and early 90's. The original Hot Boys were Terrence "Gangsta" Williams (Brother of Cash Money CEO Bryan "Birdman" Williams) Sterling, Mosquito, and Dooney. The only surviving Hot Boy is Gangsta, who is currently serving three life sentences in Ohio. Bryan "Birdman" Williams has always maintained a close relationship with the remaining Hot Boy, which has fueled rumors that the Cash Money CEO may be involved in illegal activities, including the 1996 murder of Cash Money rapper Yella Boy of U.N.L.V.. The later Hot Boys group on Cash Money took this name, but had no connection with this earlier group.
Throughout the year of 2001, there was a lot of controversy surrounding legal issues within members of the group. Juvenile, B.G., and Turk felt like they weren't getting their "fair share" in their money from Baby and Slim, the owners of Cash Money Records. This led to the three departing from Cash Money Records in 2002. After some time away from the label, they resigned in 2003 and the group released their third and to date last album, titled Let 'Em Burn. Following this album more issues with the label ensued, and the three again left Cash Money. From then until 2010, Lil Wayne was the only former Hot Boys member still on Cash Money. However, this changed in 2010 when B.G. & Turk resigned with the label.
In 2007, B.G. and Lil Wayne announced that the Hot Boys would reunite for another album in 2010.[4] To further the announcement, on a televised interview promoting Tha Carter III, Lil Wayne stated to the public, "this was going to happen, and not just a rumor, but that some things needed to be taken care of before the album is a possibility". This led to a surprise track on a Lil Wayne mixtape with the Hot Boys and Mannie Fresh called "Money All Around Me" which also promoted their reunion. On B.G.'s album Too Hood to Be Hollywood, Ya Heard Me with B.G., Juvenile, and Trey Songz debuted as a possible single for their upcoming album.The Hot Boys officially reunited on stage at a concert.
Let 'Em Burn
Hot Boy$ Lyrics
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Fa sheezy nigga come here to burn this whole motherfuckin city down
Know what I'm sayin, see what I'm sayin' slugga
We bad than a motherfucker
[Verse One: Juvenile]
If I got a problem with a nigga I'm gon' tell him to his face
Fuck holdin it in on my chest, heelin' the case
I'll have you in some shit that you can never escape
Look, all them motherfuckers be throwin' them hailmarries
A nigga make you think he bout it, but the hoe is scary
You know how that be, talkin' that shit to they clique
But if you catch 'em by theyself they transform to a bitch
Nothin but T tellin me "what's happenin' Juvey"
Smokin cause they heard the click clack of my oozie
Choosin cause you not rememberin' what you said
You was fuckin' clean over me nigga now I feel played
Now where the iron at, where the hoe mouth at
You think you walkin' away from here, bitch I doubt that
I got you stranded, I got you stuck out
You never thought that you would show up at your ? house
[Chorus]
We let 'em burn nigga, we let 'em burn nigga
(All these niggas want be hot boys) We let 'em burn nigga
We let 'em burn nigga, we let 'em burn nigga
(All these niggas stealin' Fresh tracks) We let 'em burn nigga
We let 'em burn nigga, we let 'em burn nigga
(All these niggas hatin' Cash Money) We let 'em burn nigga
We let 'em burn nigga, we let 'em burn nigga
(All these niggas want be hot boys) We let 'em burn nigga
[Verse Two: B.G.]
Give me a can of gas, a torch, my strap and I'm gon' ride
Once I find who I'm lookin' for I'll set 'em on fire
Searchin for niggas out there disrespectin' the game
It's gon' get real, we don't clear that reppin' off our name
I'm genuine, I got the right to say I'm hot
I feel steam through the process burnin beamers at the cops
Geezy been through it, if I said I done it you gon believe I did do it
Everyday hood shit I lived through it
I don't throw a brick and hide my hand
If I make a statement I can stand up actin' like a man
Swimmin' with sharks, drinkin' with gorillas, playin capers with snakes, I'm affiliated with killers
Player haters I drop 'em, Slim I got 'em
I chooka chooka chop 'em, chooka chooka chop 'em
I hope you people smart, and they got life insuarance
Cause I catch ya down, strike a match and let you burn
[Chorus]
We let 'em burn nigga, we let 'em burn nigga
(All these niggas want be hot boys) We let 'em burn nigga
We let 'em burn nigga, we let 'em burn nigga
(All these niggas stealin' Fresh tracks) We let 'em burn nigga
We let 'em burn nigga, we let 'em burn nigga
(All these niggas hatin' Cash Money) We let 'em burn nigga
We let 'em burn nigga, we let 'em burn nigga
(All these niggas want be hot boys) We let 'em burn nigga
[Verse Three: Turk]
Is you ready for this guerrilla war? I don't think so
Hit your block with fifty shots, see nothin' but gunsmoke
Slip up and you get popped ant gonna be no second chances
Do filled and get filled, so take it like a man and
What you gon' do when the tables turn nigga
Better be ready shoot and let'em burn nigga
Fuck wit' the wrong dude and you gon' learn nigga
Get out of order and you get what you earn nigga
I'm untamed, I be wilin' the streets thuggin'
Me and Lil' Wayne, two young niggas that can't be trusted
Even though I'm young I'm still a hard hitta'
Soulja out Magnolia, bitch nigga wig-splitta
A nigga who kill ya and dump ya body in the river
Get rid of the murder weapon
So they don't know that I did ya in and
Any nigga come in that water for ya, nigga they drownin'
Pass the sets nigga it'll be you that I'm downin'
[Chorus]
We let 'em burn nigga, we let 'em burn nigga
(All these niggas want be hot boys) We let 'em burn nigga
We let 'em burn nigga, we let 'em burn nigga
(All these niggas stealin' Fresh tracks) We let 'em burn nigga
We let 'em burn nigga, we let 'em burn nigga
(All these niggas hatin' Cash Money) We let 'em burn nigga
We let 'em burn nigga, we let 'em burn nigga
(All these niggas want be hot boys) We let 'em burn nigga
[Verse Four: Lil' Wayne]
Now I'm runnin with all these killas so all I know is head bustin'
Keep a gun and I pull the trigger clear the block in a hurry
All that unnecessary jaw-jabbin' I let my pistol bark at 'em
Never thought niggas would start static bring that guerrilla war at em
The danger boys pull out the heat
And hit they street and just gon flame the boys
Them niggas from the U.P.T. you just can't tame the boys
Them niggas from the C.M.B. they iron slangers boy
Better whatch out, whatch out
Pull up on the set and just hop out with the glock out
Leave a nigga wet and flip they block out and shot out
Bullets be hummin', my niggas be stompin'
Cowards be runnin like them "woop" people comin
Got a ?tums? with a drum in em with a fire suit on
Come from up top the fire truck and let my rockets shoot off
Chopper knockin' you off, bullets turnin' up
Ain't no stopin' them HB's cause we burnin' up
[Chorus]
We let 'em burn nigga, we let 'em burn nigga
(All these niggas want be hot boys) We let 'em burn nigga
We let 'em burn nigga, we let 'em burn nigga
(All these niggas stealin' Fresh tracks) We let 'em burn nigga
We let 'em burn nigga, we let 'em burn nigga
(All these niggas hatin' Cash Money) We let 'em burn nigga
We let 'em burn nigga, we let 'em burn nigga
(All these niggas want be hot boys) We let 'em burn nigga
The lyrics to Hot Boy$'s song Let 'Em Burn depicts the group's violent and confrontational approach towards their enemies. The song communicates their willingness to confront and eliminate anyone who is deemed to be disloyal or disrespectful to their crew. In the first verse, Juvenile talks about his willingness to confront someone face-to-face and his frustration with people who act tough in a group but turn cowardly when they are alone. B.G. communicates his similar approach in the second verse, stating that he will not hesitate to use violence against those who disrespect his crew. Turk's verse speaks to his willingness to engage in guerrilla warfare to eliminate his enemies. Finally, Lil' Wayne's verse talks about his association with killers and the danger his crew presents to those who cross them.
The lyrics of Let 'Em Burn ultimately communicate how Hot Boy$ view their enemies and how they believe they should be dealt with. While the song's message may be unsettling, it highlights the intense loyalty and brotherhood that Hot Boy$ had for each other.
Line by Line Meaning
If I got a problem with a nigga I'm gon' tell him to his face
If there is an issue with someone, I will confront them directly.
Fuck holdin it in on my chest, heelin' the case
I won't keep it inside and let it fester, I will deal with it.
I don't hang with too many niggaz cause some niggas is fake
I don't have many friends because some people are not genuine.
You know how that be, talkin' that shit to they clique
People will talk big when they are with their group of friends.
Now where the iron at, where the hoe mouth at
Where is the gun and where is the snitch at?
Give me a can of gas, a torch, my strap and I'm gon' ride
I will go anywhere armed with gasoline, a torch and weapons.
It's gon' get real, we don't clear that reppin' off our name
We will not tolerate anyone disrespecting us or our reputation.
Swimmin' with sharks, drinkin' with gorillas, playin capers with snakes, I'm affiliated with killers
I am used to dangerous and criminal company.
Hit your block with fifty shots, see nothin' but gunsmoke
I will cause a lot of damage with fifty bullets and create a lot of smoke.
Do filled and get filled, so take it like a man and
If you dish it out, be prepared to get it back.
Even though I'm young I'm still a hard hitta'
Despite my age, I am still a tough and formidable opponent.
Pull up on the set and just hop out with the glock out
I will arrive with my gun in hand and ready to use it.
Got a ?tums? with a drum in em with a fire suit on
I have a gun with a drum magazine and a fireproof suit on.
Chopper knockin' you off, bullets turnin' up
My weapon will take you out and the bullets will keep coming.
Ain't no stopin' them HB's cause we burnin' up
We are unstoppable because we are on fire and filled with energy.
Lyrics © Budde Music Publishing GmbH, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: THOMAS DYBDAHL, MORTEN JOHAN OLSEN, JOHANNES BUTZER, MAGNUS BANG OLSEN, SELIMA TAIBI, TOMMY BALDU
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