Down Here
Hot Boys Lyrics


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Artist: Hot Boys
Album: Let 'Em Burn
Song: Down Here
Typed by: CaTasHtRoPhE21@aol.com

[B.G.]
(y'kno about the Hot Boys nigga, why'kno about the Hot Boys nigga)
Nigga say New Orleans fake, nigga better fear down here
We have mo' muders than the days and a year down here
You got coke - we'd a make ya disappear down here
You outta line - we'd a leave ya block clear down here
If you ain't from here, you better not come live down here
We drank Champagne - we don't fuck with beer down here
We straight snakes - we come at'cha from the rear down here
We straight guerillas - you +Get It How you Live!+ down here
I'ma chopper toter - I ain't never showed no fear
I duct tape ya - rope ya and cut ya from ear ta ear
BGeezy is one of the hottest niggaz in the pad
Get outta line with me and I'll leave ya shit flat
Clickin' and clackin' blacka and bangin' ridin' at night
Jackin' and slangin' hustlin' and peerin' man that's my life
Baby - Slim - Fresh - Juve - Weezy - Turk
That's my clique - disrespect 'em
A get 'cha call ta the morgue quik nigga
Why'kno about the Hot Boys
Disrespect 'em a get a call ta the morgue quik

[Lil' Wayne]
(look look look)
I come with, k's and glocks, ready ta spray the block
Raise the spot, blica-blazin' hot
Ha! See I'm the, youngest C.M.B. nigga
Hollygrove hard hitter
Get rid of niggaz if you come with the correct scrilla
I'm on "De' netha dela" - it turn me ta killer
Say it's a shame 'cause Wayne - an untamed guerilla
Ya got the dope and ya-ya - you drop it like it burn
I get that rope and tape and, I gatta have yurn
I know I'm raw - I know I'm out thea' bad
But I get it how I live, 'cause that drought ain't playing
And I'm 'bout that cash, so I can bounce back fast
So I gatta dress in black with dirty 'Boks and mask
Pass me the smell of braish let me blow out my brain
I'm on the block, hotter than a trench ready ta do it a-gain
Lil' Weezy - Hot Boy - have you feelin' the flames
'cause these blood stains, in ya, Hilfiger my man

[Juvenile]
I ain't with that bullshittin' lil' one so take heave
I ain't gonna stop until all of you bitches leave
You mothafuckin' right I got a complex
You mothafuckin' right I'm takin' hits, with a contract
Been in nigga everywhere but under the foots
I'm try'na take lil' daddy head outta the roots
I'll catch him in the broad daylight - I'ont give a fuck
Find me a illegal dice game - we gon' fuck it up
Be'cause niggaz, try they best, ta catch me
But I ain't, gonna let 'em, stretch me
I'm not, abouta run, 'cause I'm a soulja
I keeps, me a gun, when In that Nolia
My tongue, never loose, 'cause I'm a fool
Ask a nigga who bout it, them AK's rule
You better not be running through niggaz that I despise
Catch you off ya bases leave the murder rate high

[Turk]
(look look look)
Uptown is where I'm from - Magnolia soulja til I die
Keep a chopper with a drum - realest they come - ready ta ride
I never been a hoe nigga - I been bout drama
Never hung with the young niggaz - I run with the ol' tymers
Nigga want start something - kham'talkn about you bring it
If you up weight it don't stunt - we leave you bang-ed
You didn't - say you didn't, be a man don't be no hoe
If you live by the gun - then by the gun is how you go
Niggaz don't fight no mo' - all they do is slang that iron
Niggaz they killin' slow - that's how it go in ('99)
Ain't no rules too this shit - spread when you wan' spread it
Shoot then talk later - play it how you wan' play it
You got a problem with me nigga - we can do it how you wanna
Spin a bend in broad daylight and I bet'cha you be a goner
Shit nigga I'm goin' all out behind mine




Burn your block down, at any given time nigga, what?
Nigga, what? nigga, what? we come na tear it up, what?

Overall Meaning

"Down Here" is a song by Hot Boys that portrays the rough and violent atmosphere of their hometown, New Orleans. The song is essentially about life in the inner city, where violence is rampant and where people have to be tough to survive. The song's lyrics are delivered by B.G, Lil Wayne, Juvenile, and Turk, who each provide a glimpse into their own personal experiences in the city. For instance, B.G warns that if you are not careful, you may end up dead as they drink champagne, not beer, and are snakes who strike from behind. Juvenile boasts about his criminal pursuits, taking out his enemies and running illegal dice games, while Turk warns everyone not to mess with him since he grew up in rough circumstances.


The lyrics of "Down Here" are quite grim, depicting a world of crime, drugs, and violence. Yet, this is the reality that the Hot Boys have experienced, hence the rawness and authenticity of their message. The song is a reflection of the environment that New Orleans rappers were immersed in during the late 1990s, when the Hot Boys emerged as one of the most promising rap groups in the city. The Hot Boys were amongst the first Southern rap groups to gain national recognition, paving the way for other rap groups from New Orleans.


Line by Line Meaning

Nigga say New Orleans fake, nigga better fear down here
People who doubt New Orleans are warned to beware of the dangers inherent in this city


We have mo' muders than the days and a year down here
New Orleans is one of the most dangerous cities, with an extremely high murder rate


You got coke - we'd a make ya disappear down here
Drug dealers who come into the city will be eliminated if they come too close to the wrong people


You outta line - we'd a leave ya block clear down here
Those who act out of line and disturb the peace in the city will be dealt with and their area will be left deserted


If you ain't from here, you better not come live down here
New Orleans will always be a city for its locals; outsiders are not welcome to settle down there


We drank Champagne - we don't fuck with beer down here
Champagne is the drink of choice in New Orleans and beer is not considered strong enough


We straight snakes - we come at'cha from the rear down here
People in New Orleans are untrustworthy and sneaky, catching people off guard and attacking them from behind


We straight guerillas - you +Get It How you Live!+ down here
New Orleans residents are fierce and unafraid when it comes to surviving and making a living


I'ma chopper toter - I ain't never showed no fear
The artist is armed and dangerous, but will never back down from a challenge


I duct tape ya - rope ya and cut ya from ear ta ear
The artist is willing to use brutal violence to handle those who cross him


BGeezy is one of the hottest niggaz in the pad
BGeezy is a respected and feared figure in the New Orleans community


Get outta line with me and I'll leave ya shit flat
Those who challenge the artist will be taken down with ease and left with nothing


Clickin' and clackin' blacka and bangin' ridin' at night
The singer is involved in the gang life, carrying weapons and making noise as they travel


Jackin' and slangin' hustlin' and peerin' man that's my life
The singer's life is filled with crime and illegal activities such as robbery, drug dealing, and prostitution


That's my clique - disrespect 'em a get 'cha call ta the morgue quik nigga
The Hot Boys are a powerful and respected group, and those who cross them will face deadly consequences


I come with, k's and glocks, ready ta spray the block
The artist is heavily armed and prepared to use their weapons to take over a territory


Raise the spot, blica-blazin' hot
The artist is going to cause chaos and destruction to take what they want


Ha! See I'm the, youngest C.M.B. nigga
The singer is a member of the Cash Money Brothers, a respected group in New Orleans


Hollygrove hard hitter
The singer is from Hollygrove, a tough area in New Orleans, and is not to be underestimated


Get rid of niggaz if you come with the correct scrilla
The artist is willing to commit murder for the right price


I'm on "De' netha dela" - it turn me ta killer
The artist is referring to crack cocaine, which has turned them into a hardened criminal


Say it's a shame 'cause Wayne - an untamed guerilla
The artist is a wild and dangerous criminal, unafraid of any repercussions


Ya got the dope and ya-ya - you drop it like it burn
The singer will violently take drugs and money from dealers without a second thought


I know I'm raw - I know I'm out thea' bad
The artist is aware of their violent and criminal nature


And I'm 'bout that cash, so I can bounce back fast
The singer is driven by the desire for money, and will do whatever it takes to get it


So I gatta dress in black with dirty 'Boks and mask
The singer wears all black and a mask to blend in and avoid being identified during their illegal activities


Pass me the smell of braish let me blow out my brain
The singer is going to get high on crack cocaine and possibly murder someone


I'm on the block, hotter than a trench ready ta do it a-gain
The artist is ready to commit more crimes and cause more trouble


Lil' Weezy - Hot Boy - have you feelin' the flames
Lil' Wayne and the Hot Boys are a powerful group that will make you feel their wrath


'cause these blood stains, in ya, Hilfiger my man
The singer will violently attack a person wearing Tommy Hilfiger clothing


I ain't with that bullshittin' lil' one so take heave
The singer is not interested in wasting time with nonsense and warns others not to bother them


I ain't gonna stop until all of you bitches leave
The artist is determined to rid New Orleans of those they see as unworthy or unwanted


You mothafuckin' right I got a complex
The artist has a lot of personal issues and problems that have made them tough and resilient


You mothafuckin' right I'm takin' hits, with a contract
The artist is willing to take on risky jobs for a lot of money


Been in nigga everywhere but under the foots
The singer has a reputation all over the city and is known by many


I'm try'na take lil' daddy head outta the roots
The artist has a specific target in mind, most likely for violent retribution


I'll catch him in the broad daylight - I'ont give a fuck
The singer will not hesitate to attack their target in public view


Find me a illegal dice game - we gon' fuck it up
The singer is ready to disrupt and rob those involved in illegal gambling


Niggaz they killin' slow - that's how it go in ('99)
The murder rate in New Orleans is rising and a slow death is commonplace


Ain't no rules too this shit - spread when you wan' spread it
There are no rules in the criminal world; information spreads as quickly as it is needed


You better not be running through niggaz that I despise
The artist has enemies in New Orleans that they will protect by any means necessary


Catch you off ya bases leave the murder rate high
The singer will violently attack anyone who is unprepared, leaving the murder rate in the city to skyrocket


Uptown is where I'm from - Magnolia soulja til I die
The singer is a resident of the Uptown and Magnolia neighborhoods and will remain so for life


Keep a chopper with a drum - realest they come - ready ta ride
The artist is heavily armed and willing to fight at any time


Never hung with the young niggaz - I run with the ol' tymers
The artist has always preferred to associate with older, more experienced criminals


Nigga want start something - kham'talkn about you bring it
The artist is unafraid to take on anyone who challenges them, even inviting their attacks


If you up weight it don't stunt - we leave you bang-ed
Those who flaunt their wealth will become targets and will face violence


You didn't - say you didn't, be a man don't be no hoe
Those who admit to wrongdoing will be treated more leniently than those who deny it


If you live by the gun - then by the gun is how you go
Those who rely on violence and firearms will eventually meet their demise in the same way


Niggaz don't fight no mo' - all they do is slang that iron
People no longer settle disputes peacefully; instead, they resort to violence and using guns


Shit nigga I'm goin' all out behind mine
The singer is determined to protect their personal interests and will go to great lengths to do so


Burn your block down, at any given time nigga, what?
The artist is unafraid to set fire to buildings and destroy property to make a point


Nigga, what? nigga, what? we come na tear it up, what?
The artist and their associates are ready to cause chaos and destruction at any moment




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