West's second and third studio albums, Late Registration (2005) and Graduation (2007), both debuted at the top of the Billboard 200, with the latter becoming his most commercially successful to date. Three of his subsequent albums—808s & Heartbreak (2008), My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy (2010), and The Life of Pablo (2016)—were certified triple platinum, while Yeezus (2013) was certified double platinum. Although not as well-received critically as his previous works, Ye (2018), Jesus Is King (2019), and Donda (2021) continued West's streak of consecutive number-one debuts on the Billboard 200. West has also released collaborative albums including Watch the Throne (2011) with Jay-Z, Kids See Ghosts (2018) with Kid Cudi, and Vultures 1 and Vultures 2 (2024) with Ty Dolla Sign. In fashion design, he has collaborated with Nike, Inc., Louis Vuitton, and Gap Inc. on clothing and footwear, and led the Yeezy collaboration with Adidas.
One of the world's best-selling music artists with 160 million records sold, West has won 24 Grammy Awards, the joint 11th-most of all time and the most awarded for any hip hop artist along with Jay-Z. His other accolades include a Billboard Artist Achievement Award, a joint-record three Brit Awards for Best International Male Solo Artist, and the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award. West holds the joint record with Bob Dylan for most albums (four) topping the annual Pazz & Jop critic poll. Time named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2005 and 2015. West's first six solo albums were included on Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list in 2020, with the same publication naming him one of the 100 Greatest Songwriters of All Time.
West's outspoken views have received significant media coverage. He has been a frequent source of controversy due to his conduct on social media, at award shows, and in public settings, as well as his comments on the music and fashion industries, U.S. politics, race, and slavery. His Christian faith, high-profile marriage to Kim Kardashian, and mental health have also been topics of media attention. In 2020, West launched an unsuccessful independent presidential campaign that advocated for a consistent life ethic. In October 2022, he was widely condemned and lost many sponsors and partnerships, including his collaborations with Adidas, Gap, and Balenciaga, after making a series of antisemitic statements, including denying the Holocaust.
He Got Everything
Kanye West Lyrics
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Damn, here we go again.
Oh oh ohoo.
Common passed on this beat, I made it to a jam,
now everything I'm not, made me everything I am.
Damn, here we go again.
People talkin shit, but when the shit hit the fan
I never be picture-perfect-Beyonce
Be light as Albi or black as Chauncey
Remember him from Blackstreet
He was as black as the street was
I'll never be laid back as his beat was
I never could see why people'll reach a
Fake-ass facad they couldn't keep up
Why'see how I creeped up?
Why'see how I played a big role in Chicago like Queen Latifah?
I never rock a mink coat in the winter time like Killa Cam
Or rock some mink boots in the summertime like will.i.am
Let me know if you feel it man
Cause everything I'm not, made me everything I am
Damn, here we go again.
Everybody sayin' what's not for him
Everything I'm not, made me everything I am
Damn, here we go again.
People talk shit, but when shit hits the fan
Everything I'm not, made me everything I am
and I'm back to tear it up
Haters, start your engines
I hear 'em gearin' up
People talk so much shit about me at barbershops
They forget to get their haircut
Okay fair enough, the streets is flarin' up
Cause they want gun-talk, or I don't wear enough
Baggy clothes, Reebok's, or A-di-dos
Can I add that he do spaz out at his shows
So say goodbye to the NAACP award
Goodbye to the In-di-a Arie award
They'd rather give me the nigga-please award
But I'll just take the I-got-alotta-cheese award
damn, here we go again.
Everything I'm not, made me everything I am
Damn, here we go again.
People talk shit, but when shit hits the fan
Everything I'm not, made me everything I am
I know that people wouldn't usually rap this
But I got the facts to back this
Just last year, Chicago had over 600 caskets
Man, killin's some wack shit
Oh, I forgot, 'cept for when nigga's is rappin'
Do you know what it feel like when people is passin'?
He got changed over his chains, a block off Ashlamd
I need to talk to somebody, pastor
The church want time, so I can't afford to pay
The slip on the door, cause I can't afford to stay
My 15 seconds up, but I got more to say
That's enough Mr. West, please no more today
damn, here we go again.
Everybody sayin' what's not for him
Everything I'm not, made me everything I am
Damn, here we go again.
People talk shit, but when shit hits the fan
Everything I'm not, made me everything I am
The song "Everything I Got" by Kanye West feat. Termanology is a reflection of Kanye's life experiences and how he has embraced his flaws and imperfections to become who he is today. The opening lines "Damn, here we go again" set the tone for the song, with Kanye acknowledging that he's heard all the criticisms and negativity before. However, he is determined to rise above it and show the world that his imperfections have made him the person he is today. He repeats the phrase "Everything I'm not, made me everything I am" as a way of highlighting that he has embraced his flaws and turned them into strengths.
Throughout the song, Kanye compares himself to other famous artists like Beyonce, Albi, Blackstreet, Killa Cam, and will.i.am, highlighting the ways in which he is different from them. He acknowledges that he will never be like these artists and that is okay because he has become successful by being true to himself. Kanye also references the violence and crime that plagues the city of Chicago, painting a picture of the harsh realities of life in his hometown.
The overall message of the song is one of positivity and self-acceptance. Kanye encourages his listeners to embrace their flaws and use them to become better versions of themselves. The song's catchy beat and Kanye's confident delivery make it an uplifting anthem that is sure to inspire listeners to embrace their imperfections.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh oh ohoo.
Starting the song off with an expressive and upbeat melody.
Damn, here we go again.
Acknowledging the repetition of a cycle or pattern.
Common passed on this beat, I made it to a jam,
Giving credit to a missed opportunity and turning it into something great.
now everything I'm not, made me everything I am.
Embracing his flaws and recognizing that they have shaped who he is.
People talkin shit, but when the shit hit the fan
Noticing how people are quick to criticize but can't handle problems when they arise.
I never be picture-perfect-Beyonce
Acknowledging that he will never be flawless like Beyoncé.
Be light as Albi or black as Chauncey
Recognizing that he will never fit into a specific racial box or stereotype.
Remember him from Blackstreet
Referencing a R&B group from the 90s called Blackstreet.
He was as black as the street was
Describing Chauncey's dark skin color similar to the black pavement on a street.
I'll never be laid back as his beat was
Admitting that he will never be as relaxed as someone else.
I never could see why people'll reach a
Not understanding why people pretend to be someone they're not.
Fake-ass facad they couldn't keep up
Indicating that this fake persona is unsustainable and not genuine.
Why'see how I creeped up?
Asking why people did not notice or underestimated his success and growth.
Why'see how I played a big role in Chicago like Queen Latifah?
Comparing his relevance and influence to Queen Latifah's role in Chicago's music and entertainment scene.
I never rock a mink coat in the winter time like Killa Cam
Acknowledging that he will never embrace certain fashion trends like rapper Cam'ron's mink coat.
Or rock some mink boots in the summertime like will.i.am
Pointing out that he also would not wear certain fashion choices made by will.i.am.
Let me know if you feel it man
Asking if the audience can relate to his message or experiences.
Cause everything I'm not, made me everything I am
Repeating the chorus to emphasize the theme of embracing one's flaws and accepting who you are.
and I'm back to tear it up
Asserting that he is still relevant and a force to be reckoned with in the music industry.
Haters, start your engines
Encouraging his detractors to continue their criticism, as it only fuels his motivation to succeed.
I hear 'em gearin' up
Noticing the growing momentum of his haters.
People talk so much shit about me at barbershops
Acknowledging that his name is a common topic of negative conversation at barbershops.
They forget to get their haircut
Suggesting that his haters are so focused on him that they neglect their personal hygiene.
Okay fair enough, the streets is flarin' up
Accepting that there is criticism and backlash from the streets or general public.
Cause they want gun-talk, or I don't wear enough
Explaining that there are expectations and stereotypes about his image and content in music.
Baggy clothes, Reebok's, or A-di-dos
Listing certain fashion trends that he is not interested in following.
Can I add that he do spaz out at his shows
Pointing out that he has been criticized for his behavior and actions during performances.
So say goodbye to the NAACP award
Referencing how he was not recognized or awarded by the NAACP, despite his contributions to music and activism.
Goodbye to the In-di-a Arie award
Referring to how he was not given an award from singer India Arie, who he has collaborated with in the past.
They'd rather give me the nigga-please award
Recognizing that he is often not taken seriously or respected in certain circles, and instead mocked or dismissed.
But I'll just take the I-got-alotta-cheese award
Sarcastically accepting that he has plenty of money and success as a consolation prize instead of recognition or respect.
I know that people wouldn't usually rap this
Acknowledging that his message or topics may not be typical in rap music.
But I got the facts to back this
Believing that his message is truthful and rooted in reality.
Just last year, Chicago had over 600 caskets
Highlighting the violence and crime in his hometown of Chicago.
Man, killin's some wack shit
Describing the act of killing or violence as uncool or bad.
Oh, I forgot, 'cept for when nigga's is rappin'
Remembering that some rappers glorify and promote violence in their music.
Do you know what it feel like when people is passin'?
Expressing the emotional toll of people dying in his community.
He got changed over his chains, a block off Ashlamd
Referencing a specific incident where someone was killed for their jewelry on a street close to Ashland Avenue.
I need to talk to somebody, pastor
Expressing a need for spiritual guidance or counseling.
The church want time, so I can't afford to pay
Indicating that he needs help, but cannot afford the fees for guidance or counseling services.
The slip on the door, cause I can't afford to stay
Explaining that he is in financial hardship and cannot afford to keep his residence or pay rent.
My 15 seconds up, but I got more to say
Feeling a sense of urgency to speak out and express his thoughts, despite not being in the current spotlight or trend in music.
That's enough Mr. West, please no more today
Sarcastically ending the song by acknowledging how people may want him to be quiet or stop speaking out, but refusing to be silenced or censored.
Damn, here we go again.
Repeating the chorus one last time to emphasize the theme of embracing one's flaws and accepting who you are.
Everybody sayin' what's not for him
Noticing how people are quick to criticize and judge others.
Everything I'm not, made me everything I am
Repeating the message that his flaws and experiences have shaped who he is and made him successful.
People talk shit, but when shit hits the fan
Noticing how people are quick to criticize but cannot handle problems when they arise.
Everything I'm not, made me everything I am
Repeating the message to end the song on a strong note.
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@skyehare4
You're straight LYING to yourself if you dont think this shit goes hard af
@coolviolinist38
yep. that track. its the s***!
@xrinnegan
A STRAIGHT LIE
@legm5298
Especially that beat sheesh💯🔥
@kingzeus9532
I agree with the truth
@s.w.cm164
Beat is going stupid
@_M3WTW0_
“Racks on racks on racks, maybachs on bachs on bachs on bachs on bachs” Till this day that is one of my favorite Kanye lyrics😂😂.
@soberasagofer6501
WHO IN THAT?
@GUNZANDBUTTER
@@soberasagofer6501 Oh shit…Its just blacks on blacks on blacks…
@sickfoo5506
Hunnid stacks, how you get it?
Nigga layin raps on tracks