Kevin Gates first began rapping in 2007, when he began making music with fellow Louisiana natives such as Webbie and Lil Boosie. Gates first received attention with his 2008 single "Get in the Way" featuring Lil Boosie. Soon after, he and Boosie would be incarcerated in separate cases. Gates would then be released in 2011 and immediately returned to recording music. He would soon earn the attention of Lil' Wayne. In early 2013, Gates released a mixtape, The Luca Brasi Story which was called "easily the best rap-related thing" in February 2013 by Spin Magazine. The Luca Brasi Story has been downloaded from popular mixtape sharing site, DatPiff, over 130,000 times.
On February 15, 2013, it was announced that Kevin Gates signed to Atlantic Records. Gates was also featured on Pusha T's 2013 mixtape as well as on Gudda Gudda's mixtape. On July 16, 2013 Gates released a street album titled Stranger Than Fiction, the street album was supported by the single "4:30".
He released his latest project By Any Means in 2014, and from there exploded in even more popularity. Mid-year made his way onto the cover of the 2014 XXL Freshman list.
4 Legs and a Biscuit
Kevin Gates Lyrics
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On the phone we ball here, I’m watchin’ king of New York,
Kendrick... the greatest I ever thought,
All team turn sower we niggas tryin’ to get off
Cold sleepin’... get the minister in the court,
I’m a dog worst place to get hit us while in the court,
Pull it hold it my liquors, I’m itchin’ make to the court,
Bitch I’m wippin in the... bakin the court
Baby mama problems, every night tryin to fix em,
Flashin all, flippin, take... broke every dish in the kitchen,
The devil living in me, I’m contemplating the...
Spray face in 20 years, but that’s what they try to give em
The... that I don’t effort... cope with the dealing,
Back when we was... the one is a bigger dealer
Innocent making faces and they wonder why I ever...
Who ever take her to grow up and turn off to be killers,
Borrow extensions, toll it down when the...
Compact in my jacket even flitchin my hitchin
... hard in the hot, my emotions are ruined
Too hard to trust I don’t give a f*ck, will open up to the woman,
Take my lick and keep pushin, don’t try playin’ me p**sy
They all 50 with the ippy, layin... in the bushes
Won’t say no name but some saw at me a pound of them cookies,
TTG... I’m with it
If shawty bust a p**sy hopin’ no commitment I send it,
Lord forgive me I’m finnin’ I come to you as a sinner,
Take all my scars, take my heart turn me into a Christian,
Bright nigga and the blazes of my last name was griffin, bye bye his chicken
I just want 4 legs and a biscuit,
I always try to... all my niggas is pulsing, stood to the cold
Even on the pushing when we... let’s get it all.
The verses of Kevin Gates's song "4 Legs and a Biscuit" contain a variety of themes such as money, fame, violent tendencies, and relationships. Gates refers to the sport of horse racing, and imagines himself as a jockey whipping the horse to win the race. The notion of winning also extends to his personal life, for instance, trying to resolve his baby mama problems every night. He also mentions his admiration for other rappers such as Kendrick Lamar, who he regards as the greatest, and the King of New York whom he is watching on the phone. Gates's lyrics also talk about his inner demons, referring to the devil living in him and his thoughts of committing crimes that could result in him being sentenced to 20 years in jail. He admits to finding it challenging to trust people, except for the women in his life, and asserts that he is always ready to defend himself.
Furthermore, the themes of violent tendencies and money are intertwined in his lyrics. Gates depicts himself as a dangerous character and one not to be messed with, warning not to play him "pussy." He also boasts about being financially secured, mentions borrowing extensions, and has been seen flashing wealth. There's also the presence of his friends and group members in his lyrics, for instance, the TTG (Task Team Gorilla) crew he's rolling with, asking them to get on the bus and travel together. The song's chorus serves as a hook, where Gates mentions his desire for four legs (livestock), and a biscuit (a kind of food). The choice of words could allude to his modest upbringing where such meals could have been a delicacy.
Line by Line Meaning
For reason whipping their court, still consider the sport
Despite facing punishment, we keep doing what we do because it's what we love
On the phone we ball here, I’m watchin’ king of New York, Kendrick... the greatest I ever thought
I enjoy good music and admire Kendrick Lamar's talent
All team turn sower we niggas tryin’ to get off
We stick together to get out of our bad situations
Cold sleepin’... get the minister in the court
I have nowhere to go but jail and need spiritual help
I’m a dog worst place to get hit us while in the court
Jail is a dangerous place and you have to be tough to survive
Pull it hold it my liquors, I’m itchin’ make to the court
I miss my old life and want to go back to selling drugs
Bitch I’m wippin in the... bakin the court
I'm cooking drugs instead of baking in a courtroom
You know how I spit em, this is some on the run trying to get it ever
I'm a good rapper and share my struggles in my music
Baby mama problems, every night tryin to fix em
I have issues with my child's mother and try to solve them
Flashin all, flippin, take... broke every dish in the kitchen
I'm making money and sometimes have anger issues
The devil livin' in me, I’m contemplating the...
I have inner demons and sometimes think about doing bad things
Spray face in 20 years, but that’s what they try to give em
I'm facing a long prison sentence if caught
The... that I don’t effort... cope with the dealing
I don't care about the consequences and just deal drugs
Back when we was... the one is a bigger dealer
I used to sell drugs with bigger dealers
Innocent making faces and they wonder why I ever...
People judge me for my past but I come from a tough environment
Who ever take her to grow up and turn off to be killers
Some people grow up in bad environments and become criminals
Borrow extensions, toll it down when the...
I borrow things from people and try to return them in good condition
Compact in my jacket even flitchin my hitchin
I keep my drugs concealed to avoid getting caught
... hard in the hot, my emotions are ruined
It's hard to deal with problems when it's hot outside and affects my mood
Too hard to trust I don’t give a f*ck, will open up to the woman
I have trust issues but will open up to someone I care about
Take my lick and keep pushin, don’t try playin’ me p**sy
I take responsibility for my actions and don't tolerate disrespect
They all 50 with the ippy, layin... in the bushes
People are planning to rob me with guns hidden in the bushes
Won’t say no name but some saw at me a pound of them cookies
Someone tried to sell me illegal drugs but I won't reveal their name
TTG... I’m with it
I'm loyal to my gang and will do anything to protect them
If shawty bust a p**sy hopin’ no commitment I send it
I have casual relationships with women and avoid commitment
Lord forgive me I’m finnin’ I come to you as a sinner
I have made mistakes and am seeking forgiveness from God
Take all my scars, take my heart turn me into a Christian
I want to change myself and become a better person through religion
Bright nigga and the blazes of my last name was griffin, bye bye his chicken
I'm intelligent and proud of my family name despite its negative connotations
I just want 4 legs and a biscuit
I just want a simple yet satisfying life
I always try to... all my niggas is pulsing, stood to the cold
I try to support my friends and stand up for them during tough times
Even on the pushing when we... let’s get it all.
Let's work hard and achieve our goals together
Contributed by Alexis P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Big Go Getter
Forensic weapon in court, still considered a sport
On the phone with Bald Head, while watching King of New York
Tedrick Shaemus' case one of the greatest I ever saw
Whole team turn sour when niggas trying to get off
Caught slipping, blicked the biscuit administered in the car
I’m a dog, worst place to get hit is while in the car
Bullet hole in my lip as I’m inching back to the car
Bitch I'm with pitching a fit, yelling: "Kevin, back in the car!"
No hospital visits, I'm on the run trying to get it, having
Baby momma problems, every night tryin' to fix it
Flashing out, flipping tables, broke every dish in the kitchen
The devil living in me, I’m contemplating to end this
Sprite facing 20 years, well, that’s what they try to give him
D. Ozi out on bail, for a charge he caught with that dealing
Back when we was little, want us a Pickle Dilly
Innocent making faces in the window while having dinner
Who'd ever think that we'd grow up and turn out to be killers
Barrel extensions, tool is narrow and slender
Compact in my jacket, even flinch I might hit ya
Shot too hard in the heart, my emotions are ruined
Too hard to trust, don’t give a fuck, won't open up to no woman
Take my lick and keep pushing, don’t try playing me, pussy
AR-15 with the i/r-beam, laying down in the bushes
Won’t say no name but so and so lent me a pound of them cookies
TTGTHUG, L.I.F.E, I’m with it
If shawty bust her pussy open, no commitment, I sinned it
Lord forgive me I’m sinnin’, I come to you as a sinner
Take all my scars, take my heart, turn me into a Christian
Bright nigga in the paint as if my last name was Griffin
Popeye's chicken, I just want 4 Legs And A Biscuit
I always shout to chi-towns, all my niggas in Folsom
Stuck to the code, even when the pressure on, we ain't folding
Let’s get it on
Blaid Buchanan The 1ST
Still loving this song in 2021 man he bossed up so much in the past few years💯💯
Craig Mocello
2023... The christian bars are tough
Foster Environmental Industries Channel
Legendary.
Speak for ya Self, and let your work speak for itself. And this is a 2.5 Minute Masterpiece!
Danny Grayson
Killed it. Can't wait for the mixtape
ThatGuySawyer
Love it, keep EM coming gates...
TMC
He giving Hip Hop a pulse...
anthony davis
I have to say ever since I heard gates he has become my favorite rapper. where I live he is becoming hot shit. he is def climbing to the top keep it up!!! #gates #hardasfuck #idgaf
Matt Keeton
One of my all time favorites from GATES
Matthew Cantu
"lord forgive me I'm sinning, I come to you as a sinner, take all my scars, take my heart, turn me into a christian"-gates. realest in the game
Airelle Smith
Matthew Cantu you already know