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.
All The Time
Kevin Gates Lyrics
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Down and recompress this bitch
Yeah, break it down
This bitch come straight from México
Straight from México
Yeah, from the lovey doveys this a pound
This some lovey dovey shit uh, that's right
I mean, lovey dovey shit
She think I don't respect her mind
I'm too caught up in my grind
And all I like to do is shine
I think about you all the time
You get mad with me, that's fine
Need a few racks, you hit my line
All this pressure been gettin' applied
I think about you all the time
Please don't mind, I just need a lil' time
I just need to decide if
I wanna keep you in my life
I think about you all the time
Wanna keep you in my life
I think about you all the time
Think about you all the time
Grind time, gotta get this dough
Hit the lot but I'm off that show
On the road, but you're the one I chose
Trust you plus you're tryna do the most
Hold up, babe, I'ma hit you back
Showing love to all the fans
Just got paid, it's a hundred grand
Look out for the wire from my bank
Gucci bag, house with a tub
Went out back, gonna give you that love
Give me that rub and put it out raw
Girl, I'm a beast, wait on a boss
She don't think I respect her mind
'Cause I'm caught up in the grind
All I do is like to shine
But you're always on my mind
She think I don't respect her mind
I'm too caught up in my grind
And all I like to do is shine
I think about you all the time
You get mad with me, that's fine
Need a few racks, you hit my line
All this pressure been gettin' applied
I think about you all the time
Please don't mind, I just need a lil' time
I just need to decide if
I wanna keep you in my life
I think about you all the time
Wanna keep you in my life
I think about you all the time
Think about you all the time
Eighths got you gaining weight, love
Cocaine sniffing, she done quit it
Gave her dope dick, she got addicted
I'm applying pressure in the city
Hold up, bae, phone ringing, love
Caught a play, gon' and meet the plug
Meant to say I'm goin' to meet myself
Hit the mall, gotta treat myself
Then I started working out for you
Bitch, I done got in tip-top
Real nigga, ex-drug dealer
Still know how to make a brick lock
Recompress that ass from the back
Bitch, you know you got my dick rock
Slappin' on that ass, I pull your hair
I love you 'cause I let you get on top
She think I don't respect her mind
I'm too caught up in my grind
And all I like to do is shine
I think about you all the time
You get mad with me, that's fine
Need a few racks, you hit my line
All this pressure been gettin' applied
I think about you all the time
Please don't mind, I just need a lil' time
I just need to decide if
I wanna keep you in my life
I think about you all the time
Wanna keep you in my life
I think about you all the time
Think about you all the time
The lyrics to Kevin Gates's song "All the Time" explore the complexities of a romantic relationship. The singer acknowledges that they may not always prioritize their partner's needs and emotions due to being consumed by their personal goals and ambitions. The line "She think I don't respect her mind, I'm too caught up in my grind" reveals the singer's awareness of their own shortcomings in maintaining a balanced relationship.
Despite the singer's preoccupation with their own pursuits, they express their constant thoughts about their partner. The repetition of the line "I think about you all the time" emphasizes the singer's genuine feelings and desire to keep their partner in their life. However, there is also a sense of conflict and uncertainty. The singer asks for a little time to decide whether they want to fully commit to the relationship, suggesting they may have reservations or doubts.
The lyrics also touch upon themes of materialism and success. The singer mentions accumulating wealth and luxury possessions like a Gucci bag and a house with a tub. These material achievements are juxtaposed with the singer's yearning for emotional connection and intimacy, represented by lines such as "Give me that rub and put it out raw, girl, I'm a beast, wait on a boss." This contrast suggests a struggle between the external trappings of success and the need for authentic love and connection.
Overall, "All the Time" portrays a complex narrative of a relationship caught between the singer's drive for success and their emotional longing for their partner's presence and understanding. It explores the tension between personal ambition and the desire for a fulfilling romantic connection.
Line by Line Meaning
We 'bout to break this bitch
We are going to dismantle and rebuild this situation
Down and recompress this bitch
We will break it down and rebuild it with more intensity
Yeah, break it down
Yes, let's dismantle it
This bitch come straight from México
This situation originates from México
Straight from México
Directly from México
Yeah, from the lovey doveys this a pound
Yes, this is a soft and romantic gesture
This some lovey dovey shit uh, that's right
This is a tender and affectionate situation
I mean, lovey dovey shit
I'm referring to a romantic and affectionate act
She thinks I don't respect her mind
She believes that I don't value her thoughts and opinions
I'm too caught up in my grind
I am too focused on my work and personal goals
And all I like to do is shine
I enjoy being successful and standing out
I think about you all the time
You are constantly on my mind
You get mad with me, that's fine
If you become angry with me, I can handle it
Need a few racks, you hit my line
If you need money, just reach out to me
All this pressure been gettin' applied
I have been experiencing a lot of stress and expectations
Please don't mind, I just need a lil' time
Please understand that I need some space and time
I just need to decide if
I simply need to determine whether
I wanna keep you in my life
I want to continue having you in my life
Wanna keep you in my life
I desire to maintain our relationship
Grind time, gotta get this dough
It's time to work hard and make money
Hit the lot but I'm off that show
I visited the parking lot, but now I'm leaving that behind
On the road, but you're the one I chose
Even though I'm traveling, I chose you to be with
Trust you plus you're tryna do the most
I trust you and appreciate your efforts
Hold up, babe, I'ma hit you back
Wait a moment, sweetheart, I will respond to you later
Showing love to all the fans
Expressing affection to my supporters
Just got paid, it's a hundred grand
I recently received a large sum of money
Look out for the wire from my bank
Be aware of the transfer from my bank account
Gucci bag, house with a tub
I have a luxury Gucci bag and a house with a bathtub
Went out back, gonna give you that love
Went outside and I'm going to show you affection
Give me that rub and put it out raw
Massage me and have sex without any barriers
Girl, I'm a beast, wait on a boss
Girl, I have a strong and dominant personality, wait for a leader
Eighths got you gaining weight, love
Using marijuana is causing you to gain weight, my love
Cocaine sniffing, she done quit it
She used to consume cocaine but quit
Gave her dope dick, she got addicted
I gave her satisfying sexual pleasure, and now she craves it
I'm applying pressure in the city
I am exerting influence and control in the city
Hold up, bae, phone ringing, love
Wait a moment, honey, my phone is ringing
Caught a play, gon' and meet the plug
I have an opportunity and need to meet the supplier
Meant to say I'm goin' to meet myself
I actually meant to say that I'm going to be alone
Hit the mall, gotta treat myself
I'm going to the mall, I deserve to pamper myself
Then I started working out for you
I began exercising to impress and please you
Bitch, I done got in tip-top
I have achieved excellent physical condition
Real nigga, ex-drug dealer
I am an authentic person, a former drug dealer
Still know how to make a brick lock
I still possess the skills to create and sell drugs
Recompress that ass from the back
I want to have sex with you from behind
Bitch, you know you got my dick rock
You know that I am sexually aroused because of you
Slappin' on that ass, I pull your hair
Spanking your buttocks and tugging your hair during sex
I love you 'cause I let you get on top
I love you because I allow you to have control during sex
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network
Written by: FAHD AZAM
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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@Hipowermusic
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@vicenteavalos8805
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@hound7410
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@SABRYNA000
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