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.
Bags
Kevin Gates Lyrics
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Bitch, bitches out here tryna come up on a nigga, you heard me?
You not 'bout to ball off me so you can go and press another nigga
You bitch-ass, pussy-ass ho
Right game, wrong nigga
I want a bag, you want my bag, so we chasing the same thing
I did you bad, okay, my bad, baby, this ain't the same thing
All these diamonds blind a nigga, my watch and my chain bling
You gon' stand on side a nigga, yeah
You gon' stand on side a nigga, yeah
Bet you gon' stand on side a nigga, you knowing my name ring
I want a bag, you want my bag, so we chasing the same thing
You just gon' stand on side a nigga
All my diamonds blindin' niggas
And if I look in your direction
I'm just looking, you not special
I got partners who got pressure
We just fucked your ho together
Drop the numbers on the brick
I brought the load in with no effort
I just flew to Mexi', Cali, I won't be home in a month
You know your friend, she call me zaddy, I can tell she wanna fuck
All that hating shit won't stop me, you know I do what I want
She want Baby, she want Brasi, she don't know which one she want
I want a bag, you want my bag, so we chasing the same thing
I did you bad, okay, my bad, baby, this ain't the same thing
You wanna stand on side a nigga, you knowing my name ring
All these diamonds blind a nigga, my watch and my chain bling
You gon' stand on side a nigga, yeah
You gon' stand on side a nigga, yeah
Bet you gon' stand on side a nigga, you knowing my name ring
I want a bag, you want my bag, so we chasing the same thing
Ho, ho, you know I'm pressure when I step out
Somebody take a picture to the jail, I'm 'bout to mail out
Upright, independent feelings, I don't care 'bout what you care 'bout
Gotta focus on my children, when I can, I try to help out
Some people feeling left out, I'm grinding all last year
If you know me then you know 'bout my year before that year
I was locked behind the fence being discriminated against
Now I got entertainment, women wanna be intimate with the kid
Wanna be intimate with the kid
I been workin' out on my heart, I'm trying diligently to forget
Then remember what you did
It's been difficult for to forgive
Finally, I understand it
We come from two different planets
Keeping it platinum so demanding
I want a bag, you want my bag, so we chasing the same thing
I did you bad, okay, my bad, baby, this ain't the same thing
You wanna stand on side a nigga, you knowing my name ring
All these diamonds blind a nigga, my watch and my chain bling
You gon' stand on side a nigga, yeah
You gon' stand on side a nigga, yeah
Bet you gon' stand on side a nigga, you knowing my name ring
I want a bag, you want my bag, so we chasing the same thing
In "Bags," Kevin Gates expresses his frustration with women who are only interested in him for his money and success. He acknowledges their motives and refuses to let them take advantage of him. He repeats the line "I want a bag, you want my bag, so we chasing the same thing" to emphasize that he is aware of their intentions and is not going to let them use him. Gates also raps about his past struggles, including discrimination and incarceration, and his current success in the entertainment industry. He mentions his partners and his successful drug dealing operation, indicating his power and influence.
The lyrics in "Bags" highlight Kevin Gates's confident persona, as he refuses to be taken advantage of by those around him. He also shows his vulnerability, referencing his past struggles and difficulties with forgiveness. The repetition of the line "I want a bag, you want my bag, so we chasing the same thing" creates a memorable hook and emphasizes the central theme of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
F-F-F-Flamin'
Introductory adlib, indicating confidence and pride.
Bitch, bitches out here tryna come up on a nigga, you heard me?
Women are trying to use Kevin Gates for his success.
You not 'bout to ball off me so you can go and press another nigga
Gates is aware of their intentions and will not give them the opportunity to benefit off him before moving on to someone else.
You bitch-ass, pussy-ass ho
Insult directed towards the women who try to manipulate him.
Right game, wrong nigga
Gates is confident in his abilities and warns these women they have chosen the wrong person to game.
I want a bag, you want my bag, so we chasing the same thing
Gates and the women have the same goal of acquiring wealth.
I did you bad, okay, my bad, baby, this ain't the same thing
Gates apologizes for any harm he may have caused but clarifies the situation is different this time.
You wanna stand on side a nigga, you knowing my name ring
The women desire to be associated with Gates and his fame.
All these diamonds blind a nigga, my watch and my chain bling
Gates has accumulated wealth and showcases it through his expensive jewelry.
You gon' stand on side a nigga, yeah
The women will stand by Gates' side and accept his lifestyle choices.
Bet you gon' stand on side a nigga, you knowing my name ring
Gates is confident that the women will choose to stay with him despite any negative aspects of his lifestyle.
All my diamonds blindin' niggas
Gates' jewelry is so flashy and expensive that it grabs attention and jealousy from others.
And if I look in your direction, I'm just looking, you not special
Gates is not interested in these women and views them as insignificant.
I got partners who got pressure, we just fucked your ho together
Gates and his friends have seduced these women together in the past.
Drop the numbers on the brick, I brought the load in with no effort
Gates boasts about his drug dealing abilities, emphasizing how easy it is for him to handle large amounts of narcotics.
I just flew to Mexi', Cali, I won't be home in a month
Gates plans to travel to Mexico and California for some time, leaving everything behind.
You know your friend, she calls me zaddy, I can tell she wanna fuck
One of the women's friends has expressed interest in Gates and is flirtatious towards him.
All that hating shit won't stop me, you know I do what I want
Gates' success will continue despite any criticism or negative attention he may receive.
She want Baby, she want Brasi, she don't know which one she want
The women are unsure which of Gates' personalities they are most attracted to.
Ho, ho, you know I'm pressure when I step out
Gates exudes confidence and power when he enters a room.
Somebody take a picture to the jail, I'm 'bout to mail out
Gates wants to document his success and send a picture to someone who is incarcerated.
Upright, independent feelings, I don't care 'bout what you care 'bout
Gates prioritizes his own emotional well-being and is independent from anyone else's opinions.
Gotta focus on my children, when I can, I try to help out
Gates' top priority is to take care of his children and support them financially and emotionally.
Some people feeling left out, I'm grinding all last year
Gates acknowledges that some people may feel neglected by him due to his busy schedule and hard work ethic.
If you know me then you know 'bout my year before that year
People close to Gates are aware of his struggles and hardships in the past.
I was locked behind the fence being discriminated against
Gates was incarcerated and faced discrimination during that time.
Now I got entertainment, women wanna be intimate with the kid
Gates' success has attracted women to him and his celebrity status.
Wanna be intimate with the kid
The women are interested in having a sexual relationship with Gates.
I been workin' out on my heart, I'm trying diligently to forget
Gates is focusing on healing emotionally and moving on from past traumas.
Then remember what you did, it's been difficult for to forgive
Gates struggles with forgiveness and may not forget past memories easily.
Finally, I understand it, we come from two different planets
Gates has gained understanding of his differences with others and may not have a lot in common with certain people.
Keeping it platinum so demanding
Maintaining his success and wealth is a difficult task but one that Gates is determined to achieve.
I want a bag, you want my bag, so we chasing the same thing
Repeated chorus emphasizing both parties' desire for wealth and success.
Lyrics Β© Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Andrea Principiano, Kevin Gilyard
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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