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.
Don't Know
Kevin Gates Lyrics
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Don't know no bitch that I can't hit, don't know no chick that say no
Don't know no chips that I can't get, don't know no whip I can't own
Shit, I know a lot, but there's some things I dont know
Don't know no ugly bitches
Don't know no broke niggas
Don't know no snitch niggas
Don't know no bitch niggas
Don't know nobody leaning harder, Phantom ball out in Florida
Condo out in Georgia, my little daughter died in this water
Don't know nobody who ain't retarded
Know there's a name, don't know what to call it
Act as if it flowing like a faucet, 40′s my precaution
Don't know who can't afford to take a trip when they get bored
Keep their chick in Michael Kors, wake up in designer stores
Infini trucks be pulling up, Louis luggage on the floor
And being searched by TSA, private jets we finna board oh
I know a lot, but there's some things I dont know
Don't know no bitch that I can't hit, don't know no chick that say no
Don't know no chips that I can't get, don't know no whip I can't own
Shit, I know a lot, but there's some things I dont know
Don't know no ugly bitches
Don't know no broke niggas
Don't know no snitch niggas
Don't know no bitch niggas
Tere's some things I don't know
This new whip I bought is awesome
Don't know how the fuck I bought it
High speed chase, patrol behind me
Don't know how the fuck I lost them
I say skiiir
vroom, head on collision, don't know how I'm talking
Craz with a Jeep under paraplegic while barely can see and don't know how I'm walking
Don't know her perry
Probably be talking your shawty be gawking
She stalling, she falling
Don't know why she's talking or why she be calling
Protecting your momma's house, Macaulay Culkin
Rappers I don't know I'm right on their heels
Don't know how to party, but I'm going in
While they had a party I'm stacking my ins
Exit in a rental, come back in a Benz
I got it
I know a lot, but there's some things I dont know
Don't know no bitch that I can't hit, don't know no chick that say no
Don't know no chips that I can't get, don't know no whip I can't own
Shit, I know a lot, but there's some things I dont know
Don't know no ugly bitches
Don't know no broke niggas
Don't know no snitch niggas
Don't know no bitch niggas
There's some things I don't know
Don't know no
Don't know no
The lyrics of Kevin Gates's song Don't Know express his confidence and self-assuredness in different areas of his life, pointing out that there are some things he doesn't know, but these are generally insignificant compared to his knowledge and power. The opening lines state that Gates is aware of a lot of things, but there are some things that he's unsure about. However, when it comes to women, money, and possessions, he's confident in his abilities to get whatever he wants. He goes on to say that he doesn't know any ugly or broke people, nor does he associate with those who are snitches or fake.
The second verse of Don't Know sees Gates boasting about his luxurious lifestyle, including owning a Phantom and a condo in different states. He also mentions that he knows no one who isn't "retarded," which is a derogatory term that is considered offensive. Additionally, he talks about being searched by TSA before boarding private jets and not knowing anyone who can't afford to take a trip when they're bored. The final verse describes Gates making expensive purchases and being in high-speed chases, and he just can't believe the things he's able to achieve.
Overall, Kevin Gates's Don't Know is an anthem that praises the rapper's success, material possessions, and confidence. Despite acknowledging that he doesn't know some things, he uses provocative language to assert his dominance in different aspects of his life.
Line by Line Meaning
I know a lot, but there's some things I dont know
I acknowledge that there are things I am aware of and things I am not aware of
Don't know no bitch that I can't hit, don't know no chick that say no
I have the ability to be intimate with any woman I please; I have never encountered a woman who rejects me
Don't know no chips that I can't get, don't know no whip I can't own
I have achieved financial success to the point where I can acquire any material possessions I desire
Shit, I know a lot, but there's some things I dont know
Although I have gained knowledge through my experiences, there are still areas where I lack understanding
Don't know no ugly bitches
I only associate with physically attractive women
Don't know no broke niggas
I do not associate with people who are lacking in financial resources
Don't know no snitch niggas
I do not associate with people who betray others by reporting their activities to authorities
Don't know no bitch niggas
I do not associate with people who display cowardly or weak behavior
Don't know nobody leaning harder, Phantom ball out in Florida
I do not know anyone who is more successful or flaunts their wealth more than me
Condo out in Georgia, my little daughter died in this water
Despite my privileged lifestyle, I have experienced tragedy and grief through the loss of my child
Don't know nobody who ain't retarded
Everyone I know has some form of flaw or imperfection
Know there's a name, don't know what to call it
I am aware of something, but I cannot properly categorize or define it
Act as if it flowing like a faucet, 40′s my precaution
I behave as though money comes easily and abundantly, but I still take measures to be cautious with my spending
Don't know who can't afford to take a trip when they get bored
I am not familiar with anyone who does not possess the financial means to travel for leisure
Keep their chick in Michael Kors, wake up in designer stores
I am not familiar with anyone who does not provide luxurious material possessions for their romantic partner and themselves
Infini trucks be pulling up, Louis luggage on the floor
I frequently encounter wealthy individuals who display their luxury possessions, such as expensive vehicles and designer luggage
And being searched by TSA, private jets we finna board oh
Despite possessing great wealth, I am still subjected to security checks while traveling by plane
This new whip I bought is awesome
I have recently acquired a new, impressive vehicle
Don't know how the fuck I bought it
I am not entirely sure how I was able to afford such an expensive purchase
High speed chase, patrol behind me
I am being pursued by law enforcement at a high speed
Don't know how the fuck I lost them
I am not sure how I was able to evade or outsmart the pursuing law enforcement officers
Craz with a Jeep under paraplegic while barely can see and don't know how I'm walking
I have overcome physical challenges and disabilities to the point where I can walk and even drive a vehicle
Don't know her perry
I am not familiar with a woman named Perry
Probably be talking your shawty be gawking
It is likely that while I am engaged in conversation, women are admiring me
She stalling, she falling
Women are hesitant to resist my advances and often give in to my charm
Don't know why she's talking or why she be calling
I am not sure why women are drawn to me and continue to contact me
Protecting your momma's house, Macaulay Culkin
I am skilled at protecting myself and others' property, similar to the main character in 'Home Alone'
Rappers I don't know I'm right on their heels
I am quickly gaining recognition and success in the rap industry
Don't know how to party, but I'm going in
I am not aware of proper party etiquette, but I am still enjoying myself at events
While they had a party I'm stacking my ins
While others are enjoying themselves at parties, I am focusing on making money and increasing my wealth
Exit in a rental, come back in a Benz
I can easily switch vehicles depending on my needs or desires
I got it
I am confident in my success, wealth, and abilities
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, SPIKY I M IN PUBLISHING, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Glenda R. Proby, Samuel Eugene III Irving, Kevin Gilyard
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I can't wait until I see you riding in the GTA. I'll throw up the six like a bausss.
@butteredfries
Rap is not my genre of music, but Kevin Gates is a fucking badass, hands down.
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One of his most slept on songs 🔥
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Kevin Gates that boy. I salute you big homie. Louisiana stand up!!!