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.
Free At Last
Kevin Gates Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Pronto (pronto), I got it coming in, pronto (woo)
Stuffing the check in the console
Then throw the Lambo' in launch mode (hmm)
Release the things that'll keep me back (yeah)
Cut off my whole nine, free at last
Want me to be fake can't agree with that (woo)
Having my way now I'm free at last
Having my way now I'm free at last
Pronto, I got 'em comin' in, pronto (free at last)
Stuffing the check in the console (yeah)
Then throw the Lambo' in launch mode (hmm)
I look at everybody 'round me different
I know agenda's always probably hidden
Bread winners sticking to the mission
Depression done dissipate while doing fitness
I come from cooked dope over crack stoves, clutching fishing poles in the kitchen
Open doors come from dealing lows, tryna hit the road in the Bentley
I'm making progress, I can not digress
Dick in your bitch to for comfort or digest?
My heart done got colder but I done got stronger (woo)
Shoutout to Pyrex, she just showed me a twin sister, I'm a general
I wanna try that, Dior shopping, Brasi poppin', stop it
Walk anybody, go in a studio make me a movie (woo)
Pressure apply that (hmm)
Law and service couldn't grasp, hundred yard dash
Thumbing through a bag, peel all tag
Kilogram send letter to my fans
Catch me if you can, transform that to a half a man, Afghanistan
You wouldn't understand how I'm really living
I had it bad when I went to prison
Chris Brown diamonds won't stop shining
Choreographed dance on me when he glistenin' (rr)
I'm on a grind and I crunch it out
I'm boss slanging iron and I punch it out
Get out of line I'm a punch it on
Pronto (pronto), I got it coming in, pronto (woo)
Stuffing the check in the console
Then throw the Lambo' in launch mode (hmm)
Release the things that'll keep me back (yeah)
Cut off my whole nine, free at last
Want me to be fake can't agree with that (woo)
Having my way now I'm free at last, yeah
Having my way now I'm free at last
Having my way now I'm free at last
Pronto, I got 'em coming in, pronto (free at last)
Stuffing the check in the console (yeah)
Then throw the Lambo' 1n launch mode (hmm)
Have you ever had to steal and rob? (Give it up)
Illegal firearms in a uniform
Distributing while you work a job
Stiff and a stupid bumming for a ride (the fuck?)
Catching a bus for it
Still unemployed got this out the mud for it (yeah)
Talk 'bout a love story
This make you really want pray for a plug, don't you?
This a new situation, Off-White socks come by the cases
Lemon pepper sushi I'm kicking flavor
Elongated T's out of big fragrance
Smell good, that's the sin of a gangsta
Pedicure, manicure I get tailored
Peek of eloquence don't gotta say it
Not human baby, I am amazing (yes, Lord)
Foreign broad I treat her like my strap
Grip her hard, throw the clip in her back
This ain't no carbon copy
Pardon a body don't embody the heart of Brasi
I'm where the reaper dwell
Pursuit of perfection, this ain't been no easy trail (u-uh)
I'm a young millionaire, on a sea at a island surrounded by billionaires
Killa of a competition, I met a chick who a big walking contradiction
Met me a yoga coach and she a vegan
Say she hate meat but she eatin' my penis
She sucking on me, and she freaky she squirting
If we have a threesome I'm purchasing purses
The Louis, Chanel, the Hermes or the Birkin
I piss off her man and I done it on purpose
Pronto, I got it coming in, pronto (woo)
Stuffing the check in the console
Then throw the Lambo' in launch mode (hmm)
Release the things that'll keep me back (yeah)
Cut off my whole nine, free at last
Want me to be fake can't agree with that (woo)
Having my way now I'm free at last, yeah
Having my way now I'm free at last
Having my way now I'm free at last
Pronto, I got 'em comin' in, pronto (free at last)
Stuffing the check in the console (yeah)
Then throw the Lambo' in launch mode (hmm)
In "Free At Last," Kevin Gates raps about his life after prison and how he's achieved success despite the obstacles he's faced. The song is about his hustle and grind to make money and live life on his terms, with lines about getting money quickly and living fast. He takes pride in his success and what he's accomplished, and the song's hook "Having my way now I'm free at last" speaks to that.
Throughout the song, Gates talks about his perspective on life and how he's become aware of people's hidden agendas, saying "I look at everybody 'round me different, I know agenda's always probably hidden." He reflects on his past and how far he's come, saying "I come from cooked dope over crack stoves, clutching fishing poles in the kitchen." He talks about his physical fitness and the release it's provided him from his depression, saying "Depression done dissipate while doing fitness."
Gates also touches on a variety of topics, including his sexual encounters and music success. He boasts about his wealth and the designer items he can buy, saying he's "Killa of a competition, I met a chick who a big walking contradiction. Met me a yoga coach and she a vegan. Say she hate meat but she eatin' my penis." Gates is unapologetic about his lifestyle, and throughout the song, he takes ownership of his choices.
Line by Line Meaning
Pronto (pronto), I got it coming in, pronto (woo)
I am constantly making moves and receiving money quickly.
Stuffing the check in the console
I'm keeping my money close to me and not letting anyone take it.
Then throw the Lambo' in launch mode (hmm)
I'm flashy and like to show off my success.
Release the things that'll keep me back (yeah)
I'm freeing myself from anything that may hinder my success.
Cut off my whole nine, free at last
I am cutting off anything that is holding me back and finally free from it.
Want me to be fake can't agree with that (woo)
I refuse to be anything less than who I really am, regardless of what others may want me to be.
Having my way now I'm free at last, yeah
I have the freedom to live my life as I please and do what I want.
I look at everybody 'round me different
I've changed my perspective on those around me and no longer trust everyone.
I know agenda's always probably hidden
I understand that people may have ulterior motives and hidden agendas.
Depression done dissipate while doing fitness
I've been able to overcome my depression through physical fitness and exercise.
Open doors come from dealing lows, tryna hit the road in the Bentley
I've gained success and opportunities through my struggles and hardships.
My heart done got colder but I done got stronger (woo)
I may have become colder and more guarded, but I've also become stronger and more resilient.
I'm on a grind and I crunch it out
I'm consistently working hard and putting in the effort to achieve my goals.
Get out of line I'm a punch it on
If someone crosses me or causes problems, I will fight back and defend myself.
This make you really want pray for a plug, don't you?
This situation shows just how badly someone may want a connection or hook-up to succeed.
Pedicure, manicure I get tailored
I take care of my appearance and invest in myself.
Not human baby, I am amazing (yes, Lord)
I am proud of my accomplishments and believe in myself.
Killa of a competition
I am strong and capable of taking down any competition in my way.
Met me a yoga coach and she a vegan
I've met someone who is very different from me and has a completely different lifestyle.
I piss off her man and I done it on purpose
I may intentionally cause conflict and stir things up with someone else's romantic partner.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Al Geno, Cozy From Earth, Marcellus Kevin Gates, Mattazik Muzik
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
A G
this song landed at the peak of my transformation and sent me over the edge. i really owe this dude so much
Mytime Now
Ok😊
jay ck
Having my way now I’m free at last
R Cannon
Blessing King keep going🙏🏽
Tee Pitts
This particular song is sick.. Kevin never yet to disappoint me. He found H.I.M. and everything else came behind it. He's truly blessed physically, mentally, verbally, metaphysically, etc if I had a idol it would be him.
Whisper Mountains Cannabis Inc.
This whole album, but the song and scars.
Flow Euphoria
Guard your spirit homie. he has flaws but hes so smart he tries to cope with ideas that are cool for a time. Like “ Wise men change fools stay the same” I partially agree with that I don’t like people changing I do like them evolving or ascending or elevating though so you could see any one of those three things for stay the same but change is weird
zaryahdaze1127
Thought I would get through the album but this shit stuck on repeat 🔥🔥💪🏾💪🏾
Victor Laurent
💪💪💪
Prophet Thedon
On god. I be in my car pressing the arrows to the left non stop lol