Great Example
Kevin Gates Lyrics


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See this nigga, ya heard me, we come up in the same section
You know I love you to death
You know I really slang iron behind you and everythang
But you would go above and beyond for some ol' pussy ass niggas that ain't even built like me

Talked about behind my back as if I wasn't worthy
Lord knows that I ain't perfect but I sho deserve it
Family hurtin', no one on Earth pick up the slack but me
Send me somebody who won't turn their back on me

Facin' disaster, got it out the mud we made it happen
Keepin' it loyal with your niggas, I'm a great example
You lean on me, I lean on you
Gr-Great example
You kill for me, I kill for you
Gr-Great example

Family, in the state missin'
I don't celebrate Christmas
Levels, I don't like pictures
Jail, I don't do visits
You gon' leave, Im'ma be in here
Im'ma wanna be witcha
Leonardo won the award, I love you, you a real nigga
Ever fumble, he'll lift me
Plug don't front it Im'ma rip'em
Real war, mind yo business
In the coupe, juice Bentley
I-I'm gettin' that money lil' nigga
I'm thumbin' through hundreds lil' nigga
Slept on floors, Ramen noodles
Daddy pimp hard, like them movies
I go stupid

Talked about behind my back as if I wasn't worthy
Lord knows that I ain't perfect but I sho deserve it
Family hurtin', no one on Earth pick up the slack but me
Send me somebody who won't turn their back on me

Facin' disaster, got it out the mud we made it happen
Keepin' it loyal with your niggas, I'm a great example
You lean on me, I lean on you
Gr-Great example
You kill for me, I kill for you
Gr-Great example

Used to get high but I kicked it
Shootin' dog food in my dick
Shit comin' up missin' bitch ass niggas say that I'm stealin'
Went to jail takin' my lick, betcha can't never say that I'm squealin'
Real nigga out of Memphis
If he ever need me I'm dippin'
Commissary came Christmas
Nobody sendin' me nickels
Just a notepad full of dope brass on a top rack with no pictures
Adecaine on C4, late night epp out vicious
Play wit' it then I'm out there
Breadwinner shit, let's get it
Woah

Talked about behind my back as if I wasn't worthy
Lord knows that I ain't perfect but I sho deserve it
Family hurtin', no one on Earth pick up the slack but me
Send me somebody who won't turn their back on me

Facin' disaster, got it out the mud we made it happen
Keepin' it loyal with your niggas, I'm a great example
You lean on me, I lean on you
Gr-Great example
You kill for me, I kill for you
Gr-Great example

Landlord Brasi man
Fast car, private plane
EDA, IDK
Im'ma be fly today
Whip in the exotic
Just told lil' Fee Im'ma fly away
Petey like, "Kevin you trippin'
You ain't healed up, and you limping"
I am not out here pretendin'
I'll catch me a body mayne
Dick in lil' mama, she squealin' feel like a body SPRING-
No one can save you from me
No one can save you from me

Talked about behind my back as if I wasn't worthy
Lord knows that I ain't perfect but I sho deserve it
Family hurtin', no one on Earth pick up the slack but me
Send me somebody who won't turn their back on me

Facin' disaster, got it out the mud we made it happen
Keepin' it loyal with your niggas, I'm a great example
You lean on me, I lean on you
Gr-Great example




You kill for me, I kill for you
Gr-Great example

Overall Meaning

In "Great Example," Kevin Gates talks about the loyalty and trust he shares with a friend from the same section while calling out others who talk about him behind his back. He mentions how his friend would go above and beyond for people who are not worth it, while he puts in all the effort to support his family even when no one else does. Gates asks for someone who won't turn their back on him and acknowledges how they both lean on each other as a great example of true friendship.


Throughout the song, Gates shares his struggles with addiction and his past mistakes, but he has worked hard to get out of the mud and make a name for himself in the music industry. He is not afraid to call out people who don't respect him or his loyalty and makes it clear that he values loyalty above all else.


Overall, "Great Example" is a powerful song about loyalty, love, and the importance of true friendship. It is a reminder to stay true to yourself and to surround yourself with people who truly care and support you.


Line by Line Meaning

See this nigga, ya heard me, we come up in the same section
I know you well and we grew up in the same area.


You know I love you to death
I have immense love and devotion for you.


You know I really slang iron behind you and everythang
I am willing to use firearms to protect you and your interests.


But you would go above and beyond for some ol' pussy ass niggas that ain't even built like me
You prioritize and do more for people who are not worth it, while neglecting and overlooking the value I bring to your life.


Talked about behind my back as if I wasn't worthy
People gossip about me without considering my worth or accomplishments.


Lord knows that I ain't perfect but I sho deserve it
I acknowledge my flaws but believe that I deserve respect and recognition.


Family hurtin', no one on Earth pick up the slack but me
My family is struggling, and I am the only one taking responsibility and taking action to help.


Send me somebody who won't turn their back on me
I am in need of a trustworthy and loyal person to rely on.


Facin' disaster, got it out the mud we made it happen
Despite encountering difficulties, we were able to succeed through hard work and perseverance.


Keepin' it loyal with your niggas, I'm a great example
I demonstrate loyalty to my friends and serve as a model for others to follow.


You lean on me, I lean on you Gr-Great example
We depend on each other and serve as a positive influence on one another.


You kill for me, I kill for you Gr-Great example
We are willing to go to great lengths, even harming others, to protect and support each other.


Landlord Brasi man Fast car, private plane EDA, IDK Im'ma be fly today
I am wealthy and live a luxurious lifestyle, and I am ready to travel by plane today.


Whip in the exotic Just told lil' Fee Im'ma fly away
I am driving an expensive car and just informed my friend Fee that I will be leaving soon.


Petey like, "Kevin you trippin' You ain't healed up, and you limping"
My friend Petey is concerned about my well-being and points out that I am not fully recovered from an injury.


No one can save you from me
I am powerful and unstoppable, and no one can protect you from my actions.




Lyrics Β© Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: KEVIN GILYARD

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