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.
I GRIND I GRIND
Kevin Gates Lyrics
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SE? you already know how we rocking nigga
I grind I grind I grind all day
This paper what I’m trying to chase
All I want is money
I can see the shit from miles away
I’m in my lane get out my way
I gotta run a check up
Imma keep on grinding till I’m straight
I grind I grind I grind all day
This paper what I’m trying to chase
All I want is money
I can see the shit from miles away
I’m in my lane get out my way
Grinding each and every day
I gotta run a check up
Imma keep on grinding till I’m straight
Imma grind out till I feel I’m straight
Cause I don’t know no other way
Stacking up my dinner plate
Fuck niggas get out my way
Swagger turned up to the max
Pockets filled up with the rack
And I keep the scrap
For all you lame niggas who trying to check
Money all I wanna see
In and out these fucking streets
Money out the rats ass
But I call it Chucky Cheese
I seen the shit from miles away
Balling like the NBA
I just twist the game up
And threw it in the ashtray
I just kicked a field goal
Chris, we bout that cash flow
Getting money is all I know
And that’s just how the game go
Hustle hard just for that cake
Feel like Chris Rock I’m here to stay
Yea - feel like Chris Rock I’m here to stay
I grind I grind I grind all day
This paper what I’m trying to chase
All I want is money
I can see the shit from miles away
I’m in my lane get out my way
Grinding each and every day
I gotta run a check up
Imma keep on grinding till I’m straight
Grinding hard - couldn’t get to sleep
Not counting sheep - but I’m having dreams
Powder whippin running out of chicken
With a lot of whips
While I’m counting figures
This the game no counterfeitin'
In the paint don’t count for slipping
Pounds a midget if you down to get it
We could meet in? while I pound a pigeon
Bell on a scale - dropped bread over there
People at the hotel - swing round to get it
Make sure the suite came equip with kitchens
Bout yo business we could test the issues
Pay my lil' sister Kayla -
She’ll catch the dishes
When the flipping I’m over
Back to the crib with a fridge full of soda
Wrist in the clench I could win me some over
Fucking up the room smell the
Stench from the odor
Making another two hundred bands
Then it’s over chick around the corner
Fin to bend over
Poke her slow and stroke her
Last? with game I’m in her brain
And me nuh roped her
Knuckles to the pavement
Grind for paper - you so loco
I grind I grind I grind all day
This paper what I’m trying to chase
All I want is money
I can see the shit from miles away
I’m in my lane get out my way
Grinding each and every day
I gotta run a check up
Imma keep on grinding till I’m straight
The lyrics to Kevin Gates's song "I GRIND I GRIND" depict his relentless pursuit of success and financial stability. He emphasizes his determination to work hard and grind every day to achieve his goals. Gates expresses his desire for money and how he can see it coming from a distance. He asserts his focus on his own lane and urges others to get out of his way. He is driven by the need to run a check, highlighting his commitment to securing financial success and stability.
The lyrics also touch on Gates's mindset and approach to life. He believes in grinding until he feels "straight," indicating his intention to keep working until he reaches a point of personal satisfaction. He mentions stacking up his dinner plate, metaphorically representing his accumulation of wealth. Gates's swagger is turned up to the max, and his pockets are filled with money, emphasizing his financial success. He keeps a scrap, possibly referring to a weapon, to protect himself from those who try to challenge him.
Overall, the lyrics demonstrate Kevin Gates's unwavering commitment to grinding, hustling, and securing financial success. He portrays himself as someone who knows no other way, driven by his desire for money and a better life.
Line by Line Meaning
Yo young Chris what’s happening naggers
Hey young Chris, what's going on my brothers
SE? you already know how we rocking nigga
SE? You already know how we roll, my friend
I grind I grind I grind all day
I work hard, constantly and tirelessly throughout the day
This paper what I’m trying to chase
I'm relentlessly pursuing money and financial success
All I want is money
Money is my ultimate desire
I can see the shit from miles away
I can clearly envision success and wealth in the distance
I’m in my lane get out my way
I'm focused on my path, so make way for me
Grinding each and every day
Working hard and hustling consistently, every single day
I gotta run a check up
I need to secure my financial accounts and make sure everything is in order
Imma keep on grinding till I’m straight
I will continue to work hard until I achieve financial stability and success
Imma grind out till I feel I’m straight
I will work relentlessly until I feel financially secure and comfortable
Cause I don’t know no other way
Because I am accustomed to and only know this one way of life
Stacking up my dinner plate
Accumulating wealth and financial resources
Fuck niggas get out my way
Ignoring and dismissing negative people who hinder my progress
Swagger turned up to the max
My confidence and style are at their highest level
Pockets filled up with the rack
My pockets are overflowing with money
And I keep the scrap
I possess a weapon to protect myself from disrespectful individuals
For all you lame niggas who trying to check
To all the unimpressive people trying to challenge me
Money all I wanna see
Money is my main focus and desire
In and out these fucking streets
Navigating and hustling in the dangerous streets
Money out the rats ass
I have an abundant amount of money
But I call it Chucky Cheese
But I playfully refer to it as Chucky Cheese, a children's entertainment center
I seen the shit from miles away
I have anticipated and visualized success and wealth from a long distance
Balling like the NBA
I am living a lavish and extravagant lifestyle similar to NBA players
I just twist the game up
I manipulate and change the rules of the game to my advantage
And threw it in the ashtray
And casually discard the old rules, treating them as insignificant
I just kicked a field goal
I just achieved a major success or accomplishment
Chris, we bout that cash flow
Chris, we are fully committed to generating and accumulating wealth
Getting money is all I know
Making money is the only thing I am familiar with
And that’s just how the game go
That's just how the industry operates
Hustle hard just for that cake
Putting in intense effort and dedication for financial gain
Feel like Chris Rock I’m here to stay
I have a strong presence and influence in the industry, similar to Chris Rock
Grinding hard - couldn’t get to sleep
Working diligently - unable to rest or sleep
Not counting sheep - but I’m having dreams
Not mentally counting sheep to fall asleep, but rather, envisioning and pursuing my dreams
Powder whippin running out of chicken
Engaging in drug dealing activities and running out of supply
With a lot of whips
Having multiple expensive cars
While I’m counting figures
Simultaneously calculating large sums of money
This the game no counterfeitin'
This is the real deal, no fakes or frauds
In the paint don’t count for slipping
In this dangerous situation, any mistakes can have serious consequences
Pounds a midget if you down to get it
I am willing to engage in risky behavior to acquire large amounts of drugs
We could meet in? while I pound a pigeon
We can have a meeting, but only while I engage in sexual activity
Bell on a scale - dropped bread over there
I received a notification about a drug transaction and immediately paid for it
People at the hotel - swing round to get it
Individuals at the hotel will come by and collect their drugs
Make sure the suite came equip with kitchens
I ensure that the hotel suite is equipped with drug production facilities
Bout yo business we could test the issues
If you handle your business properly, we can face and overcome challenges together
Pay my lil' sister Kayla - She’ll catch the dishes
I financially support my younger sister Kayla, and she takes care of household chores
When the flipping I’m over
When the drug dealing or money-making activity is finished
Back to the crib with a fridge full of soda
Returning home with a large quantity of cocaine
Wrist in the clench I could win me some over
I have a tight grip on my wrist, indicating my success and dominance
Fucking up the room smell the stench from the odor
Engaging in illegal activities and causing the room to have a foul smell
Making another two hundred bands
Generating an additional two hundred thousand dollars
Then it’s over chick around the corner Fin to bend over
Once I make that money, I will no longer associate with individuals around the corner and focus on casual sexual encounters
Poke her slow and stroke her
Engaging in sexual activities with a woman slowly and sensually
Last? with game I’m in her brain And me nuh roped her
I have impressed her with my charming and persuasive skills, and she fell for me without any manipulation
Knuckles to the pavement
Using physical force or violence, punching someone on the ground
Grind for paper - you so loco
Working hard to earn money, you are crazy if you think otherwise
I grind I grind I grind all day
I work hard and hustle all day long
This paper what I’m trying to chase
I am relentlessly pursuing financial success and wealth
All I want is money
My ultimate desire is to have a lot of money
I can see the shit from miles away
I can clearly envision and foresee success and wealth in the future
I’m in my lane get out my way
I am focused on my path, so move out of my path
Grinding each and every day
I am consistently working hard and hustling every single day
I gotta run a check up
I need to ensure that my financial accounts are in order
Imma keep on grinding till I’m straight
I will continue to work hard until I achieve financial stability and success
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