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.
Just Want Some Money
Kevin Gates Lyrics
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I don't never lie to y'all about nothin'
Mane shit fucked up right now man
I'm going back to Hunts
I know they was goin' do me up, I swear to God mane
Leave all that in there
Okay three months behind on rent but my P.O. I payed em'
My dawg got it, told em pop it, say he can't afford it
Lord forgive me, if he tempt me, I might have to force him
Two pair of drawers, when I'm thuggin', back to jail I'm comin'
So I can have a pair to rock, toilet wash the other
Two kids a week apart, and on the way another baby
My hoes pretend they love me
All my baby mamas hate me
I know my dawg seen me starvin' while this his pack was swolen
In the club, poppin' bottles, I just can't ignore it
Know he got it, told em pop it, now he can't afford it
Lord forgive me, if he tempt me, I might have to force him
I just want some money, I just want some money, I just want some money
(You know how I'm comin')
I just want some money, I just want some money
Head first behind the bread (You know how I'm comin')
Doing bad, flat broke, ain't a thang to say
Look out for your dawg, got u when I get it straight
Doing bad, flat broke, ain't a thang to say
Look out for your dawg, I got u when I get it straight
The drug habit through the roof, mane you know what's happenin'
Every bitch that love me, bang and count it, overdraft
(What's with all the excuses, you gon' do it or don't?)
I know everybody I owe, I owe everybody I know
Then that same nigga I told, went told everybody I know (Damn)
Dr-dr-dressing for me, catching rides, then got disgusting
Passenger side in public, women, who give up they number
Talkin' ballin', then you oughtta toss it on the muzzle
Wanna break it off, might just have to break him off of nothin'
They lookin good but maybe, just ran out of patience
All around me papers, ain't nothin' straight girl
Hear me prayin'
Feel like I'm hatin' on em'
He don't wanna give it up, I might have to take it from em'
I just want some money, I just want some money, I just want some money
(You know how I'm comin')
I just want some money, I just want some money
Head first behind the bread (You know how I'm comin')
Doing bad, flat broke, ain't a thang to say
Look out for your dawg, got u when I get it straight
Doing bad, flat broke, ain't a thang to say
Look out for your dawg, I got u when I get it straight
All these old bitch ass niggas runnin' round this bitch ballin'
Yeah this song ain't for you
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Yeah 2014 I'm a take control of the reins
In Kevin Gates's song "Just Want Some Money", he is speaking about his current financial situation and the desperate measures he is considering to acquire money. He starts off the song by admitting that he is behind on his rent and that he feels like he has to resort to his gangster ways when he is broke. Throughout the song, Kevin talks about the people in his life who have money that he wants to have, but who won't give it to him. He is willing to force them to give him what he wants, even if it means doing something illegal. He also talks about his various baby mamas who pretend to love him but really hate him, adding to the stress he is facing in his life.
Overall, "Just Want Some Money" showcases Kevin Gates's raw and unfiltered honesty about his struggles with money and relationships. It is a reflection of his real-life experiences and the harsh realities of life for many people in his community. Through his lyrics, Kevin is able to connect with his fans on a deeper level and paint a vivid picture of the struggles faced by those living in poverty and dealing with addiction.
Line by Line Meaning
Life story for life story, ya heard me
I'm always honest and straightforward with you.
I don't never lie to y'all about nothin'
I always tell the truth, no matter what.
Mane shit fucked up right now man
Things are tough for me at the moment.
I'm going back to Hunts
I'm returning to my hometown.
I know they was goin' do me up, I swear to God mane
I knew they were going to try and take advantage of me.
Leave all that in there
Forget about all the problems I'm facing.
Okay three months behind on rent but my P.O. I payed em'
Although I'm behind on rent, I still prioritize paying my probation officer.
Just thought I'd warn you, when I'm broke I turn into a gangsta
I become more aggressive when I have no money.
My dawg got it, told em pop it, say he can't afford it
My friend has the money, but he can't actually afford to spend it.
Lord forgive me, if he tempt me, I might have to force him
I might have to use force if tempted to take the money from my friend.
Two pair of drawers, when I'm thuggin', back to jail I'm comin'
I bring two pairs of underwear when I'm engaging in criminal activity so I have a spare in jail.
So I can have a pair to rock, toilet wash the other
I wash one pair in the toilet so I can wear the other pair while it dries.
Two kids a week apart, and on the way another baby
I have three children with multiple women, and another one is on the way.
My hoes pretend they love me
The women I'm with only act like they love me for my money.
All my baby mamas hate me
The mothers of my children dislike me.
I know my dawg seen me starvin' while this his pack was swolen
My friend saw me struggling while he was making money from selling drugs.
In the club, poppin' bottles, I just can't ignore it
I can't resist spending money on alcohol in the club.
Know he got it, told em pop it, now he can't afford it
My friend spent all his money on alcohol and can no longer afford other things.
Lord forgive me, if he tempt me, I might have to force him
I might have to resort to violence if I'm tempted to take the money from my friend.
The drug habit through the roof, mane you know what's happenin'
My drug addiction has spiraled out of control.
Every bitch that love me, bang and count it, overdraft
The women who are with me spend all my money and overdraft my account.
(What's with all the excuses, you gon' do it or don't?)
Stop making excuses and either pay me back or don't bother.
I know everybody I owe, I owe everybody I know
I owe money to everyone I know.
Then that same nigga I told, went told everybody I know (Damn)
The person I confided in told everyone about my financial situation.
Dr-dr-dressing for me, catching rides, then got disgusting
I dress nicely for people to give me rides but end up not looking as presentable later.
Passenger side in public, women, who give up they number
Women give me their phone numbers while I'm in the passenger seat of someone else's car.
Talkin' ballin', then you oughtta toss it on the muzzle
Don't brag about having money if you can't back it up.
Wanna break it off, might just have to break him off of nothin'
I might have to use force to end things with someone who owes me money.
They lookin good but maybe, just ran out of patience
The situation might seem good, but I'm running out of patience.
All around me papers, ain't nothin' straight girl
There's a lot of chaos and confusion in my life.
Hear me prayin'
I'm asking for a higher power to help me through my struggles.
Feel like I'm hatin' on em'
I feel jealous of other people who are doing better.
He don't wanna give it up, I might have to take it from em'
If someone doesn't willingly give me money, I might have to steal it from them.
Doing bad, flat broke, ain't a thang to say
I'm doing poorly financially and there's no denying it.
Look out for your dawg, got u when I get it straight
Take care of your friends, and I'll help you out when I can.
All these old bitch ass niggas runnin' round this bitch ballin'
I'm frustrated with people who are acting wealthy but might not actually have money.
(You know how I'm comin')
You know my personality and how I act when I'm in need of money.
2014 I'm a take control of the reins
I'm going to take control of my life and finances starting in the new year.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: UNKNOWN COMPOSER, KEVIN GILYARD, PERCY KEITH
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