Kevin Gilyard (born February 5, 1986), better known by his stage name Kevin… Read Full Bio ↴Kevin Gilyard (born February 5, 1986), better known by his stage name Kevin Gates, is an American rapper and singer from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In 2013, it was announced that Gates signed to Young Money Entertainment.
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.

Money Magnet
Kevin Gates Lyrics

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Every bitch I had look like they got booty shots
Gonna likes to shoot but not the same object that Kool got
Kool is my photographer, ain't know if you knew or not
East Atlanta, I'm with Mojo, he's got stupid nines
And in this section by myself, I'm a fucking gangster
College bitch say she always wanna fuck a gangster
Foreign cars, ?
In that nine, Glock 9 tucked up in my waist

South side, outside, hustle in the rain
Won't cut no corners, stood on corners for a quarter a day
252, get 4 of them, you got 1008
Public housing, stay from round, smoke out a pound of grapes
Sold bookoo ounces by the thousands in a race for guap
Chip off a block, killer come quickly chip off your block

I heard that it was money on the avenue
Betcha I be stupid racked up by the afternoon
Shawty, a bad bitch, her booty doing magic
Rack's a money magnet, watch her do gymnastics
Say the street lights, just came on
All my girlfriends wondering why I ain't came home
I'm a money magnet, I'm a money magnet
I'm a money magnet, and my pockets got the mumps

Not in a disrespectful manner, but my pants is sagging
I'm in the game of pharmaceuticals, and I ain't bragging
I gave a listen to your music and I started laughing
Wondering who the fuck is you, and when you started trapping
BWA, Bread Winners Association
Ain't got a DOC number, we not associated
Polo logo crazy, only on my underwear
In my closet for hours, undecided on what I'mma wear
I walk around with 60 grand in my 508s
And rings glistening, women giggling, right away
Don't hang out in booty clubs, I don't like to party
'Cause bitches from the booty club give me private parties

I heard that it was money on the avenue
Betcha I be stupid racked up by the afternoon
Shawty, a bad bitch, her booty doing magic
Rack's a money magnet, watch her do gymnastics
Say the street lights, just came on
All my girlfriends wondering why I ain't came home
I'm a money magnet, I'm a money magnet
I'm a money magnet, and my pockets got the mumps

I heard that it was money on the avenue
Betcha I be stupid racked up by the afternoon

Say the street lights, just came on
And my pockets got the mumps

Overall Meaning

The song Money Magnet by Kevin Gates is primarily about his lifestyle, his experiences, and his relationship with money. Gates begins by describing his encounter with various women who are attractive but have had work done on their bodies to enhance their curves. He also mentions Kool, his photographer, who may have photographed these women. Gates then talks about his neighborhood in East Atlanta and being with Mojo, someone who has a firearm. He also claims to be a gangster, something that he says impresses college women. Gates then moves on to talk about his possessions, including foreign cars, and firearms that he carries around with him. He mentions the money he makes and the time he spent hustling to make that money. Gates then describes himself as a "money magnet," someone who attracts money and has a lot of it.

The next section of the song talks about Gates' association with drugs and his affiliation with the Bread Winners Association. He also mentions his expensive clothing, including his designer underwear. Gates then speaks about carrying large sums of cash with him and how women are attracted to him because of his wealth. He finishes the song by repeating the chorus about how he's a money magnet, and his pockets are full of cash.

Overall, Kevin Gates' Money Magnet is a song that glorifies the rapper's lavish lifestyle and affluence, drawing attention to his possession of firearms and affiliation with drugs. In contrast, it also depicts Gates' struggle to achieve his wealth and how he is taking advantage of every opportunity to accumulate his wealth to become a money magnet.

Line by Line Meaning

Every bitch I had look like they got booty shots
All the women I have been with appear to have had surgical enhancements to their buttocks

Gonna likes to shoot but not the same object that Kool got
I enjoy shooting, but not in the same professional capacity as my photographer, Kool

Kool is my photographer, ain't know if you knew or not
I have a personal photographer named Kool, in case you were unaware

East Atlanta, I'm with Mojo, he's got stupid nines
I am currently in East Atlanta with my associate Mojo, who is carrying powerful firearms

And in this section by myself, I'm a fucking gangster
When I am alone in this area, I feel like a fearless member of a criminal gang

College bitch say she always wanna fuck a gangster
A woman from a higher education institution expressed her desire to have sexual intercourse with a gang member

Foreign cars, ?
I am unsure of the specific context, but perhaps I own or have access to luxury vehicles from foreign countries

In that nine, Glock 9 tucked up in my waist
I am discreetly carrying a Glock 9 handgun on my person

South side, outside, hustle in the rain
I conduct my business dealings on the southern side of town, even during inclement weather

Won't cut no corners, stood on corners for a quarter a day
I refuse to take any shortcuts, and have previously stood on street corners for a modest income

252, get 4 of them, you got 1008
If you purchase four units at the going rate of $252 per unit, you will have a total of $1008

Public housing, stay from round, smoke out a pound of grapes
I live in government-subsidized housing, but try to avoid being seen smoking a pound of marijuana

Sold bookoo ounces by the thousands in a race for guap
I have rapidly sold large quantities of illegal drugs, all in pursuit of financial gain

Chip off a block, killer come quickly chip off your block
If provoked, an aggressive individual from my circle of associates would quickly and ruthlessly retaliate against anyone who poses a threat to our dealings

I heard that it was money on the avenue
A rumor has spread that there is a significant amount of cash to be made in a particular area

Betcha I be stupid racked up by the afternoon
I am confident that I will earn a large sum of money by the end of the day

Shawty, a bad bitch, her booty doing magic
I am currently in the presence of an attractive woman whose posterior is particularly enchanting

Rack's a money magnet, watch her do gymnastics
This woman is adept at attracting cash in large quantities, and is currently demonstrating her physical flexibility to entertain us

Say the street lights, just came on
The local street lights have just turned on, indicating that it is now evening

All my girlfriends wondering why I ain't came home
My romantic partners are concerned or upset that I have not returned to our shared residence

I'm a money magnet, I'm a money magnet
I seem to have a natural talent for attracting wealth and riches

And my pockets got the mumps
My pockets are noticeably bloated or swollen, perhaps due to the large amount of cash they contain

Not in a disrespectful manner, but my pants is sagging
I do not intend to offend anyone, but my pants are currently worn in a manner that exposes my underwear and buttocks

I'm in the game of pharmaceuticals, and I ain't bragging
I am involved in the illicit trade of prescription drugs, but do not intend to boast about it

I gave a listen to your music and I started laughing
After hearing your musical creations, I found myself uncontrollably chuckling or guffawing

Wondering who the fuck is you, and when you started trapping
I am curious about your identity and history of drug dealing or other illegal activities

BWA, Bread Winners Association
I am affiliated with or a member of a group called the Bread Winners Association

Ain't got a DOC number, we not associated
I do not have a number associated with the Department of Corrections, indicating that I am not currently incarcerated

Polo logo crazy, only on my underwear
I have a particular affinity or obsession for clothing featuring the Polo brand logo, specifically limited to my undergarments

In my closet for hours, undecided on what I'mma wear
I have spent an extended period of time choosing an outfit to wear from my wardrobe, and remain indecisive

I walk around with 60 grand in my 508s
I carry a substantial amount of money, specifically $60,000, in my pants pocket or waistband

And rings glistening, women giggling, right away
I am wearing jewelry that is noticeably shiny or sparkling, causing nearby women to react positively and laugh

Don't hang out in booty clubs, I don't like to party
I do not frequent establishments that feature exotic dancers, as I am not particularly interested in nightlife or socializing

'Cause bitches from the booty club give me private parties
I have previously been invited to private social gatherings hosted by strippers or other workers from such establishments

Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DAVID CUNNINGHAM, GARY HILL, GARY RAFAEL HILL, KEVIN GILYARD

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