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.
The Prayer
Kevin Gates Lyrics
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You was probably thinkin' bout me durin'
Quran with me, thumbin' through the surahs
Needed moisture, wouldn't give you urine
Rest in peace Puerto Rican J
Yo no me canso, what the fuck he say?
Fat Marquito, who the fuck are they?
With her mother, probably where she stay
Fat, black, nasty, who your baby daddy?
Sure as hell ain't Puerto Rican Gates
Name in my ear, real 'til you squeal
You no longer silent, on some gangster shit
Hoe get out your feelings
All on Instagram
Internet beef, lil' dirty stinky bitch
Hate I mean this with all my heart when I tell you
Fuck your mama, I just bought a whip
On you pussy where you niggas gotta sit
Sayin' pussy 'cause you sure ain't gotta dick
Born Breadwinner, fuck that other shit
I-I believe in a sky, a higher power
Shots fired by your favorite rapper
Partner boom boom boom God got my body
God time to shine, I'm not satisfied
Lucas on the line, shut up hoe be quiet
Hoes wanna fuck Breadwinner Ron
Come on say you don't, hoe you know you lyin'
Pretty motherfucker, jokers say I'm ugly
Where your real hair? Hoe you know you cryin'
Uncle be blowin' up a nigga phone now
Uh uh nigga, come on keep it where you kept it
Took a lot of L's, I became a veteran
On a set-back, I be steady steppin'
Double duck city, tooly rang movin'
Out the chain gang, 40 with the drum
Same nigga in your party goin' dumb
Diamonds in my mouth, I don't let it run
Rihanna wanna suck a real nigga dick
Really going down, not in no DM
Partner wonder why she won't let it slip
He don't keep it real, hit him on the flip
Meet me 'round the corner, burn him with his kids
Why he got the biz?
He know what he did
Ain't no love when the winners really win
Peddle drugs in a rental, spin your wheels
Junkie name bought a spot, I pay the bills
Cocaine residue up under fingernails
All on top the table and on every scale
Pop's scrips for me, I want every pill
Winter cold summer, never know the feel
Sirens pull up, we already know the drill
Whoop the charge, but we couldn't beat the ride
Schemin' on me, see the look in people eyes
She a demon, while she speakin' Im'ma slide
Nigga winkin' I ain't even muster surprise
Calm in projects, on my feet I need to drive
Two men seeker counter close to twenty-five
Five years ago, when I was twenty-five
Twenty-five, facin' twenty-five to life
Receivin' in, wasn't even read my rights
A bitch you want some money, she can take a hike
Me, myself, and I took my own advice
Breadwinner films, built an enterprise
Had to shoot some shit, depend on which device
Go in inner law, rappers tellin' lies
Keep it platinum, never change homie
Heard they 'posed to got some change on you
You go platinum, family change on you
Mouth is platinum, spout some change on them
I never stress when I'm touchin' me
Think 'bout it 'fore you run up on me
Some will say'll say that they don't fuck with me
Probably cause they cannot fuck with me
In "The Prayer" by Kevin Gates, he talks about a range of different topics in the song. Gates is on tour overseas, and he believes that his fans are probably thinking about him as he is performing. He also mentions reading the Quran and thumbing through the surahs, which are chapters of the religious text. Gates then mentions a person named Puerto Rican J, who has passed away, and says that he will "rest in peace." He also addresses some beef with other rappers and calls out people who are not being genuine.
Later in the song, Gates mentions his past struggles with the law and his time in prison. He talks about receiving serious charges and how he had to learn to survive in a tough environment. He also addresses some of the rumors that people have spread about him and talks about how he has built his own successful film company. The overall message of the song seems to be that Gates is proud of his accomplishments and not bothered by people who don't support him.
Line by Line Meaning
Overseas mixtape tourin'
I am traveling around the world promoting my music
You was probably thinkin' bout me durin'
You were likely thinking about me while listening to my music
Quran with me, thumbin' through the surahs
I am reading the Quran and studying its chapters
Needed moisture, wouldn't give you urine
You asked for help and I refused to give it to you
Rest in peace Puerto Rican J
I am paying tribute to a deceased person named Puerto Rican J
Yo no me canso, what the fuck he say?
I am speaking in Spanish, and you may not understand what I'm saying
Fat Marquito, who the fuck are they?
I don't know who these people are
With her mother, probably where she stay
She is most likely with her mother at home
Fat, black, nasty, who your baby daddy?
Some people may refer to me as fat, black, and nasty, but I don't care. Who is the father of your child?
Sure as hell ain't Puerto Rican Gates
I am not the father of your child if you are trying to imply that
Name in my ear, real 'til you squeal
I am loyal to my friends until they break under pressure
You no longer silent, on some gangster shit
You are no longer keeping quiet, and instead are causing trouble
Hoe get out your feelings
You need to stop being so emotional
All on Instagram
Your business is all over social media
Internet beef, lil' dirty stinky bitch
You are starting drama online, and it's making you look bad
Hate I mean this with all my heart when I tell you
I truly mean it when I say I hate you
Fuck your mama, I just bought a whip
I don't care about your mother. I'm too busy enjoying my new car
On you pussy where you niggas gotta sit
I am coming after you and putting you in your place
Sayin' pussy 'cause you sure ain't gotta dick
I'm using the word 'pussy' to describe you because you are acting like a coward
Born Breadwinner, fuck that other shit
I am proud of my success and don't care about anything else
I-I believe in a sky, a higher power
I believe in God and a higher power
Shots fired by your favorite rapper
Your favorite rapper is making some bold statements
Partner boom boom boom God got my body
My partner is shooting bullets, but I am protected by God
God time to shine, I'm not satisfied
I feel like I have more to accomplish before I can rest
Lucas on the line, shut up hoe be quiet
Someone named Lucas is on the phone, so please be quiet
Hoes wanna fuck Breadwinner Ron
Women are attracted to me and want to have sex with me
Come on say you don't, hoe you know you lyin'
You can deny it, but everyone knows you're lying
Pretty motherfucker, jokers say I'm ugly
People may criticize my appearance, but I still think I'm attractive
Where your real hair? Hoe you know you cryin'
Your hair is probably fake, and deep down you know it
Uncle be blowin' up a nigga phone now
My uncle keeps calling me non-stop
Uh uh nigga, come on keep it where you kept it
Don't talk about things that you should be keeping private
Took a lot of L's, I became a veteran
I have experienced many failures and setbacks, but it has made me stronger
On a set-back, I be steady steppin'
Despite setbacks, I continue moving forward
Double duck city, tooly rang movin'
I am in a dangerous area, with weapons on me
Out the chain gang, 40 with the drum
I am free from prison, but still carrying a loaded gun
Same nigga in your party goin' dumb
I am the same person who parties hard with you
Diamonds in my mouth, I don't let it run
I have diamonds on my teeth, but I try not to flaunt them
Rihanna wanna suck a real nigga dick
Rihanna is sexually attracted to me, a real man
Really going down, not in no DM
Something is really happening, but it's not being discussed in private messages
Partner wonder why she won't let it slip
My partner is curious why someone won't reveal some information
He don't keep it real, hit him on the flip
He is not being honest, so we need to confront him
Meet me 'round the corner, burn him with his kids
I plan to ambush this person and harm him and his family
Why he got the biz?
Why is he involved in this situation?
He know what he did
He is aware of his actions and the consequences that may follow
Ain't no love when the winners really win
When people achieve success, others may become jealous or resentful
Peddle drugs in a rental, spin your wheels
I am selling drugs out of a rental car, trying to make some quick money
Junkie name bought a spot, I pay the bills
A drug addict has paid for a place to stay, and I am covering the expenses
Cocaine residue up under fingernails
There is evidence of drug use on my hands
All on top the table and on every scale
Drugs are everywhere, on every surface and weighing instrument
Pop's scrips for me, I want every pill
My father wrote me a prescription for medicine, and I want to take all of it
Winter cold summer, never know the feel
My life is filled with struggle and pain, I never get a break
Sirens pull up, we already know the drill
We are familiar with the sound of police cars and know what to do when they arrive
Whoop the charge, but we couldn't beat the ride
We managed to beat the criminal charge against us, but still got caught by the authorities
Schemin' on me, see the look in people eyes
I can sense that people are plotting against me
She a demon, while she speakin' Im'ma slide
This woman is evil, and I am going to leave while she is talking
Nigga winkin' I ain't even muster surprise
Someone tried to surprise me, but I saw it coming
Calm in projects, on my feet I need to drive
I am in a dangerous neighborhood, and need to leave quickly
Two men seeker counter close to twenty-five
There are two men with guns nearby, probably around the age of 25
Five years ago, when I was twenty-five
I was in a different place in my life, back when I was 25
Twenty-five, facin' twenty-five to life
At age 25, I was facing the possibility of a 25-year prison sentence
Receivin' in, wasn't even read my rights
When I was arrested, they didn't even tell me my rights
A bitch you want some money, she can take a hike
If a woman is only interested in my money, then she is not worth my time
Me, myself, and I took my own advice
I am giving myself advice and following it
Breadwinner films, built an enterprise
I have created a successful business enterprise called Breadwinner Films
Had to shoot some shit, depend on which device
I had to record some footage, depending on which camera I was using
Go in inner law, rappers tellin' lies
I am exposing some of the lies that other rappers tell in their music
Keep it platinum, never change homie
I aspire to always make platinum records and not change as a person
Heard they 'posed to got some change on you
I heard that some people are planning to take advantage of you
You go platinum, family change on you
When you become successful, sometimes even your own family will try to take advantage of you
Mouth is platinum, spout some change on them
I have a lot of money, and I'm not afraid to spend it
I never stress when I'm touchin' me
I never feel stressed when I'm making music
Think 'bout it 'fore you run up on me
You better think twice before trying to confront me
Some will say'll say that they don't fuck with me
Some people will claim that they don't like me, when really they do
Probably cause they cannot fuck with me
The real reason they don't like me is because they can't compete with my success
Lyrics ยฉ Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: KEVIN GILYARD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Slay_Vendetta
Bismillaah ar-Rahman ar-Raheem
Al hamdu lillaahi rabbil โalameen
Ar-Rahman ar-Raheem Maaliki yaumid Deen
Iyyaaka naโabudu wa iyyaaka nastaโeen
Ihdinas siraatal mustaqeem
Siraatal ladheena an โamtaโ alaihim
Ghairil maghduubiโ alaihim waladaaleen
Aameen
In the name of God, the infinitely Compassionate and Merciful.
Praise be to God, Lord of all the worlds.
The Compassionate, the Merciful. Ruler on the Day of Reckoning.
You alone do we worship, and You alone do we ask for help.
Guide us on the straight path,
the path of those who have received your grace;
not the path of those who have brought down wrath, nor of those who wander astray.
Amen.
@factsjaytv5866
In the name of God, the infinitely Compassionate and Merciful.
Praise be to God, Lord of all the worlds.
The Compassionate, the Merciful. Ruler on the Day of Reckoning.
You alone do we worship, and You alone do we ask for help.
Guide us on the straight path,
the path of those who have received your grace;
not the path of those who have brought down wrath, nor of those who wander astray.
Amen.
^thats what he is saying
@noexp1803
In this manner, therefore, pray:
Our Father in heaven,
Hallowed be Your name.
Your kingdom come.
Your will be done
On earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread.
And forgive us our debts,
As we forgive our debtors.
And do not lead us into temptation,
But deliver us from the evil one.
For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen
Matthew 6:9-13
@Slay_Vendetta
Bismillaah ar-Rahman ar-Raheem
Al hamdu lillaahi rabbil โalameen
Ar-Rahman ar-Raheem Maaliki yaumid Deen
Iyyaaka naโabudu wa iyyaaka nastaโeen
Ihdinas siraatal mustaqeem
Siraatal ladheena an โamtaโ alaihim
Ghairil maghduubiโ alaihim waladaaleen
Aameen
In the name of God, the infinitely Compassionate and Merciful.
Praise be to God, Lord of all the worlds.
The Compassionate, the Merciful. Ruler on the Day of Reckoning.
You alone do we worship, and You alone do we ask for help.
Guide us on the straight path,
the path of those who have received your grace;
not the path of those who have brought down wrath, nor of those who wander astray.
Amen.
@HomeVidEdd
You a real MVP
@ilyastrickler9140
GOAT....
@Nappyhead242
thanjs i need that
@jadapeterson3390
respect for that goat
@marquettahamilton1153
that is such a beautiful prayer thanks
@SyahmiRosli
I'm just happy that he's Muslim and he acknowledges Allah. The rest like what he does in the name of Allah and Islam is between him and Allah SWT. Wishing you a better future Brother Kevin.
@dh22mr.heavyhanded15
Syahmi Rosli This is what people should be saying, he has to deal with higher than high not the rest of men
@zakariahussien5015
at least we don't worship caws and we don't drink caws urine.
@mr.walkimdown8773
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