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.
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Kevin Gates Lyrics
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He had tried to play me pussy speak on it
you know you my nigga ya herd me
but this how I go sometimes in the game that we play ya herd me
when you a boss you gotta do somethin you don't wanna do
everybody hollin gates you need to watch your weight
I been standing in the kitchen guess I'm watchin weight
people hollin gates you needa start workin out
everybody hollin gates you Ben gainin weight
I just flipped from two to five guess I'm gainin weight
girlfriends yellin I needa be liftin iron
both my convictions was for pistols stay be liftin iron
Black reuger white panamera
won't fuck your wife in the right manner I could lock the work wit the arm an hammer trap girl she armed wit hammers won't walk the Ave unless on canal
hit de iberville wit like 20 bells I'm a live nigga like lin-e bee free killer stones an line e bee
got boobie black an he ride wit me Le de arci my bg.
Baby gangsta won't pay to spank ya Ice pick ya knees might break ya finger dis whips amazin meant to say
Caucasian with a black abrasion like Carson daily car been waitin I was just complaining bout luca brasi is fried out his mind!
Everybody hollin gates you need to watch your weight
I been standing in the kitchen guess I'm watchin weight
people hollin gates you needa start workin out
sellin work I'm on my grind guess I'm workin out
everybody hollin gates you Ben gainin weight
I just flipped from two to five guess I'm gainin weight
girlfriends yellin I needa be liftin iron
both my convictions was for pistols stay be liftin iron
Bread winners association
my jaws locked no combination
gotta hard on in the hard top
yo bitch whipping no conversation 3 baby mommas an a hood wife I'm killing brought the whole clique this year
tear drops in my shit this year ain't no pretending your hoe pretentious I give the go she a floating rivers get coke delivered don't boast my nigga my grandmother sell dope remember lil niggas in charge my dick won't even get hard less I snort a line of that bar bitch I'm south side that bottom bitch I'm Carolina that boy i go hard
Everybody hollin gates you need to watch your weight
I been standing in the kitchen guess I'm watchin weight
people hollin gates you needa start workin out
sellin work I'm on my grind guess I'm workin out
everybody hollin gates you Ben gainin weight
I just flipped from two to five guess I'm gainin weight
girlfriends yellin I needa be liftin iron
both my convictions was for pistols stay be liftin iron
"Weight" by Kevin Gates speaks to the struggles of maintaining success and the expectations placed upon oneself by others. The opening of the song addresses a person who the artist considers a friend, but who has attempted to betray him. Gates acknowledges that while it may not always be pleasant, sometimes as a boss, you have to make difficult decisions. The chorus reiterates the criticism Gates receives for his weight, while he responds with the realization that as a drug dealer, he is constantly working and thus, staying active. He also mentions the pressure from girlfriends to lift weights, but that his focus has been on lifting firearms due to his past convictions.
The second verse touches on Gates' criminal activities and the dangers of his occupation. He mentions his weapons and cars, as well as bringing his entire crew to success. There are references to drug dealing and transporting, along with the difficulties of navigating relationships with multiple women. Despite the stress and challenges, Gates maintains his toughness and dedication to his work.
Overall, "Weight" represents the struggles of those who are successful but are constantly criticized for their appearance or lifestyle choices. Gates acknowledges that the industry he is in may not be ideal for maintaining a healthy weight, but he is still finding ways to stay active while accomplishing his goals.
Line by Line Meaning
Say old bitch ass nigga I fuck wit you Ya herd me
The rapper is addressing a friend and referring to him as an old bitch while letting him know that he is still cool with him.
He had tried to play me pussy speak on it
Someone attempted to disrespect or undermine Kevin Gates, and he is calling them out on it.
you know you my nigga ya herd me
Despite the previous incident, Kevin Gates is reiterating that he still considers the person his friend.
but this how I go sometimes in the game that we play ya herd me
These types of situations are common in the lifestyle and industry that Kevin Gates is involved in.
when you a boss you gotta do somethin you don't wanna do
As a leader or influential person, there are often decisions or actions that Kevin Gates has to take even if he would prefer not to.
everybody hollin gates you need to watch your weight
Kevin Gates is receiving comments and pressure from others about his physical appearance and weight.
I been standing in the kitchen guess I'm watchin weight
Kevin Gates is cooking or preparing his own meals as a way to control his food intake and maintain a healthy weight.
people hollin gates you needa start workin out
Others are suggesting or pressuring Kevin Gates to start exercising in order to improve his fitness and health.
sellin work I'm on my grind guess I'm workin out
Kevin Gates considers his work in the drug trade as a form of exercise or weight loss due to its physical demands and intensity.
everybody hollin gates you Ben gainin weight
Others are commenting or criticizing Kevin Gates for gaining weight.
I just flipped from two to five guess I'm gainin weight
Kevin Gates has recently increased the amount of drugs he is selling, which could be contributing to his weight gain.
girlfriends yellin I needa be liftin iron
Kevin Gates' romantic partners are urging him to start lifting weights in order to improve his physical appearance and health.
both my convictions was for pistols stay be liftin iron
Kevin Gates has been convicted for firearm-related crimes in the past and is reminding himself to stay committed to weightlifting as a healthier form of strength-building.
Black reuger white panamera
Kevin Gates is referencing his expensive and luxurious vehicles - a black reuger and a white panamera.
won't fuck your wife in the right manner
Kevin Gates is boasting about his sexual prowess and ability to satisfy a partner.
I could lock the work wit the arm an hammer
Kevin Gates is confident in his skills as a drug dealer and has the necessary tools to secure his product.
trap girl she armed wit hammers won't walk the Ave unless on canal
One of Kevin Gates' associates, a female drug dealer, carries weapons for protection and only operates in certain areas.
hit de iberville wit like 20 bells
Kevin Gates recently sold a large amount of drugs in the Iberville housing projects.
I'm a live nigga like lin-e bee free killer stones an line e bee
Kevin Gates is portraying himself as a resilient and tough individual, comparing himself to rapper Lil Wayne and a street gang known as Killer Stones.
got boobie black an he ride wit me Le de arci my bg.
Kevin Gates has a friend or associate named Boobie Black who is accompanying him, as well as another person with the initials L.D.A. who has a close relationship to him.
Baby gangsta won't pay to spank ya Ice pick ya knees might break ya finger dis whips amazin meant to say
Kevin Gates is bragging about his ability to intimidate and harm those who do not respect him or his business, referencing a weapon and his expensive car.
Caucasian with a black abrasion like Carson daily car been waitin
Kevin Gates' vehicle is black and white, like the television host Carson Daly. He has been looking forward to obtaining this car.
I was just complaining bout luca brasi is fried out his mind!
Kevin Gates is referencing his alter ego, Luca Brasi, and how he is currently experiencing drug-induced paranoia or confusion.
Bread winners association
Kevin Gates is affiliated with or represents the Bread Winners Association, a group associated with drug dealing and street culture.
my jaws locked no combination
Kevin Gates is referencing his jaw being locked from a condition known as trismus, which may be related to his past drug use.
gotta hard on in the hard top
Kevin Gates is referencing his erection while driving his expensive car.
yo bitch whipping no conversation
Someone else's significant other is driving a car and refusing to speak to Kevin Gates.
3 baby mommas an a hood wife
Kevin Gates has three different children with three different mothers, as well as a wife who is from the same area as him.
I'm killing brought the whole clique this year
Kevin Gates is having a successful year in terms of his music and drug dealing, and has shared his success with his associates.
tear drops in my shit this year
Kevin Gates has shed tears due to the hardships he has faced or the emotions he has experienced over the course of the year.
ain't no pretending your hoe pretentious
Kevin Gates is calling out someone for pretending to be someone they are not or acting arrogantly.
I give the go she a floating rivers
Kevin Gates is referring to allowing a woman to sell drugs on his behalf, and that she is successful in doing so.
get coke delivered don't boast my nigga
Kevin Gates is casually mentioning that he is able to have cocaine delivered to him without being flashy or boastful about it.
my grandmother sell dope remember
Kevin Gates comes from a family or community where drug dealing is prevalent and even his grandmother was involved.
lil niggas in charge my dick won't even get hard less I snort a line of that bar
Kevin Gates feels the pressure to maintain his reputation and status as a leader or influential figure, and implies that he needs drugs in order to perform sexually.
Writer(s): Kevin Gilyard, Kevin Price Copyright: Artist 101 Publishing Group, Artist Publishing Group West, Kevin Gates Music
Contributed by Leo C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@DOMFRMDA_800
Here 10 years later still goes hard af
@TerrellRobertson-dt2ig
2001
@gabef3521
I’m here 8 years later, and I can still say that this is better than any trap music out today.
@andrewpatlan9879
Just came back 🤣
@bugattiveyronlover
#facts
@archangelmichael8840
Gues we watchin weight
@lizethvergara3128
My dick won't even get hard unless I snort a line of that boy
@stevepowell2831
9 years and still rockin !
@prezidentjeff
A damn crime that this isn't on streaming platforms anymore
@dwaynelewis7809
Yes I agree