The Way I Am
Knoc Lyrics
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Imma do me
Imma do me
You gon do you
You gon do you
Imma do me
Imma do me
You gon do you
Imma do me
Imma do me
I'm the most underrated rapper of all time
So why do you accept those that bite my rhymes
Me and eminem rhymed for d are e
Me and x was in da club bout to blast off heat
Quik told me to be all I can be
Nate is my dogg him and warren g
They recognize the ridah in the drivers seat
And even 50 cent said he'd ride with me
We sumthin like gangsta rap cousins
On my daughter imma die before I let you touch em
You know I like livin'
Enjoyin myself and I ain't bullshittin
You don't move me with fat mouth and lippin
And you don't want to see me out of retirement trippin
I got a lot to live for
And id be damned if I change one bit
I like the way I am
You understand
[chorus]
Put your hands up come off them grams
I ain't trippin that's the way I am (the way I am)
And if you see me with heat in my hand
Then you better duck that's the way I am (the way I am)
I can't believe ya got up in them pants
Sexy lady gon do that dance
Come on over when ya sick of ya man
And we can chill that's the way I am (the way I am)
I don't know that girl I just met her
Sippin on sour amoretta
She gon do her thing a five letter
But imma bounce cause her friend looks better
I like the way she knows me
I like the way she got herself in v I p
If she sees k n o see
She gon chill
And wait out front for me
Who do you know that rides for the coast
With a new breed and style of rap like me
I had the patience to study the game
Dr Dre made two chronics and this is chronic three
I make classic hits and buy classic cars
And see classic tits at classic bars
Knoc steps in the spot and the girls all pause
Magic stick ill break down walls
Got my heat as shit jumps off
Really you stepping to me is a lost cause
Party animal here since a quarter to ten
Baby phase 16 with an LA brim
I got shell toes on I don't wear them tims
Got niggas got hoes in the gaggle of gin
Ain't no telling what I might get in
The first night
Do it right
Imma do it again
C'mon
[chorus]
You know where we be
In da club
Come find me
I ain't trippin'
Air is free so what ever you want to do
For real though
Its just the way I am
[chorus]
In the song "The Way I Am" by KNOC-TURN'AL, the rapper talks about his unique style and approach to life that is not influenced by what others think or do. He declares himself as the most underrated rapper of all time and questions why people accept others who copy his lyrics. He also reflects on his collaborations with other artists such as Eminem, Xzibit, and 50 Cent who recognize his talent. He asserts his commitment to his daughter's protection and his unchanging disposition to enjoy his life, disregard criticism and drama, and stay true to himself. He ends the song with a series of lighthearted scenes, including meeting girls in the club, drinking, and having a good time.
The song samples the chorus from the rock band, The Knack's, famous 1979 song, "My Sharona."
The song is from KNOC-TURN'AL's 2004 album, "The Way I Am, which reached No. 44 on the Billboard 200 chart.
"The Way I Am" was produced by Dr. Dre, who was also part of KNOC-TURN'AL's record label, L.A. Confidential.
The song features a cameo by rapper Lil Jon, who yells his famous quote, "Yeah!"
The music video for the song features cameo appearances by various celebrities such as Xzibit, Dr. Dre, Warren G, Magic Johnson, and Ludacris.
KNOC-TURN'AL was originally signed to Death Row Records, but after the label fell apart, he signed to L.A. Confidential.
The song's lyrics have been used in various television shows, films, and video games such as "The Sopranos," "Entourage," "All of Us," "True Crime: New York City," and "NBA Live 2005."
"The Way I Am" was KNOC-TURN'AL's most successful song in the United States, reaching No. 58 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 22 on the Hot Rap Songs chart.
The Jay-Z remix of the song was featured on the soundtrack of the 2004 sports drama film, "Friday Night Lights."
As of May 2021, the official music video for "The Way I Am" has garnered over 5.5 million views on YouTube.
Chords for the song are not available as it was produced using sample loops and beats with no live instruments recorded.
Line by Line Meaning
Yes
Affirmative response to a preceding question or statement.
Imma do me
I will act in a way that is true to myself.
You gon do you
You should act in a way that is true to yourself.
I'm the most underrated rapper of all time
I feel I am not given enough recognition for my skill as a rapper.
So why do you accept those that bite my rhymes
Why do people accept rappers who steal my lyrics?
Me and eminem rhymed for d are e
Eminem and I performed together for Dr. Dre.
Me and x was in da club bout to blast off heat
DMX and I were in a club ready to cause trouble.
Quik told me to be all I can be
DJ Quik advised me to strive for greatness.
Nate is my dogg him and warren g
Nate Dogg and Warren G are close friends of mine.
They recognize the ridah in the drivers seat
They acknowledge that I am a leader and in control.
And even 50 cent said he'd ride with me
Even 50 Cent would support me and my endeavors.
We sumthin like gangsta rap cousins
We have a close and familial relationship within the gangsta rap genre.
On my daughter imma die before I let you touch em
I would defend my daughter's safety with my own life.
You know I like livin'
I enjoy living my life to the fullest.
Enjoyin myself and I ain't bullshittin
I am genuinely having a good time and not pretending.
You don't move me with fat mouth and lippin
Your insults and trash talk do not affect me.
And you don't want to see me out of retirement trippin
You do not want to see me causing trouble now that I am retired from the game.
I got a lot to live for
I have many things in my life worth living for.
And id be damned if I change one bit
I refuse to change who I am for anyone.
Put your hands up come off them grams
Raise your hands and stop selling drugs.
And if you see me with heat in my hand
If you see me holding a gun,
Then you better duck that's the way I am (the way I am)
You should run away or avoid confrontation with me, because that is my nature.
I can't believe ya got up in them pants
I cannot believe you are wearing pants that tight.
Sexy lady gon do that dance
A beautiful woman will perform a dance for me.
Come on over when ya sick of ya man
Come over to me when you are tired of your current partner.
And we can chill that's the way I am (the way I am)
We can relax and hang out, because that is how I like to be.
I don't know that girl I just met her
I do not know the woman, I just met her.
Sippin on sour amoretta
Drinking a type of alcoholic drink.
She gon do her thing a five letter
She will do anything she wants, something I cannot control.
But imma bounce cause her friend looks better
But I will leave because her friend seems more attractive to me.
I like the way she knows me
I appreciate the way she understands me.
I like the way she got herself in v i p
I appreciate the way she was able to get herself into VIP.
If she sees k n o see
If she sees me, KNOC-TURN'AL,
She gon chill
She will hang out with me.
And wait out front for me
She will wait outside for me.
Who do you know that rides for the coast
Who do you know that is as dedicated to the west coast rap scene as I am?
With a new breed and style of rap like me
With a unique style of rap like mine.
I had the patience to study the game
I took the time to learn and understand the rap industry.
Dr Dre made two chronics and this is chronic three
Dr. Dre created two successful albums called The Chronic, and this album is like a continuation of that series.
I make classic hits and buy classic cars
I create timeless songs and buy vintage cars.
And see classic tits at classic bars
I also appreciate classic and timeless beauty at classic bars.
Knoc steps in the spot and the girls all pause
When I enter a room, all the women stop and take notice.
Magic stick ill break down walls
My charm and charisma will allow me to achieve any goal.
Got my heat as shit jumps off
I am prepared for any conflict that might arise.
Really you stepping to me is a lost cause
You do not have a chance against me.
Party animal here since a quarter to ten
I have been a wild and fun-loving person since early in the evening.
Baby phase 16 with an LA brim
I have been stylish and cool since I was only 16 years old.
I got shell toes on I don't wear them tims
I prefer to wear a certain type of shoe.
Got niggas got hoes in the gaggle of gin
I have plenty of male and female friends who enjoy drinking gin.
Ain't no telling what I might get in
I am unpredictable and spontaneous.
The first night
On the initial encounter.
Do it right
Act appropriately and impressively.
Imma do it again
I will continue to engage in enjoyable experiences.
You know where we be
You know where to find us.
In da club
At a nightclub or party.
Come find me
Come locate me in the club or party.
Air is free so what ever you want to do
You are free to do whatever you like.
For real though
Seriously, this is not a joke.
Its just the way I am
This is just my natural way of being.
Lyrics © RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: ANNA LOVISA JONSSON, LEIF BRUNO LARSON, MARKUS PETER SJOBERG
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