Colors
Kutt Calhoun Lyrics


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Colors (x 12)

Colors, live my life somely Imma ride for my
Colors, blood in and blood out because niggas died for my
Colors, whoever whenever all day all night for my
Colors, my nigga I'm probably gonna die for my (x 2)

Kutt:
Started in '85 when my town got turned out
Niggas from Cali brought to the Mid and we learned how
Blue or red paisleys powders was the start of the war and now
Unification that got the whole world concerned now
Middle of '91 I was jumped by a cuz hive
Solely the reason I was introduced to the Blood Life
Niggas about they money, make it sunny at night fly
Whips and bitches and everythang was hung from the right side
We gettin it back bangin and ballin you feelin me strapped
With heavy artillery on streets and it's kill or be killed
40's of malt liquor and sherm was instilled in me
Taught to dump any nigga from differnt facilities
Real talk and it's real life, it's dangerous ain't it
Suburban lifes better think twice for you thinkin of bangin
Whatever town that you in if it's enriched in the flamin
Throw your bandanas in the sky and rep the gang that you claimin cuz this is

Colors, live my life somely Imma ride for my
Colors, blood in and blood out because niggas died for my
Colors, whoever whenever all day all night for my
Colors, my nigga I'm probably gonna die for my (x 2)

Joe Vertigo:
I've been so whoopin and saggin an O.G. status, red raggin it
Long as niggas been hatin the blood, I bust, ain't been havin it, flaggin it
It's drippin bitches like a bitch on a mystery
Let's get straight to the point just like them thangs in my pistol
These are the missles that show you what the blood do
Blood in blood out now you got the blood drippin from your mouth
Imma shout swoop, swoop watch the relliez go
Nigga know, if you ain't come to bang, what you came here for?
I'm fa sho, bacngin on the block I throw the B's up
Bustin busta bitches black Burnelli make em freeze up
Ease up I got some shit that'll plant you like a tree stump
Givin em the business bang wit Strange nigga please jump
Knuckle up, take it to the streets, take our shirts off
Go straight for your throat like a coyote and snatch your skirt off
I'm that nigga that will bring it to your block
Nigga fuck bein a goblin, I'm a muthafuckin juggernaut

Colors, live my life somely Imma ride for my
Colors, blood in and blood out because niggas died for my
Colors, whoever whenever all day all night for my
Colors, my nigga I'm probably gonna die for my (x 2)

Kutt:
Hey don't get it twitted nigga
I got a little crip nigga that don't fuck around
AY YO RIV EAT THEY FACE NIGGA

Riv Locc:
Hellish containin covered in the true proof
I rep the same color that Big Tookie and Snoop do
Color coordinatin goin to war, makin my knowledge evolve
Beffin wit heat over colors, homie like Rocky and Frog
When we choppin poppin watch your partnas drop and dissolve
I can't be touched too long like a hot object honestly
I be the Nightcrawler just like relivin the true dream
You can tell I'm true, by the colors of my shoestrings
Yeah I'll murder your ambitions
And the game will cut deep in ya like a surgical incision
Wit verbular intuition from a vertical position
I represent the word that has no definition
All genuine and more pure than the soul of a Christian
Lyricly the big homie Kutty expose and depicts ya
Colors, fluctuate and keep a pistol in ya waist line
I got the whole city behind my back just like a state line

Colors, live my life somely Imma ride for my
Colors, blood in and blood out because niggas died for my
Colors, whoever whenever all day all night for my
Colors, my nigga I'm probably gonna die for my (x 2)





Colors, Colors

Overall Meaning

The song "Colors" by Kutt Calhoun is a hip hop track that delves into the world of gang culture and the significance of colors as a symbol for loyalty and brotherhood. Through the lyrics, the artists convey their unwavering commitment to their respective gangs and the willingness to fight and die for their "colors". Kutt Calhoun chronicles the history of gang warfare, tracing the advent of the blood and crip gangs back to the 1980s in California. He notes how this culture was transplanted to the Midwest and how it evolved into a worldwide phenomenon.


The song largely focuses on the experiences of the artists themselves, how they were initiated into their respective gangs, and how their love for their "colors" is both an aspect of their identity and a source of danger. The lyrics depict a stark reality of gang life, where violence is almost always imminent and often fatal. There is an underlying message of brotherhood and loyalty within the song, as the artists assert their willingness to defend their "colors" until the end.


Line by Line Meaning

Colors, live my life somely Imma ride for my
I will dedicate my entire life to my gang and be willing to do whatever it takes to protect and represent it.


Colors, blood in and blood out because niggas died for my
We take the gang life seriously and understand the risks involved. Members have sacrificed their lives for our gang and we will do the same.


Colors, whoever whenever all day all night for my
We are loyal to our gang and will stand by each other no matter what. We will represent our colors 24/7 and will always have each other's back.


Colors, my nigga I'm probably gonna die for my (x 2)
We understand the dangers of gang life and know that death is always a possibility. But we are willing to make that sacrifice for our gang and for our colors.


Started in '85 when my town got turned out
The gang culture started in the artist's town in 1985, leading to many people joining gangs.


Niggas from Cali brought to the Mid and we learned how
People from California moved to the Midwest and brought the gang culture with them, which others then adopted.


Blue or red paisleys powders was the start of the war and now
The colors blue and red are what started the gang wars, with people wearing paisley patterns and selling drugs associated with their respective colors.


Unification that got the whole world concerned now
The unity among gangs has caused concern and fear around the world.


Middle of '91 I was jumped by a cuz hive
The artist was jumped by a rival gang in 1991, leading to his involvement with the Bloods.


Solely the reason I was introduced to the Blood Life
The attack was the reason the artist joined the Bloods gang.


Niggas about they money, make it sunny at night fly
The gang members make money through illegal means, and they live extravagantly with expensive cars and women.


Whips and bitches and everythang was hung from the right side
They display their gang affiliation by wearing their colors on their right side, with everything from cars to women being associated with their gang.


We gettin it back bangin and ballin you feelin me strapped
They are reclaiming their territory and making money while being prepared for any threats.


With heavy artillery on streets and it's kill or be killed
They carry weapons and are prepared to use them in order to protect themselves and their gang.


40's of malt liquor and sherm was instilled in me
The singer was taught to consume malt liquor and drugs, which are associated with gang culture.


Taught to dump any nigga from differnt facilities
They are taught to attack anyone from rival gangs or different gang territories.


Real talk and it's real life, it's dangerous ain't it
The artist acknowledges the danger and violence involved in gang life.


Suburban lifes better think twice for you thinkin of bangin
People living in suburbs or non-gang areas should reconsider before joining a gang and putting themselves in harm's way.


Whatever town that you in if it's enriched in the flamin
If there is a high gang presence in your area, you need to be careful and understand the risks.


Throw your bandanas in the sky and rep the gang that you claimin cuz this is
Show your gang affiliation and represent your colors by throwing your bandana in the sky.


I've been so whoopin and saggin an O.G. status, red raggin it
The artist has been involved in gang life for a long time and has achieved the status of an O.G., or original gangster. He represents his gang by wearing a red rag.


Long as niggas been hatin the blood, I bust, ain't been havin it, flaggin it
The artist will respond violently to anyone who disrespects his gang or colors, and he proudly shows his affiliation through his attire.


It's drippin bitches like a bitch on a mystery
Women are attracted to gang members and are often associated with the gang lifestyle.


Let's get straight to the point just like them thangs in my pistol
The artist wants to make it clear that he is armed and ready to use his weapon if necessary.


These are the missles that show you what the blood do
Their weapons are like missiles and show the destructive side of gang life.


Blood in blood out now you got the blood drippin from your mouth
The singer is warning rivals that they will be killed and will bleed for their disrespect to the Bloods.


Imma shout swoop, swoop watch the relliez go
The singer is excited to show off his gang's power and intimidate rivals.


Nigga know, if you ain't come to bang, what you came here for?
If you are not willing to participate in gang life and violence, why are you here?


I'm fa sho, bacngin on the block I throw the B's up
The artist is fully committed to his gang and shows his affiliation by throwing up gang signs.


Bustin busta bitches black Burnelli make em freeze up
The singer will use his weapon to stop anyone who disrespects him or his gang.


Ease up I got some shit that'll plant you like a tree stump
The singer is confident in his power and will cause harm to anyone who crosses him or his gang.


Givin em the business bang wit Strange nigga please jump
The artist is ready to fight anyone and is inviting them to try to defeat him.


Knuckle up, take it to the streets, take our shirts off
The artist is inciting violence and promoting physical fights in the streets.


Go straight for your throat like a coyote and snatch your skirt off
The artist will attack rivals in a violent and humiliating way, similar to how a coyote attacks its prey.


I'm that nigga that will bring it to your block
The singer is willing to take the fight to rival territory and is not afraid to confront them.


Nigga fuck bein a goblin, I'm a muthafuckin juggernaut
The artist refuses to be weak or timid and considers himself to be a powerful and unstoppable force.


Hey don't get it twitted nigga
The singer is warning someone not to underestimate him or his gang.


I got a little crip nigga that don't fuck around
The singer has a friend who is also in a rival gang, and they are both serious about their gang life.


AY YO RIV EAT THEY FACE NIGGA
The singer is urging his friend to attack their rivals and cause harm.


Hellish containin covered in the true proof
The artist is fully committed to his gang and is willing to do whatever it takes to prove his loyalty.


I rep the same color that Big Tookie and Snoop do
The artist is proud to represent the same gang colors as other well-known gang members like Big Tookie and Snoop Dogg.


Color coordinatin goin to war, makin my knowledge evolve
The singer uses the same colors as his gang in order to identify with them and is always learning and growing in his gang life.


Beffin wit heat over colors, homie like Rocky and Frog
Gang members are willing to fight and kill over their colors, similar to how characters in movies like Rocky and Frog have fought for their beliefs.


When we choppin poppin watch your partnas drop and dissolve
They will eliminate anyone who stands in their way, causing their rivals to fear them.


I can't be touched too long like a hot object honestly
The artist is powerful and untouchable, like a hot object that can only be handled for a short time.


I be the Nightcrawler just like relivin the true dream
The artist is like a Nightcrawler, moving quickly and without detection. He is living his dream of being a gang member.


You can tell I'm true, by the colors of my shoestrings
The singer proudly displays his gang colors, even down to the color of his shoestrings.


Yeah I'll murder your ambitions
The artist will stop at nothing to eliminate anyone who opposes him or his gang.


And the game will cut deep in ya like a surgical incision
The gang lifestyle is dangerous and will have a significant impact on anyone who gets involved.


Wit verbular intuition from a vertical position
The singer is intelligent and skilled at using words to intimidate others.


I represent the word that has no definition
The singer represents his gang and their lifestyle, which cannot be defined by words alone.


All genuine and more pure than the soul of a Christian
The artist believes that his gang life is more real and pure than the religion of Christianity.


Lyricly the big homie Kutty expose and depicts ya
Kutt Calhoun uses his lyrics to reveal the harsh realities of gang life and to expose the true nature of gang members.


Colors, fluctuate and keep a pistol in ya waist line
Gang colors change over time and are unpredictable, so members need to be prepared and armed at all times.


I got the whole city behind my back just like a state line
The singer's gang has the support of the entire city, which is similar to a border or state line separating them from rival gangs.




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