8 Ball
LaGaylia Frazier Lyrics


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How do you want it? How does it feel?
Comin up as a nigga in the cash game
Livin in the fast lane; I'm for real
How do you want it? How do you feel?
Comin up as a nigga in the cash game
Livin in the fast lane; I'm for real

Love the way you activate your hips and push your ass out
Got a nigga wantin it so bad I'm bout to pass out
Wanna dig you, and I can't even lie about it
Baby just alleviate your clothes, time to fly up out it
Catch you at a club, oh shit you got me fiendin
Body talkin shit to me but I can't comprehend the meaning
Now if you wanna roll with me, then here's your chance
Doin eighty on the freeway, police catch me if you can
Forgive me i'm a rider, still I'm just a simple man
All I want is money, fuck the fame I'm a simple man
Mr. International, playa with the passport
Just like Aladdin bitch, get you anything you ask for
It's either him or me -- champagne, Hennessey
A favorite of my homies when we floss, on our enemies
Witness as we creep to a low speed, peep what a hoe need
Puff some mo' weed, funk, ya don't need
Approachin hoochies with a passion, been a long day
But I've been driven by attraction in a strong way
Your body is bangin baby I love it when you flaunt it
Time to give it to daddy nigga now tell me how you want it
(Tell me how you want it! La-dy, yeahhhyeah)

Tell me is it cool to fuck?
Did you think I come to talk am I a fool or what?
Positions on the floor it's like erotic, ironic
Cause I'm somewhat psychotic
I'm hittin switches on bitches like I been fixed with hydraulics
Up and down like a roller coaster, I'm up inside ya
I ain't quittin til the show is over, cause I'ma rider
In and out just like a robbery, I'll probably be a freak
And let you get on top of me, get her rockin these
Nights full of Alize, a livin legend
You ain't heard about these niggaz play these Cali days
Delores Tucker, youse a motherfucker
Instead of tryin to help a nigga you destroy a brother
Worse than the others -- Bill Clinton, Mr. Bob Dole
You're too old to understand the way the game is told
You're lame so I gotta hit you with the hot facts
Want some on lease? I'm makin millions, niggaz top that
They wanna censor me; they'd rather see me in a cell
Livin in hell -- only a few of us'll live to tell
Now everybody talkin bout us I could give a fuck
I'd be the first one to bomb and cuss
Nigga tell me how you want it

Raised as a youth, tell the truth I got the scoop
On how to get a bulletproof, because I jumped from the roof
Before I was a teenager, mobile phone, SkyPager
Game rules, I'm livin major -- my adversaries
Is lookin worried, they paranoid of gettin buried
One of us gon' see the cemetary
My only hope to survive if I wish to stay alive
Gettin high, see the demons in my eyes, before I die
I wanna live my life and ball, make a couple million
And then I'm chillin fade em all, these taxes
Got me crossed up and people tryin to sue me
Media is in my business and they actin like they know me
Hahaha, but I'ma mash out, peel out
I'm with it quick I'se quick to whip that fuckin steel out
Yeah nigga it's some new shit so better get up on it
When ya see me tell a nigga how ya want it
How do you want it?

How you want it?
Yeah my nigga Johnny J
Yeah, we out

Tell me





Cash game, livin in the fast lane, I'm for real

Overall Meaning

The song "How Do You Want It?" by Tupac Shakur and K-Ci & JoJo samples LaGaylia Frazier's "8 Ball in 2-3" in the chorus. The lyrics depict a man's desire for a woman, expressing his appreciation for her body while also showcasing his own wealth and status. The chorus 'How do you want it? How does it feel?' suggests that he is willing to fulfill her desires and cater to her needs in any way she desires.


The verses delve deeper into his personality, describing him as a player who enjoys the fast life, the money, and the fame but is still a simple man who just wants to live his life peacefully. Tupac then goes on to criticize politicians who try to censor and inhibit him from expressing himself in his music.


The line "Raised as a youth, tell the truth I got the scoop, On how to get a bulletproof, because I jumped from the roof" references a real event in Tupac's life, where he jumped from a balcony to avoid a robbery and was shot five times shortly after. Overall, the song depicts the complexities of Tupac's life, his fame, his struggles with the law, and his romantic pursuits.


Line by Line Meaning

How do you want it? How does it feel?
As a man emerging in a ruthless, competitive environment, I am curious about the specifics of the sensual experience that you have to offer. How can you satisfy me?


Comin up as a nigga in the cash game Livin in the fast lane; I'm for real
As an African American man growing up in a culture that values money above all else, I am used to fast living and seeking success in a less forgiving world.


Love the way you activate your hips and push your ass out Got a nigga wantin it so bad I'm bout to pass out
Your seductive gyrations are enticing me to the point where I cannot control my arousal and am in danger of passing out.


Wanna dig you, and I can't even lie about it Baby just alleviate your clothes, time to fly up out it
I am extremely attracted to you and am not ashamed to admit it. I implore you to take off your clothing and let us engage in sexual activity.


Catch you at a club, oh shit you got me fiendin Body talkin shit to me but I can't comprehend the meaning
Seeing you out in a public setting has made me crave you even more intensely. Your body language is sexually suggestive, but I cannot determine your true intentions.


Now if you wanna roll with me, then here's your chance Doin eighty on the freeway, police catch me if you can
This is an opportunity for you to come with me and experience a thrilling ride at high speeds. We may attract unwanted attention from law enforcement, but I am willing to take that risk.


Forgive me i'm a rider, still I'm just a simple man All I want is money, fuck the fame I'm a simple man
I am a hustler and a go-getter by nature, but I am also grounded and focused on monetary gain. I do not crave fame or celebrity status.


Mr. International, playa with the passport Just like Aladdin bitch, get you anything you ask for
I consider myself well-traveled and worldly, a ladies' man with his passport always at the ready. I am like the fictional character Aladdin, able to provide for your every desire.


It's either him or me -- champagne, Hennessey A favorite of my homies when we floss, on our enemies
When it comes to competition for affection, it's either me or the other guy. We celebrate our victories with expensive drinks like champagne and Hennessey, and taunt our enemies.


Witness as we creep to a low speed, peep what a hoe need Puff some mo' weed, funk, ya don't need
Observe as we move stealthily and slyly towards our sexual conquest, carefully listening to her needs. We smoke more weed to enhance the experience, as we do not require any additional stimulus.


Approachin hoochies with a passion, been a long day But I've been driven by attraction in a strong way
Despite a long day full of exhausting work and hustle, I am extremely driven to pursue romantic interests with passion and intensity.


Your body is bangin baby I love it when you flaunt it Time to give it to daddy nigga now tell me how you want it
Your body is incredibly sexy and I enjoy when you show it off. It's time to engage in sexual activity with me and let me know your preferred method of satisfaction.


Tell me is it cool to fuck? Did you think I come to talk am I a fool or what?
Are you interested in having sex? Did you think I was just here to chat or am I being foolish by assuming this is a possibility?


Positions on the floor it's like erotic, ironic Cause I'm somewhat psychotic
Our movements on the floor are suggestive and sexually charged, which is ironic given my unstable, borderline-crazy demeanor.


I'm hittin switches on bitches like I been fixed with hydraulics Up and down like a roller coaster, I'm up inside ya
I am controlling our movements with great finesse and precision, much like a car that has been outfitted with hydraulics. We are engaging in various sexual positions with agility and speed.


I ain't quittin til the show is over, cause I'ma rider In and out just like a robbery, I'll probably be a freak And let you get on top of me, get her rockin these
I will not stop engaging in sexual activity until we have both reached a satisfying conclusion. I am versatile and am willing to try new things, even if it means letting you take control.


Nights full of Alize, a livin legend You ain't heard about these niggaz play these Cali days
We spend our nights drinking Alize and living life as if we are legendary figures. These are the sort of experiences that you can only have in California.


Delores Tucker, youse a motherfucker Instead of tryin to help a nigga you destroy a brother
I have a disdain for people like Delores Tucker who seek to oppress and harm African Americans. Rather than being supportive and helpful, they seek to tear us down.


Worse than the others -- Bill Clinton, Mr. Bob Dole You're too old to understand the way the game is told
Politicians like Bill Clinton and Bob Dole are even worse than people like Delores Tucker. They are out of touch and unwilling to learn about the lived experiences of young, urban African Americans.


You're lame so I gotta hit you with the hot facts Want some on lease? I'm makin millions, niggaz top that
I am going to expose your ignorance and stupidity by speaking the truth. Do you want some truth to lease? I am making millions of dollars, which is something that very few people can say they have done.


They wanna censor me; they'd rather see me in a cell Livin in hell -- only a few of us'll live to tell
My music and my message are so controversial that people want to censor me and silence my voice. They would rather see me in jail, living in unbearable conditions. Few people will survive to tell the tale of what really goes on behind bars.


Now everybody talkin bout us I could give a fuck I'd be the first one to bomb and cuss Nigga tell me how you want it
I do not care if people are talking about us or criticizing us. I am not afraid to be vulgar and combative. What matters most is how you want to engage in sexual activity with me.


Raised as a youth, tell the truth I got the scoop On how to get a bulletproof, because I jumped from the roof
Growing up, I had to learn how to protect myself and how to stay safe in dangerous situations. I learned about bulletproof attire and even jumped from a building to escape a threat.


Before I was a teenager, mobile phone, SkyPager Game rules, I'm livin major -- my adversaries Is lookin worried, they paranoid of gettin buried
Even before I reached my teenage years, I was already living a luxurious lifestyle with access to mobile phones and high-tech pagers. My competitors and enemies are afraid of my success and are always looking over their shoulders, worried that I will come after them.


One of us gon' see the cemetary My only hope to survive if I wish to stay alive Gettin high, see the demons in my eyes, before I die
Either I or one of my enemies will end up dying and being buried in a cemetery. The only way I can survive is by using drugs to escape the pain and the demons inside me.


I wanna live my life and ball, make a couple million And then I'm chillin fade em all, these taxes Got me crossed up and people tryin to sue me Media is in my business and they actin like they know me
I want to enjoy my life and make millions of dollars, then retire and disappear from public life. However, I am constantly burdened by taxes and legal issues. The media also tries to pry into my personal life and act like they know me.


Hahaha, but I'ma mash out, peel out I'm with it quick I'se quick to whip that fuckin steel out Yeah nigga it's some new shit so better get up on it When ya see me tell a nigga how ya want it
Despite all of my struggles and obstacles, I am still able to remain focused and confident. I am quick to take out my gun and act aggressively, and I am always ready for new situations. When you encounter me, be ready to share your sexual desires and preferences.


How you want it? Yeah my nigga Johnny J Yeah, we out
At the end of the day, the most important thing is for me to know how you want to engage in sexual activity. I am with my friend Johnny J and now we are leaving.




Writer(s): terence martin, lagaylia frazier, paulo mendonca

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