Dem Boyz
Lil' Flip Lyrics


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[talking]
Play-N-Skillz

[Chorus: Repeat 2x]
Is it cause dem boyz is out there shinin (shinin)
maybe cause dem boyz is out there grindin (grindin)
platinum pieces with canari diamonds (diamonds)
but haters they talkin but never mind them (never mind them)

[Verse 1: Lil' Flip]
Well I'm back up in yo' ear once again cause I run this shit
and I want rap about it unless I done that shit
we catchin flights to Vegas, we stay away from haters
we always chasin'paper-we ballin like The Lakers
we stepping out in our gators, nothin but pimps and players
all my close taylor plus I got hoes that (??)
I'm like Popeye the sailor 'cause I smoke me spinach
and when my Benz pass by they be like "I hope he in it"
they know my shit ain't rented (why?)cause I got two
yeah I got blue diamonds but these yellow rocks fool

[Chorus]

[Verse 2: Lil' Flip]
I got bagguetes in the middle of my chain
H2 in the middle of the lane-doin donuts in the middle of the rain
if you in a wreck can I get alittle brain
I ain't gotta spend a thing for me to hit ya dame
I smoke so much dro hoe I might forget yo name
stop (wheels screech)don't make me cock it, and pop it
and reload quick I'm like Bone Crusher I ain't never scared bitch!
I'm into making bread bitch and ridin candy red shit
I'm doin this for Pimp see and my nigga Head bitch
'Cause when the feds hit I don't want to be around
I'm a be real with you I don't want to be in town
'Cause when I'm on the road I'm gettin more dough
I'm gettin unreleased Jordans straight from Tokoyo

[Chorus]

[Verse 3: Lil' Flip]
Whenever I'm buyin (ice)I'm like fuck the (price)
'Cause no matter how much I spend Johnny gon'have me (right)
Johnny gon'have me (right), yellas mixed with (white)
yo chain shinin in the day but look at mine when it's night
you see the differance in the rocks they look like blocks
red, white, and blue diamonds got me lookin like the cops
(sirens) everybody pullin over cause they think they gettin stopped
oh mybad that's my chain and my mothafuckin watch

[Lil' Flip]
Heh that's how we doin it man, Lil' Flipper
Play-N-Skillz on the track this that shit that make niggaz bounce
if you in a drop top make that mothafucker bounce
stick ya mothafuckin pinky ring out the window cause
(shinin) southside, (grindin)northside, (diamonds)eastside
(never mind them) westside Haha that's how we do it man
Lil' Flipper underground legend you Gotta Feel Me, you Gotta Feel Me
I ain't fuck off my budget you Gotta Feel Me Haha




WOOOOO!, yeah ya'll buyin them ol'high ass tracks
I'm like fuck it shit I ain't settlin I'll fuck wit Play-N-Skillz bitch

Overall Meaning

In the song "Dem Boyz" by Lil' Flip, the artist highlights the flashy lifestyle that he leads alongside fellow rappers. The song is filled with braggadocious lyrics that point out how much wealth, power, and possessions they have accumulated. Lil' Flip raps about how he is always traveling, staying away from haters, and chasing paper while playing off the fact that he has a lot of bling including platinum pieces and canary diamonds. He also emphasizes the importance of ignoring the haters and focusing on his own success, as their words have no bearing on him or his crew.


The song is a classic example of a trap hip-hop anthem, and its lyrics primarily focus on material possessions and hard work. Lil' Flip talks about his success and how it contrasts with those who choose to hate on him. He also touches on the fact that he is able to buy any car, jewelry, or other luxury items he wants without having to worry about the cost. The catchy chorus emphasizes the idea that Lil' Flip and his people are living large and will not let the negativity of others bring them down.


In summary, "Dem Boyz" is an embodiment of the trap music sub-genre of hip-hop that celebrates materialism, success, and not letting others hold you back.


Line by Line Meaning

[Chorus: Repeat 2x]
The reason people talk about Lil' Flip's crew is not that they're successful and have a lot of bling, but because of their distinct work ethic and their refusal to pay attention to the haters


[Verse 1: Lil' Flip]
A rundown of Lil' Flip's life and accomplishments


Well I'm back up in yo' ear once again cause I run this shit
Lil' Flip takes pride in his success and knows that he can make it big in the rap game.


and I want rap about it unless I done that shit
Lil' Flip wants to make sure he is rapping about things he has done rather than just talking about them.


we catchin flights to Vegas, we stay away from haters
Lil' Flip and his crew are always traveling and staying away from anyone who might bring them down.


we always chasin'paper-we ballin like The Lakers
Lil' Flip is always pursuing money and lives life like a baller


we stepping out in our gators, nothin but pimps and players
Lil' Flip is always dressed well and with a crew of both players and pimps.


all my close taylor plus I got hoes that (??)
Lil' Flip is friends with his tailor and has many women in his life


I'm like Popeye the sailor 'cause I smoke me spinach
Lil' Flip enjoys and smokes marijuana as if he were Popeye the Sailor and his marijuana was spinach.


and when my Benz pass by they be like "I hope he in it"
People admire Lil' Flip's Benz and are excited to see him in it


they know my shit ain't rented (why?)cause I got two
Lil' Flip has so much wealth that he can afford to have two Benz's that he can switch between


yeah I got blue diamonds but these yellow rocks fool
Lil' Flip's diamonds might look blue, but in fact, they are yellow and are still quite valuable.


[Chorus]
The reason people talk about Lil' Flip's crew is not that they're successful and have a lot of bling, but because of their distinct work ethic and their refusal to pay attention to the haters


[Verse 2: Lil' Flip]
More about his life and tastes


I got bagguetes in the middle of my chain
Lil' Flip has diamonds in the middle of his necklace


H2 in the middle of the lane-doin donuts in the middle of the rain
Lil' Flip and his friends make reckless maneuvers in their H2 while driving in weather conditions like heavy rain.


if you in a wreck can I get alittle brain
Lil' Flip uses his fame and fortune to gain favors from his admirers.


I ain't gotta spend a thing for me to hit ya dame
Lil' Flip's success with women is such that he doesn't have to try hard to get with them.


I smoke so much dro hoe I might forget yo name
Lil' Flip smokes so much marijuana that he might forget the name of the person he is talking to.


I'm into making bread bitch and ridin candy red shit
Lil' Flip is all about getting rich and riding in flashy red cars.


I'm doin this for Pimp see and my nigga Head bitch
Lil' Flip dedicates his success to Pimp C and his friend Head.


'Cause when the feds hit I don't want to be around
Lil' Flip knows that the authorities are always lurking, and he doesn't want to be caught in any legal trouble.


I'm a be real with you I don't want to be in town
Lil' Flip plans to escape if he feels like he will be caught in a compromise with the law.


'Cause when I'm on the road I'm gettin more dough
Lil' Flip's career will allow him to make more money than he would staying home.


I'm gettin unreleased Jordans straight from Tokoyo
Lil' Flip has access to rare shoes imported from Japan.


[Chorus]
The reason people talk about Lil' Flip's crew is not that they're successful and have a lot of bling, but because of their distinct work ethic and their refusal to pay attention to the haters


[Verse 3: Lil' Flip]
More about Lil' Flip's taste in jewelry


Whenever I'm buyin (ice)I'm like fuck the (price)
Lil' Flip is willing to pay any amount of money for his jewelry.


'Cause no matter how much I spend Johnny gon'have me (right)
Johnny at the jewelry store will always make sure Lil' Flip is looking good.


yellas mixed with (white)
Lil' Flip's jewelry is a mix of yellow and white diamonds.


yo chain shinin in the day but look at mine when it's night
Lil' Flip has the nicest jewelry around, even at night time.


you see the differance in the rocks they look like blocks
Lil' Flip's diamonds are so large that they look like blocks of material.


red, white, and blue diamonds got me lookin like the cops
Lil' Flip's jewelry has red, white, and blue diamonds on it, which can make it look like he is law enforcement.


(sirens) everybody pullin over cause they think they gettin stopped
Lil' Flip's appearance with his high-end jewelry can cause people to think they are being arrested when in fact they are not.


oh mybad that's my chain and my mothafuckin watch
Lil' Flip is proud of his jewelry, but it can still cause confusion.


[Lil' Flip]
Lil' Flip wraps up the song with more lyrics praising himself and his success.


Heh that's how we doin it man, Lil' Flipper
Lil' Flip revels in his success.


Play-N-Skillz on the track this that shit that make niggaz bounce
Lil' Flip knows that this will be a popular song and that fans will enjoy dancing to it.


if you in a drop top make that mothafucker bounce
Lil' Flip encourages fans with convertibles to raise and lower their tops while listening to his music.


stick ya mothafuckin pinky ring out the window cause
Lil' Flip wants fans to show off their own jewelry while listening to his music.


southside, (grindin)northside, (diamonds)eastside
Lil' Flip recognizes his success in different areas and parts of the city.


(never mind them) westside Haha that's how we do it man
Lil' Flip doesn't pay attention to the haters and knows he will keep succeeding.


Lil' Flipper underground legend you Gotta Feel Me, you Gotta Feel Me
Lil' Flip is proud of his status as an underground legend and wants fans to enjoy his music.


I ain't fuck off my budget you Gotta Feel Me Haha
Lil' Flip was careful with his spending and wants fans to know that he still has plenty of money.


WOOOOO!, yeah ya'll buyin them ol'high ass tracks
Lil' Flip doesn't want his fans to waste money on expensive songs.


I'm like fuck it shit I ain't settlin I'll fuck wit Play-N-Skillz bitch
Lil' Flip likes working with Play-N-Skillz and knows that their collaboration will result in a successful track.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: WESLEY WESTON, JUAN CARLOS JR. SALINAS, OSCAR EDWARD SALINAS

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