Lil' Kim's debut studio album, Hard Core (1996) was certified double platinum, has since sold more than six million copies worldwide, and spawned three successful singles: "No Time", "Not Tonight", and "Crush on You". It had the highest debut in the US for a female rap album at the time. Her following albums, The Notorious K.I.M. (2000) and La Bella Mafia (2003) were also certified platinum. In 2001, Lil' Kim reached number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 with the single "Lady Marmalade - from "Moulin Rouge" Soundtrack" (a remake of LaBelle' 1974 single), alongside Mýa, P!nk and Christina Aguilera. Other notable singles from this period include "The Jump Off" and "Magic Stick", the latter of which reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming Kim's 2nd-highest-charting single as a lead artist.
In 2005, Lil' Kim served a one-year prison sentence for lying to a jury about her friends' involvement in a shooting four years earlier. During her incarceration, her fourth album, The Naked Truth, was released to positive reviews from critics. A reality series covering her sentence, Lil' Kim: Countdown to Lockdown, premiered on BET in 2006. She then released her first mixtape, Ms. G.O.A.T. (2008), and returned to the public eye in 2009 with an appearance on Dancing with the Stars. Throughout the 2010s, she continued to release music and perform sporadically, collaborating with artists such as Faith Evans, Remy Ma and Fabolous. Her fifth studio album, 9, was released in 2019.
Lil' Kim has been referred to as the "Queen of Rap", as well as her alias "Queen Bee" by several media outlets. She has sold more than 15 million albums and 30 million singles worldwide. Her songs "No Time", "Big Momma Thang" and "Not Tonight" were each listed on Complex's list of the 50 Best Rap Songs By Women. In 2012, Lil' Kim was listed on VH1's 100 Greatest Women in Music list at number 45, the second highest position for a solo female hip-hop artist. Aside from music, Lil' Kim is also known for her risk-taking and luxurious approach to fashion that inspired many artists; she has been cited as a fashion icon. She has been noted for helping women embrace their "sexuality and femininity" in a way that was a stark contrast at the time from other female artists.
Espacio
Lil' Kim Lyrics
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Y'all don't know? Uhh Uhh dangerous niggas
Lil Kim and Black Rob yellow man
P Diddy, the moment you all been waitin' for
Murder yeah, ha ha yeah
What y'all riffin' about, hang em like they did in the South
Dead wit ya dick in ya mouth
Like I won't slip in ya house, and put my dick in your spouse
Till you get home, I'm amped like a part of ya couch
Then sit on me, that's what I'ma spit filthy
Pretty swiftly, 'til them coppers come and get me
Tried to tell his coward ass it's real
Actin like I can't get through that Slomen Shield
I'm a veteran, I'll take leathers and furs in front of him
Safe cracker, moved from New York to Jers
Still sending [unverifed] kites with birds [unverified]
Nothin's heard, feds wanna tap my word
Take vehicles off curbs, tools off herbs
Jewels off of all you nerds
You swerve, I splurge with all y'all riches
Comin' to joke and blind all y'all bitches
Give respect where respect is due
Keep frontin', and I'ma put the tech to you
Coward
Lil Kim and Black Rob, Dame espacio
Man back up off me Dame espacio
Can I get a minute to breathe?
Dame espacio that means give me space
Dame espacio, damn back up off me
Like I'm just talking like I never did these things
Snatch chains and rings, teddy bears from siblings
I did things some of y'all cowards might not imagine
Like run in the stores, gun drawn, spasm
Press the button bitch I'm not havin'
Or it'll your [unverified] super [unverified]
Employee leave in a bag and
Black wagon, bait boy I'm not braggin'
It's a promise, I'll take em to school like Nostradamus
It's my thing do what I do best
Want the treasure chest, and that dough in your girl breasts
How dare you try to stash yours in your drawls
What's mines is mines, what's yours ain't yours
Get his whip, watch how quickly I paint yours
Watch poppi and them, hit it up with the paint balls
Coward niggas, got the gall, thinkin' I won't lamp in the hall
Like New Year's and drop the ball, bitches!
Lil Kim and Black Rob, Dame espacio
Man back up off me Dame espacio
Can I get a minute to breathe?
Dame espacio that means give me space
Dame espacio, damn back up off me
Where I come from, we all got guns
Be a hundred of y'all and we still won't run
Call the cops, they still won't come
We bang on niggas like we playin' the drums
These cats think they know me Black
Well I hit em over the head and say, "Homey don't play that"
Listen to they rhymes and say didn't I say that?
Damn, I'm the shit, it's like I'ma nigga they be bitin' my dick
Get on some old school shit, bitch run your kicks
Go on y'all can have my flow I extort y'all hoes for all y'all dough
And by now I think all y'all know
Who's the winner, still champ by T.K.O. WHAT
Lil Kim and Black Rob, Dame espacio
Man back up off me Dame espacio
Can I get a minute to breathe?
Dame espacio that means give me space
Dame espacio, damn back up off me
In Lil' Kim's song "Espacio," she collaborates with Black Rob to deliver powerful and assertive lyrics that showcase their dominance in the rap game. The song begins with a declaration of dangerousness, highlighting their self-confidence and prowess. Lil' Kim wastes no time in asserting her authority, using provocative and confrontational language to challenge her competitors. She compares herself to historical figures and uses vivid imagery to convey her willingness to take control and assert herself.
The lyrics also touch on themes of territoriality and the need for personal space. Lil' Kim and Black Rob demand respect and demand that others back off and give them the space they need to thrive. They address their detractors who may doubt their abilities or question their authenticity, asserting their superiority and warning those who underestimate them.
Line by Line Meaning
Dangerous niggas, uhh Black Rob shit
There are dangerous individuals, specifically referring to Black Rob and his music
Y'all don't know? Uhh Uhh dangerous niggas
Most people are unaware of the true nature of these dangerous individuals
Lil Kim and Black Rob yellow man
Lil Kim and Black Rob are talented artists with African-American heritage
P Diddy, the moment you all been waitin' for
P Diddy is about to present the long-awaited moment that everyone has been anticipating
Murder yeah, ha ha yeah
The lyrics contain themes of violence and the artist expresses amusement about it
What y'all riffin' about, hang em like they did in the South
Addressing a confrontation with others, threatening to harm them, referencing the history of lynching in the southern states
Dead wit ya dick in ya mouth
Mocking and humiliating those who oppose her, suggesting their defeat and submission
Now what this shit is about, niggas sleepin'
Questioning the lack of awareness and understanding among people
Like I won't slip in ya house, and put my dick in your spouse
Asserting dominance and threatening to engage in sexual acts with someone's partner
Till you get home, I'm amped like a part of ya couch
Eagerly waiting to confront and attack the person until they return home, emphasizing persistence and readiness
Then sit on me, that's what I'ma spit filthy
Once confronted, she plans to engage in explicit and provocative behavior, using vulgar language in her lyrics
'Til them coppers come and get me
Referring to law enforcement and acknowledging the potential consequences of her actions
Tried to tell his coward ass it's real
Attempting to warn someone, likely a coward, about the harsh reality and seriousness of the situation
Actin like I can't get through that Slomen Shield
Dismissing the belief that she cannot overcome obstacles and barriers, referring to a metaphorical shield
I'm a veteran, I'll take leathers and furs in front of him
Asserting her experience and expertise, claiming that she can effortlessly take valuable possessions from someone
Safe cracker, moved from New York to Jers
Comparing herself to a skilled bank robber, highlighting her relocation from New York to New Jersey
Still sending [unverified] kites with birds [unverified]
Continuing to send secret messages with messengers (possibly coded letters)
Nothin's heard, feds wanna tap my word
Remaining elusive and secretive, knowing that law enforcement agencies are trying to eavesdrop on her conversations
Take vehicles off curbs, tools off herbs
Law enforcement is seizing cars parked on the streets and confiscating illegal substances
Jewels off of all you nerds
Stealing valuable possessions from individuals she considers to be insignificant or foolish
You swerve, I splurge with all y'all riches
Despite attempts to avoid her, she will enjoy spending the stolen wealth of those who try to outsmart her
Comin' to joke and blind all y'all bitches
Arriving to mock and deceive all the foolish women involved
Give respect where respect is due
Acknowledging the importance of giving admiration and recognition to those who deserve it
Keep frontin', and I'ma put the tech to you
Warning others to stop pretending or acting tough, threatening to use firearms against them
Coward
Calling someone out for their lack of courage and bravery
Like I'm just talking like I never did these things
Asserting that her words should be taken seriously since she has a history of actions to back them up
Snatch chains and rings, teddy bears from siblings
Recounting past acts of theft, including stealing jewelry and even taking sentimental items from family members
I did things some of y'all cowards might not imagine
Revealing that she has engaged in actions that others might find shocking or beyond their comprehension
Like run in the stores, gun drawn, spasm
Describing a violent and chaotic scene of entering stores with weapons and causing panic
Press the button bitch I'm not havin'
Pressing a metaphorical button to initiate a drastic and aggressive response, refusing to tolerate any nonsense
Or it'll your [unverified] super [unverified]
Threatening to employ extreme measures or expose someone's secrets
Employee leave in a bag and
Suggesting that she has the power to harm or get rid of someone without consequences
Black wagon, bait boy I'm not braggin'
Driving a black car that is both intimidating and attractive, emphasizing that she is not merely boasting
It's a promise, I'll take em to school like Nostradamus
Deciding to educate and enlighten others, likening herself to the prophet Nostradamus who predicted the future
It's my thing do what I do best
Expressing confidence in her abilities and asserting that she excels in her chosen field
Want the treasure chest, and that dough in your girl breasts
Desiring wealth and looking to exploit the financial assets of someone's romantic partner
How dare you try to stash yours in your drawls
Challenging and criticizing someone for attempting to hide their possessions in their undergarments
What's mines is mines, what's yours ain't yours
Asserting her ownership and control over her possessions, emphasizing the distinction between her belongings and those of others
Get his whip, watch how quickly I paint yours
Stealing someone's luxurious car and warning them about the ease and speed with which she can replace it
Watch poppi and them, hit it up with the paint balls
Observing law enforcement officers and informing others that she can easily deceive them using paintball guns as distractions
Coward niggas, got the gall, thinkin' I won't lamp in the hall
Criticizing and ridiculing individuals for their audacity in believing she won't resort to violence in public places
Like New Year's and drop the ball, bitches!
Promising to disappoint and humiliate her enemies, just like the famous drop of the ball during New Year's celebrations
Where I come from, we all got guns
Highlighting the prevalence of firearms in her community
Be a hundred of y'all and we still won't run
Refusing to back down or flee, even in the face of a large number of opponents
Call the cops, they still won't come
Expressing a lack of trust in law enforcement, suggesting that they are unreliable or unsupportive
We bang on niggas like we playin' the drums
Engaging in violent confrontations with others, likening it to playing musical drums
These cats think they know me Black
Referring to individuals who believe they have a good understanding of her, specifically addressing Black Rob
Well I hit em over the head and say, 'Homey don't play that'
Metaphorically attacking and surprising those who think they understand her, quoting a catchphrase from the TV show 'In Living Color'
Listen to they rhymes and say didn't I say that?
Finding similarities or inspirations in others' lyrics, questioning their originality
Damn, I'm the shit, it's like I'ma nigga they be bitin' my dick
Confidently asserting her talent and popularity, comparing herself to a male figure whose success others envy or imitate
Get on some old school shit, bitch run your kicks
Adopting a nostalgic and traditional style, demanding that someone surrender their valuable possessions (specifically sneakers)
Go on y'all can have my flow I extort y'all hoes for all y'all dough
Offering her style to be copied, while simultaneously exploiting and taking advantage of others (specifically women) for their money
And by now I think all y'all know
Believing that her reputation and actions are widely known and understood by others
Who's the winner, still champ by T.K.O. WHAT
Proclaiming herself as the ultimate victor and champion by knockout (technical knockout), emphasizing her dominance
Lil Kim and Black Rob, Dame espacio
Requesting space and keeping distance from others, mentioning both herself and Black Rob
Man back up off me Dame espacio
Demanding that someone back away and give her space
Can I get a minute to breathe?
Expressing a desire for a short break or moment to collect herself
Dame espacio that means give me space
Reiterating the request for personal space and explaining the meaning behind the previous Spanish phrase
Dame espacio, damn back up off me
Insisting on being given physical space and expressing frustration with someone invading her personal boundaries
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: KIMBERLY JONES, SEAN COMBS, ROB ROSS, MARIO WINANS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Mister lego
undoubtedly and underated song...this shit has a sick, sick beat!!!
Chris Witherspoon
RawKit yes Kim killed it
Daniel DeVito
One of the hardest beats of all time
Sultan Goodman
One of the hardest tracks to date. Rest in paradise black rob!
Murder Bear
R.I.P Black Rob. This been one of my fave songs from back in the 90's
Natasha Carson
This wasn't the 90's
Julie Ruest
2000..close:)
Nostalgic Time traveler
this came out in 2004
Rick S0l0
Kim killed this track! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Qing Bee
🗣🗣🗣🗣
R.I.P. Black Rob 💔💔💪🏾💪🏾✊🏾✊🏾
Kim killed this💯💯