When Lil B titled his last digital label released mixtape I'm Gay, he received several death threats. Although he is heterosexual, he says the title is a message of support to the LGBT community. Referring to the alternative definition of gay, he says he is gay because he is happy. Following the death threats, he added "I'm Happy" in parenthesis to the album's title. I'm Gay received positive reviews with many fans commenting on the album's wide variety of positive messages and noting the unique beats and lyrical styles not common to mainstream hip hop. He raps about many controversial issues including race relations, poverty, humanity, and the justice system. The album also, according to many fans, shows the "true" side of Lil B. It entered the Billboard R&B/Hip Hop Albums chart at #56 and the Heatseekers Albums chart at #20 for the week of July 16, 2011. It is for sale on iTunes but Lil B also uploaded it to the Internet for free, posting a link to it on Twitter and Facebook saying, "for all my fans who don't have $10 to buy my album, here it is for free."
Lil B typically releases at least one mixtape every month; so far in 2012 he has released 13 mixtapes - 4 in July alone. One of those released in July was the massive 848-song, nearly 5GB collection of Based Freestyles, which is his largest release to date. In 2013, hip-hop listeners voted Lil B as the greatest rapper of all time.
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For holding me down on this whole mixtape
I say I'm about to take over
2014, Lil B, my first
Album is going platinum, like I said
I never have ever dropped a
Real album everything's been mixtapes
The only real albums I have
The Basedgod's Choices and Flowers
And Rain in England
A lot of people know and
A lot of people wonder
What's going on with Lil B
Lil B making history
Shout out to everybody that really
Hold me down and love me, All the real based
Producers that love me
A lot of people faking
Don't say you produced shit
For Lil B if you don't love me, cause you
Didn't produce nothing for me
Lil B a one man band, we rocking till the
Motherfucka drop, aye man
A lot of people just you gotta
Keep rolling you gotta keep rolling
Like I said it's Lil B, a
Lot of these critcs is funny
A lot of these people don't know what real
Music is, but I know we
Know, Keyboard I love you
What it do, Keep it real
Basedworld keep it real
I love everybody that
Ain't in it for the money
I never been in it for
The money, I ain't worried about
It, It's coming, Billions, billions
Nigga, Basedworld we doing it big
Taking niggas out the game, any
Nigga want it, Anybody, Will go
Any fucking round, baby
You know what I'm saying
Real talk I love my cat, I adopted a cat
And I love that motherfucka like a person
Bust heads for
That bitch, I'll Knock a nigga
Down for the ho, in the studio with me
Right now, Basedworld Studios, shout out
To Keke the adopted tabby cat
Like I said 05 fuck
'em mixtape, it's a motherfucking
Wrap, Lil B nigga, i done made history
Look how the rap game is right
Now, it's because of me, One man band nigga
Holla
Yesssss, Basedgod, WOO, WOO, SWAG, SWAG
Aaaaa-a ahhhhh, damnnnnn, aa-a ah
Ahhh, a-a ahh
WOOOO, BASEDGOD, yeah make sure niggas
Don't steal my swag, that's
All Lil B nigga, That's all me
Make sure they don't
Steal my swag no mo, and for you, uh
Niggas that's in
The rap game playing with me, you pop stars
Nigga, aye man, seperate from
The rappers, nigga
I'm talking about some of
You pop stars stealing niggas
Swag, you R&B singers, i see
You, Lil B for life nigga
WAAAA, 05 fuck 'em, 05 fuuuccckk eemmm
In this song, Lil B expresses his gratitude and love for his fans who have supported him throughout his career. He thanks them for holding him down on his mixtapes and declares his intention to take over in 2014 with his first album. Lil B proudly claims that his album will go platinum, highlighting that he has never released a real album before, with everything thus far being mixtapes. He mentions his involvement in "The Basedgod's Choices and Flowers" and "Rain in England" as the only real albums he has been a part of.
Lil B acknowledges that many people are curious about him and his music and emphasizes that he is making history. He gives a shoutout to those who genuinely love and support him, particularly the producers, while cautioning against those who fake their association with him. Lil B asserts that he is a one-man band and will continue to make music until he drops. He encourages his listeners to keep pushing forward and not give up.
The lyrics also touch on Lil B's perspective on critics and the music industry. He feels that many critics don't understand what real music is, but he acknowledges his loyal fanbase and gives a special shoutout to the Keyboard, a symbol of his dedicated followers. Lil B states that he has never been motivated by money and declares that it will come to him in due time. He expresses his confidence in the Basedworld's success, stating that they are doing things on a grand scale and taking out anyone who wants to challenge them.
In a more personal note, Lil B professes his love for his cat whom he adopted and considers as a part of his family. He is willing to protect his cat and stand up for her. He mentions being in the studio with the cat, named Keke, emphasizing the bond they share. Lil B proudly declares that he has made history with this song and takes credit for the current state of the rap game, claiming to be a one-man band.
Ultimately, Lil B ends the song with various exclamations and ad-libs, asserting his presence and urging others to not steal his swag. He separates himself from pop stars and R&B singers, claiming that he is a different kind of artist and dedicated to his unique style.
Line by Line Meaning
I want to say I love y'all and thank y'all
Expressing appreciation and gratitude towards the listeners
For holding me down on this whole mixtape
Acknowledging the support received for the entire mixtape
I say I'm about to take over
Confidently claiming to dominate and succeed
2014, Lil B, my first
Referring to the year and asserting prominence in the music industry
Album is going platinum, like I said
Expecting the album to achieve great commercial success
I never have ever dropped a
Stating that no actual album has been released before
Real album everything's been mixtapes
Emphasizing that previous releases were mixtapes and not official albums
The only real albums I have
Identifying the only authentic albums associated with Lil B
Been a part of are
Listing the significant albums Lil B has contributed to
The Basedgod's Choices and Flowers
Referring to specific albums titled 'The Basedgod's Choices' and 'Flowers'
And Rain in England
Mentioning another album called 'Rain in England'
A lot of people know and
Recognizing that many individuals are aware
A lot of people wonder
Acknowledging the curiosity and speculation surrounding Lil B
What's going on with Lil B
Addressing the interest in Lil B's current situation
Lil B making history
Asserting that Lil B is creating significant achievements
Shout out to everybody that really
Giving recognition to those who genuinely
Hold me down and love me, All the real based
Appreciating the loyal supporters and true fans
Producers that love me
Showing gratitude towards producers who genuinely support Lil B
A lot of people faking
Acknowledging the existence of inauthentic individuals
Don't say you produced shit
Dissuading people from falsely claiming production credits
For Lil B if you don't love me, cause you
Stating that only those who genuinely love Lil B can claim production credits
Didn't produce nothing for me
Asserting that those who don't genuinely support couldn't have produced anything for Lil B
Lil B a one man band, we rocking till the
Highlighting Lil B as a solo artist who will continue to create music successfully
Motherfucka drop, aye man
Indicating the determination to keep going despite challenges
A lot of people just you gotta
Suggesting that it's essential to keep moving forward
Keep rolling you gotta keep rolling
Stating the importance of perseverance and not giving up
Like I said it's Lil B, a
Reiterating that the artist is indeed Lil B
Lot of these critics is funny
Expressing that many critics are peculiar or questionable
A lot of these people don't know what real
Suggesting that many individuals lack understanding of true
Music is, but I know we
Confidently asserting that Lil B and the audience have a deeper understanding
Know, Keyboard I love you
Expressing affection and appreciation for the instrumental keyboard
What it do, Keep it real
Encouraging everyone to stay genuine and authentic
Basedworld keep it real
Urging the Basedworld community to maintain authenticity
I love everybody that
Expressing love and affection towards everyone
Ain't in it for the money
Appreciating those who are motivated by factors other than monetary gains
I never been in it for
Stating that Lil B's motivations extend beyond financial aspects
The money, I ain't worried about
Emphasizing that money is not a cause for concern
It, It's coming, Billions, billions
Expressing confidence that significant wealth is imminent
Nigga, Basedworld we doing it big
Celebrating the sizeable achievements of the Basedworld community
Taking niggas out the game, any
Asserting dominance by eliminating competition
Nigga want it, Anybody, Will go
Stating that Lil B is ready to face any challenger
Any fucking round, baby
Indicating willingness to confront opponents at any time
You know what I'm saying
Asking if the audience understands and relates to the message conveyed
Real talk I love my cat, I adopted a cat
Expressing genuine affection for a pet cat recently adopted
And I love that motherfucka like a person
Emphasizing the depth of love and attachment towards the cat
Bust heads for
Willingness to fight and defend the cat
That bitch, I'll Knock a nigga
Claiming to physically harm someone who poses a threat to the cat
Down for the ho, in the studio with me
Asserting loyalty and willingness to protect the cat while in the recording studio
Right now, Basedworld Studios, shout out
Acknowledging the current location and giving recognition
To Keke the adopted tabby cat
Naming the adopted tabby cat as 'Keke'
Like I said 05 fuck
Reiterating the disregard for mixtapes released in '05
'em mixtape, it's a motherfucking
Reinforcing the rejection of those mixtapes
Wrap, Lil B nigga, i done made history
Asserting that Lil B has achieved significant historical accomplishments
Look how the rap game is right
Highlighting Lil B's impact on the current state of the rap industry
Now, it's because of me, One man band nigga
Claiming responsibility for the current state and asserting individual talent
Holla
An exclamation to conclude the song
Yesssss, Basedgod, WOO, WOO, SWAG, SWAG
Expressing excitement and invoking the Basedgod persona
Aaaaa-a ahhhhh, damnnnnn, aa-a ah
Utterances conveying a mix of emotions such as surprise, admiration, and intensity
Ahhh, a-a ahh
An exclamation of surprise or satisfaction
WOOOO, BASEDGOD, yeah make sure niggas
Reiterating the Basedgod persona and instructing others
Don't steal my swag, that's
Warning others against imitating or copying the unique style
All Lil B nigga, That's all me
Asserting ownership and exclusive rights over the swag
Make sure they don't
Instructing listeners to prevent others from
Steal my swag no mo, and for you, uh
Continuing the instruction and addressing specific individuals
Niggas that's in
Referring to individuals who are currently
The rap game playing with me, you pop stars
Calling out pop stars who attempt to engage in the hip-hop industry
Nigga, aye man, separate from
Asserting a distinction between pop stars and genuine rappers
The rappers, nigga
Differentiating authentic rappers from pop stars
I'm talking about some of
Referring to specific individuals within the pop music industry
You pop stars stealing niggas
Accusing pop stars of plagiarizing and copying artists
Swag, you R&B singers, i see
Calling out R&B singers who engage in the same behavior
You, Lil B for life nigga
Declaring loyalty and lifelong commitment to Lil B
WAAAA, 05 fuck 'em, 05 fuuuccckk eemmm
Expressing disdain and disregard for mixtapes released in '05
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