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.
Based Hero
Lil B Lyrics
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It gutta man you feel me?
Prettyboys throw it up man all the
Sexy ladies what it do
Yeah man it's your boy Lil B
Feel me? Aye man Ima be
A DJ your host for tonight
Man it's the Based Radio
The real man you feel
Me I see you aye man aye aye Lil B
My position in the game bitch
It's simple and plain
I gotta eat nigga remember The Rain how
Could I survive all that fuckin fame
Made it through the streets and
They callin' my name
But my name like the needle
Drop watch the Eagle pop
I open up shop then I close shop
These people with hoes tryna steal my
Name Ima break his nose
Had a couple - times and
I had a couple losses
Niggas never ride man fuck with that walking
Tryna come up I talk him
Boss one up crack open a bottle
"Whats up nigga" I had to give my funds up
Stealing stolen cars I had
To switch the plate
Staring at the otherfuckin gate
Hit that motherfuckin eight
Nigga it don't matter I don't know
Man this is not my game
Preach my game, streets my game
Open up the lane
Moving so fast gotta catch me
And mine don't -- like Jet Skis
Nigga, you feel me?
(Lil B) aye man Im on that Ice man
Straight up we skating man
100 percent all day man
Niggas so thirsty thought it was salad?
You need to switch up man fuck that popping
You bout to get popped
Im talkin bout Ima get it popping
Im in the hood man motivated street nigga
This all that real- street niggas
Mind state feel like I'm on a grind state
Laying down where theres my plate
Wheres my Iron at nigga wheres my money?
Nigga keep playing with me
And this shit funny
Nigga keep playing games where there curves
I can't promise this but I promise yours
I got love for everybody who really love me
Niggas hating on the right
I got a scope on you, throwing Glocks up
Fit them bullets on yeah you feel me?
Send them packages you better update me
Open the mail nigga whats crazy
Is you acting like a pussy
Niggas come through we smack them pussies
I ain't even gonna look for you
You feel me? We take the
Money bitch and it's over
(Lil B) you feel me aye man shoutsout to
All the Based soldiers hold me
Down 05 12 fuck em 05
05 fuck em yanam saying?
Lil B man aye realness over millions
I do that, I do that
I do that don't bang shit If
You don't really love based
Don't bang that shit you feel me? Its crazy
How fake- you feel me? Motherfuckers be
Out on nerve man like theres
Motherfuckers that really hate on me
But then try to steal
My whole shit and then just hate
Me but they love me though
Thats what Im saying it's like
Man don't lie to me
Be honest and do what you gotta do
Don't try to discredit me for
What Im tryna do cause Im killing
The game you didn't make
Me you know'm saying? Niggas pfft Niggas
Did that for you you know'm
Saying I helped you so what
It do? You know'm saying?
In Lil B's song "Based Hero," he begins by expressing his authenticity and connection to the streets. He emphasizes keeping it gangster and gutta, appealing to both pretty boys and sexy ladies. Lil B asserts himself as an unsigned hero, recognizing those who support him. He reflects on his position in the game, stating that despite experiencing fame and facing challenges, he remains resilient. Lil B references his ability to navigate the streets and the attempts of others to steal his name and undermine him. He asserts his dominance and resilience, expressing love and gratitude to those who genuinely support him while acknowledging the presence of haters who try to discredit him.
Line by Line Meaning
We keep it gangster and we keep
It gutta man you feel me?
We maintain an authentic and gritty lifestyle, do you understand?
Prettyboys throw it up man all the
Sexy ladies what it do
Attractive individuals show their support, and it's a greeting to all the attractive women present
Yeah man it's your boy Lil B
Feel me? Aye man Ima be
A DJ your host for tonight
I am Lil B, your host for the night, taking on the role of a DJ
Man it's the Based Radio
Unsigned HERO aye man shouts out to
The real man you feel
Me I see you aye man aye aye Lil B
This is Based Radio, where unsigned heroes are recognized and appreciated. Shoutouts to the genuine individuals listening, acknowledging their presence. It's me, Lil B.
My position in the game bitch
It's simple and plain
My status in the industry, dear lady, is straightforward and clear
I gotta eat nigga remember The Rain how
Could I survive all that fuckin fame
I must succeed and thrive, my friend, just like I did during the challenging period of widespread fame
Made it through the streets and
They callin' my name
I successfully navigated the streets, and now I am recognized and celebrated
But my name like the needle
Drop watch the Eagle pop
But when my name is mentioned, it commands attention and excitement, just like the needle drop in a song, causing an explosive reaction
I open up shop then I close shop
I establish my presence or business, and then I conclude it
These people with hoes tryna steal my
Name Ima break his nose
Certain individuals are attempting to defame or appropriate my identity, and I will respond with force
Had a couple - times and
I had a couple losses
I experienced both triumphs and defeats on multiple occasions
Niggas never ride man fuck with that walking
Some individuals never truly support or stand by me, so I disregard their presence
Tryna come up I talk him
Boss one up crack open a bottle
When a person tries to rise in status, I guide and advise them to elevate themselves, celebrating with the opening of a bottle
"Whats up nigga" I had to give my funds up
Stealing stolen cars I had
To switch the plate
"What's up, my friend?" I was compelled to surrender my money. Engaging in car theft, I resorted to switching license plates for anonymity
Staring at the otherfuckin gate
Hit that motherfuckin eight
Gazing at the entrance of another individual, confronting them head-on
Nigga it don't matter I don't know
Man this is not my game
It doesn't concern me because I am not involved in this situation. It's not my game
Preach my game, streets my game
Open up the lane
I convey and promote my lifestyle. The streets are my domain, and I create a pathway for others to follow
Moving so fast gotta catch me
And mine don't -- like Jet Skis
I am operating at a rapid pace, making it difficult to apprehend me and my possessions – similar to the swift movement of a Jet Ski
Nigga, you feel me?
Do you comprehend and relate to what I am expressing?
(Lil B) aye man Im on that Ice man
Straight up we skating man
100 percent all day man
Hey, I am currently in a state of extreme confidence and success, effortlessly gliding forward. It's a continuous feeling of complete certainty throughout the day
Niggas so thirsty thought it was salad?
You need to switch up man fuck that popping
Some individuals are extremely desperate for attention, mistaking themselves for a desirable delicacy. It's time for them to change their approach and abandon their superficial tendencies
You bout to get popped
Im talkin bout Ima get it popping
You are about to face the consequences. I mean, I will initiate a lively and energetic atmosphere
Im in the hood man motivated street nigga
This all that real- street niggas
I am currently present in the neighborhood, driven by the experiences and challenges of a street-oriented individual. It's a genuine representation of street culture
Mind state feel like I'm on a grind state
Laying down where theres my plate
My state of mind resembles an intense and focused work ethic. I am putting in the necessary effort to secure my livelihood and ensure that I am provided for
Wheres my Iron at nigga wheres my money?
Nigga keep playing with me
And this shit funny
Where is my firearm, my friend? Where is the financial compensation owed to me? If you continue to toy with me, it becomes amusing, but not in a positive manner
Nigga keep playing games where there curves
I can't promise this but I promise yours
If you persist in playing games, there will be consequences for your actions. Although it's not certain, I assure you that punishment awaits you
I got love for everybody who really love me
Niggas hating on the right
I got a scope on you, throwing Glocks up
I genuinely appreciate all those who truly support me. As for those who harbor hate, I am watching them closely and preparing for potential conflict
Fit them bullets on yeah you feel me?
Send them packages you better update me
Load those bullets, do you understand? Deliver those packages, but you better keep me informed and updated
Open the mail nigga whats crazy
Is you acting like a pussy
Check your mail, my friend. What's absurd is that you are behaving cowardly and fearful
Niggas come through we smack them pussies
I ain't even gonna look for you
You feel me? We take the
Money bitch and it's over
When individuals confront us, we immediately strike back. I won't even bother searching for you. Do you understand? We claim the money forcefully, and it concludes the situation
(Lil B) you feel me aye man shoutsout to
All the Based soldiers hold me
Down 05 12 fuck em 05
05 fuck em yanam saying?
Do you understand? Hey, I want to give recognition and praise to all the loyal and dedicated supporters who stand by me. Disregard those who oppose us in 2005 and 2012
Lil B man aye realness over millions
I do that, I do that
I do that don't bang shit If
You don't really love based
I am Lil B, and I prioritize authenticity and genuineness over monetary gains. I live by those principles, and I reject any association if you do not genuinely support my based movement
Don't bang that shit you feel me? Its crazy
How fake- you feel me? Motherfuckers be
Out on nerve man like theres
Motherfuckers that really hate on me
Don't align yourself with that ideology, do you understand? It's incredibly absurd how insincere and deceitful some individuals can be. They have the audacity to openly show disdain towards me
But then try to steal
My whole shit and then just hate
Me but they love me though
Yet paradoxically, they attempt to copy my entire style and content, only to express hatred towards me. However, they still possess a deep admiration for me
Thats what Im saying it's like
Man don't lie to me
That's the message I'm conveying. Don't deceive or lie to me
Be honest and do what you gotta do
Don't try to discredit me for
What Im tryna do cause Im killing
The game you didn't make
Me you know'm saying?
Just be sincere and focus on accomplishing your goals. Don't attempt to undermine my intentions or discredit me because I am dominating the industry. Remember, you didn't create me, you know what I'm saying?
Niggas pfft Niggas
Did that for you you know'm
Saying I helped you so what
It do? You know'm saying?
Some individuals, *scoffs*, were responsible for your success, you know what I'm saying? I assisted you, so what's your response? Do you know what I'm saying?
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theneedledrop
i just gave you a thumb, my son.
tullyrulz100
Love you Anthony, keep up the good work
zmazing33
How do you find out about music so fucking fast, especially Lil B who drops more songs than days of the year? You like Based God, don't you Anthony.
54Cymru
He is on moo quite often. That's how he stays in touch with some of the new stuff.
theneedledrop
lololol <3
PPV
Damn. This is better than Illmatic. Lil B is the greatest of all time
theneedledrop
needle drop reference @ 0:40?
o0LanternLight0o
oh its official now bro, your so based!
Dtrux
If it ain't guttah it ain't nuttin
gkamkbns/Sam lee
yo man anyone know where i can find this instrumental?