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 Legend
Lil B Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Nigga what the fuck you doing?
Thirty on my dick with them
Bitches on my nuts, nigga
Red Flame, nigga, coming straight
Now fuck the fuck rumming, nigga
Benz's and Hummer, nigga
Bitches on my dick, nigga
The bitch they had hunted
Only in California, nigga only in the Bay
Bitches sucking on your dick
On the dancefloor
Fucking on another bitch, nigga
Damn ice bling, nigga new hand ring, nigga
Jimmy chang chang
Came straight for the chips, nigga
I didn't- I didn't did everything
Nigga I need it bitches all on me
Ice chain with the property
And they gon' look out for me
When I hit the streets when I hit the shows
And toured you forty out the door
And my wrist is froze
Yeah, nigga from the B-town
Came straight from the body
Where niggas on the block selling
That Whitney and Bobby
Niggas know I ain't playing
Came straight with that infrared surprise
Niggas act like I'm nice
'Til you get the fuck on you
Then I pull the AK
Thank God that my Mom made a soldier
Finna hit this lick, nigga, down in Magnolia
I can't sleep can't think about my past
Niggas, they try to try me separate his body
Make him origami in the hood with the Tommy
Thirty-round clip in the back of the Mozzy
Sittin'shotgun rolling seat with the driver
Fuck the driver
You can suck my fucking nuts, nigga
I've got enough money I can pay for the pussy
Nigga, most girls treat me like
I made the pussy and I ain't made at them
Loading clips and revolvers
Waiting for my enemies
Waiting for them, nigga all of them, nigga
Used to love Jordan, man
Summertime you would pull up in the hood
Cashing out to the Jordan, man
I'm top dollar i'm top paid
Flatscreens, limousines and Hummers
Black man's thirty-shots with the rubbers
Chuck tape out, nigga looking like a plumber
Halloween, I was taking it off them
Got the money out the pocket, bitch
Driving in like early morning coffee
Wake up in the morning with the shit, nigga
What the fuck in the garbage
Put the life in the bag, nigga
Looking retarded, nigga red Flame, nigga
Coming in, nigga know what the fuck I do?
Red Flame, nigga know about my body?
Red Flame, nigga
Know I've been dropping body?
Young Based God, nigga
Came with the shit, nigga real shit man
I've been a neighborhood, block nigga, bitch
I've been doing this shit, bitch
I've been the fucking man, bitch
Young Based God ho, nigga
Came with thirty on my knuck
Came with thirty on my wrist ten on my dick
Thirty on my nuts about five in the back
About ten on my left hand
Ellen on my right hand left hand: Ellen
Right hand: Ellen six on my nuts
Thirty on my dick, bitches based God, nigga
Came straight West Coast stunting
I ain't gave a fuck about nothing
The lyrics to Lil B's song "Based Legend" contain a mixture of braggadocio, crude language, and references to his upbringing and lifestyle. The overall theme seems to be a celebration of his success, wealth, and influence as a prominent figure in the California-based rap scene.
In the first paragraph, Lil B asserts his importance and popularity, boasting about having numerous women interested in him and flaunting his wealth with mentions of expensive cars and jewelry. He also references the Bay Area, specifically California, highlighting the distinctiveness and exclusivity of his experiences.
The second paragraph portrays a more aggressive and confrontational side of Lil B. He mentions his past struggles, the violence he encounters, and his readiness to protect himself. The use of provocative language adds to the intense and unfiltered nature of his emotions. He also describes the financial power he possesses, suggesting that he can afford anything, including sexual services.
The third paragraph delves into Lil B's nostalgic feelings towards his childhood and the impact of certain cultural symbols like Michael Jordan sneakers. He emphasizes his wealth and success, reaffirming his high status by mentioning luxury items such as flatscreens and limousines. He also alludes to his involvement in illegal activities, like Halloween mischief and taking money from others.
The final paragraph brings the song full circle, repeating some earlier phrases and affirming his dominance in the rap game. He claims to have been a force in his neighborhood for a long time, establishing his reputation as a man who gets things done. The repetition of his characteristics, such as having money and women, reinforces his image as a successful and influential figure.
Overall, "Based Legend" showcases Lil B's unapologetic and self-assured persona, highlighting his achievements, material possessions, and confrontational attitude. It embodies the "based" philosophy, which promotes individuality, authenticity, and embracing one's true self regardless of societal norms or expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
Red Flame bitch huh bruh
Exclamation expressing assertiveness and confidence
Nigga what the fuck you doing?
Confrontational question asking someone about their actions
Thirty on my dick with them
Having many admirers and attention from women
Bitches on my nuts, nigga
Women showing strong interest and attraction
Red Flame, nigga, coming straight
Asserting identity and origin
Now fuck the fuck rumming, nigga
Disregarding irrelevant activities
Benz's and Hummer, nigga
Owning luxurious vehicles
Bitches on my dick, nigga
Attracting attention and desire from women
Thirty on my wrist, man
Wearing expensive jewelry
The bitch they had hunted
Being pursued and desired by women
Only in California, nigga only in the Bay
Unique experiences limited to California and the Bay Area
Bitches sucking on your dick
Being pleasured and desired by women
On the dancefloor
Engaging in sexual activities publicly
Fucking on another bitch, nigga
Engaging in sexual activities with multiple women
Damn ice bling, nigga new hand ring, nigga
Wearing expensive and flashy jewelry
Jimmy chang chang
Expressing enjoyment and satisfaction
Came straight for the chips, nigga
Pursuing wealth and success
I didn't- I didn't did everything
Accomplishing a wide range of things
Nigga I need it bitches all on me
Craving attention and desire from women
Ice chain with the property
Wearing valuable chains and showing ownership
And they gon' look out for me
Counting on others to support and protect
When I hit the streets when I hit the shows
Making an impact when performing or appearing in public
And toured you forty out the door
Earning a substantial income from touring
And my wrist is froze
Illuminating the value of expensive jewelry
Yeah, nigga from the B-town
Identifying as being from B-town
Came straight from the body
Surviving difficult circumstances
Where niggas on the block selling
Engaging in illegal activities to make money
That Whitney and Bobby
Dealing drugs named after Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown
Niggas know I ain't playing
Asserting seriousness and determination
Came straight with that infrared surprise
Threatening others with a powerful weapon
Niggas act like I'm nice
Deceiving others about one's intentions
'Til you get the fuck on you
Revealing true intentions once someone is no longer useful
Then I pull the AK
Using a high-powered weapon for violent purposes
Thank God that my Mom made a soldier
Expressing gratitude for a strong upbringing
Finna hit this lick, nigga, down in Magnolia
Planning to commit a robbery in Magnolia
I can't sleep can't think about my past
Struggling with memories and regrets
Niggas, they try to try me separate his body
Facing threats and attempts to harm
Make him origami in the hood with the Tommy
Causing severe damage using a firearm
Thirty-round clip in the back of the Mozzy
Armed and prepared for any situation
Sittin'shotgun rolling seat with the driver
Sitting in the front passenger seat next to the driver
Fuck the driver
Disregarding the driver's authority
You can suck my fucking nuts, nigga
Expressing disdain and disrespect
I've got enough money I can pay for the pussy
Having financial resources to engage in sexual activities
Nigga, most girls treat me like
Receiving preferential treatment from most girls
I made the pussy and I ain't made at them
Being credited for the pleasure and satisfaction of women
Loading clips and revolvers
Preparing weapons for potential conflict
Waiting for my enemies
Being patient for confrontations with adversaries
Waiting for them, nigga all of them, nigga
Anticipating the arrival of multiple enemies
Used to love Jordan, man
Having a nostalgic affection for Michael Jordan
Summertime you would pull up in the hood
Showing off in the neighborhood during summer
Cashing out to the Jordan, man
Spending money on Jordan sneakers
I'm top dollar i'm top paid
Having a high status and significant income
Flatscreens, limousines and Hummers
Owning luxurious and extravagant possessions
Black man's thirty-shots with the rubbers
Possessing a firearm with bullets
Chuck tape out, nigga looking like a plumber
Displaying an intimidating appearance
Halloween, I was taking it off them
Forcefully taking money or possessions on Halloween
Got the money out the pocket, bitch
Successfully acquiring money from someone
Driving in like early morning coffee
Arriving with energy and confidence
Wake up in the morning with the shit, nigga
Starting the day with success and excellence
What the fuck in the garbage
Expressing confusion and disdain for low-quality things
Put the life in the bag, nigga
Escaping dangerous situations
Looking retarded, nigga red Flame, nigga
Appearing foolish but still confident
Coming in, nigga know what the fuck I do?
Asserting that others are aware of one's abilities
Red Flame, nigga know about my body?
Asking if others are aware of one's history and reputation
Red Flame, nigga
Reiterating identification with Red Flame
Know I've been dropping body?
Asserting involvement in violent activities
Young Based God, nigga
Referring to oneself as a young, influential figure
Came with the shit, nigga real shit man
Arriving with authenticity and genuine experiences
I've been a neighborhood, block nigga, bitch
Being a respected figure in the neighborhood
I've been doing this shit, bitch
Having experience and expertise in one's actions
I've been the fucking man, bitch
Claiming superiority and dominance
Young Based God ho, nigga
Addressing oneself as a respected and influential figure
Came with thirty on my knuck
Wearing valuable rings on one's fingers
Came with thirty on my wrist ten on my dick
Displaying extravagant jewelry and wealth
Thirty on my nuts about five in the back
Attracting attention and interest from women
About ten on my left hand
Wearing valuable rings on one hand
Ellen on my right hand left hand: Ellen
Wearing expensive rings on each hand
Right hand: Ellen six on my nuts
Displaying excessive wealth and excess
Thirty on my dick, bitches based God, nigga
Being desired and admired by women
Came straight West Coast stunting
Showing off and impressing in the West Coast
I ain't gave a fuck about nothing
Having a carefree and fearless attitude
Lyrics © TUNECORE INC
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Joshua Rich
"Tryna try me separate his body, make him origami in the hood with the tommy, 30 round sitting in the back of the masi" = barssss
Soulcontroller
lmao i love this guy... hes in the same class as ODB.. he saying shit i never heard before....
KJdadon15
Red flame is a classic
Lowe
This shit got so many memorable quotes
MillionaireMoveTv
i love when he hits the juvie like hot boyz style joints hahaha
David Anderson
this is our generation's "subterranean homesick blues" not kidding TYBG
Ron Senyor
Make him oragami in the hood with the tommy 30 round clip in the back of the Mazzi !!!!!!!!!! BASEDGOD 😵
smileyface
So fire
eb2535
Basedworld honors the Based Legend.
Heydave92
ON THE DANCEFLOOOOO