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.
Cold Case
Lil B Lyrics
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I really got to give a shout out
To everybody worldwide that's
Going through it
All the third world countries, you feel me
I want to shout out Mexico
It's real life there
Seen little kids die, that's just not fair
If you was living there
It can happen anywhere
People kill my people for the
Root of all evil
Separating people by the money, all science
It was all alliance, siding with the giants
You swimming with the pirates
Please stop killing over drugs, past debts
Old favors, no paper
Still having court cases please save us
What happened to "love your neighbor"
People turning haters
Worldwide corporate going lawless
Lets stay real but your parents wasn't honest
This shit really hurts my soul
How come the kids can't grow what
Kind of world is this
Do we really exist? Yea we
Do because I feel alive
Please don't cry, please don't cry
Back against the wall they
Gon' leave for dead you got a manager
But you're just a percentage
People watch you like you're watching a
Game, it's not for beginners
Keep it real man
Nigga you got played on Christmas
It's no honor in the game of business
People come from the streets
Nigga they checking the game for winners
I'mma lay a bitch down then hit
Them up with the Glock
Bring that shit to the streets
If the drama don't stop
Had to call the police because
You couldn't deal with it
Niggas caught up on the streets
Never asking who did it
People go mystical when your money's no limit
This is shit all real
I'm fronting no gimmicks
Reverse the whip fuck the
Tense niggas seeing me
I ain't got no reason to hide
Duck low man you gon be
Motherfucking surprised, keep it real nigga
I'm not one of those guys
Niggas snitching on who when
You cut them pies
If you do that dirt, you gon' take that time
You ain't thinking straight nigga
Go wash your eyes
And come back and tell me that
You're cut out for it
Don't lie, don't, psh, man I'm not a lawyer
Shout out to motherfucking Evan Sawyer
Dreams and pain, you feel me
Never hit the brakes, this a cold case
This a cold case pYT mixatpe, Lil B, yeah
The lyrics to Lil B's song "Case" convey a sense of empathy and concern for people who are going through difficult circumstances, particularly those living in third world countries like Mexico. Lil B acknowledges the harsh reality of life in these places, with children dying and injustice prevalent. He expresses his care and compassion for these situations, recognizing that such tragedies can happen anywhere.
The song also touches on societal issues, such as the greed and power-driven motives that lead to people killing each other over money and drugs. Lil B questions the disappearance of the value of love for one's neighbor, and laments the lack of honesty and integrity in the corporate world. He criticizes the exploitation of artists in the music industry and the deception of managers who view them as mere profit sources.
Throughout the song, Lil B emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and facing reality. He highlights the harsh consequences that come with involvement in illegal activities and advises against self-deception. The lyrics exhibit a mix of frustration, sadness, and a desire for change, exemplifying the artist's desire to shed light on social issues and inspire reflection.
Line by Line Meaning
This is our time
It is a time for us to make a difference and speak out
I really got to give a shout out
I want to express gratitude and recognition
To everybody worldwide that's going through it
To all the people globally facing hardships
All the third world countries, you feel me
I empathize with the struggles of people in less developed countries
I want to shout out Mexico
Specifically acknowledging the challenges faced in Mexico
It's real life there
The situation is harsh and difficult
Seen little kids die, that's just not fair
Witnessing the unfairness of young children losing their lives
Who am I to speak? I just really care
Although I might not have personal experience, I genuinely care
If you was living there, it can happen anywhere
The tragedies faced in Mexico are not limited to that location
People kill my people for the root of all evil
Indicating that money is the cause of violence and harm within communities
Separating people by the money, all science
Money acts as a divisive force, creating inequality among people
It was all alliance, siding with the giants
Referring to a system where individuals align themselves with those in power
You swimming with the pirates
By associating with powerful and corrupt individuals, you are engaging with dangerous figures
Please stop killing over drugs, past debts
A plea to end violence related to drug disputes and unresolved debts
Old favors, no paper
Arguments and conflicts arising from unsettled debts or promises
Still having court cases please save us
Continuing legal battles, hoping for intervention or assistance
What happened to 'love your neighbor'
Questioning the disappearance of empathy and unity among people
People turning haters
Observing the transformation of people into antagonists
Worldwide corporate going lawless
Highlighting the lack of ethical behavior within global corporations
Lets stay real but your parents wasn't honest
Encouraging authenticity while acknowledging the lack of honesty in upbringing
This shit really hurts my soul
Expressing deep emotional pain and anguish
How come the kids can't grow, what kind of world is this
Questioning the conditions that prevent children from thriving and the state of the world
Do we really exist? Yea we do because I feel alive
Affirming one's existence and vitality despite the hardships
Please don't cry, please don't cry
A plea for others not to succumb to sadness
Back against the wall they gon' leave for dead
In difficult situations, people will abandon and forsake you
You got a manager, but you're just a percentage
Highlighting the exploitative nature of managerial relationships
People watch you like you're watching a game, it's not for beginners
Observing how others observe and judge you, emphasizing the complexity of life
Keep it real man, Nigga you got played on Christmas
Urging honesty and revealing being deceived during a significant occasion
It's no honor in the game of business
Asserting that the business world lacks integrity
People come from the streets, nigga they checking the game for winners
Highlighting the street-smart mindset of individuals who assess the winners in the game
I'mma lay a bitch down then hit them up with the Glock
Expressing the intent to harm someone and seek retaliation with a firearm
Bring that shit to the streets if the drama don't stop
Suggesting taking conflicts to the streets if they persist
Had to call the police because you couldn't deal with it
Referring to involving law enforcement when unable to handle a situation independently
Niggas caught up on the streets, never asking who did it
People getting entangled in street conflicts without questioning the perpetrators
People go mystical when your money's no limit
Observing the changes in people's behavior when they have unlimited wealth
This is shit all real, I'm fronting no gimmicks
Asserting the authenticity and lack of deceptive tactics
Reverse the whip fuck the tense niggas seeing me
Reversing the roles, disregarding opinions of those who oppose while being observed
I ain't got no reason to hide, duck low man you gon be motherfucking surprised
Having no need for concealment, warning that underestimating will lead to shock
Keep it real nigga, I'm not one of those guys
Emphasizing authenticity and distinguishing oneself from others
Niggas snitching on who when you cut them pies
Noticing the betrayal and information sharing when profits are involved
If you do that dirt, you gon' take that time
Warning that engaging in illegal activities leads to consequences
You ain't thinking straight nigga, go wash your eyes
Implying distorted judgment and urging clarity of thought
And come back and tell me that you're cut out for it
Challenging someone to reassess their suitability for the situation
Don't lie, don't, psh, man I'm not a lawyer
Requesting honesty and clarifying not having legal expertise
Shout out to motherfucking Evan Sawyer
Acknowledging and showing appreciation for Evan Sawyer
Dreams and pain, you feel me
Referring to the combination of aspirations and suffering that can be understood
Never hit the brakes, this a cold case
Persisting without stopping, alluding to an unsolved and unchanging situation
This a cold case pYT mixtape, Lil B, yeah
Identifying the song as part of Lil B's PYT mixtape, emphasizing the artist's presence
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Abdifatah Abdullahi
Best lil b song ever.....80s has the best sound I swear
S W
this is a really crazy mixtape, i really think lil b should sign to vice records. they seem like the only label chill enough to have the BasedGod
stepsonofperdition
Yo, chill and just let people listen to what they like. Music is completely subjective. Listen to whatever you like and let others do the same. Damn.
bugged outs
Bro did what we doing now and got crowned
lon.sour7
truuth, this tapes one of his best
Max Email
it is a classic .... slept on
Max Email
sick
Sean Dafny
Basedworld up
Sean Dafny
Please dont cry
Evan Sawyer
2:23 Thanks