Growing up, Boosie was hardened by the many difficult experiences he was put through. His neighborhood, notorious for drugs and violence, was a place feared by the general population. To outsiders, it was a jungle, to residents, it was life. Boosie got very involved in basketball to stay off the streets, and was actually expected to move on to college level basketball.
At 14 years old, Boosie moved in to live with his grandmother after his father was murdered over drugs. Growing up with no father figure and without a strong guiding hand, Boosie turned to drugs and crime. After being expelled from school, Boosie picked up freestyling and began to get serious about his music. Living in the 225, Boosie had no contacts, no real means of exposure. Lil Boosie teamed up with Baton Rouge rapper C-Loc in the late 1990s and made his debut on C-Loc's 5th album, "It's a Gamble", which also featured Three Six Mafia, South Park Mexican, and the rest of the Concentration Camp. This album was a saving grace for C-Loc, as he was slowly losing popularity. Releasing this album put him back in the spotlight, as he had a new young tallented rapper at his side. Baton Rouge couldn't get enough. Shortly afterwards, Boosie released his debut CD, "Youngest of the Camp", which sold over 10,000 units and featured fellow up and coming Baton Rouge rapper Max Minelli, which was exactly what boosie needed to jump start his career. The album spread like wildfire, every hood in Baton Rouge had flyers up for it, everybody was playing it.
After the incarceration, Boosie once again turned back to the streets. Ultimately, his behavior led to him also being incarcerated. At this point, Boosie felt as though he was a failure. However, fate lent Boosie a hand, and Boosie had an opportunity to join an up and coming record label called Trill Entertainment aka Trill Ent which was backed by Pimp-C of UGK. Trill signed Boosie and assisted him in bring his legal issues to an end. Soon after, Boosie and Trill independently released the CD "For my Thugs" under TrillEnt. This release went on to sell over 15,000 copies. Later in the summer of 2003, Boosie co-starred with one of his label-mates, Webbie, on the album "Ghetto Stories" which also went on to sell well over 15,000 copies.
Again paired up with Webbie, Lil Boosie's 2004 release, "Gangsta Musik" is what really gained him popularity. This CD featured the ever popular songs "Swerve" (which later made an appearance in the movie "Hustle and Flow"), "Give Me That", and "Bad Bitch". This was Boosie's first really popular album, actually penetrating the borders of Louisiana and reaching far beyond.
Boosie's talent was now undeniable, and he caught the eye of some Universal Records representatives. In late January of 2005, Boosie signed a deal with Universal, and released the CD "Boosie Bad Azz". This album, backed and promoted by Universal Records, was his strongest yet. Boosie continues to gain popularity at an astonishing rate, and is no stranger to trouble with the law. Already incarcerated for probation violation on drug and gun charges, the Trill Entertainment rapper and two associates (one of them only 17 years old) were indicted on first-degree murder charges by a grand jury on Thursday, June 17, 2010. The men are accused of being involved in the shooting of 35-year-old Terry Boyd in his own house in October. District attorney Hiler Moore stated that the killing seemed to be "over turf" and that if Lil Boosie is convicted the death penalty is not out of the question. The same day, Hatch was also indicted on multiple drug and conspiracy charges for smuggling large amounts of codeine, ecstasy and marijuana into prison with intent to distribute. His girlfriend, a prison guard and a fellow inmate were also charged as co-conspirators. In addition to these charges, prosecutors believe the 27-year-old rapper may have been involved in at least five other slayings.
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Lil Boosie Lyrics
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Boosie Bad Azz
I remember n****
I remember n****
Now I remember everything
From them cold night on the block
I remember the struggle
I remember they faces when they saw me shine
N**** I remember everything
Outside with no shirt (I remember n****)
Talked loud in that church (I remember n****)
N**** stole all my work (I remember n****)
Kirby took my lick in court (I remember n****)
Them plantation days, do you remember that
The good times that we had in big dig em lac
Do you remember Debra Proch when it was hot and steaming
Do you remember when we moved shop down there by Lehman
Do you remember at the room hoes caughting semen
Do you remember I busted two with the green eye demon
Yeah n**** I remember cross the tracks
When Capt. Ricks and Kenny Wayne had a gang of that crack
Man I remember all that when E-Forty was jamming
Everybody play B's and D's listening to that Dayton family
I remember daddy-O when he put me on syrup
Remember Junior was fourteen working with a quarter bird n****
Them long night on the block (I remember n****)
Went from a little to a lot (I remember n****)
In this world with no dreams (I remember n****)
Gone off X and codeine (I remember n****)
Them long night on the block (I remember n****)
Went from a little to a lot (I remember n****)
In this world with no dreams (I remember n****)
Gone off X and codeine (I remember n****)
When daddy left this world (I remember n****)
The nights I made them lil girls (I remember n****)
Grandpa preaching at church (I remember n****)
Grucen gave me my first work (I remember n****)
Me and big Chris on the block (I remember n****)
Walk in the school with a knot (I remember n****)
Remember nobody ain't like us (I remember n****)
When I set it off with Titus (I remember n****)
Seventeen I was a donkey
Killing my own people
Serving my own uncles
Gave life to tell (I remember n****)
When he touch down I caused hell (I remember n****)
My first fifty block of weed (I remember n****)
I wouldn't nothing but nineteen(I remember n****)
When I first meet tee and Mel (I remember n****)
When y'all got me out of jail (I remember n****)
Yeah (I remember n****)
Them long night on the block (I remember n****)
Went from a little to a lot (I remember n****)
In this world with no dreams (I remember n****)
Gone off X and codeine (I remember n****)
Them long night on the block (I remember n****)
Went from a little to a lot (I remember n****)
In this world with no dreams (I remember n****)
Gone off X and codeine (I remember n****)
First time I rode clean (I remember n****)
Got my heart broke at fourteen (I remember n****)
'Member the first n**** I robbed (I remember)
I remember them tears cried
I remember they killed "I"
I remember them pills I used to pop
That had a n**** Frenzy
Same n****s I used to pop wit now they envy
Cousins frenzy I'm on some flossed out s***
I go to Emmy when I wanna floss my wrist
'Member daddy used to hit momma when times was hard
But it never showed on her boys cause her boys was spoiled
'Member my beamer, my Magnum, and my forty-five
'Member my silver S-T-S with the fresh ties
My old school Monte Carlo n****, candy black
'Member my Ram Truck
My old school Cadillac
'Member my Benz that was black but I wet it silver
Remember my orange and black race car with them ? n****
I remember everything
I remember, I remember, I remember
I remember n****
Like it was yesterday
The song "I Remember" by Lil Boosie is a nostalgic reflection on the rapper's past experiences, both good and bad. The chorus repeats the phrase "I remember n****," emphasizing the importance of remembering where he came from and all that he has been through. The verses detail specific memories, such as the struggles of living on the block, the good times with friends, and the darker moments of drug addiction and violence. Boosie also reflects on the people who have impacted his life, including family members, friends, and enemies.
The first verse touches on the rough times Boosie faced growing up. He remembers the struggle and the shine, meaning he remembers both the difficult moments and the moments of success. He recalls the faces of those who watched him succeed, perhaps implying that there were people who didn't believe in him but are now forced to acknowledge his accomplishments. Later, he recalls specific events such as when someone stole his work or his friend took the blame for a crime he committed. Overall, the song showcases Boosie's ability to reflect on his past and the influence it has had on his present.
Line by Line Meaning
Now I remember everything
Reflecting back, I have memories of everything.
From them cold night on the block
I recollect those nights standing outside in the cold on the street corner
I remember the struggle
I recall fighting through hard times
I remember the shine
I recollect when things were going well and I was succeeding
I remember they faces when they saw me shine
I never forget when I turned my life around and the reactions of my friends seeing me successful.
Outside with no shirt (I remember n****)
I have memories of standing outside shirtless.
Talked loud in that church (I remember n****)
I remember being so loud in church that it stands out to me.
N**** stole all my work (I remember n****)
I have vivid memories of someone stealing something of mine.
Kirby took my lick in court (I remember n****)
I never forget Kirby taking the blame for my actions in court.
Them plantation days, do you remember that
Do you remember the days when we were working hard and struggling.
The good times that we had in big dig em lac
I never forget the good moments we had in our lives.
Do you remember Debra Proch when it was hot and steaming
I recall a memory of Debra Proch when the situation was tense.
Do you remember when we moved shop down there by Lehman
I remember when we changed location to Lehman.
Do you remember at the room hoes caughting semen
I have memories of women engaging in sexual activities.
Do you remember I busted two with the green eye demon
I never forget the time I hooked up with two green-eyed girls.
Yeah n**** I remember cross the tracks
I recall the days when I used to cross the railroad tracks to get to my destination.
When Capt. Ricks and Kenny Wayne had a gang of that crack
I recall the days when two people I knew were selling drugs.
Man I remember all that when E-Forty was jamming
I never forget the music we used to listen to.
Everybody play B's and D's listening to that Dayton family
I remember the times when everyone listened to a particular group, Dayton Family, and everyone played dice games.
I remember daddy-O when he put me on syrup
I recall the time when someone gave me a drink containing cough syrup.
Remember Junior was fourteen working with a quarter bird n****
I have a memory of someone named Junior working with a quarter kilogram of drugs.
Them long night on the block (I remember n****)
I recall those nights when I used to spend long hours on the street corner.
Went from a little to a lot (I remember n****)
I never forget the time when my possessions grew bigger.
In this world with no dreams (I remember n****)
I recall the moments when I was hopeless.
Gone off X and codeine (I remember n****)
I remember being under the influence of Xanax and codeine.
When daddy left this world (I remember n****)
I never forget the moment when my father passed away.
The nights I made them lil girls (I remember n****)
I recall the times when I had sexual relationship with younger women.
Grandpa preaching at church (I remember n****)
I remember my grandfather speaking at church.
Grucen gave me my first work (I remember n****)
I recall the time when someone with a name Grucen gave me my first job.
Me and big Chris on the block (I remember n****)
I recall the moments I shared with big Chris on the street corner.
Walk in the school with a knot (I remember n****)
I have a vivid memory of walking into school with a lot of money.
Remember nobody ain't like us (I remember n****)
I never forget the time when we were not well-liked.
When I set it off with Titus (I remember n****)
I recall starting something with someone named Titus.
Seventeen I was a donkey Killing my own people Serving my own uncles
I remember a time when I was serving drugs to family members and community members, despite being young and ignorant.
Gave life to tell (I remember n****)
I've made mistakes that could have led to legal punishment, but I managed to avoid it.
When he touch down I caused hell (I remember n****)
I recall the time when someone coming back caused chaos.
My first fifty block of weed (I remember n****)
I have a memory of when I first purchased fifty blocks of weed.
I wouldn't nothing but nineteen(I remember n****)
When I was only nineteen, I had nothing worthwhile.
When I first meet tee and Mel (I remember n****)
I recall the time when I first met two people named Tee and Mel.
When y'all got me out of jail (I remember n****)
I remember when you got me out of jail.
First time I rode clean (I remember n****)
I have a vivid memory of when I had my first car and it was in great condition.
Got my heart broke at fourteen (I remember n****)
I never forget the pain of heartbreak when I was fourteen.
'Member the first n**** I robbed (I remember)
I remember the time when I robbed my first person.
I remember them tears cried
I recall a time when I saw someone crying.
I remember they killed "I"
I have memories of someone being killed.
I remember them pills I used to pop
I recall taking those pills.
That had a n**** Frenzy
The pills caused me to have a frenzy.
Same n****s I used to pop wit now they envy
Those same people that I used to do drugs with are now envious of my success.
Cousins frenzy I'm on some flossed out s***
My cousin was also on drugs and influenced me to live the same way.
I go to Emmy when I wanna floss my wrist
When I want to flaunt wealth, I go to Emmy.
'Member daddy used to hit momma when times was hard
I recall my father being physically abusive towards my mother during difficult times.
But it never showed on her boys cause her boys was spoiled
My mother was able to shield us from this abuse because she was spoiling us.
'Member my beamer, my Magnum, and my forty-five
I recall my car, my gun, and my weapon.
'Member my silver S-T-S with the fresh ties
I never forget my car with fresh tires.
My old school Monte Carlo n****, candy black
I recall my old school car, which was black and candy-colored.
'Member my Ram Truck
I have memories of my Ram Truck.
My old school Cadillac
I recall my old Cadillac.
'Member my Benz that was black but I wet it silver
I remember my black Benz which I repainted silver.
Remember my orange and black race car with them ? n****
I never forget the moment I got an orange car with a racing stripe along with my friends.
I remember everything
I recall everything in my life.
I remember, I remember, I remember
I have an abundance of memories that I can never forget.
I remember n****
There are so many moments in my life that I recall and will never forget.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LES DUDEK
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Heartfelt accolades
This shit hit SOOOOO hard
I’m playing this one loud as hell
Make it make senseee
Loyalty over EVERYTHING
FACTS
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SHOUTING FROM
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FOREVER THE BOOT!!
(Louisiana)❤
@Earth329
Only old school ears will appreciate this lyrical blessing. Loyalty and being grateful are antiquated characteristics now a days.
@BigPositiveKozmikVibez
What .... shhh surreal jus how it is now
@izzy4o884
It's a blessing to have this understanding
@oj397
I’m 20 OG. This a banger for working ears tuned to good music.
@Earth329
@@oj397 That’s what’s up! ✨
@Noahgraham_2308
💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯
@tina3006
You can see the hurt in this man’s eyes. I feel him… loyalty is everything.
@nobodyknowz9197
Loyalty is everything love 💯
@joeyduran3373
For real, you can tell he's so hurt, because he's so solid 🪨🪨🪨
@GhostGhost-tx5bz
Lol y’all a joke. His daughter is a reflection of him. If she views him this way he need to look in the mirror.