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.
Never Give Up
Lil Boosie Lyrics
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Verse 1
And I never give up my nigga.(And thats a fact). Im built Ford tough my nigga. (From cross da track). I get dat bread my nigga, fuck dem feds my nigga, I cant be scared my nigga, scared mane dead my nigga. I got sum newborn babies, (hey) they dont even kno they daddy rap yet. They aint even got teeth yet. Gotta get g stacks, real facts, make money but I give back, gotta feel that. Like pac Im in da studio all night. Hit for hit on da flight hollin thug life. Need a mansion for my mama, bentleys for the click gotta grind hard and be smart. Nigga hate me or love me Im still a beast. Rap and get money while u rap niggas sleep. I cant quit God sent me here to get it on. Ivy kids, and my kids Im ten strong.
No matter how tough, (no matter how tough) no matter how hard it seem. I never give up, (never give up) Imma always chase my dream. I heard dem niggas in da hood talm bout they dont love me no more (Blood). But on really give a fuck dem niggas kno how I roll.
Verse 2
Do u kno where I come from poverty, where most folk don't work or dont try to be (nothing) . Niggas chasin commodity in da project. Niggas play games so people got a complex. Come from nun so u kno I cant quit mane. Comin up I wanted to be da big mane. Feelings change when u dealing wit dat big change. Gotta get it dut sumtime, bust ya gut sumtime. 90 percent gone turn bitch. That other 10 percent that gone be ya real click. House on the hill just turned 25. Pressure on my shoulder mane I cant quit now. They got it and I want it. They thirsty but Im hungry. God sent me down this bitch to act a donkey. (thank u God). Sometimes I aint givin a fuck. But I put that on my mama, I never give up foreal.
No matter how tough, (no matter how tough) no matter how hard it seem. I never give up, (never give up) Imma always chase my dream. I heard dem niggas in da hood talm bout they dont love me no more (Blood). But on really give a fuck dem niggas kno how I roll.
In the song "Never Give Up" by Lil Boosie, he raps about his determination to keep pursuing his dreams despite facing tough situations. He acknowledges that some people in his community may not support him or love him anymore, but he doesn't care because he knows who he is and how he rolls. He emphasizes that he will never give up, he is built tough like a Ford, and he will continue to chase his dreams and get that money.
In the second verse, Lil Boosie shares where he comes from - poverty and a neighborhood where people don't work or try to succeed. He talks about his desire to be successful and the pressure that comes with it. He acknowledges that not everyone will support him or stick with him, but he will always stay true to his real click. He talks about the hunger and thirst he feels for success, and how he will act like a donkey if needed to achieve his goals.
Overall, the song is an anthem for anyone who has faced difficulties in pursuing their dreams but refuses to give up. It's a message of resilience, determination, and staying true to oneself despite the obstacles.
Line by Line Meaning
No matter how tough, (no matter how tough) no matter how hard it seem. I never give up, (never give up) Imma always chase my dream.
Regardless of how difficult things may get, I will not abandon my aspirations but will strive towards achieving them.
I heard dem niggas in the hood talm bout they dont love me no more (Blood). But on really give a fuck dem niggas kno how I roll.
Despite people gossiping that they no longer have affection towards me, it does not affect me as they are aware of my habits and how I operate.
And I never give up my nigga.(And thats a fact). Im built Ford tough my nigga. (From cross da track). I get dat bread my nigga, fuck dem feds my nigga, I cant be scared my nigga, scared mane dead my nigga.
It is indeed a fact that I do not quit, and like a Ford truck, I am robust and resilient. Despite facing challenges such as being targeted by law enforcement, I still go on since being afraid will only lead to loss.
I got sum newborn babies, (hey) they dont even kno they daddy rap yet. They aint even got teeth yet. Gotta get g stacks, real facts, make money but I give back, gotta feel that. Like pac Im in da studio all night.
Despite having young kids who are yet to know that I am a rapper and lack teeth, I still have to accumulate money, which I use to assist others after earning it. Just as Tupac, I spend my nights in the studio producing music.
Do u kno where I come from poverty, where most folk don't work or dont try to be (nothing) . Niggas chasin commodity in da project. Niggas play games so people got a complex.
I come from a region characterized by poverty, and it is common for individuals not to work or pursue their goals. Also, people in such communities compete over things, which results in people developing insecurities.
Sometimes I aint givin a fuck. But I put that on my mama, I never give up foreal.
Although sometimes I may not appear to care, I swear to my mother that I genuinely never abandon my dreams.
Contributed by Eva K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@clh1292
It’s 2020, I’m running my own business & always coming to this song when it gets tough 💯💯🔥
@zadanteal7385
I stg
@tshirt_factory8061
Motivation
@clh1292
@@tshirt_factory8061 thank you. It’s a must
@byg803
Same, how's the business going?
@alexanderbrowniemanjames513
👑
@adbotvt.o.e7394
I swear this nigga be speaking the REALEST SHIT... B.G was my #1 since a kid.. And now its You.. And yall Homies so make it even better for me.. REAL RECOGNIZE REAL.. #Salute #FLORIDA #954 #Broward we been rockin wit u since Day 1... And then you sign Koly.. a nigga from my neck of the woods. #TooREAL
@adbotvt.o.e7394
This song assures me that I would never stop pursing anything that I want..
@dukebronson6650
Adbo TV T.O.E dam bro you gave me strength along with this song mane I salute you 💪🏽💯. I'm just youngin who lost his Nana but like my mama. Thought I was dead myself after that.
@cheralynnjohnson1396
Been my motivation song since high school now almost done with college. Song pushed me through my hard times when I felt like giving up. Love ya boosie. ♡