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.
Thug Passion
Lil Boosie Lyrics
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I can't stop you from leaving
And ik your heart broke but I can't stop it from bleeding
You breaking down for no reason
Them acusations misleading
Here you go with this tweeting
All cause you caught me cheating
But its cool Gurl
And you just ignite in my fuel Gurl
But then again you will always lose Gurl
Better follow my rules Gurl
Wanna be specific
Other bops can't reach my limits
I spit game with big flamed, Shout out to my denist
I got racks lutenits
Lil Boosie's song Thug Passion is a rap song that explores the complexities of a romantic relationship that is falling apart. The lyrics reveal the rapper's vulnerability as he tries to comprehend the reasons for his partner's departure. He acknowledges her pain with the line "I know your heart broke but I can't stop it bleeding," indicating that he understands that he was the cause of her suffering but he cannot undo the damage. However, he also acknowledges his partner's role in the relationship's demise, suggesting that some of the accusations leveled against him were misleading.
In the following lines, Lil Boosie addresses his partner's reaction to his infidelity, recording "But it's cool Gurl cause I'm cooler than my jewels Gurl." He attempts to mitigate his partner's hurt feelings by suggesting that he is a bigger catch than his material possessions. Lil Boosie seeks to assert his dominance over his partner by emphasizing his superiority and implying that she will never win in their relationship. He goes on to say "Better follow my rules Gurl," implying that she has been disobedient and has failed to adhere to his terms.
Overall, the lyrics of Thug Passion are introspective and honest, exploring themes of pain, infidelity, gender dynamics, and power struggles within romantic relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
And I can't see you go but
I don't want you to leave me but I can't control your decision to go.
I can't stop you from leaving
I have no power to stop you from leaving me.
And ik your heart broke but I can't stop it from bleeding
I know your heart is hurting but I cannot heal it for you.
You breaking down for no reason
You're falling apart even though there's no good reason for it.
Them acusations misleading
The accusations against me are not true.
Here you go with this tweeting
You're using social media to express your grievances with me.
All cause you caught me cheating
You found out that I was unfaithful to you.
But its cool Gurl
It's all good.
Cause I'm cooler than my jewels Gurl
I'm so cool that even my expensive jewelry can't compare.
And you just ignite in my fuel Gurl
You fuel me with your emotions and reactions.
But then again you will always lose Gurl
In our relationship, I will always come out on top.
Better follow my rules Gurl
You need to follow my guidelines if you want to be with me.
Wanna be specific
I want to clarify something.
Other bops can't reach my limits
Other women can't measure up to what I require.
I spit game with big flamed, Shout out to my denist
I have a way with words and a dazzling smile, thanks to my dentist.
I got racks lutenits
I have a lot of money.
Contributed by Layla R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.