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.
When You Gonna Drop
Lil Boosie Lyrics
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I'm tired of all these bitch ass niggas asking me when I'm gonna drop.
I got you niggas now. Say Mel and T gonna get this shit pressed up
(uh huh ) I'm Ready!
(I'm ready) 'cause I'm tired of these niggas asking me.
[Chorus:]
They like look Boosie when you gonna drop,
Boosie where been nigga I've been on the block at studios,
selling blocks, whatever it takes to make a knot.
[Boosie:]
I ain't fucking with this dubbind shit the whole world loving this
Bow down and suck this dick you are the rap fucking trick
14 15 I told that I had a dream
16 17 I was selling crack to crack fiens
I live this shit so get it right
My phone won't let me sleep at night
My Razor phone is prepaid
Them nextels they like AIDS
They Dangerous, They Gangsterous like all my niggas who hang with us
All my niggas who bang with us well Trill Entertainment change with us
I made you wait until the winter now I got you cold
2006 I'm in this bitch now I got control
Gucci shades that's what I floss with
My bitch don't window shop she goes in and shop for raw shit
I told her outside fuck this
Let's him with a double hit
Me and Lil Weebie we drop more hits that Snoop Dog and Ludacris
You ain't heard about this Boosie shit open you ears
When you open you ears welcome to Phil nigga
Man I've been hot selling out the stores
But always lose my CEO's
Love to fuck with gangsters I don't affiliate with hoes
First I got to do my promo shows that gonna be hell
Gotta do my interview like 50 that gonna make Lil B sell
Gotta ease my mind in with Reese Keese down ATL
Gotta leave the work to B and Trayl for the judge send me to jail
I'm thugged out but you can't tell
Was drugged out now I'm mell
Don't smoke nothing, don't drank nothing
You play me I'm gonna swang something
Since been gonna my feelings gone
Mane they did my nigga wrong
If you think you're the sickest
Confess and say you did it
This album gonna be the sickest
That's on my pops
He put that dang-a-lang in my momma 9 months later I drop
He told never smoke rock
Told me how he hate cops
He watching over be the bad ass drop
Here go bad ass pops
Daddy watch over me the bad ass drop and mama ain't gotta work
no more believe that.
[Chorus x2]
[Verse 2:]
I sick of a nigga with a 100 bricks
Watch Lil Boosie running shit
We dick hoes down for hours
While you one niggas coming quick
We flip these hoes like dominos
Niggas better hide your hoes
We snatch you all hoes out Magic City
And make them hoes get ratchet with it
I'm dicking dicking down south new makeover
And niggas Louisiana takeover
And like Hova I'm versatile
Real niggas gonna retire
I'm be like George Clinton round this bitch spiting that 45
with this little light of mine
I'm gonna shine
You ain't got be featured on my tape I don't need you niggas anyway
All my hoes thong drop
Yeah, I take they thong off
"Boosie when your album drop?"
As soon as you finish swelling
I'm finished thank you
Pull your draws up on your waist
Wipe that shit up out your face
And let's go get an Outback Steak
'cause Bad Ass done dropped today
This what you gonna snatch today
This the sickest dub edition since Tupac done passed away
So you ain't gotta ask today
When I'm coming is you following
This bitch in done with so ask about the Golden Child
Big stacks I'm holding now
Big Gaks I'm buss 'em
Big nights I fuck 'em, hand cuff 'em, 'cause I don't trust 'em
2004 I was balling woah did you see the DVD
I can hear Pimp C hollin about "look at me, look at me"
I'm the spices in the gumbo
I'm the fries at popeyes
I ain't retarded I'm retunto
Compared to no nigga at all
'cause I'm a dog
In the rock I'm a Pit
And I stopping for shit I'm full blooded
All my niggas go fearless from New York to Philly
From Detroit to my State
In Florida I am heavyweight
In Georgia got real estate
California affiliate
Jackson Mississippi got my back like thats my living state
Saint Louis and Mobile they clock steel and pop pills
Savannah Georgia they K kill can forget about J-ville
A-town and D-town they grab keys like rebounds
Arkansas is straight rage
They shoot niggas on stage
Fear payed and chess say
I end you fucking career nigga
Hit you with they steel nigga you wont feel that pill nigga
Can't no rapper fucking with me
Hit you from my way look like Tim Duncan, Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili.
Ask about me if you don't know me and that's off the top
He watching over me the bad ass drop here go bad ass pop!
The song "When You Gonna Drop" by Lil Boosie is a response to those who questioned why he hasn't released new music yet. The lyrics reveal the rapper's frustration with those who constantly ask when he will drop new music. Boosie argues that he has been busy and is focused on making money by selling drugs and engaging in other income-generating activities. He also boasts about his rise in the music industry and his talent as a rapper.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the line "whatever it takes to make a knot", emphasizing that Boosie is focused on earning money and creating financial stability. The verses are full of references to Boosie's life growing up in Louisiana, his experiences in the music industry, his relationships with women, and his struggles with the law. He portrays himself as a tough, streetwise rapper who is not afraid to take on anyone who challenges him.
One interesting fact about this song is that it was released in 2006 as part of Lil Boosie's album "Bad Ass", which was his major-label debut. The album was a commercial success, selling over 300,000 copies in its first week of release. Lil Boosie's popularity continued to grow over the years, and he went on to release several more successful albums.
Another interesting fact about this song is that Lil Boosie has been in and out of prison several times throughout his career. He was first arrested in 2009 on drug and gun charges, and spent several years in prison before being released in 2014. He was arrested again in 2016 on charges of first-degree murder and underwent a highly publicized trial, but was ultimately found not guilty.
The song also features a reference to the late rapper Tupac Shakur, who Lil Boosie considers to be a major influence on his music. He compares the "dub edition" of his album to Tupac's music, and suggests that his new release will be just as influential and groundbreaking.
Despite its controversial subject matter, "When You Gonna Drop" became a fan favorite and contributed to Lil Boosie's growing fame and success. Its lyrics are a prime example of his unique style and ability to connect with audiences through his music.
Chords are unavailable as this song does not have an official chord listing.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm tired of all these bitch ass niggas asking me when I'm gonna drop.
People constantly ask me when I'm releasing my album, and it's starting to frustrate me.
They like look Boosie when you gonna drop, why not Boosie is you're gonna flop nigga, un un.
People are constantly questioning when I'm releasing my album and doubting my ability to succeed.
Boosie where been nigga I've been on the block at studios, selling blocks, whatever it takes to make a knot.
I've been working hard in the studio and the streets, doing whatever it takes to make money and succeed.
I ain't fucking with this dubbind shit the whole world loving this Bow down and suck this dick you are the rap fucking trick.
I'm not interested in making music that's popular but doesn't reflect my true style and personality, and anyone who disagrees can kiss my ass.
14 15 I told that I had a dream 16 17 I was selling crack to crack fiens I live this shit so get it right.
I've been hustling and chasing my dreams since I was a teenager, and this is my life.
Them nextels they like AIDS They Dangerous, They Gangsterous like all my niggas who hang with us All my niggas who bang with us well Trill Entertainment change with us.
My crew and I are dangerous and gangsta, just like our old Nextel phones, and Trill Entertainment will always be down with us.
I made you wait until the winter now I got you cold 2006 I'm in this bitch now, I got control.
I purposely delayed the release of my album until now, and I'm finally in control of my music and my career.
Me and Lil Weebie we drop more hits that Snoop Dog and Ludacris You ain't heard about this Boosie shit open your ears.
My collaborator Lil Weebie and I are producing more hits than rap legends like Snoop Dog and Ludacris, and everyone should pay attention to our music.
I'm thugged out but you can't tell Was drugged out now I'm mell Don't smoke nothing, don't drank nothing You play me I'm gonna swang something.
I used to be addicted to drugs and lived a thugged-out lifestyle, but now I'm clean and mellowed out. However, anyone who crosses me is going to face consequences.
I sick of a nigga with a 100 bricks Watch Lil Boosie running shit We dick hoes down for hours While you one niggas coming quick.
I'm tired of hearing about other rappers with drugs and money, because I'm the real boss. I also have no trouble pleasing women, unlike other guys who finish quickly.
We flip these hoes like dominos Niggas better hide your hoes We snatch you all hoes out Magic City And make them hoes get ratchet with it.
We treat women like objects and can easily get them to do whatever we want, so other guys should be careful with their women. We also like to party at Magic City and get wild with the ladies.
I'm dicking dicking down south new makeover And niggas Louisiana takeover And like Hova I'm versatile Real niggas gonna retire I'm be like George Clinton round this bitch spiting that 45 with this little light of mine I'm gonna shine.
I'm changing up my style and showing off my versatility, just like Jay-Z. I'm going to shine and prove that I'm the best, and real rappers will eventually retire. My music is like George Clinton's, with my own unique style and message.
All my hoes thong drop Yeah, I take they thong off 'Boosie when your album drop?' As soon as you finish swelling
Women are obsessed with me and throw themselves at me. I'm tired of people asking me when my album is releasing, but it will be soon once I'm done taking care of business.
And let's go get an Outback Steak 'cause Bad Ass done dropped today This what you gonna snatch today This the sickest dub edition since Tupac done passed away
Let's celebrate the release of my album by going to Outback Steakhouse. This is the best album since Tupac died, and everyone should check it out.
So you ain't gotta ask today When I'm coming is you following This bitch in done with so ask about the Golden Child Big stacks I'm holding now Big Gaks I'm buss 'em Big nights I fuck 'em, hand cuff 'em, 'cause I don't trust 'em.
Stop asking me when my album is coming out, just follow me and stay updated. I have plenty of money and weapons to handle my business, and I don't trust anyone, not even women I sleep with.
Compared to no nigga at all 'cause I'm a dog In the rock I'm a Pit And I stopping for shit I'm full blooded All my niggas go fearless from New York to Philly From Detroit to my State In Florida I am heavyweight In Georgia got real estate California affiliate Jackson Mississippi got my back like thats my living state Saint Louis and Mobile they clock steel and pop pills Savannah Georgia they K kill can forget about J-ville A-town and D-town they grab keys like rebounds Arkansas is straight rage They shoot niggas on stage
I'm the strongest and most fearless rapper out there, and I have loyal fans everywhere. I have real estate in many states and supporters who will always have my back. Some places, like Arkansas, are more dangerous than others and people get shot, but it's still my territory.
Fear payed and chess say I end you fucking career nigga Hit you with they steel nigga you wont feel that pill nigga Can't no rapper fucking with me Hit you from my way look like Tim Duncan, Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili.
I'm not afraid to use violence to end another rapper's career, and I have no competition. I can hit people from far away and it's like I'm the Spurs basketball team all rolled into one.
He watching over me the bad ass drop here go bad ass pop!
My late father is looking down on me and my album release. This is my tribute to him and his legacy.
Lyrics Β© Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JEREMY ALLEN, JEREMY VARNARD ALLEN, TORENCE HATCH
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Deelow CV
Man I remember being 10 years old & hearing my cuzzins playing this over n over. 14 years later here I am again, playing it over & over πͺπΎ
Baton Hood
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D J
this should be his intro for every album he drop
Marlon Gaines
Facts
Cooking with Jarious
Nigga hurt that track
Daniel Smith
The hardest debut album intro by any rapper
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Facts
Hunter Stevens
Well said and agreed π
Darius Williams
I know this intro off the top of my head!! #Die Hard Boosie Fan! π―π―π―π―πͺπΏπ―