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.
big dog
Lil Boosie Lyrics
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The lyrics to Lil Boosie's song "Big Dog" depict and celebrate the extravagant lifestyle of a "big dog" - someone who exudes power, wealth, confidence, and success. Boosie raps about the different aspects of his life that make him a big dog - the expensive cars, guns, jewelry, and clothes that he possesses, the women that he attracts and spoils, the respect and loyalty he commands from his followers, and his skill and fame on the microphone. Boosie also contrasts the big dog life with the shortcomings of those who are not big dogs - people who are broke, gossipy, unprepared for war, or unattractive to women.
Overall, the song serves as an anthem for those who aspire to live like big dogs and as a warning to those who would try to challenge or disrespect them. The braggadocio and confidence in Boosie's delivery also suggest that he has overcome many obstacles and haters to reach his big dog status.
Line by Line Meaning
If u aint got shit on your vehicle and a pocket full of money wit a big ol' pistol u aint no big dog nigga..
If you don't have visible signs of wealth and power, such as expensive cars and guns, you cannot claim to be a successful and powerful person.
If yo girl aint got her hair fixed and all she do is gossip,the problem she aint got no big dog that got her..
If your girlfriend is not well-groomed and only engages in petty talk, it means that she does not have a wealthy and influential man looking after her.
If yo block aint got dat fire and yo soldiers aint gon ride, that mean they big dog jive..
If your neighborhood lacks motivation and your associates are not willing to go to extremes in support of each other, that means they are not really powerful and are faking their status.
I got dat big dog 45 wit tha spinners and im stuntin, and when im outta town man im still gettin money. That's a boss.
I own an impressive .45 caliber gun with expensive rim wheels, and whenever I travel, I come back richer. That's the sign of a true leader.
I payed a big dog cost, i got a big dog mouth. Bad Azz up in diamonds i barely could talk.
I have paid a lot of money to be recognized as a powerful individual with a great ability to speak out. My jewelry is so expensive that I can barely speak.
I got a mink on ma back wit tha matchin hat.. nextell all black wit tha matchin gat.
I am wearing a luxurious mink coat and hat, and I also have a black Nextel phone that matches my gun.
I got a big dog watch am ticky tock..blue diamonds in that bitch yeah play wit me nah..
I have a very expensive watch with blue diamonds, and if anyone tries to mess with me, they will regret it.
warner brothers tol me boosie i think ya ready right nah..well im a big dog on tha mic im a celebrity nah.
Warner Brothers has recognized my talent and has given me an opportunity to shine. I am a powerful and famous artist known for my skills on the microphone.
You put dem camras on me wohdie u gon see a big dog..if u aint know i been retarded way befo' i met yall..
If you shine the spotlight on me, you can see that I am a powerful and successful individual. I have always been like this, even before meeting you.
in tha mall i big ball wit big boy stacks..ten G's wortha throwbacks, give me tha whole rack..
When I go to the mall, I show off my wealth by making big purchases with cash. I buy ten thousand dollars' worth of vintage clothing without a second thought.
ma nigga bleek call me big dog cat. He in tha streets wit a pocket fulla satch how ima knock em' 4 that..
My friend Bleek calls me 'big dog cat' because I am powerful and successful like a big dog but also sly and quick-thinking like a cat. He is also a supplier of drugs on the streets, and I don't want to lose his support.
we doin big dog things in a big dog way..we at tha superbowl watchin all tha big dog's play and ima big dog, a big dog..
We are achieving great things and acting like powerful individuals. We are watching the Super Bowl, where only the most successful athletes and teams play, and I am one of those successful people.
i move lean like oscar myer, i more hot dog..i watch screens when im chillin on da block dog..i shot call,and i get all ma people 'cause look we all we got dawg fa real..
I am agile and adaptable like a hot dog, and I keep an eye out for danger when I'm hanging out on the block. I am the person in charge and take care of my friends because they are the only ones that matter to me.
gucchi look so sick wit tha matchin lights loui vattan dahn wahn we gon ack tonight..i got dem dogs in the trunk and they trashin right..
I'm wearing expensive Gucci clothes that match the bright lights around me, and I'll be partying all night in fancy clubs. I also keep my dogs in the car, and they are getting riled up.
be on big dog planes..first class me mayne..sit me right on side ghost face and tha wu tang clan..
I fly on luxurious planes reserved only for successful people like myself. I sit next to famous rappers like Ghostface and members of the Wu-Tang Clan.
was happnin low legs.. i see u swervin and ackin..herd u kicked tha habbit now u really livin lavish..
Hey, what's going on? I see you driving carelessly and acting wild. I heard you stopped using drugs and are living a much more luxurious lifestyle.
i got ma hat to tha back like a baseball playa..TRILL ENTERTAINMENT big dog and we takin it there..
I wear my hat backwards like a baseball player, and I'm part of Trill Entertainment, a group that is strong and powerful and will go anywhere to assert its dominance.
Contributed by Samantha N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Shan Dejaun
Still slapping heading into 2022 if God's willing for a brotha ,Bossie shit always gets me hypedπͺ
Kdrashadt Taylor
Facts facts.. o yea and mo facts!!
Terrell Robertson
Boosie
Kelly Parks
Unbelievably unbelievable. Boosie doesn't even take a breath. That's what you call flowin! π
mariah fletcher
Still in 2019 going hard #BringBackTheOldBoosie!! Hearing and feeling the old vibe wit a few of his new things but I love me sum underground boosie music πΆ #BoosieBoo!
BeatDaBlockBass
Grinding to this shit as we speak straight classic Boo! 601 to 225!
Anna-Maria Davis
601 right here!
Joel Michotjr
318/601. I was born on that riva bru
J.B.
This that Boosie I've been missing πͺπͺπͺπ―π―π―π₯π₯π₯π₯
Kentarious Grant
Swear yeen lying bruh we all miss dis boosie