Big Brother
Lil Twist Lyrics


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[Intro:]
Yea
Lil Wayne
I Love You Big Bro, I Mean That

[Verse 1:]
Uh Yea I'm running for the finish line trying to be like big bro he a mastermind well guess what kid I'm a master mine, Practice make perfect so I manage time, to take an hour out a day, recite a line yea an hour or two, Young Gudda like no otha Weezy my big brother I swear to god I love ya, I never let you down, used to not make a sound now I'm Young Money and we run this town and you my Hova, I'm Kanye I'm a make it to the grammys boy some day (Some day) ha I'm taking off on this runway, one way, one day, it's cool yea I made grade A now I'm Young Money boy till the kid lay
[Chorus:]
You know that I'll never let you down, Work hard all day won't you give me a crown, What am I gonna do especially with my brother where his mind gone to, see it's Young Mula baby I don't kno about you, Mr. Weezy baby this song is for you

[Verse 2:]
Ha Young Money we care, yea I'm ym till I have no air, neighbors calling in screaming out it's unfair, I even told timberland I ain't going nowhere, what makes you think I'm leaving here, look pain in the eye still no fear, labels giving 360 deals around there, why Weezy put a porshe in my face tell me steer, (Ha) my brother love me and if I step out of line I bet my brother shove me we teach you the other day he taught me taught me how to love me, while I'm sitting here tryna teach him how to dougie, I need to learn something else as long as I got him I'm a learn something else learning about drugs I need to learn something else he told me to do some soul searching so I learned myself

[Chorus:]
You know that I'll never let you down, Work hard all day won't you give me a crown, What am I gonna do especially with my brother where his mind gone to, see it's Young Mula baby I don't kno about you, Mr. Weezy baby this song is for you

[Verse 3:]
Uh Now he got to do time, now I got to fill those months in with grime, so I can show my brother I can shine so when he come home I'm more famous than Einstein I'm running like prime time ain't no way you can stop me, kids say he got an ego he kinda me cocky no I ain't cocky, I'm just Twisty baby 35 'rats around my neck kinda crazy but I love it my brother gave me it I don't ask for nothing but look what I get, yea gifts for nada, hard work gonna pay off proper, I swear like no other Dwayne Michael Carter you my brother just like my dad you my brother from another, and I'm here to tell both of ya that I love ya, Twist

[Chorus:]
You know that I'll never let you down, Work hard all day won't you give me a crown, What am I gonna do especially with my brother where his mind gone to, see it's Young Mula baby I don't kno about you, Mr. Weezy baby this song is for you

[Outro:]
I love you big bro
This song is for you
It's young money




Drake I see you brother, I love you too man
It's Young Money, for life

Overall Meaning

The song "Big Brother" by Lil Twist is a tribute to his mentor and role model Lil Wayne. The first verse of the song expresses how Lil Twist is trying to follow in Lil Wayne's footsteps, as he sees the rapper as a "mastermind." He also acknowledges that he has to work hard, practice and dedicate time to achieve his goals. Lil Twist calls Lil Wayne his big brother and expresses his love and respect for him. He says that he is now part of the Young Money label and together they run the town, where Lil Wayne is his Hova and he is Kanye.


The second verse talks about how Lil Twist is still determined to succeed despite the challenges that come his way. He says that Young Money is like a family, and he will remain loyal to his brother even if he has to face pain along the way. Lil Twist also acknowledges that Lil Wayne is always guiding and teaching him, even as he tries to teach him the latest dance moves. Lil Twist ends the verse by talking about how he will continue to work hard, so that he can make his big brother proud.


Overall, the song "Big Brother" is a heartfelt tribute to Lil Wayne from his protégé. Lil Twist expresses his admiration, respect, and gratitude towards Lil Wayne, whom he views as his role model and friend.


Line by Line Meaning

Yea
Acknowledgment of the start of the song


Lil Wayne
Reference to the artist being a protege of Lil Wayne


I Love You Big Bro, I Mean That
Acknowledgment and respect given to Lil Wayne as a mentor figure


Uh Yea I'm running for the finish line trying to be like big bro he a mastermind well guess what kid I'm a master mine, Practice make perfect so I manage time, to take an hour out a day, recite a line yea an hour or two,
Aspiring to be like Lil Wayne, but also recognizing one's own ability to become successful through hard work and practice


Young Gudda like no otha Weezy my big brother I swear to god I love ya, I never let you down,
Loyalty and gratitude expressed towards Lil Wayne as a mentor and brother figure


used to not make a sound now I'm Young Money and we run this town and you my Hova, I'm Kanye I'm a make it to the grammys boy some day (Some day) ha I'm taking off on this runway, one way, one day, it's cool yea I made grade A now I'm Young Money boy till the kid lay
Acknowledgment of Lil Wayne's influence in one's own success, with Young Money being a prominent label, and aspiring to achieve success like other famous artists


You know that I'll never let you down, Work hard all day won't you give me a crown, What am I gonna do especially with my brother where his mind gone to, see it's Young Mula baby I don't kno about you, Mr. Weezy baby this song is for you
Reiterating the commitment to not disappoint Lil Wayne and expressing respect and gratitude through a song


Ha Young Money we care, yea I'm ym till I have no air, neighbors calling in screaming out it's unfair, I even told timberland I ain't going nowhere, what makes you think I'm leaving here,
Expressing commitment to the Young Money label and Lil Wayne's influence in one's life regardless of criticism or external pressure to leave


labels giving 360 deals around there, why Weezy put a porshe in my face tell me steer,
Commentary on the music industry's practice of giving 360 deals as well as Lil Wayne's influence in showing one how to handle success


my brother love me and if I step out of line I bet my brother shove me we teach you the other day he taught me taught me how to love me,
Acknowledging Lil Wayne's role in providing guidance and discipline in one's life as well as a recent lesson learned about self-love


while I'm sitting here tryna teach him how to dougie, I need to learn something else as long as I got him I'm a learn something else learning about drugs I need to learn something else he told me to do some soul searching so I learned myself
Recognizing an imbalance in the relationship with Lil Wayne where one wants to teach him a new dance, but also recognizing the need to learn new life lessons from him such as avoiding drugs and doing some soul searching


Now he got to do time, now I got to fill those months in with grime, so I can show my brother I can shine so when he come home I'm more famous than Einstein
Acknowledging Lil Wayne's legal trouble and using that as motivation to work hard and achieve success while also expressing ambition to achieve even greater success than an iconic figure like Einstein


kids say he got an ego he kinda me cocky no I ain't cocky, I'm just Twisty baby 35 'rats around my neck kinda crazy but I love it my brother gave me it I don't ask for nothing but look what I get, yea gifts for nada, hard work gonna pay off proper,
Dispelling rumors of having an ego while also acknowledging one's own unique style and circumstances that Lil Wayne has supported and gifted


I swear like no other Dwayne Michael Carter you my brother just like my dad you my brother from another, and I'm here to tell both of ya that I love ya, Twist
Reiteration of the love and respect one feels for Lil Wayne, similar to how one might feel about a father figure


Drake I see you brother, I love you too man, It's Young Money, for life
Shoutout and love expressed for another Young Money artist (Drake) and a reaffirmation of loyalty to the Young Money label




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I remember when this came out, I'm still listening to it!

Issa Fofanah

this song is all about respect. Its a very good song. Keep it up Lil Twist. RESPECT IS EVERYTHING IN THE HOOD!!!!!

manda will

TWIST WENT IN ON THIS, THIS CAME STRAIGHT FROM THE HEART I LISTEN TO IT EVERYDAY AND THINK ABOUT MY BROTERS....HE KILLED THIS

Shauncei Williams

I LOVE THIS SONG I CANT STOP LISTENING TO IT

Isaiah Adams

Lil Twist will always be one of my top favorite rappers.

DRtimmyjimmy007

This is the greatest song :) Love you LiL Twist !!!! :)

al gee

the flow is amazin. the beat is rite. the hook is on fire. twist really out did his self

moismai

These are some really creative lyrics! Much respect, that voice just needs to get deeper but mad props for th lyricism!

dpain510

this shit slap hella hard, big ups! to twist

Divi -

Just amazing!! He really loves his brother!

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