Beef
Lil Wayne Lyrics


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Huh
What?
What?
Let's go, nigga (where you at, Wheezy?)

You liable to catch me speedin' up the six, or beatin' up a chick
Or standin' over a stove, sweatin', heatin' up a brick
And we keep the hustlin' slick, and got clips like bananas
We twist the bandanas, and spit at niggas with cannons
We ran in habitats with masks and plastic gats
Stormin' through the house, screamin', "Where's this bastard's crack?"
I flash the MAC in front of your gal and make her tell
Like, "Slut, where's the yay, or I'ma pop one in your grill"
It's Lil Wayne, nigga, blast and bang triggers
Play with my change, then I'm gon' have to bang niggas
I bag the caine quicker, and sprinkle like rain, nigga
Flood the ave quick with the quarters and halves, nigga
If you out, you can find me on the street with the work
If it's a drought, you can find me on the street with the work
Never slip, I empty half a clip deep in your shirt
And put your whole clique deep in the dirt
Smell me?

Who wan' beef with 'em?
Who wan' creep with 'em?
And when it comes down to guns, nigga, I sleep with 'em
See, we can sweep with 'em 'cause it get deep with 'em
And when it comes down to drugs, I'm in the streets with 'em
Who wan' beef with 'em?
Who wan' creep with 'em?
And when it comes down to guns, nigga, I sleep with 'em
See, we can sweep with 'em 'cause it get deep with 'em
And when it comes down to drugs, I'm in the streets with 'em

Look
I'm the youngest Hot Boy on the field with heaters
Let my nine-millimeters kill your peoples
Bust up in your house and put the gun to lil' Renita
Give me the yay, or else I'ma put her in her sneakers
Wow (wow, wow) you can catch me in all black with no smile
Me, Turk, Geezy, and 'Nile, chicka-pow
How come these niggas keep burnin' the world?
And why the hell this nigga Wheezy keep spermin' your girl?
Turnin' the wheel on the orange or teal Bentley drop
Then I'ma put that up and hop in the van and hit your block
Tell your mom to get the cops 'cause y'all gon' need 'em
When you see them bullets that my Glock pop, y'all gon' eat 'em
See this for all my niggas in the pen, I hope for freedom
And this for all my niggas buyin' bricks, I got 'em cheaper
Keep a nigga quiet as a mouse when I come
Wayne number one Hot Boy, hot as the sun, you smell me?

Who wan' beef with 'em?
Who wan' creep with 'em?
And when it comes down to guns, nigga, I sleep with 'em
See, we can sweep with 'em 'cause it get deep with 'em
And when it comes down to drugs, I'm on the streets with 'em
Who wan' beef with 'em?
Who wan' creep with 'em?
'Cause when it comes down to guns, nigga, I sleep with 'em
See, we can sweep with 'em 'cause it get deep with 'em
And when it comes down to drugs, I'm on the streets with 'em

Nasty case, nigga run up in your crib, crash the place
Mask the face, automatic attach to waist
You bastards play? Then it get awful and bad
There will be no more walkin' for dad, and it's off with your head
And they gon' either get it right, or they get it at night
And when they spit, it lick his ass twice like twenty damn dice
Henny and ice is what I prefer, but light on the rocks
I pack them clips tight on them Glocks and light up your block
And if there's coke involved, then your throat's involved
I get the toaster and roll up and smoke most of y'all
Me and my nigga Super Sosa, run up in your crib
While your grandma watchin' Oprah, gag her up and rope her
If you wan' grudge, chances slim like Ethiopia
If you want drugs, I got more flavors than Fruitopia
Recognize it's real and nothin' other than that
'Cause one from the MAC'll have blood coverin' your back, huh

Who wan' beef with 'em?
Who wan' creep with 'em?
And when it comes down to guns, nigga, I sleep with 'em
See, we can sweep with 'em 'cause it get deep with 'em
And when it comes down to drugs, I'm in the streets with 'em
Who wan' beef with 'em?
Who wan' creep with 'em?
'Cause when it comes down to guns, nigga, I sleep with 'em
See, we can sweep with 'em 'cause it get deep with 'em
And when it comes down to drugs, I'm on the streets with 'em
Who wan' beef with 'em?
Who wan' creep with 'em?
'Cause when it comes down to guns, nigga, I sleep with 'em
See, we can sweep with 'em 'cause it get deep with 'em
And when it comes down to drugs, I'm on the streets with 'em
Who wan' beef with 'em?
Who wan' creep with 'em?
'Cause when it comes down to guns, nigga, I sleep with 'em
See, we can sweep with 'em 'cause it get deep with 'em
And when it comes down to drugs, I'm on the streets with 'em





Who wan' beef with a nigga? Creep with a nigga?
When it comes down to guns, look, I sleep with them triggers

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Lil Wayne's song Beef depict the life of a drug dealer living a fast, dangerous life. The rapper boasts about his ability to speed in his car, beat up women, and cook cocaine. Additionally, he talks about the firearms he owns and how he and his associates have stormed into people's homes in search of drugs. Lil Wayne's lyrics portray a life where violence is commonplace, and he is willing to shoot anyone that poses a threat to him. The hook of the song repeatedly asks who wants beef, who wants to cause trouble with Lil Wayne or his crew. He takes pride in his lifestyle and appears unafraid of the law.


Although the lyrics are controversial, they depict Lil Wayne's struggle to establish himself as a successful rapper, and he finds himself flaunting his wealth, dangerous friends, and criminal activities. The line, "If you out, you can find me on the street with the work, if it's a drought, you can find me on the street with the work," is clear evidence of the rapper's attempt to solidify his position in the rap game.


Overall, Beef exhibits the violence and the dangers associated with the drug trade. Lil Wayne talks about the violence that he has experienced while dealing with others who want to undermine his credibility, which leads him to be even more ruthless. It aids in creating his persona as a gangsta rapper, bringing his listeners into a world of darkness and crime.


Line by Line Meaning

Check
Taking a moment to assess the situation


Huh
Expressing confusion or surprise


What?
Asking for clarification or further explanation


Let's go, nigga (Where you at, Wheezy?)
Ready to take action, calling out to Lil Wayne


You liable to catch me speedin' up the six, or beatin' up a chick
I am unpredictable and could be doing anything at any given time


or standin' over a stove, sweatin', heatin' up a brick
I am involved in drug trafficking and am working on a large amount of drugs


And we keep the hustlin' slick, and got clips like bananas
We are skilled at what we do and have plenty of weapons at our disposal


We twist the bandanas, and spit at niggas with cannons
We are affiliated with a gang and are not afraid to use violence to protect ourselves


We ran in habitats with masks and plastic gats
We have committed robberies and wear masks to conceal our identities


Stormin' through the house, screamin', 'Where's this bastard's crack?!!'
We are searching for drugs and are willing to use force to get what we want


I flash the mack in front of your gal and make her tell
I use intimidation to get information from someone's girlfriend


Like, 'Slut! Where's the yay, or I'ma pop one in your grill!'
I am willing to use violence to get what I want


It's Lil Wayne, nigga - blast and bang triggas
I am not afraid to use guns and will shoot if necessary


Pay with my change, then I'm gon' have to bang niggas
If someone tries to cheat me out of money, I will use violence to get what is owed to me


I bag the caine quicker, and sprinkle like rain, nigga
I am very efficient at drug trafficking and am making a lot of money doing it


Flood the av quick with the quarters and halves, nigga
I am selling a large amount of drugs on the street


If you out, you can find me on the street with the work
I am always available for drug deals


If it's a drought, you can find me on the street with the work
Even when drugs are scarce, I have a supply


Never slip - I empty half a clip deep in your shirt
I am always prepared for violence and will shoot first if threatened


And put your whole clique deep in the dirt
I am not afraid to use violence against multiple people at once


Smell me?
Do you understand what I am saying?


(Hook-2x [Lil Wayne]) Who wan' beef with 'em? Who wan' creep with 'em? And when it comes down to guns, nigga, I sleep with 'em See, we can sweep with 'em 'cause it get deep with 'em And when it comes down to drugs, I'm on the streets with 'em
Who wants to start a fight or try to sneak up on me? I am always armed and ready to defend myself. I am always on the streets selling drugs or looking for drugs to sell.


Look I'm the youngest Hot Boy on the field with heaters
I am young but I am skilled with guns


Let my nine-millimeters kill your peoples
I am willing to kill anyone who gets in my way


Bust up in your house and put the gun to lil' Renita
I am not afraid to use violence against innocent people to get what I want


Give me the yay, or else I'ma put her in her sneakers
I am using Renita's safety as leverage to get drugs from you


Wow (wow, wow) you can catch me in all black with no smile
I am always dressed in black and do not show emotion


Me, Turk, Geezy, and 'Nile - chicka-POW!
I am listing off members of my gang


How come these niggaz keep burnin the world?
I am questioning the corrupt state of the world


and why the hell this nigga Wheezy keep firmin your girl?
I am making a crude joke about Lil Wayne sleeping with someone else's girlfriend


Turnin the wheel on the orange and teal Bentley drop
I am driving an expensive car


Then I'ma put that up and hop in the van and hit your block
I am willing to use any vehicle necessary to carry out my business operations


Tell your mom to get the cops cause y'all gon' need 'em
I am warning you that bad things are about to happen


When you see them bullets that my glock pop, y'all gon' eat 'em
If you cross me, you will face the consequences


See this for all my niggaz in the pen, I hope for freedom
I am thinking of my friends who are in jail and hope they are released


And this for all my niggaz buyin bricks, I got 'em cheaper
I am offering to sell drugs at a lower price to my associates


Keep a nigga quiet as a mouse when I come
I am very intimidating and people are afraid to speak up when I am around


Wayne number one Hot Boy, hot as the sun - ya smell me?
I am the best in my group and very powerful


(Hook [Lil Wayne]) 'cause when it comes down to guns, nigga, I sleep with 'em
I am always ready to defend myself with a weapon


Nasty case, nigga run up in your crib, crash the place
I am willing to commit violent crimes in order to get what I want


Mask the face, automatic attach to waist
I cover my face and always have a gun ready to use


You bastards play? Then it get awful and bad
If someone tries to mess with me, things will turn ugly quickly


There will be no more walkin for dad, and it's off with your head
I am capable of lethal violence and will not hesitate to use it


And they gon' either get it right, or they get it at night
People will either do what I want or face my wrath


And when they spit, it lick his ass twice like 20 damn dice
If someone disrespects me, they will face the consequences


Henny and ice is what I prefer, but light on the rocks
I like to drink Hennessy and ice, but not with too much ice


I pack them clips tight on them glocks and light up your block
I am not afraid to use guns and will shoot to intimidate others


And if there's coke involved, then your throat's involved
I am involved in drug trafficking and am willing to use violence to protect my business


I get the toaster and roll up and smoke most of y'all
I am willing to kill those who get in my way


Me and my nigga, Super Sosa, run up in your crib while your grandma watchin Oprah, jag her up and rope her
I am willing to commit violent crimes against innocent people to get what I want


If you wan' grudge, chances slim like Ethiopia
If you have a problem with me, chances are you will not win


If you want drugs, I got more flavors than Fruitopia
I have a wide variety of drugs for sale


Recognize it's real and nuttin udder than that
Understand that everything I say is the truth


Cause one from the mac'll have blood coverin your back, ha?
If I shoot you with my gun, you will be covered in blood.


(Hook-4x [Lil Wayne]) Who wan' beef with a nigga? Creep with a nigga? When it comes down to guns, look, I sleep with them triggas
Who wants to start a fight or try to sneak up on me? I am always armed and ready to defend myself.




Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Byron Thomas, Dwayne Carter

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Comments from YouTube:

@ourproblems.oursolutions.4791

It hurts my heart to see the way things went down. Wayne stayed even tho everyone else left and birdman held him against his will. Family issues are never easy.

@Rome6601

Cap

@ShowTymeDollarS850

Which one is it.. Wayne stayed or was held against his will.. when money involved family just a word.. money is the motive.. not family

@herbgotti6028

Right ๐Ÿ’ฏ

@herbgotti6028

@$howTyme Dollar$ He stayed when the Hotboys & Mannie left but was held against his will later down the line during the Carter 5 time when he wanted out๐Ÿ’ฏ RESPECTFULLY

@tvmi_1107

Is My music fire ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ

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@ddbangtannim2270

When this beef happened in 2015, I was always on Wayne's side. He was always about making music and telling his story, and all Birdman was about is money. I'm happy Wayne and Baby squashed their beef and Wayne is doing better noe with his music and Young Money.

@9sssss

Wayne fathered 99% of rappers. He has so many styles they just take a small piece and make a career out of it. Wayne been around like 30 years and still killin it!

@Johnnyboy-bo1cp

You must be very old. Heโ€™s a drug addicted rapper, nothing like j.cole

@sibusisoenockcebekhulu9318

this beef changed everything, hip hop was never the same

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