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Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr. (born September 27, 1982 in New Orleans, Louisiana), better known by his stage name Lil Wayne, is an American rapper. Formerly a member of the rap group the Hot Boys, he joined the Cash Money Records collective as a teenager. Get It How U Live, released in 1997, was Lil Wayne's first album with Hot Boys, and Tha Block is Hot, his solo debut, came out in 1999.
After gaining fame with two other albums in the early 2000s, Lil Wayne reached higher popularity with 2004's Tha Carter and its two subsequent albums Tha Carter II (2005) and Tha Carter III (2008). He earned various accolades following Tha Carter III, including being nominated for eight Grammy Awards. He released a rock album titled Rebirth in 2010.
Hard Times
Lil Wayne Lyrics
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I must be some kind of creature if they're having fears
Hard times
There's no love to be found
I'm feeling like a black Democrat
Barack Obama the only nigga that can catch Osama
Spray lambas and get good head and fuck fly bitches with no covenant
Ask the republicans how crack cocaine get smuggled in
Watch them throw they hands up and say it wasn't them
As for rap, this is my lyrical asthma attack
It's all I know, the guns, the cash, the dro
Fidel Castro on my own right, capone like
My fioso been franky on the low pro
Drop top Bentley, chromed out semi
Two ran in popular demand like the first penny
My order more PK, wrist saying kinda deep
Throw DJ quake, tell em other niggas to taste this
Who the buck 50 what's coming out the speakers
Got every video bitch scared the fuck of me
Having hard times
There's no love to be found
Having hard times
There no love to be found
Shit gangster to the core
Ain't no rap flame paint your kitchen floor
What you, you can't ignore
Things you endure went up against the board
All I heardrd was easy don't feel me no more
I heard your bullshit I play matador
I'm outta category I ain't there with you
I got a positive vibe I ain't scared of yours
Hit the kid nigga they've never did it wrong
I got a girl so fine her name Perrignon
She know how to get them thangs and carry on
I blow outta town when gas is outta town
Uptown in the building how that sounds
Cause killas don't get dirty about
They get whispered about and get murdered about boi
Having hard times
There's no love to be found
Having hard times
There no love to be found
You got it on your mind look daddy say something
All I played buttoned get your face buttoned up
And now when you smirk you look like Jay Z's shirt
Sippin on turf
Give them hard taking tampons
Shot of patron and don
The ones trained get ran on my crew hard
Louis V sweaters on the boulevard
Poor niggas cars throw up signs and bang on
They call me JR I tell em come holla
I tell my poppa put away your dollars your son got choppers
And if you get enemy's your son got enemies that uptown energy
Niggas ain't never gon be on my level
Get a shovel dig a hole
Bitch impala with he devil you an acquired hustler
I'm a 80's baby for real born in 79 and ready to kill
Having hard times
There's no love to be found
Having hard times
There no love to be found
In these lyrics, Lil Wayne is expressing his feelings of exclusion and isolation. He believes that he is not wanted by others, but they refuse to admit it. He compares himself to a mysterious creature that evokes fear in those around him. The phrase "hard times" is repeated throughout the song, symbolizing the lack of love or support he feels from others. It suggests that he is going through a difficult period in his life where he feels rejected and alone.
The lyrics also touch on political themes, particularly referencing former President Barack Obama and his achievements. Lil Wayne praises Obama for being the only person capable of catching Osama bin Laden and criticizes the Republican party for their involvement in the crack cocaine trade. He also alludes to his own involvement in a life of crime and violence, describing it as his "lyrical asthma attack." This suggests that his experiences in the streets and his hardship have shaped his identity and fueled his artistic expression.
Further in the lyrics, Lil Wayne claims his authenticity as a gangster rapper. He boasts about his street credibility, promising to bring a raw and unfiltered perspective. He portrays himself as unaffected by the disapproval of others, stating that he doesn't care if people don't understand or appreciate his music. He asserts that he is in a different category and has a positive mindset that sets him apart from others who may criticize him.
The last section of the lyrics mentions Lil Wayne's encounters with violence and the street life. He describes the rough environment he grew up in, asserting that he is accustomed to it and not afraid of his enemies. He refers to himself as a hustler, indicating that he is willing to do whatever it takes to succeed, even if it means engaging in illegal activities. The lyrics end with Lil Wayne proclaiming his determination to rise above his circumstances and deliver his unique perspective on life through his music, emphasizing his challenging journey and the hard times he has faced.
Line by Line Meaning
They don't seem to want me but they won't admit
Despite not showing it, they do not want me.
I must be some kind of creature if they're having fears
They must view me as a fearful creature.
Hard times
Times are tough and challenging.
There's no love to be found
There is a lack of love and support.
I'm feeling like a black Democrat
I feel like a marginalized individual, politically aligned with the Democrats.
Barack Obama the only nigga that can catch Osama
Barack Obama, the only person capable of accomplishing difficult tasks.
Spray lambas and get good head and fuck fly bitches with no covenant
Engaging in reckless behavior and intimate relationships with attractive women.
Only the kitchen oven and rules to the government
Limited options and the constraints of societal rules.
Ask the republicans how crack cocaine get smuggled in
Questioning the involvement of Republicans in drug trafficking.
Watch them throw they hands up and say it wasn't them
Observing Republicans deny any association with illegal activities.
As for rap, this is my lyrical asthma attack
In the realm of rap, my lyrics are powerful and intense.
It's all I know, the guns, the cash, the dro
My familiarity lies in guns, money, and drugs.
Fidel Castro on my own right, capone like
I possess characteristics similar to Fidel Castro and Al Capone.
My fioso been franky on the low pro
My associates have been discreet and secretive about their activities.
Drop top Bentley, chromed out semi
Driving a luxurious convertible Bentley with a chrome-finished semi-automatic weapon.
Two ran in popular demand like the first penny
Two individuals highly sought after, much like valuable currency.
My order more PK, wrist saying kinda deep
My drug order increased, and my expensive wrist accessories reflect my wealth.
Throw DJ quake, tell em other niggas to taste this
I endorse DJ Quake and encourage others to experience his work.
Who the buck 50 what's coming out the speakers
Defining the intense music blasting from the singers.
Got every video bitch scared the fuck of me
I intimidate all the women in music videos.
Shit gangster to the core
This situation is undeniably hardcore and criminal.
Ain't no rap flame paint your kitchen floor
The rap music is so intense it could set your kitchen on fire.
What you, you can't ignore
You cannot overlook or dismiss this.
Things you endure went up against the board
The hardships you face when confronted with challenges.
All I heard was easy don't feel me no more
Everyone claims that I have become too successful and unrelatable.
I heard your bullshit I play matador
I acknowledge your lies but confidently navigate through them.
I'm outta category I ain't there with you
I don't fit into any defined category, I stand apart.
I got a positive vibe I ain't scared of yours
I possess a confident and optimistic energy, unaffected by your negativity.
Hit the kid nigga they've never did it wrong
Attack the young individuals who have not yet experienced failure.
I got a girl so fine her name Perrignon
I have an exceptionally attractive girlfriend named Perrignon.
She know how to get them thangs and carry on
My girlfriend is skilled in retrieving illegal items and continues despite challenges.
I blow outta town when gas is outta town
I leave town when necessary resources are scarce.
Uptown in the building how that sounds
Being present in the uptown area, making a significant impact.
Cause killas don't get dirty about
True killers maintain a clean, professional image.
They get whispered about and get murdered about boi
Whispered rumors and eventual murder surround true killers.
Give them hard taking tampons
Provide them with tough, challenging situations to handle.
Shot of patron and don
The mixture of tequila and cocaine.
The ones trained get ran on my crew hard
Our well-trained team encounters significant difficulties.
Louis V sweaters on the boulevard
Wearing expensive Louis Vuitton sweaters while out in public.
Poor niggas cars throw up signs and bang on
Impoverished individuals display signs of distress and assert their presence.
They call me JR I tell em come holla
Referring to oneself as JR and inviting others to engage in conversation.
I tell my poppa put away your dollars your son got choppers
Advising my father to save his money while highlighting my possession of firearms.
And if you get enemy's your son got enemies that uptown energy
If you encounter enemies, rest assured that your son possesses the fierce energy of the uptown area.
Niggas ain't never gon be on my level
Others cannot reach the same level of success as me.
Get a shovel dig a hole
If you disagree, prepare to face the consequences.
Bitch impala with he devil you an acquired hustler
Referring to a woman as a deceptive individual who associates with dangerous individuals.
I'm a 80's baby for real born in 79 and ready to kill
Being born in 1979, I am part of the 80s generation and prepared to excel.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Jayceon Terrell Taylor, Dwayne Carter
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Harry Amonoo
Took me 20 minutes to find this banger man. Still wavy
Eric Johnson
Who else is still listening in 2019, holy nostalgia
Kaine 👻
🤙🏻
TrapZ _YT
Hey
SufyMax
Damn i remember lsnin to this in a school bus early morning
Jonathan Scott
I was a hole teen listening to this shit
Empire Bike Club
my nigga on some common shit
Rich
07'
ATLFRANCO
First?