Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr. (born September … Read Full Bio ↴Did you mean: Lil' Wayne
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.
Know You Know
Lil Wayne Lyrics
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Steal a show, she still a hoe, yeah
She steal a show, she still a hoe
Yeah, ha
Tony
Check the vernacular
It ain't no room, so she lapping up
In a Tom Ford and I'm blacking up
In a Maybach and I'm backing up
Either protect or attacking us
I just might buy her a Acura
Tell her to drive it to Africa
This how a rich nigga take the trash out
But I'm not a janitor
I'm an ex drug dealer
Get a rush when the egg sizzle
Pocket full of dead people
She mine, I don't share people
If the feds watch me they can see how many times I done fed people
I hit, but I can't date you baby
You on the side, like a baked potato
A lil' crazy, I don't wanna change you
If you a car, I would candy paint you
That's a bar, that's an indicator
Deep breath, hyperventilation
Shorty gon' share that throat (dope)
She got the best, let's vote
And nigga, if you know your hoe
That hoe a hoe
You know that hoe gon' hoe for sure
For sure, for sure
She up next and she finna blow
Still the same hoe
Kissing on you with the same throat
If you know you know, that hoe a hoe
That hoe is still gon' hoe for sure
For sure, for sure
She up next and she finna blow
She still the same hoe
Kissing on you with the same throat
Shorty not a thief, but steal a show, but she still a hoe
I'm a need a million dollar bitch, and a million more
She know I'm a million dollar nigga, with a million hoes
Chillin' way up in my condominium on the millionth floor
She say that these niggas broke, they make her sick, she healing slow
She say she sick and tired of being sick and tired like Mystikal
I got cash from years ago
I ball 'til my Achilles tore
You say you stackin' money to the roof, lil' boy, your ceiling low
She been catching feelings, though
Well all my bitches like Siri, though
I don't believe in no miracles
She swallow my bacterial
I fucked your hoe, conduct your hoe
You don't believe it, there's video
That ain't your hoe, that was your hoe
She just a hoe, she been a hoe
And nigga, if you know your hoe
That hoe a hoe
You know that hoe gon' hoe for sure
For sure, for sure
She up next and she finna blow
Still the same hoe
Kissing on you with the same throat
If you know you know, that hoe a hoe
You know that hoe gon' hoe for sure
For sure, for sure
She up next and she finna blow
Still the same hoe
Kissing on you with the same throat
Lil' mama not no thief, (she not no thief) she not no thief
Steal a show, but she still a hoe, yeah
She steal a show, but she still a hoe, yeah
I just might buy her a Acura
Tell her to drive it to Africa (what?)
In Lil Wayne's song "Know You Know," featuring 2 Chainz, the lyrics explore the complex relationship between a woman who is not a thief but embraces her promiscuity and the perspectives of men who are familiar with her lifestyle. The repetition of the phrase "she not no thief, she not no thief" emphasizes that the woman is not a thief but is instead stealing attention and dominating the stage, figuratively speaking. However, the men still label her as a "hoe" and acknowledge her tendency to engage in promiscuous behavior.
The verse highlights how the woman's actions and reputation do not affect her prospects for success. The references to wealth and luxury, such as the Tom Ford clothing and Maybach car, illustrate the lavish lifestyle she embraces. The line "This how a rich nigga take the trash out" suggests that even mundane tasks become glamorous when performed by someone with financial power. Lil Wayne also talks about his own background as an ex-drug dealer and his attraction to dangerous situations, further emphasizing his contrasting perspective.
The lyrics also touch on themes of possessiveness and objectification. Lil Wayne claims the woman as his own and states, "She mine, I don't share people." However, the lyrics also suggest a level of detachment as he talks about having multiple encounters for his own satisfaction without emotional involvement.
Overall, "Know You Know" explores the dynamics of power, wealth, and sexual relationships in a provocative and explicit manner. It delves into the perceptions and judgments society often places on women who embrace their sexuality.
Line by Line Meaning
Lil' mama not no thief, she not no thief
Although she may not steal things, she is still promiscuous.
Steal a show, she still a hoe, yeah
Even though she may impress people, she is still promiscuous.
She steal a show, she still a hoe
Her ability to captivate an audience does not change the fact that she is promiscuous.
Tony
This line serves as an ad-lib and does not contribute directly to the deeper meaning of the song.
Check the vernacular
Pay attention to the language and speech patterns used.
It ain't no room, so she lapping up
There is no space for others, so she takes advantage of the situation.
Shawty a blood, and I'm Dracula
She is like family, and I am the one who feeds off her actions.
In a Tom Ford and I'm blacking up
I am wearing luxurious clothing and showcasing my success.
In a Maybach and I'm backing up
I am driving a high-end car and maintaining my position.
Either protect or attacking us
Others either support us or try to harm us.
I just might buy her a Acura
I am considering purchasing a car for her, possibly an Acura.
Tell her to drive it to Africa
I am suggesting she drives the car to a distant and exotic place.
This how a rich nigga take the trash out
I, as a wealthy person, handle mundane tasks in a luxurious manner.
But I'm not a janitor
Although it may seem like a trivial task, I am not a lowly worker.
I'm an ex drug dealer
I used to distribute drugs in the past.
Get a rush when the egg sizzle
I feel excitement when illegal activities bring me profit.
Pocket full of dead people
I carry large sums of money obtained through illegal means.
She mine, I don't share people
She is exclusively mine, and I don't engage in sharing her with others.
If the feds watch me they can see how many times I done fed people
If law enforcement surveils me, they would witness how many times I have provided assistance to others.
I hit, but I can't date you baby
I engage in sexual activity with you, but I cannot commit to a relationship with you.
You on the side, like a baked potato
You are positioned as a secondary option, comparable to a side dish.
A lil' crazy, I don't wanna change you
You have some quirks, but I don't want to alter who you are.
If you a car, I would candy paint you
If you were a vehicle, I would modify and enhance your appearance.
That's a bar, that's an indicator
That is an impressive line or statement that serves as a sign or symbol.
Deep breath, hyperventilation
Taking a deep breath leads to excessive breathing, symbolizing excitement or anticipation.
Shorty gon' share that throat (dope)
The girl is willing to engage in oral sex and share her skills.
She got the best, let's vote
She possesses exceptional talents or attributes that deserve recognition.
And nigga, if you know your hoe
And if you genuinely understand the nature of your promiscuous partner
That hoe a hoe
You would recognize that she will always remain promiscuous
You know that hoe gon' hoe for sure
It is certain that she will consistently engage in promiscuous behavior
She up next and she finna blow
She is the next big thing and is about to achieve great success
Still the same hoe
Despite any changes or advancements, she remains promiscuous
Kissing on you with the same throat
She kisses you using the same mouth that she engages in promiscuous acts with
Shorty not a thief, but steal a show, but she still a hoe
Although she may not steal things, she captures attention, yet she is still promiscuous
I'm a need a million dollar bitch, and a million more
I desire to have a partner who brings considerable wealth, and many more like her
She know I'm a million dollar nigga, with a million hoes
She understands that I am very wealthy and have numerous promiscuous partners
Chillin' way up in my condominium on the millionth floor
Relaxing in my luxurious apartment located on an extremely high floor
She say that these niggas broke, they make her sick, she healing slow
According to her, these financially struggling men disgust her, and it takes time for her to recover from such encounters
She say she sick and tired of being sick and tired like Mystikal
She expresses her dissatisfaction with the repetitive and exhausting nature of her life, similar to the artist Mystikal's song
I got cash from years ago
I possess a significant amount of money acquired in the past
I ball 'til my Achilles tore
I continue to live an extravagant lifestyle until I face a significant obstacle or setback
You say you stackin' money to the roof, lil' boy, your ceiling low
You claim to accumulate wealth extensively, but in reality, your financial achievements are quite limited
She been catching feelings, though
She has developed emotional attachments or romantic feelings
Well all my bitches like Siri, though
All of my female companions are obedient and respond to my commands like a virtual assistant
I don't believe in no miracles
I do not have faith in extraordinary or supernatural events
She swallow my bacterial
She performs oral sex on me, willingly accepting the presence of potentially harmful bacteria
I fucked your hoe, conduct your hoe
I had sexual intercourse with the woman you believe to be yours, effectively controlling and influencing her actions
You don't believe it, there's video
If you doubt my claim, there is recorded evidence to prove it
That ain't your hoe, that was your hoe
The woman you think belongs to you was never truly yours, to begin with
She just a hoe, she been a hoe
She is simply promiscuous and has always been promiscuous
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Reservoir Media Management, Inc., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Dwayne Carter, Javar Rockamore, Theodore Thomas
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@azith8037
Lil wayne and Eminem keeping the game alive just damn respect for both dropping these albums π₯π₯
@lemueldorcely3676
Real
@thesoulclinic_
Stop bringing up em
@dieversions
Facts! Em drops music to be murdered by and than wayne drops the funeral!?π€π€¨ yall dont see what's happening? They all sat down and had a meeting to take back this game. πͺπ― I put money on that.
@Taylorprice0303
they the 2 goats
@dieversions
@c g nah not yet! That would be dope tho... and I'm sure another eminem and lil wayne song is in the works. They fuck with each other tuff.
@derrickberry5453
I have 2 say it, Wayne is still the number 1 rapper on this level.
@moneygrown358
Salut
@tierrajohnson3970
100
@jessedavis5171
2 chainz has come hella far