Grown Man
Lil Wayne Feat.Currency Lyrics
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I ain't trying to do nothing but get me grown man on
I ain't trying to hurt you
Only if you want me to (haha)
Yea, What's happenin' baby I'm lil wayne from New Orleans
Fresh out tha navy now tha captain of my own team
Hop in this, machine, vanish from
The scene
Goddamn it I'm so manish
Handle it like a standard
So put yo panties and yo pants my tha trash can
Romance on tha floor plans (yea)
We hold hands while we rollin', just tryin to keep up wit tha program
Just trying to sneek up on ya, like how you doing maam
I'm a old soul, and a young man, we got to it and
We didn't stop til tha birds hit tha block
And she ain't never had it like that [laugh]
[Chorus]
Girl... you are... so fine
I wish that I could get you over here, girl
Tonight... so I... can get my grown man on wit you [2X]
[Hook]
You don't know about it, how I'm a grown man
You don't know about it, how I'm a grown man
You don't know about it, how I'm a grown man
You don't know about it, how I'm a grown man
Now I don't really hit tha club but tonight I'll make an exception
For some reason I can't seem to keep my eyes out your direction
I'm lookin' at you so hard, I could probably catch a charge
Feelin' tha way you walk when you move yo booty applaud (damn)
I gotta keep my composure
I gotta untact my mission and handle bisness like a soldier
Young man, young money but tha money long currency da hot spitta so grown
And yo preception of me is so wrong
Don't worry bout what you heard bout me and them other birds
Might have done a lil dirt and left a few of them hurt
But whatever has occured they all got what they deserved
And you don't rock like that, um I can see it in yo eyes
If you ain't good for me then you wearing a disguise
'Cause tonight you lookin' like miss right
And I'm suppose to be a player for life, but I'll change for ya
[Chorus]
[Hook]
You ain't no woman you a baby gurl, living in tha ladies world
And I'm a grown man, tha women understand
See what I go through, is what I owe you
So you should throw that ass back to me right now (yea)
Fly boy baby sit back relax and, crusie wit a nigga thats tha nations satisfation
Whose is it baby she say weezy fucking baby
I say yes and fucking these, she say don't you ever leave
I say, I say but I got money on my mind
Then I tell her nevermind and we do it one more time [laugh]
For a large amount of time, long and won't stop til daytime come home (yea)
[Chorus]
[Hook]
Damn, look, that...
O that right there, thats tha sunset girl, get cha visor,
Where those Chanell shades I get you, you always losing things, and I'm
Always buying new things (haha), I come a long way huh remember...
Remember that block, look at you, you think you all grown
You ain't no woman you a baby gurl, living in tha ladies world
And I'm a grown man, tha women understand
See what I go through, is what I owe you
And you should throw that ass back to me right now
In Lil Wayne's song "Grown Man," he starts by introducing himself as a grown man trying to get his act together and apologizes in advance in the case that he hurts the woman he is with. He then shifts to explain who he is as a person, mentioning his background in the Navy and his current standing as "the captain of [his] own team." He proceeds to show off his confidence and swagger, suggesting they put their pants in the trash can and "get their grown man on." Wayne continues to state that he is an old soul and a young man, effortlessly rolling with the punches and trying to keep up with the program. Despite his past and reputation as a player, he believes that the woman he's currently with is different and has the potential to change him. The song, with its catchy and upbeat tune, offers a glimpse into Lil Wayne's attempts to turn over a new leaf and move forward as a grown man.
One interesting fact about the song is that it was released as part of Lil Wayne's mixtape, "Squad Up 6," in 2005. The mixtape featured various collaborations with artists like Juelz Santana, Birdman, and Fabolous. "Grown Man" was later included in Lil Wayne's "The Drought Is Over 2 (The Carter 3 Sessions)" mixtape in 2007, where it garnered popularity and appreciation from fans.
Another interesting fact about Lil Wayne's "Grown Man" is that many of the verses and lines in the song have been reused in other Lil Wayne songs. One notable example is the line "you ain't no woman, you a baby girl living in the ladies world," which he used in his song "La La" featuring Brisco and Busta Rhymes.
The chorus of "Grown Man" samples Bootsy Collins' 1988 song "Munchies For Your Love." Lil Wayne is known for his ability to sample and remix existing songs to create his own unique sound.
Lil Wayne has worked with various producers throughout his career, and "Grown Man" was produced by The Heatmakerz, consisting of Rsonist and Thrilla. The Heatmakerz is a production duo that has worked with artists like Cam'ron, Jadakiss, and Kanye West.
"Grown Man" features Lil Wayne's distinctive raspy voice, which he developed over time as a result of smoking and rapping for hours on end. He has often likened his writing process to painting a picture, starting with a blank canvas and gradually filling it with words and colors.
Lil Wayne has had a storied career in hip-hop, and "Grown Man" is just one of the many successful songs he's released over the years. He's won multiple Grammys and has worked with some of the biggest names in the music industry, including Drake, Nicki Minaj, and Kendrick Lamar.
Despite his success, Lil Wayne has faced his fair share of setbacks and controversies. In 2010, he served a year-long prison sentence for weapons charges, during which time he managed to release an album, "I Am Not a Human Being," and write a memoir, "Gone 'Til November." He has also been vocal about his struggles with drug addiction and depression.
Lil Wayne is known for his distinctive style, not just in his music but also in his fashion sense. He's often seen sporting dreadlocks, tattoos, and designer clothing. His love for skateboarding is also well-known, and he has even started his own skateboarding brand, Trukfit.
The chords for "Grown Man" are not widely available, but the song's instrumental has been remixed and reworked by various producers and musicians over the years. Lil Wayne is known for his inventive and creative approach to music-making, and his songs often incorporate elements of various musical genres, from rock and jazz to EDM and pop.
In conclusion, Lil Wayne's "Grown Man" is an upbeat and catchy song that showcases his unique style and personality. Through its verses and chorus, Lil Wayne expresses his desire to mature and grow as an artist and as a person. Despite the various challenges he has faced over the years, Lil Wayne continues to be a staple in the hip-hop world and a beloved figure among fans.
Chords: G#m, F#, E, C#, B, B7.
Line by Line Meaning
What's up baby?
Hello, how are you doing?
I ain't trying to do nothing but get me grown man on
I am only interested in behaving like an adult.
I ain't trying to hurt you
I don't want to cause you any harm.
Only if you want me to (haha)
Only if you give permission for me to do so.
Yea, something like dat
Yeah, something along those lines.
Yea, What's happenin' baby I'm lil wayne from New Orleans
Hello, my name is Lil Wayne and I am from New Orleans.
Fresh out tha navy now tha captain of my own team
I recently left the navy and am now in charge of my own group of people.
Hop in this, machine, vanish from the scene
Get in this vehicle and quickly leave this area.
Goddamn it I'm so manish
I am extremely manly.
Handle it like a standard
I am handling the situation in a typical way.
So put yo panties and yo pants my tha trash can
Take off your underwear and pants and throw them in the trash can.
Romance on tha floor plans (yea)
Let's have romantic activities on the floor.
We hold hands while we rollin', just tryin to keep up wit tha program
We hold hands while moving and trying to keep up with the plan.
Just trying to sneek up on ya, like how you doing maam
I am sneaking up to you, saying hello.
I'm a old soul, and a young man, we got to it and
I have an old soul but am still young, and we engaged in sexual activities.
We didn't stop til tha birds hit tha block
We continued until the morning when birds started chirping outside.
And she ain't never had it like that [laugh]
She has never experienced such sexual pleasure before.
Girl... you are... so fine
You look very attractive.
I wish that I could get you over here, girl
I wish for you to come over here.
Tonight... so I... can get my grown man on wit you [2X]
Tonight, so that I can behave like an adult with you.
You don't know about it, how I'm a grown man
You are not aware of how mature I am.
Now I don't really hit tha club but tonight I'll make an exception
I usually don't go to clubs but I am making an exception tonight.
For some reason I can't seem to keep my eyes out your direction
I keep looking in your direction for some reason.
I'm lookin' at you so hard, I could probably catch a charge
I am staring at you so intensely that I could possibly get in trouble for it.
Feelin' tha way you walk when you move yo booty applaud (damn)
I am admiring the way you walk and move your body.
I gotta keep my composure
I need to remain calm and composed.
I gotta untact my mission and handle bisness like a soldier
I need to complete my mission in a professional manner, like a soldier.
Young man, young money but tha money long currency da hot spitta so grown
I am a young man with a lot of money, but I am very mature.
And yo preception of me is so wrong
Your perception of me is incorrect.
Don't worry bout what you heard bout me and them other birds
Don't concern yourself with rumors you may have heard about me and other women.
Might have done a lil dirt and left a few of them hurt
I may have done some wrong and hurt some women in the past.
But whatever has occured they all got what they deserved
But they all received what they deserved for their actions.
And you don't rock like that, um I can see it in yo eyes
You don't behave like those other women, I can tell by looking in your eyes.
If you ain't good for me then you wearing a disguise
If you are not good for me, then you are pretending to be someone else.
'Cause tonight you lookin' like miss right
Tonight, you look perfect for me.
And I'm suppose to be a player for life, but I'll change for ya
I am supposed to have many partners for my entire life, but I will change for you.
You ain't no woman you a baby gurl, living in tha ladies world
You are not a mature woman, you are still a young girl living in a world of women.
And I'm a grown man, tha women understand
I am a mature adult and other women understand that.
See what I go through, is what I owe you
I have to go through difficulties for you because I owe you.
So you should throw that ass back to me right now (yea)
You should have sex with me right now.
Fly boy baby sit back relax and, crusie wit a nigga thats tha nations satisfation
Relax and ride with me, a successful and popular man.
Whose is it baby she say weezy fucking baby
Whose is it? She responds that it belongs to Lil Wayne.
I say yes and fucking these, she say don't you ever leave
I say yes and we continue having sex, she tells me not to ever leave.
I say, I say but I got money on my mind
I say, I cannot forget about my money.
Then I tell her nevermind and we do it one more time [laugh]
I then change my mind and we have sex again.
For a large amount of time, long and won't stop til daytime come home (yea)
We will continue having sex for a long time, until morning.
Damn, look, that...
Wow, look at that...
O that right there, thats tha sunset girl, get cha visor,
That is the sunset girl, get your visor.
Where those Chanell shades I get you, you always losing things, and I'm always buying new things (haha),
I will get you Chanel shades, you tend to lose things and I always have to buy new things for you.
I come a long way huh remember...
I have come a long way, remember...
Remember that block, look at you, you think you all grown
Remember that place we used to hang out, look at you now, you think you are so mature.
And you should throw that ass back to me right now
You should have sex with me right now.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRYAN WILLIAMS, DWAYNE CARTER, SHANTE FRANKLIN, TRISTAN G. JONES
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