How We Roll
Lil Wayne feat. Young Chris Lyrics

Wodie, Shawty, Shawty, Wodie
Addresses the listener as 'Wodie' and 'Shawty', which are terms often used in New Orleans and Atlanta to refer to a friend or acquaintance.

Now this one there that for them country folk
This song is intended for people who live in rural areas, especially those who drive heavily customized Chevy vehicles with large rims.

Them heavy Chevy ridin' players with them hundred spokes
Those who ride in modified Chevy vehicles with rims that have 100 spokes are often seen as flashy and wealthy players.

And when I holla shawty shawt I know ya hear me, hoe
The use of 'shawty' or 'hoe' shows a disrespect for women and indicates that Lil Wayne feels he has power and control over them.

And since you hard like blow, now tell me what you in for
Lil Wayne challenges the listener's toughness and asks what they are willing to do in order to succeed in life.

You and your partner ride a Benz, but your endz low
Lil Wayne suggests that the listener may have a fancy car but does not have much money or wealth despite their appearance.

You shake it, we take it, that's how we get it on the blow
Lil Wayne boasts about taking opportunities and making money through illegal means, perhaps involving drugs.

You, you wit, that's how we do it shawty, you ain't know?
If you are willing to take risks and work with Lil Wayne, you can make money through hustling, according to the artist.

How to get it, willing to risk it with my cashload
If the listener is willing to take risks with their money, Lil Wayne implies that they can make lots of money quickly through illegal means.

We sweepin', really we creepin', I chop you up bro
Lil Wayne describes himself and his associates as swift and silent, able to sneak up on anyone they want to harm.

Me and my nigga dead serious, like facin' death row
Lil Wayne and his friend are serious about obtaining money, enough to put them on death row if they were caught breaking the law.

'Bout that paper, my nigga serious bout that cash flow
Lil Wayne and his friend prioritize making money above all else, implying that they will do whatever it takes to obtain it.

Punk ass, while I be comin' straight up out that Alto
Lil Wayne talks about leaving high school before completing his education, continuing to hustle for his income instead of pursuing traditional employment.

A-T-L and New Orleans will chop you up, bro
Lil Wayne warns anyone who crosses him that he has violent associates from both Atlanta and New Orleans.

Chorus
Repeats the hook of the song emphasizing the use of 'Wodie' and 'Shawty' to embody southern culture and language.

'Gon slide them thangs out that attic, time ta polish 'em down
The artist suggests that he and his associates are prepared to use weapons or equipment that they have stored in an attic, implying a level of organization and planning.

We about to get it krunk, and let the violence go down
Lil Wayne and his crew are ready to start a party and make sure there's lots of aggression involved in the celebration.

Niggas ducked off in cuts, niggas sittin' on top of houses
Some members of Lil Wayne's crew are hiding in the shadows, while others are taking high ground to prepare for a fight.

Pull my gun out like "What!", niggas run away like cowards
Lil Wayne follows through with his previous threats and intimidates his enemies by showing them his weapon.

Smoke angel dust, be ridin' at night in Jags and stuff
Lil Wayne describes a lifestyle where he frequently uses drugs, particularly PCP, and cruises around town in luxury Jaguar vehicles at night.

And hit a nigga, prolly turn into a massacre
Lil Wayne infers that he's so violent and powerful that even minor altercations could quickly turn fatal or bloody.

Please don't play, cause all day I been inhalin' blunts
Lil Wayne's drug use is so significant that he spends an entire day smoking marijuana, preventing him from being in a playful or relaxed mood.

And my whole mind is blown away
Lil Wayne indicates that smoking marijuana has affected his state of mind, leaving him feeling disorientated or confused.

I feel like killing stuff (Skurt!)
Lil Wayne is so high that he confesses he wants to become violent and harm others.

I pull up in a dropped Hummer
Lil Wayne shows off his wealth and the luxury cars he can afford to buy and display.

And shoot 50 at them cocksuckers
Lil Wayne makes references to using firearms as the solution to difficult problems or confrontation.

Say biatch, it don't, Wodie let me get 'em
Lil Wayne asks for permission from one of his friends to use violent tactics against someone who they may be confronting.

Just gimme the word, Unless shawty gonna spit 'em
Lil Wayne implies that if his friend is unable to confront the situation on their own, he will use violence to solve the problem.

Nigga's blessings be with 'em, cause Lil Wayne burn niggas
Lil Wayne implies that those who cross him or his friends could encounter harmful or fatal consequences.

Bet them they gon try up for listenin' flippin' jurn niggas
The artist suggests that anyone who listens to what he and his friends say could end up breaking the law themselves and face consequences.

Y'all better learn niggas, If ya dumb, she can't chea
Lil Wayne advises that those who are not aware of social differences and falsehoods may be taken advantage of by others.

Represent Cash Money, for all time, A-T-L. (Atlanta)
Lil Wayne and his associated represent the record label Cash Money and identify themselves with the cities Atlanta and New Orleans.

We be them boys, have fro's with them grills
Lil Wayne describes himself and his friends as having afro hairstyles and also wearing grills (gold teeth coverings).

And we be them boys, who gon' show you how it is
Lil Wayne suggests that he and his associates are authentic and real, demonstrating how to be yourself and maintain loyalty.

From New Orleans, to A-T-L, my nigga, we let it loose
Lil Wayne and his friends feel that they can fully express themselves in both their original home of New Orleans and their adopted home of Atlanta.

So watch what you sayin', before we back the tap on you
Lil Wayne warns others to be careful about what they say, as he and his crew will be quick to retaliate against any perceived insults or attacks.

Don't be surprised, in time, cause we gon' show you how we do it
Lil Wayne claims that others will eventually learn from him and his friends how to be successful and maintain their notorious status.

Cause when we do it, that's how we do it, Snizza off that fluid
Lil Wayne suggests that his methods and success are linked to his disregard for typical roles and values, which might involve drug consumption.

So get to it, my nigga
Lil Wayne motivates his associate to take action and follow through with their plans.

And don't you fall, my nigga
Lil Wayne offers his friend encouragement and support, urging him to persevere despite any obstacles.

It's Attic Crew, with Cash Money, on the rise (rise, rise, rise)
Lil Wayne associates himself and his crew with the Attic crew and suggests that both are gaining notoriety and success in their chosen fields.