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Lloyd Banks Lyrics

Yea, uh
The song starts with a confident and determined tone.

This is dedicated to the G's, the P's, the C's, niggas thats in the B's
The song is dedicated to the individuals who are true to their respective gangs, hoods and communities.

I guess this ain't somethin' for the radio
The artist is aware that his content may not be deemed suitable for mainstream radio play due to the gritty nature of the lyrics.

But I'm hot, so I'ma make these muh'fuckas play it though
Despite the potential limitations to mainstream success, the artist is confident that he has what it takes to make his music resonate with listeners.

I wan-na shine
The artist has aspirations to be successful and live a lavish lifestyle.

Nigga don't make me re-sort to crime
The artist implies that he is willing to turn to illegal methods to achieve his goals if necessary.

That's where they made me go, right back to the streets
The artist references his upbringing and how the circumstances of his environment contributed to the development of his persona and sound.

My old head went to bed, croaked over the liquor
The artist speaks about an older mentor figure who unfortunately passed away due to an alcohol-related issue.

His attitude leaked out, all over a nigga; I love him
Despite the flaws of his mentor, the artist has love for him and acknowledges the influence he had on his personal growth.

Dig him, I line 'em up and get 'em
The artist boasts about his skills in attracting and seducing women.

Then I forget 'em, cuz I don't babysit 'em
The artist does not get attached to the women he interacts with and has no interest in nurturing any type of relationship with them.

If he's on a bootycall then he got the 380 wit' him
The artist alludes to the dangers of casual sexual encounters and promotes the idea of carrying a gun for protection.

Or the pea green Stormer, the color of marijuana
The artist describes a green car and uses a clever simile to liken it to the color of marijuana, which is often associated with the streets and criminal activity.

I don't follow rules, I'd rather do what I wanna
The artist rejects the idea of conforming to societal norms and prefers to live his life on his own terms.

Stand out like a Bent' on the avenue in the summer
The artist intends to make a statement and be noticed, using a luxury car brand to symbolize his confidence and status.

I was low in the cabin, had the view of the lumber
The artist reminisces about his humble beginnings and how he used to live in a small cabin with a view of a lumberyard.

Think about the has-beens, mad I'm doin' my number
The artist reflects on his success and how it might be viewed by those who have not been able to achieve the same level of fame and fortune.

When I leave out the spot, I drag a few in the Humber
The artist boasts about his ability to attract beautiful women and take them home with him.

Brrup, you're now rockin' wit the boy wonder
The artist playfully acknowledges his talent and the positive reception he often receives from his audience.

1982 the year I came thru, I saw
The artist references the year that he was born and how he witnessed certain events and phenomena during his upbringing.

Exactly what I been tryna show to you, or
The artist believes that his music and lyrics aim to offer some form of insight or message to his listeners.

You can putcha seatbelt on I'll take ya to
The artist encourages his listeners to go on a metaphorical journey with him and experience the themes and emotions present in his music.

Where the hood's the arena and the block's the pay-per-view
The artist alludes to the harsh reality of his environment and how it often feels like a battle where people are constantly fighting to survive and thrive.

I'ma New York nigga, but they love me everywhere
The artist highlights his pride in being from New York and how his music has been able to connect with people from all over the world.

A soldier, yea... without the military gear
The artist describes himself as a warrior of sorts, ready to face any type of challenge without the physical protection of military gear.

I'm the flow-er of the year and I rap like I ain't rich
The artist boasts about the quality of his rap flow and how he manages to maintain a certain level of humility despite his wealth and fame.

We all know the kind of respect that Banks gets
The artist acknowledges the admiration and respect that his fans show him.

I'm frost bit, 50 grand on the bracelet
The artist describes the expensive jewelry he wears, specifically a bracelet that costs fifty thousand dollars.

It's a quarter a piece, I'm so close I can taste it
The artist has a sense of anticipation and excitement over the prospect of becoming even wealthier in the future.

Run up on me, ya hat and ya head is blown
The artist warns his enemies that they will suffer severe consequences if they attempt to harm him.

Laid out on ya neck, as flat as a herringbone
The artist uses a simile to portray the physical damage that he is capable of inflicting on his enemies.

All I need is a pitch, a bat and I'm headin' home
The artist compares himself to a baseball player who only needs one good hit to score a home run, implying that he is capable of ending his enemies' lives with one swift move.

You big as a pound puppy, wit a whole lot of bark
The artist dismisses his enemies as being all talk and no action, using ironic imagery to emphasize his point.

Ya either half crazy, or gotta whole lot of heart
The artist acknowledges that his enemies might be brave or crazy enough to actually try to harm him, but he remains confident in his ability to defend himself.