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Lord Tariq/Peter Gunz Lyrics
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Lie and die in the fire, where I learned to ball
Uptown is the place where I lay my dome
On the streets of the Bronx where my family roam
Ho damn it, we home, Peter got a nine millimeter
Playa haters can feel the flame from my heater
I never really liked to play a fool like that
But I love to succeed and see foes fall flat
And I got another clip that'll daze y'all crew
I sip Cristal, Dom P, Mo' with the pistol
Just 'cause I'm pissy, don't mean you should misdoubt
Keep 'em in the fifties and, hundreds all arranged
Anything less than that, you keep the change
Not filthy rich, but, bitch, I'm barely broke
Blessed with flows that keep you hooked like dope
Friends call me Gunz, sons call me trife
'Cause I'm quick to slide off and slide this dick up in your wife
And that's life, you should learn how to treat her
I guarantee Peter, knows how to eat her
And beat her, niggas in the Bronx call me Lex
'Cause I push a Lex, and I rock a Rolex
And I lounge on Lex', and I love sex
And I wave TECs on sets that been tryna flex
Like Dex, nigga, God rest your soul
But when you're playin' cards for Gunz, it ain't time to fold, ho
New York niggas got crazy game
But outta town niggas is all the same
Brooklyn niggas get crazy loot
That's because when it's beef they ain't scared to shoot
Harlem niggas know how to play
Mack the 600, gettin' crazy pay
Niggas outta Queens got shit on lock
Strapped with the Glock, runnin' up in yo' spot
But if it wasn't for the Bronx
This rap shit probably never would be going on
So tell me where you from?
Uptown, baby, uptown, baby
We gets down, baby, up for the crown, baby
Now if it wasn't for the Bronx
This rap shit probably never would be going on
So tell me where you from?
Uptown, baby, uptown, baby
We gets down, baby, up for the crown, baby
Yo, the RM-80, is parked in the lot
Right next to the Mercedes, keep the heat cocked
For these blocks that are shady, you're crazy if you walk around
Thinking shit's gravy, stop me? Maybe
I'm livin life lawless, makin' big investments
On them 8-class flawless, and hoes call us
I'm comfortable like Recaro, two quarters of my life
Walkin' roads type narrow, deep thoughts which I abide by
Puffin' high, got my mind's eye, points sharper
Than an arrow gettin' high, keep your eye on the sparrow
Riches like the pharaoh, bought a new five
With the snitches for these hoes, trunk full of ammo
Keep my toast closer than most niggas keep they own shadow
And I strap for my foes like a saddle
I rock stones, other niggas rock gravel
Talk shit? Whatever have you, I'm from Soundview
Bronx most wanted, front get confronted
Playa, we rollin' deep in the one point five hundreds
Like Big I., red eyed, mad blunted
You step outside and get blooded have your whole block flooded
With the Bronx, it's a warnin', stormin', guns out
From dusk 'til dawn and it's on, no doubt
Keep a eye on yo' bitch when I'm roamin' about
And put a eye on yo' lip ,nigga, watch yo' mouth
I'm from the Bronx, wipe yo' feet when you step in my house
'Cause youse a small-time nigga, 'bout a half an ounce now
New York niggas got crazy game
But outta town niggas is all the same
Brooklyn niggas got crazy loot
That's because when it's beef they ain't scared to shoot
Harlem niggas know how to play
Mack the 600, gettin' crazy pay
Niggas outta Queens got shit on lock
Strapped with the Glock, runnin' up in yo' spot
But if it wasn't for the Bronx
This rap shit probably never would be going on
So tell me where you from?
Uptown, baby, uptown, baby
We gets down, baby, up for the crown, baby
Now if it wasn't for the Bronx
This rap shit probably never would be going on
So tell me where you from?
Uptown, baby, uptown, baby
We gets down, baby, up for the crown, baby
Uh, Peter Gunz like what
Uh, The Lord Tariq is like what
Uh, Soundview like what
Uh, one-seventy-fourth like what
Uh, Money Boss like what
Uh, The Gun Runners like what
Uh, and KNS like what
Uh, and Uptown like what
Shao-lin, play, play on
Strong Isle, play play on and a
Mt. Vern, play, play on
And Yonkers, play, play on and a
Puttin' it down for N.Y., you know what I mean?
N.Y. and world wide
The lyrics to "Uptown Baby" by Lord Tariq & Peter Gunz are about the rapper's love for their hometown of New York and the pride and success that comes with it. From the streets of the Bronx where they roam with their family to the high-end lifestyle of Cristal, Dom P, Mo', and Rolexes, the rappers are representing the diversity and culture of New York City. They boast about their success, including the weaponry they own and their ability to take down their enemies. Lord Tariq proclaims that if it wasn't for the Bronx, rap wouldn't exist. They also touch upon the violence and danger present in their neighborhoods.
The song exemplifies the idea of "repping" or representing one's neighborhood and city through their music. It also highlights the theme of material wealth and the desire for it. The chorus repeats the phrase "uptown baby," signifying their pride in their neighborhood and the uptown area of New York City.
Line by Line Meaning
New York to the heart but got love for all
Although I represent New York through and through, I have love for all
Lie and die in the fire where I learned to ball
I'd rather stick with and learn from my roots even if it means going through difficult challenges
Uptown is the place where I lay my dome
Uptown - specifically the Bronx - is where I call home
On the streets of the Bronx where my fa mi ly roam
My family and I grew up on the streets of the Bronx, which is a huge part of our identity
Hoe damn it we home Peter got a nine millimeter
We're back home in the Bronx, and my partner Peter is carrying a nine millimeter gun for protection
Playa haters can feel the flame from my heater
Don't mess with me or my crew because we're not afraid to defend ourselves with whatever means necessary
I never really liked to play a fool like that
I'm not one to act foolish or pretend to be someone I'm not
But I love to succeed and see foes fall flat...
Success is important to me, and I take pleasure in seeing my rivals fail
Splat, like Deja Vu
I'll take out my opponents in a way that feels familiar to me
And I got another clip that'll daze y'all crew
I'm not out of ammunition yet, and I have more than enough to take on your crew
I sip Cristal, Dom P, Mo' with pist-al
I enjoy drinking expensive champagne and cognac while carrying a gun
Just cause I'm pissy, don't mean you should misdoubt
Don't underestimate me just because I've had a little too much to drink
Keep em near da fifties and, hundreds all arranged
I keep my money in neat stacks of fifties and hundreds
Anything less than that, you keep the change
If you can't pay me with fifties or hundreds, keep the rest as my tip
Not filthy rich, but bitch I'm barely broke
I wouldn't say I'm super rich, but I'm definitely not struggling
Blessed with flows that keep you hooked like dope
My rap style is addictive and keeps people coming back for more
Friends call me Gunz, sons call me trife
My friends know me as Gunz, but my children consider me a troublemaker
'Cause I'm quick to slide off and slide this dick up in your wife
I'm the type to sleep with other men's wives without a second thought
And that's life, you should learn how to treat her
If you want to keep your wife loyal to you, you need to learn how to treat her right
I guarantee Peter, knows how to eat her
My partner Peter is also skilled at pleasing women
And beat her, niggaz in the Bronx call me Lex
I'm known as Lex by the guys in the Bronx because I'm good at both pleasing women and fighting
'Cause I push a Lex, and I rock a Rolex
I drive a Lexus and wear a Rolex watch
And I lounge on Lex', and I love sex
I enjoy relaxing in my Lexus and having sex
And I wave techs on sets that be tryin to flex
If someone is trying to show off and start trouble, I won't hesitate to pull out my gun
Like Dex, nigga God rest your soul
Just like Dex (who's now deceased), I'm not afraid to use violence to protect myself or my crew
But when you're playin cards for Gunz, it ain't time to fold, ho
If you're playing cards with me, don't expect me to go easy on you
New York niggaz got crazy game
People from New York are known for their smooth talking and charm
But outta town niggaz is all the same
Everyone from outside of New York seems to act the same
Brooklyn niggaz get crazy loot
People from Brooklyn are good at making lots of money
That's because when it's beef they ain't scared to shoot
Brooklyn residents aren't afraid to use violence to protect themselves or settle disputes
Harlem niggaz know how to play
People from Harlem are skilled at navigating social situations
Mack the 600, gettin crazy pay
Driving a Mercedes-Benz 600 in Harlem can earn you a lot of respect and money
Niggaz outta Queens got shit on lock
People from Queens have control over their neighborhoods and everything that happens in them
Strapped with the glock, runnin up in yo' spot
They're also not afraid to use weapons to take what they want
But if it wasn't for the Bronx
If it weren't for the Bronx, rap music may never have become popular
This rap shit probably never would be going on
The Bronx played a crucial role in the development and success of rap music
So tell me where you from?
What part of New York are you from?
PG: Uptown baby, uptown baby
Peter Gunz is from uptown (the Bronx), and he's proud of it
PG: We gets down baby, up for the crown baby
We represent the Bronx and are willing to fight to hold onto our reputation
Yo, the RM-80, is parked in the lot
My powerful dirt bike is sitting in the parking lot
Right next to the Mercedes, keep the heat cocked
My expensive car is parked next to my gun, which is always ready to be used
For these blocks that are shady, you're crazy if you walk around
Walking around these dangerous neighborhoods without protection is just asking for trouble
Thinking shit's gravy; stop me? Maybe
Don't assume everything is going to be easy and that you can stop me without a fight
I'm livin life lawless, makin big investments
I don't follow the law and am willing to take risks to make money
On them 8-class flawless, and hoes call us
My friends and I are always wearing expensive 18k jewelry, and women are attracted to us because of it
I'm comfortable like Ri-carro, two quarters of my life
I'm as comfortable and confident as the expensive sports car, Ferrari
Walkin roads type narrow, deep thoughts which I abide by
I often walk down dangerous paths, but I always keep in mind my principles and values
Puffin high, got my mind's eye, points sharper
I smoke weed which helps me stay sharp and focused
Than an arrow gettin high, keep your eye on the sparrow
I'm able to stay focused and keep my sights on my goals, like a hunter chasing prey
Riches like the pharoahe, bought a new five
I'm wealthy like a king with a lot of money, enough to buy a new Mercedes-Benz S500
With the snitches for these hoes, trunk full of ammo
I keep my guns close and always have them available to protect myself and my women
Keep my toast closer than most niggaz keep they own shadow
I value my gun more than anything and never let it out of my sight
And I strap for my foes like a saddle
I'm always prepared to go to war with anyone who tries to mess with me
I rock stones, other niggaz rock gravel
I have expensive jewelry like diamonds while other guys have cheap jewelry like glass stones
Talk shit? Whatever have you, I'm from Soundview
If you have a problem with what I'm saying, that's your issue, but I'm from Soundview and won't back down
Bronx most wanted, front get confronted
I'm one of the most wanted guys in the Bronx, and anyone who dares to challenge me will face the consequences
Playa, we rollin deep in the one point five hundreds
My friends and I are cruising around the Bronx in our Mercedes-Benz S500s
Like Big I., red eyed, mad blunted
We're driving around like Biggie Smalls, high and looking intimidating
You step outside and get blooded have your whole block flooded
If you try to mess with me or my crew, not only will you get hurt, but we'll also retaliate against your entire neighborhood
With the Bronx it's a warnin, stormin guns out
If you mess with the Bronx, be prepared to face a lot of violence and aggression
From, Dusk Til Dawn and it's on, no doubt
We're always ready for war, day or night
Keep a eye on yo' bitch when I'm roamin about
Watch your woman carefully when I'm around because I might try to steal her away from you
And put a eye on yo' lip nigga, watch yo' mouth
Watch what you say around me because I'm not afraid to use violence to protect my reputation
Cause youse a small-time nigga, bout a half an ounce now
You're insignificant and unimportant compared to me
Shao-lin, play, play on
Keep playing and enjoying life like a Shaolin monk
Strong Isle, play play on and a
Go ahead and enjoy yourself like a Long Island native
Mt. Vern, play play on
And do the same if you're from Mount Vernon
And Yonkers, play play on and a
Or if you're from Yonkers
Puttin' it down for N.Y. ya know what I mean
We're representing New York City and everything that comes with it
N.Y. and worldwide
Our influence extends beyond just New York and is felt around the world
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Donald Jay Fagen, Walter Carl Becker
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@funkmasterfishdatdamnfish7442
Anyone else is going through all their favorite jams thinking about how life was back in the days ? Tell me I'm not the only one ✌🏼️
@robbingrafton4364
Ur not 1/23/22🙌🏽❤️🥰🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@jondoe2099
Yea man, came here from that island boy trash to remind myself that the people favored skill at 1 point in time. Wtf happened.
@sarahdacruz2032
Same here
@tamaramoton9406
You’re not the only one
@antoinettebrooks7495
Ur definitely not the only one all day everyday
@kingtyson713
People forget how big this song was when it came out.
@Rahsaun77
King Tyson I was living in Hawaii at the time, it was the song of spring/summer ‘98. (Correction)
@AliothSenator
You mean Steely Dan's Black Cow from the 70's? Right?
@majinoyal
And, the Jerry Rivera Amores Como El Nuestro sample. 🇵🇷💪🏽💪🏾💪🏿