Face Off
M.O.P. Lyrics


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Yo a lot of people depend on me (strongly)
I no longer wanna press them situations wrongly
They say that a man's life, gon' be what it's gon' be
So I switched the game around, and now it's on me
(You control your destiny) You niggas keep testin me
Like you want me to show you how messy a mess can be
(You're still a bang-banger) One of Saratoga's finest
?? ?? attention now (??) makin your highness

Yo Bill, what'd you stop for man, what'd you stop for?
Teach 'em, tell 'em how you feel!

As I struggle to get my hands, on a dollar today
I think back about cats, that have passed away
That's why I feel more cursed than blessed
And I wonder what in this world, more worse than stress
I'm a mess with stress, though I present it with finesse
Sometimes I feel as if my heart is comin out my chest
I smoke too many ciggarettes; and the Remi won't
Wash away the pain or get, strain off my brain
See it's the way, we, roll down here, stroll down here
A shootout, is like a common cold out here
That's why I sit back and I laugh at y'all
When it's crunchtime on the frontline, I will blast at y'all
I'm from Saratoga Avenue, I +HAD+ to brawl
It's where I realized it's a cold world, after all
You hear me talkin to ya? I'm on some grown Danze shit
(You'll be comin of age) My life is on a different page;
Able to tame my rage
A little bit different from the first time I picked up a gauge
A little bit different from the first time I stepped on a stage
Take a look at me now; a born winner
In a race against time, like Bruce Jenner
A natural born sinner, can't nobody tame me, or change me
(For no reason at all he's angry, he'll) kill again!

You are now tuned in to the Works of Mart
Take two steps back it's gon' hurt you pah!
Who the fuck talkin that they gon' hurt Jamal?
This ain't no diamond-studded rapper, it's the lover-stutter-slapper
Unpretty type rapper, gritty type rapper
Fo'-five semi-automatic pipe clapper
With them O.G.'s in it, please don't get your shit twisted
Like bamboo with no trees in it
Fall back, motherfucker you can't beat me
It's the Womack, the extension of Danzini
We came into the game with some change for train fare
Two Phillies, a dime bag, and a forty ounce of beer
Now look at him, they hittin the scene slow
Who grindin, who thieves, but I'm lookin mean yo
With a gangster lean though, big dog in it
With my chrome ten inch hubcaps, but I keep 'em clean doe
I know the pros and cons so I married the game
Now it's mommy's little boy left to carry the name
I'm in the streets like a dopefiend with a shoppin cart filled up with copper
Who the fuck gon' stop Fame?
Y'all niggas keep waitin til they pop Fame
And hold your breath while you wait bitch, I got game
Niggas ain't feelin the Fame bitch? Stop dreamin
I'm the shit that felt good comin out of my pop's semen
Hit the streets and thug with me
No matter how disgruntled you sound nigga, you can't fuck with me
Too many dick riders that's quick to go blaow
But look bitch, I'mma let you know now
You fuckin with thugs, what the fuck you think this was?
I'm what you want me to be, stop fuckin with me
Cause I'm a nigga of the earth (earth) nigga of the sea (sea)
Nigga of the sky and fire, fling fire
Why don't I-ah, dump back at your men
It's M.O.P. and we at it again, ah-heh!
I ain't clappin over your head
I'mma make sure I pop somethin through ya
Givin motherfuckers ulcers with lead
Have your parents and the pastor huddled over your bed




May the Lord be with you, game over, you're dead
Motherfucker!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of M.O.P.’s “Face Off” speaks about the struggles of life, the realization of being responsible for yourself, and allowing growth to take place. The song highlights the realization of a man's life being his own responsibility and how it's essential to choose wisely.


The statement "They say that a man's life, gon' be what it's gon' be, so I switched the game around, and now it's on me," indicates a shift in perspective. It shows how the singer has now taken control of his life and future. The song also talks about the adversity the artist has faced, how his experiences have left him feeling more "cursed than blessed," and how he deals with it through his music.


The chorus, with its repetition of “You n****s keep testing me, like you want me to show you how messy a mess can be,” is a declaration of the artist's intention to protect himself from any threats.


Overall, Face Off is an introspective and reflective song that highlights important life lessons about taking control of one's life, dealing with adversity, and allowing personal growth.


Line by Line Meaning

Yo a lot of people depend on me
I understand that many people rely on me for support and guidance.


I no longer wanna press them situations wrongly
I have grown and no longer want to handle things poorly and put undue stress on those around me.


They say that a man's life, gon' be what it's gon' be
It is often believed that a person's life will play out according to fate.


So I switched the game around, and now it's on me
I have changed my ways and am now in control of my own destiny.


(You control your destiny) You niggas keep testin me
I am in charge of my own future and I am being challenged by those around me.


Like you want me to show you how messy a mess can be
It appears that some people are trying to provoke me and see how badly I can behave.


(You're still a bang-banger) One of Saratoga's finest
Despite my efforts to change and grow, some still view me as a violent individual due to my upbringing in Saratoga.


?? ?? attention now (??) makin your highness
It is unclear what is being said here, potentially about gaining respect or power.


As I struggle to get my hands, on a dollar today
I find myself in financial hardship and am facing difficulties making ends meet.


I think back about cats, that have passed away
I reminisce about those I have lost in life.


That's why I feel more cursed than blessed
The amount of loss in my life has left me feeling more negative than positive.


And I wonder what in this world, more worse than stress
I contemplate if there is anything in life worse than the level of stress I am currently experiencing.


I'm a mess with stress, though I present it with finesse
I am struggling greatly with stress, though I try to present myself in a composed and professional manner.


Sometimes I feel as if my heart is comin out my chest
At times, I feel like the stress I am dealing with is taking a physical toll on my body.


I smoke too many ciggarettes; and the Remi won't
I have unhealthy coping mechanisms such as smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol, but they do not alleviate my stress.


Wash away the pain or get, strain off my brain
My attempts to self-medicate do not make the pain and stress go away.


See it's the way, we, roll down here, stroll down here
This is just how things are in my neighborhood and community, a general attitude of toughness and violence.


A shootout, is like a common cold out here
Gun violence is so prevalent in my area that it is considered commonplace, like catching a cold.


That's why I sit back and I laugh at y'all
I find it amusing that some individuals seem to not understand the level of danger that surrounds us.


When it's crunchtime on the frontline, I will blast at y'all
In moments of high stress and danger, I am willing to use force to protect myself and those around me.


I'm from Saratoga Avenue, I +HAD+ to brawl
Growing up in Saratoga Avenue means I was forced to fight in order to survive.


It's where I realized it's a cold world, after all
My experiences in Saratoga Avenue taught me that the world can be a cruel and unforgiving place.


You hear me talkin to ya? I'm on some grown Danze shit
I am trying to mature and grow as a person, learning from my past and striving to be better.


(You'll be comin of age) My life is on a different page;
I am transitioning from my previous lifestyle, taking control of my life and moving on to a new chapter.


Able to tame my rage
I am learning to better control and manage my anger issues.


A little bit different from the first time I picked up a gauge
I have come a long way from my past experiences of relying on weapons and violence.


A little bit different from the first time I stepped on a stage
I have grown and evolved as an artist, improving my skills and stage presence since I first began performing.


Take a look at me now; a born winner
Despite my past, I have made it through and am now achieving success and finding victory in life.


In a race against time, like Bruce Jenner
My life feels like a race against the clock, constantly running out of time to achieve my goals.


A natural born sinner, can't nobody tame me, or change me
My past experiences and innate characteristics make it difficult for others to change me as a person.


(For no reason at all he's angry, he'll) kill again!
Despite my attempts to evolve and better myself, my previous violent tendencies and anger issues are still a part of me and could resurface at any moment.


Who the fuck talkin that they gon' hurt Jamal?
I am not afraid of those who threaten me.


This ain't no diamond-studded rapper, it's the lover-stutter-slapper
I am not your stereotypical flashy and bougie rapper, I am raw and gritty.


Unpretty type rapper, gritty type rapper
My appearance as a rapper is not glamorous or put-together, but rather rough and rugged.


Fo'-five semi-automatic pipe clapper
I am armed and dangerous, carrying a semi-automatic weapon.


With them O.G.'s in it, please don't get your shit twisted
I have the respect and support of older, more experienced individuals in my community.


Like bamboo with no trees in it
My strength and resilience are impressive even without the typical resources and support.


Too many dick riders that's quick to go blaow
There are too many individuals who blindly follow and emulate violent behavior without fully understanding the consequences.


But look bitch, I'mma let you know now
I am not afraid to speak my mind and stand up for myself.


You fuckin with thugs, what the fuck you think this was?
Do not underestimate or mess with me and my associates, we are tough and dangerous individuals.


I'm what you want me to be, stop fuckin with me
I am not going to bow down or change who I am just to please others, so stop trying to provoke and manipulate me.


Cause I'm a nigga of the earth (earth) nigga of the sea (sea)
I am a resilient and versatile individual, able to survive in any environment or situation.


Nigga of the sky and fire, fling fire
My strength and power extend to the elements themselves (sky and fire), I am capable of great feats and destruction.


Why don't I-ah, dump back at your men
I am unafraid to retaliate and fight back against those who attack me and my associates.


It's M.O.P. and we at it again, ah-heh!
Together as M.O.P., we are ready to keep pushing forward and making our mark in the music industry.


I ain't clappin over your head
I am not just going to intimidate or threaten, I will take action to defend myself and those around me.


I'mma make sure I pop somethin through ya
I am willing to use violent means to defend myself and my associates.


Givin motherfuckers ulcers with lead
My violent actions and presence are causing others to feel stressed and anxious.


Have your parents and the pastor huddled over your bed
My violent actions and presence could lead to serious consequences and loss of life.


May the Lord be with you, game over, you're dead
The potential consequences of provoking me are deadly and serious.


Motherfucker!
An exclamation to emphasize the seriousness and intensity of the situation being described.




Lyrics © Royalty Network Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: C. MARTIN, E. MURRY, J. GRINNAGE

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