MGK released his fifth album, Tickets to My Downfall, in 2020; it marked a complete departure from hip hop and entry into pop punk. It debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, the only rock album to do so that year, and contained the single "My Ex's Best Friend (with blackbear)", which reached number 20 on the Hot 100. He achieved similar commercial success with its follow up mainstream sellout (2022).
MGK had his first starring role in the romantic drama Beyond the Lights (2014), and since appeared in the techno-thriller Nerve (2016), the horror Bird Box (2018), the comedy Big Time Adolescence and portrayed Tommy Lee in the biopic The Dirt (both 2019).
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Studio albums
Lace Up (2012)
General Admission (2015)
bloom (2017)
Hotel Diablo (2019)
Tickets to My Downfall (2020)
mainstream sellout (2022)
Deluxes Versions
Lace Up (Deluxe) (2012)
General Admission (Deluxe) (2015)
bloom (Deluxe) (2017)
Tickets To My Downfall (SOLD OUT Deluxe) (2020)
mainstream sellout (life in pink deluxe) (2022)
Mixtapes and EP's
Stamp of Approval (2007)
Homecoming (2008)
100 Words and Running (2010)
Lace Up! (2010)
Rage Pack (2011)
Half Naked & Almost Famous - EP (2012)
EST 4 Life (2012)
Black Flag (2013)
Fuck It (2015)
BINGE (2018)
lockdown sessions (2022)
EST 4 Life
MGK Lyrics
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And the whole gang's in here, yeah, bitch (bitch)
OK, EST for life, 40 motherfuckin' days
I hustled, 40 nights
I got 40 deep behind me, ain't a motherfuckin' nice
40 swishas, 40 bitches, went from motherfuckin' rice
All them bitches know what's up, EST we run it now
And if you think that I'm lying, better go ask somebody
I'm just one out of a million, laced up, tatted, ridin' shawty
[Chorus]
OK now all I know is this hustle
All I want is that cream
If you ain't riding then fuck you
All I gots my team
Screaming EST (what the fuck)
EST (what the fuck)
EST (what the fuck)
EST (what the fuck)
OK I do it all for my city
All I know's these streets
Throw it up if you with me
And until I rest in peace!
I'm screaming EST (what the fuck)
EST (what the fuck)
EST (what the fuck)
EST (what the fuck)
OK, OK, I see they hide when we come 'round get the fuck down
I am from the city where they bow, love that gun sound
I am from the city where they ride 'til the sun down
Where they die by this tattoo, I rep nine so whats up now?
Its that reckless generation, EST my nation
Motherfuck your time you taking, you know Cleveland's my location,
Straight shots with no chasing, fuck 'em all in they faces,
They were sleeping on that shit I spit so I hawk spit in their faces
I cant take it, everybody better get in their places,
Me and all of mine are looking like gorillas
We fitted in all black you would think we racist,
Light it up like its Vegas, shuttin' down all that fake shit,
And not a damn one of these haters show they faces they like Craigslist
Must let it be known
If you pullin' up in my city you better holla 'daddy I'm home'
Yeah, we hustle like no other
No love and no supper 19 double X forever
[Chorus]
These mothafuckas don't know what the fuck going on
Its EST for life know what I'm sayin'
We gon' ride together get high together and best believe we gon' die together
I go by the name of DJ Xplosive and I'm stayin' for this shit
Aye Kells, Dubo, Slim G fuck these hatin' ass niggas
Either they run wit us or they run from us
Let me know put them L's up lace the fuck up
The song EST 4 Life by MGK talks about his loyalty to his group EST (Everyone Stands Together) for life. MGK describes the trials he went through when he started hustling, how he was able to bring together like-minded individuals to form a team that supports and protects each other. He talks about shutting things down and being the one to have the power, and that everyone wants to ride with them, but they can only be with the EST team if they are loyal and ride or die just like them. A phrase that stands out in this song is, "Me and all of mine are looking like gorillas" which can be interpreted as a sign of power, strength, and unity. EST for life is more than just a phrase. It is a lifestyle and a mindset that shows unity, loyalty, and devotion to a particular group.
Line by Line Meaning
Let's bring some reality to it,
Let's be real about what's happening.
And the whole gang's in here, yeah, bitch (bitch)
The entire gang is here and we're not afraid to use strong language.
OK, EST for life, 40 motherfuckin' days
We live the EST lifestyle forever, and we've been hustling for 40 days.
I hustled, 40 nights
I've been hustling for 40 nights straight.
I got 40 deep behind me, ain't a motherfuckin' nice
I have a strong support system behind me, and it's not to be messed with.
40 swishas, 40 bitches, went from motherfuckin' rice
I've come a long way from my humble beginnings, and now I have plenty of resources.
Shut it down, EST we shut it down
We're so good, we're shutting everything down.
All them bitches know what's up, EST we run it now
Everyone knows we're in charge now.
And if you think that I'm lying, better go ask somebody
If you don't believe me, go ask anyone who's with me.
I'm just one out of a million, laced up, tatted, ridin' shawty
I'm one of many, but I'm always ready to ride shotgun with my crew.
OK now all I know is this hustle
All I care about is hustling and making money.
All I want is that cream
All I want is money.
If you ain't riding then fuck you
If you're not with us, then we don't care about you.
All I gots my team
All I need is my crew.
Screaming EST (what the fuck)
We're always representing EST and we don't care what anyone else thinks.
OK I do it all for my city
Everything I do is for my city.
All I know's these streets
I'm familiar with every inch of these streets.
Throw it up if you with me
Throw up the EST sign if you're with me.
And until I rest in peace!
I'll keep doing this until I die.
I'm screaming EST (what the fuck)
I'm always representing EST and I don't care what anyone else thinks.
OK, OK, I see they hide when we come 'round get the fuck down
People know to stay out of our way when we're around.
I am from the city where they bow, love that gun sound
I'm from a city where guns are prevalent and people show respect.
I am from the city where they ride 'til the sun down
I'm from a city where people stay up all night grinding.
Where they die by this tattoo, I rep nine so whats up now?
People are willing to die for this lifestyle and I represent the number nine.
Its that reckless generation, EST my nation
We're young and reckless, but united under the EST name.
Motherfuck your time you taking, you know Cleveland's my location
We don't care about anyone else's time or opinions, we're proud to rep Cleveland.
Straight shots with no chasing, fuck 'em all in they faces
We don't need anything to soften the blow, we're going all out and anyone who doesn't like it can deal with it.
They were sleeping on that shit I spit so I hawk spit in their faces
People didn't realize how good I was, but now I'm showing off and proving them wrong.
I cant take it, everybody better get in their places
Everyone needs to prepare themselves because we're coming through.
Me and all of mine are looking like gorillas
My crew looks intimidating and ready to take on anyone.
We fitted in all black you would think we racist
We wear all black and look scary, but it has nothing to do with racism.
Light it up like its Vegas, shuttin' down all that fake shit
We're lighting up the town and putting an end to anything fake or insincere.
And not a damn one of these haters show they faces they like Craigslist
All the people who talk trash about us hide behind fake profiles and are too afraid to show their faces.
Must let it be known
This needs to be said and acknowledged.
If you pullin' up in my city you better holla 'daddy I'm home'
If you come to my city, you better show some respect and let me know you're here.
Yeah, we hustle like no other
We work harder than anyone else.
No love and no supper 19 double X forever
We don't need love or food, we only need EST and we'll rep it forever.
These mothafuckas don't know what the fuck going on
People don't understand what we're about.
Its EST for life know what I'm sayin'
We're committed to EST for life, if you know what I mean.
We gon' ride together get high together and best believe we gon' die together
We'll stick together no matter what and even die for each other if necessary.
I go by the name of DJ Xplosive and I'm stayin' for this shit
I'm a prominent member of the movement and I'm not going anywhere.
Aye Kells, Dubo, Slim G fuck these hatin' ass niggas
We don't care about anyone who hates on us, including these specific individuals.
Either they run wit us or they run from us
Either support us or get out of our way.
Let me know put them L's up lace the fuck up
Show your support for EST and get ready to work hard alongside us.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., THE ADMINISTRATION MP INC
Written by: Brandon Allen, Eric Allen, EST 19XX Productions, Richard Colson Baker
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@gyaltsenpradhan6762
whose out here listening to old mgk songs during quarantine 2020
@jasonkueper7490
Hells yes! EST for LIFE! Sending love from PHILLY!!
@slipjones302
Let’s gooooo
@creepyboy2089
EST for LIFE!
@merenpn2908
Got one!!
Est. 19XX
@chrisgarman4106
Man its EST or not
@ryandarienzo6793
10 years later this still goes hard af… where my EST family at??
@Darealbr1zzyy
Yessssirrrr
@raulcampoverde3159
Dipped when he started painting he’s nails and covered he’s est tatoo
@user-kj1fn4yh8k
EST 4 life🚨🔥