Game Theory
Malik B. Lyrics


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This is a game, I'm your specimen
You've got to let me know baby
So I can go, I'd have to fake it
I could not make it
You could not take it

Yeah, where I'ma start it at, look I'ma part of that
Downtown Philly where it's realer than a heart attack
It wasn't really that ill until the start of crack
Now it's a body caught every night on the Almanac
Rock bottom where them cops gotta problem at
Where them outsiders getting popped for they wallet at
I had nothin' but I made somethin' outta that
Now I'm the first out the limo like Charlie Mack
From 215 it's him the livest one
And he's representin' Philly to the fullest
Blacks the realest
You can't touch him and not for nothin'
If you bout hip hop then you gots to love it
If not then fuck it
I'm still handlin'
Smokin' more reefer than Redman and them damaging MC's
And my name's Rick Gees you endangered species
For what I do I'm about to up the fees
I'm paper-chase motivated I ain't the one to play with
These cats get set ablaze
You can't have it y'all way but I'd rather parlay
Just smoke OG and get cabbage all day
The way thought play causes your main thing to say
Your style so splendid you bout your business
You arousing my interests
You sharper than a Shogun
You know the way it go, huh, game know what I'm talkin' bout

Hus, that's short for hustlers
We Black Inc Raw Life productions
Tryin' to find our spota amongst the ruckus
And be sucker free, flea chumps and busters
Man yeah, Get 'em hus, get 'em hus, get 'em hus

Hey yo I'm tryin' to get it at any cost so it's no remorse
When I'm blastin' off like you been askin' for it
When Black step in the door all hats is off
Your hands up in the air goin' back and forth
I'm about ready for a classic massacre
I'll make it hotter than when Shaft in Africa
Jump outta a black Porsche huffin' a fat cigar
Night ridin' on 'em like my last name Hasselhoff
Voted unlikely to succeed cause my class was full
Of naysayers, cheaters and thieves
All it gave me was a good enough reason to leave
And put the writing on the wall for y'all to read it and weep
Cause I'm the force of the Lord, the rage of hell
You'd rather head for the hills and save yourselves
My Man rip drums like He ringin' the bells
The King of the Realm you seen Him do His thing in a film
Come on

Hus, that's short for hustlers
We Black Inc Raw Life productions
Tryin' to find our spota amongst the ruckus
And be sucker free, flea chumps and busters
Man yeah, Get 'em hus, get 'em hus, get 'em hus

Dreams when M16's with infrared beams
Blowin' up presidents' cribs with cans of kerosene
High-jack the limousine with a strategic routine
Then blast my enemy, head for the Caribbean
Militant guerrilla camp is ready for war
Lay your corner face down, place down your jewels cash and four four
When I score prepare for torture
Fuck around and make your town Warsaw
I'm from Illadel the land where the killas dwell
My technique is to ambush you guerrilla style
My instinct is of a killer whale bang you up from head to toe
With lyrics I pack like a nine millimal
My types subliminal mentality switched to criminal
Importing heroin internash from Senegal
A soldier takes a stripes from a general
Used the mike of iron or lead
You choose your mineral

This is a game, I'm your specimen
You've got to let me know baby
So I can go, I'd have to fake it




I could not make it
You could not take it

Overall Meaning

Malik B.'s song Game Theory is about the challenges faced by young Black men in Philadelphia, especially in the context of the drug epidemic during the 1980s and 1990s. The first verse sets the scene in a city where violence and drugs are rampant, and survival is difficult. The singer acknowledges that he is a "specimen" in the game of life, forced to navigate a system that often feels rigged against him. He emphasizes the importance of being authentic and not faking it, even though that comes with its own risks.


The second verse is a showcase for Black Thought's lyrical prowess as he raps about his determination to succeed in the face of adversity. He talks about his roots in Philadelphia and the obstacles he has overcome to achieve success in the music industry. Despite the challenges he has faced, he remains committed to his craft and is dedicated to making great music.


The third verse is a bit more abstract and explores the idea of dreams and ambitions. Here, the singer raps about using violence to achieve his goals, even if it means blowing up the "presidents' cribs." He boasts about his military training and his ability to outsmart his enemies. The verse ends with the singer bragging about his talent as a lyricist, comparing his rhymes to a deadly weapon.


Overall, Game Theory is a powerful commentary on the realities of life for young Black men in Philadelphia. The song is honest and unflinching in its depiction of violence, drugs, and poverty, but it also celebrates the resilience and determination of those who persevere despite those challenges.


Line by Line Meaning

This is a game, I'm your specimen
I am a participant in a game and you are studying me closely


You've got to let me know baby
You need to communicate your intentions to me


So I can go, I'd have to fake it
If you don't let me know, I'll have to pretend to know what's going on


I could not make it
I would be unable to succeed without your help


You could not take it
You would not be able to handle the consequences of my failure


Yeah, where I'ma start it at, look I'ma part of that
I am a part of this society and I'm starting my story here


Downtown Philly where it's realer than a heart attack
The city of Philadelphia is a dangerous place to live


It wasn't really that ill until the start of crack
Things only got worse when the drug crack became prevalent


Now it's a body caught every night on the Almanac
People are dying every day and it's a frequent occurrence


Rock bottom where them cops gotta problem at
The police have a difficult job dealing with rampant crime


Where them outsiders getting popped for they wallet at
Outsiders are vulnerable to being robbed and attacked in this area


I had nothin' but I made somethin' outta that
Despite starting with little, I managed to achieve success


Now I'm the first out the limo like Charlie Mack
I am now successful and well-known, like Charlie Mack


From 215 it's him the livest one
I am the most vibrant and exciting person from my area code


And he's representin' Philly to the fullest
I am proud to represent Philadelphia in all that I do


Blacks the realest
The black community is the most authentic and true


You can't touch him and not for nothin'
I am untouchable and unbeatable in what I do


If you bout hip hop then you gots to love it
Anyone who loves hip hop music will appreciate what I do


If not then fuck it
If you don't appreciate my music, then I don't care


I'm still handlin'
I am still in control of my life and career


Smokin' more reefer than Redman and them damaging MC's
I smoke a lot of marijuana and I am better than other rappers at destroying their careers


And my name's Rick Gees you endangered species
My name is Rick Gees and I am a rare and valuable talent


For what I do I'm about to up the fees
I am about to start charging more for my services


I'm paper-chase motivated I ain't the one to play with
I am motivated by money and I am not someone to mess with


These cats get set ablaze
Other rappers are destroyed by my talent and skill


You can't have it y'all way but I'd rather parlay
I won't let others control my career, but I would rather work collaboratively


Just smoke OG and get cabbage all day
I smoke high-quality marijuana and make a lot of money every day


The way thought play causes your main thing to say
My unique way of thinking influences the things that are most important to you


Your style so splendid you bout your business
You have an impressive style and take your work seriously


You arousing my interests
You are attracting my attention and influence


You sharper than a Shogun
You are intelligent, strategic, and skilled


You know the way it go, huh, game know what I'm talkin' bout
You understand the situation and the way things work


Hus, that's short for hustlers
Hus is a term used to refer to people who are working hard to achieve success


We Black Inc Raw Life productions
We are a music production company called Black Inc Raw Life


Tryin' to find our spota amongst the ruckus
We are working hard to become successful in a chaotic and crowded industry


And be sucker free, flea chumps and busters
We do not want to associate with dishonest or weak people


Man yeah, Get 'em hus, get 'em hus, get 'em hus
We are encouraging each other to work hard and succeed


Hey yo I'm tryin' to get it at any cost so it's no remorse
I am willing to do whatever it takes to succeed, without feeling guilty


When I'm blastin' off like you been askin' for it
I am succeeding so well that it's like I'm fulfilling the desires of my fans


When Black step in the door all hats is off
I am so successful and respected that people show me great respect


Your hands up in the air goin' back and forth
People are celebrating and showing their enthusiasm when I arrive


I'm about ready for a classic massacre
I am prepared to achieve a legendary level of success


I'll make it hotter than when Shaft in Africa
I will create something even more exciting and thrilling than the famous movie Shaft in Africa


Jump outta a black Porsche huffin' a fat cigar
I am so successful that I can afford to ride in a luxurious car and smoke an expensive cigar


Night ridin' on 'em like my last name Hasselhoff
I am riding through the city at night, like the actor David Hasselhoff in the show Knight Rider


Voted unlikely to succeed cause my class was full
People did not expect me to succeed because I was surrounded by negative influences


Of naysayers, cheaters and thieves
My classmates were pessimistic, dishonest, and untrustworthy


All it gave me was a good enough reason to leave
Being surrounded by negativity and dishonesty encouraged me to leave and seek a better life


And put the writing on the wall for y'all to read it and weep
I have become very successful and everyone who doubted me must now realize their mistake


Cause I'm the force of the Lord, the rage of hell
I am powerful and unstoppable, like the force of heaven and hell combined


You'd rather head for the hills and save yourselves
My enemies are intimidated by me and would rather run away than face me


My Man rip drums like He ringin' the bells
My friend is a talented drummer who can create exciting beats


The King of the Realm you seen Him do His thing in a film
I am a successful artist who has been seen performing in movies and music videos


Dreams when M16's with infrared beams
I dream of using high-tech weapons in my music videos and performances


Blowin' up presidents' cribs with cans of kerosene
I am so powerful that I could destroy even the homes of powerful people, like the President


High-jack the limousine with a strategic routine
I could commit a daring and strategic crime, like hijacking a limousine


Then blast my enemy, head for the Caribbean
I would then destroy my enemies and flee to a tropical destination


Militant guerrilla camp is ready for war
I am prepared to fight and will not back down


Lay your corner face down, place down your jewels cash and four four
Surrender your possessions and weapons, or face the consequences


When I score prepare for torture
If I succeed, my enemies will face brutal punishment


Fuck around and make your town Warsaw
I am so powerful that I could cause destruction on a large scale


I'm from Illadel the land where the killas dwell
I am from Philadelphia, a place known for violent crime


My technique is to ambush you guerrilla style
I am skilled at attacking my enemies by surprise


My instinct is of a killer whale bang you up from head to toe
I am ruthless and will attack my enemies relentlessly


With lyrics I pack like a nine millimal
My rap lyrics are powerful and deadly, like a gun


My types subliminal mentality switched to criminal
My mindset is focused on criminal behavior and taking risks


Importing heroin internash from Senegal
I am involved in the illegal drug trade, importing drugs from other countries


A soldier takes a stripes from a general
I am a strong and powerful soldier who has surpassed those of higher rank


Used the mike of iron or lead
I use my music and lyrics as a weapon against my enemies


You choose your mineral
You have the choice of how you want to live your life, whether good or bad




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MALIK SMART, S. STEWART, TARIK L. COLLINS

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