Wanna Be Like Him
Mashonda Lyrics

N. -is for that nigga, who keeps banging... banging
N represents the rapper N.O.R.E who is known for his aggressive and energetic performances.

O. -is for outstanding everyday... everyday
O represents N.O.R.E's everyday life, which is outstanding and noteworthy.

R. -is for ridiculous crazy... so crazy
R represents N.O.R.E's wild and unpredictable behavior, which is often ridiculous and crazy.

E. -is for extraordinary ways... everyway 'rideout'
E represents N.O.R.E's exceptional talents and abilities, which he showcases in his music and performances. 'Rideout' refers to the energy and excitement he brings to his shows.

They want to be like you, smoke like you, live like you But they can't fuck with, thug like him, dro like him If you forgot the name, and you been wondering it's N.O.R.E, N.O.R.E
The chorus emphasizes how people try to emulate N.O.R.E's style and way of life but cannot match his level of toughness and drug abuse. The repetition of his name highlights his fame and popularity.

Ayo these chicks love me, and even though I got chubby Mommy see me in the club want pop bubble I'm like yo ma stop it, cause I'm a smirnoff rocket I'm loving my life, and never out of pocket
N.O.R.E boasts about his sexual appeal to women despite his weight gain. He rejects advances from one woman in particular and describes himself as a 'smirnoff rocket,' alluding to his wild and flashy lifestyle. He also asserts his financial stability and contentment.

I fuck dogstyle chick, I'm thugged out and rich I drink henny that's the same shit that I piss And I don't care about a ice wrist, I got a ice pick Plus a ice chick, she suck ice dick
N.O.R.E brags about his sexual conquests and references his tough persona and wealth. He dismisses the importance of flashy jewelry and mentions his ice pick, a symbol of his willingness to defend himself. He also objectifies a woman he is involved with.

God favorite so the stay attracted And you could fuck with the guard or get subtracted I'll have you hideout, like when thugged out slide out These niggaz listen like when swizz scream rideout N.O.R, twenties on rims on ill car You could ask Def Jam they inherited a star You see I take flicks, and we hit the knick chicks Bag twenties and sell them in the hood for Nick's
N.O.R.E claims he is close to God and attracts success and attention. He warns those who oppose him that they will be removed from his life. He references his involvement in dangerous activities and how he is respected by others in his community. He asserts his value as a successful artist and implies that he has made others rich as well. He also references taking pictures and sleeping with young women before selling drugs in his neighborhood.

It's still bang bang, yeah mommy it's still the samething And you could feel on my jock, and see I'm all cock And we could chill on your block, why not Niggaz love me anywhere, a hood I'm there I told nigga last year, that I ain't care You acting like the little nigga break yo, still don't care Whoa so if you with it, I can hit it and go And call you from the hood later, after hugging some doe N.O I keep it all good, I smoke more wood And as far as my chicks, I keep them all hood One time jake chase me, I started to dip them And when I ran by shortie, she started to trip'em Damn shortie "what" we've been through a lot together I even had you on the block slinging rocks together It's not a stress day, so I'm hit the expressway Meet you at your crib in a hour, with a dress tray
N.O.R.E references his gritty and dangerous lifestyle and invites a woman to hang out with him. He claims to be well-liked and in control of his life, even when facing consequences. He hints at his sexual prowess and describes his preference for women from his neighborhood. He recalls being chased by the police and interacting with an old friend before offering to bring her a gift. He implies that his life is not stressful and that he is able to quickly move from one situation to the next with ease.

I'm from Q.U. double E.N.S The first nigga selling crack with a black g.s I like the lex, nigga so I copped the shit And now it's summer time now, so I dropped the shit Whatever, you want beef, better get it together Cause I can have niggaz follow you and blast your leather You see we thugged out, and got whips with dip dishes Go head and keep fronting, you could sleep with the fishies It go...
N.O.R.E gives background information on his upbringing and criminal past. He discusses his preference for luxury cars and his willingness to let go of them in the summer. He issues a warning to those who may want to start a conflict with him and implies that he has connections to dangerous people. He references his tough persona and expensive possessions before making a violent threat to those who challenge him.