Master P lived in New Orleans' infamous Calliope Projects as a child. He ha… Read Full Bio ↴Master P lived in New Orleans' infamous Calliope Projects as a child. He has two brothers, Vyshonn (rapper Silkk the Shocker) and Corey (rapper C Murder). His parents divorced, and he split his time between his father's family in New Orleans, and his mother in Richmond, California. He attended the University of Houston on a basketball scholarship, but left and returned to Richmond to live with his mother and study business at Merritt Junior College in nearby Oakland.

In 1989, he inherited $10,000 from his grandfather and opened a record store called No Limit, which he later converted to a record label. He used the label to promote his first album in 1991. The label has released and produced albums by other artists such as Snoop Dogg, Mystikal, and Miller's siblings and son.

He is also an actor and film producer, appearing in both movies and television. He has made guest appearances on "CSI: NY", "OZ", "Moesha", and his son's series "Romeo". His film appearances include the comedy "Uncle P," "I Got the Hook-Up," the action film "Hollywood Homicide", and computer hacking movie "Takedown". He also made a brief and uncredited appearance in "Scary Movie 3." He has also recently starred in a low-budget comedy film called "Black Supaman," featuring appearances from an all star cast of comedians

Best Hustler
Master P Lyrics

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[Intro]
It's the return of a living legend mayne; I done did it once
And you ain't never seen nobody do it again huh?
You gotta love it, cause it's real mayne
This for everybody out there searchin for somethin
Ain't nothin wrong with makin it out
Stay focused, get what you can get man and keep movin
Never look back

[Master P]
How could a nigga shoot enough callings of the clip and kill three
One hit away I'm here for a reason this was meant to be
Most niggaz want titles and they, rap for fame
I'm the Ghetto Bill gangsta, best hustling in the rap game
Homies run they mouth in the hood like Jose Canseco
'fore they steal raw cream that I keep up in my Saints coat
I put the Cali on the map my nigga
And I'll never kiss radio or TV ass, I'll go back to slangin pillars
And most niggaz they'll bust under pressure
Don't matter how much money you got, police'll still sweat ya
When you black and rich and you rollin and you ballin
I got golds in my mouth and I'm reppin New Orleans
They say he, young and he crazy and his brother doin a bid
I had changed my life, I'm tryin to be here for these kids
But, most niggaz'll still point the finger
And take yo' kindness for weakness 'til a motherfucker bang ya

[Interlude]
Call all hip hop dot coms, The Source, the Vibe, XXL, Murder Dog
I'm not lookin for stripes or stars my nigga, I gets paper, why'know?
When I do a deal it's not a licensing deal, IT'S ME
I gets my money! Cause I'm a hustler
But anybody think they can get rid of me
Man I ain't goin nowhere 'til I'm done with this - you feel me?
And then I'ma sic my son on y'all, ya heard me?

[Master P]
Real niggaz see through these fakers so it's time to expose 'em
You can't come from the radio or suburb and
Try to hold these streets down, seen niggaz get beat down
Scarface and Jake, put this out on the map, I got a piece now
Made over fo' hundred million and change
Still kept it real, never disrespected the game
And y'all niggaz know how I, love Atlanta
But it's mo' to the South what about Florida and Alabama
Mississippi, Louisiana, St. Louis - "Country Grammar"
Tennessee and Texas, Billy Boys rollin Phantoms
Oklahoma, Arkansas, Carolina to Kentucky
Dem Boyz got golds, candy paint on buttons
Even doe Lil Wayne, and Baby like to stunt
They still stayed humble and Cash Money blew up
Three 6 got a chance, Young Buck kept it real
Now we connected this thing from New Orleans to Ca$hville

[Interlude]
And most of these youngsters, they forget where they came from
If it wasn't, labels like Rap-A-Lot, there wouldn't be no, No Limit
And then No Limit opened the doors for the rest of South so
It's like, this whole "Bout it Bout It" thang man was like a movement
But it was real because it ain't like battlin on records man
It's about livin it's about survivin it's about go and get paper ya feel me?

[Master P]
I stole my first car, with a nigga named Herb
If I thank I seen the police I put it to the curb
We was, young and buckwild in the hood havin fun
A van drove by and my boy caught one
My heart poundin, I was chasin the past
I seen Martin Luther King and Jesus Christ by the brass
I'm so glad Josie decide not to have that abortion
And put me in a can or even take me to the ocean
Seen so many crack babies get high and mothers give up
Man I'm a No Limit Soldier, I had to get up
My boy Boz had a lil' change, I had a lil' change
Fuck we put it together den we jumped up in the game
Then Big Momma told me boy you gon' be a star
But I never thought I'd make it from the hood and go so far
My pops told me son you gotta watch them haters
You could survive the game and bounce back but don't fuck with fakers

[Outro]
Maaan, I coulda been did this shit but I'm not on no industry shit my nigga
I had to find me, I had to find who I wanted to be
I did this shit ten years still here, 75 million records nigga
I don't see no nigga out there could top that or try
But if you can my nigga and you do then that's cool too
But I'm not gon' never disrespect when another nigga come up
Or never forget where I came from my nigga
That's what this about, this about teachin mayne
Savin these kids, you know
I ain't battle rappin, I ain't sittin around here tryin to make a gimmick
This me man I ain't tryin to be the best rapper
I'm tryin to be the best hustler, ever came to the rap game, you feel me?
That's my title my nigga if you gotta give me one, I'm 'bout gettin paper
I just throw it up to my boy Myke Diesel for hookin me up with this dope mayne

We out this bitch mayne, or should I say we back in this motherfucker
You feel me?

Overall Meaning

The song "Best Hustler" by Master P is a powerful reflection on his rise to fame and success as a rapper from New Orleans. The lyrics describe the struggles he faced in the streets as a young man, his journey to becoming a successful artist, and his commitment to staying true to himself and life at his core. In the intro, Master P introduces himself as a living legend and talks about how he's done things that no one else could ever do. He urges people to never lose sight of their goals and to keep pushing forward, no matter what obstacles may come their way.

Throughout the song, Master P boasts about being the "best hustler in the rap game," referring to his ability to make money and achieve success. He reflects on his past and talks about how he stole his first car with a friend, named Herb, but was able to overcome the odds to become one of the most successful rappers of all time. He emphasizes his commitment to staying loyal to his roots and to never forgetting where he came from, despite his success.

Overall, "Best Hustler" is a powerful examination of the ups and downs of Master P's life and is an inspiring message about the importance of hard work and perseverance in achieving one's goals.

Line by Line Meaning

How could a nigga shoot enough callings of the clip and kill three
Master P is reflecting on how he was able to overcome challenges and adversity in his life, such as violence in his community.

Most niggaz want titles and they, rap for fame
Master P believes that many artists are focused on achieving fame and recognition, rather than staying true to themselves and their experiences.

Homies run they mouth in the hood like Jose Canseco
Master P is critical of those who gossip instead of focusing on their own goals and aspirations.

I put the Cali on the map my nigga
Master P takes pride in his contributions to hip hop, especially his influence on the West Coast music scene.

And most niggaz they'll bust under pressure
Master P believes that many people are not strong enough to handle the pressure and challenges of life, especially in the music industry.

I'm tryin to be here for these kids
Master P is committed to being a positive role model and leader in his community, especially for young people who may face obstacles and challenges.

Real niggaz see through these fakers so it's time to expose 'em
Master P is critical of those who are not genuine or authentic, and believes that they need to be exposed for who they really are.

If it wasn't, labels like Rap-A-Lot, there wouldn't be no, No Limit
Master P recognizes the contributions of other record labels and artists in the development and success of his own label and career.

But I'm not gon' never disrespect when another nigga come up
Master P believes in supporting and uplifting others who are trying to succeed and achieve their goals, and will never put them down or disrespect them.

This me man I ain't tryin to be the best rapper, I'm tryin to be the best hustler, ever came to the rap game, you feel me?
Master P is focused on being successful and achieving wealth through hard work and determination, rather than solely on his skills as a rapper.

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