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
Only Time Will Tell
Master P Lyrics
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when we die go to heaven or hell nigga)
(Only time will tell nigga
when we die go to heaven or hell nigga)
(Only time will tell nigga
when we die go to heaven or hell nigga)
(Only time will tell nigga
when we die go to heaven or hell nigga)
When i die nigga don't want to go to hell though
I been out here hustling trying to get dough
Got da game in my vein won't change
little homies on the street know my name
its the M-A-S to tha are-P
A young nigga tryin live in these ghetto streets
would I die, would I roll, would i retire young,
would a nigga get paid be the out come
its strictly for the G's so a nigga ball
thankin mama goddamn don't let your baby fall
i'm out here tryin to make me a little change
stuck in this muthafuckin dope game
would i lose tryin to keep my fuckin shoes
would a young nigga see P on the news
I done seen rappers get their fuckin cap peeled
say its mafia damn what a bad deal
so the game get hectic so i want to cheat
grab my gat kill off my enemies
I'd do fair time nigga but fuck that
I'd rather sleep, split a wig with my crome gat
'cause I ain't goin less I take two niggas wit me
niggas want P they better come and get me
I ain't hard to find it ain't a rhyme
its gonna either be your soul or mine
(Only time will tell nigga
when we die go to heaven or hell nigga)
(Only time will tell nigga
when we die go to heaven or hell nigga)
(Only time will tell nigga
when we die go to heaven or hell nigga)
(Only time will tell nigga
when we die go to heaven or hell nigga)
Niggas Die to make covers of magazines
I'd rather be unknown then dead and famous with green
The black hearse roll through da ghetto streets
I made the sign of da cross, glad it ain't me
Not fearing death, just not ready yet
two stones to my brother, may his soul rest
retaliation is a must fool (huh)
some niggas don't play by no fucking rules
in this game get so deep so we gotta ride
Mama don't trip, don't even cry
when its my time to go then I gotta leave
but while I'm here I'm gonna drink henicy and smoke weed
is there a heaven for a gansta niggas callin
trying figure out if they up there ballin
My young niggas getting paid left da earth
goddamn six feet now he's in da dirt
church bells rangin hoes sangin
my nigga's up there for gang bangin
slangin dope, pushin cocalies
got me stressin down on my knees
its a risky life wit a fast pace
but where soldiers go when they get took away
(Only time will tell nigga
when we die go to heaven or hell nigga)
(Only time will tell nigga
when we die go to heaven or hell nigga)
(Only time will tell nigga
when we die go to heaven or hell nigga)
(Only time will tell nigga
when we die go to heaven or hell nigga)
I seen angels crying so many soldiers dying
Tell me when will it end will I get to heaven
will I see my friends or will i go to hell
only time will tell
Head first in this world with my eyes impeel
unaware that these niggaz on tha streets is real
will i survive or will the cold streets shake me
will them niggas break me before the lord take me out
this son of a bitch I never want it never asked to come
trapped in a double face not a place to run
get the gun and buck it let'em know I ain't the one to fuck wit
I stuck with this rough shit
screaming tell god to make space them niggas killed my ace
and now they tryin make waste of my face
but I'm strapped up and only fifteen full of hatred
i couldn't be the next rapper faced with waste
cemetery gates all black suits and limos
family tears and flowers no more shows and videos
after parties hoes come to a cease
young thug caught one slug rest in peace
(Ughhhhh)
(Only time will tell nigga
when we die go to heaven or hell nigga)
The song "Only Time Will Tell" by Master P Mac and Sons Of Funk tackles the uncertainty and the harsh realities of life, particularly for those living in the ghetto streets. In the first verse, the lyrics express a sense of hopelessness, as the singer ponders about his future and possibility of success in a world where the odds are against him. He reflects on his involvement in the drug game, and how it poses a risk to his life. The lyrics also suggest that the only way to survive in the game is by being ruthless and taking out one's enemies. In the second verse, the song delves into a darker and more personal aspect of gang life, as the singer mourns the loss of his friends and relates his own experience of having to fight for his life on the streets. The chorus highlights the idea that death may be just around the corner, and that one's fate - whether it be hell or heaven - is uncertain.
Overall, the "Only Time Will Tell" is a powerful commentary on the struggles that the African-American community faces, particularly those who live in poverty-stricken areas where gang violence and drug addiction are prevalent. The song captures the nihilism and fatalism that often arises in such environments, where young people are confronted with the possibility of death at any moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Only time will tell nigga
We cannot predict the future with certainty.
when we die go to heaven or hell nigga
We may have to face the consequences of our actions after death.
When i die nigga don't want to go to hell though
I want to avoid the punishment of hell after I die.
I been out here hustling trying to get dough
I have been working hard to make money through illegal means.
Got da game in my vein won't change
I am deeply involved in the dangerous criminal lifestyle and cannot easily get out.
little homies on the street know my name
My reputation as a dangerous criminal has spread among the younger members of the community.
its the M-A-S to tha are-P
I am known as Master P in the streets.
A young nigga tryin live in these ghetto streets
I am a young man trying to survive in a dangerous and impoverished neighborhood.
would I die, would I roll, would i retire young,
I am faced with the possibility of dying young or leaving the criminal lifestyle behind and retiring early.
would a nigga get paid be the out come
The ultimate outcome of my criminal activities is uncertain, but I hope to make a lot of money.
its strictly for the G's so a nigga ball
I am involved in this criminal lifestyle for the respect and money it brings.
thankin mama goddamn don't let your baby fall
I am grateful to my mother for supporting me and hope to avoid getting caught or killed.
i'm out here tryin to make me a little change
I am working hard to earn some money through illegal means.
stuck in this muthafuckin dope game
I am deeply involved in the dangerous drug trade.
would i lose tryin to keep my fuckin shoes
I may risk my life in order to protect my material possessions.
would a young nigga see P on the news
I may become famous or notorious for my criminal activities.
I done seen rappers get their fuckin cap peeled
I have witnessed other rappers get killed for their involvement in criminal activities.
say its mafia damn what a bad deal
The criminal lifestyle can be dangerous and deadly, and it often leads to an early death.
so the game get hectic so i want to cheat
The criminal lifestyle is unpredictable, and I may resort to cheating to survive.
grab my gat kill off my enemies
I may have to resort to violence in order to protect myself and my criminal interests.
I'd do fair time nigga but fuck that
I am willing to serve a fair prison sentence, but I would rather avoid getting caught altogether.
I'd rather sleep, split a wig with my crome gat
I would rather die than go to prison or be caught by the police.
'cause I ain't goin less I take two niggas wit me
I am willing to die and take others down with me before I get caught by the police.
niggas want P they better come and get me
I am not afraid of those who may be looking to harm me.
I ain't hard to find it ain't a rhyme
I am not hiding from those who may be looking to harm me.
its gonna either be your soul or mine
In this dangerous criminal lifestyle, it is often a matter of life or death.
Niggas Die to make covers of magazines
Some people may do anything to gain fame and notoriety, even if it means risking their lives.
I'd rather be unknown then dead and famous with green
I would rather avoid fame and notoriety if it means risking my life.
The black hearse roll through da ghetto streets
The sight of a hearse is a reminder of the high mortality rate in dangerous neighborhoods.
I made the sign of da cross, glad it ain't me
I am relieved that I am still alive and not the one being taken away in the hearse.
Not fearing death, just not ready yet
I am not afraid of dying, but I feel that I have more to accomplish before my time comes.
two stones to my brother, may his soul rest
I am mourning the loss of my brother who has passed away.
retaliation is a must fool (huh)
I feel that I must seek revenge against those who have wronged me or my family.
some niggas don't play by no fucking rules
There are some people who will do anything to get what they want, even if it means breaking the law or hurting others.
in this game get so deep so we gotta ride
The criminal lifestyle can become very dangerous, and we must be willing to stand up for ourselves and our interests.
Mama don't trip, don't even cry
I feel bad for causing my mother to worry, but I cannot easily leave the dangerous criminal lifestyle behind.
when its my time to go then I gotta leave
I know that eventually, I will die and must face the consequences of my actions.
but while I'm here I'm gonna drink henicy and smoke weed
While I am alive, I plan to indulge in drugs and alcohol to cope with the stress and danger of the criminal lifestyle.
is there a heaven for a gansta niggas callin
I wonder if there is a place in heaven for those involved in criminal activities.
trying figure out if they up there ballin
I wonder if those who have died from criminal activities are enjoying themselves in heaven.
My young niggas getting paid left da earth
My young associates have made a lot of money from criminal activities but have since passed away.
goddamn six feet now he's in da dirt
My associate is now buried in the ground after his death.
church bells rangin hoes sangin
The funeral procession is taking place.
my nigga's up there for gang bangin
My associate is being remembered for his involvement in criminal activities.
slangin dope, pushin cocalies
My associate was involved in the drug trade before his death.
got me stressin down on my knees
The death of my associates has left me feeling upset and worried about my own mortality.
its a risky life wit a fast pace
The criminal lifestyle is very dangerous and can be very stressful.
but where soldiers go when they get took away
I wonder where those who die from criminal activities end up after death.
I seen angels crying so many soldiers dying
I have witnessed the deaths of many people involved in criminal activities.
Tell me when will it end will I get to heaven
I am questioning whether I will ever escape the dangerous criminal lifestyle and go to heaven.
will I see my friends or will i go to hell
I am wondering what will happen to me after I die and whether I will see those who have passed away.
Only time will tell
We cannot predict the future with certainty.
Head first in this world with my eyes impeel
I am navigating the dangerous criminal lifestyle with caution.
unaware that these niggaz on tha streets is real
I am unaware that there are people on the street who are not to be trusted.
will i survive or will the cold streets shake me
I am wondering if I will be able to survive the dangerous and unpredictable criminal lifestyle.
will them niggas break me before the lord take me out
I am worried that those who wish to harm me will succeed before I have the chance to leave the criminal lifestyle.
this son of a bitch I never want it never asked to come
I did not choose to be born into a life of poverty and danger.
trapped in a double face not a place to run
I am stuck in a life of crime and cannot easily escape.
get the gun and buck it let'em know I ain't the one to fuck wit
I am willing to use violence to protect myself and my interests.
I stuck with this rough shit
I have chosen to remain involved in the dangerous criminal lifestyle.
screaming tell god to make space them niggas killed my ace
I am mourning the loss of my friend who has been killed by those who wish to harm me.
and now they tryin make waste of my face
Those who wish to harm me are attempting to end my life.
but I'm strapped up and only fifteen full of hatred
I am a young man who is angry and filled with hatred for those who wish to harm me.
i couldn't be the next rapper faced with waste
I do not want to meet the same violent fate as other rappers who have been killed.
cemetery gates all black suits and limos
The funeral procession is taking place.
family tears and flowers no more shows and videos
My associates who have died will no longer be able to pursue their dreams of fame and fortune.
after parties hoes come to a cease
After the death of my associates, the parties and celebrations have come to an end.
young thug caught one slug rest in peace
My associate has been killed and is now at peace.
(Ughhhhh)
Exclamation of frustration or anger.
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