Robert Williams (born May 6, 1987), better known by his stage name Meek Mil… Read Full Bio ↴Robert Williams (born May 6, 1987), better known by his stage name Meek Mill, is an American rapper from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was briefly signed to T.I.'s label Grand Hustle Records and in February 2011 signed to Rick Ross' Maybach Music Group. He adopted the rap name “Meek Mill” after family and friends from his neighborhood kept referencing him by his middle name. Meek is coined as the latest rap phenomenon to come out of the city of Philadelphia.

Raised in the North Philadelphia section of the city with his sister and inspired by his mother and father; who died when he was five, Meek Mill began taking the rap game seriously at the age of 12 after losing a street battle to neighboring rappers. He says his desire to rap grew after watching his uncle Philly hip-hop pioneer Grandmaster Nell. While hanging out in his neighborhood, Meek met three guys and formed the group, “BloodHoundz,” which consisted of Mel Love, Dat Nigga Leel and Young Pooh. The group lasted for fives years and Meek ventured on his own.

With a solo career in tow, Meek became one of Philadelphia’s hottest underground rap artists on an independent label. In 2007, Meek debuted his Flamerz series, which stands for hottest songs and released his first mix tape, Flamerz 1, which featured the hit single, “In My Bag.”

In 2008, Meek debuted the highly anticipated Flamerz 2 –“Hottest In Da City,” which showcased more of his lyrical abilities with the singles, “So Fly,” “Prolli,” and “Hottest In Da City.” Upon release of Flamerz 2, it caught the attention of founder and President of 215Aphillyated Records, Charlie Mack. Mack was immediately impressed with Meek that he signed him to his management company. During the same year, he met the founder and owner of Grand Hustle, TI. TI was impressed with his lyrical ability that he offered him an opportunity to travel to Los Angeles to meet with him along with the Warner Brothers Records, within one week both record companies offered him a deal. Meek was overwhelmed by the offers; however, he felt collaborating with TI was an opportunity of a lifetime and chose his label. An ecstatic Meek was on top of the world; a record deal and the chance to work with one of hip hop’s greatest rappers and then a set back occurred. He was arrested, charged with a crime and order to serve seven months in jail.

Meek pre-released three singles from his third mix tape Flamerz 2.5 – “The Preview” in August of 2009, which featured the chart topping hits, “Make ‘Em Say,” “Imma Da Ish,” featuring Ms. Jade and “Starting Something,” in honor Michael Jackson. Within the first two weeks of its release, Clear Channel added it to their play list, which is an anomaly in the music business. In June of 2009, Meek began immediately working on his freshman album – Flamerz 3, “Hottest In America – Gangster Grill Edition,” hosted by DJ Drama and featuring the songs: “Baby Girl,” “Hottest In America,” and “I’m Killinem.” The highly anticipated cd is set to be released on January 19, 2010. Despite his stint in jail, Meek’s fans remained loyal, he currently boasts of 13 million hits on My Space and 20 million viewers on You Tube. Meek Mill has recently just signed to Rick Ross's Maybach Music Group.

In the future, Meek plans to establish the Meek Mill Foundation, which will mentor young males between the ages of 12-24 on the importance of “Education over Incarceration.” He gives a shoutout to the next artist coming up named shizz.. He also plans to collaborate with United Community Action Network and the Lifers of Graterford Prison to address the violence plaguing our cities. To learn more about Meek, you can visit the official website: www.meekmillflamerz.com and for bookings or shows, you can call Charlie Mack at 215-910-4675 or e-mail: firstoutdalimo@aol.com.

2015 - BEEF WITH DRAKE
In July 2015 Meek attempted to air out Drake for "not writing his own raps" via popular social media site Twitter. These tweets resulted in a huge reaction from the hip hop community, however, the stunt went awry when Drake (Aubrey Graham) decided to respond. Drake released the diss track "Charged Up" during an Apple Music stream and an immediate response from Meek was demanded. Funkmaster Flex announced he would debut Meek's response live on Hot97. However, the track never came. After four days there was still no sign of a response from Meek, prompting Drake to release a second diss track "Back To Back." The response to this was huge and a harsh blow to Meek's career. Two days later Meek finally released "Wanna Know." This track received largely negative reviews and it was clear to most that Drake had won the beef. On August 2nd at the annual OVOfest, Drake truly roasted Meek Mill; performing "Back To Back" in front of various memes poking fun at Meek to a raucous Toronto crowd. Many fans believed this to be the nail in the coffin spelling the end for Meek's career.

Bricks
Meek Mill Lyrics

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Hey hey hey hey hey hey hey hey hey hey hey
We getting money bitch

Thirty thousand that's a brick on me
The nigga steady hating but his bitch on me
She say she love the way
Them diamonds glist on me
You gon' need some prune juice you

Trying to shit on me

Thirty thousand, nigga that's a brick
Thirty shots up in this ladder
Nigga that's a clip north side who ya with
I got some south side shooters
That'll do you quick
I got some west side niggas
That'll move the bricks
And some east side niggas
That'll do the shit it's the hustle in the
Building we moving bitch
Diamonds in that Audemar that's
A stupid wrist ya I got stacks on deck
My nigga Me just hit me up
Said he back on deck
Everywhere I move around I keep
A strap on deck
A nigga act like it's a movie
And get clapped on set
Talking money I'm 'bout that
A nigga say it's beef I'm thinking Outback
Forty, pussies go back
I met her ten minutes
The seven with the top back

Rockstar lifestyle Mike don't make it
Bottles of Ciroc shit I might
Don't chase it
Told it to the feds that I ain't got no
My niggas only fuck with
That white they racist
We balling, I'm talking Spalding
You's a weirdo, I'm talking Carlton
At the club I tell to let me bartend
Give it to the waiter tell the
Hoes it's open bar then
I'm like hater how you been
Brought my glizzy to the club and
You know I got it in
Baby I want a ménage and I
Know you got a friend
Allergic to losing so you know I gotta win
I'm white boy fucked up
Run and tell them other pussy
Niggas that their luck's up
Trash ass bitches I'mma put them
In a dump truck you bumped up

Whip talk for me it say nigga
You ain't as strong as me
Watch talk for me it say bitch
You coming home with me
Glock talk for me it say you
Don't want to rumble me
If you swing a punch them shots
Gon' sting you like a bumblebee
You heard me that's real rap
Cocaine colored range where Phil at
When I pull up in an Aston I killed that

Shitting on these niggas I ain't
Even sign a deal yet i'm gone

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Meek Mill's song "Bricks" depict a confident and boastful persona who is focused on amassing wealth and success. The use of the phrase "thirty thousand, that's a brick" represents the value or amount of money being referenced. The lyrics suggest that despite facing hate and criticism, the singer is still able to attract women and flaunt his expensive jewelry, causing envy among others. The line "You gon' need some prune juice, you trying to shit on me" implies that it would be difficult for someone to surpass or outdo the singer's accomplishments.

The song also emphasizes the singer's connections and influence across different parts of the city, with references to shooters from different sides. This portrays a sense of power and control within his circle. The lyrics further highlight the singer's confidence and readiness to defend himself, as symbolized by carrying a firearm. The line "Everywhere I move around I keep a strap on deck, a nigga act like it's a movie and get clapped on set" suggests that anyone who tries to instigate conflict with the singer can face serious consequences.

Overall, the lyrics of "Bricks" showcase Meek Mill's braggadocious style and focus on material success, while also conveying the message that he is prepared to protect his position and is not easily challenged.

Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, BMG Rights Management, Royalty Network, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: XAVIER DOTSON, RADRIC DELANTIC DAVIS

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