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, โBloodHoundz,โ 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 Philadelphiaโs 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, โIn My Bag.โ
In 2008, Meek debuted the highly anticipated Flamerz 2 โโHottest In Da City,โ which showcased more of his lyrical abilities with the singles, โSo Fly,โ โProlli,โ and โHottest In Da City.โ 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 hopโs 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 โ โThe Previewโ in August of 2009, which featured the chart topping hits, โMake โEm Say,โ โImma Da Ish,โ featuring Ms. Jade and โStarting Something,โ 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 โ Flamerz 3, โHottest In America โ Gangster Grill Edition,โ hosted by DJ Drama and featuring the songs: โBaby Girl,โ โHottest In America,โ and โIโm Killinem.โ The highly anticipated cd is set to be released on January 19, 2010. Despite his stint in jail, Meekโs 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 โEducation over Incarceration.โ 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.
Burn
Meek Mill Lyrics
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Oh God (boy)
Yeah, G.O.O.D. (MMG, nigga)
Chain all V.S. I ain't with the B.S
Catch me in your city riding hard through the B.X
Skinny nigga but I do it large like a 3X
The last nigga tried to do me wrong, umm, he checked
Or prolly catchin' mileage while the pilot steer the P-Jet (woah)
'Cause we next and we flex like
90PX (woah), workin' all night, no breaks or a recess
Vroom vroom, yeah I know my car sound like a T-Rex
Bitch, I'm twenty three years old and I ain't ridin' in a Prius (swerve)
My cousin finished school can't believe he graduated (boy)
Threw him twenty thousand dollars told his ass congratulations (ah)
'Cause, me? I wasn't made for that shit
But I could prolly hire him and who all paid for his shit
And to all the hoes that was dissin', I pray to God that you see me
I'm on a yacht getting hella high, smokin' good, that seaweed
Bad bitch in her cha-cha, grabbin' on her chi-chi's
Million dollar deals on my email, you mad as hell you ain't CC'ed
Chain all V.S., bitch, you knows it's B.S., boy I run my city
End of story, nigga P.S
All white Maybach, Green Bay, they packin'
Y'all niggas was slackin' 'member the hard nights we trappin'
And they say life's a game of chess, you can play checkers all on my jacket
Cause it's Damier and we bombs away on y'all big rappers
I say, "Yeah, nigga, I murder that", Panamera, inserted back
Niggas say they want beef well where the fuck is my burger at?
I got white, was servin' that, I been to jail I ain't goin' back
I alley-oop your bitch off that backboard, she throw it back
I slam dunk in that pussy, Blake Griffin'd your ho, nigga
Maybach with Ricky Ross, my chain rock like I know, Jigga
Thats cause I do ho, shout out to my new ho
That pussy pink like Nuvo and I dog that, Cujo
Niggas wanna talk, what they gon' say? (gon' say)
I hit the pedal 'til that motherfucka break ('til it break)
Freaky bitches love the money I make
And to live like this you motherfucka's gotta pay (boy, yeah)
So let that shit burn (burn)
Let that shit burn (burn), I'ma let that shit burn (burn)
Let that shit burn (burn, gasoline)
The roof on fire (oh God), I'm only gettin' higher (swerve)
Fifty racks all in my pocket (swerve, boy)
I want bottles, I'ma let that shit burn
Bitch, I had one shot and I ain't blow it
Ridin' 'til the wheels fall off and they tow it
I got green on top of green damn its looking like I grow it
D-Town the hood behind me like a king cobra
Burn, bitch, I let it burn, bitch
My money straighter than a motherfuckin' perm, bitch
No navigation you can see that it's my turn, chyeah (swerve, swerve)
Shorty give me all that brain still ain't never learned shit
Oh that's your girl? Damn, nigga, you ain't learn shit
She naked in my studio I'm on that Howard Stern shit
Yup, I swear that MAC-10 is my barbell, Finally Famous, the cartel
Hit your girl in my whip and now that pussy got the new car smell
Same shit, different day I ain't broke no more, it's a different day
Don't turn me down I got shit to say
My purp strong, like it's liftin' weightss
It's Sean Don sippin' Chandon I got a bad bitch with them pom-pom's
My Rollie don't tick-tock, your shit sound like a time bomb (boom, boom)
Lil' bitch (bitch, bitch)
Niggas wanna talk, what they gon' say? (gon' say)
I hit the pedal 'til that motherfucka break ('til it break)
Freaky bitches love the money I make
And to live like this (boy), you motherfucka's gotta pay
So let that shit burn (burn)
Let that shit burn (burn, gasoline)
I'ma let that shit burn (burn), let that shit burn (burn, gasoline)
The roof on fire (God), I'm only gettin' higher
Fifty racks all in my pocket, I want bottles, I'ma let that shit burn (burn)
Let that shit burn (burn, gasoline)
I'ma let that shit burn (burn), let that shit burn (burn, gasoline)
The roof on fire (God), I'm only gettin' higher
Fifty racks all in my pocket, I want bottles, I'ma let that shit burn (burn)
In Meek Mill's song Burn, the rapper speaks about his rise to fame while staying true to his roots. He boasts about his successful music career while also acknowledging the struggles he faced growing up. Meek Mill prides himself on his luxury lifestyle and affluent possessions. When he mentions "chain all V.S. I ain't with the B.S," he is referring to his expensive jewelry, including a chain with V.S. diamonds. He confidently states his power by saying "boy I run my city" and "I got green on top of green, damn it's looking like I grow it." Meek reflects on his past troubles and the need to constantly work hard to achieve his success, saying "I hit the pedal 'til that motherfucka break."
The chorus of the song, "So let that shit burn, let that shit burn, gasoline" emphasizes Meek's determination to rise to the top and continue to thrive. He compares his success to a fire that only continues to burn stronger. His desire for luxury and success is clear as he says, "Fifty racks all in my pocket, I want bottles, I'ma let that shit burn."
Overall, Burn is a declaration of Meek Mill's power, success, and determination to continue to grow and thrive in the music industry.
Line by Line Meaning
God (yeah)
Acknowledging a higher power or authority (yeah)
Oh God (boy)
Expressing surprise or astonishment (boy)
Yeah, G.O.O.D. (MMG, nigga)
Referring to the artist's affiliations and crew (MMG, nigga)
Chain all V.S. I ain't with the B.S
Wearing expensive jewelry and not participating in falsehoods
Catch me in your city riding hard through the B.X
Showing determination and persistence in navigating through difficult situations
Skinny nigga but I do it large like a 3X
Proving that appearances can be deceiving, achieving greatness despite physical stature
The last nigga tried to do me wrong, umm, he checked
Ensuring that those who wronged him faced consequences and learned a lesson
Right back to that money slingin' O's in the p-jects (yeah)
Returning to making money in the neighborhood projects
Or prolly catchin' mileage while the pilot steer the P-Jet (woah)
Likely traveling long distances while someone else handles the private jet
'Cause we next and we flex like 90PX (woah),
Highlighting their position as the next big thing and flaunting their success
workin' all night, no breaks or a recess
Dedicating long hours without rest or breaks
Vroom vroom, yeah I know my car sound like a T-Rex
Indicating the loud and powerful engine of his car
Bitch, I'm twenty three years old and I ain't ridin' in a Prius (swerve)
Asserting his success and refusal to settle for less
My cousin finished school can't believe he graduated (boy)
Expressing pride in his cousin's educational achievement
Threw him twenty thousand dollars told his ass congratulations (ah)
Rewarding his cousin's accomplishment with a significant sum of money
'Cause, me? I wasn't made for that shit
Acknowledging that he was destined for something greater
But I could prolly hire him and who all paid for his shit
Recognizing his ability to financially support his cousin and others
And to all the hoes that was dissin', I pray to God that you see me
Wishing for his detractors to witness his success and regret their actions
I'm on a yacht getting hella high, smokin' good, that seaweed
Enjoying luxurious experiences while indulging in recreational substances
Bad bitch in her cha-cha, grabbin' on her chi-chi's
Referring to a seductive woman and highlighting their physical attributes
Million dollar deals on my email, you mad as hell you ain't CC'ed
Reveling in lucrative business opportunities and causing envy in others
Chain all V.S., bitch, you knows it's B.S., boy I run my city
Asserting dominance in his hometown with expensive jewelry and dismissing any doubts
End of story, nigga P.S
Closing off any further debate or discussion, adding a final remark (P.S.)
All white Maybach, Green Bay, they packin'
Referring to his luxurious car and associating it with the Packers football team
Y'all niggas was slackin' 'member the hard nights we trappin'
Reminiscing about the times when they were hustling and highlighting their work ethic
And they say life's a game of chess, you can play checkers all on my jacket
Comparing life to a strategic game and boasting about his success and wealth
Cause it's Damier and we bombs away on y'all big rappers
Referencing the pattern on his clothing and claiming superiority over other prominent rappers
I say, 'Yeah, nigga, I murder that', Panamera, inserted back
Boasting about his skills in the rap game and the luxurious car he drives
Niggas say they want beef well where the fuck is my burger at?
Challenging those who claim to want confrontation and demanding action
I got white, was servin' that, I been to jail I ain't goin' back
Acknowledging his involvement in drug dealing and stating his determination to avoid returning to jail
I alley-oop your bitch off that backboard, she throw it back
Bringing a girl to his place and engaging in sexual activities
I slam dunk in that pussy, Blake Griffin'd your ho, nigga
Referring to sexual prowess and comparing it to a basketball player's iconic move
Maybach with Ricky Ross, my chain rock like I know, Jigga
Driving a luxurious car with his associate Rick Ross and displaying expensive jewelry like Jay-Z
Thats cause I do ho, shout out to my new ho
Proudly engaging in promiscuous behavior and acknowledging current sexual partners
That pussy pink like Nuvo and I dog that, Cujo
Referring to the color and taste of a woman's genitals, and expressing dominance in sexual encounters
Niggas wanna talk, what they gon' say? (gon' say)
Challenging those who have negative opinions or criticisms
I hit the pedal 'til that motherfucka break ('til it break)
Accelerating with full force until the pedal or vehicle breaks
Freaky bitches love the money I make
Attracting sexually adventurous women due to his wealth and success
And to live like this you motherfucka's gotta pay (boy, yeah)
Emphasizing that a luxurious lifestyle comes with a price and demands financial obligations
So let that shit burn (burn)
Allowing negative situations or people to suffer the consequences
The roof on fire (oh God), I'm only gettin' higher (swerve)
Experiencing immense success and continuously reaching new heights
Fifty racks all in my pocket (swerve, boy)
Having a significant amount of money on hand
I want bottles, I'ma let that shit burn
Desiring expensive bottles of alcohol and expressing willingness to spend lavishly
Bitch, I had one shot and I ain't blow it
Making the most of a single opportunity without wasting it
Ridin' 'til the wheels fall off and they tow it
Continuing on a journey until there is nothing left or until it is forcibly stopped
I got green on top of green damn its looking like I grow it
Indicating a significant amount of money, as if it were growing like plants
D-Town the hood behind me like a king cobra
Having the support and loyalty of his hometown community, comparing himself to a powerful snake
Burn, bitch, I let it burn, bitch
Causing destruction or failure to those who oppose him
My money straighter than a motherfuckin' perm, bitch
Stating that his finances are well-managed and abundantly secure
No navigation you can see that it's my turn, chyeah (swerve, swerve)
Declaring that it is his time to shine and lead, implying his position of power
Shorty give me all that brain still ain't never learned shit
Engaging with a woman sexually and insinuating that she lacks intelligence or growth
Oh that's your girl? Damn, nigga, you ain't learn shit
Mocking someone who claims ownership over a woman, implying infidelity or disloyalty
She naked in my studio I'm on that Howard Stern shit
Revealing that a woman is comfortable being undressed in his presence, drawing a comparison to a provocative radio host
Yup, I swear that MAC-10 is my barbell, Finally Famous, the cartel
Claiming possession of a powerful firearm and associating with a prominent record label
Hit your girl in my whip and now that pussy got the new car smell
Having sexual encounters with someone else's girlfriend and describing the effect it has on her
Same shit, different day I ain't broke no more, it's a different day
Expressing that each day may seem repetitive, but his financial situation has vastly improved
Don't turn me down I got shit to say
Requesting attention and indicating that he has important or valuable information to share
My purp strong, like it's liftin' weightss
Referring to a potent strain of marijuana and likening its strength to weightlifting
It's Sean Don sippin' Chandon I got a bad bitch with them pom-pom's
Enjoying champagne as a wealthy and influential figure, accompanied by an attractive woman
My Rollie don't tick-tock, your shit sound like a time bomb (boom, boom)
Boasting about his high-end watch and demeaning someone else's inferior timepiece
Lil' bitch (bitch, bitch)
An offensive and derogatory term used to address a woman
Niggas wanna talk, what they gon' say? (gon' say)
Challenging those who have negative opinions or criticisms
I hit the pedal 'til that motherfucka break ('til it break)
Accelerating with full force until the pedal or vehicle breaks
Freaky bitches love the money I make
Attracting sexually adventurous women due to his wealth and success
And to live like this (boy), you motherfucka's gotta pay
Emphasizing that a luxurious lifestyle comes with a price and demands financial obligations
So let that shit burn (burn)
Allowing negative situations or people to suffer the consequences
Let that shit burn (burn), I'ma let that shit burn (burn)
Indicating a passive approach to negative circumstances, letting them play out and self-destruct
Let that shit burn (burn, gasoline)
Allowing the negativity to consume itself, likening it to a fire fueled by gasoline
The roof on fire (oh God), I'm only gettin' higher (swerve)
Experiencing immense success and continuously reaching new heights
Fifty racks all in my pocket, I want bottles, I'ma let that shit burn (burn)
Enjoying significant wealth and desiring expensive alcohol, willing to spend large sums of money
I'ma let that shit burn (burn, gasoline)
Taking a passive approach to negative situations, allowing them to self-destruct
I'ma let that shit burn (burn), let that shit burn (burn, gasoline)
Continuing to allow negativity to consume itself, likening it to a fire fueled by gasoline
The roof on fire (God), I'm only gettin' higher
Experiencing immense success and continuously reaching new heights
Fifty racks all in my pocket, I want bottles, I'ma let that shit burn (burn)
Enjoying significant wealth and desiring expensive alcohol, willing to spend large sums of money
Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alexander Izquierdo, Orlando Jahlil Tucker, Robert Rihmeek Williams, Sean Michael Anderson
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@scaryfstball100
8 years later & this song still never got the respect it deserved.
@thotbreakmeek1171
Swear. The back n fourth flow they had was once in a generation
@tegabiz88
๐ .
@jamesharden2575
Agreed
@joshl2188
FUCKING FACTS
@muttmizzle
I Stg you aint never lied๐ฏ
@ZakSwagman
honestly, i still think this is one of the hardest songs ever
@alexc08
Hell yea just saying that myself
@LuckyO97
Look up young pappy it will change
@brandonmcgillis
Thatโs why I came back to listen in 2019