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.
Buy a Heart
Meek Mill Lyrics
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Anybody wanna buy a heart?
Anybody wanna buy a heart?
(You should say it right now, should say it right now)
Anybody wanna buy a heart?
'Cause I don't use the shit anyway
Woah! Westside shorty, with an Eastside nigga
They say it's levels to this shit, I'm a G5 nigga
And every city I be in, you know she fly with us
It's like Hov got Bey, it's like Bey got Jigga
Really though let me take y'all back
'09, Double R drop top with the top down
Pulled up, double parked, hopped out, tried to spit my game
It didn't work, got shot down
But I can tell by the bag, by the wrist, and the ring on that
Somebody had it on lockdown
The moral of the story not to speak on that
She on the team, shorty mine now
And we don't ever ever ever make love
And we don't ever ever ever say "love"
Unless I'm all up in it
She tellin' me she love that D on that, I don't ever say uh
Bad bitch, ain't nothin' made up
Anybody, anybody, anybody wanna buy?
The heart from a real one from Philly reppin' that north side?
Anybody? Anybody?
Anybody, anybody, anybody wanna buy a heart?
Anybody, anybody, anybody wanna buy love?
Anybody, anybody, anybody wanna buy a heart?
Anybody, anybody, anybody wanna buy trust
Anybody, anybody, anybody wanna buy a heart?
Anybody, anybody, anybody wanna buy love?
Anybody, anybody, anybody wanna buy?
Anybody, anybody, anybody wanna buy love?
Rihmeek, I'ma have to tell the truth if I speak
Unless you want to play, you ain't say this the other day
You said she was in love, and I still didn't budge
'Cause I already seen how you be going in when you be in them clubs
(I'm not even sure if this is right but, it feels good)
I could tell you was analyzing me, I could tell you was criticizing me
I could tell you was fantasizing
That you would come slide in me and confide in me
He could tell that I was wifey material
He was liking my style in my videos
I wasn't looking for love I was looking for a buzz
So at times I would lie and say I'm busy, yo
'Cause it's too much, and it's too clutch
Who wants rumors of the two of us?
But when you're away I can't get you out of my mind
But what if I'm not the one and you're wasting your time
(But you waited)
Anybody? Anybody?
Anybody, anybody, anybody wanna buy a heart?
Anybody, anybody, anybody wanna buy love?
Anybody, anybody, anybody wanna buy a heart?
Anybody, anybody, anybody wanna buy trust
Anybody, anybody, anybody wanna buy a heart?
Anybody, anybody, anybody wanna buy love?
Anybody, anybody, anybody wanna buy?
Anybody, anybody, anybody wanna buy love?
(You should say it right now)
It's a heart for sale who's buying?
I don't care who's crying
There's trust for sale who's buying?
I don't care who's lying
In Nicki Minaj's song "Buy a Heart," she talks about a relationship that is not based on love or trust but on superficial things. The song begins by asking if anyone would like to buy her heart, love, or trust, but she clarifies that she doesn't use them anyway. She talks about her failed attempts at flirting with a guy, who seems to be interested in her but keeps her at a distance. However, she is the one who ends up with him and is now on his team. She also mentions that they don't make love or say "love" unless they're in the middle of it.
In the second verse, she addresses Rhimeek, who seems to have said something different about their relationship in the past. She mentions that he was critical, analyzing, and fantasizing about her but also going out to clubs and partying. She admits that she wasn't looking for love and only wanted a buzz at times. She was also afraid of the rumors that would ensue if they got together. However, when he's away, she can't stop thinking about him, but she's unsure if they're wasting each other's time.
Overall, the song talks about a relationship that is based on material things like love and trust, but the parties involved don't really mean them. It seems like a transaction rather than a genuine emotional connection between two people.
Line by Line Meaning
Anybody wanna buy a heart?
Asking if anyone is willing to buy her affection.
'Cause I don't use the shit anyway
She doesn't actually care about love or trust.
But okay, I guess it's my fault
Implying that she was naive to believe that love and trust are at all attainable.
Woah! Westside shorty, with an Eastside nigga
Describing a romantic relationship between two different types of people.
They say it's levels to this shit, I'm a G5 nigga
She considers herself to be on a higher level than others.
And every city I be in, you know she fly with us
She has a go-to girl to use for appearances in different cities.
It's like Hov got Bey, it's like Bey got Jigga
Comparing her relationship setup to that of Jay-Z and Beyoncé's.
Really though let me take y'all back
Transitioning into a personal anecdote.
But I can tell by the bag, by the wrist, and the ring on that
Noticing the material possessions of someone who previously rejected her.
The moral of the story not to speak on that
Recognizing that it's not worth bringing up past failures.
And we don't ever ever ever make love
A sexual relationship with no emotional attachment.
And we don't ever ever ever say "love"
They don't use the word 'love' to describe their relationship.
She tellin' me she love that D on that, I don't ever say uh
She is only interested in sexual pleasure, while he doesn't care about her love for him.
Bad bitch, ain't nothin' made up
Referring to herself as an attractive and genuine person.
Rihmeek, I'ma have to tell the truth if I speak
Nicki addresses Meek directly and warns him that she may reveal their true dynamic.
Unless you want to play, you ain't say this the other day
She is calling him out on his inconsistency.
You said she was in love, and I still didn't budge
Meek claimed someone loved him, but Nicki wasn't moved by those words.
'Cause I already seen how you be going in when you be in them clubs
She knows that he only cares about being seen with her for clout.
I could tell you was analyzing me, I could tell you was criticizing me
She recognizes his judgmental tendencies.
But when you're away I can't get you out of my mind
She struggles with her own attraction to Meek.
But what if I'm not the one and you're wasting your time
She questions whether or not they are actually compatible.
It's a heart for sale who's buying?
She is advertising herself as someone who is willing to sell her affections.
There's trust for sale who's buying?
She is also selling her trust in a relationship, further demonstrating her lack of true emotional investment.
I don't care who's crying
She is fully detached from the feelings of others, even those who may be hurt by her actions.
I don't care who's lying
She is not concerned with anyone who may be dishonest in their dealings with her.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Kerry Brothers Jr., Aubrey Graham, Alicia Augello-Cook, Edwin Jantunen, Onika Maraj, Robert Williams, Christian Ward, Noah Shebib, Armond Redman
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@shevaughnsmith7299
Finally the original!!! <3 thank you bby!!!
@neyoncexx
I thought it was time to upload the original, it's terrible to listen to the other versions!
@des..
Natha Lie the original is Henry KInkle
@neyoncexx
Desmond C.
Didn't knew that but I meant that that's the original of THIS song so it's not pitched or anything like that!
@andreyadaniels8985
Wng4&Cv
@karengellibert3782
Bigga'Gzz
@King-zs3xu
Has anyone realized who really made Nicki happy? Within the whole industry, the men Nicki been with realized that she loves hard and wants what she want! They realized that Nicki isnt the type of woman that everyone pictured her to be! She been through enough and now she's focused on her career and happiness! They wasn't ready for her! Even during heartbreaks, the hurt, the lies, the manipulation, the hate. She never gave up she knew that god lead a path for her and she made sure to fulfill it! Nicki been at peace with herself coming into the industry that's why she's undefeated. The Queen!! Right now she just want to live her life with her family, and I'm not mad about her decision. She got what she wanted in life. So now Queen it is time to live! I relate to her in so many ways!! My role Model! I love you!!
@annaire8491
Sag shit. we know what we want and love hard. Either you get right or get left 🤷🏽♀️
@sheenahammond1442
@Mary Kiely out of all that all u got out of that was role model . Some people 🤣🤣🤣
@nj2791
🪄 she had a backbone