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.
Coke Boys
Meek Mill Lyrics
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Runnin up lost in someone's room
Silence so lighty you go dim
Bombs are going off inside your chest
If it feels like the end
Coke boy, Montana, we up in here
What they talkin' about?
What they talkin' about?
I'm Coke Boy, Montana, we in this bitch
What they talkin' about?
I'm Coke Boy, Montana, we in this bitch
What they talkin' about?
Bombs are giong off inside your chest
It feels like the end
Custom made shoes but I don't trust a soul
They try and nail me to the
Cross but I'm across the globe
I'm talkin' twenty M's
Or twenty in the pen
Winners never quite, quiters never win
Coming out the bottle
You don't know the half
I'm famous know my signature
Call the autograph
From the most hated, to the most loved
See these red diamonds
Nigga thats cold blood
Hugs turn to waste, killers turn to dates
Niggas hate to love, haters love to hate
Osalamalekam, Inshallah
Please tell my story right (if I gotta die)
Coke boy, Montana, we up in here
What they talkin' about?
I'm Coke Boy, Montana, we up in here
What they talkin' about?
I'm Coke Boy, Montana, we in this bitch
What they talkin' about?
I'm Coke Boy, Montana, we in this bitch
What they talkin' about?
See them diamonds flashin' come
And catch the photo
High off life but I'm sittin' solo
Bitches fall out, real niggas fall in
Sharks in them waters dare you
Stick your toes in
Tryin' find God cause they gave me Hell
Road paved in them hundreds
That's a paper trail
Chinchilla damu, but the coupe loccin'
Absorbed all this bullshit let
The truth soak in
Self made never punched a clock
Before I hug a pig, I'mma hug the block
From the blocks where the young
Niggas hit they vein
To tourin' out the country and
Now we switchin' planes
They try and kill my mind and my body
Coke Boys, new illuminati
Coke boy, Montana, we up in here
What they talkin' about?
I'm Coke Boy, Montana, we up in here
What they talkin' about?
I'm Coke Boy, Montana, we in this bitch
What they talkin' about?
I'm Coke Boy, Montana, we in this bitch
What they talkin' about?
When it comes to stuntin' I'm
Like money man meech
Brought my city with me and
We coming in the fleet
And now I'm gettin' richer they
Want me in these streets
I'm thinkin' fuck an album sell
I sold a hundred bricks this week
Thousand grams of crack, take it to the table
Bag it all up, take it to the label
And tell em distrubute it
Im gettin' cake ridiculous
Right like a frog jumpin
Through the traffic ribbit
They tellin' me to turn down
They said I need ritalin
Ballin' like I'm Jordan or
Assists from Scottie Pippen'
In and out the flows
Crossing over like I'm dribblin'
Runnin' laps round the raps
I'm tire like Michelin
Started out with Tip and them
But that wasn't it for him
Yellow gold cuban diamonds blue like Michigan
Coke boy, Montana, we up in here
What they talkin' about?
I'm Coke Boy, Montana, we up in here
What they talkin' about?
I'm Coke Boy, Montana, we in this bitch
What they talkin' about?
I'm Coke Boy, Montana, we in this bitch
What they talkin' about?
The lyrics of Meek Mill's song "Coke Boys" convey a sense of defiance, resilience, and triumph amidst adversity. The repeated line "Bombs are going off inside your chest" represents the intense internal struggles and challenges that the singer faces. It suggests a feeling of being on the edge, dealing with pressure, and living in a constant state of uncertainty. The lyrics also touch on themes of fame, self-made success, and the sacrifices made along the way.
The mention of being a "Coke Boy" and "Montana" in the song refers to Meek Mill's association with the Coke Boys, a record label founded by French Montana. It signifies a sense of camaraderie and loyalty among the members of the label, while also being a symbol of their hustle and street credibility.
The lyrics also convey a sense of pride in one's achievements, overcoming obstacles, and rising above the negative opinions of others. Meek Mill refers to himself as a winner who never quits, contrasting it with the idea that quitters never win. He boasts about his success, fame, and the admiration he receives from fans, while also acknowledging the hatred and criticism that come along with it.
Overall, the song "Coke Boys" reflects the experiences and mindset of Meek Mill, portraying him as a relentless and determined artist who is unafraid to face challenges head-on and create his own path to success.
Line by Line Meaning
Closing up shop, and locking doors
Finishing business and securing the area
Runnin up lost in someone's room
Getting caught up in a situation without direction or purpose
Silence so lighty you go dim
Becoming quiet and fading away slowly
Bombs are going off inside your chest
Feeling intense emotions or turmoil
If it feels like the end
When everything seems hopeless or like a final conclusion
Custom made shoes but I don't trust a soul
Having expensive possessions, but lacking trust in others
They try and nail me to the cross but I'm across the globe
Facing criticism or persecution, but physically being far away and unaffected
I'm talking twenty M's or twenty in the pen
Referring to a choice between making millions or going to prison
Winners never quit, quitters never win
Highlighting the importance of perseverance and determination
Coming out the bottle, you don't know the half
Not fully understanding or appreciating someone's experiences or struggles
I'm famous, know my signature, call the autograph
Being well-known and recognized for one's unique identity or talent
From the most hated, to the most loved
Transitioning from being disliked to being embraced or adored
See these red diamonds, nigga that's cold blood
Referring to expensive red diamonds symbolically as the price of one's success or actions
Hugs turn to waste, killers turn to dates
Expressing the loss of trust and the transformation of people's intentions
Niggas hate to love, haters love to hate
Highlighting the contradictory nature of human relationships and emotions
Osalamalekam, Inshallah, please tell my story right (if I gotta die)
Using Arabic greetings and expressing the desire for one's story to be portrayed accurately and respectfully
See them diamonds flashin' come and catch the photo
Noting the attention-grabbing nature of shiny diamonds and the desire to capture that image
High off life but I'm sittin' solo
Feeling euphoria or satisfaction without the need for companionship
Bitches fall out, real niggas fall in
Superficial relationships fade away, while genuine connections become stronger
Sharks in them waters dare you stick your toes in
Warning about dangerous situations or environments that can lead to harm
Tryin' find God cause they gave me Hell
Seeking spirituality or guidance due to facing extreme difficulties or punishments
Road paved in them hundreds, that's a paper trail
The path to success involves dealing with large amounts of money as evidence
Chinchilla damu, but the coupe loccin'
Having luxurious fur clothing and a stylish car
Absorbed all this bullshit, let the truth soak in
Enduring and accepting all the negativity or lies, and allowing the truth to reveal itself
Self-made, never punched a clock
Achieving success independently without working regular job hours
Before I hug a pig, I'mma hug the block
Refusing to cooperate with law enforcement and instead remaining loyal to the neighborhood
From the blocks where the young niggas hit they vein
Referring to neighborhoods where young individuals turn to drugs as a means of escape or income
To tourin' out the country and now we switchin' planes
Transitioning from local street activities to touring internationally and using private planes
They try and kill my mind and my body
Facing attempts to harm or destroy one's mental and physical well-being
Coke Boys, new illuminati
Promoting the group called 'Coke Boys' and connecting themselves to the idea of a powerful secret society
When it comes to stuntin' I'm like money man meech
Being extravagant and impressive in terms of showing off wealth and success
Brought my city with me and we coming in the fleet
Bringing along one's hometown and community as support while making a grand entrance
And now I'm gettin' richer they want me in these streets
Attracting attention and envy due to increasing wealth and success
I'm thinkin' fuck an album sell, I sold a hundred bricks this week
Disregarding album sales and focusing on high-volume drug transactions as a measure of financial gain
Thousand grams of crack, take it to the table
Dealing with a large quantity of drugs and preparing them for sale
Bag it all up, take it to the label
Packaging the drugs and delivering them to the designated recipients
And tell 'em distribute it, I'm gettin' cake ridiculous
Instructing others to distribute the drugs, emphasizing the enormous profit being made
Right like a frog jumpin' through the traffic ribbit
Moving quickly and smoothly through dangerous or chaotic situations
They tellin' me to turn down, they said I need ritalin
Being advised to calm down or lower one's energy, as if having attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Ballin' like I'm Jordan or assists from Scottie Pippen
Displaying exceptional skills or success in a similar manner to basketball legends Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen
In and out the flows, crossing over like I'm dribblin'
Transitioning between different musical styles or genres, similar to a basketball player switching sides while dribbling the ball
Runnin' laps round the raps, I'm tired like Michelin
Continuously excelling and surpassing others in the rap game, but feeling exhausted like a worn-out Michelin tire
Started out with Tip and them, but that wasn't it for him
Having initial success and collaboration with rapper T.I. and his associates, but continuing to strive for more
Yellow gold cuban diamonds blue like Michigan
Describing the appearance of expensive jewelry with yellow gold, a Cuban link chain, and blue diamonds resembling the state of Michigan
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Lil Pello
This beat hits different-- 2022 and it still 🔥
61 Kennedy
2023**
joseph Latino
Still the most underrated song when I was in high school imo. Shit should of been #1 on the billboard at the time. Everything was on point in this song from lyrics,beat and hook
Joshua Seda
2023 still bumping chinx. You will live forever.
B
2021 end of june, I'm still bumping this as loud as I can.
Tell em Chinx
G B
2022 vision im still here listenin to u Chinx Uwalked on this & outclassed those other 2 guys on this shit!!
Legends Never Die 💙🙏🏾 #Yay
Your flow was always godly and naturel gifted!
DontPanicRs
I’ll be blasting this in 2019, only real French fans know
Colby Perry
Shit still bumpin in 2019
Marco
Me too! Haaaaan
H M
fench sucks since 2013 that sad