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.
Get Clapped
Meek Mill Lyrics
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Fuck around get clapped, fuck around get
Fuck around get clapped ya nigga we strapped
Fuck around get clapped
Fuck around get clapped
Fuck around get clapped
Oh lord, I'm feeling myself
With the suicide doors, i'm killing myself
I got a bad bitch with me
And a brand new semi
That's still on my belt
I ain't feeling these niggas
I'm grilling these nigga
I'll kill them myself
Fuck around get clapped
Fuck around get clapped
Fuck around get clapped, ya nigga we strapped
Fuck around get clapped
Fuck around get clapped ya nigga we strapped
Fuck around get clapped
Fuck around get clapped ya nigga we strapped
Fuck around get clapped
Cause we ain't playing like that
She pop molly pop that pussy
He pop fly weed pop that pussy
That's your chick I got that pussy
I treat that shit like project pussy
Like hold up
Rolling in the foreign we show up
Sipping on lean my team we pour up
Pull up to the scene that's me she know us
Pockets full of green like a four leaf clover
Hold up wait, we walk in this bitch we fuck
Shit up and we leave gone hold up wait
I walk up to his bitch talk start
Talking that shit then she's gone
Back to the condo
Where other niggas main bitches
Turn to side hoes
And shorty brought her friends with
Her tell them swallow
And we ain't talking Twitter
Nigga they gon' follow, hi ho
Oh lord, I'm feeling myself
I'm in the big boy Phantom
With the suicide doors, i'm killing myself
I got a bad bitch with me
And a brand new semi
That's still on my belt
I ain't feeling these niggas
I'm grilling these nigga
I'll kill them myself
Fuck around get clapped
Fuck around get clapped
Fuck around get clapped, ya nigga we strapped
Fuck around get clapped
Fuck around get clapped ya nigga we strapped
Fuck around get clapped
Fuck around get clapped ya nigga we strapped
Fuck around get clapped
Cause we ain't playing like that
The lyrics of Meek Mill's "Get Clapped" are all about asserting dominance and warning others not to mess with him and his crew. The repetition of "fuck around get clapped" is a clear threat that those who cross him will face the consequences. The first verse sets the scene with Meek Mill bragging about his car and weapons, as well as his confidence in his ability to take on his enemies. The second verse focuses on his sexual conquests and further emphasizes his power and control over those around him.
The overall message of the song is one of toughness and intimidation. Meek Mill is not someone to mess with, and he makes that abundantly clear in every line. The aggression and bravado in his delivery make it clear that he means business, and any challengers will be met with swift and violent retribution.
Interestingly, although the lyrics are violent and aggressive, the beat and melody of the song are actually quite catchy and danceable. It's an interesting juxtaposition that creates a unique listening experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Fuck around get clapped
Don't mess around or you'll get shot
Fuck around get clapped, fuck around get
If you play games, you'll get killed
Fuck around get clapped ya nigga we strapped
We're armed and ready to shoot anyone who crosses us
Oh lord, I'm feeling myself
I'm confident and proud of myself
I'm in the big boy Phantom
I'm driving a fancy car
With the suicide doors, i'm killing myself
My car is so cool, it makes me feel like I'm dying
I got a bad bitch with me
I have a beautiful woman with me
And a brand new semi
I have a new gun
That's still on my belt
The gun is easily accessible
I ain't feeling these niggas
I don't like these guys
I'm grilling these nigga
I'm staring them down
I'll kill them myself
I'm not afraid to use my gun
She pop molly pop that pussy
She takes drugs and dances provocatively
He pop fly weed pop that pussy
He smokes weed and enjoys the dancing too
That's your chick I got that pussy
I'm having sex with your girlfriend
I treat that shit like project pussy
I don't value her, I just use her
Pockets full of green like a four leaf clover
I have lots of money
Hold up wait, we walk in this bitch we fuck
We're going to cause trouble when we enter a place
Shit up and we leave gone hold up wait
We cause chaos and then quickly leave
I walk up to his bitch talk start
I talk to his girlfriend and get close to her
Talking that shit then she's gone
I say things to her to get her away from him
Back to the condo
We go to my place
Where other niggas main bitches
Where other men's girlfriends come to cheat
Turn to side hoes
They become my temporary mistresses
And shorty brought her friends with
My girlfriend brought her friends with her
Her tell them swallow
I tell them to perform oral sex on me
And we ain't talking Twitter
This isn't just talking online
Nigga they gon' follow, hi ho
They will do as I say and obey me
Cause we ain't playing like that
We're not joking around, we're serious and dangerous
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