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.
I'm Me
Meek Mill Lyrics
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Bouncing on the bands she like I'm fuckin' hitting switches
Gold presidential for the gold digging bitches
Bouncing on the bands she like I'm fuckin' hitting switches
Gold presidential for the gold digging bitches
Bouncing on the bands she like I'm fuckin' hitting switches
I pull up like what the business
Puffing dro and paper stacking money to the ceiling
I been balling for a year or two
I don't think I'm going back
Walk up in the club
And make them bitches have a ho attack
Or should I say a heart attack I go into cardiac
I'm gon' let her rob but she ain't fucking then she walking back
You niggas be talking that
Same shit I'm living though
Faded like I'm Michael Jordan
But I'm Scottie Pippen though
Different state
Different place
End up with a different ho
Niggas hating in the hood
I ain't even tripping though
I be walking through my city like a fucking king
I'm in these streets
Just ask around I do my fucking thing
Yeah I been eating since they let me out the fucking bin
Nobody told me this the shit that all this money bring
You know the team, it's MMG
Rookie of the year, I'm MVP
I'm gettin' paper, it's M.O.B
She asked me who I think I am, I told her bitch I'm me
I tell her bitch I'm me, bitch I'm me
I tell her bitch I'm me, bitch I'm me
My niggas is balling, you niggas is hating
Cameras everywhere I go, a movie in the making
I tell her bitch I'm me
I get that work out my face
I put that shit on my man
I give it straight to Omelly he selling 30 a gram
I put them b's on your team
And they gon' murder your man
Black and white maro looking like the Hamburglar
Damn I got bars
Outer space I'm on mars
I forever do my thing
Pull strings, guitar
Before I had a deal I was a fuckin' hood star
And I ain't chewing 'cause my goon is riding like a good car
I'm the topic of discussion
Waka bitch I'm bustin'
Rollie face blue
Like I'm Cripping on 'em cousin
Nigga you ain't got it you just looking like you stunting
I was there, you called my man and you was looking for an onion, lame
We on the same road but it's a different lane
And all you niggas telling like it's a different game
In the district, pointing pictures, giving names
They shoot at us, we kill em all and we get the blame
You know the team, it's MMG
Rookie of the year, I'm MVP
I'm gettin' paper, it's M.O.B
She asked me who I think I am, I told her bitch I'm me
I tell her bitch I'm me, bitch I'm me
I tell her bitch I'm me, bitch I'm me
My niggas is balling, you niggas is hating
Cameras everywhere I go, a movie in the making
I tell her bitch I'm me
Your best DJ Drama interpretation
Is only going to get you what I've already done, be yourself
The lyrics of Meek Mill's song "I'm Me" portray the life of a successful and wealthy rapper. He describes his lavish lifestyle and the attention he receives from women who are only interested in his money. The repetition of the line "Gold presidential for the gold digging bitches" emphasizes the theme of women being interested in him for his money. He also talks about his confidence and how he doesn't care about others' opinions of him. The line "She asked me who I think I am, I told her bitch I'm me" highlights this attitude.
Throughout the song, Meek Mill talks about his success and how he doesn't plan on going back to the life he had before. He brags about his wealth and the power it has given him. The line "I be walking through my city like a fucking king" shows his confidence and belief in himself. He is unapologetic about his success and is not afraid to let others know how successful he has become.
Overall, "I'm Me" portrays the life of a successful and confident rapper who is unapologetic about his success and the power it has given him. It highlights the theme of women being interested in him for his money and how he doesn't care about what others think of him.
Line by Line Meaning
Gold presidential for the gold digging bitches
I have a luxury watch for women who only want to be with me for money.
Bouncing on the bands she like I'm fuckin' hitting switches
Women are attracted to me because of my wealth and fame, and I am satisfying them sexually.
I pull up like what the business
I arrive in style, looking like a successful businessman.
Fuck you niggas feelings
I don't care about the opinions or emotions of my rivals.
Puffing dro and paper stacking money to the ceiling
I am smoking marijuana and making a lot of money.
I been balling for a year or two
I have been successful in my career for a couple of years.
I don't think I'm going back
I don't plan on returning to my past struggles or unsuccessful ways.
Walk up in the club
I enter the nightclub with confidence.
And make them bitches have a ho attack
I cause women to become extremely sexually aroused when they see me.
Or should I say a heart attack I go into cardiac
I am so attractive that women may actually experience a heart attack.
I'm gon' let her rob but she ain't fucking then she walking back
I will let women use me for my money, but if they don't have sex with me, I will not tolerate it.
You niggas be talking that
Other rappers are discussing topics that are not relevant or meaningful.
Same shit I'm living though
I am actually living the lifestyle that others are only rapping about.
Faded like I'm Michael Jordan
I am high on drugs and alcohol, just like Michael Jordan was rumored to be.
But I'm Scottie Pippen though
Despite being under the influence, I am still successful like Scottie Pippen, Michael Jordan's teammate.
Different state
I travel to different parts of the country.
Different place
I visit varying environments and locales.
End up with a different ho
I am with a different woman each time I go to a new place.
Niggas hating in the hood
Jealous people in my community are envious of my success.
I ain't even tripping though
I am not bothered or influenced by their negativity.
I be walking through my city like a fucking king
I strut through my community with confidence and self-assurance.
I'm in these streets
I am popular and well-known in my community.
Just ask around I do my fucking thing
Everyone knows I am successful and living my life as I please.
Yeah I been eating since they let me out the fucking bin
I have been prospering since my release from prison.
Nobody told me this the shit that all this money bring
No one warned me about the challenges and issues that come with wealth and success.
You know the team, it's MMG
I am part of the music group Maybach Music Group.
Rookie of the year, I'm MVP
I am a young rising star and the most valuable player in my industry.
I'm gettin' paper, it's M.O.B
I am making a lot of money, and my motto is 'Money Over Bitches'.
She asked me who I think I am, I told her bitch I'm me
When someone questions my identity, I confidently assert that I am myself.
My niggas is balling, you niggas is hating
My friends and I are successful and enjoying our wealth, while others are envious and negative.
Cameras everywhere I go, a movie in the making
My life is like a movie, with constant attention and scrutiny from the media.
I tell her bitch I'm me
I remind people that I am confident in myself and my identity.
I get that work out my face
I am not involved in drug dealing or other illegal activities.
I put that shit on my man
I give my drugs to my associate to sell for me.
I give it straight to Omelly he selling 30 a gram
I sell my drugs to Omelly for him to distribute and sell at a high price.
I put them b's on your team
I will hire criminals to join your team and commit violent acts against you.
And they gon' murder your man
The criminals I hired will kill someone on your team.
Black and white maro looking like the Hamburglar
I have a black and white Camaro car that resembles the McDonald's character, the Hamburglar.
Damn I got bars
I am skilled at writing rap verses, commonly known as 'bars'.
Outer space I'm on mars
I am so high on drugs that I feel like I am in outer space on the planet Mars.
I forever do my thing
I will always do what I want and what makes me successful.
Pull strings, guitar
I manipulate and control situations to my advantage, like playing a guitar by pulling its strings.
Before I had a deal I was a fuckin' hood star
I was popular and well-known in my community before becoming a successful musician.
And I ain't chewing 'cause my goon is riding like a good car
I am not afraid or worried because my friend/associate will protect me like a reliable car.
I'm the topic of discussion
People are always talking about me and my success or controversies.
Waka bitch I'm bustin'
Similar to the rapper Waka Flocka Flame, I am quick to act violently or aggressively.
Rollie face blue
My Rolex watch has a blue face.
Like I'm Cripping on 'em cousin
The blue-faced watch represents my association with the Crips gang.
Nigga you ain't got it you just looking like you stunting
Other rappers may appear successful or wealthy, but they are only pretending and not actually making money.
I was there, you called my man and you was looking for an onion, lame
I remember when you called my friend, looking for drugs, which makes you seem weak or pathetic.
We on the same road but it's a different lane
Although we may have similar career paths, I am much more successful and on a different level.
And all you niggas telling like it's a different game
Other rappers are talking about their successes, but it is not as impressive as mine.
In the district, pointing pictures, giving names
Authorities are accusing me and my associates of criminal activity, and identifying us by name and photo.
They shoot at us, we kill em all and we get the blame
When someone attacks us, we respond violently and often kill them, but we receive criticism and blame for our actions.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Robert Williams
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dj5the1way3
im glad he stuck with his talent and finally got a deal to get him out the Hood #DREAMCHASER
Dour Bailey
2020 & this still 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Fredo 302
Big facts the best tape he dropped of all time dream chasers 1 💯
sandurace
meek mill is like d-rose in basketball...nobody can say nothing bad about him...hes dope!!!
austinisdabombdig
You can hear the HUNGER in his voice!! So underrated. Meek goes so fuckin hard.
ViewMaster617
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥across the board Meek Mill is that G👍🏿💵💯
Swagistremendous
most underrated song in the mixtape
7TH BLACKSTAR MARKETING FOR UNDERGROUND
This song goes so hard...lyrically Meek Mills on point... Im from TEXAS but I show love to da EAST...Pac wanted us to UNIFY....im on dat Progress ~ ish!
PinkmanEleven
2017, still fucking fire
Latoya Williams
whole mixtape go hard