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.
Trappin All Day
Meek Mill Lyrics
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Man I don't even sleep
I been posted on the block ain′t make it home in a week
I don't even chang my clothes, wash my face, or brush my teeth
To keep that Gucci on my back and that Prada on my feet
You know I'm ′bout my paper no lie
They say they need that work we get it to them no time
Cause niggas Dave Chappele with work they selling half baked
Drop it in the pot you lose mad weight
A nigga sell me that we set his ass straight
I′m like goons out lurking
Show up to his crib in the a.m. and get murdered
Word up get these niggas something they ain't heard of
Cause I′m well respected well connected like a server
The nerve of fucking lames thinking its a fucking game
We [?] up in rain
No rims on it fuck 'em plain
Fuck ′em good fuck 'em hard
Hating niggas fuck 'em all
Half them niggas fuck with law they
Cross that line get fucking knocked
But I don′t get mad I just get paper
See me fresh in DTS laughing like hi hater
I tap on the gas and its bye hater
We get them squares in a little package like Now & Laters
Man I′ve been trapping all day
Man I don't even sleep
I been posted on the block ain′t make it home in a week
I don't even chang my clothes, wash my face, or brush my teeth
To keep that Gucci on my back and that Prada on my feet
You know I′m 'bout my paper no lie
They say they need that work we get it to them no time
You see whatever you need you could get it here
My niggas always got it they getting it off the pier
You want to last long in this game well listen here
You keep your mouth close make sure that work it disappears
I can get you murked with a whisper in the ear
Getting it cracking over here
They getting work but ain′t no action over there
These rappers is actions I swear
I moved so much shit I should win trapper of the year
See I'm posted on that block watching over bread
I got forty on my hip and get one up in the head
Let a nigga run up and he dead I promise that
Live by that G cod and I'mma always honor that
Where the fuck did these niggas find you at
Your money too short your mula too light
Your paper too thin hommie you ain′t got to win
This Gillie and Meek two nigga from the streets
Stay fly that′s why your bitches leave with me
Man I've been trapping all day
Man I don′t even sleep
I been posted on the block ain't make it home in a week
I don′t even chang my clothes, wash my face, or brush my teeth
To keep that Gucci on my back and that Prada on my feet
You know I'm ′bout my paper no lie
They say they need that work we get it to them no time
Now get with me [?] or big glizzy
Brick of raw looking like an Xbox 360
Riding dirty through the hood like a Banshee 350
Bout to take it to the trap and tell my man get busy
Got them hands like Bibby ya the whip game proper
I was fucking with that hard 'til the wrist game got up
Then my bitch game got up
Every whore that I adore they was checking for the boy
But I was checking for the raw
Either posted on the block right in the cut next to the store
With dimes of vanilla had the fiends like it was Thriller
Ya I mean I would kill them on the 1st
Came out early in the morning trying to make the birds chirp
Man I've been trapping all day
Man I don′t even sleep
I been posted on the block ain′t make it home in a week
I don't even chang my clothes, wash my face, or brush my teeth
To keep that Gucci on my back and that Prada on my feet
You know I′m 'bout my paper no lie
They say they need that work we get it to them no time
The lyrics of Meek Mill's song "Trappin All Day" describe the life of a drug dealer who has been hustling non-stop for days, without sleep or proper hygiene, just to maintain the extravagant lifestyle that comes with the money he earns from illegal activities. He is proud of his work, and he and his crew move with stealth, ready to take out anyone who crosses them. The song also alludes to the importance of keeping one's mouth shut in the drug game and the dangers of being snitched on. Despite the danger and potential legal consequences, the singer of the song has no intention of stopping his grind.
The song ultimately glorifies the dangerous and illegal actions of drug dealers, depicting a lifestyle that may appear attractive to some listeners. However, it also highlights the risks and violence that come with such a lifestyle, which can lead to serious consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
Man I′ve been trapping all day
I have been selling drugs to make money for an entire day
Man I don't even sleep
I don't even rest or take a break from selling drugs
I been posted on the block ain′t make it home in a week
I have been staying on the street corner for the past week and I haven't been able to go home
I don't even chang my clothes, wash my face, or brush my teeth
I haven't taken care of my personal hygiene because I need to maintain my appearance with designer clothing and shoes
To keep that Gucci on my back and that Prada on my feet
I need to keep selling drugs to maintain my image of extravagant fashion
You know I'm ′bout my paper no lie
I prioritize making money over everything and it's not a lie
They say they need that work we get it to them no time
When people ask for drugs, we provide it very quickly without delay
Cause niggas Dave Chappele with work they selling half baked
Some people sell low quality drugs that are not properly prepared
Drop it in the pot you lose mad weight
By adding drugs to the cooking pot, it loses weight or volume
A nigga sell me that we set his ass straight
If someone sells me bad drugs, we will discipline them
I′m like goons out lurking
I have some people on the lookout or surveillance
Show up to his crib in the a.m. and get murdered
If necessary, we will go to someone's house in the morning and kill them
Word up get these niggas something they ain't heard of
We will give people something they have never seen before
Cause I'm well respected well connected like a server
I am highly respected and have good connections like a computer server
I tap on the gas and its bye hater
When I speed away, I leave behind people who are jealous of me
We get them squares in a little package like Now & Laters
We give people drugs in small packages that are similar to the candy, Now & Laters
My niggas always got it they getting it off the pier
My associates always have drugs available and are selling it on the waterfront
You keep your mouth close make sure that work it disappears
To not get caught, you need to keep quiet and make sure the drugs are not seen
Either posted on the block right in the cut next to the store
I am usually standing on the street corner next to a store
But I was checking for the raw
Instead of seeking out women, I was seeking out drugs
Came out early in the morning trying to make the birds chirp
I would wake up early in the morning to start selling drugs and make a lot of money quickly
Contributed by Makayla C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Tyrell Edwards
11 years later this the first time I ever heard the end of meek 2nd verse 😕
b b
can re upload the full version for download? the link you put is broken and I'm having trouble finding it on my own.
tron330
This was on the leaked "gangsta grillz" mixtape that ended up being flamers 2. Didn't know it was purposely cut off tho
lyrik harfoush
tish shit is sick
mahrodr
Every otha song on the mixtape is the same besides this song and Hottest in the City.... But for Hottest in the City, the only problem is that second verse is a quilly millz diss, so they played it in reverse, just edit the song and re-reverse it
Beats By The KILO - Hip Hop Beats, Music & Media
Huh?
Stewart Brown
Its a case they cut off. An actual criminal case. So there cut it out. The quilly diss only 3 bars. Not like he came @ Cass nut ass.
Arccway
Ookkkaaayyy!