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.
Tupac Back
Meek Mill Lyrics
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There's all these bitches screaming that Tupac back
All eyes on me, better Picture Me Rollin'
Riding brand new rims, but them bitches is stolen
Stranded on Death Row, Brenda having my baby
But I'm stacking my paper, I need a brand new Mercedes
They screaming Tupac back, Tupac back
There's all these btiches screaming that Tupac back
Tupac back, I'm two glocks strapped
Rolling down in Philly this the new Iraq
Soon as I hit the the hood they screaming who got whacked
It's a recession on the work, I'm screaming who got crack
I'm sippin' Hennessy, riding on my motherfucking enemies
Sliding in the back screamin MMG (Maybach Music)
Ten bitches and they dime so it's Tennessee
Hail Mary, put my wrist on froze
Presidential is gold, nigga play with my money my shooter's lifting his soul
Forty kick like in soccer, bullets hittin' the goal
Bitch I'm like John Wall cause I just give em and go
Plotting on this new seven, I can picture me rolling
Pockets look like they pregnant because them bitches is swollen
Got a grip I can loan, all them snitches could hold em
Look at them motherfucking wheels, them bitches is stolen
They screamin'
Tupac back, Tupac back
There's all these bitches screaming that Tupac back
All eyes on me, better Picture Me Rollin'
Riding brand new rims, but them bitches is stolen
Stranded on Death Row, Brenda having my baby
But I'm stacking my paper, I need a brand new Mercedes
They screaming Tupac back, Tupac back
There's all these btiches screaming that Tupac back
Mommy a soldier, daddy is dead
Catch the nigga that did it, and we gon' carry his head
Fuck nine one one, tell 'em have him a bed
Talking Death Row records, tell em have me a chair
Let it burn, I'm screaming free my nigga Earl
He's due in, no hesitation we can't even get a turn
Got my Mackaveli CD then I listened than I learned
Grabbed my Mac above the dresser, my OG's say hold it firm
I'm dreaming spitting with Pac, talkin ciphers with BIG
Try to send me upstate with the life as a bid
Had me scraping my wax, sleeping, my knife in the bed
They got a nigga on point like there's a price on my head
I'm going max, got me knocking suckers and they back
In the cell, raising hell, tryna get back to the trap
But don't ever get it twisted it's Meek Mill, we spittin' facts
Plus somebody said they seen it and they mean it so they steady screaming
Tupac back, Tupac back
There's all these bitches screaming that Tupac back
All eyes on me, better Picture Me Rollin'
Riding brand new rims, but them bitches is stolen
Stranded on Death Row, Brenda having my baby
But I'm stacking my paper, I need a brand new Mercedes
They screaming Tupac back, Tupac back
There's all these btiches screaming that Tupac back
The lyrics of Meek Mill’s song “Tupac Back” begin with him saying that Tupac is back, and all girls are screaming it. He talks about Tupac's music and how it is back, and everyone is enjoying it. Furthermore, he says that he is rolling in new rims that are stolen. He then references Tupac's song "All Eyez on Me" by saying "all eyes on me, better picture me rolling". Meek Mill then mentions Brenda from Tupac’s "Brenda’s Got a Baby" and compares his life to Tupac's, saying he is stacking his money and needs a new Mercedes; a reference to Tupac's love of cars.
In the second verse, Meek Mill is rolling down Philly’s streets, and it feels like it's the new Iraq. He screams about there being a "recession on the work" and that he's looking for crack. He talks about sipping Hennessy while riding on his enemies, and how he's got ten dime bitches. Meek Mill mentions Tupac's "Hail Mary," and says he puts his wrist on froze while his shooters lift their soul. He then talks about John Wall, one of the best players in the NBA. Meek Mill mentions his love for rolling and shows his pockets swollen with cash, while his enemies gossip behind his back.
The final verse begins with Meek Mill saying that his father is dead, and his mother is a soldier. He mentions his friend Earl and wants him to be freed. Meek Mill talks about how he is learning from listening to Tupac's and Biggie’s music. He then raps about being behind bars and trying to get back to the trap. Meek Mill warns listeners not to get it twisted, as he is speaking the facts. The song ends with Meek Mill repeating that Tupac is back and everyone is screaming it across the streets.
Line by Line Meaning
Tupac back, Tupac back
Meek Mill is stating that the spirit of the legendary rapper Tupac Shakur is present in his music.
There's all these bitches screaming that Tupac back
Meek Mill is being recognized for his music that embodies the legendary rapper Tupac Shakur.
All eyes on me, better Picture Me Rollin'
Meek Mill is suggesting that his music attracts a lot of attention, hence the need to pose in front of cameras like Tupac Shakur did in his music videos.
Riding brand new rims, but them bitches is stolen
Meek Mill is bragging about his car featuring new wheels that he actually stole.
Stranded on Death Row, Brenda having my baby
Meek Mill is drawing a similarity to Tupac Shakur's hit song 'Brenda's Got a Baby,' saying he's where Tupac was during one of his most creative periods.
But I'm stacking my paper, I need a brand new Mercedes
Meek Mill is implying that he's driving a stolen car in spite of the fact that his music is earning him a lot of money.
They screaming Tupac back, Tupac back
Meek Mill is being recognized for his music that embodies the legendary rapper Tupac Shakur.
Mommy a soldier, daddy is dead
Meek Mill is referencing his own background and the struggles his family may have gone through.
Catch the nigga that did it, and we gon' carry his head
Meek Mill is suggesting that he's from a violent neighborhood where retribution is often sought for those who commit crime.
Fuck nine one one, tell 'em have him a bed
Meek Mill is indicating a lack of trust for law enforcement in his community.
Talking Death Row records, tell em have me a chair
Meek Mill is referencing the legacy of Tupac Shakur and is hoping for his music to be released on a label with the same impact as Death Row Records.
Let it burn, I'm screaming free my nigga Earl
Meek Mill is shouting out his friend or possible incarcerated associate Earl, who he'd like to see released from prison.
He's due in, no hesitation we can't even get a turn
Meek Mill feels that he's running out of time to help his friend Earl as the legal process is difficult to navigate with limited resources.
Got my Mackaveli CD then I listened than I learned
Makaveli was Tupac Shakur's posthumous album, and Meek Mill is saying that he listened and learned from it.
Grabbed my Mac above the dresser, my OG's say hold it firm
Meek Mill is referencing a group of older gang members who are mentoring him and advising him to keep his gun nearby.
I'm dreaming spitting with Pac, talkin ciphers with BIG
Meek Mill is implying that he has a deep respect for Tupac and Notorious B.I.G., and that he dreams of collaborating with them in spirit.
Try to send me upstate with the life as a bid
Meek Mill is suggesting that he's faced the possibility of severe punishment for his past criminal behavior.
Had me scraping my wax, sleeping, my knife in the bed
Meek Mill is detailing the anecdote of scraping the wax from a candle to sharpen his knife in order to protect himself while he sleeps.
They got a nigga on point like there's a price on my head
Meek Mill is afraid that he might be targeted and killed by someone with a high-priced bounty on his head.
I'm going max, got me knocking suckers and they back
Meek Mill is willing to fight and defend himself as an inmate in a maximum-security prison.
In the cell, raising hell, tryna get back to the trap
Meek Mill is detailing the reality of life for a young black man in prison, noting that he's trying to get back to the 'trap' or neighborhood where he grew up.
But don't ever get it twisted it's Meek Mill, we spittin' facts
Meek Mill is suggesting that his music is based on his real experiences.
Plus somebody said they seen it and they mean it so they steady screaming
Meek Mill is referring to the widespread recognition of his talent and the fact that he's not the only one who believes that his music represents the spirit of Tupac Shakur.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: WILLIAM ROBERTS, ROBERT WILLIAMS, MIKE WILL, MARQUEL MIDDLEBROOKS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ConvictedBattler
what fucking prison is u in with that lid on the toilet seat???? lmao 1:30
@messiisanalien3461
probably the one he worked at, before he stole freeway Rick ross name
@davidfahmi8995
fack you
@jermainemoody2340
ConvictedBattler Fr
@rcoverdose
ConvictedBattler LMFAO lmfao dead
@pennyhardawaytherealg.o.a.7153
DAVID FAHMI English
@edrichoward850
Rest in peace to Tupac Shakur!
@chrisr.7032
Meek killed this shit. He even switched into the Tupac flow "I'm sipping Hennessyyyy"
@nuggfoot19
.. that's not a Pac flow just because he also mentioned Hennessey..
@shun8733
@@nuggfoot19Mf he ain’t talmbout the bc he said Hennessy , he talking about the way he said it