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.
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Meek Mill Lyrics
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Puffing on the purp
Overtime on you niggas
Going to work
I'm going to work, I'm going to work
Overtime on you niggas, 'cause going to work
I'm gonna get it any means necessary
'Cause you know I'm 'bout my paper like a secretary
I'm going to work, I'm going to work
Gotta go to court tomorrow, DA on my dick
So I'mma wear my Audemar, just to make her sick
I might go yellow Presi on her
Just to make her pissed
Then go home and break a brick and break it down to bacon bits
I'm going to work I'm going to work
The phone's popping, like we on the first
We up on Neiman's, we going berserk
A nigga cross me, he going to church
Ridin' through the hood, back of the 'Bach
Started in the front, now they in back of the 'Bach
No love for the haters, no rap for the rats
Velcro shorty, we strapped and they strapped, work
Half you niggas telling so we never sell'em work
They don't wanna come and get it so we mail 'em work
Put my money in it so you know it better work
And my shooters with me so you know they put in work
Riding with the steel
Puffing on the purp
Overtime on you niggas
Going to work
I'm going to work, I'm going to work
Overtime on you niggas, 'cause going to work
I'm gonna get it any means necessary
'Cause you know I'm 'bout my paper like a secretary
I'm going to work, I'm going to work
I'm going to work, I'm going to work
I might go buy a boat tomorrow
Just to take a trip
Big belly rude boy
Bad Jamaican bitch
I head straight to Colombia
I'm talking Bogota
Ship 'em up to Philly, Milly living like he Gorbachev
Not the Reagen Era but a nigga making cheddar
Rayful Edmond in the mirror and I'm never telling
The game sweet soda, seats watermelon
Clip full of sunflower seeds in my Mac-11
And I steal a mothafucka's like a student felon
Bookbags full of blocks and them bitches selling
I'm going to work, I'm going to work
I'm going to work, I'm going to work
Riding with the steel
Puffing on the purp
Overtime on you niggas
Going to work
I'm going to work, I'm going to work
Overtime on you niggas, 'cause going to work
I'm gonna get it any means necessary
'Cause you know I'm 'bout my paper like a secretary
I'm going to work, I'm going to work
I'm going to work, I'm going to work
Got some youngins that will murder for a new bike
Have you looking like you're fresh up out a food fight
Spaghetti on your head, shirt ketchup red
Shooting banana clips, we ain't never scared
Niggas say they looking for me, they ain't ever there
I'm like a Metro Phone Store 'cause I'm everywhere
I'm gon' get it any means necessary
'Cause you know I'm bout my paper like a secretary
Gave my nigga fifty years, forever buried
He said he gone make it home like he never worried
Free the homie Rick, and free my homie Brick
Doing hard time, love of the 36
Tried to get her number, shawty she ain't know me then
Wanna fuck me now, I'm like you dirty bitch!
Rookie of the year 'cause I murder shit, murder!
And I'm way back, 'cause it's Maybach
Riding with the steel
Puffing on the purp
Overtime on you niggas
Going to work
I'm going to work, I'm going to work
Overtime on you niggas, 'cause going to work
I'm gonna get it any means necessary
'Cause you know I'm bout my paper like a secretary
I'm going to work, I'm going to work
I'm going to work, I'm going to work (work!)
In the song "Work" by Meek Mill, the artist is telling the story of his hustle and dedication to his work, which is making money by any means necessary. He starts with the lines "Riding with the steel, puffing on the purp / Overtime on you n*****s, going to work", which talks about how he's always on the move, making money and staying protected. He continues by boasting about his work ethic, and his willingness to do whatever it takes to get money - "I'm going to get it any means necessary / 'Cause you know I'm 'bout my paper like a secretary".
The second verse is about Meek Mill's legal troubles, and how he's not scared of showing off his wealth in court to intimidate the district attorney - "So I'mma wear my Audemar, just to make her sick / I might go yellow Presi on her / Just to make her pissed". He also talks about his plans to expand his business to Colombia, to bring back more drugs to sell in Philadelphia. Finally, he brags about how he and his crew are always on top of their game, with guns, drugs, and a ruthless attitude - "Got some youngins that will murder for a new bike / Have you looking like you're fresh up out a food fight".
Overall, "Work" is a typical street rap song, with the artist bragging about his wealth, women, and drug-dealing business. However, it also highlights the struggles and dangers involved in this lifestyle, such as legal troubles, rival gangs, and violence. This song demonstrates Meek Mill's unique voice and flow, as well as his ability to create vivid images through his lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Riding with the steel
Carrying a gun for protection
Puffing on the purp
Smoking marijuana
Overtime on you niggas
Working harder than others
Going to work
Putting in effort to achieve goals
I'm gonna get it any means necessary
Doing whatever it takes to succeed
'Cause you know I'm 'bout my paper like a secretary
Focused on making money
Gotta go to court tomorrow, DA on my dick
Dealing with legal issues
So I'mma wear my Audemar, just to make her sick
Showing off wealth and status
I might go yellow Presi on her
Wearing a yellow Presidential Rolex
Then go home and break a brick and break it down to bacon bits
Dealing drugs to make money
The phone's popping, like we on the first
Getting a lot of phone calls and messages
We up on Neiman's, we going berserk
Shopping at a luxury store and going crazy
A nigga cross me, he going to church
If someone disrespects me, they will face consequences
Started in the front, now they in back of the 'Bach
Started with nothing, now have a luxury car
No love for the haters, no rap for the rats
Not giving attention to those who don't support me or are untrustworthy
Velcro shorty, we strapped and they strapped, work
Carrying guns for protection
Half you niggas telling so we never sell'em work
Avoiding those who might snitch to the police
They don't wanna come and get it so we mail 'em work
Selling drugs by mail to avoid getting caught
I might go buy a boat tomorrow
Buying something luxurious
Big belly rude boy
Referring to himself as a big, tough guy
Bad Jamaican bitch
Referring to a woman as attractive and Jamaican
Ship 'em up to Philly, Milly living like he Gorbachev
Shipping drugs to Philadelphia and making money like a Russian leader
Not the Reagen Era but a nigga making cheddar
Not living in the past, but still making money
Rayful Edmond in the mirror and I'm never telling
Referencing a notorious drug dealer and swearing to never become an informant
Clip full of sunflower seeds in my Mac-11
Having a Mac-11 gun loaded with bullets
And I steal a mothafucka's like a student felon
Being good at stealing things like a criminal
Bookbags full of blocks and them bitches selling
Carrying drugs in backpacks and selling them
Got some youngins that will murder for a new bike
Having people who are willing to commit murder for something as small as a bicycle
Spaghetti on your head, shirt ketchup red
Threatening violence that will result in bloodshed
Shooting banana clips, we ain't never scared
Being unafraid to use guns with large magazines
Niggas say they looking for me, they ain't ever there
People who claim to be looking for me are lying
I'm gon' get it any means necessary
Willing to do anything to get what I want
Gave my nigga fifty years, forever buried
A friend was sentenced to 50 years in prison
He said he gone make it home like he never worried
My friend is optimistic despite his sentence
Rookie of the year 'cause I murder shit, murder!
Being successful and dominant in his field
And I'm way back, 'cause it's Maybach
Driving a luxury Maybach car
Riding with the steel
Carrying a gun for protection
Puffing on the purp
Smoking marijuana
Overtime on you niggas
Working harder than others
Going to work
Putting in effort to achieve goals
I'm gonna get it any means necessary
Doing whatever it takes to succeed
'Cause you know I'm bout my paper like a secretary
Focused on making money
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: William Leonard Roberts, Robert Williams
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
haterskeephatin101
The energy on this is insane. This era meek and rick goes super hard.
Maruf Miah
When I go to work everyday I put this on....get's me in the mood and keeps me motivated!
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U r certainly right man.
Boom Sensei
The 808 rolls on this beat are legendary really the blueprint for today’s trap music
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Ommobilien Mogul
Lex Luger had the hardest trap beats ever, with jahlil beats
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