1. A side project… Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists that go by the name "Meeks"
1. A side project for the Japanese shoegaze band Broken Little Sister. In July of 2013, they released a Beatles cover album under the name.
2. UK rapper from Birmingham, from the rap group S-Squad search MeeksSSQUAD
Trust
Meeks Lyrics
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wouldn't last a week in my hood if you was broke
And wouldn't last a day if you had money
I seen grown men cry, grown men die, for the love of that money
In God we trust!
My trigger finger itchin', Palms itchin' too
We back-to-back in ghosts, playin' peek-a-boo
So for a hundred ki's, think what my clique could do
I'm talkin' clappin' toasts, bullets 'll hit your roof
They hit his body he went in shock, no Pikachu
Niggas ain't bout it they talkin' but really pick and choose
We on our second strike, we ain't got shit to lose
All my niggas is felons, all you niggas is tellin'
Sold your soul to them people, they gon' get you to sell it
They gon' get you to move it, they gon' get you a buick
They gon' get you a wire, like niggas gon' use it
You gon' tell on your brothers, what a lame homie
I got a bullet with your name on it, and a full clip I autographed
Kids cryin' at the viewing, I guess it was upset
We done went to war with the realest, shot it out with the best
Talkin' high-end gorillas, banana clips make a mess
I seen young niggas cry, I seen young niggas fold
I seen young niggas die because a young nigga told
For the love of the money, for the love of the money
For the love of the money, love of the money
Man, them young niggas hungry, for the love of the money
I seen real niggas cry, I seen real niggas hit
I seen real niggas die, cuz a real nigga snitch
In God we trust
Lotta niggas act Tony-like
Told them deez everything you heard but that's your homie right
But he got killers lurkin' outside at your home tonight
They gon' hit the crib and kill the kids, oh that's Kony right
Oh that's Kony-like, everybody bleed
Cuz he come out in 2060, Christmas Eve
First time he went to prison he ain't get to leave
Feds takin' pictures, niggas is rats, you should say cheese
Once a local dude, shit the fire now
Never ever spit a rap but he got bars now
I'm talkin' fed time, yard up, yard down
Baby mama can't pay the bills, shit is hard now
How that make you feel, you should pay them bills
MA spittin in them trays when they make yo' meal
Niggas shittin' out them packs just to take them pills
And his baby mama brought em in, boy this shit is real
Niggas turn to Muslim, niggas turn to Christian
They gave him life, he try'n appeal it, got him on a mission
His homies ain't learn, they still in the kitchen
They firin' bullshit, that coka ain't swimmin'
It's coming up short, no food on the fork
Niggas is catchin' cases, niggas is goin' to court
He done slaved in the field, you the one on the porch
With the gun in your hand, try and run with the man
We done went to war with the realest, shot it out with the best
Talkin' high-end gorillas, banana clips make a mess
I seen young niggas cry, I seen young niggas fold
I seen young niggas die because a young nigga told
For the love of the money, for the love of the money
For the love of the money, love of the money
Man, them young niggas hungry, for the love of the money
I seen real niggas cry, I seen real niggas hit
I seen real niggas die, cause a real nigga snitch
In God we trust
Hey look, Ima tell you like this
If you in school nigga, stay in school
If you got a job nigga, stay at work
If you a family man, stay with your mofuckin' family nigga
Cause this shit ain't meant for everybody dawg
Everybody talk that shit, until they get caught up in some real shit
And then they start talkin' that shit
We done went to war with the realest, shot it out with the best
Talkin' high-end gorillas, banana clips make a mess
I seen young niggas cry, I seen young niggas fold
I seen young niggas die because a young nigga told
For the love of the money, for the love of the money
For the love of the money, love of the money
Man, them young niggas hungry, for the love of the money
I seen real niggas cry, I seen real niggas hit
I seen real niggas die, 'cause a real nigga snitch
In God we trust
The song Trust by Meek Mill is about the harsh realities of living in a poverty-stricken neighborhood where money is the only way out. Meek Mill is reflecting on the violence and betrayal that occurs when people are desperate for financial freedom. He is warning people not to get caught up in the pursuit of money, because it could lead to their demise. The lyrics are a warning to those who think they are tough and would not be afraid to live in his neighborhood. Meek Mill is saying that they are not ready for the war and violence that happens there.
The lyrics also talk about how people in his community will go to great lengths to get money. Whether it's through selling drugs or robbing, it doesn't matter as long as they can provide for their families. Meek Mill is reflecting on the sacrifices people make for money, even if it means putting their lives and freedom in danger. He tells the story of how he and his friends went to war over a few bricks of drugs that could bring in hundreds of thousands of dollars. The song is a reminder that people should not throw away their morals for money.
Overall, Trust by Meek Mill is a song about the harsh realities of living in poverty and the desperate measures people take to escape it. The lyrics are a warning to anyone who thinks they have what it takes to survive in his neighborhood.
Line by Line Meaning
See most of y'all sucka ass niggas
I observe that the majority of you weak individuals
wouldn't last a week in my hood if you was broke
would not survive for a week in my neighborhood if you were financially challenged
And wouldn't last a day if you had money
And also wouldn't last a single day if you were wealthy
I seen grown men cry, grown men die, for the love of that money
I have witnessed adult males shedding tears and losing their lives due to their intense desire for money
In God we trust!
We place our faith in God above all else!
My trigger finger itchin', Palms itchin' too
I feel the urge to pull the trigger, and my palms are also itching
We back-to-back in ghosts, playin' peek-a-boo
We are riding in expensive cars right behind each other, playing a game of peek-a-boo
We went to war with Sosa over a brick or two
We engaged in a conflict with Sosa over a significant amount of drugs
So for a hundred ki's, think what my clique could do
Therefore, just imagine the power and influence my group could possess with one hundred kilograms of drugs
I'm talkin' clappin' toasts, bullets 'll hit your roof
I am referring to shooting and causing destruction, where bullets will strike the top of your building
They hit his body he went in shock, no Pikachu
When the bullets struck his body, he was in a state of shock, similar to an electric Pokemon called Pikachu
Niggas ain't bout it they talkin' but really pick and choose
Individuals are not truly committed to the lifestyle they claim, they just selectively decide which actions to take
We on our second strike, we ain't got shit to lose
We are already on our second strike, so we have nothing more to lose
All my niggas is felons, all you niggas is tellin'
All of my associates have criminal records, while all of you are acting as informants
Sold your soul to them people, they gon' get you to sell it
You have betrayed your principles to those in power, and they will manipulate you into further betrayal
They gon' get you to move it, they gon' get you a buick
They will coerce you into transporting illegal goods, and they will provide you with a Buick as a means of compensation
They gon' get you a wire, like niggas gon' use it
They will provide you with a wiretap device, assuming that you will use it for illegal activities
You gon' tell on your brothers, what a lame homie
You will betray your own friends and family, which is an act of cowardice
I got a bullet with your name on it, and a full clip I autographed
I possess a bullet specifically designated for you, and I have personally signed a full magazine of ammunition
Kids cryin' at the viewing, I guess it was upset
Children are weeping during the funeral, presumably because they are disturbed by the tragic event
We done went to war with the realest, shot it out with the best
We have engaged in fierce battles with the most genuine individuals, exchanging gunfire with the most skilled
Talkin' high-end gorillas, banana clips make a mess
Referring to powerful individuals armed with high-capacity magazines, which cause significant damage
I seen young niggas cry, I seen young niggas fold
I have witnessed young individuals shedding tears and succumbing to pressure
I seen young niggas die because a young nigga told
I have witnessed young individuals losing their lives due to betrayal by one of their peers
Man, them young niggas hungry, for the love of the money
These young individuals are desperate for wealth, driven by their intense desire for money
I seen real niggas cry, I seen real niggas hit
I have witnessed true individuals shedding tears and physically striking others
I seen real niggas die, cuz a real nigga snitch
I have witnessed genuine individuals losing their lives due to betrayal by a fellow genuine individual
Lotta niggas act Tony-like
Many individuals pretend to be like Tony Montana
Told them deez everything you heard but that's your homie right
You revealed all the information you heard to the authorities, but you consider them your friend, correct?
But he got killers lurkin' outside at your home tonight
However, he has dangerous individuals waiting outside your residence tonight, ready to cause harm
They gon' hit the crib and kill the kids, oh that's Kony right
They will invade your home and murder your children, isn't that reminiscent of Joseph Kony's actions?
Oh that's Kony-like, everybody bleed
This is similar to Kony's behavior, where everyone, regardless of their background, suffers
Cuz he come out in 2060, Christmas Eve
Because Kony is projected to appear on Christmas Eve in the year 2060
First time he went to prison he ain't get to leave
The first time he was incarcerated, he was not released
Feds takin' pictures, niggas is rats, you should say cheese
Law enforcement is documenting evidence, and the individuals associated with it are acting as informants, so you should pose for a picture
Once a local dude, shit the fire now
He used to be a regular person, but now he is dangerous and powerful
Never ever spit a rap but he got bars now
He never used to rap, but now he possesses a significant amount of criminal knowledge
I'm talkin' fed time, yard up, yard down
I am referring to the time spent in federal prison, where the incarcerated individuals are divided into groups outdoors or indoors
Baby mama can't pay the bills, shit is hard now
The mother of his child is unable to cover the expenses, and life has become difficult
How that make you feel, you should pay them bills
How does that make you feel? You should take responsibility for paying the bills
MA spittin in them trays when they make yo' meal
In prison, the correctional officers place their saliva in the trays when preparing your meals
Niggas shittin' out them packs just to take them pills
Individuals are consuming illegal drugs by defecating out the packages in order to ingest the pills
And his baby mama brought em in, boy this shit is real
And his child's mother is responsible for smuggling the drugs into the facility, emphasizing the toils and struggles of their reality
Niggas turn to Muslim, niggas turn to Christian
Individuals convert to Islam or Christianity
They gave him life, he try'n appeal it, got him on a mission
He received a life sentence, and now he is focused on appealing it, driven by a sense of purpose
His homies ain't learn, they still in the kitchen
His friends have not learned their lesson and are still involved in illegal activities
They firin' bullshit, that coka ain't swimmin'
They are using low-quality drugs, as the cocaine they possess is not of high purity
It's coming up short, no food on the fork
They are not making enough money, resulting in a lack of food on their plates
Niggas is catchin' cases, niggas is goin' to court
People are getting arrested and facing legal charges, requiring them to appear in court
He done slaved in the field, you the one on the porch
He has worked tirelessly in difficult conditions, while you comfortably observe from a safe distance
With the gun in your hand, try and run with the man
However, when you find yourself in danger, you cowardly resort to violence and attempt to join forces with those you previously criticized
Hey look, Ima tell you like this
Listen, I will explain it to you like this
If you in school nigga, stay in school
If you are currently attending school, my advice is for you to continue your education
If you got a job nigga, stay at work
If you have a job, my suggestion is for you to not deviate from your employment
If you a family man, stay with your mofuckin' family nigga
If you are a man responsible for a family, it is imperative that you prioritize spending time with your loved ones
Cause this shit ain't meant for everybody dawg
Because this lifestyle is not suitable for everyone
Everybody talk that shit, until they get caught up in some real shit
Everyone talks tough until they find themselves tangled in genuine, dangerous situations
And then they start talkin' that shit
And at that point, they begin regretting their previous actions
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MAURICE JORDAN, ROBERT RIHMEEK WILLIAMS, BYRON KEITH FOREST II
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