MO3 was born Melvin Noble in 1992. His rap debut came in the form of his 2014 mixtape, Shottaz. On the strength of that effort, he developed a local following and inked a deal with his idol, rapper Boosie Badazz. The sequel to his debut, Shottaz Reloaded, arrived at the close of 2015. The album featured "Hold Ya Tongue," which went on to become a moderate hit for MO3, notching nearly two million streaming views in the year after its release. Reloaded hit number 14 on the Billboard Rap chart, climbing to number two on the Heatseekers chart. His follow-up, 4 Indictments, appeared in late 2016 and topped the Heatseekers chart early the following year. He also issued the Gangsta Love, Pt. 1 mixtape in 2017.
Badazz MO3MO3's 2018 project Shottaz 3.0 would include one of his biggest hits yet, the cautionary "Errybody," which also racked up millions in streaming numbers. The next year found MO3 mainly releasing singles, including the Aaliyah-sampling "No Feelings" and the stormy "Too Much Pride." In February 2020, he teamed with storied Louisiana rapper Boosie Badazz for the collaborative mixtape Badazz MO3. The project quickly entered the Billboard 200 chart at number 136.
Noble was shot and killed on November 11, 2020. While being pursued by another vehicle as he was driving on Interstate 35 in Dallas, he crashed on the side of the road and attempted to flee on foot before an unidentified gunman shot him in the back of the head.
In My Blood
Mo3 Lyrics
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(I'm all the way one-hundred though)
Oh, yeah
La-da-da-da-da-da
Whoa
Yeah
Made a promise to my mama that
To my granny I'm an angel, but
This murder shit be runnin' through my blood (gang)
It's in my bloodline (bloodline)
Better hug your dawg if you love 'em
'Cause I can't hug mine (on God)
Retaliate, we put 'em up
Lil' bitch, I slung iron (blatt)
Locked in a cell, I got out of jail
And I still done crime (whoa, ah-ah-ah)
This why I still be in my feelings (why?)
Maybe 'cause the bitch that I'm lovin' be actin' different (ha)
Don't respect the fact I'm workin' on what we buildin' (what?)
And I ain't forget the pain, I'm just workin' on my forgiveness
Section 8, I'm thuggin', got killers all in my trenches (for real)
Clutchin', I got action, get at me, this shit get wicked (yeah)
Choppa flip 'em like a gymnast, yeah, without no blindfold
Treat an opp just like a surfboard, yeah, when I slide on
Full of passion bare the fruit of everlasting shit
Tell me they love me, but they hate me, I'm the last they pick
Under construction 'cause destruction what I always get
I went from selfless to selfish, they hatin' like a bitch
Niggas will plot on you, scheme on you
It's love 'til the beam on you
Fuck you over when it's done
Still gon' say what they need from you
Ain't no friends left to build with
Tools in hands but we ain't buildin'
Niggas prayin' for my downfall 'cause they know I got real shit
It's like hatin' is the fuckin' way of life now
Talkin' down on my name make haters so proud
Extra silent when I speak because my guns loud
Preach the positive but still won't put my guns down
I don't bang, you get banged if you ever try to check this
Feel like MO3, for sure, G, showin' love to Texas
On a song with my dawg, I'm gettin' features from Heaven
I'ma try to emulate you, but I know nobody better
Hey
Made a promise to my mama that
I gotta be better than I was (better than I was)
To my granny I'm an angel, but
This murder shit be runnin' through my blood (gang)
It's in my bloodline (bloodline)
Better hug your dawg if you love 'em
'Cause I can't hug mine (on God)
Retaliate, we put 'em up
Lil' bitch, I slung iron (blatt)
Locked in a cell, I got out of jail
And I still done crime (whoa, ah-ah-ah)
Mo3's song "In My Blood" is an emotional track that shows the struggle of a young man trying to better his life. The first verse speaks to the promises that Mo3 made to his mother and grandmother. He promises to be better than he used to be, but at the same time, he admits that he is drawn to violence and crime, much like his ancestors. He speaks of the curse of violence running through his blood and describes how he cannot even hug his friends, for fear of retaliation. Mo3 talks about his time in prison, and how even that experience failed to make him change his ways.
In the second verse, Mo3 talks about the emotional turmoil he experiences because of the woman he loves. He describes how she does not respect his efforts to build something together, and how he struggles to forgive her past hurts. Mo3 talks about his life in the Section 8 housing and the dangers that come with it. He speaks of the ever-present threat of violence and how he is always prepared to defend himself. The final verse talks about the constant hate and jealousy that he deals with, even from people who were once his friends. Mo3 speaks of his enemies plotting against him, and how he can only trust a select few. The song is a deeply personal reflection of the struggles of everyday life in a harsh environment.
Line by Line Meaning
Made a promise to my mama that
I committed to being a better person than I was for my mother.
I gotta be better than I was (better than I was)
I want to improve who I used to be.
To my granny I'm an angel, but
My grandmother sees me as a good person.
This murder shit be runnin' through my blood (gang)
I have a predisposition towards violent behavior.
It's in my bloodline (bloodline)
Violence runs in my family.
Better hug your dawg if you love 'em
Cherish your friends because I cannot hug mine, they are no longer with me.
'Cause I can't hug mine (on God)
I can't physically embrace my lost loved ones.
Retaliate, we put 'em up
I will fight back against those who harm me or my loved ones.
Lil' bitch, I slung iron (blatt)
I used to carry and use a gun.
Locked in a cell, I got out of jail
I was incarcerated but eventually released.
And I still done crime (whoa, ah-ah-ah)
I continued to partake in illegal activities after serving time in jail.
This why I still be in my feelings (why?)
This is why I often have emotional moments.
Maybe 'cause the bitch that I'm lovin' be actin' different (ha)
Perhaps it's because the woman I love has changed.
Don't respect the fact I'm workin' on what we buildin' (what?)
She doesn't appreciate the efforts I'm making towards our relationship.
And I ain't forget the pain, I'm just workin' on my forgiveness
I haven't forgotten the hurt but I am trying to forgive.
Section 8, I'm thuggin', got killers all in my trenches (for real)
I live in a poor area and have violent companions.
Clutchin', I got action, get at me, this shit get wicked (yeah)
I have weapons and am ready to retaliate when necessary.
Choppa flip 'em like a gymnast, yeah, without no blindfold
I can use my gun with precision and accuracy.
Treat an opp just like a surfboard, yeah, when I slide on
I will easily defeat my enemy when I confront them.
Full of passion bare the fruit of everlasting shit
I am driven by intense emotions that may result in long-lasting consequences.
Tell me they love me, but they hate me, I'm the last they pick
People claim to care for me but I am often overlooked or disregarded.
Under construction 'cause destruction what I always get
I am always dealing with chaos and destruction in my life.
I went from selfless to selfish, they hatin' like a bitch
I used to be more giving but am now more self-centered, causing others to resent me.
Niggas will plot on you, scheme on you
People will conspire against you.
It's love 'til the beam on you
People will pretend to care about you until they intend to do you harm.
Fuck you over when it's done
People will betray you in the end.
Still gon' say what they need from you
People will take advantage of you even if they know it's wrong.
Ain't no friends left to build with
I have no true allies to collaborate with anymore.
Tools in hands but we ain't buildin'
We have the means to create but choose to use our resources for violence instead.
Niggas prayin' for my downfall 'cause they know I got real shit
People are hoping for my failure because they envy my success.
It's like hatin' is the fuckin' way of life now
Hating has become a common practice and way of living for many people.
Talkin' down on my name make haters so proud
Others find joy in belittling me and putting me down.
Extra silent when I speak because my guns loud
I often only need to show my weapon to intimidate others.
Preach the positive but still won't put my guns down
I want to promote positivity but refuse to give up my violent ways.
I don't bang, you get banged if you ever try to check this
I am not affiliated with a gang but will fight back if provoked.
Feel like MO3, for sure, G, showin' love to Texas
I relate to MO3, a fellow rapper from Texas, and pay homage to our home state.
On a song with my dawg, I'm gettin' features from Heaven
I am collaborating with MO3, who passed away, and feel like I have a connection to him from the afterlife.
I'ma try to emulate you, but I know nobody better
I want to follow in MO3's footsteps but recognize that he is irreplaceable.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: Melvin A. Noble, Morae Ruffin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@manshine6510
"Im gettin features from heaven"
Morray
fly high king MO3🕊
@yf9014
That's what I said. That's a line that ain't never been spoken!!
@kc816_9
That line right there🔥🔥 And 💩on da OOP's 💯🤟🦍 LL Osama!!!!
@retrojordan7484
The best line on this song. Rip Osama
@yf9014
I loved Murray's lip syncing with mo3 adlivs and the energy he brought for our big dawg 3, that's love and respect. Other side better fold or tap out.
@Russell_RC
That’s not hard
@jalilantonio734
Man morrary did his shit Rip MO3 FOREVER STEPPIN..!!!
@raheemperez8627
Morray cool RELAX not all dat 2 b HONEST LL3 THOUGH 1 OF DA TRILLEST 2 EVER ROCK FRFR 💯
@fellaunseen4421
https://youtu.be/f9aV0OKqlRY
@kennethcerossley4978
@Young Choppah .