Career
His early mixtapes were issued in 2012, including From The Da Block 2 Da Booth and October 20th. In 2016, he released three more, one of which won a Memphis Hip Hop Award for Mixtape of the Year. Federal Reloaded, a revision of the first installment of the Federal series, featured guest appearances from Y Grizzle, Young Dolph, and OG Boo Dirty, among others. The follow-up, ELO (Everybody Lives On), included guest appearances from Yo Gotti and Migos' Quavo, among others. His work with Yo Gotti continued on a joint effort titled 2 Federal, released in October 2016. Heartless arrived in February 2017 and charted at #177 on the Billboard 200.[5] The mixtape featured guest appearances from YFN Lucci and Lil Durk. In October 2017, Moneybagg released Federal 3X, his debut with Interscope since signing a distribution deal. The mixtape contiains a sole feature from YoungBoy Never Broke Again. In 2018, Moneybagg Yo delivered a compilation album titled "Moneybagg Yo Presents: NLess Ent x Bread Gang". The project was released on January 1, 2018. On February 14, 2018, Moneybagg released his sequel mixtape to 2017's Heartless, 2 Heartless with features from Quavo, Yo Gotti, Lil Baby, and BlocBoy JB and production from Zaytoven and Southside. On July 27, 2018 Moneybagg Yo released an extended play called Bet On Me with features from YoungBoy Never Broke Again, Lil Baby, and Gunna with the production handled from Tay Keith, Drum God, Javar and others.
Industry
Moneybagg Yo Lyrics
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All these words on this page sums up to two
Fuck you
These niggas lame as fuck (They lames)
These niggas not like us (At all)
I can't get used to this industry shit (I can't, I ain't gon' lie)
These niggas act like hoes (Hoes)
I can't get used to this industry shit (I can't, fuck it)
Ay, this my letter to y'all, I cannot vibe at all
I can't get used to this industry shit (Shit just way too fake)
These niggas lame as fuck, these niggas not like us (Like us)
I can't get used to this industry shit (I can't, what happened?)
I met my favorite rapper, he ain't know he was my favorite rapper (What'd he do?)
He played me to the left (For real), I damn near bitch slapped him (On life)
I'm thinkin' to myself, "Who the fuck he think he is?"
Look at this shit for what it is, so I kept it concealed (I'm cool)
That's why I stand out, it's hard for me to fit in (It's just me then)
It's only two seats in this car, you can't get in (You can't get in)
I don't work well with niggas, it feel like I'm jobless
When you in the public eye you become a target (For real)
Don't wanna be friends with these niggas
Forced to shake hands with these niggas
Don't wanna be mans with these niggas
Made my folks fans of these niggas (True story, I birthed them)
I just want bags and big figures
Quit tryna act like you with us
Don't try to come stand in my picture (Ay, stay over there)
This whole industry just fake to me (It's fake to Bagg)
I told my niggas, "Just have faith in me" (Just pray for me)
Hoes used to pull off, now they wait for me (They stayin' now)
You wanna see me, gotta pay for me (Backends)
This why the hood niggas relate to me (The streets, the hood, the world)
It ain't no flaw, it ain't no flake in me (Stand tall, won't fold, won't curve)
I keep my gun, it ain't no taking me (Hell nah, I can't go like that)
Ugh, ugh, exotic stank like potpourri
These niggas lame as fuck (They lames)
These niggas not like us (At all)
I can't get used to this industry shit (I can't, I ain't gon' lie)
These niggas act like hoes (Hoes)
Behind closed doors (Damn)
I can't get used to this industry shit (I can't, fuck it)
Ay, this my letter to y'all, I cannot vibe at all
I can't get used to this industry shit (Shit just way too fake)
These niggas lame as fuck, these niggas not like us (Like us)
I can't get used to this industry shit (I can't, what happened?)
They like when I go off
Came from nothin', so I show off (Show off)
You couldn't even get a bow off
Rappin' 'bout the shit, that was the throw off
Niggas weird, niggas green
Prop money, tight jeans
They call 'em deals 'cause you gotta deal with 'em
It ain't live as it seems
I ain't really with the mixed signals, we cool or we not? (No back and forth)
All that dick ridin' that you doin', you a nigga or thot? (A nigga or bitch)
You had the drop on him, let him go, you with us or the opps? (Answer me)
Never sellin' my soul (Why?) I'm grindin' my way to the top (Grindin' it out, yeah)
I met some real niggas in this shit too, like
Some niggas that I can tell came from where I came from
Been through what I've been through or worse
(DrumGod)
Fuck the industry
Sincerely, Moneybagg Yo
The lyrics of MoneyBagg Yo's song "Industry" convey his frustration and disillusionment with the music industry. He expresses his disdain for the fake and phony nature of the industry, stating that he can't get used to it. He criticizes other artists for acting like hoes and being different from him and his crew. MoneyBagg Yo shares his personal experience of meeting his favorite rapper, only to be disappointed when the rapper treated him poorly. He acknowledges that being in the public eye makes him a target and that he struggles to fit in and work well with others. Despite his frustrations, he remains true to himself and his hood, asserting that he keeps his gun and won't be taken advantage of.
Overall, "Industry" reflects MoneyBagg Yo's authenticity and struggle to navigate a music industry that he perceives as fake and disingenuous. He rejects the industry's norms and refuses to compromise his values, constantly reminding himself and others that he won't sell his soul.
Line by Line Meaning
My letter to the industry, like
This is my honest expression and message to the music industry
All these words on this page sums up to two
Everything written here boils down to two words: 'Fuck you'
Fuck you
Straightforward expression of disdain and frustration towards the industry
These niggas lame as fuck (They lames)
These individuals are incredibly boring and unimpressive
These niggas not like us (At all)
They don't possess the same qualities or characteristics as us
I can't get used to this industry shit (I can't, I ain't gon' lie)
I find it difficult to adapt to the fake and deceptive nature of the music industry
These niggas act like hoes (Hoes)
These guys behave in a manner that is reminiscent of promiscuous women
Behind closed doors (Damn)
Their true nature is exposed in private
I can't get used to this industry shit (I can't, fuck it)
I can't bring myself to accept or tolerate the phoniness in the music industry
Ay, this my letter to y'all, I cannot vibe at all
This letter serves as my unfiltered expression of disconnection and discomfort
Shit just way too fake
The industry is extremely artificial and insincere
I told my niggas, 'Just have faith in me' (Just pray for me)
I assured my friends to trust in me and support me through prayer
Hoes used to pull off, now they wait for me (They stayin' now)
Women who used to leave now eagerly wait for my attention and presence
This why the hood niggas relate to me (The streets, the hood, the world)
This authenticity is why people from the streets and hood identify with me, and even people worldwide
It ain't no flaw, it ain't no flake in me (Stand tall, won't fold, won't curve)
I don't have any weaknesses or inconsistencies, as I stand strong and remain true to myself
I keep my gun, it ain't no taking me (Hell nah, I can't go like that)
I always carry my gun as no one can harm or defeat me easily
Ugh, ugh, exotic stank like potpourri
My aura and presence radiate an alluring and captivating essence
They like when I go off
People enjoy it when I express myself without holding back
Came from nothin', so I show off (Show off)
I came from a humble background, so I proudly display my success now
You couldn't even get a bow off
You couldn't achieve even a small fraction of what I've accomplished
Rappin' 'bout the shit, that was the throw off
Rapping about certain things was just a diversion or distraction
Niggas weird, niggas green
Many individuals in the industry are strange and inexperienced
Prop money, tight jeans
They flaunt fake money and wear overly tight jeans as a facade
They call 'em deals 'cause you gotta deal with 'em
These so-called deals require you to tolerate and handle difficult situations
It ain't live as it seems
The industry isn't as exciting or glamorous as it appears
I ain't really with the mixed signals, we cool or we not? (No back and forth)
I don't appreciate inconsistent messages, are we friends or not? No going back and forth.
All that dick ridin' that you doin', you a nigga or thot? (A nigga or bitch)
You're acting overly supportive and it's unclear if you're a man or a woman
You had the drop on him, let him go, you with us or the opps? (Answer me)
You had the advantage over someone, but you let them escape. Are you on our side or the opposing side? Answer me.
Never sellin' my soul (Why?) I'm grindin' my way to the top (Grindin' it out, yeah)
I will never compromise my integrity because I'm working hard to achieve success on my own terms
I met some real niggas in this shit too, like
I also encountered genuine individuals in this industry, who are like
Some niggas that I can tell came from where I came from
People I can sense originated from a similar background as me
Been through what I've been through or worse
They have experienced what I have or even more challenging situations
Fuck the industry
A final expression of utter disregard for the music industry
Sincerely, Moneybagg Yo
Honest and genuine regards from Moneybagg Yo
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Demario Dewayne White, Robert Labrounte Gullatt
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