Protect Da Brand
Moneybagg Yo Lyrics

One thing about it, I'ma stand (all the way up)
I am resolute and steadfast, no matter what.

I'm not the one I think you should fuck with
I am not the guy to mess with, and I advise against it.

Just lettin' you know in advance (no)
I am giving you advanced warning about what will happen if you cross me.

I got a goon holding a burner
I have an associate armed and ready for protection.

You can get left with a tan (fire)
You may get burned or injured if you cross me or my associates.

He a junkie for the dumb shit
He is attracted to and excels in dangerous activities.

Want all the smoke like a strand (dope)
He is eager for conflict and willing to fight.

Just protecting the brand (gotta protect the brand)
I am committed to safeguarding my reputation and image.

Too much to count right now, I don't got enough hands (right now it just me and her with it)
There are so many things to attend to that I feel overwhelmed and have insufficient resources.

They dissin', I know that they wishin' I'd give 'em a chance (never get tricked at the spot)
I am aware of those who criticize me and want me to make a mistake, but I am vigilant and will not fall for their tricks.

You reach, I blank, you stank, I'm goin' to the can (goin' fed)
If you make a move against me, I will retaliate and send you to jail.

Get the drop, go heat up his block (right now)
Let's gather information and go cause trouble in his territory.

The chopper hold ninety-nine, plus one
The firearm is capable of discharging 100 shots.

Put on for my city every time I drop
I represent and showcase my hometown every time I release new music.

Couple niggas stuck and they mad that I'm not
Some people are feeling stagnant in their careers and are envious of my success.

Hate that I'm hot like what's under the pot
People resent my success and talent, and it bothers them.

Got 'em where I want them, I heard that a lot
I am in control of the situation and have heard this statement many times.

Big Speaker, big stepper
I am a confident and assertive individual who moves with purpose and impact.

Still in rotation with the trappers and the jackers
I am still connected and involved with people who sell drugs and commit crimes.

Hot boy ridin' with the pump, asthma
I am riding with someone who is armed and ready, and they are ready for action.

Double R truck, red seats, plasma
I am driving a luxury car with high-end features.

I'm hitting the bitch from the back, got her sayin' the brand
I am engaging in sexual activity with someone who is referring to me by my brand name.

And free all the bros out the can (gang)
I want to release all of my associates from jail and reunite with them.

Never seen him, so we clap at his mans like hands
We are not familiar with this person, so we attack their associates instead.

Why would you play with the clan?
Why would you provoke or upset our group?

F and a N, A and the R
We are referring to our gang's name and letters.

Infrared beam, it glow in the dark
The firearm has an attachment that creates an infrared beam that can be seen in the dark.

Put in the work and don't tell what you saw
Be diligent and keep quiet about what you've seen or heard.

I'm a big driver, controlling the car (big bag)
I have significant influence and am in control of the situation.

They ridin' a wrong or right (don't matter)
It does not matter if they are doing the right thing or not; they are against me.

Lil' niggas tote choppas my height (six-three)
Even younger individuals carry firearms as large as I am.

I flooded the brand and ice (on me)
I am wealthy and successful, and it shows in my lavish belongings.

You reach, you playing with your life, yeah
If you come after me, you are risking your own life.

You know the brand, we winning (let's go)
My brand is noteworthy and successful, and I am continuing to succeed.

Better ask 'bout DaBaby and see what they say
Ask around enough about who I am as an artist and see what you can learn.

That lil' nigga ain't playing, he with it (yeah)
I am not someone to be taken lightly and am committed to my work.

Nigga, know I keep fire on me 24/7
I am always armed and ready for action.

You get cooked like a pan, a skillet
You will be violently attacked and dealt with.

I'm protecting the brand, how you standing on that?
I am committed to defending my iconography and image, how are you dealing with that?

I come step on you like a pair of tennis (okay)
I will physically hurt you in some way if you do not respect me.

Ain't that what they call it in Memphis? (Uh-huh)
Isn't this what they say in the Memphis area?

Knew a few niggas balling in Memphis (ball)
I had associates in Memphis who were quite successful.

Got a bag, I'm with Bagg, I'ma let you know (yeah)
I have money, and I am working with Moneybagg Yo.

If I pull that bitch out, I'ma let it blow (boom)
If I draw my weapon, I will certainly use it.

Nigga, you know I'm hot, and my bitch a hot girl
I am successful and my partner is attractive and noteworthy.

We'll pop out like we Meg and Yo
We will appear abruptly and unexpectedly, like Megan Thee Stallion and Yo Gotti.

It was time to go ride 'bout the brand and your boy showed his hand
It was time to take action in defense of my image, and my associate revealed their position.

That lil' nigga was scared to go
That associate was afraid to be involved in the situation.

I think these niggas scared of the label
I believe these people are intimidated by the record label I am associated with.

Got a brand, but my brand way ahead of your label
My individual iconography is much more successful and noteworthy than your company's image.

We made these niggas famous
Our collective success has made many people famous.

Put one of your ass on the news, now your mama scared of the cable
If we hurt you or your associates, it will be on the news and your mother will be frightened.

Ayy Baby, what you gon' do if a nigga walk down
Hey, DaBaby, what will you do if someone approaches in an aggressive manner?

And he caught himself checkin' the label?
If they were checking me or my credentials?

Tell my lil' brother, "Pass me that AR"
Ask my associate to provide me with an assault rifle.

Like I'm asking for salt and pepper at the table
Just like casually asking for salt and pepper with a meal.

Just protecting the brand (hey)
I am solely devoted to protecting my image and reputation.