Keeping It Up
Mr. Blotto Lyrics


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If bby bout a bag we gone run up
Ain't no horse playing get them numbers up
If I don't run the city I'm the runner up
Grind day an night I'm 100 up
The way I plan the play is sophisticated
Still grinding day an night like I never made it
Couple hundred up stomach still rumbling
Driving through the hills real humbling
The money that I stack they blow it on a crib
That's why I'm in these streets gettin it how i live
All these niccas want to be a nicca that ain't
That's why i'm always doin shit these niccas can't
Two years home standing on my own 2
Ten whips money in the safe all blue
Lost a couple niggas I would buss 4
Like damn pops told me not trust tho
It always be your own niccas
Sometimes I'm loyal to the wrong niccas
I guess this shit just make me strong nicca
Vision clear I'm in my zone nicca
Twenty Twenty made a cold nicca
I used to brake it down to stones nicca
If bby bout a bag we gone run up
Ain't no horse playing get them numbers up
If I don't run the city I'm the runner up
Grind day an night i'm 100 up
I'm loving life
I'm a living legend
So godly like I live in heaven
To the street I'm a fuccin veteran
Etcetera... etcetera...
I put that on the 3rd letter cuh
Ain't another nicca like me
You can't make another white D
My life a movie like a spike Lee
But this ain't a flic
This that young gogetta shit
Born an raised in the city bitch
Addicted to the bag gettin
Europeans wit the stash in it
Incase i gotta let they ass get it
Toe tagg wit the bag wit it
Cause this ain't a game
I'm a winner you a fuckn lame
I set trends so I built a lane
Got this money from producing pain
On baby dogg we are not the same




Ever succa nigga hating smell the gun smoke
Naw I'm just playin that's fun joke

Overall Meaning

The song "Keeping It Up" by Mr. Blotto speaks of pursuing financial success and power in life. The central theme of the song is the struggle to make it to the top and not being content with maintaining the status quo. The lyrics mainly focus on chasing money, gaining respect, and overcoming personal obstacles to live a better life.


The song's opening lines signify that the singer intends to work hard and get his money up. He also warns that there will be no horse-playing or slacking off. The following lines suggest that he is fighting to be the best in his city and do not want to be a runner-up. Although he has made significant progress in his career, he still works hard day and night without any complacency. Despite this, he is still in a tough situation because his belly continues to rumble while he tries to accumulate as much wealth as possible.


The second verse talks about how the singer stays away from spending excessively, unlike some of his misguided acquaintances. He also maintains his dedication to the streets and the fast life that comes with it. The third verse speaks of his unparallel status among men and the success that keeps coming his way.


Line by Line Meaning

If bby bout a bag we gone run up
If my partner wants to make money, we’re going to work hard to achieve this.


Ain't no horse playing get them numbers up
We’re not messing around, we’re focused on increasing our profits.


If I don't run the city I'm the runner up
If I'm not dominating the competition, I’m not satisfied.


Grind day an night I'm 100 up
I work tirelessly, nonstop earning money, and I already made a 100% profit.


The way I plan the play is sophisticated
My strategy in business is smart and stylish.


Still grinding day an night like I never made it
I never stop hustling or lose sight of my goals, no matter how successful I may become.


Couple hundred up stomach still rumbling
Despite earning a few hundred dollars, I may still feel hungry and need to push harder.


Driving through the hills real humbling
Traveling through high-end areas and luxurious homes reminds me of where I came from and how hard I’ve worked to get here.


The money that I stack they blow it on a crib
Others spend their hard-earned money on lavish homes, but I prefer to keep grinding and increase my wealth.


That's why I'm in these streets getting it how I live
I’m working hard in the streets to earn money, this is how I support my lifestyle.


All these niccas want to be a nicca that ain't
Many people try to be something they’re not, but I stay true to myself.


That's why I'm always doin shit these niccas can't
I stand out from the crowd and do things that others can’t.


Two years home standing on my own 2
After returning home, I’ve been able to support myself independently.


Ten whips money in the safe all blue
I have ten cars and lots of money stored safely in a blue vault.


Lost a couple niggas I would bust 4
I’ve lost a few friends but I would go all out to defend them.


Like damn pops told me not trust tho
My father advised me not to trust people blindly.


It always be your own niccas
Unfortunately, your closest friends and family often turn out to be the ones who betray you in the end.


Sometimes I'm loyal to the wrong niccas
I’ve been loyal to the wrong people in the past.


I guess this shit just make me strong nicca
I’ve become stronger and more resilient because of my experiences.


Vision clear I'm in my zone nicca
My focus is clear, and I’m in the zone right now.


Twenty Twenty made a cold nicca
The year 2020 has made me more successful.


I used to brake it down to stones nicca
I used to break down drugs into small pieces before selling them.


I'm loving life
I’m happy with my current situation and enjoying my lifestyle.


I'm a living legend
I’ve become a legendary figure due to my success and achievements.


So godly like I live in heaven
I feel powerful and superior, almost like I’m living in heaven.


To the street I'm a fuccin veteran
I have lots of experience working in the streets and hustling for money.


I put that on the 3rd letter cuh
I promise or swear on my life, the third letter of the alphabet, which is 'C.'


Ain't another nicca like me
There is no one else like me, I am unique and one of a kind.


You can't make another white D
You can’t create someone like me, it’s impossible.


My life a movie like a spike Lee
My life is an interesting story, just like a Spike Lee movie.


But this ain't a flic
But it’s not fiction, it’s real life.


This that young gogetta shit
This is the mentality of a young hustler who is always seeking to make more money.


Born an raised in the city bitch
I was born and raised in the city, and I’m proud of it.


Addicted to the bag getting
I’m addicted to earning money and always want more.


Europeans wit the stash in it
I hide my money in European banks to keep it safe.


In case I gotta let they ass get it
If someone tries to take my money, I will defend it by any means necessary.


Toe tagg wit the bag wit it
I’ll die before anyone takes my money from me.


'Cause this ain't a game
This is serious business.


I'm a winner you a fuckn lame
I’m a winner and you’re a loser.


I set trends so I built a lane
I’m a trendsetter and have created my path to success.


Got this money from producing pain
I’ve earned money through illegal activities that have caused people pain and suffering.


On baby dogg we are not the same
I’m nothing like anyone else, and I swear on my child.


Ever succa nigga hating smell the gun smoke
Whenever someone hates on my success, they’ll smell the gun smoke from my anger.


Naw I'm just playing that's fun joke
I’m not serious, just messing around with you.




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Written by: kory white

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