Intro
N.O.R.E. Lyrics


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Tryna build a brand
And man they really judge you quick
But like I said it's in the build
And how quick have you seen someone build somet sick? (Somet sick)
Everybody so quick to tell you lies
Just tryna do me can't compromise (No I can't)
This island will open your eyes
Country full of savages
Lord of the flies
Told K that we need be better living
Never known anyone in their comfort zone to make a million
So keep killing them (Keep killing them)
Keep quiet and keep your cool
The public will praise you for what you practice in private
If your enraged by a fool then you become the fool
Then I said Saturdays are for the boys
That's what I told her
Angel by my side I got the devil on my shoulder
We ain't supposed to speak our mind
It's how we're programmed and designed
But if we break that stereotype
We might be living better lives
I was hiding my strife
Protecting my pride and hiding inside (Fuck sake)
In who am I meant to confide?
See it was all in my head sometimes I'm Mr. Brightside
Sitting on a some bangers thinking this is my time
Used to watch 8 Mile and mime at the screen
Now gyallie whine on the team
Girls sell you a dream
I'm a hypocrite cos I get friendly with the slags in the run up to Halloween
Inspired by the fashion guys they've got the maddest drive
Reach for the skies and miss so what
Go back to living deprived (Huh)
I'm killing these guys and delivering vibes
I put myself in the deep end
'Cause the boats already gonna end up capsized
My space is the only thing you guys burglarize
That implies Junior the franchise




Meet me by the Golden Gates if you empathize
Kind of mad 'cause more time it's ya mates that will jeopardize

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to N.O.R.E.'s song "Intro" are a raw and gritty depiction of the life of a drug dealer. The opening line, "Malos Cantore', hijo de puta," is Spanish for "bad cops, sons of bitches," setting the tone for the anti-authoritarian and rebellious nature of the song. The next line, "Esa droga sigue entrando, dos, tres," which means "that drug keeps coming in, two, three," showcases the persistence and prevalence of drug use and sales. The following line, "Tu puta sigue mirando tan fresh," translates to "your chick keeps looking so fresh," which could be seen as a boast about the drug dealer's success and the attractive lifestyle it affords him.


The song also highlights the struggles and dangers of this way of life, with the line "Estoy bailando con la nada, tomando jarabe," or "I am dancing with nothing, taking syrup," perhaps alluding to the emptiness and numbness that can come with drug addiction. The lyric "Money, money, para ustedes, el que sabe, sabe," which means "Money, money, for you all, whoever knows, knows," further emphasizes the financial motivation and knowledge necessary to succeed in this dangerous profession.


The lyrics also touch upon the drug dealer's expertise and experience with lines such as "Desde la esquina mΓ‘s oscura que tiene la feria, Experto en la materia, el rey de la academia," which means "From the darkest corner of the fair, expert in the matter, king of the academy," showcasing the savvy and cunning required to navigate the drug trade.


Line by Line Meaning

Malos Cantore', hijo de puta
This line means that the rapper is a bad person and a son of a bitch.


Esa droga sigue entrando, dos, tres
The lyrics indicate that drugs are being smuggled into the area in large quantities.


Tu puta sigue mirando tan fresh
This line refers to a woman who is watching the events of the area from a distance.


Eso' negro' estΓ‘n diciendo que no lo hago bien
This line suggests that some people are saying the rapper is not performing well.


Las ventas estΓ‘n subiendo, sΓ­ se pueden ver
This line is talking about the drug trade and how it is increasing.


Guacho, vos no tenΓ©' nivel, por el barrio lo saben
The rapper is telling another person that they are not up to par with the rest of the neighborhood.


Por eso nunca dejarΓ‘n que Bardero$ se apague
This line is saying that the rapper's name, Bardero$, will never be forgotten.


Estoy bailando con la nada, tomando jarabe
The rapper is talking about getting high on cough syrup and feeling empty inside.


Money, money, para ustedes, el que sabe, sabe
The line is saying that the people who know how to make money are the ones truly in the know.


En la casa del hustle, seis kilo' en el closet
The lyrics are talking about a house where drugs are stored in the closet.


Me entiende el de la grasa fina porque me conoce
This line is about the rapper's connection with other drug dealers.


Preguntan: "ΒΏCΓ³mo se hace?", si no hablo con los dioses
The rapper is asked how to make drugs but he is saying it is a secret.


Yo no les dejo chance, mami, esto es pa' que lo goces
This lyric is about enjoying life and not giving opportunities away.


Desde la esquina mΓ‘s oscura que tiene la feria
The rapper is talking about the darkest part of the neighborhood.


Experto en la materia, el rey de la academia
The rapper is saying he is the king of the drug trade.


A los 14 ya guardaba la droga en las media'
This line is about the rapper dealing drugs from a young age.


Mi madre pa' mΓ­ es mi santa, la calle es mi dueΓ±a
The rapper is saying that his mother is the most important person in his life, but the streets control him.


Yo, again, again
The rapper is repeating this line to emphasize his message.


Hustlers, hoodrats sick ass thugs
The lyric is describing the people involved in the drug trade.


Funky ass shit, like, every single day (esto no es mΓΊsica, es droga)
The rapper is saying that what he is doing is not music, but drugs.


Yo, again, again (yeh)
The rapper is repeating his message.


I don't give a fuck
This line is about how the rapper does not care what others think of him.


Nigga, what?
The rapper is asking what others think of him.


With my mind on my money and my money on my mind
This line is about the rapper's focus on making money.




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Written by: JACK ROBERTS

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Comments from YouTube:

@tiablake10

Carl Thomas.... Sam would be so proud you sang that 🎢

@langstonousley1202

1 of the hardest intros ever.....RIP SAM COOKE!!

@christopherjohnson6291

I'm sorry, but I just had to ask, you do know this is Carl Thomas right? I know Sam Cooke is the original but this is Carl Thomas on this track

@dujon06

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@dujon06

No Sam Cooke but Carl Thomas smashed it❀❀❀😫Classic intro

@langstonousley1202

@@christopherjohnson6291 yeah dumbass.. we know its carl Thomas...its sam cookes song...stupid ass

@christopherjohnson6291

@@langstonousley1202 πŸ˜† you mad you mad! πŸ˜‚

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@kevinhailey1985

I didn't want Carl to stop singing on this classic! haha

@JamesKlass79

I banged this every morning driving to school in my maxima. Whole album was crack. Capone Home!!

@leftypaws1131

Same. Every morning 10th grade πŸ˜‚

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