Hate Me Now
Nas Lyrics

Escobar Season has returned
Nas, also known as Escobar, is back on the music scene

It's been a long time, been a long time comin'
It has been a while since Nas has released new music

Looks like the death of me now
People are trying to bring Nas down and end his career

But you know, there's no turning back now
Nas is not giving up, he is committed to his music career

This is what makes me, this is what I am
Nas believes that his music is an integral part of his identity

You can hate me now,(Q.B.) but I won't stop now (real niggas)
Even if people hate him, Nas will continue making music

Cause I can't stop now, (Bravehearts) you can hate me now (c'mon)
Nas is determined to keep going despite the negativity

Don't hate me, hate the money I see, clothes that I buy
Nas suggests that some people hate him because of his wealth and material possessions

Ice that I wear, clothes that I try, close your eyes
Nas thinks that people are jealous of his expensive jewelry and designer clothes

Picture me rollin', sixes, money foldin'
Nas imagines himself cruising around in his luxury cars and having lots of cash

Bitches, honeys that swollen to riches, Nas get in ya
People are attracted to Nas because of his wealth and success

Most critically acclaimed Pulitzer Prize winner
Nas is a highly respected rapper and has won various awards

Best storyteller, thug narrator, my style's greater
Nas considers himself a talented rapper with a unique style

Model dater, big threat to a lot of you haters
Nas is popular with women and some people are intimidated by him

Commentators ringside try watchin' my paper
People are always trying to keep tabs on Nas's money and success

Almost a decade, quite impressive
Nas has been in the music industry for almost 10 years and has achieved a lot

Most of the best is in the essence
Nas believes that his artistic talent is an essential part of his being

For this rap shit that I stand for
Nas is committed to rap music and what it represents

Expandin' more to the big screen, Bill Gates dreams
Nas has aspirations beyond music, such as acting and entrepreneurship

But it seems you'd rather see me in jail with state greens
Some people want Nas to fail and go to prison

Want me off the scene fast, but good things last
Despite the haters, Nas is determined to stay in the music industry for the long term

Like your favorite MC still makin' some mean cash
Nas is successful and making a lot of money

First rapper to bring a platinum plaque back to the projects
Nas has achieved commercial success and brought it back to his hometown

But you still wanna hate, be my guest, I suggest
Nas doesn't care if people hate him, he encourages them to do so

You wanna hate me then hate me, what can I do
Nas is not trying to change people's opinions about him

But keep gettin' money, funny I was just like you
Nas used to struggle financially before becoming successful

I had to hustle hard, never give up, until I made it
Nas worked hard to achieve his success

Now y'all sayin' "that's a clever nigga, nothin' to play with"
People now recognize Nas's talents and abilities

Hate on me, I blew but I'm the same O.G
Despite his success, Nas hasn't changed as a person

People warn me, when you're on top, there's envy
Nas has been warned about the jealousy that comes with success

Took my niggas out the hood, but you doubt on us
Nas has helped his friends leave their tough neighborhood, but some people doubt their success

Sayin' we left the hood but can't get it out of us
Regardless of their success, Nas and his friends are still connected to their roots

My bad, should I step out my shoes, give 'em to you?
Nas sarcastically asks if he should give away his wealth and success to his haters

Here's my cars and my house, you can live in that too
Nas suggests that his haters can have his material possessions if they want

Criticize when I flow for the streets, hate my dress code
Nas's critics dislike his style of music and fashion sense

Gucci this, Fendi that, what you expect, ho?
Nas sarcastically questions why his critics are surprised by his expensive taste in fashion

Nickname Esco, took this game to its threshold
Nas's nickname is Esco, and he has pushed the boundaries of rap music

Best flow, I bet the whole U.S. know
Nas believes that he has the best flow in the rap game and that everyone knows it

Try to make it like you the realest, but who the illest?
Some people pretend to be authentic, but Nas believes he is the real deal

Think we all know the answer to that, cause niggas feel this right
Nas thinks that people know he is the best because they can feel the authenticity in his music

It's a thin line between paper and hate
Nas recognizes that wealth can often lead to jealousy and hate

Friends and snakes, nine millis and thirty-eights
Nas knows that in his line of work, people are not always what they seem

Hell or the pearly gates, I was destined to come
Nas believes that he was born to be successful and make great music

Predicted, blame God, he blew breath in my lungs
Nas believes that God gave him the talent and ability to be successful

Second to none, wicked turn wives to widows
Nas is a talented rapper and his words have the power to affect people's lives

Shoot through satin pillows, the desolate one
Nas has become a powerful and respected figure in the rap game

Took a little time to claim my spot
Nas worked hard to become successful and establish himself as a top rapper

Chairman of the board until this game stop, and I side with the Lord
Nas sees himself as a leader in the rap game, and he has faith in God

Ride for the cause while drivin' niggas shot at my doors
Nas is committed to his music and his community, even though there are dangers involved

Plottin' I'm sure to catch me with they Glocks to my jaws
Nas is aware that there are people who want to do him harm

Tried stickin' me up but I flipped on these ducks
Nas has been able to defend himself against attackers

Instead of me, ambulances were picking them up
Nas has been able to defend himself successfully against his attackers

Niggas fear what they don't understand, hate what they can't conquer
Nas believes that people are often afraid of what they don't know or can't control

Guess it's just the theory of man
Nas thinks that this is just human nature

Became a monster, on top of the world, never fallin'
Nas has achieved a lot of success and considers himself unstoppable

I'm as real as they come from day one, forever ballin'
Nas believes that he has always been an authentic and genuine artist