I'm A Villain
Nas Lyrics
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Make enough figures until my pockets get bigger
I ain't the type of brother made for you to start testin
Gimme a Smith-N-Wesson I'll have niggas undressin
I'm rollin with a mob and runnin from the cops
Drive stolen cars and shoot many Glocks
A marijuana addict, if niggas want static
They had it, cause I flip just like a acrobaticI'm always on the corners rollin up Sess
When I dress it's never nothin less than Guess
So I walk with a bop and my hat turned back
Love commitin sins and my friends sell crack
I got it goin on, my knuckle game is strong
Sip Dom Pérignon and then carry on
Army certifies, keep a Rent-A-Ride
Strippin mad hoes and kick em to the side
See I'm the type of brother who keeps a four-pounder
Start a lot of shit and shoot at out of towners
At every block party, I try to catch a body
All for props, tell your pops call the cops
See now I'm on the run, but still havin fun
Livin by the Mac, my gear is all black
I keep killin, because I'm ready and I'm willin
And I'm a villian
What?
What?
Wha-a-a-t?
I got beef with the President and still lovin it
Trying to make plans to overthrow the government
It won't work cause niggas don't believe enough
They'd rather stand on the corners and receive a cuff
Around they wrist, you don't like the sound of thisRebel, but my country doesn't want me
They'd rather hunt me, but you'll never catch us all
While you fuckin with the dealers we'll be sticking up the malls
Full of anger, all about danger
Pullin out my banger, stabbin up a stranger
I hear Walkie Talkies in my sleep
And use a whole lot of slang when I speak
Walking with a vest, the projects is where I rest
And the streets keep me stressed
Staring at your face, wait for you to make a sound
That's when I take you down, shoot you up and suit you up
All in black, and put you in a box
A hard rock with a .25 in my socks
Aiming at your temple, so take the diamonds off your hands
I'm buckwild like Billy Bear and Ganz
Prince of pistolers, words are crystal clear
And this you should fear
The maniac keeps killing, I'm known as a outlaw
'Cause I'm a villain
What?
What?
Wha-a-a-t?
I keep bullets racing out the barrels of a Magnum
Put em to sleep and leave the Doctors to tag them
An outlaw, although I never wear a holster
In every town you see my face is on a poster
Hear so many gunshots my eardrums should pop
Eyesight should stop, from seeing mad niggas drop
To the concrete, I got police putting chalk on the street
And this is done once a week
I'm out to kill, like Navy Seals
I'm crazy ill, and what I can't do my .380 will
I never play with a AK
Because I'm fine with a .9 and if caught I'll do lesser time
Sometimes you gotta plan shit, and understand it
See I'm a bandit whose hand'll itch
Without a gun in it, Nas is runnin it
I stay blunted, I'm the project's most wanted
My voice is like magic
My cassette is the clip and your radio's the Automatic
So when I'm in your town, "duck down"
Or take fire, whatever you desire
But I'm on point you might miss
Never fight this, you'll be sightless when I strike this
So roll the dice, I'm stoppin the bank
It's ill how I got the pen droppin the ink
No one can stop this Apocalypse
On your record player a method layer so run and tell your Mayor
Nas the parlayer, you better say your prayer
I'm the New York City slayer
I play high post and then lay low
Parlay slow and wear horns, not a halo
And keep killin, cause I'm a villain
The song "I'm a Villain" by Nas is a rap song that is about the rapper's experiences as a villainous character. Nas raps about being a cold-blooded killer, ready to take anyone out who crosses him or his crew. Throughout the song, he displays his affection for guns, his desire for power and respect, and his hatred towards law enforcement. His tone is confident, unapologetic, and unafraid as he describes his illegal activities and his disregard for anyone who stands between him and his goals.
The song touches on themes of gang violence, drugs, and the frustration of being a poor black youth in America. Nas sings about his beef with the President and his plans to overthrow the government. He also raps about the apathy of the people around him who would rather stand around and watch while their lives are being destroyed. Throughout the song, Nas portrays himself as a ruthless outlaw, who lives life on his own terms, without fear of the consequences.
In summary, "I'm a Villain" is a song about the difficulties of living in a poor, crime-ridden neighborhood and the extreme measures one might take to survive. The song is a commentary on the harsh realities of urban life and the allure of gang culture to those who feel helpless and powerless.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm the nigga walkin with his finger Annotateon the trigger
I am a dangerous person; always anticipating a violent situation.
Make enough figures until my pockets get bigger
I earn enough money to keep up with my lavish lifestyle.
Gimme a Smith-N-Wesson I'll have niggas undressin
I am quick to intimidate others; even to take charge by force.
Drive stolen cars and shoot many Glocks
I casually partake in illegal activities like car theft and gun violence.
A marijuana addict, if niggas want static
I need weed to manage stress, and I'm always ready for a fight.
I'm always on the corners rollin up Sess
I spend most of my time on the street smoking weed.
So I walk with a bop and my hat turned back
I stroll confidently with a laid-back attitude.
Love committing sins and my friends sell crack
I love breaking rules and being mischievous; my associates sell drugs.
I got it goin on, my knuckle game is strong
I am good at fighting and intimidating others.
Sip Dom Pérignon and then carry on
I drink expensive champagne and continue my extravagant lifestyle.
I try to catch a body, all for props, tell your pops call the cops
I attend block parties to create chaos and intimidate others, even to the extent of committing murder and making parents call the police.
I'm on the run, but still havin fun
I am always participating in dangerous activities, even when I am on the run from the law.
I got beef with the President and still lovin it
I am rebellious and have issues with authority.
Trying to make plans to overthrow the government
I am even considering violent overthrow of the government.
In every town you see my face is on a poster
I am wanted by many law enforcement agencies.
Hear so many gunshots my eardrums should pop
I am exposed to so much gunfire noise, it is damaging to my ears.
No one can stop this Apocalypse
I have immense destructive power and cannot be stopped.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAMES BROWN, JIMMY CROSBY, NASIR JONES, JAMES LOVING, GENE REDD, JOHN STARKS, FRED WESLEY, MARLON LU REE WILLIAMS, NATHANIEL THOMAS WILSON, GENE REDD SR
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