The Game
Nate Dogg & Black Rob Lyrics
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Constantly for dough
I'm sittin next to my heat (my heat)
Fuck peace, as I listen to the beat
We came to rock your body, ding ding dong
We came to rock your body, all night long
We came to rock your body, ding ding dong
Way back in the days when the hottest thang was Jherri curls
When you could always spot a gangsta
By the way his hair out grew his girl's
There lived a little boy who wore khakis everyday
He never would be broke he swore, always to get paid
Up jump the boogie the bang the bang boogie
Got them same ol' gangsta ways
Up jump the boogie the bang the bang boogie
And I ain't the one to get played
Who's playin games man I really hope you burn
Who's playin games when I'm gonna get my turn
Who's playin games I don't want to be left out
Who's playin games, you playin
The opening verse of the Nate Dogg and Black Rob's song "The Game" can be seen as an introduction of sorts, as the two rappers assert their dominance in the rap game. Nate Dogg begins by declaring his skill as a rapper, boasting that he constantly blows (referring to smoking) in order to make money. He also admits that he is armed and ready to defend himself, proclaiming that he does not care for peace as he listens to the beat.
The chorus then focuses on the idea of the duo coming to "rock your body" all night long. They chant this phrase multiple times, using the repetition to create a hypnotic effect on the listener. The second verse from Black Rob gives us a glimpse into the past, describing a time when Jheri curls were considered fashionable, and gangsters would be identified by their hair. He weaves a story of a young boy who wished to never be broke and made a vow to always get paid. The last lines reveal that he will not be taken advantage of and is not willing to be played.
Overall, this song highlights the braggadocious nature of rap music, as well as the themes of violence and wealth that have been persistent motifs in the genre. The repeated chorus emphasizes the power of music and the ability of rap to capture and control an audience.
Line by Line Meaning
Just in case you didn't know, I blow (I blow)
I want to make sure you understand that I am making a lot of money
Constantly for dough
I am constantly performing and making money
I'm sittin next to my heat (my heat)
I am carrying a weapon and ready for anything
Fuck peace, as I listen to the beat
I don't care about peace, I just want to keep listening to the music
We came to rock your body, ding ding dong
We are here to give you a good time and make you dance
We came to rock your body, all night long
We are going to keep playing music and entertaining you all night
Way back in the days when the hottest thang was Jherri curls
This is a reference to the past when Jherri curls were popular
When you could always spot a gangsta
Gangsters were easy to identify back then
By the way his hair out grew his girl's
A gangster's hair was longer than his girlfriend's
There lived a little boy who wore khakis everyday
This is a story about a young boy who always wore khaki pants
He never would be broke he swore, always to get paid
The boy was determined to never be broke and always make money
Up jump the boogie the bang the bang boogie
This is a reference to a song from the past
Got them same ol' gangsta ways
The boy grew up to have the same qualities as a gangster
And I ain't the one to get played
The boy has confidence and won't let anyone take advantage of him
Who's playin games man I really hope you burn
Someone is playing games and the singer wants them to suffer the consequences
Who's playin games when I'm gonna get my turn
The artist is eager for their opportunity to succeed
Who's playin games I don't want to be left out
The artist doesn't want to be excluded from any opportunities or successes
Who's playin games, you playin
The singer suspects that the person they are speaking to is the one playing games
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Nathaniel Hale
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@thefatalveli1
such a great man we've lost... Rest In Peace Nate Dogg
@natefrmbklyn
So sad, two of the most recognizable team members from DEATHROW and BAD BOY (respectively), and this track could totally have been a spring board for both artists had it been released.
R.I.P. NATEDOGG and BLACK ROB
@mannykings.sgv.4141
R.I.P. NATE DOGG!.. nobody does it better!!.....
@alejandrolugo9726
Uno de los mejores temas que hay escuchado, one of the best songs Ive heard
@lamarcraven2314
🫡🙏🏽 respect to people who love real hip-hop like you, bro
@lamarcraven2314
Rest in power 2 GREATS 🫡🙏🏽🔥
@Cksplash2
it sound so good to hear a Nate Dogg song i haven't heard yet.
@NateNeverAskedForThis
They just keep comin', man. There're alot of songs he was in.
@soundwavevr6164
And it's a damn good one too.
@smokingblunts7905
R.I.P NATE DOGG KING OF HOOKS R.I.P// BLACK ROBB THIS SONG IS HISTORY NOW TWO LEGENDS IN THE MUSICAL PLANE