Hussle was murdered outside his store, Marathon Clothing, in South Los Angeles on March 31, 2019.
Ain't Hard Enough
Nipsey Hussle Lyrics
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Y'all niggas ain't hard enough
Y'all knuckles ain't scarred enough
Y'all ain't in foreign cars enough, yeah
Y'all niggas ain't hard enough
Y'all knuckles ain't scarred enough
Y'all gang ain't large enough
5 cubans in a Harley truck
Buck 60 down Arlington
Please don't start with us
Sound of gunshots charge me up
Come through once a week like the garbage truck
This some thousand dollar chains with the carbon clutch
Quarter million dollar car with the driver cuz
Everything I do done bossed up
Disrespectful and arrogant but who gon' stop us?
Rich nigga off the block, don't block us
Rap dreams disappeared and that 6-0 pop up
See most niggas in this life get locked up
Lost inside the system pull a white man's stock up
Only difference is, I picked hip-hop up
And this why they still can't stop us
Y'all niggas ain't hard enough
Y'all niggas ain't hard enough
Niggas ain't as hard as us
My young'n actin', finna charge him up
Gotta drop somethin' to be a part of us
The .40 tore the target up
We was kids tearing party's up
Yeah, the suckers know how far we up
The smokers know how far we've come
These niggas ain't known for parking nothin'
They ain't follow niggas, cars or nothin'
30 or they chargin' for me
And you ain't pluck me, where your shooters at?
Running marathons around your goofy ass
Pull up to the necklace, I be reckless, real shooter gang
'Fore I 'buy the nookie K ya gotta let me shoot the K
Told my mama "nothing" when she ask me what I do today
Modified G-lock converted to a fully thang
Had to give twin 10 bands the way he do his thing
Shoestring around a stupid thang
Had to give twin 10 bands the way he do his thing
Shoestring around a stupid thang
Y'all niggas ain't hard enough
The lyrics to Nipsey Hussle's song "Ain't Hard Enough" speak to the idea that many people try to portray a tough image, but they haven't truly endured enough to earn that title. He calls out those who claim to be hard, saying that their knuckles aren't scarred enough and their gangs aren't large enough. Nipsey, on the other hand, has come a long way and faced many challenges throughout his life. He talks about his expensive possessions like his thousand dollar chains and quarter million dollar car, but he also acknowledges that he had to work hard to achieve that success.
Nipsey contrasts himself with others who have gotten lost in the system and ended up in jail. He talks about how he chose hip-hop instead and nobody can stop him now. He speaks about his loyalty to his gang and how they are always prepared to defend themselves. He ends the song by reminding everyone that they "ain't hard enough" to match his level of toughness and determination.
Overall, the song seems to emphasize the idea that toughness isn't just about talking tough or posing for Instagram. It's about enduring hardships, working hard, and staying true to your values.
Line by Line Meaning
What up, Duke?
Greetings, friend.
Y'all niggas ain't hard enough
You are not as tough or resilient as we are.
Y'all knuckles ain't scarred enough
Your hands are not worn or experienced enough from physical fighting or labor.
Y'all ain't in foreign cars enough, yeah
You do not drive expensive cars from other countries enough.
And I came far as fuck
I have come a long way in my life and achieved much success.
5 cubans in a Harley truck
I have five Cuban cigars in my large pickup truck.
Buck 60 down Arlington
I am driving at one hundred and sixty miles per hour down Arlington street.
Please don't start with us
Please do not provoke us or start a fight with us.
Sound of gunshots charge me up
The sound of gunshots excite and motivate me.
Come through once a week like the garbage truck
I only come through once a week like the garbage truck, indicating that I am busy and in high demand.
This some thousand dollar chains with the carbon clutch
I am wearing expensive jewelry with a carbon fiber clutch.
Quarter million dollar car with the driver cuz
I am driving a car worth a quarter of a million dollars with a driver who is my cousin.
Everything I do done bossed up
I have accomplished everything in my life with confidence and assertiveness.
Disrespectful and arrogant but who gon' stop us?
I may come across as rude or entitled, but no one can prevent my success.
Rich nigga off the block, don't block us
I am a wealthy individual who came from the streets and overcame obstacles to achieve success.
Rap dreams disappeared and that 6-0 pop up
Although I previously had aspirations to become a rapper, I shifted focus and succeeded in other areas.
See most niggas in this life get locked up
Many people in this world end up getting arrested or imprisoned.
Lost inside the system pull a white man's stock up
People who are trapped in the criminal justice system often end up making wealthy white people richer.
Only difference is, I picked hip-hop up
The main difference between me and those who got locked up is that I chose to pursue hip-hop instead of crime.
And this why they still can't stop us
I remain successful and unstoppable because I chose a different path in life.
Niggas ain't as hard as us
Other people are not as tough or resilient as we are.
My young'n actin', finna charge him up
My younger associate is acting up and I am about to confront him about it.
Gotta drop somethin' to be a part of us
To fit in with our group, one must be willing to contribute or show their loyalty.
The .40 tore the target up
The gun fired and damaged the intended target.
We was kids tearing party's up
When we were young, we used to disrupt parties and cause chaos.
Yeah, the suckers know how far we up
Those who doubted us in the past are now aware of how successful we have become.
The smokers know how far we've come
Even those who smoke and potentially harm themselves are aware of our progress and success.
These niggas ain't known for parking nothin'
Other people do not possess luxury or high-end cars.
They ain't follow niggas, cars or nothin'
These individuals do not follow or envy others with expensive cars or possessions.
30 or they chargin' for me
People are seeking to charge or harm me in some way.
And you ain't pluck me, where your shooters at?
Despite attempts to harm me, I remain unscathed, implying that the opposition is weak or ineffective.
Running marathons around your goofy ass
I am easily surpassing and outmaneuvering those who seek to harm me.
Pull up to the necklace, I be reckless, real shooter gang
I am not afraid to display my wealth and jewelry, and my associates are also willing to use guns if necessary.
'Fore I 'buy the nookie K ya gotta let me shoot the K
Before I make a purchase or agreement, I must first ensure that I am protected or able to defend myself.
Told my mama 'nothing' when she ask me what I do today
I do not share my daily activities or accomplishments with my family, possibly due to the dangerous nature of my job or lifestyle.
Modified G-lock converted to a fully thang
I have customized and enhanced my gun to make it more powerful.
Had to give twin 10 bands the way he do his thing
I had to give my associate $10,000 for performing a certain task.
Shoestring around a stupid thang
I have a shoelace tied around a gun, possibly for quick access or protection.
Y'all niggas ain't hard enough
You are not as tough or resilient as we are.
Lyrics Β© Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Altariq Samad Salaam Crapps, Ermias Asghedom, John Wesley Groover, Michael Ray Jr. Cox
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@siphelelesokhela7859
If School Boy Q sent you, Tap in...
@jeezycalderon7164
Yes sir
@a9mission439
i imagined if Q verse was here, he said he fuck wit the track
@tl6752
Been here!
@michiganmafia5289
Been here but he woulda spazzed
@NoFaceNoCase629
Had to come run it back after the Schoolboy Q Drink Champs episode!!! π₯ π₯ π₯
@dpowerful6691
Man he woulda went crazy on this
@Life_of_collin
@@dpowerful6691 q would murder this beat
@louiegats1106
This track ainβt long enough..
@michaelmyers4943
One more verse from YG woulda been the cherry on top fasho