Hussle was murdered outside his store, Marathon Clothing, in South Los Angeles on March 31, 2019.
Californication
Nipsey Hussle Lyrics
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Yeah, bitch I'm from the country but
That donβt make a nigga soft
Big city niggas come South and
Get their wigs knocked off (yeah)
Me, I just hustle and flow
Find a track, start and pimp on a ho
Get the fuck outta dodge and hit
My uncle on the Westside
Trevon (What up, neph? What's cracking?)
I wanna visit LA, I'm already packed
Been already stacking so we
Gon' get turned up soon as you land
Purple kush gon' get burnt up
Shit, the next day I'm at LAX
Uncle Tre' pulled up in a Camaro SS
Black on black, sitting on 23s
Bumping Rich Boy like, "Bitch
Throw some D's"
Two bad bitches in the backseat
One of them for me mexican mami named Marie
Rolling up some trees on the 105 East
Rolled down the window just
To feel the breeze
It's real nice, feeling like paradise
(Fo'sheesh)
And all I can see is sunshine and palm trees
Welcome to Californication
Welcome to Californication
Where we going?
(To the hood) naw, I wanna see the swap meet
Crenshaw and Slauson
(Fool, that's where the cops be)
Nigga, I ain't got no
Driver's license or insurance sure enough
The cops pulled us over on Torrance
"E'rybody out the car"
The cops set us on the curve
They searched the ashtray and found
A roach full of herbs
What's this in that cigar?
Medical marijuana officer, I got a weed card
What condition you smoke weed for?
Trevon Jones
Place your hands behind your back
You're under arrest for warrants
Go to court in Torrance Monday
Monday? It's Wednesday man! Or maybe Tuesday
(That's some bullshit) you heard me maβam
Now if you keep it up
I'll arrest you for obstruction of justice
Tre' like, "Take the car, fuck this"
Have fun, call my homies
Go clubbing with your dumb ass
At least they ain't found my gun stash
Welcome to Californication
You might come for vacation
Welcome to Californication
But you might leave on probation
I'm telling you now
Welcome to Californication
Everyone knows, anything goes
Welcome to Californication
In Californication
I dropped the bitches off now I'm
Off to my uncle house
Stopped by the liquor store
Nothing but the thugs out
White tees and Chucks
One nigga hit me up like (Ay, ay
Where you from homie?) Lifted up
His shirt on me
Chrome 4-5, and dawg I wasn't strapped
Then another walked up like "Nah, he cool
That's Dave Black
Trey Lo folks, visiting from Mississippi"
Passed a pint of Hennessey
(Here, sip this with me)
I'm J-Bone, we gon' get it popping tonight
Wassup? (Hollywood 'round here, these niggas flocking tonight)
What's flocking? (Breaking in homes)
B&E, burglary nigga, damn you slow
Oh we kicked it in the
Hood drinking, smoking kush, twist up
Hood rat with the big butt shows up
Got my dick sucked
Kissed my auntie on the cheek, see you later
Now we five niggas deep in J-Bone's Navigator
The club's off the chain
I'm seeing models and stars
NBA players straight buying out bars
The state of Arizona tryna segregate
But my dick don't discriminate, black girls
White girls pimping, I just like girls
California girls, Katy Perry dyke girls
Met an Asian with fake tit's
Next to a hype girl she took a powder brand
Sniffing on that white girl
VIP bottles and all that
Then some random nigga started
Pouring out Cognac
I said, "Pimpin what you doin'?"
He said, "Fuck you too" (What the fuck?)
And thatβs the last thing I knew and
(Ay, ay get that nigga bro)
I took a bottle and I cracked that nigga
Smacked that nigga
Security rushed me like, "Arrest that nigga"
Tearing up the club, all five of us
Asian bitch grabbed me like, "Hurry up
Slide with us"
But the cops were outside, stopped her
Detained me found some coke in her purse
Motherfuckers blame me
Next thing you know, I'm in the county jail
I walked in the cell
My Uncle Tre' is right there
Yeah, and he's just shaking his head
Then he laughed at a nigga
(Don't pee in the bed)
Don't let the bright lights fool ya
LA a tricky place it's been 24 hours, I just
Caught my first case, damn!
Iβm just came to see the
Hollywood sign got locked up
Niggas doin' crazy drive-by's, get popped up
EsΓ© tripping on me for no reason
Jail politics, killin' niggas in season
Welcome to Californication
You might come for vacation
Welcome to Californication
But you might leave on probation
I'm telling you now
Welcome to Californication
Everyone knows, anything goes
Welcome to Californication
In Californication
See California be like that sometimes
You see the palm trees, all on Venice Beach
You see the bright lights all on Hollywood
And you think it's all good, right?
You gettin' dressed, you ready to go out
You see some bad bitches
That same bad bitch'll set you the fuck up
You walkin' out the club from
Having a good time
Lightweight tipsy, 'fore you know it
You got a bag on your head and
You in the back of a van
Goin' somewhere that you ain't never
Been in your life
That's the reason why you caught
The fuck up right now
And you don't understand
Shit about California
So next time you come out here
Maybe you should just stop a motherfucker
And ask los Scandalous
The lyrics of Nipsey Hussleβs "Californication" paint a vivid picture of the gritty realities of life in California, juxtaposed against the glamorous facade often associated with the state. The opening verses express a sense of pride and toughness, with Nipsey Hussle asserting his resilience despite being from the country. The lyrics describe the challenges faced by individuals from the South when navigating the streets of big cities like Los Angeles, where danger lurks around every corner.
As Nipsey Hussle recounts his journey from the South to California, he touches on themes of ambition and survival. The references to hustling, dodging trouble, and connecting with his uncle in LA highlight the hustle mentality required to succeed in a place like California. The song captures the essence of chasing dreams in a city that can be both alluring and unforgiving, as Nipsey navigates the complexities of the West Coast lifestyle.
The lyrics take a darker turn as Nipsey encounters the harsh realities of California, including police encounters, drug arrests, and jail time. The narrative shifts from excitement and anticipation to betrayal and conflict, shedding light on the dangers and pitfalls that come with the California experience. Nipseyβs run-ins with law enforcement, the allure of the nightlife, and the treacherous nature of some encounters underscore the complexity and unpredictability of life in the Golden State.
Through its storytelling and vivid imagery, "Californication" serves as a cautionary tale about the darker side of California, where dreams can quickly turn into nightmares. Nipsey Hussleβs lyrics serve as a reminder that beneath the glamour and allure of the state lies a harsh reality that can trap even the most unsuspecting individuals. The song captures the essence of Californication - a state of mind where anything goes, but where the consequences can be severe. It is a raw and unflinching depiction of life in California, illustrating the highs and lows, the dreams and the harsh realities that coexist within the Golden State.
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REST IN PEACE TO THE LEGEND NIPSEY HUSSLE
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@okorooluebube6734
R.I.P. Nipsey Hussle ..You are a Legend
@BIG-WhoShotYa
One hell of a track! Rip Nipsey!! David Banner is one the most underrated emcees period. Pay attention boys and girls
@smokenmirrors1714
Still an underrated song, story telling, video...etc! #ripnipseyhussle
@jonathanguedes7092
Rest In Peace Nipsey,You're Legend,we never forget you
@stardevin9974
Still rocking this shit π₯π₯rest easy King Nipsey πππππ
@daywan749
Legendary!!! Nipsey Hussel, hooked me up here. This shit is too dope. R.I.P πππ