Hussle was murdered outside his store, Marathon Clothing, in South Los Angeles on March 31, 2019.
Hotel Room Music
Nipsey Hussle Lyrics
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You can't relate
You need to get your cash right
I must have been a flashlight in my last life
Because all I do is shine
So blow me like a bagpipe
Woodgrain (?) and gold chains
I'm shutting down traffic I'm switching four lanes
Every n-gga not a pimp but every b-tch pay
I'm hard on these hoes like every single day
Now I gotta lot of b-tches in a lot of different states
I get a lot of p-ssy but I never got to pay
All money in is all a n-gga got to say
Ugh, now one time for my young grind
I spend hundreds I smoke quarters and I f-ck dimes
Got no love for broke b-tches with no drive
I dropped out but I done fine
Right, I know you heard about them stages I've been murdering
Lighting my swisha's up as they roll in my room servicing
Them shopping spree's all the fly sh-t I'm purchasing
Tattoo's on my face because now I know I'll never work again
Them pretty b-tches that know what their sole purpose is
For them emotions they be working with
The Kush I'm blowing inside of the coupe that I'm swerving in
N-gga, ugh, Slauson Av
Ugh, South Central State of Mind n-gga
Uh, its the leak volume 1
And this is where I'm coming from n-gga
In "Hotel Room Music," Nipsey Hussle is boasting about his glamorous lifestyle, full of money, gold chains, and women. He is aware that most people cannot relate to his life, and urges them to focus on improving their financial situations instead of trying to compare or keep up with him. He compares himself to a flashlight, always shining and catching attention, and asks for someone to "blow him like a bagpipe," a crude sexual reference. Nipsey also reveals his extravagant spending habits, smoking expensive weed, and buying fancy clothes and tattoos.
He grew up in Slauson Avenue, a dangerous street in South Central Los Angeles that has contributed to his unique sound and style. He dropped out of school but still succeeded through his rap career, earning millions of dollars and living an expensive lifestyle. Nipsey is confident and unapologetic about his success, and he is determined to continue thriving in his rap career. He raps about the pretty women he is with, and takes pride in not having to pay for sex. He expresses his love for Slauson Avenue and the South Central area, highlighting that he is from a specific location and a particular mindset.
Overall, "Hotel Room Music" is a very explicit song that glorifies the fast life and materialistic possessions. It exposes the extravagance and sex-driven lifestyle that Nipsey Hussle enjoyed and encourages others to focus on financial success as well.
Line by Line Meaning
All I do is rap about the fast life
My music solely revolves around the luxurious and extravagant lifestyle.
You can't relate
It's not something that everyone can comprehend or relate to.
You need to get your cash right
You need to ensure that you have enough money to afford such a lavish lifestyle.
I must have been a flashlight in my last life
My success and fame come naturally to me as if I was born to do this.
Because all I do is shine
My presence and influence are known and felt everywhere I go.
So blow me like a bagpipe
Flatter me and show me admiration and respect for my talent and achievements.
Woodgrain (?) and gold chains
My possessions, including my car and accessories, exude wealth and luxury.
I'm shutting down traffic I'm switching four lanes
I'm traveling in style, recklessly, and fast, with no concern for the regular rules of the road or obstacles I may confront.
I'm hanging out the window every which way
I'm bold and fearless, taking risks and living on the edge of life.
Every n-gga not a pimp but every b-tch pay
Not everyone has the gift for seduction, but every woman pays to be with me.
I'm hard on these hoes like every single day
I'm harsh and unsympathetic towards women as I use and discard them while prioritizing my pleasure and satisfaction.
Now I gotta lot of b-tches in a lot of different states
I have many females pursuing me from different parts of the country due to my fame and fortune.
I get a lot of p-ssy but I never got to pay
I enjoy plenty of sexual encounters with women without having to pay for their services.
All money in is all a n-gga got to say
I value and prioritize my money above all else and make it my primary focus.
I spend hundreds I smoke quarters and I f-ck dimes
I spend large amounts of money and smoke high-quality weed while having sex with beautiful women.
Got no love for broke b-tches with no drive
I don't feel a connection or attraction to women who lack ambition or financial stability.
I dropped out but I done fine
I didn't finish school, but I've still managed to succeed and make a name for myself.
Right, I know you heard about them stages I've been murdering
I'm famous for putting on electric performances on stage that leave the audience in awe.
Lighting my swisha's up as they roll in my room servicing
I smoke weed and have sexual encounters with women who visit my hotel room.
Them shopping spree's all the fly sh-t I'm purchasing
I enjoy shopping for high-end and fashionable items.
Tattoo's on my face because now I know I'll never work again
I've permanently marked my face with tattoos as a symbol of my success and financial stability, believing I won't need to work a regular job in my future.
Them pretty b-tches that know what their sole purpose is
I'm attracted to and surround myself with women who are aware of their only purpose being to fulfill my physical and sexual desires.
For them emotions they be working with
They understand and use their emotions and appearances to manipulate and satisfy me.
The Kush I'm blowing inside of the coupe that I'm swerving in
I smoke marijuana and drive carelessly in my luxury car.
Ugh, now one time for my young grind
A shoutout to young people who are constantly working hard to achieve their goals.
N-gga, ugh, Slauson Av
A street name in South Central L.A., my hometown.
Ugh, South Central State of Mind n-gga
A reference to being from the hood and the mentality that comes with it.
Uh, its the leak volume 1
This is the first release of a planned series of new music.
And this is where I'm coming from n-gga
These lyrics and experiences are a reflection of my background, struggles and current status in life.
Contributed by Dominic K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.