Hussle was murdered outside his store, Marathon Clothing, in South Los Angeles on March 31, 2019.
Hussle In The House
Nipsey Hussle Lyrics
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A crazy motherfucker named Nipsey
I'm turnt up cause I grew up in the 60s
Caution to you rap niggas try and diss me
I go hard that's why yo' bitch wanna flip me
Big guns nigga, turn rivals into rosaries
Extended clips I give a fuck who you 'posed to be
Straight off the block I sold dope to buy groceries
You broke nigga you could follow me
It's fuck bitches get money keep some hollow heads logically
And I'm from where homicide boost the economy
Pay taxes to these corners and put in work it's a policy
(*Hustle) It's white chalk on the corners
It's yellow tape on the gate, choppers up above
That's Cuz and Tiny Loc's runs the streets where I'm from
This is just a small introduction to this Nipsey Hussle music
Guns money and bitches that's the way that we do it
First get 'yo grind on, then get yo' shine on
We come through daytime with the lights on
Now hit the fast lane, and let yo' chain swang
You gettin' dollars like a doctor but you gangbang
Yeah! It's Hussle in the house
Yeah! It's Hussle in the house
Blue rag, S-hat, gold on my neck fat
Guns case catch that, this neighborhood, I rep that
Shoot first, ask last, move work, fast cash
Brynhurst, 10th ave, squabble if you get mad
And in my lifetime, I seen a lot of death
A couple cold nights, it look like it was nothin' left
But God got me, so I got him tatted on my flesh
Slauson, nigga, you ain't heard shit yet
Cuzzy, Cobby, Hoodsta Rob, Tiny Draws
Infant Stone, when he come home - then baby, we dog
And can't forget my big brother Black Sam
Just a young good nigga wit a million dollar plan
This is just a small introduction to this Nipsey Hussle music
Guns money and bitches that's the way that we do it
First get 'yo grind on, then get yo' shine on
We come through daytime with the lights on
Now hit the fast lane, and let yo' chain swang
You gettin' dollars like a doctor but you gangbang
Yeah! It's Hussle in the house
Yeah! It's Hussle in the house
I came from nothin', so did every other rapper
Save the spectulation, real banger, gun clapper
Silence, any, hit the opposition with the MAC
I'll turn him into candle on the curb over blood splat
Fuck Rest in Peace shirts, nigga where ya guns at?
It done been two weeks and we ain't seen no get back
Type of shit is that, yo Crippin is wack
You ain't poppin' you ain't turnt up, nigga, you off that
I promise, I'll be out lurking with the pump
Gooned up, black hoodie on, chopper in the trunk
Ready to hop out, and do my muh'fuckin stuff
SIX-OH, NIGGA, dats wassup, HUH!
This is just a small introduction to this Nipsey Hussle music
Guns money and bitches that's the way that we do it
First get 'yo grind on, then get yo' shine on
We come through daytime with the lights on
Now hit the fast lane, and let yo' chain swang
You gettin' dollars like a doctor but you gangbang
Yeah! It's Hussle in the house
Yeah! It's Hussle in the house
The lyrics of Nipsey Hussle's song Hussle in the House is an introduction to the rapper and his background as he comes "straight off of Slauson", a neighborhood notorious for gang violence in Los Angeles. He introduces himself as a "crazy motherfucker named Nipsey" and tells of his upbringing in the 60s, which he credits for his turnt-up nature. Nipsey is fearless, as he issues a caution to his rap niggas to not try to diss him. He's confident in his talent and hard work, which have made him rich and famous. He drops lines that reveal his readiness for any opposition, the criminal life that he was born into and the desire to make it big in the music industry. He pays tribute to his homies - Cuz, Tiny Loc's, Cobby, Hoodsta, Rob, and others who run the streets where he's from. Nipsey's lyrics are raw and unapologetic, reflecting his gangster lifestyle and his pride in being a part of L.A.'s underground music scene.
The song is a classic example of West Coast gangsta rap, with its heavy beat, aggressive lyrics, and catchy hook. The bass beat is low and rumbling, which sets the tone for Nipsey's streetwise lyrics. The song's chorus, "Yeah! It's Hussle in the house", is repeated with punctuated bars, giving listeners a sense of Nipsey's confidence and authority in the hood. The production of the song is simple, emphasizing Nipsey's rhymes and giving listeners a glimpse into his world. Its music video features vivid shots of Crenshaw Blvd., with Nipsey rapping energetically in front of a liquor store and surrounded by his homies. The video reflects the rawness of the lyrics and the gangster culture that defines L.A.'s rap scene.
Line by Line Meaning
Look, I'm comin' straight off of Slauson
I am from the streets of Slauson and that's where my story begins
A crazy motherfucker named Nipsey
I am a wild and unpredictable person, and that's what makes me unique
I'm turnt up cause I grew up in the 60s
I am hyped up and passionate because I grew up in the 60s area of Slauson, which shaped who I am
Caution to you rap niggas try and diss me
Don't mess with me, especially if you are a fellow rapper, or you'll face my wrath
I go hard that's why yo' bitch wanna flip me
I am tough and independent, which makes me attractive to women and makes them want to be with me
Big guns nigga, turn rivals into rosaries
I have powerful weapons that can take out my rivals and make them pray for their lives
Extended clips I give a fuck who you 'posed to be
I have extended clips on my guns and I don't care who you claim to be, as I am ready to take you down
Straight off the block I sold dope to buy groceries
I had humble beginnings and had to sell drugs just to buy basic necessities like food
Now it's rap money no advance it's all royalties
Now I make my money through my rap career, and I don't need advances because I earn royalties on my music
You broke nigga you could follow me
If you're broke and struggling, you can follow my example of hustling and making money
It's fuck bitches get money keep some hollow heads logically
I prioritize making money over chasing after women, and I keep my guns loaded and ready to fight
And I'm from where homicide boost the economy
In my neighborhood of Slauson, homicides unfortunately happen often and contribute to the local economy
Pay taxes to these corners and put in work it's a policy
We pay 'taxes' or tribute to the corners in our neighborhood and have a policy of working hard and hustling
(*Hustle) It's white chalk on the corners
The aftermath of homicides is seen as white chalk on the corners of the streets
It's yellow tape on the gate, choppers up above
Police often tape off the crime scene and helicopters circle above to investigate homicides
That's Cuz and Tiny Loc's runs the streets where I'm from
My friends Cuz and Tiny Loc are known for their influence on the streets of Slauson
Blue rag, S-hat, gold on my neck fat
I wear a blue bandana and an S-hat, and I have a thick gold chain around my neck
Guns case catch that, this neighborhood, I rep that
I always carry a firearm for protection in this rough neighborhood that I represent
Shoot first, ask last, move work, fast cash
I don't hesitate to shoot if needed, and I am always hustling and making money quickly
Brynhurst, 10th ave, squabble if you get mad
These are the streets in my neighborhood, and if someone gets mad, we are not afraid to fight
And in my lifetime, I seen a lot of death
I have sadly witnessed a lot of death in my life, which has affected me deeply
A couple cold nights, it look like it was nothin' left
I have been through tough times where it looked like there was no hope left
But God got me, so I got him tatted on my flesh
I have faith in God, and I have a tattoo of him on my body as a symbol of that faith
Slauson, nigga, you ain't heard shit yet
I am from Slauson, and there is still so much you don't know about me and my story
Cuzzy, Cobby, Hoodsta Rob, Tiny Draws
These are my friends and fellow influencers in the streets of Slauson
Infant Stone, when he come home - then baby, we dog
When Infant Stone, our friend who is currently in jail, is released, we will celebrate and dominate the streets together
I came from nothin', so did every other rapper
I had nothing to begin with, just like many other rappers who also come from humble beginnings
Save the spectulation, real banger, gun clapper
There is no need to speculate about me, I am a real member of the streets and I carry guns
Silence, any, hit the opposition with the MAC
I will silence anyone who opposes me and I have a MAC gun that can do that effectively
I'll turn him into candle on the curb over blood splat
I will kill my enemy and leave their body lying on the curb, with candles lit as a tribute
Fuck Rest in Peace shirts, nigga where ya guns at?
I don't care about Rest in Peace shirts, I care about being armed and ready for anyone who steps to me
It done been two weeks and we ain't seen no get back
It's been two weeks since someone got killed, and we haven't seen any retaliation yet
Type of shit is that, yo Crippin is wack
This is unacceptable, and it shows that whoever is retaliating is not a true member of the Crip gang
You ain't poppin' you ain't turnt up, nigga, you off that
If you're not making moves and being active in the streets, then you're not truly a part of the gang
I promise, I'll be out lurking with the pump
I promise to be out in the streets, lurking with my gun ready to defend myself and my friends
Gooned up, black hoodie on, chopper in the trunk
I will be fully prepared for any situation, wearing a black hoodie and carrying a chopper gun in my car trunk
Ready to hop out, and do my muh'fuckin stuff
I am ready to get out of my car and take care of any situation that arises, fearlessly
SIX-OH, NIGGA, dats wassup, HUH!
I represent the 60s area of Slauson, and that's what's up! HUH!
This is just a small introduction to this Nipsey Hussle music
These lyrics are just the beginning of my music and my story
Guns money and bitches that's the way that we do it
In my community, we prioritize guns, money, and women as the key components of our lifestyle
First get 'yo grind on, then get yo' shine on
First, work hard and hustle to make money, then show off your success for all to see
We come through daytime with the lights on
We drive around in daylight, showing off our cars with the headlights on for maximum effect
Now hit the fast lane, and let yo' chain swang
Now it's time to speed up and show off the expensive chain around your neck
You gettin' dollars like a doctor but you gangbang
You can make a lot of money through the gang lifestyle, just like a doctor can earn a lot of money
Yeah! It's Hussle in the house
These lyrics are all about me, Nipsey Hussle, and my lifestyle
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Alphonso James Mizell, Berry Gordy, Clarence Satchell, Dennis Lussier, Ermias Asanadem, Frederick Perren, Gregory Allen Webster, Jay- Christy Powell, Leroy Bonner, Marshall Eugene Jones, Marvin R Pierce, Norman Bruce Napier, Ralph Middlebrook, Walter Juni
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@kyleralston3937
It's almost 2024 and this is still fire
@TrAgiC0we1
What really gets me about his mysterious death, that he wasn't murdered by his enemies or some random dude off the street, he was killed by his own homie from his gang
@daxp2499
His killer is also in this video
@daxp2499
Eric Holder is in this video by the way.
@dodgerblue5658
Nip should still be here in 2021 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
@kaitorres9777
Makes me tear up, rest in peace legend 🙏
@Gen3ralGrimReaper
This is not an anniversary but a memorial for the late Nipsey Hussle. Rest In Peace brother. The Marathon will ALWAYS continue
03/31/2019
@WhoAmiWhatsMyName
Idk why they say “late” he died early
@UCt7z4WN-yMyGqDvczlTFXiQ
@Satan late means dead
@eyesoking
I remember what I was doing when he died. I was jus chilling and listening to this and when I heard the news I just couldn’t man..