I Dont Give a Fucc
Nipsey Hussle Lyrics

I don't give a fuck
I don't care about anything or anyone's opinions

Ridin' with my burner and my beat turned up
Driving with my gun and loud music to show my defiance and confidence

AC blowin' and my window down
Enjoying the cool air while still being connected to the streets

Chunkin' up my hood when I hit yo town
Representing my neighborhood and showing my loyalty wherever I go

My mama wanna know why I'm bangin'
My mother questions my involvement in gang activities

She told me I'ma lose my life
She warned me that I am risking my life by being involved in this lifestyle

I ain't trippin', I'm a Crip and I'ma do it right
I'm not bothered by her concerns because being a part of the Crip gang is my identity and duty

'Fore I run from a nigga, I'll lose the fight
I would rather face any confrontation or danger head-on instead of backing down

I gotta hustle, mama, I'ma move the white
I need to hustle and sell drugs, mom, to make a living

If I died and came back, I'd do it twice
Even if I died and had the chance to start over, I would choose the same path again

Brainwashed by the block, it consumed my life
The influence of the neighborhood and its lifestyle has completely taken over and controlled my life

Cool nigga but a killa when the mood is right
I maintain a calm demeanor, but I am capable of violence when provoked

Bullets have the dogs howlin' at the moon at night
Gunshots create chaos and fear, symbolized by dogs howling at the moon

Mama, it's cold outside, ain't no hope outside
The environment outside is harsh and hopeless

Couple niggas gettin' money, most is broke outside
Only a few people are financially successful, while the majority struggle

Rocks in the house, sellin' dope outside
Drugs are being sold outside, while there are valuable possessions inside the house

Reminiscin' on my niggas that got smoked outside
Remembering my friends who were killed in the streets

Suckas in the house when them locs outside
Cowards stay indoors when real gang members are outside

Hustla gotta eat when them folks outside
A hustler needs to make money while facing the dangers of the streets

Got a burner on my lap and I'm dippin' in my bucket
I have a gun on my lap while driving in my old car

Life's a bitch, nigga, fuck it
Life is hard and unpredictable, but I don't let it bother me

They say we probably die slangin', bangin', pressin' the line
People expect us to die from drug dealing, gang involvement, and crossing boundaries

All a nigga really got is my respect and my pride
Despite the challenges, all I have left is my self-respect and pride

Got a chopper for the coppers, keep a TEC in the ride
I carry a high-powered firearm to defend myself against the police and enemies

Every nigga got a limit, never step on the line
Everyone has boundaries, and it's important not to cross them

When the set say it's on, I'm expected to ride
When my gang calls for action, I'm obligated to join and fight

When the world say I'm on, I got the set on my side
When I gain recognition and success, my gang supports and stands with me

Matter fact a nigga got the set on my back
In fact, I carry the responsibility and reputation of my gang on my shoulders

Slauson boy, the world ain't ready for that
The world is not prepared for the impact and influence of someone from Slauson, my neighborhood

Nigga, it's cold in my hood, ain't no hope in my hood
It is difficult and hopeless in my neighborhood

Couple homies couldn't cope, smokin' dope in my hood
Some of my friends resorted to drug use as a way to cope with the difficulties

But I could never ever be from no other hood
I am loyal and devoted to my own neighborhood and can never belong to any other

And I could never ever leave my folks in the hood
I will never abandon or betray the people I grew up with in my neighborhood

Thank the Lord every mornin' that I woke in the hood
I express gratitude for waking up alive each day in my neighborhood

And summers that I rode chrome spokes in the hood
I remember the times when I enjoyed riding bicycles with shiny chrome wheels in my neighborhood

If I never sold a mil' off what I wrote in my hood
Even if I never achieved commercial success through my music in my neighborhood

I ain't trippin' 'cause niggas know I spoke for my hood
I'm not worried because the people know that I represent and advocate for my neighborhood

No, I don't want your love, it's not why I make music
I don't make music for the purpose of gaining love or approval from others

I owe myself, I told myself back then that I would do this
I am committed to fulfilling my own aspirations and promises to myself

And I always look so out of reach, it just seems so confusin'
My goals and dreams seem unattainable and confusing to others

That I felt my place in life, a young black man, it's seems so useless
As a young black man, I often feel marginalized and believe that my existence is seen as insignificant

But I don't want no help, just let me suffer through this
I prefer to face the challenges and hardships on my own without assistance

The world would not know Jesus Christ if there was never Judas
Similarly, without betrayal or negativity, the world would not recognize greatness or positivity

This knife that's in my back'll be the truth that introduced us
The pain and betrayal I have experienced will be the catalyst that leads to revealing the true nature of people

And the distance in between us is the proof of my conclusion
The divide between me and others serves as evidence for my realization or judgment

So life is what you make it, I hope you make a movement
Life is influenced by the actions and choices you make, so I encourage you to make a positive impact

Hope your opportunity survives the opportunist
I hope you are able to seize and protect your opportunities from those who would exploit or take advantage of them

Hopin' as you walk across the sand you see my shoe print
I hope that as you navigate through life, you find inspiration or guidance from my path

And you follow 'til it change your life, it's all an evolution
I hope my journey inspires you to make positive changes in your own life, as growth and transformation is ongoing

And I hope you find your passion 'cause I found mine in this music
I wish for you to discover your own passion and purpose, just as I have through my music

But I hope it's not material 'cause that's all an illusion
However, I hope your passion isn't solely based on materialistic pursuits, as they are temporary and deceptive

And they all in collusion
Various people are conspiring together to maintain the oppressive system

This racist institution's double standard
The system in place supports racism and operates with unfair rules and biases

Actin' like they not the reason why we ruthless
They pretend to be innocent, but they are the cause of the anger and aggression we exhibit

So tonight
In this moment

Tonight is my night, this is my moment
This night belongs to me, and it signifies a significant turning point in my life

Feelin' bigger than life, but I gotta own it
Feeling incredibly empowered, but I must take full responsibility for my actions and success

It's a victory
It is a triumphant moment for me

Let's make history
Let's create a lasting impact and be remembered

Look at where I started and look at where I'm standin'
Reflecting on the progress I have made and recognizing my current position

Y'all can say it's luck but I know that it's plannin'
Some may attribute my success to luck, but I understand that it is a result of careful planning and hard work

Shout out to the pain that gave me understandin'
Acknowledging the hardships I have endured, as they have provided me with wisdom and insight

Shout out to my gang, it turned me to a savage
Expressing gratitude and recognition to my gang for transforming me into a fearless and ruthless individual

So niggas could say what they want to but I go through what you haven't
People can say whatever they want, but they haven't experienced the same struggles and challenges I have

And it's not ego driven, it's not me boastin' and braggin'
My confidence and assertiveness doesn't come from arrogance or showing off

This road I chose to go down, hard to slow down when in traffic
The path I have chosen is challenging, and it's difficult to slow down or deviate from it when facing obstacles

In order for me to grow, I had to let go of some habits
To progress and develop, I had to abandon certain behaviors and patterns

And it's easy to say I'm on now 'cause you see it, and it happened
It's effortless for others to acknowledge my success now because they can witness it and observe the results

But before it ever did, I had to believe and get it crackin'
Before achieving success, I had to have faith in myself and take action to make it happen

So I'm gon' take you back then, 32 shots in my MAC-10
Allow me to recount the past, when I had a MAC-10 gun loaded with 32 bullets

With a dream minus the means, my early teens was fuckin' tragic
During my adolescence, I had big dreams but lacked the resources and support, which made those years extremely difficult

And deep inside my mind is buried crimes you can't imagine
There are dark and unthinkable experiences stored in my subconscious mind

That I wrestle with at night, demons that I fight I can't get past it
I struggle with inner demons and negative thoughts that haunt me, preventing me from moving forward

So no matter how straight your cash get, it don't matter if you plastic
No matter how financially successful you become, it doesn't matter if you are fake or lack genuine substance

We was lookin' for the lights and all we stumbled 'cross was flashes
We were searching for opportunities and success, but all we encountered were temporary moments of recognition

So if it's meant, then it's gon' be
If something is destined or fated to happen, then it will happen

People love it 'cause they know that this the real me
People appreciate my authenticity and genuineness in my music

The cops hate it, so they hope my homies kill me
The police despise my music and hope that my friends or associates harm me

But I ain't want the fame, I just wanted y'all to feel me
I didn't pursue fame, I simply wanted others to connect and resonate with my story and experiences

It's my time so I'm goin' in
This is my moment, so I'm fully committed and giving it my all

We ball 'til we fall, fuck how the story ends
We will continue to live life to the fullest until our last breath, regardless of what the outcome may be

I see these niggas hatin', I know you hoes plottin'
I am aware of the jealousy and animosity from others, especially women who are scheming against me

I ain't worried 'bout it 'cause I know God got me (Got me)
I'm not concerned or afraid because I have faith that God is protecting me

Got me (Got me)
He has my back

Say I know God got me (Got me)
I confidently declare that God is watching over me

Got me (Got me)
His presence and protection are certain

Yeah, I know God got me (Got me)
I firmly believe that God is there for me

Got me (Got me)
His support and guidance are unwavering

Yeah, I know God got me
Yes, I am fully aware that God is taking care of me

See, I ain't worried 'bout it
I am not anxious or troubled

'Cause I know God got me (Got me)
Because I have faith that God is looking out for me

Once in a lifetime shit, you know?
This is a rare and significant experience, you understand?

This song dedicated to everybody out there with a muthafuckin' dream
This song is a tribute to all those who have aspirations and ambitions

Fuck what they say, do your shit
Ignore the negative opinions of others and focus on pursuing your goals

Tonight is my night (Marathon, nigga)
This night belongs to me and represents the continuous journey of my life

This is my moment (This shit ain't gon' stop til' I say it's gon' stop)
This is a significant and defining moment in my life (I will determine when it ends)

(It ain't gon' stop 'til you say it's gon' stop)
(The pursuit of your dreams won't cease until you decide to give up)

Feelin' bigger than life
Feeling larger than oneself

(And it ain't gon' be unless you make it)
(Your dreams won't become a reality unless you take action)

Let's make history
Let's leave a lasting impact and achieve something remarkable

For my niggas that's gone
Dedicated to my friends who have passed away

My niggas that can't be here with me
Those friends who are no longer alive to be by my side

For the ones that is
For the friends who are still here

Shout out my beautiful little girl Emani
Acknowledging and giving love to my lovely daughter, Emani

Shout out my big bro Black Sam
Showing love and appreciation to my older brother, Black Sam

Shout out my nigga Fatts
Giving a shoutout to my friend, Fatts

Shout out my bro Adam
Extending recognition and respect to my brother, Adam

Shout out my A and Bs
Acknowledging and giving love to my close friends and associates

You know what this is, it's the muthafuckin' Marathon
You already know, this is the ongoing journey of my life

And this shit ain't gon' stop, man
And this won't come to an end, my friend

One hundred (One hundred, one hundred, one hundred)
Affirming total agreement and understanding