Hussle was murdered outside his store, Marathon Clothing, in South Los Angeles on March 31, 2019.
Piss Poor
Nipsey Hussle Lyrics
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Now I bounce 6-4′s up and down Crenshaw
Piss poor nigga from the hood but I blew
Now I bounce 6-4's up and down Crenshaw
Piss poor nigga from the hood but I blew
Now I bounce 6-4′s up and down Crenshaw
Piss poor nigga from the hood but I blew
Now I bounce 6-4's up and down Crenshaw
Neighborhood Nip Hussle, look
Impossible odds, every boss take a loss
Still I live for my people, and I die for my squad
See, I come from the struggle, I was brought up to hustle
Me and my mama and my granny and my big brother
My uncle Reggie smoke dope but we still love him
He pawned my granny wedding ring and she still trust him
If I ruled the world I wouldn't change nothin′
I thank the Lord for my struggle ′cause I came from it
Hustle
Piss poor nigga from the hood but I blew
Now I bounce 6-4's up and down Crenshaw
Piss poor nigga from the hood but I blew
Now I bounce 6-4′s up and down Crenshaw
Piss poor nigga from the hood but I blew
Now I bounce 6-4's up and down Crenshaw
Piss poor nigga from the hood but I blew
Now I bounce 6-4′s up and down Crenshaw
In this song, Nipsey Hussle reflects on his journey from poverty to his current success. He repeats the phrase "piss poor nigga from the hood but I blew" throughout the song, emphasizing his humble beginnings. However, he now drives a 6-4 and navigates the streets of Crenshaw, a neighborhood he once struggled in.
He acknowledges the obstacles he faced in his rise to the top, calling them "impossible odds." Despite these challenges, he remains dedicated to his community and loyal to his friends. He credits his upbringing in a family of hustlers as his foundation for success, even referencing his drug-addicted uncle Reggie and the love they still have for him.
Overall, this song celebrates Nipsey Hussle's perseverance and his ability to overcome adversity. It's a powerful reflection on the power of hard work, determination, and a strong support system to overcome obstacles and achieve greatness.
Line by Line Meaning
Piss poor nigga from the hood but I blew
I came from poverty and struggle, but I overcame it all and achieved success
Now I bounce 6-4′s up and down Crenshaw
I drive through my neighborhood in a classic car, proud of where I'm from and how far I've come
Impossible odds, every boss take a loss
It's tough to succeed, even for those in charge, because everyone faces obstacles and setbacks in life
Still I live for my people, and I die for my squad
I'm dedicated to my community and friends, willing to do anything to support and protect them
See, I come from the struggle, I was brought up to hustle
Growing up in adversity taught me the value of hard work and dedication, which helped me succeed in life
Me and my mama and my granny and my big brother
My family members played important roles in my life, supporting and guiding me through tough times
My uncle Reggie smoke dope but we still love him
Despite his struggles with addiction, he's still part of our family and we care for him
He pawned my granny wedding ring and she still trust him
My grandmother forgives him for his mistakes and still loves him, showing the importance of family and forgiveness
If I ruled the world I wouldn't change nothin′
I'm grateful for my experiences and wouldn't change anything because they helped shape who I am today
I thank the Lord for my struggle ′cause I came from it
I appreciate the challenges I faced because they made me stronger and led me to where I am today
Hustle
Work hard and keep pushing towards your goals, regardless of any obstacles or adversity you may face
Contributed by Mackenzie T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.