Stay Loyal
Nipsey Hussle Lyrics

Me and my niggas stay, stay loyal, loyal
The singer emphasizes the importance of loyalty among him and his crew, repeating the phrase "stay loyal" multiple times.

And I do not fuck with fake niggas so miss me with that snake
The singer shows his disdain towards disloyal and fake people and doesn't want to associate with them.

But I know pro 3 chrome versace whips is how I'm skating
The singer boasts about his fancy cars and his success as a result of his hard work.

Pistol on my lap, niggas making threats
The artist is prepared to defend himself against people who may threaten him or his crew.

Me I'm tryna ball, niggas wishing death
The artist is focused on achieving success and improving his life, while others around him may hold negative intentions towards him.

Probably all just talking, probably idle threats
The singer doesn't take threats seriously and thinks that they may just be empty words.

I seen this shit happen I can't take this shit for less
The singer has witnessed negative outcomes due to not taking threats seriously and doesn't want to repeat that mistake.

Smoking as I drive, watching for the pigs
The artist is driving and smoking weed and is cautious of the police, as he doesn't want to get in trouble with the law.

All I know is eat while in these streets don't let them eat you
The artist advises others to focus on their own success despite the obstacles and negativity they may face in their environment.

This for all my dogs, this for all my locs
The artist is addressing his close friends and associates with whom he shares a bond.

Fucking with that fuck around, fuck around and get smoked
The singer warns people not to mess with him or his crew as there could be consequences.

One time for my killas, go hard bitches
The artist recognizes those around him who display strength, determination and fearlessness.

Worldwide bosses, young real niggas
The singer sees himself and his friends as successful and powerful people who can influence the world around them.

Had to make it happen, plus I gave my word
The singer acknowledges that he worked hard to achieve his success and also values keeping his promises.

Started out the trunk now I'm on the curb
The singer reflects on his humble beginnings and how far he has come since then.

Trapping 'round the world, lessons that we learned
The artist has traveled the world and learned valuable lessons while engaging in illegal activities.

Blessings we deserved cause niggas kept it firm
The artist attributes his success and good fortune to his and his crew's loyalty and dedication to their goals.

All my niggas (All my niggas) stay, stay loyal, loyal (All my niggas)
The singer repeats the hook to further emphasize the importance of loyalty in his crew.

All my niggas banging, all my niggas rappin'
The singer is acknowledging the various backgrounds and talents of his crew.

Got back in the hood then I went and bought a strap
The artist returned to his old neighborhood and acquired a gun for protection.

Couldn't understand the stack so I put it on my lap
The artist didn't know how to properly handle his money so he resorted to carrying it on his person.

Softer boy attack you, put it on my back
The artist is willing to defend himself and his crew against people who show weakness and vulnerability.

Had to flip some money I put it on a sack
The singer engaged in drug dealing to earn money and kept it hidden in a bag.

Invested in my music finally put it in this rap
The artist invested in his music career and is now putting his talents on display through his rap songs.

Started with my niggas so I put my heart in it
The singer's music career began with his close friends, and he is passionate about the work he has produced with their help.

Never switch real, still here with who I started with
The singer has remained loyal to his original crew and values their support throughout his career.

Loyalty and respect vs betrayal and dishonor
The singer is differentiating between the positive qualities shown by his crew versus the negative ones shown by disloyal people.

So when a real nigga stands a nigga hates you when you spotted
The artist acknowledges that when someone is successful and loyal, others may become jealous and hateful towards them.

Don't get me cause I got it, really cause I'm bout it
The artist warns others not to misunderstand his success as arrogance, but rather an indication of his dedication and hard work.

This one's for my niggas sippin Remy in the projects
The singer is acknowledging his friends and associates who are still living in poverty but are deserving of his recognition and respect.

Look how far we came without a record deal
The singer is reflecting on his and his crew's success without the aid of a corporate music contract.

All money here now you niggas know the drill
The artist has accumulated wealth and is now commanding respect from those around him.

Lessons that we learn, just from standing firm
The artist educates listeners that they can learn valuable lessons from persevering and staying true to themselves.

Blessings that we earned we got what we deserved
The artist attributes his success to his and his crew's hard work and loyalty, believing that they earned their good fortune.