Hussle was murdered outside his store, Marathon Clothing, in South Los Angeles on March 31, 2019.
Top Down
Nipsey Hussle Lyrics
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My top down, your name hot now
but when I was out here,
nigga you was not 'round
was in the game, but I just watch now
I did grim so my shit stock now.
Suede, hit, Linen on the roof
niggas lyin' in the booth.
When we travel around the world,
we flyin with a suitcase, stamped,
louis vuitton, with Cuban cigar
Miami, Ocean Ave, cut the beautiful broads
on the back of motorbikes, ain't no use
for a car
im outta town, so the coupe is at large
and this, jealous of succes, niggas usually are; but, i dont give a fuck
i ain't trippin though
Niggas gettin desperate,
while im getting dough
Oh you love that bitch? better get yo' hoe
and I aint gotta tell you why, You already know
once in a life time, shit she aint never been fucked in a drop top benz
thats why when I pull up,
she quick to get in, i'm a boss, young nigga get some paper and a pen
class is in session, rap till im restless
cuz constant repitition is the path to progression
class is in session, rap till im restless
cuz constant repitition is the path to progression
Take that and run with it, you should get some cash
way back as young niggas, we was livin' fast. Heavy on the grind, South Central State of mind, type of nigga to buy a pound, and break it all down in dimes
baby blue regal, 1985
gold rollie on my neck, 380 on my spine
it was a lot of things that was runnin through my mind,
all of which i would bring to myself, and in due time
and now im watchin ring put a strain on her eye, fireworks on my sleeve, the 4th of july. Waist line Louis, stay fly truly, cant fuck with me witha rubber or a roofy
hoes try to choose me, haters try and shoot me, feds wanna book me, and these bitches wanna screw me. ex-strret nigga turned Boss, that's the routine
and you would have extras if your life was a movie
In "Top Down" by Nipsey Hussle, he reflects on his success and how it has affected past relationships. He calls out people who are only interested in him now that he's successful, stating, "My top down, your name hot now but when I was out here, nigga you was not 'round." He also addresses the envy and jealousy that comes with success, saying "this, jealous of success, niggas usually are; but, I don't give a fuck, I ain't trippin' though." He raps about the benefits of his success, including being able to travel around the world, live a luxurious lifestyle, and attract beautiful women.
Nipsey also talks about his rap journey and the importance of hard work and repetition in achieving success. He repeats the line, "class is in session, rap till I'm restless, 'cause constant repetition is the path to progression." He reflects on his past life in South Central LA, recalling the times when he was "heavy on the grind" and selling drugs. He also raps about his love of vintage cars, mentioning his baby blue regal from 1985.
Overall, "Top Down" is a reflection on Nipsey Hussle's rise to success and the challenges that come with it, including fake friends and envy. It also acknowledges the hard work and dedication that has allowed Nipsey to achieve his dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
My top down, your name hot now
I am driving with the top down on my car, enjoying the moment while your name is hot in the streets now.
but when I was out here,
n**** you was not 'round
When I was out here grinding and hustling, you were nowhere to be found.
was in the game, but I just watch now
I used to be in the game, but now I am just observing from a distance.
I did grim so my shit stock now.
I went through a lot of hardship and adversity, but now my situation has improved and my value has increased.
Suede, hit, Linen on the roof
My car has a luxurious interior, made of high-quality suede, with a linen roof.
don't be lyin' on the facts,
niggas lyin' in the booth.
People should not be lying about their true experiences and facts, especially when recording music in a studio.
When we travel around the world,
we flyin with a suitcase, stamped,
louis vuitton, with Cuban cigar
When we travel to different countries, we bring our Louis Vuitton suitcases and enjoy smoking Cuban cigars.
Miami, Ocean Ave, cut the beautiful broads
on the back of motorbikes, ain't no use
for a car
In Miami, we ride motorbikes with beautiful women on the back, as there is no need for a car in that situation.
im outta town, so the coupe is at large
and this, jealous of succes, n****s usually are; but, i dont give a f***
i ain't trippin though
Since I am out of town, my luxurious car is unattended and may attract jealousy from others. However, I am not worried or affected by their negative emotions towards my success.
N*****s gettin desperate,
while im getting dough
Oh you love that bitch? better get yo' hoe
and I aint gotta tell you why, You already know
While I am making money and progressing in life, others are struggling and becoming desperate. If you love a woman, be careful because I might take her from you, and you already know why.
once in a life time, shit she aint never been fucked in a drop top benz
thats why when I pull up,
she quick to get in
There are some experiences in life that only happen once, such as having sex in a drop top Mercedes-Benz, which is probably why women quickly jump in when I arrive with my car.
i'm a boss, young n**** get some paper and a pen
class is in session, rap till im restless
cuz constant repitition is the path to progression
I am a boss and I encourage young people to work hard and smart, by constantly practicing and perfecting their music skills through repetition.
Take that and run with it, you should get some cash
Use my advice and suggestions to your advantage, as you can earn some money from them.
way back as young n****s, we was livin' fast.
When we were young, we were living a fast-paced and reckless lifestyle.
Heavy on the grind, South Central State of mind,
type of nigga to buy a pound,
and break it all down in dimes
We worked hard and did whatever it took to survive in South Central Los Angeles. I was the type of person who would buy a pound of drugs and then sell it in smaller quantities to increase my profits.
baby blue regal, 1985
gold rollie on my neck,
380 on my spine
I used to drive a baby blue Buick Regal in the year 1985 and wear a gold Rolex watch on my neck, with a .380 caliber gun on my waist.
it was a lot of things that was runnin through my mind,
all of which i would bring to myself,
and in due time
I had a lot of thoughts and ideas in my mind, which I kept to myself, knowing that I would eventually bring them to fruition with patience and persistence.
and now im watchin ring put a strain on her eye,
fireworks on my sleeve, the 4th of july.
Waist line Louis, stay fly truly,
cant fuck with me witha rubber or a roofy
I am now wealthy enough to buy my girlfriend an expensive ring, which strains her eye. I wear celebratory fireworks on my sleeve, representing my patriotism on the 4th of July. I dress fashionably and elegantly, and no one can harm me or take advantage of me.
hoes try to choose me, haters try and shoot me,
feds wanna book me, and these bitches wanna screw me.
ex-strret nigga turned Boss, that's the routine
Women try to seduce me, enemies try to harm me, and law enforcement wants to arrest me, but I have become a respectable, successful individual who came from the streets and made it in life.
and you would have extras if your life was a movie
If your life was a movie, there would be many additional interesting and exciting parts to it.
class is in session, rap till im restless
cuz constant repitition is the path to progression
I am constantly practicing and perfecting my music skills through repetition, as this is the key to improving and progressing in this field.
Contributed by Avery S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.