Victory
Notorious B.I.G. feat. Diddy Lyrics

One, one two
Introductory lyrics, no real meaning.

Check me out right here yo
Asking the audience to pay attention and listen closely.

Yo, the sun don't shine forever
Acknowledging that nothing lasts forever, things come and go.

But as long as it's here then we might as well shine together
Despite things being temporary, while they last, people should make the most of it and come together to make it better.

Better now than never, business before pleasure
It's better to act now and focus on business before pleasure, rather than waiting for the perfect time or moment.

P. Diddy and the Fam, who you know do it better?
P. Diddy and his team are superior and unmatched in their industry.

Yeah right, no matter what, we air tight
The team is confident and secure, regardless of any outside opinions or negativity.

So when you hear somethin' make sure you hear it right
Urging listeners to pay attention and not misunderstand what they hear.

Don't make a ass outta yourself, by assumin'
Warning against making assumptions and potentially embarrassing oneself.

Our music keeps you movin' what are you provin'?
Questioning the motivations of fans who listen and dance to their music.

You know that I'm two levels above you baby
Asserting superiority over others.

Hug me baby, I'm a make you love me baby
Flirtatious statement directed towards a female audience member.

Talkin' crazy, ain't gon' get you nothin' but choked
Promising violent consequences towards those who talk recklessly or disrespectfully.

And that jealousy is only gonna leave you broke
Jealousy will lead to downfall and financial struggles.

So the only thing left now is God for these cats
Indicating that only a higher power can save those who go against them.

And B.I.G. you know you too hard for these cats
Reaffirming his own superiority and toughness.

I'm a win cause I'm too smart for these cats
Boasting about his intelligence and how it gives him an advantage over others.

While they makin' up facts (uh) you rakin' up plaques
While others are lying or exaggerating, he is earning real achievements and accolades.

In The Commission, you ask for permission to hit 'em
Referring to his group and how they operate, indicating that all hits must be approved by a central authority.

He don't like me, hit him while wifey was with him
Ordering a hit on an enemy while they are with their significant other in order to cause maximum pain and humiliation.

You heard of us, the murderous, most shady
Boasting about their infamy and reputation for violence.

Been on the low lately, the feds hate me
Claiming that he has been maintaining a low profile, but is still disliked and targeted by the authorities.

The son of Satan, they say my killing's too blatant
Embracing a persona of evil and violence, acknowledging that his actions are not subtle.

You hesitatin' I'm in your mama crib waitin'
Threatening to invade and attack the homes of enemies.

Duct tapin' your fam' destiny
Referring to kidnapping and holding an enemy's family hostage, controlling their fate.

lays in my hands, gat lays in my waist
Claiming that he is in control and has a weapon on him to maintain that control.

Francis, M to the iz-H phenomenal
Referring to himself and his excellence.

Gun rest under your vest by the abdominal
Threatening to attack an enemy with a gun hidden under their clothing.

Rhyme a few bars so I can buy a few cars
Asking for money in exchange for performing well and earning fame.

And I kick a few flows so I can pimp a few hoes
Referring to using his fame and wealth to control and exploit women.

Excellence is my presence, never tense
Boasting about his calm and cool demeanor, indicating he is always in control and confident.

Never hesitant, leave a nigga bent real quick
Claiming to act quickly and decisively to defeat enemies without hesitation.

Real sick, brawl nights, I perform like Mike
Boasting about his ability to fight and perform well, referencing famous athlete Michael Jordan.

Anyone, Tyson, Jordan, Jackson
Referencing other famous and successful people in different fields who he feels are comparable to himself.

action, pack guns, ridiculous
Claiming to have many guns at his disposal and to act foolishly in violence.

And I'm, quick to bust, if my ends you touch
Threatening to take violent action against anyone who tries to mess with his money.

Kids or girl you touch, in this world I clutch
Promising to protect his loved ones at all costs and use violence to do so.

Two auto-matos, used to call me fatso
Referencing his past self and the fact that he used to be overweight, but now has power and guns.

Now you call me Castro, my rap flows
Claiming to be a powerful and influential figure like Fidel Castro, and to have influential and impressive rapping abilities.

militant, y'all faggots ain't killin' shit
Boasting about his aggression and violent nature, and calling out others for being weak.

Oops Crystal keep spillin' shit, you overdid it homes
Referencing a type of popular champagne and indicating that someone may have drunk too much and made some mistakes.

You in the danger zone, you shouldn't be alone
Threatening that someone is in a dangerous position, and that they should not be alone and unprotected.

Hold hands and say it like me
Sarcastic statement directed towards those who try to mimic his style and persona.

The most shady, Frankie baby, fantastic
Boasting about his infamy and calling himself fantastic.

Graphic, tryin' to make dough, like Jurassic
Referencing the popular movie franchise "Jurassic Park" and comparing making money to living in a dangerous and unpredictable world.

Park did quick to spark kids who start shit
Referencing the violence in the movie "Jurassic Park" and threatening violence against those who act disrespectfully or aggressively.

See me, only me
Referring to his own dominance and importance, indicating that others are not as significant as him.

The Under-boss of this holocaust
Claiming to be the leader and most powerful figure in his industry, referencing the mass murder of Jews in Nazi Germany.

Truly yours, Frank White
Ending the song by referencing his own pseudonym, Frank White, and signing off on the lyrics.