This Life I Lead
Outlawz Lyrics


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This motherf***ing life I lead
S***
A hell of motherf***ing road blocks and crooked cops
We still ride though
What side? West side

I want money in large amounts my garage full of cars that bounce
Movin' my tapes in major ways 'cause every dollar counts
Bustas is jealous and half these n****s is punks
They runnin' off at the mouth till I fill up with my pump

They jump my automatic keep 'em weary
While you fronting like you billy bad a** n**** you scary
I been knowing you for years we was high school peers in junior high
I was itchin' to kill and you was ready to die

While you bulls***ting n****s was dying and catching cases
Busting my automatics at motherf***ers in foreign places
Leaving no trace they see my face and then they buried
Them b****es die in a hurry still I ride I'm never worried

Mr. Makaveli tell me to ride and I'm a ride
Pick my enemies out the crowd and muthaf***as die
It's not the way I wanna live my n**** it's how it is
Homie got into a fight last night they killed his kids

In this life I lead fiend for currency get high off weed
Collect G's make my enemies bleed
When you see me n**** holla my set and watch 'em ride
Outlaw mother f***ers till we die

In this life I lead fiend for currency get high off weed
Collect G's make my enemies bleed
When you see me n**** holla my set and watch 'em ride
Outlaw mother f***ers till we die in this life I lead

I ain't a killer but don't push me dog
For that family I'll send that a** straight to God
And in this life I lead I've seen the most of my 23 years
My vision is blurry the money is clear

Some of my peers eternally will sleep in a coffin
And when noble on the road I'm extremely cautious
It happened that fast split second you're gone
At the top of my tombstone put 'Noble is raw'

Outlaw till I'm under the floor for Kadafi the prince
I stack dough like a clock on the bricks
With a watch on my wrist dog
I know the time these days we outlaws
We gonna die this way

We already in the history books
Pac made sure of that whateva you took we taking it back
You know it's all for the foundation
Outlaws we still building the thug nation holla at your homie

In this life I lead fiend for currency get high off weed
Collect G's make my enemies bleed
When you see me n**** holla my set and watch 'em ride
Outlaw mother f***ers till we die

In this life I lead fiend for currency get high off weed
Collect G's make my enemies bleed
When you see me n**** holla my set and watch 'em ride
Outlaw mother f***ers till we die in this life I lead

It ain't but nothing air between us oxygen is gettin' hot
Got a problem mo' fag a** n**** kick rocks
Now [Incomprehensible] on the phone and the n**** talking crazy
I don't know who to blame him or [Incomprehensible] for killing babies

I'm a New Jers Devil the street created rebel
Only got one shot to produce on every level
This is Maximus go to the max I must
N**** I came from not much so money I clutch you huh

Napoleon the strength of strong arm
With a dick they whistle and ride I put a move up on
I'm a hardcore product of the ghetto
Been blessed fo' sho to eat from out the ghetto

I maneuver in the right lane quick to push back lanes
Switch it to the left lane I play with my hands
And I'm plotting on the fortune, it's gettin' hot and scorching
I'm thinking like a scorpion that torturing an enemy

In this life I lead fiend for currency get high off weed
Collect G's make my enemies bleed
When you see me n**** holla my set and watch 'em ride
Outlaw mother f***ers till we die

In this life I lead fiend for currency get high off weed
Collect G's make my enemies bleed
When you see me n**** holla my set and watch 'em ride
Outlaw mother f***ers till we die in this life I lead

Now with this outlaw lifestyle that I've been introduced to
Money and hoes keep us closer to Lucifer
Steady seducing us and I'm all for it
It's the life for me and the law can't spoil it

So you can call it what the f*** you want
But I'm a baller alcoholic with a sawn off pump
My mamma ain't raise no punk
And even dead Pac so when I jump off I breathe for yak

Been puttin' in work so I walk with a bop
And it safe at home so I sleep with a glock
Thug living ugh what the f*** would be better
I do my dirt with the family so we dying together

We on a mission for mo'
Gangsta s*** on you hoes
We ain't f***ing with you lawyers
Crossing n****s up out there dough

Trying to live Godzilla
Edi went from a bad boy to a anybody killer
Look out wanted man guns in hand
Stand firm nuts are my pride now let's burn

Bound and profound going down swinging
Holding my ground we the last ones breathing
No stopping till we eating deep in the trenches
So many killings it's senseless

So in this life I lead I stay protected my God
My squad and this thing in my palm
Now all my hustling motherf***ers
Get your money sing along

In this life I lead fiend for currency get high off weed
Collect G's make my enemies bleed
When you see me n**** holla my set and watch 'em ride
Outlaw mother f***ers till we die

In this life I lead fiend for currency get high off weed
Collect G's make my enemies bleed
When you see me n**** holla my set and watch 'em ride
Outlaw mother f***ers till we die in this life I lead

This motherf***ing life I lead n****
You know what time it is
West Side, death row
Dogg pound
Everybody killer, bad boy killer, killer
Anybody killer
F*** all y'all n****s




If it ain't West Side n**** it ain't Pac
That's on my momma

Overall Meaning

In "This Life I Lead," Outlawz/2Pac present a depiction of their life on the streets, surrounded by poverty, crime, police brutality and death. The lyrics are filled with gritty descriptions of the gangster life, including the pursuit of money and power, the constant threat of violence, and the urge to seek revenge on those who cross them. They take pride in being Outlawz while also acknowledging the dangers and consequences of living that lifestyle.


The lyrics suggest that the only way to survive in the streets is to be relentless, fearless and always ready for a fight. 2Pac talks about collecting G's (money) and making his enemies bleed, while also expressing a desire to escape the life he leads. He describes feeling trapped and hopeless, unable to shake off the constant fear and paranoia that comes with living outside the law.


Despite the harsh reality of their lives, Outlawz also emphasize the importance of brotherhood, loyalty and staying true to their roots. They are proud of being part of the West Side and Death Row family and view themselves as warriors fighting for a cause. Overall, the lyrics to "This Life I Lead" offer a glimpse into the harsh and violent world of gang culture, while also serving as a reminder of the tragic fate that befell one of its most celebrated artists.


Line by Line Meaning

This motherf***ing life I lead
The difficult and challenging life that I am currently living


S***
Various obstacles and challenges that I face on a daily basis


A hell of motherf***ing road blocks and crooked cops
Numerous obstacles and corrupt law enforcement officers that hinder my progress


We still ride though
Despite the difficulties, we continue to move forward and persevere


What side? West side
Identifying and aligning with the west side as a symbol of loyalty and solidarity


I want money in large amounts my garage full of cars that bounce
Having a desire for significant wealth and a collection of luxury cars with hydraulics


Movin' my tapes in major ways 'cause every dollar counts
Putting in significant effort to sell my music and make money, as each dollar is important


Bustas is jealous and half these n****s is punks
Many individuals are envious and cowardly, lacking courage and authenticity


They runnin' off at the mouth till I fill up with my pump
They talk disrespectfully until I confront them with my weapon


They jump my automatic keep 'em weary
The fear of my automatic weapon keeps them cautious and on edge


While you fronting like you billy bad a** n**** you scary
Despite acting tough, you are actually scared and intimidated


I been knowing you for years we was high school peers in junior high
We have known each other for a long time, even back in our junior high school days


I was itchin' to kill and you was ready to die
I had a strong desire for violence, while you were prepared to risk your life


While you bulls***ting n****s was dying and catching cases
While you were engaging in meaningless activities, people were dying and getting arrested


Busting my automatics at motherf***ers in foreign places
Using my automatic weapons to shoot individuals in different locations


Leaving no trace they see my face and then they buried
Committing crimes without leaving any evidence behind, causing my adversaries to fear me


Them b****es die in a hurry still I ride I'm never worried
My enemies perish quickly, but I continue to move forward without fear


Mr. Makaveli tell me to ride and I'm a ride
The spirit of Tupac Shakur motivates me to continue on my journey


Pick my enemies out the crowd and muthaf***as die
Identifying my enemies among a group of people and eliminating them


It's not the way I wanna live my n**** it's how it is
This lifestyle is not my preferred choice, but it is the reality I face


Homie got into a fight last night they killed his kids
My friend was involved in a conflict, resulting in the death of his children


In this life I lead fiend for currency get high off weed
In my current life, I have an insatiable desire for money and find solace in smoking marijuana


Collect G's make my enemies bleed
Accumulating significant amounts of money while causing harm to my adversaries


When you see me n**** holla my set and watch 'em ride
When you see me, show your support and witness how our group moves together


Outlaw mother f***ers till we die
We are rebellious individuals who will remain devoted to our cause until our last breath


I ain't a killer but don't push me dog
I am not naturally inclined to kill, but I can be provoked to a violent response


For that family I'll send that a** straight to God
If someone threatens my family, I am willing to send them to their death


And in this life I lead I've seen the most of my 23 years
In my current lifestyle, I have experienced a great deal of hardship and struggle in my 23 years of life


My vision is blurry the money is clear
Although my future seems uncertain, the importance of money remains clear to me


Some of my peers eternally will sleep in a coffin
Some of my friends will be dead and buried for the rest of eternity


And when noble on the road I'm extremely cautious
When I am traveling, I am extra vigilant and careful


It happened that fast split second you're gone
Death can occur suddenly and unexpectedly, within the blink of an eye


At the top of my tombstone put 'Noble is raw'
Upon my death, I want my tombstone to reflect my authenticity and rawness


Outlaw till I'm under the floor for Kadafi the prince
I will remain an outlaw until my death, as a tribute to Kadafi, a fellow outlaw who was like royalty


I stack dough like a clock on the bricks
I accumulate money consistently, like stacking bricks in a clock tower


With a watch on my wrist dog
Displaying my wealth and success with a watch on my wrist


I know the time these days we outlaws
I am aware of the current state of affairs, where we are considered outlaws


We gonna die this way
We will meet our end while living this rebellious and dangerous lifestyle


We already in the history books
Our actions and impact have already been recorded in history


Pac made sure of that whateva you took we taking it back
Tupac made sure our contributions were acknowledged, and now we are reclaiming what belongs to us


You know it's all for the foundation
Everything we do is in service and support of the foundation we have built


Outlaws we still building the thug nation holla at your homie
As outlaws, we are still actively constructing and expanding the community of rebellious individuals. Reach out to me, your friend, for support


It ain't but nothing air between us oxygen is gettin' hot
There is only a thin barrier of air separating us, and the tension is rising


Got a problem mo' fag a** n**** kick rocks
If you have an issue, weak and cowardly individuals should leave and find somewhere else to go


Now [Incomprehensible] on the phone and the n**** talking crazy
Someone is speaking incoherently and irrationally on the phone


I don't know who to blame him or [Incomprehensible] for killing babies
I am uncertain about who is responsible, whether it is the person speaking or someone else, for causing harm to innocent children


I'm a New Jers Devil the street created rebel
I am a rebellious individual who was formed and shaped by the streets of New Jersey


Only got one shot to produce on every level
I have limited opportunities to succeed and showcase my talents in all aspects of life


This is Maximus go to the max I must
Like the character Maximus from the movie Gladiator, I must strive to reach the highest level of success


N**** I came from not much so money I clutch you huh
I came from humble beginnings, so I hold onto money tightly


Napoleon the strength of strong arm
I have the power and resilience of Napoleon, a symbol of strength


With a dick they whistle and ride I put a move up on
I am so influential and skilled that even my adversaries respect and fear me


I'm a hardcore product of the ghetto
I am a true representation of the hardships and struggles faced in the ghetto


Been blessed fo' sho to eat from out the ghetto
I have been fortunate enough to overcome my circumstances and find success despite growing up in the ghetto


I maneuver in the right lane quick to push back lanes
I navigate through life cautiously, always ready to defend myself and assert my presence


Switch it to the left lane I play with my hands
I adapt and switch my approach, using my hands to handle situations


And I'm plotting on the fortune, it's gettin' hot and scorching
I am strategizing and planning to acquire wealth, as the opportunity becomes more intense and demanding


I'm thinking like a scorpion that torturing an enemy
I have a mindset similar to a scorpion, seeking to torment and destroy my enemies


Now with this outlaw lifestyle that I've been introduced to
Having been introduced to this rebellious and criminal way of life


Money and hoes keep us closer to Lucifer
The pursuit of money and women leads us further away from righteousness and closer to evil


Steady seducing us and I'm all for it
These temptations are continuously attracting and influencing us, and I am willingly succumbing to them


It's the life for me and the law can't spoil it
This lifestyle is what I desire, and no legal consequences can ruin it


So you can call it what the f*** you want
You can label it whatever you like, it doesn't matter to me


But I'm a baller alcoholic with a sawn off pump
However, I am a successful and extravagant individual who also possesses a short-barreled shotgun


My mamma ain't raise no punk
My mother did not raise me to be weak or afraid


And even dead Pac so when I jump off I breathe for yak
Even Tupac, who is no longer alive, motivates me to continue on my journey, finding solace in smoking marijuana


Been puttin' in work so I walk with a bop
I have been consistently working hard, so I walk confidently with a swagger


And it safe at home so I sleep with a glock
To ensure my safety at home, I sleep with a Glock handgun


Thug living ugh what the f*** would be better
The lifestyle of a thug, despite its challenges, is preferable to any alternative


I do my dirt with the family so we dying together
I engage in illegal activities with my close associates, and we are willing to face death together


We on a mission for mo'
We are determined to acquire more


Gangsta s*** on you hoes
Engaging in criminal activities and showing dominance over others


We ain't f***ing with you lawyers
We have no interest in dealing with or trusting lawyers


Crossing n****s up out there dough
Betraying and double-crossing individuals when it comes to financial matters


Trying to live Godzilla
Attempting to live a larger-than-life, powerful existence like Godzilla


Edi went from a bad boy to a anybody killer
Edi has transitioned from being part of a notorious group to becoming capable of killing anyone


Look out wanted man guns in hand
Beware of me, a wanted individual armed with guns


Stand firm nuts are my pride now let's burn
I remain resolute, my pride intact, and now it's time to cause chaos


Bound and profound going down swinging
Despite being trapped and facing significant challenges, I will resist until the end


Holding my ground we the last ones breathing
Defending my position until the very end, we are the final survivors


No stopping till we eating deep in the trenches
We will not cease until we are successful, even if it means enduring difficult and dangerous situations


So many killings it's senseless
The number of deaths and murders is overwhelming and lacks reason or purpose


So in this life I lead I stay protected my God
In the life I am currently living, I prioritize my safety and protection with the help of God


My squad and this thing in my palm
I rely on my crew and the gun I hold in my hand


Now all my hustling motherf***ers
Addressing all the hardworking individuals like myself


Get your money sing along
Focus on your financial goals and join me in pursuing success


West Side, death row
Acknowledging my affiliation with the West Side and the record label Death Row


Dogg pound
Referring to the rap group The Dogg Pound


Everybody killer, bad boy killer, killer
Claiming to be a killer of everyone, including those associated with the Bad Boy record label


Anybody killer
Willing to kill anyone who is a threat or enemy


F*** all y'all n****s
Expressing disdain and disregard for all other individuals


If it ain't West Side n**** it ain't Pac
Stating that if someone doesn't represent the West Side, they cannot claim to be like Tupac Shakur


That's on my momma
Affirming the truth and seriousness of the previous statement, promising on the artist's mother




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave
Written by: DELMAR DREW ARNAUD, JOHNNY LEE JACKSON, KATARI T. COX, MALCOLM GREENIDGE, MUTAH W. BEALE, RICARDO EMMANUEL BROWN JR., RUFUS LEE COOPER, TUPAC AMARU SHAKUR

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