PnB Rock hails from Pastorius and Baynton Streets in the Germantown section of Philadelphia — that’s where he found the “P” and “B” in his name. That’s also where he found himself in a bit of trouble.
When Rock was 13 years old, he got sent away to a youth detention program for fighting in school and committing robberies. When Rock turned 19, he was sent to prison; it was there where he learned to blend calming melodies with hard street stories.“There were people up there singing in the yard. They were doing the same thing that I was doing, but they were serious with it,” he remembers. “There would be crowds around them and that was our entertainment, everybody loved it.” PnB wrote his entire first mixtape RNB (Real Nigga Bangaz), while he was locked up and eventually released in 2014. “My first mixtape was highly anticipated in my city and I drove around selling them hand-to-hand,” he says, remarking that he barely made any money off the sales after he factored in the cost of gas. “It was all love because people got to take pictures and meet me face-to-face.”
The bubbling singer/songwriter explored his musical side; a side which was fueled by his mother’s massive CD collection which included albums from the Temptations as well as 2Pac, The Notorious B.I.G. and Jay Z. “My whole life I was surrounded by music. I didn’t really like anything else,” he says. “I didn’t watch cartoons, I didn’t play sports, I just liked music, money and girls.”
When RNB2 dropped in February 2015, Rock’s loyal following had propelled him way past his native Philly blocks. It was enough to earn the attention of a number of major labels, including Atlantic Records, where PnB Rock signed earlier this year.
If RNB and RNB2 laid the foundation, PnB’s newly released RNB3 will set the stage for a long career. Led by tracks like “Fleek” — a song which Rock wrote during his last day in prison and now has over 2.4 million plays on SoundCloud — RNB3 will be PnB Rock’s biggest yet.
On the Sonny Digital-produced “Alone,” he opens up about his shortcomings as a man, admitting that he hasn’t been the most faithful. “Maybe I could turn down 10, but I can’t turn down 20,” he sings about the amount of advances he gets on social media.
Then there are his more laid back tracks like “Feelin Like Diddy” and “No Time,” better known as the ultimate hustler’s anthem. “I’m just telling a female that I could give you whatever you want, but I’m not trying to be tied down,” he says. “I could entertain you and fuck with you, but don’t expect me to be committed to nobody. I’m committed to the grind.”
You see, when it comes to PnB Rock, it’s best to leave the flowers and candy behind. You won’t be needing them. “I got a new sound for sure,” he says. “I could touch different topics that these other artists can’t touch, because I’m in the streets.”
On September 12, 2022 PnB Rock died in a shooting at Roscoe's Chicken & Waffles in Los Angeles after his girlfriend posted their location on an Instagram story.
Rose Gold
PNB Rock Lyrics
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I ride with my dogs, whether right or wrong (right or wrong)
I got all these scars 'cause my niggas gone (niggas gone)
Tat 'em on I'm back and put 'em in my songs
Caught him slippin', left him on the news
Gotta bite now 'cause he love to chew
All these hoes in here, gotta fuck me one
These niggas die bitter, they sweeter than punch (ooh)
I done made it out the bottom, baby, I ain't goin' back
Matte black on that Lambo' truck
Revolver hit 'em, they ain't solvin' that (boom)
His and her's Chanel-nel drip, too many plugs they come with extensions
Whack all the opps, don't leave no witness
Poppin' all these Percs, I need to quit it
Cop brand new coupes and leave the ceilin' (yeah, yeah, yeah)
Hop out the drop at the opp's spot and pop shots
Young nigga worth some M's, it's crazy 'cause I also spin the block (skrrt)
Bad lil' bitch want ass shots (ass shots)
I'ma cash her out, she gon' give me that drop (give me that drop)
That bitch think she special, I drop drip all on my bad thots
Lambo' seats in here (yeah)
Stash spots, got the heat in here (in here)
Watch your body, they creepin', yeah (yeah)
Ain't no peace, no sleep in here (yeah)
Hey bro, just bring them freaks in here (in here, yeah)
If he's sweet, I'll have my young niggas eat
We gon' have a feast in here, yeah (yeah, yeah, yeah)
Two tone rose gold, Cartier skeleton (rose gold, 'ton)
I ride with my dogs, whether right or wrong (right or wrong)
I got all these scars 'cause my niggas gone (niggas gone, because they gone)
Tat 'em on I'm back and put 'em in my songs
Caught him slippin', left him on the news
Gotta bite now 'cause he love to chew
All these hoes in here, I gotta fuck me one
New Lambo' with the trunk in the front
These niggas die bitter, they sweeter than punch (ooh)
(Von, Von)
Before I die they gon' remember me (they is)
For bein' in these streets and slangin' heat, ain't ducked no enemies
I want the toughest nigga, I ain't never preyed upon the weak (yeah, yeah)
And yo lil' baby momma lip real good but that bitch pussy weak (wack)
These lil' boys can't fuck with me, 45 Glocks, they stuck to me
I be in your dreams, you can't even sleep, if you think about touchin' me (uh, what?)
Man, this shit'll get ugly, now this shit'll get brazy (it will, ok)
The way he got killed, that made me crazy
Couldn't do shit, I was in them cages
Fightin' murder ones, couldn't even see my son (uh-huh, I couldn't)
I was on the run, still throw the gun, revoked bond
Now I got the biggest bag, you know these niggas mad (I do, you know)
He tried to run off with that sack, I made him fumble then I run it back
Two tone rose gold, Cartier skeleton (rose gold, 'ton)
I ride with my dogs, whether right or wrong (right or wrong)
I got all these scars 'cause my niggas gone (niggas gone)
Tat 'em on I'm back and put 'em in my songs
Caught him slippin', left him on the news
Gotta bite now 'cause he love to chew
All these hoes in here, I gotta fuck me one
New Lambo' with the trunk in the front
These niggas die bitter, they sweeter than punch (ooh)
Two tone rose gold, Cartier skeleton
I ride with my dogs whether right or wrong
I got all these scars 'cause my niggas gone
Tat 'em on I'm back and put 'em in my songs
The song "Rose Gold" by PNB Rock is a gritty and reflective track that reflects on the rapper's success, his losses, and his determination to keep hustling. The opening line "Two tone rose gold, Cartier skeleton" sets the tone for the song's braggadocio, as PNB Rock boasts about his jewelry and luxury lifestyle. He pairs this with a statement of loyalty in the next line, "I ride with my dogs, whether right or wrong," which shows his deep connection to those closest to him.
The chorus speaks to PNB Rock's past traumas and losses, with lines like "I got all these scars 'cause my niggas gone" and "Tat 'em on I'm back and put 'em in my songs." Here, he reveals the pain he's experienced and the way he chooses to cope and memorialize his fallen comrades. The verse shifts to a more violent tone, as PNB Rock describes his willingness to take revenge on his enemies with lines like "Caught him slippin', left him on the news" and "Whack all the opps, don't leave no witness."
The verse from rapper Von adds an extra layer of intensity to the song, with dark and intense lyrics about violence, dominance, and survival. Overall, "Rose Gold" is a powerful track that taps into the emotional depths of PNB Rock's experiences and struggles, showcasing the rapper's raw talent and lyrical prowess.
Line by Line Meaning
Two tone rose gold, Cartier skeleton
My jewelry is luxurious and expensive
I ride with my dogs, whether right or wrong
I stick by my friends no matter what
I got all these scars 'cause my niggas gone
I have painful memories because I lost my friends
Tat 'em on I'm back and put 'em in my songs
I honor my friends by immortalizing them in my music
Caught him slippin', left him on the news
I'm not afraid to take revenge on my enemies
Gotta bite now 'cause he love to chew
I will strike before my enemy has a chance to harm me
All these hoes in here, gotta fuck me one
I have many women who desire me
New Lambo' with the trunk in the front
I have an expensive, high-performance car
These niggas die bitter, they sweeter than punch
My enemies are weak and easily defeated
I done made it out the bottom, baby, I ain't goin' back
I've overcome hardship and I won't let myself falter again
Matte black on that Lambo' truck
My car is customized and sleek
Revolver hit 'em, they ain't solvin' that
My weapon is powerful and unbeatable
His and her's Chanel-nel drip, too many plugs they come with extensions
I have expensive fashion and I am well-connected
Whack all the opps, don't leave no witness
I eliminate my enemies and ensure no one can testify against me
Poppin' all these Percs, I need to quit it
I am addicted to drugs and need to stop before it harms me
Cop brand new coupes and leave the ceilin'
I buy expensive cars and enjoy the freedom they bring
Hop out the drop at the opp's spot and pop shots
I'm willing to engage in violent confrontations with my enemies
Young nigga worth some M's, it's crazy 'cause I also spin the block
I am young and already have a high net worth, and I am not afraid to fight
Bad lil' bitch want ass shots
A woman wants to undergo cosmetic surgery for a more attractive buttocks
I'ma cash her out, she gon' give me that drop
I will pay for her cosmetic surgery and in return, she will sleep with me
That bitch think she special, I drop drip all on my bad thots
I have multiple women and they are all replaceable
Lambo' seats in here
My car has high-end, luxurious seats
Stash spots, got the heat in here
I have secret compartments to hide weapons in my car
Watch your body, they creepin', yeah
Stay alert, because my enemies may be watching and waiting
Ain't no peace, no sleep in here
My life is fraught with danger and I cannot rest
Hey bro, just bring them freaks in here
Bring some women to party with us
If he's sweet, I'll have my young niggas eat
If someone is vulnerable, I will have my friends attack them
We gon' have a feast in here, yeah
We will have a good time partying and enjoying life
Before I die they gon' remember me
I want to leave a legacy when I die
For bein' in these streets and slangin' heat, ain't ducked no enemies
I am known for being tough and confronting my enemies
I want the toughest nigga, I ain't never preyed upon the weak
I only fight the strongest opponents, not the vulnerable
And yo lil' baby momma lip real good but that bitch pussy weak
I slept with a woman who was not very good in bed
These lil' boys can't fuck with me, 45 Glocks, they stuck to me
I am superior to my opponents and have powerful guns
I be in your dreams, you can't even sleep, if you think about touchin' me
I haunt the thoughts of those who wish to harm me
Man, this shit'll get ugly, now this shit'll get brazy
Retaliation will be violent and dangerous
The way he got killed, that made me crazy
The death of my friend drove me to madness
Couldn't do shit, I was in them cages
I was imprisoned and unable to act
Fightin' murder ones, couldn't even see my son
I was facing severe charges and unable to see my child
I was on the run, still throw the gun, revoked bond
I was evading the law while still carrying weapons and breaking bail
Now I got the biggest bag, you know these niggas mad
I have achieved success and my jealous enemies are angry
He tried to run off with that sack, I made him fumble then I run it back
Someone attempted to steal from me, but I turned the situation to my advantage
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Broderick Omar Hughey, Dayvon Bennett, Jaucquez Lowe, Rakim Allen, Roderick Lamar Hughey Jr.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lamarlatimore7802
The Fact that PnB and Von are gone now is crazy R.I.P. 🙏🏾🕊
@gda1442
Fr fr was just listening to the king von interview with MDWOG and pnb rock pulled up now they both gone 🕊🕊😒
@Him717.
My son is 8 and he listen to they music... I'm not even going to tell him 😮💨😮💨
@neverweakagain
heartbroken
@csidetrap8102
Demm
@hsfla1932
Fr rip both
@Ronnie12_D23
This song hits deeper than ever before now R.I.P.
@TrapAPMadeItSlap
Eh
@jerma420
Eh
@DineroA1
Eh