Polo G was originally known for his Chicago drill sound, but eventually transitioned to a more melodic style. He has been noted for his "vivid and explicit storytelling"; his lyrics often involve tough subjects, including racism and mental health. He also regularly pays homage to his hometown, and, as noted by Ayana Rashed of Respect, "he is also quick to acknowledge the common injustice and frequent police brutality he and so many others face on the daily". He has stated that American rapper Lil Wayne and hip-hop icon Tupac Shakur are his biggest influences. He also grew up listening to Gucci Mane, as well as Chicago rappers Lil Durk, G Herbo and Chief Keef.
Bartlett was born in the Old Town area of Chicago. He was raised by both of his parents and grew up with three siblings in a small project development known as Marshall Field Garden Apartments. Before his rise to fame, Bartlett spent multiple stints in prison. Bartlett's first song ever recorded was titled "ODA". Upon creating a SoundCloud account in 2018, he released the track "Gang With Me", which quickly racked up millions of plays. He continued gaining traction with his songs "Welcome Back" and "Neva Cared". Bartlett went on to release "Finer Things", a song he wrote while incarcerated, in the latter half of 2018 and quickly gained millions of views. In early 2019, Bartlett released "Pop Out" featuring Lil Tjay which peaked at number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song's music video gained over 200 million views on YouTube and led to him signing a record deal with Columbia Records. Bartlett also released videos for his songs "Deep Wounds", "Through Da Storm", "Effortless", and "Dyin' Breed" from his critically acclaimed debut studio album Die a Legend, which was released on June 7, 2019, and peaked at number 6 on the Billboard 200. "Heartless", a single released later in 2019, featured production from Mustard, and was later featured on his second album.
On February 14, 2020, Polo G released the track "Go Stupid", with rappers Stunna 4 Vegas and NLE Choppa. The song also featured production from Mike Will Made-It and Tay Keith. "Go Stupid" became his second song on the Hot 100 (after "Pop Out"), peaking at number 60 on the Hot 100, number 29 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs, and number 20 on Hot Rap Songs. Polo G released his second studio album, The Goat, on May 15, 2020. The album debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 and ten songs from the album hit the Hot 100, including "Flex" featuring Juice Wrld and "Be Something" featuring Lil Baby, peaking at numbers 30 and 57, respectively.
In July 2020, Polo G was featured on Juice Wrld's posthumous album Legends Never Die on the song "Hate the Other Side". The song peaked at number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100, Polo G's first top-ten single and highest charting overall song. On August 11, 2020, Polo G was included in XXL's 2020 Freshman Class. Later that month, he released the music video for his single "Martin & Gina", which peaked at number 61 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Be Something
Polo G Lyrics
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That broke shit made me sick, big appetite with a weak stomach
Ain't had nowhere to go, nigga, I was lost in them streets runnin'
And I hit Rodeo just to get stylish, ran through three hundred
Just happy I did it, nigga, nobody ever gave me nothin'
Flexin' so hard I might pull a muscle, but I just keep stuntin'
Thirty in the mag, you'll get body-bagged, I'm just gon' keep dumpin'
Police get behind me, I'ma press the gas, I'm just gon' keep stompin'
Plottin' on the come-up, we was schemin'
Now I hit the stage and they screamin'
I was tryna cope through them hard times
For them X pills, I was fiendin'
Got a bad bitch, honey skin tone, pretty long hair, she Belizean
Tryna tell you, girl, I can't love you, I'm a cold-hearted lil' demon
This function new, I can't show affection, might bug out for no reason
Really you don't even gotta be here, I done got so used to people leavin'
You was ridin' for me, then you switched up, now it's fuck you and I mean it
Couple situations left me traumatized, now I say less 'cause I'm speechless
If my brother need it, then I got him, man, the whole gang know how I'm bleedin'
Tryna wake up from them nightmares, devil in my ear while I'm dreamin'
In my past life, did some bad things, I know karma tryna get even
Tryna get away from all the drama, hopped in the Benz, now I'm speedin'
Told 'em I was gonna be somethin'
That broke shit made me sick, big appetite with a weak stomach
Ain't had nowhere to go, nigga, I was lost in them streets runnin'
And I hit Rodeo just to get stylish, ran through three hundred
Just happy I did it, nigga, nobody ever gave me nothin'
Flexin' so hard I might pull a muscle, but I just keep stuntin'
Thirty in the mag, you'll get body-bagged, I'm just gon' keep dumpin'
Police get behind me, I'ma press the gas, I'm just gon' keep stompin'
I'm just gon' keep stompin'
Goofy tried stealin' my phone
Look, these niggas corny, these niggas can't come on my corner
I'm the one do what I wanna
I made the guys spin that bitch every day like a carnival
Bought her a Patek Philippe 'cause she wanted one
These niggas nothin' like me, I am one of one
Take the Bentley, four hundred, I pay the bond
You ain't scarin' no one with no gun in this bitch
Everybody go dumb in this bitch
Niggas hoes and they mama a bitch
In the hood like Obama and shit
Presidential tint, no tellin' who in it
Ask around, I bet they tell you we winnin'
Different foreign cars, ain't none of 'em rented
Hundred million cash, I'm comin' to get it
Out in Cali', but my mind in the trenches
I advise the boy to play his position
Run it up and show love to my city
Never leave 'em, I'm bringin' 'em with me
Keep a Glizzy, it's goin' in with me, I can't let 'em get me
No time for bullshit, I'm sorry, I'm busy
I'ma go hard 'til I'm forty or fifty
Niggas be talkin', but they never do shit
So if it ain't money, I don't even listen
Told 'em I was gonna be somethin'
That broke shit made me sick, big appetite with a weak stomach
Ain't had nowhere to go, nigga, I was lost in them streets runnin'
And I hit Rodeo just to get stylish, ran through three hundred
Just happy I did it, nigga, nobody ever gave me nothin'
Flexin' so hard I might pull a muscle, but I just keep stuntin'
Thirty in the mag, you'll get body-bagged, I'm just gon' keep dumpin'
Police get behind me, I'ma press the gas, I'm just gon' keep stompin'
I'm just gon' keep stompin'
In "Be Something," Polo G raps about his ambition to rise from a life of deprivation and violence in his hometown of Chicago. He reflects on his struggles growing up, his pursuit of material wealth, and his distrust of others. He also discusses his penchant for violence, expressing his willingness to resort to force to protect himself and his possessions, as well as his determination to succeed against all odds. The song features an upbeat tempo and a driving beat that reflects Polo G's determination to overcome adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Told 'em I was gonna be somethin'
He promised others that one day he would make something of himself.
That broke shit made me sick, big appetite with a weak stomach
Living in poverty was unbearable for him, even though he craved success.
Ain't had nowhere to go, nigga, I was lost in them streets runnin'
He felt hopeless and directionless while navigating the harsh realities of his neighborhood.
And I hit Rodeo just to get stylish, ran through three hundred
He spent money on luxury clothes to feel better about himself and his situation.
Just happy I did it, nigga, nobody ever gave me nothin'
He is proud of his accomplishments because no one ever helped him achieve them.
Flexin' so hard I might pull a muscle, but I just keep stuntin'
He flaunts his success so much that it could become overwhelming, yet he keeps doing it.
Thirty in the mag, you'll get body-bagged, I'm just gon' keep dumpin'
He won't hesitate to use his gun to protect himself and those he cares about.
Police get behind me, I'ma press the gas, I'm just gon' keep stompin'
He refuses to let the police stop him or hold him back.
Plottin' on the come-up, we was schemin'
He and his friends were making plans to improve their lives.
Now I hit the stage and they screamin'
He has become successful as a rapper and the audience loves him.
I was tryna cope through them hard times
He was attempting to deal with difficult situations in his life.
For them X pills, I was fiendin'
He struggled with addiction to the drug ecstasy.
Got a bad bitch, honey skin tone, pretty long hair, she Belizean
He is in a relationship with an attractive woman of light complexion and long hair who is from Belize.
Tryna tell you, girl, I can't love you, I'm a cold-hearted lil' demon
He warns his girlfriend that he can't give her love or affection due to his cold, ruthless nature.
This function new, I can't show affection, might bug out for no reason
He is not comfortable in social situations and may overreact due to anxiety or paranoia.
You was ridin' for me, then you switched up, now it's fuck you and I mean it
Someone who used to support him betrayed him, and he has no more love for them.
Couple situations left me traumatized, now I say less 'cause I'm speechless
He has faced some difficult moments that have left him emotionally wounded and unable to express himself easily.
If my brother need it, then I got him, man, the whole gang know how I'm bleedin'
He will go to great lengths to protect and support his friends, and they are well aware of his loyalty.
Tryna wake up from them nightmares, devil in my ear while I'm dreamin'
He is haunted by bad dreams and negative thoughts that won't leave him alone.
In my past life, did some bad things, I know karma tryna get even
He believes that his previous misdeeds are now coming back to haunt him in some way.
Tryna get away from all the drama, hopped in the Benz, now I'm speedin'
He seeks to escape from all the problems and stress in his life by driving his Mercedes-Benz quickly.
Goofy tried stealin' my phone
Someone foolishly attempted to steal his phone from him.
Look, these niggas corny, these niggas can't come on my corner
He feels that the people in his area are inferior to him and not worthy of his presence.
I'm the one do what I wanna
He is in control of his life and does as he pleases.
I made the guys spin that bitch every day like a carnival
He and his associates spent a lot of money making a woman dance for them every day.
Bought her a Patek Philippe 'cause she wanted one
He bought a high-end watch for the woman he was seeing because she requested it.
These niggas nothin' like me, I am one of one
He feels that he is unique and superior to those around him.
Take the Bentley, four hundred, I pay the bond
He is willing to spend a large amount of money to bail someone out of jail if necessary.
You ain't scarin' no one with no gun in this bitch
Someone threatening to use a gun does not intimidate him or his friends.
Everybody go dumb in this bitch
Everyone around him acts foolish or unintelligent.
Niggas hoes and they mama a bitch
He believes that the men in his life are cowardly and even their mothers have poor character.
In the hood like Obama and shit
He is respected and important in his neighborhood like former President Barack Obama is on a national scale.
Presidential tint, no tellin' who in it
He has a car with tinted windows where you can't see who is inside.
Ask around, I bet they tell you we winnin'
If you ask anyone in his area, they will tell you that he and his friends are successful.
Different foreign cars, ain't none of 'em rented
He owns multiple expensive foreign cars and none of them are rented or leased.
Hundred million cash, I'm comin' to get it
He has a goal to make a huge amount of money and is working to achieve it.
Out in Cali', but my mind in the trenches
Even though he is physically in California, his mind is still on the struggles of his neighborhood.
I advise the boy to play his position
He advises someone to stay in their place and not get too ambitious.
Run it up and show love to my city
He wants to earn a lot of money and support his hometown in the process.
Never leave 'em, I'm bringin' 'em with me
He won't forget his friends and family, but instead plans to take them with him as he becomes more successful.
Keep a Glizzy, it's goin' in with me, I can't let 'em get me
He carries a gun for protection and will use it if necessary to defend himself.
No time for bullshit, I'm sorry, I'm busy
He takes his work seriously and does not have time for distractions or drama.
I'ma go hard 'til I'm forty or fifty
He plans to work hard and succeed for as long as possible before retiring in his forties or fifties.
Niggas be talkin', but they never do shit
He criticizes others for being all talk and no action.
So if it ain't money, I don't even listen
He is focused solely on his pursuit of wealth and won't pay attention to anything else.
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Braylin Phillip Bowman, Dominique Jones, Taurus Bartlett
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@rjuji7035
Polo G is the type of dude that has the balls to tell his barber he didnโt like his haircut..
@hashemhamidaddin5887
I felt that ๐
@yev1713
@@user-bm8tf3vb6v And yet you stopped to leave a comment to say it isnt funny anymore that shits funny lmao
@jah233
Yxvkh Onm thatโs what I was thinking
@lnanters
@@user-bm8tf3vb6v I ain't never heard it before
@loluugly6293
Hashem Hamidaddin ๐ญ๐ญ๐ญ๐ญ
@stephcurry9398
only people who are not from tiktok can like this
@Nonameeeee123
Tik tok better not ruin none of these songs
@epixploits7826
it hasnt even been 10 mins bruh
@sauce8892
38 BABY fr