Taurus Tremani Bartlett (born January 6, 1999), known professionally as Pol… Read Full Bio ↴Taurus Tremani Bartlett (born January 6, 1999), known professionally as Polo G, is an American rapper from Chicago, Illinois. He is best known for his song with Bronx rapper, Lil Tjay, "Pop Out", which has amassed over 80 million views on YouTube and peaked at number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100.

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.

Dyin Breed
Polo G Lyrics

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JTK
Yo, Ayo

Real niggas is a dyin' breed, but I'm still maintaining
Made it out the hood, I still pop out on some gang shit
My day one niggas, them the niggas that I came with
Ain't no big homies, we just reckless gangbanging
Don't get caught in the mix 'cause this shit is very dangerous

Guess you want some clout, we gon' really make you famous
Skrrt, skrrt, skrrt, i8, watch me lane switch
If you ain't talkin' money, nigga, you don't speak my language

We grew up playin' cops and robbers, I was never 12
They tried to warn us like we gon' see them heaven gates or jail
Free ManMan, fuck the law, just got his letter in the mail
Eyeballing the work, this shit don't ever touch a scale
Was fighting petty cases, I couldn't even pay my bail
Now it's thirty on my wrist, I paid a stack for these Chanels
I drew up a new game plan and bounced back from them Ls
Made it through the storm, they ain't think that I was gon' prevail
Glock up on my hip and this bitch got thirty shells
Just look at us, we lost it, pussy nigga, can't you tell?
Lil Wooski lost his brothers, he gon' give them niggas hell
Leave 'em on the ground leakin' out, skin turning pale

Real niggas is a dyin' breed, but I'm still maintaining
Made it out the hood, I still pop out on some gang shit
My day one niggas, them the niggas that I came with
Ain't no big homies, we just reckless gangbanging
Don't get caught in the mix 'cause this shit is very dangerous
Guess you want some clout, we gon' really make you famous
Skrrt, skrrt, skrrt, i8, watch me lane switch
If you ain't talkin' money, nigga, you don't speak my language

Them was my sandbox niggas like I been with 'em since birth
Tryna pull up on they corner and make niggas disperse
We just want 'em to feel our pain 'cause we been hurt
They took one of ours, we just tryna get reimbursed
Took so many losses, swear I thought the hood was cursed
Started off with nothing, had to get this shit from the dirt
And life been better now, but I'm still expecting the worst
I hop in foreigns for my boys who took a ride in that hearse
And I been going hard 'cause I'm content on comin' in first
God whispered in my ear and told me, "Kill every verse"
Feel like I'm goin' numb, swallowin' these X pills and Percs
Them drugs beatin' me, feel like my heart gon' jump through my shirt

Real niggas is a dyin' breed, but I'm still maintaining
Made it out the hood, I still pop out on some gang shit
My day one niggas, them the niggas that I came with
Ain't no big homies, we just reckless gangbanging
Don't get caught in the mix 'cause this shit is very dangerous
Guess you want some clout, we gon' really make you famous

Skrrt, skrrt, skrrt, i8, watch me lane switch
If you ain't talkin' money, nigga, you don't speak my language

Overall Meaning

In Polo G's song Dyin Breed, he laments the fact that real gangsters are becoming a rare breed. He proudly declares that he is still maintaining his street credibility and remains loyal to his day one niggas (friends). He emphasizes that there are no big homies in his gang, and they indulge in reckless gangbanging. Polo G warns listeners not to get caught up in the mix because it is dangerous. He also indicates that he does not care about people who are not speaking his language, which means they are not talking about money.

Polo G reminisces about his childhood, playing cops and robbers, and how warnings from adults could not deter them from their chosen path in life. They went through petty crimes and served time in jail, and the only thing that kept them going was the belief that God was on their side. Polo G also speaks about the deaths of his boys, and how he still feels the pain of their loss. He has moved on in life, but the scars remain, and the memory of their deaths still haunts him. He further admits to taking drugs like X pills and Percs, which make him feel like his heart is about to jump out of his chest.

Line by Line Meaning

Real niggas is a dyin' breed, but I'm still maintaining
Polo G believes true and loyal people are rare and disappearing, but he's still holding onto his values and principles.

Made it out the hood, I still pop out on some gang shit
Polo G has escaped the tough conditions of his neighborhood, but still remains loyal to his gang.

My day one niggas, them the niggas that I came with
Polo G's original friends are still the most important and trustworthy people in his life.

Ain't no big homies, we just reckless gangbanging
Polo G and his crew don't follow any particular authority figures, and engage in dangerous gang activities.

Don't get caught in the mix 'cause this shit is very dangerous
Polo G warns others not to get involved with gangs and their violent lifestyle.

Guess you want some clout, we gon' really make you famous
If someone is seeking attention and recognition, Polo G and his crew are willing to provide it through violence.

Skrrt, skrrt, skrrt, i8, watch me lane switch
Polo G flaunts his wealth and success, driving in a high-end sports car.

If you ain't talkin' money, nigga, you don't speak my language
If someone isn't discussing financial gain, Polo G has no interest in conversing with them.

Them was my sandbox niggas like I been with 'em since birth
Polo G has known his childhood friends for so long, it feels like they've been together since they were born.

Tryna pull up on they corner and make niggas disperse
Polo G and his crew are attempting to intimidate others, causing them to scatter and leave the area.

We just want 'em to feel our pain 'cause we been hurt
Polo G and his gang want to inflict pain on others to make them understand what they've been through.

They took one of ours, we just tryna get reimbursed
Polo G and his crew are seeking revenge for the loss of one of their own, trying to make up for it in some way.

Took so many losses, swear I thought the hood was cursed
Polo G has suffered many setbacks and failures, causing him to believe that his neighborhood is under some kind of curse.

Started off with nothing, had to get this shit from the dirt
Polo G began with absolutely nothing but has worked his way up from the ground with determination and hard work.

And life been better now, but I'm still expecting the worst
Even though Polo G has achieved success, he's still wary and ready for any potential negative situations.

I hop in foreigns for my boys who took a ride in that hearse
Polo G is using his wealth to honor his friends who have passed away by driving luxury cars.

And I been going hard 'cause I'm content on comin' in first
Polo G is working extremely hard to ensure he achieves his goals and becomes the best at what he does.

God whispered in my ear and told me, "Kill every verse"
Polo G believes that he's been blessed with divine inspiration and is determined to create the best music he can.

Feel like I'm goin' numb, swallowin' these X pills and Percs
Polo G is struggling with addiction, feeling emotionally numb from using drugs.

Them drugs beatin' me, feel like my heart gon' jump through my shirt
Polo G is deeply affected by his addiction, feeling like it's causing his heart to race with fear.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jahmere Tylon, Jordan T. Knight, Taurus Bartlett

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