Turn Me Loose
Prince Lyrics


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Keepin' you close
I been thinkin' 'bout you for a very long time, yeah (hahaha, Nene)
Let me talk my shit

know you had it rough but you also love it rough
Put your hands behind your back and show me how you clutch
When I'm feeling low I take drugs to turn me up
and if I'm feeling low show me how you turn me up

Cause I got way too much inside my system
I got way too much inside my system
I got way too much inside my system
I got way too much inside my system

20 racks inside my pockets I might blow it all
The way I'm spending money niggas think I'm showing off
My bitch a dime and you can't find her I can't show her off
I can't get bit by those piranhas I gotta move precaution

I see 'em peeking in my window
I might just let 'em in
got body bags for all my opps
I'm just trynna get 'em in
I stomp when I walk but they don't know when I'm stepping in
Let my pistol talk it clarifies what I represent

These niggas wanna take my life I feel it in the air
I feel em creepin' down my block I gotta be aware
I know the day gon' come and when it do I'll be prepared
The reaper knocking on my door I swear this shit ain't fair

So I keep a clip filled up with hollows
Put some in my bottle, 'cause you ain't going home tonight
And for all I know I might not make it home tonight yeah yeah

So what's gon' turn me up
When you bring up all them bitches' man
I swear that turn me up, when I gotta move suspicious man
I swear that turn me up, when I put some in my system man
I swear that turn me up

I can't let 'em know my art of war, before I ever learn
I gotta hit the hardest wall
I love to finish shit that's why I never start 'em all
You push me down I kick you down who had a harder fall

I love my sprite with a shadow in it
I sent them demons but I ain't know that you was battling em
Ya bitch boat could get rocked if I got my paddles with me
Before I milk 'em niggas I make sure my cattle with me

I would fuck ya friend but I don't, you got a fatter pussy
knock it out the park like I brought different batters with me
I know how to step my shit up
Like I walk around with ladders with me
Had different options to fuck over but it had to be me
And every time y'all fuck me over y'all be flattering me
Yeah

You know how to make it all about you
All about you
So I keep a clip filled up with hollows
Put some in my bottle, 'cause you ain't going home tonight
And for all I know I might not make it home tonight yeah yeah

So what's gon' turn me up
When you bring up all them bitches' man
I swear that turn me up, when I gotta move suspicious man




I swear that turn me up, when I put some in my system man
I swear that turn me up

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to the song Turn Me Loose by Prince depict a birthday celebration and an egotistical attitude that comes with being a rising rap artist. The artist's "girl" promises to engage in a sexual encounter, but he values his own status more, saying he will "get to go bang bang" by performing well. He also takes pride in his success and wealth, โ€œI got money with my stage name,โ€ and takes shots at other artists with โ€œSneak dissing yo claim to fameโ€ and โ€œImma take yo favorite rapper and imma make him retireโ€. Towards the end of the song, he reflects on his growth as an artist, emphasizing the importance of the game in which he is playing and his desire to be the "greatest of all time".


The lyrics reflect the common themes of braggadocio and partying that are often present in the hip-hop genre. The references to sex and wealth demonstrate the stereotypical "rockstar" lifestyle that is associated with the hip-hop image. The artist's desire to be the greatest of all time is also a common theme in the rap genre, reflecting the competitive nature of the industry.


Line by Line Meaning

I decided to make a song for my birthday
On my birthday, I chose to create a song.


Yo girl said sheโ€™ll throw it back, I told her do it on a Thursday
My girlfriend promised to surprise me sexually, and I suggested she do it on my birthday.


But she a ho, if I do it right, imma get to go bang bang
My girlfriend is promiscuous, and if I perform well sexually, we will engage in intercourse.


But since itโ€™s my birthday, getting litt with my chained gang
As it is my birthday, I plan on celebrating with my friends and fans at a party.


I got sauce in my mane frame
I have swag and style that stems from my confidence in my abilities.


I got money with my stage name
My stage name is lucrative, and I have accumulated wealth from my career.


Iโ€™mma sign a shirt with my name
I will autograph a shirt with my name for one of my fans.


Sneak dissing yo claim to fame
I am subtly criticizing your attempt to gain recognition.


I donโ€™t sneak, no Iโ€™ll say yo name
I will blatantly reference you by name when expressing my discontent.


I donโ€™t got no Reggie brain
I am not foolish or naive like someone who would smoke low-quality marijuana.


Walking 'round with a neck chain
I am wearing a necklace as an accessory.


โ€˜Cause I got it for my birthday
I received the necklace as a gift for my birthday.


Yeah this beat is fire
The instrumental track for this song is exceptional in its quality and style.


Imma take yo favorite rapper and imma make him retire
I am so talented as a rapper that I could surpass your favorite artist and prompt his or her retirement.


All yโ€™all niggas got mega cars but yโ€™all donโ€™t got no tires
All of you have impressive vehicles, but you lack the necessary components, such as tires, to utilize them properly.


If you ainโ€™t catch on, itโ€™s word play for, never mind
If you did not understand the clever wordplay in my previous line, don't worry, it was insignificant.


From the beginning my purpose of rapping was playing a game
Since I started my career as a rapper, my goal was to have fun and enjoy the process like a game.


It started out as an experiment
Initially, I was simply testing the waters and trying something new.


Then through time, it turned to an actual thing
As I gained experience and developed my style, rapping became a sincere pursuit and part of my identity.


CT was born
My persona as a rapper was created.


CG was born
Another persona or identity was developed alongside my rapping name.


The process of this was a hazardous storm
Becoming a successful rapper was difficult and required hard work, but it was a thrilling adventure.


We had some tough beginnings but
Initially, there were obstacles and challenges to overcome.


Now I have really opened a door
As a successful rapper, I have gained access to new opportunities and experiences.


Coaching the game, but playing on court
I am strategically managing my career while also being an active participant in the rap industry.


I started on rapping
My introduction to the music industry began with rapping.


I guess I was sick
My talent as a rapper was so strong that it could be described as a kind of unusual talent or skill.


Contagious my nigga it started to spread
My unique style and music were so captivating that they began to spread rapidly in the music scene.


Starting to spread, it took some time
It was a gradual but powerful development in the music industry.


I ainโ€™t mad nigga, itโ€™s all fine
I am not resentful about the challenges or criticisms I've faced along the way, as I am content with my success.


When itโ€™s all said and done
Ultimately, when I look back on my career, after everything I've accomplished.


I gotta be the greatest of all time
I desire to be recognized as the best musician in my genre, of all-time.




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Written by: Justin Rivera

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How did they fit so much funk on that small stage? Silly question of course - it is Prince after all.

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