Go Getta
R. Kelly ft Young Jeezy Lyrics


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Young Jeezy, CT
And ya boy Kells
Yeah, 8732, what it do, nigga?
Haha, that's right, keep clapping y'all (KP, I got you, homie)
Ayy DJ, you playin' with us, turn it up
Let's go get 'em Jeezy, oh, oh, oh

You know we trap all day (oh), we play all night (oh)
This is the life of a, the life of a (ayy)
Go getta (ayy), go getta (ayy), go getta (yeah)
We in the club, you see a bad bitch, point her out (oh)
Yeah, you damn right I'ma (ayy)
You damn right I'ma
Go getta (ayy), go getta (ayy), go getta (yeah)

Enemy of the state, they callin' me Will Smith
Thing on my side, you can call that Jada
Them boys talkin' down, yeah, we call them haters
I'm ballin' right now, so we'll get back to that later
I'll be the first to admit, I'm such an alcoholic
Only blow that good shit, yeah, that whatchamacallit
Catch me posted on the block in something exotic
'07, yeah, same color Hypnotic
I'm on the outside lookin', and I want in
My homie did the same thing and he got ten
Just took a loss, still tryna win
Ain't tryna give back, so what you tryna spend?

You know we trap all day (oh), we play all night (oh)
This is the life of a, the life of a (ayy)
Go getta (ayy), go getta (ayy), go getta (yeah)
We in the club, you see a bad bitch, point her out (oh)
Yeah, you damn right I'ma (ayy)
You damn right I'ma
Go getta (ayy), go getta (ayy), go getta (yeah)

We live life on the edge like it's no tomorrow (damn)
Then grind hard like it's no today
Then do the same shit like it's yesterday
The game never stop, so who's next to play?
Against all odds, you can place your bets
Yeah, I'm just gettin' started, so I ain't done yet (nah)
Risk it all, you can lose your life
What else can I say? That's a hell of a price (damn)
I don't under 'cause I over-stand
No time for mistakes, so I over-plan
I'm in the club like what?
Four-five with me, and I'm a stay thuggin' 'til the feds come get me (oh, oh, oh)

You know we trap all day (oh), we play all night (oh)
This is the life of a, the life of a (ayy)
Go getta (ayy), go getta (ayy), go getta (yeah)
We in the club, you see a bad bitch, point her out (oh)
Yeah, you damn right I'ma (ayy)
You damn right I'ma
Go getta (ayy), go getta (ayy), go getta (yeah)

Hey, hey, this is how we play
When we roll up to the club high, sittin' on twenty treys
Hop out like we fabulous
Top models grabbin' us
They love them go gettas, only in America
Put D on chicks like Wallace
Turn 'em forward now, they can have all this
Can't deny it when you see the wheels spinnin'
Boy Kells out the coupe in Miami white linen
Chips big spendin', walk up out the club with a shit load of women
Soon as I see what I like I'ma get it
I'ma get it, ooh, I'ma get it
'Cause I'ma go getta

You know we trap all day (oh), we play all night (oh)
This is the life of a, the life of a (ayy)
Go getta (ayy), go getta (ayy), go getta (yeah)
We in the club, you see a bad bitch, point her out (oh)
Yeah, you damn right I'ma (ayy)




You damn right I'ma
Go getta (ayy), go getta (ayy), go getta (yeah)

Overall Meaning

The song "Go Getta" by R. Kelly ft Young Jeezy is about their life as successful rappers, where they are constantly grinding and working hard in the music industry. The title "Go Getta" is used to describe themselves as individuals who are always determined to obtain their goals and ambitions, whether in or out of the club. Throughout the song, it is apparent that money, women, and success are their main priorities, and they are willing to take risks and make sacrifices to achieve them.


In the first verse, Young Jeezy talks about his life as an "Enemy of the state," where he is always on the move, grinding all day and night, and how he deals with haters who criticize his success. Jeezy also admits to having a problem with alcohol but only smokes the "good shit," indicating that he is picky about what he consumes. He then goes on to talk about his friend who got caught up in the game, got ten years in prison, and how he himself is still fighting to win.


In the chorus, R. Kelly sings about how they live their lives, always trapping and playing, diving headfirst into everything they do, showing no signs of stopping. They assert themselves as 'Go Getta', always asserting their dominance and pointing out the "bad bitches" in the club.


Overall, the song is a pump-up anthem, perfect for a night out in the club. Through their lyrics, R. Kelly and Young Jeezy inspire their listeners to never give up on their dreams and always work hard to achieve them.


Line by Line Meaning

Young Jeezy, CT
Introducing Young Jeezy and CT (Connecticut).


And ya boy Kells
Referring to R. Kelly.


Yeah, 8732, what it do, nigga?
Referring to the clothing line '8732' and greeting someone.


Haha, that's right, keep clapping y'all (KP, I got you, homie)
Encouraging the audience and giving a shoutout to KP (unknown person).


Ayy DJ, you playin' with us, turn it up
Asking the DJ to turn up the music.


Let's go get 'em Jeezy, oh, oh, oh
Encouraging Young Jeezy to get the audience hyped.


You know we trap all day (oh), we play all night (oh)
We hustle and grind all day and party all night.


This is the life of a, the life of a (ayy)
This is how we live, this is our lifestyle.


Go getta (ayy), go getta (ayy), go getta (yeah)
We're go-getters, we're always on the move and chasing success.


We in the club, you see a bad bitch, point her out (oh)
In the club, if you see an attractive woman, let us know.


Yeah, you damn right I'ma (ayy)
Yes, I will approach her.


Go getta (ayy), go getta (ayy), go getta (yeah)
We're always chasing our goals and never giving up.


Enemy of the state, they callin' me Will Smith
Being compared to the character Will Smith played in the movie 'Enemy of the State', implying a dangerous persona.


Thing on my side, you can call that Jada
His gun on his side is referred to as 'Jada', comparing it to Will Smith's wife in real life (Jada Pinkett Smith).


Them boys talkin' down, yeah, we call them haters
Those who speak negatively about us are considered haters.


I'm ballin' right now, so we'll get back to that later
I'm doing well at the moment and we can discuss any issues later.


I'll be the first to admit, I'm such an alcoholic
Confessing to being an alcoholic.


Only blow that good shit, yeah, that whatchamacallit
Only smoking high-quality marijuana.


Catch me posted on the block in something exotic
You can find me in a fancy car on the street corner.


'07, yeah, same color Hypnotic
Referring to a popular blue alcohol brand from 2007.


I'm on the outside lookin', and I want in
I'm currently excluded but I want to be included.


My homie did the same thing and he got ten
A friend attempted the same thing and was given a 10-year sentence in jail.


Just took a loss, still tryna win
I recently experienced a setback but I'm still striving for success.


Ain't tryna give back, so what you tryna spend?
I don't want to give back what I earned. What are you willing to spend?


We live life on the edge like it's no tomorrow (damn)
We live recklessly, as if there's no tomorrow.


Then grind hard like it's no today
We work hard, as if there's no today.


Then do the same shit like it's yesterday
And repeat the same process as yesterday.


The game never stop, so who's next to play?
The hustling never ends. Who is the next player to get involved?


Against all odds, you can place your bets
Despite the obstacles, you can still bet on us succeeding.


Yeah, I'm just gettin' started, so I ain't done yet (nah)
I'm still early in the game, so I have more to accomplish.


Risk it all, you can lose your life
When taking risks, you must be aware that it may cost you your life.


What else can I say? That's a hell of a price (damn)
There's not much else to say. The risk is high.


I don't under 'cause I over-stand
I don't just understand, I fully comprehend.


No time for mistakes, so I over-plan
I don't have time for errors, so I plan excessively.


I'm in the club like what?
I'm in the club, like, what's up?


Four-five with me, and I'm a stay thuggin' 'til the feds come get me (oh, oh, oh)
I have a .45 caliber gun with me and I will continue to act tough until the authorities apprehend me.


Hey, hey, this is how we play
This is how we do things.


When we roll up to the club high, sittin' on twenty treys
Arriving at the club riding in a vehicle with large rims while high.


Hop out like we fabulous
Exuding confidence and style when exiting the car.


Top models grabbin' us
Attractive models approaching us.


They love them go gettas, only in America
They love those who are ambitious and driven, only in America.


Put D on chicks like Wallace
Giving girls drugs, like Howard 'Pudding' Wallace, who was known for drugging girls in the 1970's.


Turn 'em forward now, they can have all this
Turning them on to his drug-fueled lifestyle.


Can't deny it when you see the wheels spinnin'
You can't deny that we're doing well, the rims are spinning.


Boy Kells out the coupe in Miami white linen
R. Kelly exiting a car in Miami, wearing white linen clothing.


Chips big spendin', walk up out the club with a shit load of women
Spending a lot of money and leaving the club with many women.


Soon as I see what I like I'ma get it
Without hesitation, I will pursue what I desire.


I'ma get it, ooh, I'ma get it
Reiterating that he will get what he wants.


Go getta (ayy), go getta (ayy), go getta (yeah)
Continue to hustle and chase your dreams.


You know we trap all day (oh), we play all night (oh)
We hustle all day and party all night, it's our lifestyle.


This is the life of a, the life of a (ayy)
This is how we live, this is who we are.


Go getta (ayy), go getta (ayy), go getta (yeah)
We're go-getters, we're never complacent and always chasing success.


We in the club, you see a bad bitch, point her out (oh)
If you notice an attractive woman in the club, let us know.


Yeah, you damn right I'ma (ayy)
Yes, I will approach her with intention.


Go getta (ayy), go getta (ayy), go getta (yeah)
We're unstoppable and always striving for more.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Robert Kelly, Johnny Jackson, Andrew Harr, Jay Jenkins, Kevin Cossom, Tanya Jones, Allan Felder, Norman Harris, Jermaine Jackson

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@winnerbase2468

Despite Kelly’s issues , You can never run away from the fact that he is a musical genius 💯

@taylorcros8058

Hell nah

@malcolmxpanther

Yet you clicked on the song

@taylorcros8058

@Go Home Roger I clicked on the song because I thought the song sounded good but I didn't know r Kelly sing this song until I clicked on it so zip it

@nolimitdeuce

Fr 💯

@liamcarpenter6277

@Taylor Cros bro said “zip it” 💀

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@stanleymoumolua1446

I am happy the fact that I grew up in great rap era. This is when music was soul.

@MMWorldTv

2nd that. 🏆

@joshr8057

greatest era ever
15 inch subs and 24 inch rims.

@alphagerudo6242

I'm 34 chick and same I'm on a roll either these backyard bangers from 2000's I say backyard because I'm in the Bible belt then when I drove through Memphis and Birmingham to Panama city at 21 hearing hella bangers on yalls standard radio stations I was 🤯🎶

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