He dropped out of his studies of mechanical engineering at Tuskegee University in order to concentrate on music. With a few demo releases, he was noticed by producer Polow da Don. Rich Boy then signed a contract with Zone 4 through Interscope Records in 2006 and started to work on his debut album. In the meantime, he made guest appearances on one of Ludacris' Disturbing tha Peace compilations and on a few mix tapes, such as Comeback Season by Canadian rapper Drake and Da Bottom, Vol. 5 by DJ Ideal and Jermaine Dupri. On March 13, 2007, Rich Boy released his self-titled debut album and with the success of his hit singles "Throw Some D's," "Boy Looka Here," "Good Things," and "Let's Get This Paper," the album went on to be certified Gold by the RIAA.
His second album will be entitled 5 Million. He said in an interview with djbooth.net that the first single will be released in the summer and indeed, the title will be 5 Million. However, the album title was recently reported as being changed to Buried Alive.
Get To Poppin Version
Rich Boy Lyrics
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[Chorus]
When niggas get to poppin
Get get down, get get g-get get down (down)
Get down, g-g-g-g-get down
When niggas get to poppin
Playas, pimps, dem hoes, dey be callin'
Microphone check (check), one (one), two (two), four (four)
Who? Da fourth is you
I shut da whole block down like motherfuckin' P.D.
Niggas wanna be me, dey friends come and see me
Crack, rock, da block is hot
Dem niggas hate'n on me for da hoes dat I got
But I ain't even trippin' off a trick as bit
Cause y'all motherfuckers ain't hittin' off shit
Broke ass nigga, joke ass nigga
Mess around and be a little smoke ass nigga
Rich Boy chillin'
Polo chillin'
What mo' can I say, we bout millions
That's what we get, we got it good
And you know we in yo hood
[Chorus]
Dem boys stillin', dem boys dealin'
Up in da hood, dem boys killin'
I'm cold, put ya sweaters on like lil' Charlie Brown
I got enough rounds to lay da whole place down
35-thousand dollar watch, 100-thousand dollar drop
3-million dollar spot
One, two, it don't stop, bitch
Getcha money hustle up
Bubble 10 double up
You a motherfuckin' squirrel tryna get a nut (nut)
From top to bottom, dem hoes, I got em
Don't ask me how, don't know who shot em
You snitch ass nigga, bitch ass nigga
Mess around, getcha self killed little nigga
[Chorus]
Rich boy chillin'
Polo chillin'
What more can I say, we bout millions
Dats what we get, we got it good
And you know we in yo hood
[Chorus]
When niggas get to poppin'
The song "Get to Poppin" by Rich Boy is a rap song that talks about the rapper's success and wealth. The lyrics depict Rich Boy as a wealthy and successful rapper who has everything he wants including money, cars, and fame. The chorus "When niggas get to poppin" means that when things get wild or intense, he will be there to take charge and control the situation.
The first verse talks about how Rich Boy shuts the whole block down like the police department. People want to be like him and his friends come to see him. He mentions the drug crack and how people hate him for the women he has. Despite this, he does not let it bother him.
The second verse talks about how people try to steal from him and how he is well-equipped to handle anyone trying to harm him. He mentions a $35,000 watch, a $100,000 car, and a $3 million home. He tells people to work hard and hustle to make money, unlike a "squirrel" trying to find a nut.
Overall, the song depicts the rapper as a wealthy and successful person who has it all. He is not shy about his success and his lyrics boast about how he is the one who controls the situation.
Line by Line Meaning
Here I come
Rich Boy is announcing his arrival
When niggas get to poppin
The hook of the song, referring to when things get heated in the streets
Get get down, get get g-get get down (down)
Encouragement to get down and take cover when things start to get dangerous
Get down, g-g-g-g-get down
Reiteration of the previous line
When niggas get to poppin
The hook again
Money, cars, stars, they be ballin'
Wealth and status symbols are on display and flaunted by some people
Playas, pimps, dem hoes, dey be callin'
People in these positions attract attention and interest, especially from women
Microphone check (check), one (one), two (two), four (four)
Rich Boy is testing the microphone before he begins rapping
Who? Da fourth is you
He counts up to four and includes the listener in the count
I shut da whole block down like motherfuckin' P.D.
Rich Boy is saying he has control and influence over his neighborhood, like the police department
Niggas wanna be me, dey friends come and see me
Rich Boy is popular and people want to be like him, or at least associate with him for the benefits it brings
Crack, rock, da block is hot
Drug-related activities are happening and the police are active in the area
Dem niggas hate'n on me for da hoes dat I got
Jealousy and envy from other men because of the women Rich Boy is with
But I ain't even trippin' off a trick as bit
Rich Boy doesn't care about what people think or say about him
Cause y'all motherfuckers ain't hittin' off shit
Rich Boy has it all and others don't compare
Broke ass nigga, joke ass nigga
Insults directed towards people who are poor or not serious
Mess around and be a little smoke ass nigga
A warning that actions have consequences, potentially even death
Rich Boy chillin'
Rich Boy is relaxed and content
Polo chillin'
He's wearing the Polo brand, which denotes wealth and status
What mo' can I say, we bout millions
Rich Boy is boasting about his wealth and success
That's what we get, we got it good
He's acknowledging his good fortune to have achieved success and wealth
And you know we in yo hood
Rich Boy is present in and representing his neighborhood
Dem boys stillin', dem boys dealin'
Illegal activities are still happening in the neighborhood, such as stealing and drug dealing
Up in da hood, dem boys killin'
The dangerous reality of violence in the neighborhood
I'm cold, put ya sweaters on like lil' Charlie Brown
Rich Boy is more ruthless and powerful than others, referencing the comic strip character
I got enough rounds to lay da whole place down
He has enough ammunition to take on anyone in the neighborhood
35-thousand dollar watch, 100-thousand dollar drop
Rich Boy is showcasing his expensive watch and car, further highlighting his wealth
3-million dollar spot
The value of his residence
One, two, it don't stop, bitch
His wealth and success will continue to grow
Getcha money hustle up
Encouragement to work hard and make money legally
Bubble 10 double up
Investing and making even more money quickly
You a motherfuckin' squirrel tryna get a nut (nut)
A derogatory comparison to someone who is struggling to make money
From top to bottom, dem hoes, I got em
Rich Boy has women who are attracted to him for his wealth and status
Don't ask me how, don't know who shot em
He's not willing to reveal the details of how he got these women or who his enemies are
You snitch ass nigga, bitch ass nigga
Insults directed towards someone who would betray their associates or someone who is cowardly
Mess around, getcha self killed little nigga
Warning that actions can have serious consequences, such as death
Rich boy chillin'
A reiteration that Rich Boy is relaxed and content
Polo chillin'
Another reference to his expensive clothing
What more can I say, we bout millions
Reitating his wealth and success
Dats what we get, we got it good
Once again acknowledging his good fortune
And you know we in yo hood
Once again acknowledging his presence and representating his neighborhood
When niggas get to poppin'
The final repetition of the hook, before the song ends
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: NAT ROBINSON, KIRK S ROBINSON, ABEEKU RIBEIRO, MARECE BENJAMIN RICHARDS, BRIAN KIDD, ROY C. HAMMOND
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@DeauxTheGreat1990
That "La Verdolaga" sample was perfectly done.
@abattles8651
Yea just wasted by someone who isnโt lyrical & or at least had an iq to develop a cadence for it
@sbstnmlmth
โ@@abattles8651una lรกstima escuchar tremendo beat y el sample de una canciรณn tan legendaria con una lรญrica tan pobre e intrascendente.
@SPARTON0Weezy
This Beat was FAR ahead of its time!
@youngshaun2004
This sample is nasty! Polo went crazy.
@abattles8651
Yea just wasted by someone who isnโt lyrical & or at least had an iq to develop a cadence for it
@user-ti3kr8dx9j
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@anthonybell2934
2024 Still ๐ฅ๐ฅ
@seasontheslap2287
2024 and this MF still knockin tough!!! ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ
@abattles8651
Yea just wasted by someone who isnโt lyrical & or at least had an iq to develop a cadence for it