William Leonard Roberts II was born in Coahoma County, Mississippi and raised in Carol City, Florida, near Miami After graduating from Carol City Senior High School, he later attended the historically black college Albany State University in Albany, Georgia.
After being signed to Suave House Records, former label for rap duo 8Ball & MJG, he eventually signed a deal with Slip-n-Slide Records, which has been under the Def Jam umbrella since 2006. While signed to Slip-n-Slide, Ross toured with fellow rapper Trick Daddy and made guest performances on other Slip-n-Slide rap albums
His debut album Port of Miami was released in August 2006 and debuted at the top spot on the Billboard 200 album chart, with sales at 187,000 units after its first week
In March 2008, his second album Trilla was released and, as its predecessor Port of Miami had, debuted at the top of the Billboard 200.[8] Its lead single "Speedin'" featuring R. Kelly peaked at #121 on the Billboard Hot 100; the next one, "The Boss" featuring T-Pain peaked at #17 on the Hot 100. The third single "Here I Am" featured Nelly and Avery Storm
Deeper Than Rap is the third studio album by American rapper Rick Ross, released April 21, 2009 on his label Maybach Music Group and Slip-n-Slide Records, with distribution from Def Jam Recordings. The album debuted at number one on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart, selling 158,000 copies its first week. Singles from the album were: Mafia Music, Maybach Music II, Magnificent, & All I Really Want.
Teflon Don is the fourth studio album by American rapper Rick Ross, released July 20, 2010 on Maybach Music Group and Def Jam Recordings. Production for the album took place during 2009 to 2010 and was handled by several record producers, including Clark Kent, No I.D., The Olympicks, J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League, Lex Luger, Danja, The Inkredibles, The Remedy, and Kanye West
The album debuted at number two on the US Billboard 200 chart, selling 176,300 copies in its first week. It attained some international charting and produced three singles with moderate Billboard chart success. Upon its release, Teflon Don received generally positive reviews from most music critics, earning praise for its cinematic production and Ross's lyrical persona.
Ross has signed Pill, Meek Mill, & Wale to his label Maybach Music Group. In 2010 Rick Ross made an offer to rapper Wiz Khalifa to sign to Maybach Music Group but he decided to sign with Atlantic instead.
Ashamed
Rick Ross Lyrics
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Inherit no riches, Jehovah's my witness
Physical fitness, home economics
In the kitchen digital scales producing the product
Cut the noose off my neck, black runaway slave
In the coupe with the tec, it's the home of the brave
They wanna know names, they toting them thangs
Never wanted the fame, just wanted the range
She stayed in a rage, hated minimum wage
I'm feeling the same, all these criminals paid
Wearing Bally's and gold, I'm selling dope shameless to say
And maybe one day I could put this pain away
Until then I'mma be a d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
I'm ashamed to say
Until then I'mma be a d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
(Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, what you've done)
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
(Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, what you've done)
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
Before I was a fetus, had the genes of a leader
I mean look at my features, educated my teachers
I was calling them plays, you were still in the bleachers
Booby gave me the game, change to give me some sneakers
Now I'm roaming the block, car missing the top
Meaning missing a roof, hope you listening y'all
I was dealt a few blows, I felt a few lows
Even shed a few tears, I travelled that road
Went from walking on gravel, now I'm riding on vogues
50M's in the bank, I get me 200, I'm gone
Still so close to the hood, I'm ashamed to say
All the money in the world can't take this pain away
It's just another story at the campfire
Court side seats with the franchise
I think about my niggas doing 25
Shining bright, who am I for you to criticize?
(Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, what you've done)
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
(Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, what you've done)
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
I'm smoking psychedelics, I hustle like a felon
Hottest record label, but still in all I'm chilling
Not a crack in my voice, this young nigga so poise
First you stack you some money, then go to war with them boys
Anybody can get it, hand his man some tissues
Better ring the alarm, cause we bringing them pistols
Have her singing them songs, speaking on sensitive issues
These emotional niggas, and most of them killas
They moving in silence, but they follow your Twitters
These the games that they play, they study your Instagram pictures
See I live by the code, that the mafia wrote
When he ran his mouth, me I rather smoke
I'd rather listen, he had to ask permission
I had to make a way, I had to act commission
Until the day I'm slain, the commission remains
Now I'm worth over a billion, I'm ashamed to say
(Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, what you've done)
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
(Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, what you've done)
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
In the song "Ashamed" by Rick Ross, the artist acknowledges his past as a drug dealer and expresses his shame in his actions. The lyrics indicate the sense of guilt he feels even after achieving success and wealth. The opening lines, "Got on my darkest shades, this man is made. Inherit no riches, Jehovah's my witness" set up the context of Ross's tough beginnings and his reliance on religion to guide him through it. The following lines, "Physical fitness, home economics. In the kitchen digital scales producing the product" indicate the measures he took to enter the drug business while also highlighting his domestic skills.
Ross goes on to describe his escape from the trade, "Cut the noose off my neck, black runaway slave. In the coupe with the tec, it's the home of the brave." The lyrics get more personal as he describes his motivation for entering the drug trade in the first place, "Never wanted the fame, just wanted the range. I needed some change, mama needed a raise. She stayed in a rage, hated minimum wage." He admits, "I'm ashamed to say, all these criminals paid... and maybe one day I could put this pain away."
The song is a reflection of Ross's past and the impact it has had on his present. It is an honest portrayal of his struggles with guilt and shame, a sentiment that is not often explored in mainstream hip-hop. It is an insightful commentary on the cost of success and the price one pays for their past decisions.
Line by Line Meaning
Got on my darkest shades, this man is made
I'm wearing my sunglasses to hide my pain and struggles that have made me the man I am today.
Inherit no riches, Jehovah's my witness
I wasn't born into wealth or privilege, but I have faith in God to guide me.
Physical fitness, home economics
I work hard to stay in shape and make smart financial decisions.
In the kitchen digital scales producing the product
I'm using digital scales in the kitchen to weigh and distribute the drugs I'm selling.
Cut the noose off my neck, black runaway slave
I've overcome the pressure of society and the injustice faced by black people, like a runaway slave cutting the noose around my neck.
In the coupe with the tec, it's the home of the brave
I'm in my car with a Technological Equipment Controller (tec) and staying brave in a dangerous environment.
They wanna know names, they toting them thangs
People are asking for the names of who I'm working with, and they're carrying weapons.
Never wanted the fame, just wanted the range
I never aimed for fame, I just wanted financial freedom.
I needed some change, mama needed a raise
I wanted to make some money to support myself and give my mother a raise from her low-paying job.
She stayed in a rage, hated minimum wage
My mother was angry and unhappy with the low pay she received from her job.
I'm feeling the same, all these criminals paid
I feel the same struggle as my mother, but I see criminals making more money than us.
Wearing Bally's and gold, I'm selling dope shameless to say
I'm wearing expensive Bally shoes and gold jewelry, but I'm shamefully selling drugs to make a living.
And maybe one day I could put this pain away
I hope to overcome my struggles and find a way out of this lifestyle.
Until then I'mma be a d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
Until then, I'll continue to be a drug dealer, and I'm ashamed to admit it.
Before I was a fetus, had the genes of a leader
Even before I was born, I had the traits of a natural leader.
I mean look at my features, educated my teachers
My appearance and intelligence set me apart from my peers and even educated my teachers.
I was calling them plays, you were still in the bleachers
I was making moves and taking initiative, while others were just sitting on the sidelines.
Booby gave me the game, changed to give me some sneakers
A mentor named Booby taught me the game (of drug dealing), and even gave me new sneakers to show his support.
Now I'm roaming the block, car missing the top
I'm driving around the neighborhood in my convertible car with the roof missing.
Meaning missing a roof, hope you listening y'all
The roof of my car is missing, and I hope people are paying attention to me as I drive by.
I was dealt a few blows, I felt a few lows
I've faced a few setbacks and difficult times in my life.
Even shed a few tears, I travelled that road
I've even cried during my struggles, but I've persevered through it all.
Went from walking on gravel, now I'm riding on vogues
I used to walk on the rough, uneven ground (symbolized by gravel), but now I'm driving on VOGUE tires, which represent luxury and success.
50M's in the bank, I get me 200, I'm gone
I have 50 million dollars in my bank account, and if I can make 200 million, I'll leave this lifestyle behind.
Still so close to the hood, I'm ashamed to say
Even though I've achieved financial success, I'm still rooted in the neighborhood where I came from, and I'm ashamed to admit it.
All the money in the world can't take this pain away
No matter how much money I make, I can't escape the internal pain and struggles I've faced.
It's just another story at the campfire
My life and experiences are just another story to be told, like those shared around a campfire.
Court side seats with the franchise
I have prime seats during basketball games, sitting courtside next to team owners and executives.
I think about my niggas doing 25
I often think about my friends who are serving long prison sentences (25 years).
Shining bright, who am I for you to criticize?
I'm living an extravagant lifestyle and might seem like an easy target for criticism, but who am I for others to judge?
I'm smoking psychedelics, I hustle like a felon
I'm using drugs to cope with my problems and still working hard like a convicted criminal.
Hottest record label, but still in all I'm chilling
I'm part of a successful music record label, but at the end of the day, I'm still just relaxing and taking life as it comes.
Not a crack in my voice, this young nigga so poise
I'm confident and composed in my demeanor, with no cracks or weakness in my voice.
First you stack you some money, then go to war with them boys
I prioritize making money first, and then I'm ready to take on any challenges or enemies that come my way.
Anybody can get it, hand his man some tissues
I'm not afraid to take on anyone, and they should be prepared to cry (symbolized by tissues) if they cross me.
Better ring the alarm, cause we bringing them pistols
People should be warned and ready for anything, because we're carrying weapons (pistols).
Have her singing them songs, speaking on sensitive issues
I'm influential enough to have women singing and talking about issues that are important to me.
These emotional niggas, and most of them killas
Many men in my circle are emotional and prone to violence.
They moving in silence, but they follow your Twitters
My associates move discreetly and quietly, but they still keep up with my social media posts.
These the games that they play, they study your Instagram pictures
People are always watching and analyzing my social media posts, trying to learn more about me and my lifestyle.
See I live by the code, that the mafia wrote
I follow the same code of ethics as the Italian mafia.
When he ran his mouth, me I rather smoke
If someone talks too much, I'd rather smoke (kill) them than continue listening to them.
I'd rather listen, he had to ask permission
I prefer to listen and be respectful, and I expect others to ask my permission before taking action.
I had to make a way, I had to act commission
I had to find a way to succeed and take charge (act commission) in order to overcome my obstacles.
Until the day I'm slain, the commission remains
Even if I die, my legacy and code of ethics will still be alive and influential.
Now I'm worth over a billion, I'm ashamed to say
Despite my tremendous financial success, I still feel ashamed of my past as a drug dealer.
(Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, what you've done)
Repetition of the chorus emphasizing the theme of shame and regret over past actions and lifestyle.
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
I'll continue to be a drug dealer, and I'm still ashamed to admit it.
(Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, what you've done)
Repetition of the chorus emphasizing the theme of shame and regret over past actions and lifestyle.
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
I'll continue to be a drug dealer, and I'm still ashamed to admit it.
Lyrics © Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada (SOCAN), Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: RICK ROSS, ANDRE LYON, JEAN ROUSSEL, MARCELLO VALENZANO, ANTHONY GEORGE CHALK, WILSON PICKETT JR, MARTY SIMON
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Alexandru Nechifor
[Intro]
Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, what you've done
Welcome to the home of the brave (Maybach Music)
Rozay ugh
Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, I am shameless, what you've done
So self made
I can still count a mill' without a money machine nigga
[Verse 1]
Got on my darkest shades, this man is made
Inherit no riches, Jehovah's my witness
Physical fitness, home economics
In the kitchen digital scales producin' the product
Cut the noose off my neck, black runaway slave
In the coupe with the Tec, it's the home of the brave
They wanna know names, they totin' on thangs
Never wanted the fame, just wanted a Range
I needed some change, mama needed a raise
She stayed in a rage, hated minimum wage
I'm feelin' the same, all these criminals paid
Wearing Bally's and gold, I'm sellin' dope shameless to say
And maybe one day I could put this pain away
Until then I'mma be a d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
I'm ashamed to say
Until then I'mma be a d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
Alexandru Nechifor
[Intro]
Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, what you've done
Welcome to the home of the brave (Maybach Music)
Rozay ugh
Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, I am shameless, what you've done
So self made
I can still count a mill' without a money machine nigga
[Verse 1]
Got on my darkest shades, this man is made
Inherit no riches, Jehovah's my witness
Physical fitness, home economics
In the kitchen digital scales producin' the product
Cut the noose off my neck, black runaway slave
In the coupe with the Tec, it's the home of the brave
They wanna know names, they totin' on thangs
Never wanted the fame, just wanted a Range
I needed some change, mama needed a raise
She stayed in a rage, hated minimum wage
I'm feelin' the same, all these criminals paid
Wearing Bally's and gold, I'm sellin' dope shameless to say
And maybe one day I could put this pain away
Until then I'mma be a d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
I'm ashamed to say
Until then I'mma be a d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
[Hook]
Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, what you've done
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, I am shameless, what you've done
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
[Verse 2]
Before I was a fetus, had the genes of a leader
I mean look at my features, educated my teachers
I was callin' them plays, you were still in the bleaches
Boobie gave me the game, change to give me some sneakers
Now I'm roamin' the block, car missin' the top
Meanin' missin' a roof, hope you listenin' y'all
I was dealt a few blows, I felt a few lows
Even shed a few tears, I traveled that road
Went from walkin' on gravel, now I'm ridin' on vogues
50M's in the bank, I get me 200, I'm gone
Still so close to the hood, I'm ashamed to say
All the money in the world can't take this pain away
It's just another story at the campfire
Court side seats with the franchise
I think about my niggas doin' 25
Shinin' bright, who am I for you to criticize?
[Hook]
Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, what you've done
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, I am shameless, what you've done
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
[Verse 3]
I'm smokin' psychedelics, I hustle like a felon
Hottest record label, but still in all I'm chillin'
Not a crack in my voice, this young nigga so poised
First I stack some money, then go to war with them boys
Anybody can get it, hand his mammy some tissue
Better ring the alarm, cause we bringin' them pistols
Have them singin' them songs, speakin' on sensitive issues
These emotional niggas, and most of them killas
They movin' in silence, but they follow your Twitters
These the games that they play, they study your Instagram pictures
See I live by the code that the mafia wrote
When he ran his mouth, me I'd rather smoke
I'd rather listen, he had to ask permission
I had to make a way, I had to act commission
Until this day I'm slain, the commission remains
Net worth over a billion, I'm ashamed to say
[Hook]
Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, what you've done
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, I am shameless, what you've done
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
Until then I'mma be the d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
Eagle fly
Very under rated song
c. maina
true great song
Harold Kuamadio
This song is underrated
tajhurley82
So underrated
Bee Gizzle
dawg thats so much reality bruh!!
shonuff617
One of the Best songs on the album
Floyd Hilliard
one of my favorite songs
Alexandru Nechifor
[Intro]
Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, what you've done
Welcome to the home of the brave (Maybach Music)
Rozay ugh
Honey, it's shameless
Shameless, I am shameless, what you've done
So self made
I can still count a mill' without a money machine nigga
[Verse 1]
Got on my darkest shades, this man is made
Inherit no riches, Jehovah's my witness
Physical fitness, home economics
In the kitchen digital scales producin' the product
Cut the noose off my neck, black runaway slave
In the coupe with the Tec, it's the home of the brave
They wanna know names, they totin' on thangs
Never wanted the fame, just wanted a Range
I needed some change, mama needed a raise
She stayed in a rage, hated minimum wage
I'm feelin' the same, all these criminals paid
Wearing Bally's and gold, I'm sellin' dope shameless to say
And maybe one day I could put this pain away
Until then I'mma be a d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
I'm ashamed to say
Until then I'mma be a d-boy, I'm ashamed to say
AEOM18&S
Best record Ross has ever cut!
Rasheid G
Damn this is Real music