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.
If They Knew
Rick Ross Lyrics
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Sweet but sad (but said), I don't know love ruins a relationship
It will never last but it feels so good, guess I gotta deal with it
This is so all bad, this is so all bad
Got me messin' 'round with you
You got me messin' 'round with you
Out here messin' 'round with you
What you gon' do? (What you gon' do?)
Baby if they knew?
I'm a G, she say the pain runs deep
But she can't run from me
I'm in these streets with the killers, thugs, and drug dealers
100 Mil' plus, in trucks with no ceilings
Fuck who don't feel it, I'm feelin' like I'm the realest
Biggest boss in the business and really that's to infinite (to infinite)
What we doin' wrong but it feels right
Can't discuss what we did the whole night
Won't be the last time, on my cash line
Duffel bags so accountant is the past time
And for the last time, I'm not a bad guy
I just like what I like, now shorty act right
Small waist, red weaves
Black car, keep it flyer than them Red Wings
Nightmares, day dreams
She the one, listen how she say things
This is so all bad, nothin' good can come from this
Sweet but sad (but said), I don't know love ruins a relationship
It will never last but it feels so good, guess I gotta deal with it
This is so all bad, this is so all bad
Got me messin' 'round with you
You got me messin' 'round with you
Out here messin' 'round with you
What you gon' say? (What you gon' say?)
What you gon' do? (What you gon' do?)
Baby if they knew?
She in love with the life, champagne and all the light
Chanel sneakers and scarves, I want you to be my wife
We can run around the world and tuck with no fear
G4, G5, whole team here
Call ourselves friends, but we holdin' hands
Got a lot of questions, am I a controllin' man?
I run the streets but I'm well known in Japan
As a G, the boss, the money coming fast
She from a lovin' home, I'm from a troubled home
One bedroom, didn't have a telephone
Now I'm on the corner, time to get my hustle on
Women recognize, and now I got a couple of 'em
Speedin' in the Beemer then I got a Range
She not a side chick, she all in my lane
She a quiet chick, may let her see some things
I'm catchin' feelin's for her, she take away the pain
Got me messin' 'round with you
You got me messin' 'round with you
Out here messin' 'round with you
What you gon' say? (What you gon' say?)
What you gon' do? (What you gon' do?)
Baby if they knew?
Life amazin', wake up in new places
Big faces stuffed in suitcases
Played the hand I was dealt, few aces
Now the bedroom suite is too spacious
Niggas wanna kill me but I put 'em on pause
Broke motherfuckers better bow to the boss
I'm gettin' high, I'm above the law
Gettin' down and dirty, makin' love to her
Please believe in niggas that's still schemin'
But the ghost that floats the 4 Seasons
To love me baby is too easy
But what I need you to do is just believe me
She got the Range Rover, I was cool with it
Been the land, cruisin' girl I went to school in it
Green Goyard bag, it got the tool in it
Every time we fuck I act a fool in it
Got me messin' 'round with you
You got me messin' 'round with you
Out here messin' 'round with you
What you gon' say? (What you gon' say?)
What you gon' do? (What you gon' do?)
Baby if they knew? Wow oh oh
Baby if they knew? Wow oh oh
The song “If They Knew” by Rick Ross feat. K.Michelle is about an unexpected romantic relationship. The intro suggests that the relationship is not going to end well - "This is so all bad, nothin' good can come from this / Sweet but sad (but said), I don't know love ruins a relationship / It will never last but it feels so good, guess I gotta deal with it." Despite this, both the artists find themselves tangled up in the relationship and can’t resist the temptation to continue. There is an argument that the song has an element of infidelity, hinted at with the lines "What we doin' wrong but it feels right / Can't discuss what we did the whole night / Won't be the last time, on my cash line."
Throughout the song, both artists seem to be aware of potential judgement from others, and have a constant fear of people knowing about their relationship, as highlighted in the chorus - "What you gon' say? / What you gon' do? / Baby if they knew?" Rick Ross speaks about the lavish lifestyle they live but also explains his background, suggesting that insecurities around his background and his own actions are part of what fuels the fear of judgment from others. K.Michelle is the voice of emotional vulnerability in the music, speaking about how easily someone can fall in love and how quickly it can lead to pain.
In summary, the song "If They Knew" by Rick Ross feat. K.Michelle is an emotional piece that describes the turmoil of a risky relationship. The song discusses infidelity, lavish lifestyles, feelings of love, and the fear of judgment.
Line by Line Meaning
This is so all bad, nothin' good can come from this
This situation is entirely negative and nothing positive can result from it
Sweet but sad (but said), I don't know love ruins a relationship
Although there is some sweetness in the relationship, it is ultimately sad and love may be the cause of its failure
It will never last but it feels so good, guess I gotta deal with it
The relationship may not have a future, but it is enjoyable in the moment and must be accepted for what it is
Got me messin' 'round with you
I am engaging in inappropriate behavior with you
What you gon' say? (What you gon' say?)
What are you going to say to others about our actions?
What you gon' do? (What you gon' do?)
What actions will you take regarding our behavior?
Baby if they knew?
What would happen if others knew about our actions?
I'm a G, she say the pain runs deep
I am a gangster, and my partner says that she feels deeply connected to me
But she can't run from me
Despite any pain or discomfort, she cannot stay away from me
I'm in these streets with the killers, thugs, and drug dealers
I am part of the dangerous lifestyle of gangsters, violent people, and drug traffickers
100 Mil' plus, in trucks with no ceilings
I have over one hundred million dollars and ride in trucks without ceilings
What we doin' wrong but it feels right
We are engaging in behavior that is considered inappropriate or immoral, but still feels enjoyable
Can't discuss what we did the whole night
I cannot disclose the activities we participated in throughout the night
Won't be the last time, on my cash line
Our actions will likely happen again, and my wealth is a factor in the situation
Duffel bags so accountant is the past time
I carry large sums of money in duffel bags and need an accountant to handle it all
And for the last time, I'm not a bad guy
I want to make it clear that I am not a bad person
I just like what I like, now shorty act right
I am simply fond of what I enjoy and want my partner to comply with my desires
She the one, listen how she say things
My partner is important to me, and I value how she communicates
She in love with the life, champagne and all the light
My partner is enamored with the luxuries and extravagances of our lifestyle
Chanel sneakers and scarves, I want you to be my wife
I desire for my partner to become my wife, despite our current situation
We can run around the world and tuck with no fear
We can travel worldwide without worry or fear of danger
Call ourselves friends, but we holdin' hands
Although we refer to ourselves as friends, we engage in intimate activities together
Got a lot of questions, am I a controllin' man?
I have doubts about whether I have a tendency to control my partner
Life amazin', wake up in new places
Life is amazing, waking up in new, exciting locations
Big faces stuffed in suitcases
Carrying large amounts of cash in suitcases
Played the hand I was dealt, few aces
I took advantage of the situation given to me, despite having few advantages
Now the bedroom suite is too spacious
My bedroom is now very large and luxurious
Niggas wanna kill me but I put 'em on pause
People want to harm me, but I have prevented them from doing so
Broke motherfuckers better bow to the boss
People who are poor should respect and submit to me, the boss
Gettin' down and dirty, makin' love to her
Engaging in intimate activity with my partner
Please believe in niggas that's still schemin'
Beware of people who are still trying to deceive or manipulate
But the ghost that floats the 4 Seasons
I am like a ghost who moves freely and secretly within the 4 Seasons hotel
To love me baby is too easy
Loving me is simple and effortless for my partner
But what I need you to do is just believe me
I need my partner to trust and believe in me
Every time we fuck I act a fool in it
I become very wild and uninhibited during our intimate moments
Baby if they knew? Wow oh oh
What would happen if others knew about our actions?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Kimberly Michelle Pate, WILLIAM LEONARD ROBERTS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@picassomicasso1
Gotta respect Ross for consistently putting out hits 10yrs straight.
@BicJack
Word!
@ThePrettypoison88
Agreed!!
@HASSAN_SMITH_made_in_AMERICA
4real doe
@myview1263
Bauss
@thekingblues5779
Respect
@lillianflowers7540
Love the energy with these 2 in this song. I hope they make many more vids! #freemeekmill !!!
@shadilarkking1483
This song always driving me crazy,can't stop listening 🔥🔥🔥
@Noelle.Tyler90
I love K Michelle's voice. This is a very good collaboration. Well done Rick Ross!
@williamholland4163
💪🏾💯🎯🔥🔥🔥