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.
It's My Time
Rick Ross Lyrics
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It's my time (Finna' lay back on this shit man)
(Dade County dope boy)
I'm not a slim thug, I'm a fat mack
I don't give a fuck, I'll push ya hat back
Still sellin dubs, nigga, that's fact
You can hit me on the cell pimp, that's that
Ten years later time for me to cash out
You dealin wit a dope dealin dictator
Fuck trafficking nigga, I get this shit catered
See the clip tailored, only the Coogi shit
I fucks wit Damon, I'm in the movies kid
My mom reminisce on the late nights
When I used to reel 'em in with the straight white
'96, Seventeen with a lil' Beamer
First foreign car far from a lil' dreamer
Daddy severed his relationships
I think momma quit him 'cause he wasn't makin shit
Who ever thought that I'd make it rich?
The bottom of the barrel, with a bucket of Crys'
I'm tellin you man life a funny thing
You ain't a dope by 'til yo ass got a gun and chain
It's my time (It's my time, yeah, oh)
It's my time (I'm gonna shine, I'm gonna shine)
It's my time
Ain't rappin I'm talkin, ain't talkin I'm scrappin
Ain't scrappin, I'm shootin, they just askin what happened
Ain't shoot then I'm shot, ain't shot then I'm shootin
I ain't caught by the cops, fuck the cops I'm eluding
Ain't hearin the sirens, but I'm seeing the sirens
Ain't seeing the sirens, why am I being so violent?
That's in the nature of being a nigga
Being beat down, then able to get up
Being let down, then able to sit up
Be the false charge, a nigga acquit it
I ain't hating on ya, dog I pray for ya
Be safe, I heard they got a case for ya
Be straight, stay away from them fake lawyers
You'll be working for the state like you they laywers
Stay loyal, your time will come
For you to be free and shine like the sun
I'm so blessed, to be in this position
Holdin on my .45 listenin to every whisper
I'm so blessed, to be in this position
Holdin on my .45 listenin to every whisper
It's my time (It's my time, yeah, oh)
It's my time (I'm gonna shine, I'm gonna shine)
It's my time
Other niggaz sleep, I'm on my job
Soon as cats get 'laxed, I'm going hard
That's the rules of the game for the underdog
Every wonder dog, long as I been going off (Ross)
I left it in Gods hands
Block told me once, "Ross, this is God's plan"
I'm like "aw, man", a man run a label like "Amen"
Sign a Ray Charles, I could see it all
A lot of undercover agents wanna see me fall
See me fell, in the hell of shells
Expired, no liar, I live the tale
I look forward to working with all the real niggaz
I look forward to looking back on drug dealing
I look forward to making my momma smile once
Look forward, just know I'm smoking them loud blunts
Eight-hundred an ounce, while you running ya mouth
I'm loading the guns... Who running the South?
I'm on ya porch, knocking at ya front door
I got my money right nigga, and I want war
It's my time (It's my time, yeah, oh)
It's my time (I'm gonna shine, I'm gonna shine)
It's my time (Yeah-yeah-yeah)
It's my time (There'll be no stopping me)
(There'll be no stopping me now)
The song "It's My Time" by Rick Ross featuring Lyfe Jennings is a testament to the struggles and success of the rapper. The Intro sees Lyfe Jennings announcing that it's Ross's time to shine, as he launches into a verse about his experiences in the drug trade. He details how he had to pawn his chain and grab a half-ounce to survive, but now he's making bank. Ross boasts about living life on his terms and climbing his way up from the bottom of the barrel. He addresses the violence that he's had to face and the dangerous nature of his job. Later, he talks about being blessed to be in his current position, holding on to his .45 and listening to every whisper.
Lyfe Jameel Jennings is an American R&B and soul singer-songwriter, record producer, and instrumentalist. Jennings garnered attention after signing to Columbia Records/Gospel as a teenager in the early 2000s. He has released six studio albums to date. Rick Ross, on the other hand, is a rapper, entrepreneur, and record executive from the United States. Ross has released 10 studio albums as a solo artist over the course of his career.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm not a slim thug, I'm a fat mack
I am not a slim and subtle man; I am big and bold.
I don't give a fuck, I'll push ya hat back
I am not afraid and will fight anyone who comes my way.
Still sellin dubs, nigga, that's fact
I am proud to sell small quantities of drugs.
You can hit me on the cell pimp, that's that
If you want to buy from me, call me on my phone.
I had to pawn my chain and grab a half ounce
I had to sell something valuable to get the money to buy drugs.
Ten years later time for me to cash out
After selling drugs for a decade, it is finally time for me to make my fortune.
You dealin wit a dope dealin dictator
I am a powerful drug dealer.
Fuck trafficking nigga, I get this shit catered
I am so successful that I don't have to worry about drug trafficking.
See the clip tailored, only the Coogi shit
I wear only the best and most expensive clothing.
I fucks wit Damon, I'm in the movies kid
I am friends with a famous movie producer.
My mom reminisce on the late nights
My mother remembers how hard I had to work to be successful.
When I used to reel 'em in with the straight white
I used to sell drugs directly to users.
'96, Seventeen with a lil' Beamer
I bought my first expensive car when I was just 17 years old.
First foreign car far from a lil' dreamer
My first expensive car proved that my dreams were becoming a reality.
Daddy severed his relationships
My father stopped talking to some of his friends.
I think momma quit him 'cause he wasn't makin shit
My mother left my father because he wasn't making enough money.
Who ever thought that I'd make it rich?
Nobody thought I could ever be wealthy.
The bottom of the barrel, with a bucket of Crys'
I was once poor and now I can afford to drink expensive champagne.
I'm tellin you man... Life a funny thing
Life can be unpredictable and strange.
You ain't a dope by 'til yo ass got a gun and chain
Being a drug dealer is not official until you have a gun and a chain around your neck.
Ain't rappin I'm talkin, ain't talkin I'm scrappin
I don't just talk about violence - I will fight.
Ain't scrappin, I'm shootin, they just askin what happened
If there is a problem, I will not hesitate to use my gun.
Ain't shoot then I'm shot, ain't shot then I'm shootin
If someone shoots at me, I will shoot back.
I ain't caught by the cops, fuck the cops I'm eluding
I am not afraid of getting caught and will run from the cops if necessary.
Ain't hearin the sirens, but I'm seeing the sirens
I can see the police car lights flashing in the distance.
Ain't seeing the sirens, why am I being so violent?
Why am I feeling so angry and defensive even when I don't see the police?
That's in the nature of being a nigga
My race and experiences as a black man have shaped my personality and attitude.
Being beat down, then able to get up
Despite the struggles I have faced, I am able to persevere and rise above them.
Being let down, then able to sit up
Even when I feel disappointed, I am strong enough to keep going.
Be the false charge, a nigga acquit it
I have been accused of things I didn't do and have been found not guilty.
I ain't hating on ya, dog I pray for ya
I don't hate you, I hope for the best for you.
Be safe, I heard they got a case for ya
I hope you stay safe because I heard that the police are looking for you.
Be straight, stay away from them fake lawyers
Make sure you work with a real and trustworthy lawyer.
You'll be working for the state like you they laywers
If you don't have a good lawyer, you might end up working for the government.
Stay loyal, your time will come...
Stay true to your beliefs and values, and your success will come eventually.
For you to be free and shine like the sun
You will be successful and happy one day.
I'm so blessed, to be in this position
I am grateful for my current success and state in life.
Holdin on my .45 listenin to every whisper...
I am holding my gun and paying close attention to everything around me.
Eight-hundred an ounce, while you running ya mouth
I am making a lot of money while you are just talking.
I'm loading the guns... Who running the South?
I am getting ready for a fight and am the most powerful person in the southern region.
I'm on ya porch, knocking at ya front door
I am coming to confront you directly.
I got my money right nigga, and I want war
I am wealthy and powerful enough to go to war if necessary.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Lyfe Jennings, William Roberts, Jermaine Jackson, Andrew Harr, Elvin Prince, Johnny Mollings, Leonard Mollings
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