Nobody
Rick Ross Feat. French Montana Lyrics
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These niggas is roaches
These niggas is mere motherfuckin' mortals
I'm tryna push you to supreme bein'
You don't wanna motherfuckin'
You don't wanna embrace your destiny
You wanna get by
You don't wanna go into the motherfuckin' dark
You can't handle the motherfuckin', the pain
Of the motherfuckin' not knowin' when the shit is gonna stop
Mama's tryna save me
But she don't know I'm tryna save her
Man, them niggas tried to play me
Man, 'til I got this paper
You're nobody 'til somebody kills you
"Blast for me" the last words from my nigga
On the pavement, born killers, body shivers
Drug money, dollar figures
Hustlers moving out of rentals, art of war is mental
Having sushi down in Nobu
Strapped like an Afghan soldier, nowhere to go to
So it's bang, no survivors
Only riders on my rider, murder rate rises
Stalkin' niggas on their IG's, never; I be
Still solo, Under Armour still Polo
No wire, on fire
My desire for fine things made me a liar, a shooter
Gettin' high feeling like it's voodoo
Nine lives, SK with the cooler
Makaveli in the 'Rari, still B-I double G, I, E
I pray you smoke with me
Go to bed with a kilo like Casino
Janet Reno, we all we got the creed to Nino
Pretty cars in the driveway
If you cut it then you sideways, double up, crime pays
Mama's tryna save me
But she don't know I'm tryna save her
Man, them niggas tried to play me
Man, 'til I got this paper
You're nobody 'til somebody kills you
You fuckin' wanna walk around with these niggas?
What the fuck is their culture?
Where the fuck is their souls at?
What defines you?
These niggas with these fuckin' silly looks on their faces
You wanna walk around with them or you wanna walk with God, nigga!
Make up your got damn mind!
I'm from where the streets test you
Niggas mix business and pleasure where the cocaine measure
The narcotics is our product
The by-product, you walk up on me, I cock it
New Mercedes as it peels off
Nothing penetrates the steel doors, gang signs, see 'em all
I said my prayer as I'm countin' sheep
Never really athletic, but I play for keeps, do you feel me?
The mortician, the morgue fillin' with more snitches
We kill 'em and taking their bitches, R.I.P
Chinchillas on a winter night
Black bottles when I'm feelin' like, you wanna know what winners like
And I'm never on that tour bus
Just a decoy for niggas, the PJ's for two of us
Ciroc boys down to die for Diddy
My niggas ride for less, keep it real, homie, made me filthy
Touch mine until it's even keel
Like I'm knowing every heathen will, closed the deal with Steven Hill
We Magic City of the networks
Cut a nigga cast off, how my nigga net worths
Mama's tryna save me
But she don't know I'm tryna save her
Man, them niggas tried to play me
Man, 'til I got this paper
You're nobody 'til somebody kills you
Fuck you wanna talk about?
Fuckin' jewelries and Bentley's and Hublot's
And fuckin' art that niggas ain't got on their fuckin' walls
And fuckin' mansions niggas ain't got
Niggas can't even pay the IRS, let alone their fuckin' staff, nigga
You gotta tell the truth, man
The truth'll set you free, son
The truth will set you free
In "Nobody," Rick Ross and French Montana reflect on their rise to fame, praising themselves for their achievements and acknowledging the sacrifices they have made to get to where they are. The song also touches on the harsh realities of the streets, the importance of loyalty, and the pressure that comes with success.
The opening lines set the tone for the song, with Ross addressing his audience as someone who is not ready to face the challenges of life. He acknowledges the fact that the streets are filled with people who are always looking for an opportunity to bring others down. Ross urges his listeners to push themselves to become their better selves, to embrace their destinies, and to face the inevitable obstacles that come with life.
Throughout the song, Ross and French Montana express their love for their mamas, who remain their pillars of strength through tough times. The two rappers suggest that their mothers do not understand the life they lead, but they are still trying to protect them, just as their mothers tried to save them when they were young.
The song is also peppered with references to classic hip-hop, including the late rapper Tupac Shakur (Makaveli), dog emcee Snoop Dogg (B-I double G, I, E), and rap icon Sean “Puffy” Combs (Ciroc boys). It’s a testament to Ross and French Montana’s admiration for those who paved the way for them and helped to shape their careers.
Line by Line Meaning
You wanted to fuckin' walk around these roaches
You wanted to hang out with these lowly individuals
These niggas is roaches
These men are insignificant and detestable
These niggas is mere motherfuckin' mortals
These men are just ordinary and worldly beings
I'm tryna push you to supreme bein'
I'm trying to push you to a higher state of existence
You don't wanna motherfuckin'
You don't want to embrace your true potential
You don't wanna embrace your destiny
You don't want to fulfill your purpose in life
You wanna get by
You only want to survive
You don't wanna go into the motherfuckin' dark
You don't want to face your fears or challenges
Where it's lonely
Where you'll be alone in your struggles
You can't handle the motherfuckin', the pain
You can't handle the hardship and difficulty
Of the motherfuckin' not knowin' when the shit is gonna stop
Of the uncertainty of when your suffering will end
Mama's tryna save me
My mother is trying to rescue me
But she don't know I'm tryna save her
But she doesn't know that I'm trying to protect her
Man, them niggas tried to play me
These men tried to scam me
Man, 'til I got this paper
Until I acquired wealth
You're nobody 'til somebody kills you
You are insignificant until someone takes your life
"Blast for me" the last words from my nigga
My friend's last words were sacrilegious
On the pavement, born killers, body shivers
Murderers standing on the street, causing fear and trembling
Drug money, dollar figures
Financial gain from illegal drugs
Hustlers moving out of rentals, art of war is mental
Criminals upgrading their living situations, war tactics are psychological
Having sushi down in Nobu
Enjoying a lavish meal at a high-end restaurant
Strapped like an Afghan soldier, nowhere to go to
Armed and prepared for battle, nowhere to retreat
So it's bang, no survivors
Killing without mercy or escape
Only riders on my rider, murder rate rises
Only dangerous individuals allowed in my inner circle, violence increasing
Stalkin' niggas on their IG's, never; I be
Stalking individuals on social media, I never allow it on me
Still solo, Under Armour still Polo
Still alone, wearing Under Armour and Polo clothing
No wire, on fire
Undetected by law enforcement, successful
My desire for fine things made me a liar, a shooter
My crave for luxurious possessions turned me into someone who lies and shoots
Gettin' high feeling like it's voodoo
Getting high and feeling supernatural
Nine lives, SK with the cooler
Like a cat, I have many chances at life, carrying a gun cooler
Makaveli in the 'Rari, still B-I double G, I, E
Driving a Lamborghini, still a big-time gangster
I pray you smoke with me
I hope you join me in smoking marijuana
Go to bed with a kilo like Casino
Sleeping with drugs like Casino in the movie
Janet Reno, we all we got the creed to Nino
Like Janet Reno, we're all we have, following Scarface's code of conduct
Pretty cars in the driveway
Attractive automobiles parked outside
If you cut it then you sideways, double up, crime pays
If you attempt to mess with us, you'll be turned to the side, we multiply money through illegal acts
You fuckin' wanna walk around with these niggas?
Do you really want to be associated with these men?
What the fuck is their culture?
What is their particular way of life?
Where the fuck is their souls at?
Where are their spiritual and emotional centers?
What defines you?
What makes you who you are?
These niggas with these fuckin' silly looks on their faces
These men with foolish expressions on their faces
You wanna walk around with them or you wanna walk with God, nigga!
Do you want to be with these men or with a divine force?
Make up your got damn mind!
Decide what you want to do!
I'm from where the streets test you
I come from a place where the environment challenges you
Niggas mix business and pleasure where the cocaine measure
Men mix illegal drug sales with personal fun and enjoyment
The narcotics is our product
Illegal drugs are our saleable merchandise
The by-product, you walk up on me, I cock it
The consequence of walking up on me is me pulling the trigger
New Mercedes as it peels off
Driving away in a brand new Mercedes
Nothing penetrates the steel doors, gang signs, see 'em all
Our heavily secured buildings, able to resist any invasion, display signs of gang affiliation
I said my prayer as I'm countin' sheep
I prayed before falling asleep
Never really athletic, but I play for keeps, do you feel me?
I may not be a good athlete, but I'm serious about winning, you understand?
The mortician, the morgue fillin' with more snitches
The mortician is receiving more dead people who were informants
We kill 'em and taking their bitches, R.I.P
We kill them and steal their women, rest in peace
Chinchillas on a winter night
Wearing chinchilla fur on a cold evening
Black bottles when I'm feelin' like, you wanna know what winners like
Drinking expensive black-labeled alcohol when I feel like it, do you want to know what being a winner feels like?
And I'm never on that tour bus
I never go on those promotional bus tours
Just a decoy for niggas, the PJ's for two of us
Just a misleading person for enemies, private jets only for two of us
Ciroc boys down to die for Diddy
We are so loyal to P. Diddy that we'll die for him
My niggas ride for less, keep it real, homie, made me filthy
My friends are willing to do risky things for little pay, being honest and real made me wealthy
Touch mine until it's even keel
Don't mess with what's mine until everything is balanced
Like I'm knowing every heathen will,
Like I know every evildoer will do
Closed the deal with Steven Hill
Finalized the agreement with Steven Hill
We Magic City of the networks
We are the central hub of the most important networks
Cut a nigga cast off, how my nigga net worths
Removed a rival's assets, resulting in increased wealth for my friends
Fuck you wanna talk about?
What do you really want to discuss?
Fuckin' jewelries and Bentley's and Hublot's
Expensive jewelry, luxury cars, and high-end watches
And fuckin' art that niggas ain't got on their fuckin' walls
And expensive artwork that other men don't have on their walls
And fuckin' mansions niggas ain't got
And expensive homes that other men can't afford
Niggas can't even pay the IRS, let alone their fuckin' staff, nigga
These men can't even pay their taxes, let alone their employees
You gotta tell the truth, man
You need to speak truthfully
The truth'll set you free, son
Being truthful will set you free
The truth will set you free
Being truthful is liberating
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG Rights Management
Written by: BILLY PRESTON, CHRISTOPHER WALLACE, ETHRAM LOPEZ, JEAN LOUHSDOD, KARIM KHARBOUCH, SEAN COMBS, STEVEN JORDAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@GrapeSoda718_
"Stalking niggas on they IG's never I be still solo, under armour still Polo, no wire on fire my desire for fine things made me a liar, a shooter. Getting high feeling like it's voodoo, 9 lives, SK wit the cooler, Makavelli in the Rarri, still B - I - double G - I - E, I pray you smoke wit me.."
Son this nigga Ross had the illest lyricism on this beat. Real Biggie type flow & sound 🔥🔥
@mymanhemi3610
Lyrically this probably one of Ross's best songs. He knew he needed to kill this biggie beat.
@chrislittles19
Free mason > Valley of death > nobody
@blaccshirts3377
This BIGGS CUTT.
@bxboro4662
💯💯💯
@owenmwangi7161
Had to be the bigger man in the room for sure.
@jahmereworld7666
U right,cuz thats exact reason I'm here right now listening to this song and reading the most recent comments! #MayGODBLESSYOU
@noelelikemnicodemus8039
One day Hip-hop will recognize Rozay and give him his flowers.
flawless pen game
@thanduxolojamela9581
Unfortunately... These media fuckers will only do that when he's no more. 😑
@connerj_vh
People think he’s not authentic because of a past CO job and using the likeness of a real dealer. It’s unfortunate because he has one of the best ears for music in hip hop history