The Boss
Rick Ross Feat. T.I Lyrics


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La la, la la, la la (this is, this is, Ross)
La la, la la (this is, the movement, this is, Ross, Triple C's)
305 M-I yayo
Run how you want, boss (yeah)
Chill how you want, boss (yeah)
Floss how you want, boss (yeah)
Do whatcha like (woo)
Go rock your chain, boss (yeah)
Pour that champagne, boss (yeah)
Keep getting paid, boss (yeah)
Do whatcha like (woo)

As I'm poppin' my collar, black on black antique impala
She ain't gotta speak 'cause my speakers let her know that I'm ballin' (ballin')
They call me the boss (boss), I be calling the shots (shots)
It's Ricky Ross, that boy be ballin a lot (lot)
That boy be ridin' big (big), that boy be ridin' rims (rims)
Not the flats but the fish 'cause they just swim
New York to the west, you a boss if you fresh
Scuff your shoes, wipe 'em down
Now get back on your two step
Stunting is boss (boss)
Shining is boss (boss)
Grand daddy kush, or the purt, yellow diamonds is boss (boss)
That dime a boss (boss), She fine as a house (house)
And she driving a porche (porche), She designed for a boss

Run how you want, boss (yeah)
Chill how you want, boss (yeah)
Floss how you want, boss (yeah)
Do whatcha like (woo)
Go rock your chain, boss (yeah)
Pour that champagne, boss (yeah)
Keep getting paid, boss (yeah)
Do whatcha like (woo)
Ross, la la, Ross la la, Ross la la
Do whatcha like
Ross, la la, Ross la la, Ross la la
Do whatcha like

I'm ridin' big, I'm hoping lanes
My chevy thang, Got this chickens all insane
Look at my stones tap dancing on the bezzle
Bad baby at the rollie, lap dancing and wanna kiss me
Oh no (no), 'cause of my chain (chain)
'Cause of my bling, like a peacock standing on my ring
'Cause I'm a boss, I'm a spend it
I'm a floss, I'm a winner
You the loss, all these niggas
Sprinkle soft 'cause I'm the pepper in the south
Whatcha feel, whatcha like
Whatcha want, what's your type
I done seen it, done it twice, bought it up the same night
'Cause I'm a boss (uh), its Ricky Ross (Ross)
If you buy, if you spend it, fuck the cost
You's a boss, You a boss

Run how you want, boss (yeah)
Chill how you want, boss (yeah)
Floss how you want, boss (yeah)
Do whatcha like (woo)
Go rock your chain, boss (yeah)
Pour that champagne, boss (yeah)
Keep getting paid, boss (yeah)
Do whatcha like (woo)
Ross, la la, Ross la la, Ross la la
Do whatcha like
Ross, la la, Ross la la, Ross la la
Do whatcha like

Before a rock got whipped
And they Pistol got ripped
Before you got any chips
You got permission from the boss
On a mission for the charts, out-smart my competition
Composition so sharp, so dark, so vivid
26's on the old school
Pro tools session
Got the old school ho's
Acting brand new sweating
Brand new tennis chain, fancy pockets on my jeans
Headed for the walk dude, fore' they win him on the stage
Two a day, super pay
Stupid brain from a model
Triple C a hundred deep
And everybody got a bottle
Got a bottle full of purp
Full of work, no leachin'
Blew 50 last weekend, if you looking for a reason
I'm the boss

Run how you want, boss (yeah)
Chill how you want, boss (yeah)
Floss how you want, boss (yeah)
Do whatcha like (woo)
Go rock your chain, boss Triple C's(yeah)
Pour that champagne, boss (yeah)
Keep getting paid, boss (yeah)
Do whatcha like (woo)
Ross, la la, Ross la la, Ross la la
Do whatcha like




Ross, la la, Ross la la, Ross la la
Do whatcha like

Overall Meaning

In the song "Boss" by Rick Ross, the lyrics emphasize personal freedom and wealth. Essentially, in his lyrics, he proposes that if you have enough money to do what you want, you will be living the life of a boss, and nobody can tell you how to live it. If you want to run, chill, or floss, you can do any of those things. The emphasis on personal freedom also suggests that the less wealthy have less freedom, as they cannot do whatever they want. Ross then goes on to brag about his car, his speakers, and his ballin' lifestyle.


Ross describes himself as a boss, indicating that he is successful and wealthy, which means he has the freedom to afford whatever life he desires. He also emphasizes that he can call the shots and those around him need to listen. The purpose of these lyrics is to portray Rick Ross as an extremely successful and influential person, one that is looked up to by many. He also states a determination to enjoy the finer things in life without any inhibition, and in doing so, he positions himself as a symbol of luxury living.


Line by Line Meaning

La la, la la, la la (this is, this is, Ross)
Introducing the song with a catchy and memorable phrase


La la, la la (this is, the movement, this is, Ross, Triple C's)
Announcing that this song is part of a movement, representing Ross and Triple C's


305 M-I yayo
Referencing the Miami area code and slang term for cocaine


Run how you want, boss (yeah)
Doing things your way, without needing permission or approval from anyone else


Chill how you want, boss (yeah)
Being relaxed and comfortable in your own skin, without feeling the need to conform to anyone else's expectations


Floss how you want, boss (yeah)
Showing off your success and wealth in whatever way you choose, without any hesitation or restraint


Do whatcha like (woo)
Empowering yourself to make your own decisions and live your life on your own terms


Go rock your chain, boss (yeah)
Wearing expensive jewelry as a status symbol and sign of success and power


Pour that champagne, boss (yeah)
Celebrating your success and wealth by indulging in luxurious and expensive items, like champagne


Keep getting paid, boss (yeah)
Continuing to make money and build your success, without letting anyone else hold you back


As I'm poppin' my collar, black on black antique impala
Describing a flashy and luxurious car and outfit, representing Ross's successful and extravagant lifestyle


She ain't gotta speak 'cause my speakers let her know that I'm ballin' (ballin')
Feeling confident and proud of his success and wealth, which is reflected in the music he plays


They call me the boss (boss), I be calling the shots (shots)
Asserting his position of power and control over his own life and career


It's Ricky Ross, that boy be ballin a lot (lot)
Boasting about his success and wealth, and the fact that he is always living large


That boy be ridin' big (big), that boy be ridin' rims (rims)
Driving an expensive and flashy car with large rims, representing his extravagant lifestyle


Not the flats but the fish 'cause they just swim
Choosing to wear shoes with a fish design, rather than plain and boring flats, because he can and he likes it


New York to the west, you a boss if you fresh
Saying that no matter where you are, you can still be a boss if you have style and freshness


Scuff your shoes, wipe 'em down
Owning your style and not worrying about getting a little dirt on your shoes, but still wanting to keep them clean and looking fresh


Now get back on your two step
Encouraging people to dance and enjoy life, even in the face of adversity


Stunting is boss (boss)
Showing off your success and wealth is a sign of power and dominance


Shining is boss (boss)
Being visibly successful and wealthy is a sign of power and dominance


Grand daddy kush, or the purt, yellow diamonds is boss (boss)
Being able to afford expensive drugs and jewelry is a sign of success and power


That dime a boss (boss), She fine as a house (house)
Being with an attractive and successful woman is a sign of success and power


And she driving a porche (porche), She designed for a boss
Owning and driving an expensive and luxurious car is a sign of success and power


Before a rock got whipped And they Pistol got ripped Before you got any chips You got permission from the boss
Back in the day, before you could achieve any real success or freedom, you had to ask for permission from someone in power


On a mission for the charts, out-smart my competition
Working hard and strategizing to achieve chart success and beat out his competition


Composition so sharp, so dark, so vivid
Referring to his music as being distinctive, powerful, and high-quality


26's on the old school
Puttin' 26 inch rims on an old school car is a sign of success and power


Pro tools session
Recording and producing music using advanced digital technology


Got the old school ho's Acting brand new sweating
Having success and power can attract women who only want you for your money, but Ross isn't bothered by it


Brand new tennis chain, fancy pockets on my jeans
Wearing expensive jewelry and clothing as a symbol of wealth and success


Headed for the walk dude, fore' they win him on the stage
Making it to the top before anyone else can even compete


Two a day, super pay
Working twice as hard to achieve great success and financial rewards


Stupid brain from a model
Being around beautiful women can make you feel dumb or disoriented


Triple C a hundred deep And everybody got a bottle
Rolling with a crew of 100 people, all with their own bottle, is a sign of success and power


Got a bottle full of purp Full of work, no leachin'
Drinking expensive and luxurious drinks, but not sharing them with anyone else


Blew 50 last weekend, if you looking for a reason
Spending a lot of money on luxury items for no real reason, because he can and he likes it


I'm the boss
Reasserting his position of power and dominance in his own life and career


Ross, la la, Ross la la, Ross la la
Repeating his own name as a catchy and memorable phrase


Do whatcha like Ross, la la, Ross la la, Ross la la
Encouraging his listeners to live their lives on their own terms, just as he does




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Andre Christopher Lyon, Marcello Valenzano, William Leonard Roberts

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Real N****Music

@erik-victory

Paul Revere by the Beastie Boys

@gusztav95

@Erik Victory No wonder the beat sounded so familiar.

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Well said

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