Roll Call
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That flatland, that stove front, that nine where I throw it up
That flatland, that stove front, that nine where I throw it up
Give dope fiends to hustlers, never see me blowing up
Now everywhere I step foot is game time, you know what's up
That flatland, that stove front, that nine where I throw it up
That flatland, that stove front, that nine where I throw it up
Give dope fiends to hustlers, never see me blowing up
Now everywhere I step foot is game time, you know what's up

[Verse 1: Dame D.O.L.L.A.]
I take pride in where I hail from
Many of these boys ain't on my level [?]
See where we from we see it all, victory and defeat
Very different from yall, they was kneeling down at your feet
I had to learn my lesson, be careful of my surroundings
Pull that gun up on me, my heart was pounding
Was nervous, I should have seen 'em lurking
I started praise and worship, a cold, cold city but it gave me sense of urging
I was riding rollers up the streets, you know we trying to cut the grass
Looking at the screen doe, wait for granddad to flash
Grannie know he ain't even workin', he ain't have to ask
Every time he came he knew we had a plate [?]
Mongrels got some [?], know I got that gyro
We was in that fire, dragon breath from Spyro
You can pump your passion, ain't [?] at the side show
Had a couple rule stars, Dame time is my [?]

That flatland, that stove front, that nine where I throw it up
That flatland, that stove front, that nine where I throw it up
Give dope fiends to hustlers, never see me blowing up
Now everywhere I step foot is game time, you know what's up
That flatland, that stove front, that nine where I throw it up
That flatland, that stove front, that nine where I throw it up
Give dope fiends to hustlers, never see me blowing up
Now everywhere I step foot is game time, you know what's up

I ain't scared to lose, I'm scared to have the wrong people around when I win
Now let's begin, on the nine scale, I'm a ten
I'm iron, you're like some tin
Me without the hustle like dolphins without the fin
I see my homie off the crystal like, "Man where you been?"
He said he stepped on a bomb and ended up in [?]
Drugs or the guns most likely gon' be your end
A lot of cats saying make it, I pray I'm buying [?]
That flatland, that stove front, that tray gram going up
That free [?] ain't no food, no showing up
That red lip with good kids with big dreams of blowing up
The Johnsons, the Wilsons, [?] Staples, you know what's up
Who these cats claiming, they image they staining
These suckers they hanging with [?]
You from the hood but never heard of a dirty [?], you actin', we brought that action, disaster

That flatland, that stove front, that nine where I throw it up
That flatland, that stove front, that nine where I throw it up
Give dope fiends to hustlers, never see me blowing up
Now everywhere I step foot is game time, you know what's up
That flatland, that stove front, that nine where I throw it up
That flatland, that stove front, that nine where I throw it up
Give dope fiends to hustlers, never see me blowing up
Now everywhere I step foot is game time, you know what's up

Everybody try to say they started at the bottom
If I don't vouch for you then that mean you ain't solid
I represent the Nine, the Nine
I represent the Nine, the Nine
Everybody try to say they started at the bottom
If I don't vouch for you then that mean you ain't solid

I represent the Nine, the Nine
I represent the Nine, the Nine

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of “Roll Call” represent and celebrate the pride of the rapper in his hometown, Flatland. He speaks of the rough environment, where he had to learn to be careful of his surroundings and protect himself. He recalls an incident where he was held at gunpoint, and it made him more aware of the dangers of the place he lived. The song also mentions the drug culture present in Flatland, with dope fiends and hustlers. The rapper, Dame D.O.L.L.A., also celebrates the success and hustle of those from his hometown and represents the Nine, showing pride and loyalty to his community.

The lyrics of the song showcase a sense of danger and caution that one would expect in a rough neighborhood. The pride, loyalty, and appreciation for one's roots are evident in Dame D.O.L.L.A.'s lyrics. The language used illustrates an authentic portrayal of life in Flatland, marking it as a place where one has to be tough and aware to survive. Overall, the song is an ode to the rapper's hometown, its people, its struggles, and its triumphs.

Line by Line Meaning

That flatland, that stove front, that nine where I throw it up
Referring to the rough neighborhood and the weapon he carries for protection

Give dope fiends to hustlers, never see me blowing up
Explaining the drug and hustle scene, and how he avoids getting caught

Now everywhere I step foot is game time, you know what's up
Indicating that he is always on high alert, ready for anything to happen

I take pride in where I hail from
Expressing his love for his roots and where he comes from

Many of these boys ain't on my level [?]
Stating that he is better than most because of his upbringing and the struggles he has faced

See where we from we see it all, victory and defeat
Talking about how his community has faced both good and bad times, but they have persevered through it all

Very different from yall, they was kneeling down at your feet
Comparing his experiences to those who have had it easier, specifically calling out those who have had to kneel down and beg for success

I had to learn my lesson, be careful of my surroundings
Discussing how he has had to learn to be aware of his surroundings to avoid trouble

Pull that gun up on me, my heart was pounding
Recounting a time when he was threatened with a gun and how scared he was

Was nervous, I should have seen 'em lurking
Explaining how he was too nervous to even recognize the danger around him

I started praise and worship, a cold, cold city but it gave me sense of urging
Detailing how he turned to religion to find strength and how his city has pushed him to succeed

You can pump your passion, ain't [?] at the side show
Telling others to focus on their own goals instead of trying to distract him

Who these cats claiming, they image they staining
Questioning the authenticity of those who claim to come from similar places but do not show the same experiences or struggles in their image

Everybody try to say they started at the bottom
Expressing how common it is for others to claim they have faced similar struggles when they have not

If I don't vouch for you then that mean you ain't solid
Stating that he only supports those who have truly faced adversity and struggles

I represent the Nine, the Nine
Proudly declaring his roots and where he comes from

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