The title is an allusion to Malcolm X’s classic “By Any Means Necessary” speech, in which he argued that African Americans must seek:
freedom by any means necessary… justice by any means necessary… [and] equality by any means necessary.
Q reinterprets Malcom X’s message to apply to the environment in which he grew up, one where any amount of violence, pimping, and drug running are justified in the name of “getting yours.”
By Any Means
ScHoolboy Q Lyrics
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Get yours, get yours, get yours by any means
You can smoke that kill, you can push that dope
Get yours, get yours, get yours by any means
You can steer that wheel, hit the gas and go
Get yours, get yours, get yours by any means
You can fuck my bitch, you can have my...
I come from pimpin', bangin', baby momma rockin' yayo
Was always Grandma's baby, Moms always kept in veil
I swear my cousin want me bangin', settin'
Nigga fuck all that, tryna go my road
I can take you back nigga, 'round '04
You can do clown dance, I'mma rob that store
You can paint your face, I'mma kick down doors
I'mma shoot my gun, I'mma free my locc
I'mma sell her tongue, I'mma tan that coke
I'mma dark my lungs, I'mma heal my soul
I'mma stack my bread, I'mma cop that boat
I'mma get them M's, I'mma whip that Ghost
You can fuck my bitch, you can have my hoe
Get yours, get yours, get yours by any means
You can smoke that kill, you can push that dope
Get yours, get yours, get yours by any means
You can steer that wheel, hit the gas and go
Get yours, get yours, get yours by any means
You can fuck my bitch, you can have my...
I make a scene around me, hit the corner, Heaven, Hell
I come from pimpin', bangin', baby momma rockin' yayo
50 Crip, contraband for chips, sold all kinda shit
You know we on, turned that white to stone, just don't call my phone
From scrub to boss, shit my necklace gloss, plus my Bentley cost
You poppin' pills, shit we sellin' pills, pussy sell in heels
Her booty fat, fuck her gluteus max, I'm still that groovy cat
Off 51st, yeah we pushin' work, all my pots is burnt
My section turnt, see my soda rise, dimes be super sized
Say yes to dope, cap that ends in "o"
You can fuck my bitch, you can have my hoe
Get yours, get yours, get yours by any means
You can smoke that kill, you can push that dope
Get yours, get yours, get yours by any means
You can steer that wheel, hit the gas and go
Get yours, get yours, get yours by any means
You can fuck my bitch, you can have my...
In the song By Any Means, ScHoolboy Q talks about doing whatever it takes to get what he wants. He starts by saying that a person can do whatever they want with his possessions, including his girlfriend, but as long as they achieve their goal, it doesn't matter how they do it. He talks about his rough upbringing in which he was exposed to pimping, drugs, and violence. However, despite his surroundings, he always had a special place in his heart for his grandmother, who kept him grounded. While his cousin wanted him to join gangs and sell drugs, he chose to carve his path and live life on his own terms. ScHoolboy Q talks about living a life where he doesn't conform to society's standards, but he does what he wants to do to achieve success. He talks about the illegal activities he was involved in, including robbing stores, selling drugs, and even killing. He also talks about his desire to become wealthy and own a boat and a supercar.
The song By Any Means is about the struggles that people face while trying to succeed in life. ScHoolboy Q encourages people to do whatever it takes to achieve their goals, even if it means breaking the law. The song highlights the different types of illegal activities people engage in to make a living, including selling drugs, prostitution, and robbery. The lyrics also highlight the harsh reality of life in the inner city where crime is a way of life. However, the song is also about the desire to succeed and live the life of one's dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
You can fuck my bitch, you can have my hoe
I don't care about my woman, my priority is for myself and getting what I want by any means possible.
Get yours, get yours, get yours by any means
I am focused on achieving my goals and will do whatever it takes to obtain them.
You can smoke that kill, you can push that dope
I am willing to engage in illegal activity in order to make money and support myself.
You can steer that wheel, hit the gas and go
I will take control of my life and do what I need to do to succeed, no matter the consequences.
I make a scene around me, hit the corner, Heaven, Hell
I am living in a dangerous and chaotic world where I need to be constantly alert and prepared for anything.
I come from pimpin', bangin', baby momma rockin' yayo
I have grown up in a violent and criminal environment where I had to learn how to survive and thrive in these situations.
Nigga fuck all that, tryna go my road
I am uninterested in the opinions or lifestyles of others and will do what I need to do to succeed.
You can do clown dance, I'mma rob that store
While others waste their time on insignificant actions, I will focus on stealing and making money.
I'mma shoot my gun, I'mma free my locc
I won't hesitate to use violence and illegal means to defend myself or my territory.
I'mma sell her tongue, I'mma tan that coke
I will engage in whatever illegal activity is necessary to make money.
I'mma dark my lungs, I'mma heal my soul
I am willing to damage my health in order to achieve my financial goals and feel fulfilled.
I'mma stack my bread, I'mma cop that boat
My focus is on accumulating wealth and buying the luxury items that will signify my success.
I'mma get them M's, I'mma whip that Ghost
I am determined to make millions of dollars and purchase the fanciest and most expensive items available.
50 Crip, contraband for chips, sold all kinda shit
I have experience selling illegal goods and will do whatever it takes to make a profit.
You know we on, turned that white to stone, just don't call my phone
I am actively involved in illegal operations and don't want to be caught or exposed.
From scrub to boss, shit my necklace gloss, plus my Bentley cost
I have gone from being poor and insignificant to having money, power, and a flashy lifestyle.
You poppin' pills, shit we sellin' pills, pussy sell in heels
I am involved in the illegal drug trade, which is lucrative and has become a part of my life.
Her booty fat, fuck her gluteus max, I'm still that groovy cat
I prioritize physical attraction and lust over love and commitment.
Off 51st, yeah we pushin' work, all my pots is burnt
I am engaged in a large-scale drug operation where I am moving large quantities of illegal substances.
My section turnt, see my soda rise, dimes be super sized
My neighborhood is very active and busy, with lots of activity and drugs being sold.
Say yes to dope, cap that ends in "o"
My life revolves around drugs and making money through illegal means.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Ronald Latour, Quincy Hanley, Daveon Lamont Jackson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Osman Pena
Schoolboy Q is one of those artists that shows you the dark side of the lifestyle we all glorify but the reality behind it thru his music. the reality most us ignore
Osman Pena
@Georgian went over your head bruh. This is about how the music industry pushes this image in people's head that this is the only way, you know the glorification artists love talking bout it but Schoolboy Q shows you how raw it is and how difficult it is to be in this lifestyle. And to those who wish they had different set of cards to play. with
Georgian
@Osman Pena my bad lol
Taeshawn Wilson
@Georgian truth
FALAF3LRAPTOR
It's 5am , I'm drunk , I have to get up for work in 2 hours , I'm millions of miles away....and you had my undivided attention for 9 minutes....well played ScHoolboy .......well played.
FALAF3LRAPTOR
mther fckers , there's 3 parts! I'm getting fired...straight.
Lucky Hillcharm
Lol about that life......
Colton Jones
Man this ni**a a alci 🤣
Chris Palmer
@Colton Jones fuckin hard aye that parts not our problem 😂
La_Xande_LS
@FALAF3LRAPTOR did you get fired?