Not much was heard of Sahdeeq since the years after his solo debut, during which he did a stretch in prison before returning to the rap game with several mixtapes during and after 2005. Since then he has released multiple albums in indie labels, 2006's Strategize and 2014's Keepers of the Lost Art. However, Sahdeeq is best known today for his frequent features, musical presence in the internet and worldwide touring.
It's Nothing
Shabaam Sahdeeq Lyrics
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What you say, what you think, means nothin to me
What you own, what you drive, means nothin to me
Where you live, what you sell, means nothin to me
What you spit, who you wit, means nothin to me
[Verse 1]
While y'all niggaz feed ya greed, I feed my seeds
When my son popped out it gave me more strength
I'm down for the distance, you people make no sense
And my most common though is you haters can suck dick
Fake friends can eat shit, I'm the best kept secret
Don't get it twisted like Twizzlers, I'm takin 'em outta business
I'm makin it my business, to dead ya team
Dead ya cream, dead ya dreams of seein me
Even in 3D, with two lenses, red and green
I'm a +Survivor+ like Beyonce and them, what you thought?
This nigga was gonna drown and not make a sound?
Well I could never hold ya coattails, nigga you frail
And if I fell, then why this nigga stay with the deal?
Why you stay bitchin like pregnant chicks in kitchens?
I stay missin, in the Bahamas with ya misses, floatin
[Chorus x2]
[Verse 2]
Hey yo Vince, I'ma leave these niggaz convinced
That I'ma ball, like a fourth-quarter player with 'nuff sense
Hey yo Reece, don't these pussy niggaz know I'm a beast
That I'ma spazz fully on they whole staff when I'm released
It's S-Double, this soldier lays it down
I spit game, clear thoughts and I shut you down
Like you said it's gone be alotta trouble comin out
And I'm some, brace yourself, 'fore ya get'cha team blown out
Hoes to the left of me (*echo*)
Hoes to the right of me (*echo*)
I wanna physically, tour they anatomy
Get they man mad at me, he went for drinks
What you doin here with niggaz rockin silver links?
On the bathroom sink girl, I could make it perkalate
It curve to the side, but I bust off like a Tre-8
What them say don't phase me none,
Moms raised a thourough son, make them fossi hoes run
[Chorus x2]
[Verse 3]
They doubt me, behind my back they talk about me
But I could care less, I'm destined for success
Unnecessary stress deleted, now they defeated
I make 'em EAT they words! Them nerds get served
Cuz I shit flows, pitch O's, hate phony hoes
"Blow ya nose off" like Shyne, that's for them nosy hoes
C-B-S nigga you can't be serious
Must be delerious, these niggaz here ain't fearin shit
Fuck ya clique, and ya weak ass chick too
I spit two, and leave ya whole shit bent duke
What I been through don't even concern you
I burn you and treat you like the ho you are
24 bars, 24 holes in your car
I'm dimmin your star, no matter who the FUCK you are
Son I'm vain, and you can't derail my train
I breathe flames, nothin to lose, all to gain
And love is pain, I do you like Kane did Abel
No fables, let's lay this whole shit on the table [x3]
[Chorus x2]
[Sahdeeq talking]
I'ma tell you again, it means nothin
I don't care where you from, I don't care what you got
I don't care what your name is, it means nothin
Word up.. ya know, we could take it to the mic
Or we could take it to the streets it don't matter
Ya heard, S-Double, this nigga lays it down
S-Double, this nigga lays it down...
Molemen.. yeah Chi-town..
Uh.. BK, NJ all day.. ha ha..
Sinister Sounds baby.. uh Raptivism baby..
My nigga O...
In the song “It’s Nothing,” Shabaam Sahdeeq expresses his indifference towards others’ opinions about him. He acknowledges that what people say, own, where they live and what they spit doesn’t matter to him. He talks about his focus being on his family, and how he provides them a good life by feeding his seeds with good education and morals. He considers himself the best kept secret, while others are just greedy and two-faced. He asserts that he could never hold anybody else's coattails because, as a survivor, he will never drown and never fall. He takes a dig at his haters and fake friends, saying that they can suck it and eat shit, respectively. He concludes by talking about how he could go to the Bahamas with anyone's misses, and how nothing can derail his train.
Line by Line Meaning
What you say, what you think, means nothin to me
Your opinions and thoughts have no effect on me.
What you own, what you drive, means nothin to me
Your material possessions do not impress me.
Where you live, what you sell, means nothin to me
Your location and profession do not matter to me.
What you spit, who you wit, means nothin to me
Your lyrics and associates are irrelevant to me.
While y'all niggaz feed ya greed, I feed my seeds
While you focus on your own selfish desires, I prioritize taking care of my children.
Feed you raw lyrics as the track proceeds
I am delivering authentic and unfiltered lyrics as the music plays.
When my son popped out it gave me more strength
The birth of my son gave me increased motivation and determination.
I'm down for the distance, you people make no sense
I am dedicated for the long run while others lack coherence.
And my most common though is you haters can suck dick
I often think that those who criticize me can engage in a vulgar act.
Fake friends can eat shit, I'm the best kept secret
Those who are not true friends can deal with their own problems, and I am an underrated talent.
Don't get it twisted like Twizzlers, I'm takin 'em outta business
Do not misunderstand my intention and ability; I am defeating my competitors easily.
I'm makin it my business, to dead ya team
I am making it a priority to eliminate your team.
Dead ya cream, dead ya dreams of seein me
I am destroying your wealth and your aspirations of surpassing me.
Even in 3D, with two lenses, red and green
Even in advanced technology, with all perspectives considered, I am still superior.
I'm a +Survivor+ like Beyonce and them, what you thought?
Just like the musician Beyonce and those like her, I have remained successful despite obstacles.
This nigga was gonna drown and not make a sound?
Did you really think I would fail silently?
Well I could never hold ya coattails, nigga you frail
I could never aspire to be like you, you are weak and insignificant to me.
And if I fell, then why this nigga stay with the deal?
If I were truly unsuccessful, then why am I still in a successful record deal?
Why you stay bitchin like pregnant chicks in kitchens?
Why are you continuing to complain like someone who is pregnant and stuck in the kitchen?
I stay missin, in the Bahamas with ya misses, floatin
I am enjoying my vacation away from you, possibly with your significant other.
Hey yo Vince, I'ma leave these niggaz convinced
I am going to impress and convince everyone, Vince included.
That I'ma ball, like a fourth-quarter player with 'nuff sense
I am going to perform exceptionally, similar to a basketball player in the final quarter with intelligence and confidence.
Hey yo Reece, don't these pussy niggaz know I'm a beast
Reece, do these weak individuals not realize that I am a formidable opponent?
That I'ma spazz fully on they whole staff when I'm released
When I am released, I am going to unleash my full potential on their entire team.
It's S-Double, this soldier lays it down
I am S-Double, the confident and skilled artist that delivers quality content.
I spit game, clear thoughts and I shut you down
I communicate effectively with clarity of mind, and I defeat anyone who challenges me.
Hoes to the left of me, Hoes to the right of me
There are many women surrounding me.
I wanna physically, tour they anatomy
I want to engage in sexual activity with these women, exploring their bodies.
Get they man mad at me, he went for drinks
I am making their partners jealous as they go to get drinks.
What you doin here with niggaz rockin silver links?
Why are you spending time with men who wear flashy jewelry?
On the bathroom sink girl, I could make it perkalate
I am capable of sexually satisfying you on the bathroom sink.
It curve to the side, but I bust off like a Tre-8
My penis curves but I still maintain sexual prowess similar to a powerful gun.
What them say don't phase me none,
Others' words do not affect me.
Moms raised a thourough son, make them fossi hoes run
My mother raised me to be tough and assertive, causing weaker women to flee.
They doubt me, behind my back they talk about me
Others are skeptical of me, speaking negatively about me when I am not present.
But I could care less, I'm destined for success
I do not care about their opinions, I know I will achieve greatness.
Unnecessary stress deleted, now they defeated
I have eliminated the source of unnecessary anxiety, causing them to be overcome.
I make 'em EAT they words! Them nerds get served
I make them regret their words, and these less capable individuals receive their comeuppance.
Cuz I shit flows, pitch O's, hate phony hoes
I am highly skilled in rapping, throwing pitches in sports, and dislike fake women.
"Blow ya nose off" like Shyne, that's for them nosy hoes
"Blow your nose off" like rapper Shyne, a threat aimed at nosy women.
C-B-S nigga you can't be serious
I cannot believe that you are serious about this.
Must be delerious, these niggaz here ain't fearin shit
You must be crazy, these individuals are not intimidated.
Fuck ya clique, and ya weak ass chick too
I do not care about your group or your weak partner.
I spit two, and leave ya whole shit bent duke
I destroy everything with only two verses.
What I been through don't even concern you
My experiences are not your business.
I burn you and treat you like the ho you are
I defeat you and treat you like the promiscuous person you are.
24 bars, 24 holes in your car
I deliver my message with 24 bars, and I leave 24 bullet holes in your vehicle.
I'm dimmin your star, no matter who the FUCK you are
I am reducing your fame, regardless of who you think you are.
Son I'm vain, and you can't derail my train
I am conceited, and you cannot stop my success.
I breathe flames, nothin to lose, all to gain
I am highly motivated, willing to take risks in order to achieve success.
And love is pain, I do you like Kane did Abel
Love is complicated, and I am willing to harm you emotionally like the biblical character Kane did to Abel.
No fables, let's lay this whole shit on the table
This is not a fictional story, let's be honest and reveal everything.
I'ma tell you again, it means nothin
I will say it again, your words and possessions do not impress me.
I don't care where you from, I don't care what you got
I do not care about your background or wealth.
I don't care what your name is, it means nothin
Your identity is not important to me.
Word up.. ya know, we could take it to the mic
You know what it is, we can settle this through music.
Or we could take it to the streets it don't matter
Alternatively, we could take physical action, either way works for me.
S-Double, this nigga lays it down
I am S-Double, the artist who delivers quality content.
Molemen.. yeah Chi-town..
I want to acknowledge Molemen and the city of Chicago.
Uh.. BK, NJ all day.. ha ha..
Additionally, I represent Brooklyn and New Jersey.
Sinister Sounds baby.. uh Raptivism baby..
I want to shout out Sinister Sounds and Raptivism.
My nigga O...
I want to shout out my friend O.
Contributed by Colin N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.