Close associate of Ghostface, as well as Cappadonna and Remedy's Code Red c… Read Full Bio ↴Close associate of Ghostface, as well as Cappadonna and Remedy's Code Red crew. He was a member of Ghostface's group Theodore Unit until October 2005, when he left the group for undisclosed reasons. An unauthorized 11 track album titled King Of New York leaked onto the internet in 2001. His official mixtape Funeral Talk was released in 2005, through CHAMBERMUSIK and he has since signed a major label deal with Wu Music Group, to release his first official solo; My Motion Picture. Also known as Killa Bamz.

You Gonna Love Me
Solomon Childs Lyrics

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(Intro: Solomon Childs)
Exclusive, S. Childs, believe me
That's right.. come on...
Yeah... Body town... New York City
Yeah, Broadway & Henderson, get ready

(Solomon Childs)
Got my own killa slang and dances

Certain hammers for certain circumstances
These the roads of Allah deeds, knawahmean?
I took the advances, and bulletproofed the Suburbans
No handouts, stay earning mine
The hood hate to see a nigga, shine, now I know
That a hoe, gonna always be a hoe
And twenty three's, can't fit on an '98 Tahoe
And ain't no superstars coming off Apollo
And chicks frontin' 'round the way with them tongue rings
Don't swallow, my mind was raped as a child
Rocky could of never beat Apollo
The feds could of never caught Alpo
P. Diddy would of never fell for a bird like J-Lo
Shit, this power to the peso, woola heads representing
Staten Island's criminal slums, we got the dirtiest sweatpants
But bet we got bullets in the guns, a ass full of jums
Blood all over your burberry, do what I gotta do to eat
Eat what I gotta eat, nigga

(Outro: Solomon Childs)
Yeah, yeah... heh... Bless Entertainmment

Yeah, exclusive... arms, the click
S. Childs... twenty oh three...

Overall Meaning

In Solomon Childs's song "You Gonna Love Me," he begins by announcing himself and his city, New York City. He then raps about his unique style and resources, which include his own slang and specific weapons for certain situations. He mentions his Islamic beliefs and how they shape his actions, stating that he has taken the advantages he has earned and used them to make his cars bulletproof. He emphasizes that he hasn't received any handouts, that he has earned his success on his own terms, and that he knows people within his own neighborhood who are jealous of his accomplishments. He then touches on the subjects of women and cars, stating that "a hoe's always gonna be a hoe" and that he has expensive taste in vehicles like the '98 Tahoe. He also talks about the limitations of fame, referring to the fact that even someone like P. Diddy could fall for the wrong person.

Childs then shifts to more specific examples. He refers to the power of the peso, highlighting the idea that money talks, even in the most rundown parts of Staten Island. He mentions the dirtiness of the sweatpants in these neighborhoods, but also underscores the fact that there is danger lurking around every corner, as many individuals carry guns. Childs ends the song by reminding listeners that he'll do whatever he needs to do to survive, even if it means violence.

Line by Line Meaning

Got my own killa slang and dances
I have a unique style and approach to everything that I do

Certain hammers for certain circumstances
I always have the right tools and resources to handle any situation that comes my way

These the roads of Allah deeds, knawahmean?
My actions are guided by a higher power and reflect my faith

I took the advances, and bulletproofed the Suburbans
I invested wisely in myself and my business, protecting my assets and taking calculated risks

No handouts, stay earning mine
I don't rely on anyone else for my success, I work hard for everything I have

The hood hate to see a nigga, shine, now I know
People are often jealous of success and will try to bring you down, but I won't let that stop me from achieving my goals

That a hoe, gonna always be a hoe
People rarely change their ways, so I won't waste my time trying to change them

And twenty three's, can't fit on an '98 Tahoe
I have big dreams and aspirations that can't be contained in small or outdated environments

And ain't no superstars coming off Apollo
Fame and success don't come easy, and there are no shortcuts to greatness

And chicks frontin' 'round the way with them tongue rings
People often pretend to be someone they're not, but I can see through the facade

Don't swallow, my mind was raped as a child
I've been through traumatic experiences that have shaped me into the person I am today

Rocky could of never beat Apollo
You have to be prepared and work hard to overcome your obstacles and opponents

The feds could of never caught Alpo
Those who break the law will eventually face the consequences, no matter how clever they think they are

P. Diddy would of never fell for a bird like J-Lo
Even the most successful people can make mistakes, especially when it comes to relationships

Shit, this power to the peso, woola heads representing
I have the ability to turn my talents and skills into wealth and success, and I am proud to represent my community

Staten Island's criminal slums, we got the dirtiest sweatpants
I come from a rough neighborhood, but that doesn't define me or hold me back

But bet we got bullets in the guns, a ass full of jums
I may not have much, but I am always prepared to defend myself and my loved ones if necessary

Blood all over your burberry, do what I gotta do to eat
I will do whatever it takes to survive and provide for myself and my family

Eat what I gotta eat, nigga
I may not always have the luxury of choice or variety in life, but I will make the best of what I have

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