Early life
Born DeAndre Ramone Way in Chicago, Illinois on July 28, 1990, Way moved from Chicago to Atlanta, Georgia at age seven, where he became interested in rap music. At age 14, he moved to Batesville, Mississippi with his father, who provided a recording studio for Way to explore his musical ambitions.
Career
In November 2005, Way posted his songs on the video-based social community YouTube. Following positive reviews on the site, Soulja Boy then established his own web pages on YouTube and MySpace. In March 2007, he recorded “Crank That” and released his first independent album Unsigned and Still Major, followed by a low-budget video filmed demonstrating the “Soulja Boy” dance. By the end of May 2007, “Crank That (Soulja Boy)” received its first airplay and Soulja Boy met with Mr. Collipark to sign a deal with Interscope Records.
On August 12, 2007, the song appeared on the Emmy-award winning HBO series Entourage, and by September 1, it topped the Billboard Hot 100 and Hot RingMasters charts. Way’s major label debut album Souljaboytellem.com, which was reportedly recorded using just the demo version of FL Studio, was released in the United States on October 2, peaking at #4 on both the Billboard 200 and Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts.
On December 9, 2007, Way was sued by William Lyons (aka Souljah Boy of the Mo Thugs) who claims he first created the stage name “Souljah Boy”.
For the 50th Grammy Awards, Soulja Boy was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Rap Song with “Crank That (Soulja Boy)”. He lost to Kanye West’s and T-Pain’s “Good Life”.
The teen rapper recently inked a deal with Dallas-based company, Yums Shoes, for a line of his own sneakers called the “Block Star” and an apparel line. “The Soulja boy exclusive shoe will be released in the fall along with my album,” he said. “The Soulja Boy cartoon will also be released in the fall, so there’s three things to look out for.” The line will be unveiled at the fall Magic fashion trade show in Las Vegas later this year, and the rapper will appear in both television and print ads for it.
Soulja Boy says he will not use better lyrics and get more respect from the rap game, although he could, because it will ruin his reputation and image.
Initial reception
The album Souljaboytellem.com was met with mostly negative reviews, despite a positive one from Allmusic. Several reviewers credited Soulja Boy with spearheading a new trend in hip-hop, while speculating he will likely be a one hit wonder.
Critics and hip-hop figures such as Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent, and Jermaine Dupri cite Soulja Boy as artistically typical of contemporary rap trends such as writing for the lucrative ringtone market, and the ascendence of “Southern hip hop”, emphasizing catchy, mindless music that discards rap’s traditional emphasis on message. And even one article about his songs and heavily criticizing his musical style has dubbed Soulja Boy the “Nickelback of hip hop”. Soulja Boy identifies his goal as making upbeat, party-themed music that avoids the negative, violent image that he sees in most hip-hop. Despite this, his music has been banned from some school dances for sexual, pro-violence content or innuendo and, ironically, many of his recent recordings feature violent content and sexual innuendo. In the original YouTube video for “Shootout”, Way demonstrates his dance while holding a handgun in each hand and pretending to shoot into the audience.
Feud with Ice-T
In June 2008, on DJ Cisco’s Urban Legend mixtape, Ice-T criticized Soulja Boy for “killing hip-hop” and his song “Crank That” for being “garbage” compared to the works of other hip-hop artists as Rakim, Das EFX, Big Daddy Kane and Ice Cube. Soulja Boy responded in a YouTube video by mocking Ice-T’s age (Ice-T was born in 1958) and claiming that he needed to support his family through his brand of music. Ice-T proceeded to offer a video response to Soulja Boy’s reaction in which he neglected to offer an apology while reiterating his belief that Soula Boy’s music was “garbage”. Rapper Kanye West defended Soulja Boy by arguing that Soulja Boy created a new, original work for hip-hop, thus keeping the authentic meaning of the music. Soulja Boy followed suit by buying Ice-T a flaming set of gigantic popcorn machines.
References in popular culture
Soulja Boy recently became an item in the first round NBA playoff series between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Washington Wizards. In a bout of trash talking before the start of the series, Wizards guard Deshawn Stevenson called Cleveland superstar LeBron James “overrated,” prompting James to say that he wouldn’t return the insult, as that would be “almost like Jay-Z [responding to a negative comment] made by Soulja Boy.” Soulja Boy made an appearance at Game 3 of the series (played in Washington) in support of the Wizards; his music was played over the PA system. Despite his team losing the game by more than 30 points and LeBron posting poor numbers (compared to his exceptionally high averages), LeBron claims that the trick had no effect on him, and that his young son is a big fan of Soulja Boy.
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Soulja Boy Lyrics
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I'm a douchebag to these pussy ass niggas.
Hammer in my drawers but I nail yo bitch.
Blunts like fingers, I'm bout to make a fist.
Everybody die, gon' bury me alive.
Grab life by the horns, put the bullshit aside.
Glock clip full like the moon in the sky.
I'm at the gas station adding fuel to the fire.
I pass that weed, like I studied.
Bury me in fire and watch me phoenix.
Highway to Heaven, I'm taking the scenic.
You tied to the track of my train of thoughts.
And controlling my thoughts is like taming sharks.
And these hoes wanna kick it with me, I'm a sensei.
And I got fat pockets, you niggas in shape.
Tools on deck, tattoos on necks.
Life is a bitch, I'll make her yo ex.
Better turn to God, 'fore I turn to Godzilla.
How the fuck you gon' talk shit to diarrhea
Muthafucka it's on, I'm just rubbing 'em wrong.
Put a bug in my ear, but not in my phone.
I'll have a broke muthafucka run in ya home.
For a crumb and a bone and put one in ya dome.
One in ya dome. One in ya dome
One in ya dome. One in ya dome
One in ya dome. One in ya dome
One in ya dome. One in ya dome
Empty stomach, full clip
I'm gon' get it. Gon' get it
Empty stomach, full clip
I'm gon' get it. Gon' get it
My trigger finger itchin'
My trigger finger itchin'
My trigger finger itchin'
My trigger finger itchin'
My trigger finger itchin'
I don't like to dream about gettin' paid.
You ain't gon' hurt nobody like Kid 'n Play.
Ain't nun sweet but the codeine nigga.
Eyes hella red like chlorine in 'em.
I was gettin' that pussy, I was gettin' that money.
Long hair, don't care, Hacksaw Jim Duggan.
Too high to take a breath, too high to take a step.
Two rights don't make a wrong, three rights, make a left.
The cops on my dick, the feds on my nerves.
I walk it like I talk it, got legs on my words.
If she don't suck dick, I don't give her that dick.
Got the world in my hands, I'mma dribble that bitch.
Money is the issue, full court pressure.
I like my blunt, Nutty Professor.
I'mma straight rider with a getaway driver.
Hit you dead on the money now you dead on arrival
I don't fuck with these niggas, too old for new friends.
But never too rich for new money.
These niggas buying hatorade by the twelve pack.
Like two stomachs.
I'm laced up like two shoes, miss goody.
Keep that ratchet nigga.
Trigger finger itchin', I'll scratch you nigga.
Blow yo fuckin' brains out in traffic nigga.
Got green, New Orleans, St. Patrick nigga.
One bitch in the whip, one on the phone.
The one on the phone, is in front of ya home.
She 'bout to run in ya home, and put one in ya dome.
One in ya dome. One in ya dome
One in ya dome. One in ya dome
One in ya dome. One in ya dome
One in ya dome. One in ya dome
Empty stomach, full clip
I'm gon' get it. Gon' get it
Empty stomach, full clip
I'm gon' get it. Gon' get it
My trigger finger itchin'
My trigger finger itchin'
My trigger finger itchin'
My trigger finger itchin'
My trigger finger itchin'
Rest in peace to the game 'cause I'm fresh to death.
Rest in peace to the game, tell them kill they self.
Make yo death wish, 'cause I'm too fresh.
'Cause I'm fresh to death, 'cause I'm fresh to death
You go broke tryna get fresh like this.
Rest in peace to the game 'cause I killed it.
I'm fresh to death, I'm fresh to death
What you talkin' I came out a coffin.
I just can't see myself,
Living in a house of mirrors.
I bought me a double R,
'Cause I went from rags to riches.
And these niggas nag like bitches.
Actin' like little fags like Richard.
And all of my bitches be bad as vision
You gotta problem I can fix it like a mathematician.
I ammunition, call me ammo for short.
Trukfit shirt, camo the shorts.
Ya girl is a freak, ya man is a narc.
Put ya son in ya arm, or put one in ya dome
One in ya dome. One in ya dome
"Trigger Finger" by Soulja Boy Ft. Lil Wayne is a hard-hitting track that features raw and aggressive lyrics about the street life. The song talks about living life on the edge, constantly being ready to defend oneself, and never taking any shit from anyone. The first verse sets the tone for the rest of the track, with Soulja Boy declaring that he's not looking back and is a douchebag to anyone who tries to mess with him. He also talks about having a hammer in his drawers (implying that he's always armed) and being able to nail anyone's girl. The chorus features Lil Wayne repeating the line "My trigger finger itchin'" which adds to the overall theme of being ready for anything.
The second verse continues the harsh and aggressive tone by saying that life is all about bitches and money. Soulja Boy also claims to be able to pass weed like he studied it, showing off his street credibility. He then talks about how people are all tied to the track of his train of thought and that controlling his thoughts is like taming sharks. He also boasts about being a sensei and having fat pockets while calling out those in shape. The verse ends with the line "How the fuck you gon' talk shit to diarrhea" which seems random but serves to show how untouchable Soulja Boy believes he is.
Line by Line Meaning
I ain't lookin' back, nigga.
I don't dwell on the past.
I'm a douchebag to these pussy ass niggas.
I'm arrogant towards weak people.
Hammer in my drawers but I nail yo bitch.
I always have a weapon nearby in case I need it.
Blunts like fingers, I'm bout to make a fist.
I smoke a lot of blunts and I'm ready to fight.
Everybody die, gon' bury me alive.
Death is inevitable, so I might as well live like I'm dying.
Grab life by the horns, put the bullshit aside.
Take control of your life and ignore the drama.
Glock clip full like the moon in the sky.
I have a lot of bullets in my gun.
I'm at the gas station adding fuel to the fire.
I'm creating chaos wherever I go.
Life ain't shit but bitches and money.
Life is all about pleasure and finances.
I pass that weed, like I studied.
I smoke cannabis like an expert.
Bury me in fire and watch me phoenix.
I will rise from the ashes if I die.
Highway to Heaven, I'm taking the scenic.
I'm living life to the fullest and enjoying the journey.
You tied to the track of my train of thoughts.
You are following my way of thinking whether you realize it or not.
And controlling my thoughts is like taming sharks.
It's difficult to control my wild and chaotic thoughts.
And these hoes wanna kick it with me, I'm a sensei.
Women want to spend time with me because I'm skilled and experienced.
And I got fat pockets, you niggas in shape.
I have a lot of money while others are struggling financially.
Tools on deck, tattoos on necks.
I carry weapons with me and have visible tattoos.
Life is a bitch, I'll make her yo ex.
Life is difficult, but I can overcome it and move on.
Better turn to God, 'fore I turn to Godzilla.
It's better to seek spiritual guidance before I become destructive.
How the fuck you gon' talk shit to diarrhea
It's pointless to argue with me because I'm always going to come out on top.
Muthafucka it's on, I'm just rubbing 'em wrong.
I'm intentionally causing trouble and provoking others.
Put a bug in my ear, but not in my phone.
Tell me a secret, but don't record it.
I'll have a broke muthafucka run in ya home.
I'm willing to send someone to rob you even if they have nothing to lose.
For a crumb and a bone and put one in ya dome.
They would even kill you for a small reward.
Empty stomach, full clip
I'm ready for anything even if I'm hungry.
I'm gon' get it. Gon' get it
I'm going to achieve my goals.
My trigger finger itchin'
I'm ready to react violently if necessary.
I don't like to dream about gettin' paid.
I prefer to take action and earn my money.
You ain't gon' hurt nobody like Kid 'n Play.
You're not a threat to me.
Ain't nun sweet but the codeine nigga.
I only enjoy drugs, not anything else.
Eyes hella red like chlorine in 'em.
My eyes are extremely bloodshot from drug use.
I was gettin' that pussy, I was gettin' that money.
I was having sex and making money at the same time.
Long hair, don't care, Hacksaw Jim Duggan.
I'm confident and carefree like the wrestler Hacksaw Jim Duggan.
Too high to take a breath, too high to take a step.
I'm too stoned to function normally.
Two rights don't make a wrong, three rights, make a left.
Sometimes you need to take more than two steps to get to where you want to go.
The cops on my dick, the feds on my nerves.
Law enforcement is always after me.
I walk it like I talk it, got legs on my words.
I'm true to my words and follow through on my actions.
If she don't suck dick, I don't give her that dick.
If a woman doesn't meet my sexual standards, I won't engage with her sexually.
Got the world in my hands, I'mma dribble that bitch.
I have control over my life and I will succeed.
Money is the issue, full court pressure.
I'm constantly working hard to make more money.
I like my blunt, Nutty Professor.
I enjoy smoking a specific type of marijuana called Nutty Professor.
I'mma straight rider with a getaway driver.
I'm a criminal who can easily escape the scene of a crime.
Hit you dead on the money, now you dead on arrival
I will attack and kill my enemies with precision.
I don't fuck with these niggas, too old for new friends.
I don't make new friends because I'm too old for that.
But never too rich for new money.
I always have room for making more money.
These niggas buying hatorade by the twelve pack.
Other people are jealous of me and my success.
Like two stomachs.
They are so jealous that they have an upset stomach.
I'm laced up like two shoes, miss goody.
I'm well-dressed and confident like a fashion model.
Keep that ratchet nigga.
I always carry a weapon with me.
Trigger finger itchin', I'll scratch you nigga.
I'm ready to pull the trigger and harm my enemies.
Blow yo fuckin' brains out in traffic nigga.
I'm willing to kill anyone at any time.
Got green, New Orleans, St. Patrick nigga.
I have money and connections everywhere.
One bitch in the whip, one on the phone.
I have multiple women in my life right now.
The one on the phone, is in front of ya home.
One of my women is ready to attack you at your house.
She 'bout to run in ya home, and put one in ya dome.
My woman will attack and kill you if necessary.
Rest in peace to the game 'cause I'm fresh to death.
I'm better than everyone else in the game and they can't compete with me.
Tell them kill they self.
I want my competitors to fail and give up.
Make yo death wish, 'cause I'm too fresh.
You should be scared of me because I'm too good at what I do.
'Cause I'm fresh to death, 'cause I'm fresh to death
I have a lot of style and confidence.
You go broke tryna get fresh like this.
It's expensive to be as stylish as me.
Rest in peace to the game 'cause I killed it.
I ended the competition because I'm too good.
What you talkin' I came out a coffin.
I'm unstoppable and came back from the dead.
I just can't see myself, living in a house of mirrors.
I can't be fooled by illusions or trickery.
I bought me a double R, 'Cause I went from rags to riches.
I upgraded my lifestyle because of my success.
And these niggas nag like bitches.
My competitors are annoying and weak like women.
Actin' like little fags like Richard.
They are acting like a weak and feminine person named Richard.
And all of my bitches be bad as vision.
All of my women are attractive and sexy.
You gotta problem I can fix it like a mathematician.
I can solve any problem like a mathematician solves a math problem.
I ammunition, call me ammo for short.
I'm a weapon and can be called Ammo.
Trukfit shirt, camo the shorts.
I'm wearing fashionable clothing.
Ya girl is a freak, ya man is a narc.
Your girlfriend is sexually adventurous and your boyfriend is a snitch.
Put ya son in ya arm, or put one in ya dome.
I'm willing to harm or kill your family members.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, BLINKY BLINK MUSIC, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JERMAINE ANTHONY PREYAN, BRYAN WILLIAMS, DWAYNE CARTER, MICHAEL FOSTER, JORDAN HOUSTON, DEANDRE WAY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@FriendlyBlackFellow
"Motha fucka it's on
I'm just rubbin' em wrong
Put a bug in my ear
But not in my phone
I'll have a broke motha
fucka run in ya home
For a crumb and a bone
And put one in ya dome."
🔥🔥🔥 Love how he delivered those lines.
@gexx5675
Nobody:
Soulja boy: I’m fresh to death
@ralphblaine7153
Thanos type
@beatsbywessel2888
he's fresh to death
@DavidHernandez-ug3mj
Whatchu Talkin' I came OUTTA COFFINS' YOU COULD GO BROKE TRYING TOO GET FRESHH LIKE THISS BUT ""IMM FRESSSHH TO DEATHHH,,I'M FRESSHH TA DEATH"" R.I.P TOO THA GAMEE CUZ I KILT IT CUZ I'M FRESSHHH TA DEATH LMFAOO 🤣🤣🤣💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾 ""(ONN GANG MA NIGGUHH)""
@pradabears
rest in peace to the game
@thehonorableholyalmightywe1953
YOU TALKING I CAME OUT A COFFIN… YUH 🔥🔥🔥
@ianian4162
Wow, he really did it. He sampled "Leonardo's inventions" from Assassins Creed 2.
@mastamenace9401
LMAO Soulja said "yea" like he about to actually say some shit now then his verse ends
@carissakaisen5264
Exactly. I was like when i first listened. He's about to drop it.. ooh.. oh. Oohhh.. oh? Oh..... o..yeaaa...
@jakesauced1786
Worse verse ever