Have It
T‐Pain Lyrics


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Ladies and gentlemen
You are now in tuned to what unknown buffoon
With enough room in he's tomb to blow your mind like "Boom"
Then you assume, that I have done something wrong in my life
But at the same time I'm gonna try to describe the vibe
Of the world through my eyes
And maybe you won't despise me
Or try to deprive me of the respect that I need (oh, I see)
You don't know that the nigga Motor just blow and I'm walking by myself
Talking to myself up and down the streets when both my feet is in old shoes
And all these old dudes talking 'bout "oh,
It ain't that bad, I walked through the snow in school"
Bitch we live in Tallahassee a place were it never snows
But it rains on Pain 'cause
Faheem can't take it
My head is a mail box and it's full and I don't want to check it
I wanna buy a whole damn car just to wreck it
'Cause this fucked nigga told my wife I got two other girls pregnant
Now you think I'm gon' change 'cause my wife cries all night
And I'm not the quite husband type, you're damn right
'Cause I've been living my whole damn life without my damn mic
And my damn light beer doin'
One day I might see you in a fi-fight with you
I can take your life in two ways
A heart way and bad way,
Cause if I have a bad day then you may not make it to the Youngbloodz concert
Ladies and gentlemen I'm sorry if I'm losing you
But I'm just sick and tired of trying to get my
So, don't come to me with your 23's with that fake ass smile
Smoking on your black-n-mile 'cause all the while
I know what you're saying in your head
This nigga go stronger than me, longer than me but he gon' never be shit
'Cause everything belonging to me
See I refuse to be abuse and misused and accused of not paying my dues




I'm not a crack addict but if you want everything I got you gon' get it
'Cause I'm a let your ass have it

Overall Meaning

In T-Pain's song "Have It", the lyrics touch on various emotions and experiences that the artist has had in his life. He addresses the perception that people may have of him, assuming that he has done something wrong because of the success he has achieved. He then goes on to describe the world through his eyes and begs for respect from those who may judge him without knowing him. He talks about his struggles with the pressures that come with fame, including gossip about him having cheated on his wife, and how his head feels overwhelmed with everything going on in his life. As the song progresses, he becomes more assertive and begins to assert his dominance over those who doubt him, declaring that everything he has belongs to him and he will not be abused or accused of not paying his dues.


Line by Line Meaning

Ladies and gentlemen
T-Pain is addressing his audience, acknowledging their presence and attention.


You are now in tuned to what unknown buffoon
He refers to himself as an unknown buffoon, as he is often misunderstood by his critics and labeled as a foolish or stupid person by them.


With enough room in he's tomb to blow your mind like 'Boom'
He is confident in his ability to surprise and amaze his listeners with his music, to the point where it can be overwhelming.


Then you assume, that I have done something wrong in my life
He acknowledges that people often jump to conclusions and make assumptions about his character based on his public image or behavior.


But at the same time I'm gonna try to describe the vibe
He intends to share his perspective and feelings about the world and his experiences through his music.


Of the world through my eyes
He emphasizes that his music is a reflection of his personal worldview and experiences.


And maybe you won't despise me
He hopes that his audience will appreciate and understand him better through his music, rather than judge or dislike him unfairly.


Or try to deprive me of the respect that I need (oh, I see)
He fears that his critics or haters might try to undermine or diminish his accomplishments, and he expresses frustration about this.


You don't know that the nigga Motor just blow and I'm walking by myself
He refers to his car breaking down, and feeling alone and unsupported at that moment.


Talking to myself up and down the streets when both my feet is in old shoes
He emphasizes his struggle and hardship, as he is walking on the streets with worn out shoes and has no one to talk to except himself.


And all these old dudes talking 'bout 'oh, It ain't that bad, I walked through the snow in school'
He criticizes people who downplay his struggles or compare them to their own experiences, which he believes are insignificant or irrelevant to his own situation.


Bitch we live in Tallahassee a place were it never snows
He points out the fact that his hometown does not experience snow, and therefore the comparison to walking through the snow in school is invalid.


But it rains on Pain 'cause Faheem can't take it
He uses wordplay to describe his emotional pain and how it affects him, as his real name is Faheem.


My head is a mail box and it's full and I don't want to check it
He describes his mental and emotional overload, as he has too many things going on in his head and does not want to deal with them.


I wanna buy a whole damn car just to wreck it
He expresses his frustration and anger by suggesting that he wants to destroy something, even if it is valuable or important to him.


'Cause this fucked nigga told my wife I got two other girls pregnant
He reveals a personal issue that caused him great distress and anger, as someone spread rumors about him cheating on his wife.


Now you think I'm gon' change 'cause my wife cries all night
He challenges the assumption that he will change his behavior just because his wife is upset, as he values his independence and honesty.


And I'm not the quite husband type, you're damn right
He asserts that he is not the typical submissive or passive husband, and he is proud of it.


'Cause I've been living my whole damn life without my damn mic
He explains that his music is his life, and without it he feels incomplete or lost.


And my damn light beer doin'
He makes a reference to his preferred brand of beer, likely to show his personal taste and style.


One day I might see you in a fi-fight with you
He suggests that he may encounter someone who challenges or provokes him, and he may resort to violence in response.


I can take your life in two ways
He implies that he has power and control over others, and he can either spare or end their lives depending on his mood or situation.


A heart way and bad way
He contrasts between a merciful or peaceful way of dealing with people, and a violent or destructive way.


'Cause if I have a bad day then you may not make it to the Youngbloodz concert
He jokes about his temper and how it might affect his fans, suggesting that he might hurt someone and therefore they will not be able to attend his concert.


Ladies and gentlemen I'm sorry if I'm losing you
He apologizes in case his music or message does not resonate with or appeal to his audience.


But I'm just sick and tired of trying to get my
He expresses his frustration and exhaustion with the music industry and the struggle to gain recognition and success.


So, don't come to me with your 23's with that fake ass smile
He warns people not to approach him with fake or insincere intentions, especially those who display their wealth or status through their clothing or accessories.


Smoking on your black-n-mile 'cause all the while
He criticizes people who smoke and act arrogant or superior, implying that they are not as tough or cool as they appear.


I know what you're saying in your head
He claims that he can read people's minds and intentions, and he is aware of their true motives and feelings.


This nigga go stronger than me, longer than me but he gon' never be shit
He addresses his haters or rivals, who underestimate or belittle him, and he confidently asserts that he will surpass them in fame and success.


'Cause everything belonging to me
He claims ownership and control over his life and career, and he is determined to succeed on his own terms.


See I refuse to be abuse and misused and accused of not paying my dues
He asserts his dignity and integrity, and he refuses to be treated unfairly or unjustly by others, particularly in the music industry where exploitation and manipulation is common.


I'm not a crack addict but if you want everything I got you gon' get it
He declares that he is not addicted to drugs or any other vices, but he will defend and protect his possessions and reputation if threatened or challenged.


'Cause I'm a let your ass have it
He warns that he will take action and retaliate if provoked or assaulted, and he will not hold back or show mercy.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: FAHEEM RASHEED NAJM

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