Big Dog Status
T.I./Lil Wayne Lyrics


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[Verse: Scarface]
Young Face slangin, Ya Ya Ya
Heavyweight, Got a bad bitch in every state
On the grind, nonstop till I touch this cake
Mark ass niggas, stay the fuck up out my way
I be true O.G., you can quote what I say
I'm a H-town nigga from around the way
Southside, ridin' dirty like I'm UGK
Asshole by nature like my name was Tre
And I don't gangbang, I control the Game
What I'm representin' here's puttin' holes in brains
Oh, I say the same thing till I'm old and grey
For I falloff and rap about my clothes and chains
Grippin' grain and poppin' trunks, Dawg that ain't me
These elbows hit the scene back in '83
I stay street with it, dun asked that
You can find me in your hood pumpin' monster crack
I rollover rodents with rims on em
Sniffing out a rat, I expose them and then bend on em
I lotta bitches but they claiming they O.G.s
A straight up pussy, he claims he knows me
See I puttin out these VVdees
Let my shit hit the streets, he got to squat to pee
Got them eggs on these beams, so they watchin' me
Might trap for a rat, pussy watch and see

[Hook:]
I been straight for a long time
Gettin' checks for a long time
Gettin' Jake for a long time
E&J for a long time
Nigga, try to get like me
Been a G, for a long time
Been in the streets, for a long time
Toting heat, for a long time
Nigga, try to get like me

I got Big Dogg Status, I got Big Dogg Status
I got Big Dogg Status, I got Big Dogg Status
I got Big Dogg Status, I got Big Dogg Status
I got Big Dogg Status, I got Big Dogg Status

[Verse: T.I.]
It's your price, but I ain's scared
It's my pleasure to say it right, don't think I ain't said
They got prices on my, nigga I don't slip
Clips longer than giraffe necks, that's why I don't trip
Just open up and let em rip, nothing new to a G
Hey, I ain't worried about these niggas, till they shoot at me
My partner died, daughter too, your excuses to me
Still a busta ass rapper I'm refusing to be
Scarface seem to think I'm the king,
You're a fool if you think,
There's another new, young rapper dude out there that's cooler than me
I choose in the V, brand new with the beat
I live real life like I say I do in the beat
Yeah, true indeed I do indeed
Do it for the O.G.s and the true MCs
Them bustas say this year I got brand new and it's all phat
But the fightin' in the club, I'm done with all that
Nigga, his ass out of line, then his ass gettin' whacked
Give a west-side 10 stacks and that's that
But maybe less as a matter of fact
Nigga don't be testin' the professor, What's the matter with cats

[Hook:]
I been straight for a long time
Gettin' checks for a long time
Gettin' Jake for a long time
E&J for a long time
Nigga, try to get like me
Been a G, for a long time
Been in the streets, for a long time
Toting heat, for a long time
Nigga, try to get like me

I got Big Dogg Status, I got Big Dogg Status
I got Big Dogg Status, I got Big Dogg Status
I got Big Dogg Status, I got Big Dogg Status
I got Big Dogg Status, I got Big Dogg Status

[Verse: Lil Wayne]
I Been doing this shit, nigga who are you
Little nigga I done seen keys bigger than you
Nigga, you ain't know shit,
Cut off a nigga head, make him suck his own dick
How the game go
Money over bitches and flowers over snitches
Money over bitches and flowers over snitches
Mr., Mr. Scarface, pistol into yardfish (What the hell is this)?
Mr., Mr. Scarface, pistol into yardfish (What the hell is this)?
Yaaahhhh!

[Verse: Scarface]
Came here to exercise my game
Spreadin' love to the hood's, how I do my thang
Smokin' with my homies, barbecuing them wangs
Sip hennesy and coke, cause I don't fuck with dranks
Hoe pop pills either cause that shit ain't coll
We just drunk and mad dawg fo we went to school
Lik off, back then I was smashin' boys
Jump wrong, you saw a nigga get his ass destroyed
Same rules right now, I demand respect
If I slap one hoe, then her man's is next
I'm a kick door robber, A hot shot driver
A crack rock slingin muthafucka for a dollar
If you dare to be laid, then off in the acky
But if it ain't no way, then best believe I'm take it off a
A Nigga with no hustle, it ain't work it yet
And a bitch like that is even worse than death
Out in the hood bullshittin' is what this game can cost him
And if a nigga can't maintain mane he lost it
Be a nerd, and they fuck nerds in jail I heard
As a nigga, I'm up in here with my balls and my word

[Hook:]
I been straight for a long time
Gettin' checks for a long time
Gettin' Jake for a long time
E&J for a long time
Nigga, try to get like me
Been a G, for a long time
Been in the streets, for a long time
Toting heat, for a long time
Nigga, try to get like me

I got Big Dogg Status, I got Big Dogg Status
I got Big Dogg Status, I got Big Dogg Status




I got Big Dogg Status, I got Big Dogg Status
I got Big Dogg Status, I got Big Dogg Status

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song "Big Dog Status" by T.I./Lil Wayne ft. Scarface and UTP describe the life of a gangsta and his journey to achieving respect and power in the streets. Scarface, who is known for his powerful voice and insightful lyrics, opens the song with a boastful proclamation of his stature in the drug game. He talks about his hustling, his bad bitches, and his non-stop grind for money. Scarface emphasizes that he is a true OG, representing his hometown Houston, and not a fake gangster who raps about material things like clothes and chains. He also boasts about his "big dogg status" and the power he holds over his competitors.


In the following verse, Scarface talks about the rules of the game, which he abides by strictly. He demands respect and will retaliate if he doesn't get it. He talks about his past as a robber and drug dealer, and how he came up in the game. Scarface believes in the power of his word and his authenticity as a gangster. The chorus, sung by Scarface and UTP, emphasizes their status as big dogs in the streets, essentially telling other wannabe gangsters to try to keep up if they can.


The final verse, delivered by Wacko, describes his own journey to success as a rapper. He talks about his early days driving luxury cars, such as a Benz and Ferrari, and his focus on money, power, and respect. He emphasizes that fame was not his main goal, just a bonus. Wacko also talks about his willingness to resort to violence if necessary, sending a message to anyone who crosses him. Overall, the song's lyrics glorify the gangster lifestyle and the pursuit of power and respect in the streets.


Line by Line Meaning

Young Face slangin, Ya Ya Ya
I am a young and influential figure, making a name for myself


Heavyweight, Got a bad bitch in every state
I have a lot of power and influence, and I have attractive women in every state


On the grind, nonstop till I touch this cake
I am constantly working hard and hustling to make money


Mark ass niggas, stay the fuck up out my way
Incompetent individuals, stay away from me and don't hinder my progress


I be true O.G., you can quote what I say
I am an original gangster, and my words should be remembered and respected


I'm a H-town nigga from around the way
I am a person from Houston with influence in the neighborhood


Southside, ridin' dirty like I'm UGK
Representing the Southside and living a dangerous lifestyle like UGK (Underground Kingz)


Asshole by nature like my name was Tre
I have a rude and arrogant personality, like someone named Tre


And I don't gangbang, I control the Game
I don't participate in gang activities, but I have control and influence in the streets


What I'm representin' here's puttin' holes in brains
The lifestyle and image I depict results in violence and chaos


Oh, I say the same thing till I'm old and grey
I will continue to express the same ideas and principles until I'm old


For I falloff and rap about my clothes and chains
I won't compromise my integrity by only rapping about materialistic things


Grippin' grain and poppin' trunks, Dawg that ain't me
Showing off expensive cars and flashy accessories isn't who I am


These elbows hit the scene back in '83
I've been in the game since 1983, making a big impact


I stay street with it, dun asked that
I stay true to the streets, don't question that


You can find me in your hood pumpin' monster crack
In your neighborhood, I'm known for selling large quantities of drugs


I rollover rodents with rims on em
I dominate and hold power over weak individuals, even with luxury cars


Sniffing out a rat, I expose them and then bend on em
I can detect disloyalty and betrayal, and I will retaliate against those who cross me


I lotta bitches but they claiming they O.G.s
I have many women claiming to be experienced gangsters like me


A straight up pussy, he claims he knows me
Someone who is weak and cowardly claims to be familiar with me


See I puttin out these VVdees
I'm releasing music videos


Let my shit hit the streets, he got to squat to pee
When my music is released, it has a significant impact on inferior artists


Got them eggs on these beams, so they watchin' me
I have valuable possessions that attract attention and envy


Might trap for a rat, pussy watch and see
I might set up a trap to catch someone who is disloyal and weak


It's your price, but I ain's scared
You can set your own price, but I'm not intimidated


It's my pleasure to say it right, don't think I ain't said
I take pleasure in speaking my mind, and don't doubt that I have


They got prices on my, nigga I don't slip
People have put a bounty on my head, but I never make mistakes


Clips longer than giraffe necks, that's why I don't trip
I have extended ammunition magazines, so I don't worry about running out of bullets


Just open up and let em rip, nothing new to a G
I will shoot freely and aggressively, as it's something a true gangster is accustomed to


Hey, I ain't worried about these niggas, till they shoot at me
I don't concern myself with others until they pose a direct threat to me


My partner died, daughter too, your excuses to me
I have experienced the loss of close individuals, so I don't want to hear your excuses


Still a busta ass rapper I'm refusing to be
Despite my success, I refuse to be just another mediocre rapper


Scarface seem to think I'm the king,
Scarface believes I am the best and most influential


You're a fool if you think,
You are foolish if you believe there's someone better than me


There's another new, young rapper dude out there that's cooler than me
There's no other young rapper who is cooler and more talented than me


I choose in the V, brand new with the beat
I make the best choices in the music industry and my beats are always fresh


I live real life like I say I do in the beat
I live the authentic lifestyle I rap about


Yeah, true indeed I do indeed
Without a doubt, I truly embody what I rap about


Do it for the O.G.s and the true MCs
I rap and live my life for the original gangsters and the real hip-hop artists


Them bustas say this year I got brand new and it's all phat
Some haters claim that I have changed and become successful this year


But the fightin' in the club, I'm done with all that
I'm tired of getting involved in fights at clubs


Nigga, his ass out of line, then his ass gettin' whacked
If someone disrespects me, they will face the consequences


Give a west-side 10 stacks and that's that
I will pay a generous amount to someone from the west side and consider the matter resolved


But maybe less as a matter of fact
Actually, I might offer less depending on the situation


Nigga don't be testin' the professor, What's the matter with cats
Don't challenge my expertise, what's wrong with people who try to do so


I Been doing this shit, nigga who are you
I have been involved in this industry for a long time, so who are you to question me


Little nigga I done seen keys bigger than you
I have witnessed and been involved with larger drug operations than you


Nigga, you ain't know shit,
You don't know anything about the streets and the game


Cut off a nigga head, make him suck his own dick
I have the power to humiliate and emasculate someone by severing their head


How the game go
This is how the game operates


Money over bitches and flowers over snitches
I prioritize making money over focusing on women, and I prefer loyalty over snitching


Mr., Mr. Scarface, pistol into yardfish (What the hell is this)?
I am Mr. Scarface, and I will shoot and eliminate my enemies (What is this nonsense)?


Came here to exercise my game
I have come here to showcase my skills and dominance


Spreadin' love to the hood's, how I do my thang
I am showing love and support to the neighborhood, which is my way of operating


Smokin' with my homies, barbecuing them wangs
I enjoy smoking marijuana with my friends and grilling delicious food


Sip hennesy and coke, cause I don't fuck with dranks
I prefer drinking Hennessy mixed with coke rather than other alcoholic beverages


Hoe pop pills either cause that shit ain't coll
I don't think it's cool for women to consume drugs


We just drunk and mad dawg fo we went to school
Before attending school, we would get intoxicated and angry


Lik off, back then I was smashin' boys
Back then, I was physically dominating and defeating my opponents


Jump wrong, you saw a nigga get his ass destroyed
If someone made a wrong move, they faced severe consequences


Same rules right now, I demand respect
The same rules of respect apply to me now, and I expect others to acknowledge it


If I slap one hoe, then her man's is next
If I physically harm a woman, her male partner will face the consequences


I'm a kick door robber, A hot shot driver
I am involved in breaking into homes and driving recklessly


A crack rock slingin muthafucka for a dollar
I am someone who sells crack cocaine for a small profit


If you dare to be laid, then off in the acky
If you disrespect me, then you will face the consequences


But if it ain't no way, then best believe I'm take it off a
If there's no other option, I am prepared to resort to violence


A Nigga with no hustle, it ain't work it yet
Someone without ambition and drive hasn't experienced real success yet


And a bitch like that is even worse than death
A woman without motivation is more disappointing than death itself


Out in the hood bullshittin' is what this game can cost him
If someone wastes time and engages in meaningless activities, it can ruin their reputation in the neighborhood


And if a nigga can't maintain mane he lost it
If someone can't handle their responsibilities, they have lost their credibility


Be a nerd, and they fuck nerds in jail I heard
If someone behaves like a weak and uncool individual, they will be taken advantage of in jail


As a nigga, I'm up in here with my balls and my word
As a strong and respected individual, I am confident in my actions and promises




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Comments from YouTube:

@timmacon8714

Still slapping it to this day straight classic!

@uechiblu3000

"I roll over rodents in rovers with rims on em" - ScarFace

@franksmith3426

What does it even mean?

@younghannibal7434

That shit cold

@theswistory9692

@@franksmith3426he commits vehicular homicide on snitches in a nice car

@kristicross

2023 🔥

@mauricetolliver739

Just

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@daylangreen3800

Scarface and T.I. Murdered this track

@mikexoxxxo

wayne did too

@franksmith3426

@@mikexoxxxo shit wayne had the coldest line, " M.O.B, and flowers over snitches" I dont get why he only had 4 bars on the whole track

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