Swagga Like Us
T.I. Ft. Kanye West Lyrics


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No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us

No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us

No one on the corner,
Mr. West is in the building
Swagger on a hundred thousand, trillion (No one on the corner)
Hey yo I know I got it first
I'm Christopher Columbus, y'all just the pilgrims
Thanksgiving do we even gotta question
Hermes Pastille I pass the dressing
My attitude is tattooed
That means it's permanent, so I guess we should address it, huh?
My swagger is Mick Jagger
Every time I breathe on the track I asthma attack it
Why he's so mad for, why he gotta have it
Cause I slaved my whole life, now I'm the master
Na-na-na, how it feel to wake up and be the shit and the urine'a-na-na-na-nal
Trying to get that Kobe number, one over Jordan

No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us

(No one on the corner) Gotta bop like this
Can't wear skinny jeans cause my knots don't fit (No one on the corner)
Gotta pocket like this
So I rock Roc jeans cause my knots so thick
You can learn how to dress just by
Jockin' my fresh, jockin' jockin' my fresh, jockin' jocking' my fresh
Follow my steps, it's the road to success
Where the niggas know you thorough
And the girls say yes
But I can't teach you my swag
You can pay for school but you can't buy class
School of hard knocks I'm a grad
And that all-blue Yankee is my graduation cap, it's Hova!
Dipping different rovers whipping with the soda, Hova!
Could you even have any doubt after doubt it was over

No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us

No one on the corner has swagger like moi, Chuch
But I'm too clean for the choir
I require, what I desire
I got stripes, Adidas
Mami scream papi no mas!
Run up in your shit just me no mas
Running this shit like I got four thighs
None has swagger like this four guys!
When it comes to styles I got several
Sharper than a swagger, dagger all metal
And my jewels, blue and yellow
The type of shit that make 'em call you Carmelo
Rules as follows stay true to the ghetto
Write your name on the bullet make you feel special, ha
What the fuck you boys talking about?
I know its us cause we the only thing you talk about

No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us

Yea, ha! Ya think? that's right,
You know see Weezy for the wordplay,
Jeezy for the bird-play,
Kanyeezy for diversity and me for controversy,
All my verses picture perfect all is meant to serve a purpose,
You ain't living what you kicking then you worthless,
Looking from the surface it may seem that I got reason to be nervous
Then observe my work and see that my adversity was worth it,
Verses autobiographical, absolutely classical,
Last thing I'm worried 'bout is what another rapper do,
Ain't nobody hot as me
Even if they rap they ass off
Blast off and have outstanding quality,
Sell a lot of records I respect and salute that,
But spitting real life on hot beats I'm the truth at
You kick it like me no exaggeration necessary,
Living revolutionary, nothing less than legendary,
Gangsta shit hereditary, got it from my dad
Flow colder than February with extraordinary swag

No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us

No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us
Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
No one on the corner have swagger like us




Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
Like us, like us, like us, like us, like us, like us

Overall Meaning

In T.I.'s "Swagga Like Us," the lyrics talk about how there is no one on the corner that has swagger like them. The group shows off their style, success, and confidence through their lyrics. They also make references to other successful individuals such as Christopher Columbus, Mick Jagger, Kobe Bryant, and Michael Jordan. Not only that, but the group also speaks about how their life struggles have made them masters of their craft.


One of the song's most notable verses is by Jay-Z, where he talks about having such swag that he doesn't even fit in skinny jeans. He also mentions his graduation cap being a blue Yankees cap, symbolizing his success in the music industry. The song features Kanye's production as well as verses from Lil Wayne and Jay-Z, and it was released in September 2008.


Line by Line Meaning

No one on the corner have swagger like us
We are the epitome of swag and no one else even comes close to us.


Swagger like us, swagger swagger like us
Our swag is unmatched and everyone tries to imitate it.


Mr. West is in the building
Kanye West is present and ready to showcase his incredible talent.


Swagger on a hundred thousand, trillion (No one on the corner)
Our swagger is beyond measure and no one else even comes close to it.


Hey yo I know I got it first
I was the original trendsetter and everyone else has been trying to follow my lead.


I'm Christopher Columbus, y'all just the pilgrims
I am the discoverer of this new trend and everyone else is just copying me.


Thanksgiving do we even gotta question
Thanksgiving has become a symbol of our society where people just follow trends without questioning them.


Hermes Pastille I pass the dressing
I am so wealthy that I can afford expensive things like Hermes Pastille and I am so generous that I share it with others.


My attitude is tattooed
My attitude is a permanent part of me and cannot be changed easily.


That means it's permanent, so I guess we should address it, huh?
My attitude is not going anywhere, so it's better that we accept and deal with it.


My swagger is Mick Jagger
My swag is undeniable and comparable to the legendary Mick Jagger.


Every time I breathe on the track I asthma attack it
My style is so unique and dominant that it takes everyone's breath away and leaves them speechless.


Why he's so mad for, why he gotta have it
Others envy and resent me because I have something that they desire but cannot attain.


Cause I slaved my whole life, now I'm the master
I worked hard for my success and now I am the master of my own destiny.


Na-na-na, how it feel to wake up and be the shit and the urine'a-na-na-na-nal
It must feel great to wake up and realize that you are the best and no one can match your skills or success.


Trying to get that Kobe number, one over Jordan
I am always trying to surpass the greats who came before me, like Kobe and Jordan.


Gotta bop like this
I have a unique style that cannot be replicated.


Can't wear skinny jeans cause my knots don't fit (No one on the corner)
I cannot wear skinny jeans because my style and wealth do not allow me to be constrained by them.


Gotta pocket like this
I have a huge amount of wealth that is always with me, represented by my thick pockets.


So I rock Roc jeans cause my knots so thick
I wear Roc jeans because they are designed for people like me who have thick wallets and can afford them.


You can learn how to dress just by
My style is so iconic and dominant that others try to follow it and learn from it.


Jockin' my fresh, jockin' jockin' my fresh, jockin' jocking' my fresh
People are constantly imitating my style and trying to be like me.


Follow my steps, it's the road to success
If you follow my lead and style then you too can achieve success in life.


Where the niggas know you thorough
I am so well-known and respected that everyone recognizes me on sight.


And the girls say yes
Women are drawn to me because of my style, success, and confidence.


But I can't teach you my swag
My style and swag cannot be easily replicated or taught to others.


You can pay for school but you can't buy class
You can learn skills and knowledge in school, but class and style cannot be taught or bought with money.


School of hard knocks I'm a grad
I have learned my style and success through life experiences and challenges.


And that all-blue Yankee is my graduation cap, it's Hova!
I have reached a new level of success and that is represented by my all-blue Yankee hat, which symbolizes my graduation from struggling artist to successful mogul.


Dipping different rovers whipping with the soda, Hova!
I have achieved so much wealth and status that I can ride different types of luxury cars and drink expensive champagne while doing so.


Could you even have any doubt after doubt it was over
There should be no doubt in anyone's mind that my success and style is dominant and unstoppable.


No one on the corner has swagger like moi, Chuch
My swag is so unique and incomparable that no one on the block can match me.


But I'm too clean for the choir
I am too good and pure for the common people around me.


I require, what I desire
I am so wealthy that I can demand and acquire whatever I want.


I got stripes, Adidas
I am stylish and wealthy enough to wear stripes and the brand Adidas.


Mami scream papi no mas!
Women are constantly attracted to me, yelling 'no more' because they cannot resist my swag and charm.


Run up in your shit just me no mas
I can invade and take over any area or situation by myself, without any assistance or support.


Running this shit like I got four thighs
I am so powerful and dominant that it seems like I have four legs, like an animal running through the jungle.


None has swagger like this four guys!
The four of us, T.I., Kanye West, Jay-Z, and Lil Wayne have the ultimate swagger and no one else comes close.


When it comes to styles I got several
I have multiple styles and ways of expressing myself, which makes me unique and diverse.


Sharper than a swagger, dagger all metal
My swag is so sharp and strong that it is like a metal dagger that can cut through anything.


And my jewels, blue and yellow
My wealth and status are so high that I can afford expensive jewelry that is colored blue and yellow.


The type of shit that make 'em call you Carmelo
My style is so dominant and iconic that people compare me to the legendary basketball player, Carmelo Anthony.


Rules as follows stay true to the ghetto
Even though I have achieved wealth and success, I remain true to my roots and the place where I came from.


Write your name on the bullet make you feel special, ha
I am so powerful and dominant that I can write my name on a bullet and make it a symbol of my success and swag.


What the fuck you boys talking about?
Why are people even discussing or debating anything other than my success and swag?


I know its us cause we the only thing you talk about
Everyone is obsessed with us and our style, that's why we are the only topic of conversation.


Yea, ha! Ya think? that's right,
Of course, we are the best and no one can argue with that fact.


You know see Weezy for the wordplay, Jeezy for the bird-play, Kanyeezy for diversity and me for controversy,
Each one of us has a unique style and personality, like Lil Wayne for his great wordplay, Jeezy for his criminal background, Kanye West for his diverse talents, and me for my controversial and outspoken nature.


All my verses picture perfect all is meant to serve a purpose,
My lyrics and verses are perfectly crafted and have a specific purpose or message behind them.


You ain't living what you kicking then you worthless,
If you are not actually living or experiencing what you are talking about in your music, then you are not worth anything.


Looking from the surface it may seem that I got reason to be nervous
At first glance, it may appear that I have something to be afraid of or nervous about, but that is not the case.


Then observe my work and see that my adversity was worth it,
If you look at my work and success, you will see that all the struggles and challenges I faced were worth it in the end.


Verses autobiographical, absolutely classical,
My verses are based on my own life experiences and are timeless and classic in nature.


Last thing I'm worried 'bout is what another rapper do,
I am so successful and confident in my own abilities that I am not worried about what other rappers are doing or saying.


Ain't nobody hot as me
I am the best and no one else compares to me in terms of talent and swag.


Even if they rap they ass off
Even if other rappers try their best and reach their full potential, they still cannot match my style and success.


Blast off and have outstanding quality,
I always strive to create amazing music and have the highest quality in everything I do.


Sell a lot of records I respect and salute that,
I have respect for other successful artists and am happy for their success.


But spitting real life on hot beats I'm the truth at
I am the best at telling real-life stories and putting them on great beats and music.


You kick it like me no exaggeration necessary,
Others try to imitate my style and swagger, with no exaggeration needed to prove it.


Living revolutionary, nothing less than legendary,
I am always pushing the boundaries and breaking new ground, and my legacy will be legendary.


Gangsta shit hereditary, got it from my dad
My gangsta style and attitude were passed down to me from my father and family background.


Flow colder than February with extraordinary swag
My flow is so smooth and confident that it is similar to the coldness of February, and my swag is out of this world.


Like us, like us, like us, like us, like us, like us
There is no one else in the world who is like us and has what we have when it comes to style, talent, and success.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, SONGS MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: CLIFFORD HARRIS, DWAYNE CARTER, SHAWN CARTER, THOMAS WESLEY PENTZ, PAUL GUSTAVE SIMONON, JOHN DAVID MELLOR, GEOFFREY JONES MICHAEL, NICHOLAS BOWEN HEADON, MATHANGI ARULPRAGASAM, KANYE WEST, JEFF BHASKER, PAT REYNOLDS

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