Don't Blame Me
Tech N9ne Lyrics

Money, money change everybody
Wealth has a transformative effect on all individuals.

Money change everything
Money has the ability to impact various aspects of life.

I bet some of you didn't know that
The singer assumes that the audience is not aware of the impact of money.

Pitch black smoke, gunshots and sirens
The environment is filled with danger, violence, and negativity.

Street whores, dope boys and tirants
The streets are populated with individuals involved in criminal activities and prostitution.

Living for square blocks, like roaches and rats
Individuals in the area are confined to their immediate surroundings, much like vermin.

If you lookin, every other nigga got porshes and sacks
It appears that luxury cars and drugs are abundant in this environment.

And if you wolfin, every nigga on the porch got a strap
If someone is antagonizing others, those individuals are likely armed, ready to retaliate or defend themselves.

If you with him, every nigga on the porch got his back
If a person is allied with someone else, their friends are also allies of that person.

Motherfuckers, it ain't safe round here
The environment is not secure or protective in any way.

Strange niggas catch a bullet in they face round here
Unfamiliar individuals are targeted and often killed in this area.

Move, cause there ain't any time for mistakes round here
It is necessary to quickly move away from this environment to avoid errors that could lead to danger or death.

Get life if you catch a case round here
If someone is charged with a crime, their punishment could result in a lifelong sentence in jail.

20 grand for them cakes round here
Drugs are expensive in this area, and the singer is likely referencing cocaine.

So soft, but we[?] round here
The drugs may appear to be weak, but are still sold in large amounts.

It ain't no desert, but there's snakes round here
There may not actually be sand or reptiles, but dangerous individuals exist in this community.

Fuck the look and the smell, it's bout the taste round here
Regardless of appearance or odor, these drugs will be consumed because of the desired effect.

Keep the 40 on our waist round here
Individuals are likely carrying a .40 caliber firearm concealed on their person for personal protection.

Case we gotta put a nigga in his place down here
If someone poses a threat or is disrespectful, they may be physically harmed or killed as a result.

They said I'd change when I get it
The artist has likely been told that receiving money would change them as a person.

But it's the same when I shuffled in the rain, had to get it
Despite obtaining money, the artist's behavior remains unchanged and they have worked hard to attain their wealth.

Never restrained from the didgets
The artist has never been hesitant to seek financial gain.

But in this game if you got it, the danger's exquisite
Although having money can be advantageous, the dangers lurking around are also heightened.

It's like a rush for me
The artist experiences a high or thrill from obtaining money.

Stackin paper and making music is all I know
The singer's main source of income is generating wealth and creating music.

Never had too much money
The singer hasn't always had the same level of financial security, and may have struggled with poverty or lack of resources in the past.

Nigga, me and my dudes make moves
The singer has a group of associates that they work closely with to earn money.

You afraid to lose and get a brooze
Individuals who are scared of failure are unlikely to succeed, and may even be physically harmed as a result.

My pockets full,[?]
The artist has a substantial amount of money on their person.

You broke, no screws for ya
Those who are without money are less likely to receive help or support from others.

No niggas that'll shoot for ya
Individuals without acquaintances willing to use violence to protect them are at a significant disadvantage.

No naked hoes, no Coopes for ya
Individuals without finances will not have access to luxurious or desirable material goods.

This shit amazing
The artist is impressed or awed by their own financial success.

Been doing this since 92
The artist has been involved in music and entrepreneurship since 1992.

Lil stash, lil juice, [?]
The singer references having a small amount of drugs and alcohol on their person.

Who can you blame for my arrogants?
The artist acknowledges their own arrogance.

It's so large, [?]
The singer's wealth and success are significant.

Can't hold a lot of weight
The singer recognizes that there are certain limitations or challenges to their own position or success.

Don't blame me
The singer is not responsible for the actions or behaviors of others.

Don't blame me for the things you do
Individuals are responsible for their own actions and decisions, and cannot hold the artist accountable.

This money's even changing you
Wealth has a transformative effect not only on the artist, but on others as well.

Don't blame me for the things you see
The singer is not to blame for the environment or behaviors of others.

This money's even changing me
The singer acknowledges their own transformation as a result of financial success.