On July 1, 2014, Tee Grizzley was one of three people arrested following an attempted robbery at a jewelry store in Lexington, Kentucky. On September 30, 2015, he was sentenced to 18 months to 15 years for several robberies at Hubbard Hall on Michigan State University campus that took place in February 2014. On October 16, 2016, he was released from Michigan prison.
He first released "First Day Out" in November 2016. The music video, posted to YouTube, gained over 2 million views in less than three weeks. He later signed to 300 Entertainment & Atlantic Records in 2017. He released his second single, "Second Day Out", in February 2017. His third single "From The D To The A" featuring Lil Yachty was released in March 2017. He released "No Effort" and its accompanying music video on March 31, 2017. His debut mixtape My Moment was released on April 7, 2017. Grizzley said that his record sales tripled after his song was featured in a LeBron James Instagram post. Grizzley's song "Teetroit" was released on July 28, 2017. The single "Beef", featuring Meek Mill, was released on September 1, 2017. He received two 2017 BET Hip Hop Award nominations for Best New Hip-Hop Artist and Best Mixtape for My Moment. He released the song "Win" on October 6, 2017.
Grizzley released the song "What Yo City Like" with rapper Lil Durk on November 30, 2017. The two released the joint mixtape Bloodas on December 8. He released the single "Colors" in February 2018. Later that year he released his first non mix-tape album "Activated" with hits like "Jettski Grizzley" ft Lil Pump, "Fuck it off" ft Chris Brown and "2 vaults" ft Lil Yatchy. At the end of the year he released "Still my Moment" Mix-tape in preparation for another album which has seen moderate success with songs like "pray for the drip" ft offset.
Connect
Tee Grizzley Lyrics
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I'm in London, got my beat from London
Run up a check on them niggas, I got 'em bitter off that
They give me nothing but they still be feeling that I should be giving them that
When I come back off the road I take a victory lap
Just can't do no dumb shit with none of these fuck niggas, ain't get that victory back
Turn up
Big MAC with 50 shots, you playing, I'm giving you that
I ain't got a way to it, y'all side, I got in the building with that
Ride me, and I wanna see blood, there ain't no giving it back
Niggas watched me run around broke
It ain't no feeling like that
Pressed 'em up off a 3 minute rap
JB, how they feel about that? (on the first day out)
Girl I wanna fuck you in this Wraith
Tell me how you feel about that (how you feel about that)
After this, I'm ignoring your texts
Bitch, you got a nigga for that
My stomach was touching my back (it was)
I was in my feelings 'bout that (I was)
Remember my freedom got snatched? (it did)
I was in my feelings 'bout that (I was)
But I ain't get hit with no net (I didn't)
They in their feelings 'bout that (they is)
These niggas got overlapped (they did)
They in their feelings 'bout that (they is)
But I got a Cali connect
In case I don't make it in rap
I gotta Texas connect
They ain't gon' run out of Ac'
I got a Miami connect
My Haitian will throw you a bag
I got a Atlanta connect
They gon' pull up with them straps
Shout-out to my nigga Yachty (one-hunnid)
He put the bird on the boat (one-hunnid)
That bitch say she got a nigga (oh yeah?)
I can take care of you both (for real)
My people say, and I quote (fuck 'em)
"Boy, you will never get on." (fuck 'em)
Now all their faces so long (oh yeah)
My free CD damn near went gold (went gold)
Tell the promoter just come with a dub, and I'ma come pack out the place (it's lit)
Don't talk 'bout the business, call up the Affluent, my nigga, they gon' get you straight
And you gotta send half while we on the phone, or we can't lock in the date
You try to take up for that nigga's beef, you gon' get dropped in his place
And I got a plug in Virginia
In case I don't make it with lyrics
Give a fuck if this your city
I'll put niggas on Spirit
When they get hear it, you wick it
I just met Gotti in Memphis
I only fuck with the streets
Can't relate to these industry niggas
My stomach was touching my back (it was)
I was in my feelings 'bout that (I was)
Remember my freedom got snatched? (it did)
I was in my feelings 'bout that (I was)
But I ain't get hit with no net (I didn't)
They in their feelings 'bout that (they is)
These niggas got overlapped (they did)
They in their feelings 'bout that (they is)
But I got a Cali connect
In case I don't make it in rap
I gotta Texas connect
They ain't gon' run out of Ac'
I got a Miami connect
My Haitian will throw you a bag
I got a Atlanta connect
They gon' pull up with them straps
And I got a plug in Virginia
In case I don't make it with lyrics
Give a fuck if this your city
I'll put niggas on Spirit
When they get hear it, you wick it
I just met Gotti in Memphis
I only fuck with the streets
Can't relate to these industry niggas
In Tee Grizzley's song "Connect," he opens with the recurring line "Take off" followed by "I'm in London, got my beat from London." This line sets the tone for the song, indicating that Tee Grizzley is about to embark on a journey or achieve success. The lyrics that follow focus on his rise to fame, the struggles he faced, and the connections he has made along the way.
Tee Grizzley raps about running up a check on his haters, making them bitter, and feeling entitled to the success he has achieved. He mentions taking a victory lap when he returns from being on the road, symbolizing his triumphs and successes. Tee Grizzley emphasizes that he cannot associate with fake people who try to take advantage of his success. He also boasts about having a Cali connect, a Texas connect, a Miami connect, and an Atlanta connect, highlighting the network of people he has established in various cities.
Throughout the song, Tee Grizzley reflects on his past struggles, including facing imprisonment and having his freedom snatched away. However, he asserts that he did not let these obstacles hold him back, emphasizing that he did not get hit with a "net" (likely referring to legal charges). He also displays a sense of pride in his accomplishments, mentioning that his "free CD damn near went gold."
Overall, "Connect" showcases Tee Grizzley's journey from struggle to success and the connections he has made in different cities, symbolizing both his personal growth and his rise in the music industry.
Line by Line Meaning
Take off (take off)
Start moving forward with determination and speed
I'm in London, got my beat from London
I am currently in London and obtained the instrumental for my song from there
Run up a check on them niggas, I got 'em bitter off that
I am making a significant amount of money and it upsets those who don't have the same success
They give me nothing but they still be feeling that I should be giving them that
Even though they contribute nothing to my success, they still expect me to provide for them
When I come back off the road I take a victory lap
After completing a successful tour, I celebrate my triumphs
Just can't do no dumb shit with none of these fuck niggas, ain't get that victory back
I have to be cautious and avoid engaging in foolish activities with individuals who aren't supportive, as I can't regain my accomplishments once lost
Turn up
Get excited and enthusiastic
Trap house with the space heater, I was just sitting in that
I used to occupy a trap house with a space heater, where I would spend my time
Big MAC with 50 shots, you playing, I'm giving you that
I possess a large firearm with 50 rounds and I will use it if you provoke me
I ain't got a way to it, y'all side, I got in the building with that
I don't have a specific approach, but through my determination, I've made it to where I am today
Ride me, and I wanna see blood, there ain't no giving it back
If someone antagonizes me, I want to witness them experience harm, and there's no way to undo the consequences
Niggas watched me run around broke
People observed as I struggled financially
It ain't no feeling like that
There is no sensation comparable to the desperation of being broke
Pressed 'em up off a 3 minute rap
I confronted and intimidated individuals solely through a three-minute rap song
JB, how they feel about that? (on the first day out)
JB, inquire about how they react to my success, particularly on the day I was released from incarceration
Girl I wanna fuck you in this Wraith
I desire to engage in sexual activity with you inside this luxury car, the Wraith
Tell me how you feel about that (how you feel about that)
Express your emotions and thoughts regarding the prospect of engaging in sexual activity with me in the Wraith
After this, I'm ignoring your texts
Once this encounter is over, I will no longer respond to your text messages
Bitch, you got a nigga for that
You have a partner who can fulfill your needs and desires, so I am not obligated to provide for you in that way
My stomach was touching my back (it was)
I was experiencing severe hunger to the point where I could feel my stomach against my back
I was in my feelings 'bout that (I was)
I was emotionally affected and upset by my hunger
Remember my freedom got snatched? (it did)
Recall the time when my liberty was taken away from me
I was in my feelings 'bout that (I was)
I was emotionally affected and upset by the loss of my freedom
But I ain't get hit with no net (I didn't)
Fortunately, I avoided getting caught by the police or facing legal consequences
They in their feelings 'bout that (they is)
They are emotionally affected and upset by my ability to avoid trouble with the law
These niggas got overlapped (they did)
These individuals were outperformed or surpassed by me
They in their feelings 'bout that (they is)
They are emotionally affected and upset by being overshadowed by my success
And I got a Cali connect
I have established a valuable connection in California
In case I don't make it in rap
If I am unable to achieve success in the music industry
I gotta Texas connect
I have a valuable connection in Texas
They ain't gon' run out of Ac'
They won't have a shortage of narcotics
I got a Miami connect
I have a valuable connection in Miami
My Haitian will throw you a bag
My association with a Haitian individual will provide you with a substantial amount of drugs
I got a Atlanta connect
I have a valuable connection in Atlanta
They gon' pull up with them straps
They will arrive armed with firearms
Shout-out to my nigga Yachty (one-hunnid)
Expressing appreciation and acknowledgement to my friend Yachty
He put the bird on the boat (one-hunnid)
He provided the drugs and successfully transported them
That bitch say she got a nigga (oh yeah?)
The woman claims to have a partner
I can take care of you both (for real)
I am capable of providing for both her and her partner
My people say, and I quote (fuck 'em)
My associates express a disregard and lack of concern for others
"Boy, you will never get on." (fuck 'em)
People told me that I would never achieve success
Now all their faces so long (oh yeah)
Now they display disappointment and regret
My free CD damn near went gold (went gold)
My CD, which was released for free, almost achieved gold certification
Tell the promoter just come with a dub, and I'ma come pack out the place (it's lit)
Inform the promoter to bring a significant amount of money, and I will attract a large crowd to the event
Don't talk 'bout the business, call up the Affluent, my nigga, they gon' get you straight
Avoid discussing the business aspects and instead reach out to the influential individuals who will assist and guide you
And you gotta send half while we on the phone, or we can't lock in the date
To secure a booking, you must transfer a deposit while we are on the call
You try to take up for that nigga's beef, you gon' get dropped in his place
If you attempt to mediate or intervene in someone else's conflict, you will face severe consequences
And I got a plug in Virginia
I have a valuable connection or contact in Virginia
In case I don't make it with lyrics
If I am unable to achieve success as a rapper
Give a fuck if this your city
I don't care if this is your hometown
I'll put niggas on Spirit
I will introduce individuals to illegal activities involving drugs
When they get hear it, you wick it
When the authorities become aware of what is happening, you quickly dispose of the evidence
I just met Gotti in Memphis
I recently had a meeting with Gotti, a prominent figure in Memphis
I only fuck with the streets
I only associate with individuals involved in criminal activities
Can't relate to these industry niggas
I cannot connect or find common ground with individuals in the music industry
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Hector Chapparo, London Holmes, Terry Sanchez Wallace
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
TooClutch99
this came out last year.. still fire 🔥🔥🔥
Baby Girl
Tee got me staying up for all this heat 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Gotta hear whole Album #WhatsSleep😈
Xavier Wilson
My freedom got snatched I was in my feelings about that my stomach was touching my back I was in my Feelings about that 🇺🇸😠🇺🇸😠🇺🇸😠🇺🇸😠🇺🇸💯💯💯 NOW I'M FEELING THAT!
Lukas Harris
This fire af keep it up grizzley🔥🔥🔥
Nik Shllaku
This connects with the soul
Elijah Jackson
This production with Tee Grizz go crazy 🔥🔥
MR HUNT
Every Beat Lit! 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Jordan Otto
Dude u dont really even have one bad song they all hit hard af🎶🎶
OfficialDimaAvramzon
crazy ass beat 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Tylan Smith
Definitely my favorite song on the album