Grindin'
The Clipse Feat Neptunes Lyrics


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Yo, I go by the name
(I'm yo' Pusha) of Pharrell from the Neptunes
And I just wanna let y'all know (I'm yo' Pusha)
The world is about to feel
Something (I'm yo' Pusha)
That they've never felt before, c'mon

From ghetto to ghetto, to backyard to yard
I sell it whip on whip, it's off the hard
I'm the neighborhood Pusha
Call me subwoofer, 'cause I pump bass like that, Jack
On or off the track, I'm heavy, cuz
Ball 'til you fall 'cause you could duck to the Feddy Govs
Sorry, my love, what I'm seeing through these eyes
Benz convoys with the wagon on the side
Only big boys keep deuces on the ride
Gucci Chuck Taylor with the dragon on the side
Man, I make a buck, why scram?
I'm trying to show y'all who the fuck I am
The jewels is flirting, be damned if I'm hurtin'
Legend in two games like I'm Pee Wee Kirkland
Platinum on the block with consistent hits
While Pharrell keep talking this music shit

(Ah)
Grindin' (ah)
Grindin' (ah)
Grindin' (ah)
Grindin' (ah)
Grindin' (ah)

Patty cake, patty cake, I'm the baker's man
I bake them cakes as fast as I can
And you can tell by how my bread stack up
Then disguise it as rap so the Feds back up
Watch it, like my whip, like my chick, topless
Doing a buck-six with me in the cockpit
Grindin' cousin, I got hoes for a dozen
Even 11-5, if I see ya keep it comin'
And my weight, that's just as heavy as my name
So much dough, I can't swear I won't change
Excuse me if my wealth got me full of myself
Cocky, something that I just can't help
Especially when them twenties is spinning like windmills
And the ice thirty-two below minus the windchill
Filthy, the word that best defines me
I'm just grinding man, y'all nevermind me

(Ah)
Grindin' (ah)
Grindin' (ah)
Grindin' (ah)
Grindin' (ah)
Grindin' (ah)

(Huh-huh)
Grindin' (whoa), you know what I keep in the linin' (whoa)
Niggas better stay in line when (whoa)
You see a nigga like me shinin' (grinding)

Grindin' (whoa), you know what I keep in the linin' (whoa)
Niggas better stay in line when (whoa)
You see a nigga like me shinin' (grinding)

My grind's 'bout family, never been about fame
Them days I wasn't able, there was always 'caine
Four and a half will get you in the game
Anything less is just a goddamn shame
Guess the weight, my watch got blue chips in the face
Glock with two tips, whoever gets in the way
Not to mention the hideaway that rests by the lake
Consider my raw demeanor the icing on the cake, I'm grinding

I move 'caine like a cripple
Balance weight through the hood
Kids call me Mr. Sniffles, other hand on my nickel
Plated whistle, one eye closed, I'll hit you
As if I was Slick Rick, my aim is still an issue
Lose your soul in whichever palm I'm holdin'
One'll leave you frozen, the other, noddin' and dozin', I'm grindin', Jack

Grindin' (ah)
Grindin' (ah)
Grindin' (ah)
Grindin' (ah)
Grindin' (ah)

(Huh-huh)
Grindin' (whoa), you know what I keep in the linin' (whoa)
Niggas better stay in line when (whoa)
You see a nigga like me shinin' (grinding)

Grindin' (whoa), you know what I keep in the linin' (whoa)




Niggas better stay in line when (whoa)
You see a nigga like me shinin' (grinding)

Overall Meaning

The song "Grindin'" by The Clipse ft. Pharrell is a classic hip hop track that tells a story of the drug trade, specifically cocaine. It talks about the different ways cocaine is sold and moved around, and the life of luxury that comes with it. The lyrics mention the neighborhoods where drugs are sold, the types of cars that the drug dealers drive, as well as their extravagant jewelry and expensive shoes.


The chorus of the song, "Grindin'", repeats throughout the track, serving as a metaphor for both the drug trade and the rapper's work ethic. The song emphasizes that success comes through hard work and perseverance, even if that means partaking in criminal activities.


The verses are full of imagery that depicts the drug trade, such as β€œsell it whip on whip, it's off the hard” and β€œguess the weight, my watch got blue chips in the face”. These lines suggest the illicit nature of the drug trade, and the amount of money that can be made from it. The song also references the danger that comes with selling drugs, with lines like β€œGlock with two tips, whoever gets in the way”.


The song "Grindin'" was a major hit when it was released in 2002, and it remains a pillar of hip hop culture. It has been referenced in countless other songs, movies, and TV shows, and it continues to inspire new generations of rappers.


Line by Line Meaning

Yo, I go by the name
Introducing himself as Pharrell Williams


(I'm yo' Pusha) of Pharrell from the Neptunes
Reiterating his nickname Pusha, part of the group The Clipse, along with his producer group The Neptunes


And I just wanna let y'all know (I'm yo' Pusha)
Asserting his identity as Pusha, to let listeners know who's delivering this message


The world is about to feel
Promising something new and explosive is coming


Something (I'm yo' Pusha)
Repeating that he is Pusha, as if to drive the point home


That they've never felt before, c'mon
Encouraging the audience to get ready for something they have never experienced


From ghetto to ghetto, to backyard to yard
Describing his drug-selling network, from one ghetto to another, from backyard to yard


I sell it whip on whip, it's off the hard
Selling drugs in bulk, packaged and ready to be cut and sold


I'm the neighborhood Pusha
Reiterating his role as the go-to drug dealer in the neighborhood


Call me subwoofer, 'cause I pump bass like that, Jack
Comparing himself to a subwoofer speaker that pumps out heavy bass, representing the power of his drug operation


On or off the track, I'm heavy, cuz
Asserting his success both in and out of the drug game


Ball 'til you fall 'cause you could duck to the Feddy Govs
Encouraging others to make as much money as possible before getting caught by the feds


Sorry, my love, what I'm seeing through these eyes
Addressing a lover, apologizing for the difficult lifestyle he lives


Benz convoys with the wagon on the side
Describing his luxury cars, including a Mercedes-Benz wagon


Only big boys keep deuces on the ride
Implying that only successful drug dealers have two-inch rims on their cars


Gucci Chuck Taylor with the dragon on the side
Describing his designer shoes, Gucci brand Chuck Taylors with a dragon design


Man, I make a buck, why scram?
Asking why he would stop making money if he has the opportunity to do so


I'm trying to show y'all who the fuck I am
Asserting himself as a successful drug dealer and pushing against stereotypes or scrutiny from others


The jewels is flirting, be damned if I'm hurtin'
Describing his flashy jewelry and asserting that his success ensures he won't be in financial trouble


Legend in two games like I'm Pee Wee Kirkland
Comparing himself to Pee Wee Kirkland, who was known for his basketball and drug dealing skills


Platinum on the block with consistent hits
Selling high-quality drugs with a steady customer base


While Pharrell keep talking this music shit
Acknowledging that Pharrell is more of the music side of their partnership


(Ah)
Ad-lib sound effect


Grindin' (ah)
Using the sound effect to introduce the song's hook


Grindin' (ah)
Repeating the hook


Grindin' (ah)
Repeating the hook


Grindin' (ah)
Repeating the hook


Grindin' (ah)
Repeating the hook


Patty cake, patty cake, I'm the baker's man
Comparing himself to a baker who can produce drugs in large quantities


I bake them cakes as fast as I can
Producing and selling drugs as quickly as possible


And you can tell by how my bread stack up
Referring to his large profits based on how much money he makes


Then disguise it as rap so the Feds back up
Using a fake persona as a rapper to throw off law enforcement


Watch it, like my whip, like my chick, topless
Watching his surroundings, including his luxury car and girlfriend, who are both described as 'topless'


Doing a buck-six with me in the cockpit
Driving over 160 mph with him as the driver


Grindin' cousin, I got hoes for a dozen
Grinding (working hard) to make as much money as possible and describing his women as plentiful


Even 11-5, if I see ya keep it comin'
Money keeps pouring in for him, even into the late hours of the night


And my weight, that's just as heavy as my name
His drugs are of high quality, consistent with his established reputation


So much dough, I can't swear I won't change
He has made so much money that he may become a different person because of it


Excuse me if my wealth got me full of myself
Acknowledging he may come across as arrogant because of his wealth


Cocky, something that I just can't help
Admitting he has an innate level of cockiness because of his success


Especially when them twenties is spinning like windmills
His expensive rims are spinning almost uncontrollably


And the ice thirty-two below minus the windchill
His jewelry is so flashy that it shines almost as bright as ice that is 32 degrees below freezing


Filthy, the word that best defines me
Acknowledging that his profession is immoral and illegal


I'm just grinding man, y'all nevermind me
Not too concerned about what others think of him, as he is too focused on making money


(Ah)
Ad-lib sound effect


Grindin' (ah)
Repeating the song's hook


Grindin' (ah)
Repeating the hook


Grindin' (ah)
Repeating the hook


Grindin' (ah)
Repeating the hook


Grindin' (ah)
Repeating the hook


(Huh-huh)
Ad-lib sound effect


Grindin' (whoa), you know what I keep in the linin' (whoa)
Chanting the song's hook, bragging that he has something valuable hidden in his coat pockets


Niggas better stay in line when (whoa)
Warning others to not cross him or get in his way


You see a nigga like me shinin' (grinding)
Boasting about his success and his shiny jewelry while he continues to grind (work hard to make more money)


My grind's 'bout family, never been about fame
Claiming his motivation for drug dealing is to support his family, not to become famous


Them days I wasn't able, there was always 'caine
Describing a time when he may have been financially struggling and resorted to selling drugs


Four and a half will get you in the game
Suggesting the minimum amount one needs to start selling drugs is 4.5 ounces


Anything less is just a goddamn shame
Implying that smaller quantities won't earn enough profit to be worth the risk


Guess the weight, my watch got blue chips in the face
Describing his expensive watch with blue-colored chips which may represent his drug products


Glock with two tips, whoever gets in the way
Carrying a Glock gun with two bullets and promises to use it on those who interfere with his drug operation


Not to mention the hideaway that rests by the lake
Possibly referring to a hideout or stash house he uses for his drugs and money


Consider my raw demeanor the icing on the cake, I'm grinding
Claiming his straightforward and rough personality adds to his success as a drug dealer, and he puts in work tirelessly to make more money


I move 'caine like a cripple
Describing how he moves drugs through the streets in a way that is slow and unnoticeable


Balance weight through the hood
Working to sell drugs in a way that keeps his operation balanced and consistent


Kids call me Mr. Sniffles, other hand on my nickel
Describing how children may have seen him sniffling cocaine, while he holds a gun in his other hand


Plated whistle, one eye closed, I'll hit you
Referring to his gun which may be plated, boasting about being a skilled marksman with one eye closed


As if I was Slick Rick, my aim is still an issue
Acknowledging that even with his skills, he may not hit his mark every time


Lose your soul in whichever palm I'm holdin'
Warning people that being involved in his drug operation may come at a high cost of losing one's soul


One'll leave you frozen, the other, noddin' and dozin', I'm grindin', Jack
Implying that one of his hands has a gun that will leave someone paralyzed or dead, while the other hand possibly has drugs that will make someone nodding off or falling asleep. He ends with the same phrase he began with, asserting his hard-working nature.




Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Chad Hugo, Terrence Thornton, Gene Thornton Jr, Pharrell Williams

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Im from Virginia Beach and ill never forget when i was in Iraq hearing this song got me through some hard times. I couldn't wait to get back home to the 757 😒😒😒

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