Grindin
The Clipse Ft. Pharell Lyrics

Yo, I go by the name
Introducing himself, the rapper proceeds to testify to his mayhem wreaking capabilities.

(I'm yo' Pusha) Of Pharrell from the Neptunes
Pusha T, the rapper here, acknowledges his connection to hip hop producer Pharrell Williams of the producing duo The Neptunes.

And I just wanna let y'all know (I'm yo' Pusha)
The artist confirms his Pusha T moniker.

The world is about to feel
Pusha T teases the listener that his rhymes are about to drop like a bomb.

Something (I'm yo' Pusha)
Pusha T reinforces his earlier declaration that his artistic persona ought not to be messed with.

That they've never felt before, c'mon
The rapper invites the listener to feel the impact of his extraordinary performing talent.

From ghetto to ghetto, to backyard to yard
Pusha T boasts of his extensive distribution network running through various neighborhoods.

I sell it whip on whip, it's off the hard
Pusha T juxtaposes the legit and illegal businesses he's operating, using whip (car) as a synecdoche.

I'm the neighborhood Pusha
The rapper considers himself the go-to supplier of drugs in his community.

Call me sub woofer, 'cause I pump bass like that, Jack
Pusha T likens himself to a subwoofer, for he makes the block go crazy.

On or off the track, I'm heavy 'cause
Pusha T avows that his dexterity on both live stage and recording booth is off the charts.

Ball 'til you fall 'cause you could duck to the fetti govs
The MC advises his listeners to work hard, for the rewards are worth it.

Sorry my love, what I'm seeing through these eyes
Pusha T apologizes to a romantic interest, perhaps a euphemism for his illicit dealings.

Benz convoys with the wagon on the side
The artist flaunts the wealth he amassed from drug trafficking as he moves his stash around in Mercedes-Benzes.

Only big boys keep deuces on the ride
Pusha T reminds us that only the most respected and feared criminals ride with their car headlights out.

Gucci Chuck Taylor with the dragon on the side
Pusha T also got money for fashionable footwear with Gucci Chuck Taylors featuring prominently.

Man, I make a buck, why scram?
The rapper questions why he should stop making money from the drug trade when he is so good at it.

I'm trying to show y'all who the fuck I am
Pusha T wants his listeners to appreciate him for who he is and his hustle.

The jewels is flirting me, damned if I'm hurting
The MC is unipologetically materialistic, and he'll not hesitate to buy himself jewelry to stay stylish.

Legend in two games like I'm Pee Wee Kirkland
Pusha T draws a comparison to NBA player Pee Wee Kirkland, who had a brief rap career and also played semi-professional basketball at the same time.

Platinum on the block with consistent hits
Now considered a veteran in the music industry, the rapper recalls his early struggles and celebrates his eventual success.

While Pharrell keep talking this music shit
Pusha T acknowledges Pharrell's status as an established artist and ends the chorus with a nod to his friend and collaborator.

Grindin'! (Ah)
A signature ad-lib used by Pusha T to punctuate his verses.

Patty cake, patty cake, I'm the baker's man
Pusha T likens himself to the eponymous character in the children's nursery rhyme, suggesting he's making a killing selling drugs for the 'baker,' aka the person or group supplying him with the substances.

I bake them cakes as fast as I can
Pusha T brags about the speed at which he moves his product and the copious amounts of money he's making.

And you can tell by how my bread stack up
The rapper's wealth leaves him little reason to conceal his illegal income. An idiomatic expression, pusha T's bread, or money, is reasonably 'stacked up' high.

And disguised in this rap so the Feds back up
Pusha T acknowledges the risk inherent in his lifestyle and underscores the need to keep his activities covert, implying that he veils his drug-laden lyrics in metaphor, so he won't draw attention from the authorities.

Watch it, like my whip, like my chick, topless
Pusha T revels in luxury, including owning convertibles and eye-catching women.

Doing a buck-six with me in the cockpit
The rapper brags about his enormous capacity as a driver, implying that he can go as fast as 106 mph.

Grindin' cousin, I got hoes for a dozen
'Grinding' refers to the rap and trap kind of hustling. Pusha T implies keeping many women nearby, and thus has plenty of female friends.

Even Eleven-5, if I see ya, keep it comin'
Pusha T's prowess and industrial success attract not just people on the street but even folks cops are looking for. They stand no chance with him and his team.

And my weight, that's just as heavy as my name
The rapper feels his name and fame are fitting for the weight of his drug trade, like people know how much he's worth.

So much dough, I can't swear I won't change
As Pusha T's fortune rises, he acknowledges the possibility of turning away from certain ideals that he once held.

Excuse me if my wealth got me full of myself
Pusha T unashamedly boasts of his success, and though he apologizes for the behavior, his confidence shines through all his lyrics.

Cocky, something that I just can't help
The rapper has a winning mindset, self-belief in abundance. He also asserts that he has a right to be proud of his achievements.

Especially when them 20's is spinning like windmills
Pusha T is trying to impart to the listener that his wealth is beyond imagination and his cars' wheels, or the rims, serve as proof of that wealth.

And the ice 32 below minus the wind chill
The ice refers to the rapper's jewelry, and he boasts that his bling is so dope that it exudes a cold frost, metaphorically speaking.

Filthy, the word that best defines me
Pusha T acknowledges that his rap style often glorifies drug trade and, in a sense, he is filthy in this regard, making wealth and art from things considered wrong by society.

I'm just grinding man, y'all never mind me
Pusha T tells the listener he's going about his business, building his fortunes as he always has, and that the listener is free to ignore him.

Grindin' (Whooof), when you know what I keep in a linin' (Whooof)
The rapper uses 'Grindin' (Whooof)' as a signature ad-lib or hook, with the latter line implying that whatever he keeps in his clothing provides a reason for his success.

Niggas better stay in line, when (Whooof)
Pusha T warns that anyone who doesn't fall in line with his demands will suffer the consequences.

When you see a nigga like me shinin' (Grinding!)
The rapper suggests that when people see him successful and living well, perhaps emulating his example is necessary for their own success.

(Grindin') Grindin', when you know what I keep in a linin' (Whooof)
Again, Pusha T concludes that he grinds and makes money and those profits come from his particular choice of products.

My grind's 'bout family, never been about fame
Pusha T's desire to provide and care for his family has fueled his drug-running, not a desire for fame.

From days I wasn't able there was always 'caine
The rapper intimates that he turned to drug dealing as the only means of survival in harsh times.

Four and a half will get you in the game
Pusha T informs the listener about the minimum investment that can allow them to partake in the drug trade's lucrative ecosystem.

Anything less is just a goddamn shame
There is less point to playing small in the game, given the rewards at stake.

Guess the weight, my watch got blue chips in the face
The rapper boasts that his watch displays the most elite companies in the world on its dial and suggests that his business operations equal weighty investment scale.

Glock with two tips, whoever gets in the way
Pusha T implies that he's willing to fight to protect himself and his interests, referencing a two-barrelled handgun.

Not to mention the hideaway that rests by the lake
The rapper suggests he has a secluded spot where he can stash goods or hide from others, by a lake, where he can plot his next moves undisturbed.

Consider my raw demeanor the icing on the cake, I'm Grinding
Pusha T acknowledges that his harsh exterior might be viewed as an asset, making him better suited to a life of crime.

I move 'caine like a cripple
The rapper's ability to hustle in spite of his personal struggles inspired the analogy he makes with those affected by physical disabilities.

Balance weight through the hood
Pusha T raps about the difficulties of surviving the rougher streets in terms of his drug deals.

Kids call me Mr. Sniffles, other hand on my nickel
The rapper laces a bit of humor into the lyrics by telling the story of being referred to affectionately by youngers as the man with the sniffling nose, allegedly caused by his handling large sums of money and accompanying coinage.

Plated whistle, one eye closed I'll hit you
Pusha T warns that he's prepared to harm anyone who poses a threat to him and his business interests.

As if I was Slick Rick my aim is still an issue
Pusha T likens his abilities to late 80s/early 90s rapper Slick Rick, who famously wore an eyepatch due to a childhood accident and whose unique style influenced many. However, the rapper acknowledges that his accuracy is not always reliable.

Lose your soul in whichever palm I'm holdin'
Pusha T can gain control of someone's life by being their supplier and making them beholden to him for their drugs.

One'll leave you frozen, the other, noddin' and dozin', I'm grindin' Jack
The left hand of Pusha T is violent and would leave you paralyzed. The right hand deals with heroin and will put you to sleep. In this way, he can harm you in two ways, thus establishing dominance on the streets.