Doctor's Advocate )
The Game Lyrics


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[The Game]
Hey to Bust I think I got, the answer for all my problems

[Busta Rhymes]
What the fuck you talkin' about, nigga? Wha-What's that?

[The Game]
Belvedere, and Banana Snapple

[Busta Rhymes]
Look, get the fuckin' ass up, nigga
You over there tripin' up yaself nigaa,
You need to fuckin' calm, everybody bounce, nigga

[The Game]
I'ma man, and most of these niggas
Don't know how to be man, I got a son

[Busta Rhymes]
And what the fuck you talkin' about, nigga,
C'mon nigga, let's take ya ass to your crib, man,
You're tired, nigga, and put your drink down, nigga, we got to go, nigga

[The Game]
One more shot

[Chorus]
I didn't mean to walk away
But I hear every word they say
I guess my mind just drew a blank
Like (la la la)
Now I'm sittin' in this goddamn cage
Reminiscin' about my day
With your blood all over my Slate
As the devil sings (la la la)

[The Game]
Dre, I ain't mean to turn my back on you
But I'm a man, and sometimes a man do, what he gotta do
Remember, I'm from Compton too
I saw you and Eazy in 'em, so I started wearin' khaki suits
I was 12 smokin' chronic, in '92
I had a choice, be like Mike, or be like you
I made a choice, now its be Crip or be Piru
Whatever I was, I was bangin' 'Gin & Juice'
Never knew back then, I'd be friends with Snoop
Now I gotta keep it gangster, cause its in my roots
So I owe you my life, when I betrayed you
I tried to think of what the fuck Eminem might do
If every nigga hated him, for the 'Black Bitch' track
And niggas stopped bumpin' Dre after T-Boz got slapped
When Doc say its a rap, its a rap
Its still Aftermath and ain't nothing after that

[Chorus]

[The Game]
I never said 'Thank You', and I took for granted
You let me in your house, and made me a part of your family
Now I'm eatin' with you, Eve, and Busta Rhymes
I wasn't starstruck, I was just glad to be signed
And even though sometimes I run loose
You still my homeboy Doc, I'd take a bullet for you
I'm not askin' you to take my side in the beef
But you told me it was OK to say "Fuck The Police"
Now its my turn to carry the torch
And I still got the chain that you wore on the cover of The Source
Remember when we got drunk, to do "Start From Scratch"?
I told you you was like a father to me I meant that
Sittin' here lookin' at my platinum plaques
Thinkin' what the fuck am I without a Doctor Dre track
When Doc say its a rap - its a rap
Its still Aftermath and ain't nothing after that

[Chorus]

[Busta Rhymes]
See when the world is on your shoulder and the stress grows bigger
The fire in 'em, made it difficult to talk to the nigga
Most of the time I let 'em know I don't agree wit' what he do
But he a hard-head Dre thats why I'm talkin' to you
See when I first met my nigga son was layin' in the cut
Tight, reserve, homie was quiet and kept his mouth shut
Until you told him to spit for me, he flippin' from the gut
I dug his spirit, and I thought the dude was talented as fuck
And as the time went on, now he was workin' with the finest
I saw the pressure started to build, so I gave 'em additional guidance
You gave him something that can make or break a nigga you should face it
So big, I don't even think he was ready to embrace it
With the potential to be a strong nigga with conviction
The only problem was our little nigga wouldn't listen
But when Doc say its a rap, its a rap
Its still Aftermath and ain't nothing after that

[Chorus]

[Busta Rhymes]
Hey yo Game

[The Game]
Huh

[Busta Rhymes]
Yo Game, wake up nigga

[The Game]
I'm up man, I'm up

[Busta Rhymes]
We get you crib, nigga, get the fuck out the car, nigga, get up man

[The Game]
This aint my house, my house is, is green

[Busta Rhymes]
What the fuck you talkin', look, c'mon nigga, let's go man, walk yo, c'mon man

[The Game]
Alright, Hey Bus

[Busta Rhymes]
Nigga Where the keys at, nigga, need to open your door, nigga

[The Game]
I got love for you Bus, you're my nigga

[Busta Rhymes]
Get to your fuckin bed, go sleep, nigga, you're tired
Nigga, and don't fuckin drink like that no more,
Man you fuckin look like Ned the Worm you drunk motherfucker

[The Game]
Just going to the studio





[Busta Rhymes]
Go to sleep nigga

Overall Meaning

In this song, The Game is opening up about his inner struggles and problems to Busta Rhymes, to whom he thinks he has found the answer to all his problems in Belvedere and Banana Snapple. However, Busta Rhymes tries to calm him down and make him stop drinking by taking him back to his house. The Game talks about how he is a man and some of the other rappers don't know how to be a man. He has got a son, but he is struggling with his past and betrayal to Dr. Dre. He sees himself as indebted to Dr. Dre because he owes his life to him, even though he did something that he thought might have betrayed Dr. Dre. The Game remembers his roots from Compton and how he was smoking chronic and facing a choice- to be like Mike or be like Dr. Dre. He chose the latter, but now he is struggling to find his identity as a Crip or a Piru.


The chorus is a reflection of The Game’s regret for walking away from the people he loves, and now “sitting in this goddamn cage reminiscing about [his] day, with your blood all over [his] slate, as the devil sings.” The Game acknowledges Dr. Dre's contribution to his success in the music industry, saying that he let him into his house to be a part of his family. He has platinum plaques but thinks he is nothing without Dr. Dre's track, and when Doc says "it's a wrap," he means it's Aftermath Records, there's nothing beyond that.


Line by Line Meaning

Hey to Bust I think I got, the answer for all my problems
The Game believes that he found a solution to his troubles and wants to share it with Busta Rhymes.


What the fuck you talkin' about, nigga? Wha-What's that?
Busta Rhymes is confused and wants The Game to explain what he means.


Belvedere, and Banana Snapple
The Game is referring to the drinks he's having and being carefree after having a few.


Look, get the fuckin' ass up, nigga You over there tripin' up yaself nigaa, You need to fuckin' calm, everybody bounce, nigga
Busta Rhymes thinks that The Game is acting erratic and needs to relax and leave with him.


I'ma man, and most of these niggas Don't know how to be man, I got a son
The Game sees himself as a man compared to others and has a son.


And what the fuck you talkin' about, nigga, C'mon nigga, let's take ya ass to your crib, man, You're tired, nigga, and put your drink down, nigga, we got to go, nigga
Busta Rhymes believes that The Game is intoxicated and needs to go home to rest.


One more shot
The Game wants to take another drink before leaving.


I didn't mean to walk away But I hear every word they say I guess my mind just drew a blank Like (la la la) Now I'm sittin' in this goddamn cage Reminiscin' about my day With your blood all over my Slate As the devil sings (la la la)
The Game reflects on his current situation and is haunted by his past, with blood on his hands.


Dre, I ain't mean to turn my back on you But I'm a man, and sometimes a man do, what he gotta do Remember, I'm from Compton too I saw you and Eazy in 'em, so I started wearin' khaki suits
The Game admits to betraying Dr. Dre and his mentorship but highlights that he's from the same neighborhood and idolized him and Eazy-E.


I was 12 smokin' chronic, in '92 I had a choice, be like Mike, or be like you I made a choice, now its be Crip or be Piru Whatever I was, I was bangin' 'Gin & Juice'
The Game reflects on his past and choices, of smoking marijuana at a young age and deciding to be involved in gangs.


Never knew back then, I'd be friends with Snoop Now I gotta keep it gangster, cause its in my roots So I owe you my life, when I betrayed you I tried to think of what the fuck Eminem might do
The Game acknowledges his friendship and connection to Snoop Dogg. He also regrets what he did to Dr. Dre and worries about Eminem's reaction to the situation.


If every nigga hated him, for the 'Black Bitch' track And niggas stopped bumpin' Dre after T-Boz got slapped When Doc say its a rap, its a rap Its still Aftermath and ain't nothing after that
The Game reflects on the backlash that Dr. Dre received for certain songs but still acknowledges his power and influence in the music industry.


I never said 'Thank You', and I took for granted You let me in your house, and made me a part of your family Now I'm eatin' with you, Eve, and Busta Rhymes I wasn't starstruck, I was just glad to be signed
The Game expresses gratitude for Dr. Dre, for letting him into his home and family and allowing him to be a part of his success and the music industry.


And even though sometimes I run loose You still my homeboy Doc, I'd take a bullet for you I'm not askin' you to take my side in the beef But you told me it was OK to say "Fuck The Police"
The Game admits to his faults but still has loyalty towards Dr. Dre and would be willing to protect him. He also mentions how Dr. Dre allowed him to express himself through music.


Now its my turn to carry the torch And I still got the chain that you wore on the cover of The Source Remember when we got drunk, to do "Start From Scratch"? I told you you was like a father to me I meant that Sittin' here lookin' at my platinum plaques
The Game feels that he can now carry the torch and continue Dr. Dre's legacy in the music industry. He also mentions a personal moment with Dr. Dre and reflects on his success.


Thinkin' what the fuck am I without a Doctor Dre track When Doc say its a rap - its a rap Its still Aftermath and ain't nothing after that
The Game acknowledges the impact that Dr. Dre had on his success and credits him for being a huge part of it. He also highlights the power and finality of Dr. Dre's decision-making.


See when the world is on your shoulder and the stress grows bigger The fire in 'em, made it difficult to talk to the nigga Most of the time I let 'em know I don't agree wit' what he do But he a hard-head Dre thats why I'm talkin' to you
Busta Rhymes describes how difficult it is to communicate with The Game due to the pressures of life. He acknowledges that he doesn't always agree with The Game's actions but that Dr. Dre is a stubborn individual, and he needs to intervene in this situation.


See when I first met my nigga son was layin' in the cut Tight, reserve, homie was quiet and kept his mouth shut Until you told him to spit for me, he flippin' from the gut I dug his spirit, and I thought the dude was talented as fuck
Busta Rhymes reflects on the first time he met The Game and how quiet he was until Dr. Dre encouraged him to rap. Busta Rhymes acknowledges The Game's talents and potential.


And as the time went on, now he was workin' with the finest I saw the pressure started to build, so I gave 'em additional guidance You gave him something that can make or break a nigga you should face it So big, I don't even think he was ready to embrace it
Busta Rhymes acknowledges The Game's progress and success but highlights the added pressure that comes with it. Dr. Dre gave him opportunities that could make or break his career and needed additional guidance.


With the potential to be a strong nigga with conviction The only problem was our little nigga wouldn't listen But when Doc say its a rap, its a rap Its still Aftermath and ain't nothing after that
Busta Rhymes acknowledges The Game's potential but also recognizes his stubbornness. However, he emphasizes that Dr. Dre's final decision is absolute.


Get to your fuckin bed, go sleep, nigga, you're tired Nigga, and don't fuckin drink like that no more, Man you fuckin look like Ned the Worm you drunk motherfucker Just going to the studio Go to sleep nigga
Busta Rhymes urges The Game to go back home to rest since he appears intoxicated. He tells him not to drink like that again and serves a lighthearted insult. Finally, he reminds The Game that they're just heading to the studio.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Reservoir Media Management, Inc., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TREVOR SMITH, JAYCEON TAYLOR, CHRISTOPHER YOUNG, JONATHAN ROTEM, DAVID GOLDSMITH, SAMUEL CHRISTIAN

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