The Game is the name of more than one artist:
1) rapper
2) British 60… Read Full Bio ↴The Game is the name of more than one artist:
1) rapper
2) British 60s band
3) French new wave band

1. Jayceon Terrell Taylor (born November 29, 1979 in Compton, California, United States), better known by his stage name Game, formerly known as The Game, is an American Grammy Award winning gangsta rapper signed to Aftermath Entertainment through his own label Black Wall Street Records, with which he founded with his half brother Big Fase 100. He rose to fame in 2005 with the success of his debut album, The Documentary, and his two Grammy nominations. Since then he has released several other critically acclaimed albums, 2006's Doctor's Advocate and 2008's LAX. The RED Album was released August 23, 2011. All of his four albums debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 100, and he is widely considered to be a driving force in bringing back the West Coast hip hop scene and competing with many of his East Coast counterparts.

Studying various influential rap albums, Game developed a strategy to become a rapper himself and with help from Big Fase, they founded The Black Wall Street Records. The label originally featured such artists as Glasses Malone, Vita, and Nu Jerzey Devil, along with Game himself. His stage name was coined by his grandmother. Game first gained prominence when he attended a hip-hop summit hosted by Russell Simmons and Louis Farrakhan, releasing his first mixtape You Know What It Is Vol. 1 in 2002, followed by a record deal with the independent label, Get Low Recordz owned by JT the Bigga Figga. Originally Sean Combs of Bad Boy Records was going to sign him to his label, but Game's mixtape found the attention of famed producer Dr. Dre, who signed him to Aftermath Entertainment in 2003. In October 2004, he released his first album Untold Story through Get Low Recordz, which sold over 82,000 copies within its first three months. The album featured artists like Sean T, Young Noble (of the Outlawz), and JT the Bigga Figga. Game also appeared on various mixtapes hosted by DJ's such as DJ Kayslay, DJ Whoo Kid, and DJ Clue. Game also released a second mixtape You Know What It Is Vol. 2 through his own record label and appeared on the video game NBA Live 2004 on a song produced by Fredwreck called "Can't Stop Me". On January 24th, 2011, he released a mixtape entitled, "Purp & Patron."

2. A British 60s Band formed by Terry Spencer in 1965. Head guitar: Terry Spencer Bass guitar: Allan Janaway Drums: Terry Goodsell Vocals: Tony Bird Their biggest success was their first single PlayGonna Get Me Someone from 1966. They attracted attention in 1967 with their recording of The Addicted Man which was concerned with drug-taking. The single should not be released.

3. A French new wave band from the 80’s coming from the suburbs of Paris. It’s line up was : Marc Dimitri (Vocals), Hervé Lorthioir (guitar), Patrick Larrieu (guitar), Jacques-Laurent Lardaud (bass), Fredéric Rottier (Drums), Dominique Cointre (keyboards), Claire (ch). Musically it sounded similar to bands like the Sisters of Mercy or Red Lorry Yellow Lorry. They released one single “Walk Away” on EMI France (1988) and an album titled "Under The White Bible Law" (1989).

Doctor's Advocate remix
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

This is a conversation between The Game and Busta Rhymes, where The Game seems to be addressing his problems and finding solutions. He mentions he has had too much to drink and seems lost in thought at times. Throughout the conversation, The Game talks about his past and how he makes choices, like choosing to be a Crip or Piru, and owes Dre his life as he saw him and Eazy in them. He also talks about how he never said thank you and took it all for granted, and now he feels a deep sense of gratitude, even willing to take a bullet for Dre. The Game talks about how he wants to carry on the torch and still has the chain Dre wore on the cover of The Source. Busta, on the other hand, seems to be a friend trying to give some sound advice as he explains that big things come with big pressures, and our little nigga (referring to The Game) wouldn't listen when he should have.

The lyrics of this song provide insight into the mind of a rapper as he deals with issues and emotions both within his personal life and the rap industry. The Game is honest and transparent, talking about choices he made in his youth, how he took things for granted, and how he now feels a deep sense of gratitude. The chorus repeats, "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." The catchy refrain provides insight into the confusion that the rapper feels, and how he tries to tune out negative vibes by zoning out.

Line by Line Meaning

Hey to Bust I think I got, the answer for all my problems
I believe I have found a solution to all of my troubles, Busta Rhymes

What the fuck you talkin' about, nigga? Wha-What's that?
What are you talking about? What is it that you're referring to?

Belvedere, and Banana Snapple
I am mentioning the drinks Belvedere and Banana Snapple

Look, get the fuckin' ass up, nigga You over there tripin' up yaself nigaa, You need to fuckin' calm, everybody bounce, nigga
Get up from where you are, you're causing chaos and confusion for yourself, you should calm down and everyone should leave

I'ma man, and most of these niggas Don't know how to be man, I got a son
I am a grown man, but many of these individuals do not understand how to be mature, and I have 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
What are you even saying, come on, let's take you home, you're exhausted, and you need to stop drinking so we can leave

One more shot
Let me take one more drink

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)
I didn't intend to leave, but I can hear all the criticism and gossip. It's like my mind went blank. Now I find myself stuck in this difficult situation, thinking about the past, with the consequences of my actions haunting me, as if the devil is taunting me

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
Dr. Dre, I didn't intend to abandon you, but as a man, sometimes you have to do what you believe is necessary. Remember, I'm also from Compton, and when I saw you and Eazy wearing khaki suits, I began wearing them too

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'
When I was 12 years old in 1992, I started smoking marijuana. I had a choice to follow the path of Michael Jordan or the path of Dr. Dre. I chose to be involved in gang activities, whether it be Crip or Piru. Regardless of my affiliation, I was influenced by the famous song '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
I never imagined that I would become friends with Snoop Dogg. Now I feel the need to remain involved in gang life because it's part of who I am. I owe you my loyalty for what I did wrong in the past. I tried to consider how Eminem would react if everyone despised him for a controversial track. And if people stopped supporting Dre after an incident with T-Boz. When you, Dr. Dre, say it's over, it's truly over. Aftermath Records remains and there's nothing beyond that

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
I failed to express my gratitude and I didn't realize how fortunate I was. You gave me a home and welcomed me into your family. Now I dine with you, Eve, and Busta Rhymes. I wasn't overwhelmed by fame, I was simply grateful for the opportunity 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'
Even though I occasionally act recklessly, you are still my close friend, Dr. Dre. I would protect you at all costs. I'm not expecting you to support me in conflicts, but you gave me permission to express my frustrations towards law enforcement

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
Now it's my responsibility to continue your legacy. I still have the chain you wore on the cover of The Source magazine. Do you recall when we got drunk while working on 'Start From Scratch'? I told you that you were like a father to me, and I truly meant it

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
As I sit here and admire my numerous platinum records, I realize how much I rely on having a Dr. Dre-produced track. When Dr. Dre declares it's finished, it truly is. Aftermath Records remains significant, and there's nothing beyond that

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
When the world is weighing heavily on your shoulders and the stress becomes overwhelming, it becomes challenging to communicate with him. Most of the time, I make it clear that I don't agree with his actions, but Dr. Dre is stubborn, which is why I'm speaking to you about this

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
When I initially met him, my friend was quiet and reserved, keeping a low profile. But when you encouraged him to showcase his skills, he delivered with passion. I admired his energy and recognized his incredible talent

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
As time passed, he started collaborating with top-tier artists. I noticed the pressure was increasing, so I offered him extra support and advice. You provided him with an opportunity that can either lead to success or downfall, and it's something you should acknowledge. It was such a significant opportunity that I don't believe he was fully prepared 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
He had the potential to become a resilient individual with strong beliefs. However, the issue was that he refused to listen to advice. But when Dr. Dre declares it's over, it truly is. Aftermath Records remains and there's nothing beyond that

Hey yo Game
Hey, Game

Huh
What?

Yo Game, wake up nigga
Hey, Game, wake up

I'm up man, I'm up
I'm awake, man, I'm awake

We get you crib, nigga, get the fuck out the car, nigga, get up man
We're at your house, get out of the car, man, get up

This aint my house, my house is, is green
This isn't my house, my house is green

What the fuck you talkin', look, c'mon nigga, let's go man, walk yo, c'mon man
What are you talking about? Come on, let's go, start walking, come on

Nigga Where the keys at, nigga, need to open your door, nigga
Where are the keys? We need to unlock your door

I got love for you Bus, you're my nigga
I have love and respect for you, Busta Rhymes, you're my close friend

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
Go to bed and get some sleep, you're exhausted. And stop drinking excessively, you look really intoxicated. You resemble a disoriented person, you drunken fool

Just going to the studio
I'm just heading to the studio

Go to sleep nigga
Go to sleep, man

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

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