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).

Gucci Flip Flops
The Game Lyrics

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Hit with the RICO they repo that vehicle
Shit was all good just a week ago
About to start snitchin', ain't you?
Ready to start bitchin', ain't you?
I forgive you, I forgive you
Hustlin' just ain't you

If you listenin' to this now that mean Swizzy got it cleared for me

2018, what a fucked-up year for me
Take it back to January, nigga lost his father
Only way I got through it was bumpin' Wayne's first Carter
With the speakers blarin', windows down on my McClaren
See the wheels and it's apparent, this why these fuck niggas starin'
Had a premonition, parked and got out, Calabasas far
Triple X, Biggie, 'Pac, niggas kill rappers in cars
That was back in June, I missed out on a couple million
Gotta get back in tune, I wake up, work out, hit the studio right after noon
Still gotta pack a tool to pick my kids up after school
Don't me put me in no situation where one of us niggas have to lose
'Cause you'll be in a casket soon, closed tighter than Mac and Tune
Another classic with no Jigga verse, it'll happen soon
Go bar-for-bar with Jigga
Last wish of a young spitter even if the verse is killer

That is not how I die, I seen my death
Seen all you niggas' demise, folded hands on your chest
Always put my niggas first, they pray for my last breath
Thought I did niggas right, 'til niggas start goin' left
Gucci flip flops, ten toes down where I stood
Gucci flip flops, nigga, I done got it from the mud
Gucci flip flops, hoppin' over fences 'cause I could
In Gucci flip flops, never switchin' sides on the hood
Gucci flip flops

Still listenin'? I want y'all to picture this
Me and you tradin' lives, now tell me what the difference is?
More money, more problems
And more niggas who wan' kill you, more empty Patron bottles
And I don't condone violence but niggas on phones wildin'
Niggas on apps cappin', them choppers at full volume
I put money on nigga's books, got houses out foreclosure
One call, I'll open fire on niggas and force closure
I'm too O.G. For this shit
Built my career off the rock, Memph' Bleek in this bitch
Comin' of Age, even squashed my beef with Meek for this shit
Get off the phone, stop speakin' and shit
Soon as 12 close the door on you niggas, mouth leakin' and shit
Go to jail, cut a deal, can't do a week in that bitch
That's why I stay away, somewhere on a beach with a bitch
Watchin' Narcos, listenin' to The Weeknd and shit

And this is not how I die, I seen my death
Seen all you niggas' demise, folded hands on your chest
Always put my niggas first, they pray for my last breath
Thought I did niggas right, 'til niggas start goin' left
Gucci flip flops, ten toes down where I stood
Gucci flip flops, nigga, I done got it from the mud
Gucci flip flops, hoppin' over fences 'cause I could

In Gucci flip flops, never switchin' on the hood
Gucci flip flops

Overall Meaning

In "Gucci Flip Flops" by The Game, the lyrics paint a picture of The Game reflecting on his journey and the challenges he has faced. The song begins with the line "Hit with the RICO they repo that vehicle," which suggests that The Game has encountered legal troubles and had his car repossessed. The next lines, "Shit was all good just a week ago, About to start snitchin', ain't you? Ready to start bitchin', ain't you?" indicate that someone close to him is betraying him and considering cooperating with authorities. However, The Game then forgives this person, acknowledging that hustling and the streets are not their true nature.

The next verse brings us to 2018, a tough year for The Game. He mentions losing his father and finding solace in listening to Lil Wayne's music. The mention of the McClaren car and the attention it attracts suggests that despite his troubles, The Game still lives a lavish lifestyle. He also expresses a fear of dying, referencing the deaths of iconic rappers like XXXTentacion, Biggie, and Tupac, who were all killed in cars. The Game acknowledges missing out on opportunities due to his personal challenges but emphasizes his determination to get back on track. He mentions the need to carry a weapon for protection while also being a responsible father picking up his kids from school.

The chorus of the song, with the repeated phrase "Gucci flip flops," serves as a metaphor for The Game's resilience and ability to overcome obstacles. He stands his ground, remaining steadfast and unbending even when faced with adversity. The line "Gucci flip flops, nigga, I done got it from the mud" suggests that The Game has risen from humble beginnings and will not falter. It also implies that he is willing to go to great lengths to protect his loyalty and the values of his neighborhood.

In the third verse, The Game reflects on the different lives of himself and the listeners. He states that having more money brings more problems, including the risk of people wanting to harm him. He criticizes those who use social media to boast and pretend to be violent, contrasting it with his own experiences and connections in the streets. The Game acknowledges his role as an influential figure, mentioning the support he has given to his friends and the reconciliation he achieved with Meek Mill, who had been involved in a feud with him. He warns against snitching and shares his intention to live a peaceful life, enjoying the beach, watching TV shows like "Narcos," and listening to music.

The final chorus reaffirms The Game's journey and determination. He reiterates his focus on loyalty, his refusal to switch sides, and his commitment to the principles of his neighborhood. The repetition of "Gucci flip flops" throughout the song serves as a symbol of resilience and an affirmation of The Game's unwavering stance in the face of challenges. It encapsulates his ability to adapt and overcome whatever obstacles come his way, ultimately solidifying his position in the streets while remaining true to himself.

Line by Line Meaning

Hit with the RICO they repo that vehicle
Caught in a criminal investigation, they repossess your car

Shit was all good just a week ago
Everything was fine just a week ago

About to start snitchin', ain't you?
You're about to become an informant, aren't you?

Ready to start bitchin', ain't you?
You're ready to start complaining, aren't you?

I forgive you, I forgive you
I choose to forgive you

Hustlin' just ain't you
You're not cut out for hustling

If you listenin' to this now that mean Swizzy got it cleared for me
If you're currently listening to this, it means that Swizz Beatz approved it for me

2018, what a fucked-up year for me
2018 was a very difficult year for me

Take it back to January, nigga lost his father
Let's go back to January when I lost my father

Only way I got through it was bumpin' Wayne's first Carter
The only way I coped was by listening to Lil Wayne's first Carter album

With the speakers blarin', windows down on my McClaren
I drove my McClaren with the singers blaring and windows down

See the wheels and it's apparent, this why these fuck niggas starin'
People stare at my car and it's obvious they envy it

Had a premonition, parked and got out, Calabasas far
I had a feeling, so I parked my car far away in Calabasas

Triple X, Biggie, 'Pac, niggas kill rappers in cars
Artists like XXXTentacion, Biggie, and 'Pac were killed in cars

That was back in June, I missed out on a couple million
That happened in June and I lost out on a lot of money

Gotta get back in tune, I wake up, work out, hit the studio right after noon
I need to get back on track, so I start my day with exercise and then go to the studio in the afternoon

Still gotta pack a tool to pick my kids up after school
I still have to carry a weapon to protect myself when picking up my kids from school

Don't me put me in no situation where one of us niggas have to lose
Don't put me in a situation where either of us will suffer a loss

'Cause you'll be in a casket soon, closed tighter than Mac and Tune
Because you will soon be in a coffin, sealed tightly like a Mac and Tune (reference to Mac Dre and Tunechi, Lil Wayne)

Another classic with no Jigga verse, it'll happen soon
Another timeless song without a verse from Jay-Z, but it will occur soon

Go bar-for-bar with Jigga
I want to compete with Jay-Z in terms of lyrical skill

Last wish of a young spitter even if the verse is killer
It's the final desire of a young rapper, even if the verse is amazing

That is not how I die, I seen my death
I will not die like that, I've visualized my own death

Seen all you niggas' demise, folded hands on your chest
I've witnessed the downfall of all of you, with your arms crossed on your chest (symbolizing death)

Always put my niggas first, they pray for my last breath
I always prioritize my friends, they pray for my final moments

Thought I did niggas right, 'til niggas start goin' left
I believed I treated people well, until they started betraying me

Gucci flip flops, ten toes down where I stood
I stand firmly with my Gucci flip flops on

Gucci flip flops, nigga, I done got it from the mud
My Gucci flip flops represent my success and riches obtained from the bottom

Gucci flip flops, hoppin' over fences 'cause I could
I jump over obstacles effortlessly because I have the ability to do so

In Gucci flip flops, never switchin' sides on the hood
In my Gucci flip flops, I never change my loyalty to the neighborhood

Still listenin'? I want y'all to picture this
Are you still listening? I want you all to imagine this

Me and you tradin' lives, now tell me what the difference is?
If you and I exchanged lives, can you tell me what the distinction would be?

More money, more problems
Having more money leads to more issues

And more niggas who wan' kill you, more empty Patron bottles
And more people who want to harm you, more empty bottles of Patron

And I don't condone violence but niggas on phones wildin'
I don't support violence, but people on their phones act recklessly

Niggas on apps cappin', them choppers at full volume
People on social media are pretending, while real guns are being used excessively

I put money on nigga's books, got houses out foreclosure
I financially support people who are incarcerated and save houses from foreclosure

One call, I'll open fire on niggas and force closure
With one phone call, I can order an attack on people and cause them to retreat

I'm too O.G. For this shit
I am too much of a veteran for this kind of behavior

Built my career off the rock, Memph' Bleek in this bitch
I established my career on cocaine, with Memphis Bleek by my side

Comin' of Age, even squashed my beef with Meek for this shit
I matured and resolved my conflict with Meek Mill for the sake of my success

Get off the phone, stop speakin' and shit
Hang up the phone, stop talking nonsense

Soon as 12 close the door on you niggas, mouth leakin' and shit
Once the police arrest you, you start confessing and revealing information

Go to jail, cut a deal, can't do a week in that bitch
Go to jail, make a deal, because you can't withstand a week in there

That's why I stay away, somewhere on a beach with a bitch
That's why I stay distant, somewhere on a beach with a woman

Watchin' Narcos, listenin' to The Weeknd and shit
Watching Narcos and listening to The Weeknd's music

Gucci flip flops, ten toes down where I stood
I remain grounded and resilient like my Gucci flip flops

Gucci flip flops, nigga, I done got it from the mud
My Gucci flip flops symbolize my success that originated from humble beginnings

Gucci flip flops, hoppin' over fences 'cause I could
I effortlessly overcome obstacles just like hopping over fences

In Gucci flip flops, never switchin' on the hood
In my Gucci flip flops, I remain loyal to my neighborhood

Gucci flip flops
Gucci flip flops

Lyrics © SC PUBLISHING DBA SECRETLY CANADIAN PUB., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jayceon Terrell Taylor

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