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The Game Lyrics

I'm from the home of the malt liquor, talk slicker
I grew up in a tough neighborhood, where people are known to be aggressive and use harsh language.

Where guns spark quicker, on four niggas
Violence is common in my community, and it often involves groups of people.

Them niggas better walk with you, take the long way home
If you're with someone who's a target for violence, it's safer to take a longer route to avoid danger.

My finger itchin' and this barrel so long
I'm trigger-happy and my gun is powerful and intimidating.

Like Pinocchio's nose my list of foes grows
My enemies and rivals keep multiplying, like Pinocchio's nose gets longer with each lie.

Casket closed, air tight like Mystikal's cornrows
My rivals won't stand a chance against me, and their fate is like being buried in a tight casket or having their hair braided tightly like Mystikal's.

Expose rap niggas, take hoes from rap niggas
I'm not afraid to call out fake rappers for their lack of authenticity, and I have no qualms about stealing their women.

Never said shit when they seen me, get your toe tag nigga
People who cross me or disrespect me will end up dead, and I won't hesitate to do it.

The Compton lyricist, you niggas can't get with this
I'm a skilled rapper from Compton, and none of my competitors can match my talent.

Used to tap Dre on the shoulder like, "Nigga come hear this shit"
I used to get the attention of Dr. Dre, a legendary producer, to check out my raps and get his approval.

He thinkin' he slick and shit, nigga sweeter than licorice
Some of my peers are trying to outsmart me, but they're not as tough or savvy as they think they are.

Los Angeles god, we mob like Infamous
I am revered in Los Angeles as a powerful figure and a leader, and our crew moves together like the infamous Mobb Deep.

Ain't from Queensbridge or Brooklyn but we done shook ones
Even though I'm not from New York, I have experience dealing with dangerous situations and have emerged victorious.

Bullets, I done took some, crack, I done cook some
I've been involved in violent incidents where gunshots were exchanged, and I have also sold and used drugs like crack cocaine.

Don't you stand there and look dumb
If someone challenges me or speaks out against me, they shouldn't just stand there and appear helpless.

Ain't no honor amongst thieves, especially when the hook come
In the world of crime, loyalty is hard to come by, and when there's a big payoff involved, people are likely to turn on each other and betray their allies.

Lives, I done took some
I have killed people in the past, and I am not afraid to do it again if necessary.

When I look around I hear something tell me
I have a strong intuition or gut feeling that guides my actions and decisions.

That I'm the type of nigga you could be down for
People see me as someone they can trust and rely on, even in dangerous situations.

And I be hearing niggas say they gon' kill me
I am aware that my enemies are plotting against me and want to harm or kill me.

And be the type of niggas I think I should make a move on
When I sense that someone is a threat to me, I am tempted to take action and defend myself before they strike.

But I came to let you know I keep that heat for real
I want everyone to know that I am armed and dangerous, and I am not afraid to use lethal force to protect myself.

Dej holla at these niggas for me
I want my collaborator Dej Loaf to address my rivals and enemies on my behalf.

You know I know where you live at, boy
I have information about my enemies that makes them vulnerable to my attacks.

Pull up on a nigga like, "uh"
I will confront my enemies directly and with confidence, knowing that I have the upper hand.