Big Poppa
The Nortorious B.I.G Lyrics
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Junior M.A.f.i.a., uh (hehe, mm)
Uh (I like this) yeah, yeah
Nine-fo' (keep bangin')
To all the ladies in the place with style and grace
Allow me to lace these lyrical douches, in your bushes (uh)
Who rock grooves and make moves with all the mommies
The back of the club, mackin' hoes, my crew's behind me (uh)
Mad question askin', blunt passin', music blastin'
But I just can't quit
Because one of these honies Biggie gots ta creep with
Sleep with, keep the ep a secret, why not
Why blow up my spot 'cause we both got hot?
Now check it, I got more Mack than Craig and in the bed
Believe me sweetie I got enough to feed the needy
No need to be greedy I got mad friends with Benz's
C-notes by the layers, true fuckin' players (uh)
Jump in the Rover and come over
Tell your friends jump in the GS3
I got the chronic by the tree, 'cause
(I love it when you call me Big Poppa)
Throw your hands in the air, if you's a true player
(I love it when you call me Big Poppa)
To the honies gettin' money playin' niggas like dummies
(I love it when you call me Big Poppa)
Ya got a gun up in your waist, please don't shoot up the place (why?)
'Cause I see some ladies tonight
That should be havin' my baby (uh), baby (uh)
Straight up honey really I'm askin'
Most of these niggas think they be mackin', but they be actin'
Who they attractin' with that line, "What's your name, what's your sign?"
Soon as he buy that wine I just creep up from behind
And ask what your interests are, who you be with
Things to make you smile, what numbers to dial
You gon' be here for a while, I'm gon' go call my crew
You go call your crew
We can rendezvous at the bar around two
Plans to leave, throw the keys to 'Lil Cease
Pull the truck up, front, and roll up the next blunt
So we can steam on the way to the telly go fill my belly
A t-bone steak, cheese eggs and Welch's grape
Conversate for a few, 'cause in a few, we gon' do
What we came to do, ain't that right boo (true)
Forget the telly we just go to the crib
And watch a movie in the jacuzzi smoke L's while you do me
(I love it when you call me Big Poppa)
Throw your hands in the air, if you's a true player
(I love it when you call me Big Poppa)
To the honies gettin' money playin' niggas like dummies, uh
(I love it when you call me Big Poppa)
Ya got a gun up in your waist, please don't shoot up the place (why?)
'Cause I see some ladies tonight
That should be havin' my baby, baby (uh)
(How ya livin' Biggie Smalls?)
In mansion and Benz's givin' ends to my friends and it feels stupendous
Tremendous cream, fuck a dollar and a dream
Still tote gats strapped with infrared beams (what?)
Choppin O's, smokin' lye an' Optimo's
Money hoes and clothes all a nigga knows (all a nigga knows)
A foolish pleasure, whatever
I had to find the buried treasure (for what?), So grams I had to measure
However living better now, Gucci sweater now
Drop top BM's, I'm the man girlfriend
Honey check it (check it)
Tell your friends, to get with my friends (your friends)
And we can be friends
Shit we can do this every weekend (that's right)
Aight? Is that aight with you?
Yeah, keep bangin'
(I love it when you call me Big Poppa)
Throw your hands in the air, if you's a true player
(I love it when you call me Big Poppa)
To the honies gettin' money playin' niggas like dummies, uh
(I love it when you call me Big Poppa)
Ya got a gun up in your waist, please don't shoot up the place (why?)
'Cause I see some ladies tonight
That should be havin' my baby, baby (uh)
Check it out, nine-fo' shit for dat ass, uh
Puff Daddy, Biggie Smalls, Junior M.A.F.I.A, represent baby, baby, uh
In “Big Poppa,” The Notorious B.I.G. talks about his luxurious lifestyle and his desire to sleep with the “honeys” in the club. The song glorifies a life of luxury and an insatiable appetite for women. Biggie describes being in the back of the club with his crew, mackin’ on hoes, and sipping on Moet. He is depicted as a player surrounded by women who want to be with him because of his wealth and power. Biggie also brags about his wealth, saying he’s got “enough to feed the needy” and “C-notes by the layers, true fuckin’ players.” Big Poppa is considered one of the greatest hip-hop songs of all time and a classic of the genre.
One of the interesting facts about Big Poppa is that it samples the Isley Brothers' song, "Between the Sheets." "Between the Sheets" was a hit for the Isleys in the 1980s and has become a staple of hip-hop, being sampled by other artists like Da Brat, Pete Rock, and Jay-Z. Biggie heard the song playing at a party and the beat inspired him to write "Big Poppa."
Another interesting fact is that "Big Poppa" was the first platinum single for Biggie. The song hit #1 on the Billboard Hot Rap Singles chart and #6 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1995. It was also nominated for a Grammy for Best Rap Solo Performance.
Furthermore, the music video for "Big Poppa" was directed by Hype Williams and features Biggie and his crew having a party in a luxurious mansion. It showcases the glamorous lifestyle that Big Poppa raps about in the song. The video features cameos by Flava Flav and Lil Kim.
Additionally, The Notorious B.I.G. performed "Big Poppa" at the Source Awards in 1995, which was a momentous occasion for hip-hop. He took home three awards that night, including Best New Artist Solo, Lyricist of the Year, and Live Performer of the Year.
In the chorus, Biggie says, "I love it when you call me Big Poppa," which makes it sound like he wants to be seen as a father figure. However, the nickname "Big Poppa" was actually given to him by a childhood friend because he was overweight. The nickname stuck and later became a part of his rap persona.
Moreover, NYC radio personality DJ Mister Cee helped produce "Big Poppa" and was renowned as one of Biggie's closest friends. However, Mister Cee's career was later marred by allegations of soliciting prostitutes and having sex with men, making him a controversial figure in hip-hop.
Another interesting fact is that the song's title was inspired by a character in the film "Let's Do it Again" (1975) starring Sidney Poitier and Bill Cosby. Biggie was a fan of the film and liked the character named "Biggie Smalls," played by actor Calvin Lockhart. He decided to use "Biggie Smalls" as his stage name, but later had to change it due to legal issues with another artist who had already trademarked that name.
Finally, an unreleased version of "Big Poppa" features a verse by Busta Rhymes. The song was recorded during the "Life After Death" sessions, but the track never made it onto the album. A leaked version of the remix has been circulating on the internet for years.
Chords: The chords for "Big Poppa" are not available since it's a rap song.
Line by Line Meaning
To all the ladies in the place with style and grace
Addressing all the confident and sophisticated women in the audience
Allow me to lace these lyrical douches, in your bushes
Let me impress these ladies with my smooth and captivating lyrics
Who rock grooves and make moves with all the mommies
Talking about the ladies who are dancing and flirting with his crew
The back of the club, sippin' Moet, is where you'll find me (what?)
Explaining his location in the club while drinking expensive champagne
The back of the club, mackin' hoes, my crew's behind me (uh)
Boasting about his crew being behind him while he is flirting with women
Mad question askin', blunt passin', music blastin'
Describing the party atmosphere where people are talking, smoking weed, and the music is loud
But I just can't quit
Suggesting he can't resist the temptation of flirting with women despite his fame
Because one of these honies Biggie gots ta creep with
Indicating his interest in having sex with one of the attractive women in the club
Sleep with, keep the ep a secret, why not
Planning to have sex with someone and keep it confidential
Why blow up my spot 'cause we both got hot?
Wondering why the woman would blow his cover when they are both popular
Now check it, I got more Mack than Craig and in the bed
Comparing his seduction skills to Craig Mack, and expressing his prowess in bed
Believe me sweetie I got enough to feed the needy
Assuring the woman that he can satisfy her sexually
No need to be greedy I got mad friends with Benz's
Telling the woman that he has wealthy friends who also have luxurious cars
C-notes by the layers, true fuckin' players (uh)
Showing off the amount of money they have and claiming to be successful players in the city
Jump in the Rover and come over
Inviting the woman to his place in a Range Rover
Tell your friends jump in the GS3
Instructing her to bring her friends and to take the Lexus GS 300
I got the chronic by the tree, 'cause
Suggesting that he has ample marijuana and wants to smoke it with her and her friends
(I love it when you call me Big Poppa)
Expressing his love for his nickname 'Big Poppa' and how women address him by it
Throw your hands in the air, if you's a true player
Asking the crowd to raise their hands if they are true players
To the honies gettin' money playin' niggas like dummies
Referring to women who manipulate men for money
Ya got a gun up in your waist, please don't shoot up the place (why?)
Warning people who have guns to avoid causing trouble in the club
'Cause I see some ladies tonight
That should be havin' my baby (uh), baby (uh)
Spotting women that he wants to have children with eventually
Straight up honey really I'm askin'
Being transparent with the woman and showing genuine interest
Most of these niggas think they be mackin', but they be actin'
Referring to men who pretend to be smooth and charming but are not
Who they attractin' with that line, "What's your name, what's your sign?"
Mocking pick-up lines that men use to attract women
Soon as he buy that wine I just creep up from behind
Explaining how he approaches women from behind after they are no longer being wooed
And ask what your interests are, who you be with
Inquiring about the woman's hobbies and social circle
Things to make you smile, what numbers to dial
Asking her what would make her happy and what phone numbers does she have memorized
You gon' be here for a while, I'm gon' go call my crew
Suggesting that they will need to talk longer and he has to call his friends to prepare
You go call your crew
Encouraging her to communicate with her friends as well
We can rendezvous at the bar around two
Proposing meeting at the bar at 2 AM
Plans to leave, throw the keys to 'Lil Cease
Planning to leave and entrusting his friend, 'Lil Cease', with the car keys
Pull the truck up, front, and roll up the next blunt
Driving the truck to the front of the club and smoking another joint on the way to his place
So we can steam on the way to the telly go fill my belly
Going to his place to eat and have sex
A t-bone steak, cheese eggs and Welch's grape
Describing the meal he wants to eat with her
Conversate for a few, 'cause in a few, we gon' do
Chatting for a bit before having sex
What we came to do, ain't that right boo (true)
Confirming their intention to have sex
Forget the telly we just go to the crib
And watch a movie in the jacuzzi smoke L's while you do me
Ignoring the hotel and going directly to his residence and watching a movie in the jacuzzi while smoking marijuana and having sex
To the honies gettin' money playin' niggas like dummies, uh
That should be havin' my baby, baby (uh)
Referring again to women who take men's money as a source of income that he would like to have children with
(How ya livin' Biggie Smalls?)
Asking himself how he is doing and living
In mansion and Benz's givin' ends to my friends and it feels stupendous
Explaining that he lives in a mansion and drives a Benz, and is happy to support his friends
Tremendous cream, fuck a dollar and a dream
Making a lot of money, and not caring about monetary goals
Still tote gats strapped with infrared beams (what?)
Carrying guns to protect himself from enemies
Choppin O's, smokin' lye an' Optimo's
Selling, cutting, and smoking high-quality cannabis
Money hoes and clothes all a nigga knows (all a nigga knows)
Being focused on wealth, women, and fashion
A foolish pleasure, whatever
Viewing his way of life as a foolish, yet enjoyable decision
I had to find the buried treasure (for what?), So grams I had to measure
Having to find and measure large amounts of drugs
However living better now, Gucci sweater now
Living a better life, which shows in his clothes and lifestyle
Drop top BM's, I'm the man girlfriend
Driving convertible BMW's, and feeling like the man
Honey check it (check it)
Asking the woman to listen (to him)
Tell your friends, to get with my friends (your friends)
Asking the woman to facilitate meeting her friends, so that they can mix and socialize
And we can be friends
Offering to be friends
Shit we can do this every weekend (that's right)
Proposing to repeat this event every weekend
Aight? Is that aight with you?
Asking if she is happy to do it
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: O'Kelly Isley, Christopher Jasper, Ernie Isley, Rudolph Isley, Ronald Isley, Christopher Wallace, Marvin Isley
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@x4k1lla18
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@chichitrain7528
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@randyspaceship
i m stealing this
@pushme9025
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@zzzangetsuuu
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@talibanbidness
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@erickdelgado7678
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@agonimeri8815
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