Work
Theodore Unit Lyrics


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[Intro: Solomon Childs]
Yeah, you know
Niggaz keep talkin' bout
Theodore this, and Theodore that
Niggaz need to stop worryin' about the Theodore
Worry about your muthafuckin' self

[Chorus: Solomon Childs]
From the door, you gotta put in that work
Rep your work, move that work
Apply that work, kill or get hurt
Eastside, hear the adrenaline, dirty

[Solomon Childs]
Money make the world go round
Here, muthafuckas can't fuck with me, pound for pound
We only got one life to live, so I need a gangsta bitch
A ratchet with a big kick, captain of my own ship
'cause fake niggaz dream too much
And talk too much shit, do it sound like I'm playin'
With you muthafuckas, go 'head, me squeeze like Smucker's
This ain't a gimmick, for me to get on
Do an R&B remix with P. Diddy and R. Kelly
I don't know those muthafuckas
You see me in the club, high poster
Never who that, see me on the block with the roaster
Never who that, see me in somethin' pretty and big with the chauffeur
Never who that, model type, tipsy on the side of the coaster
Uptowns, white on white, valor suits, the color of _mocha
Upstate New York, ran with the trademark, the kid poker
I ain't talkin' bout a card game, talkin' bout blood on your face frame

[Chorus]

[Solomon Childs]
You bitch ass niggaz, you ass cheeks, and it reeks
Like the smell of dead Mafia, at the bottom of creeks
Mahonda speaks, that the true Messiah is speaked
This the first year of the future, walk with me, little nigga
Order to my people, people to my order
And pull myself together with the thought of a flat five
For manslaughter, I'm prepared to lead nations
From Muslims, to Bloods, to Masons
Music to guide killas through out dreams
Of self destruction, 20-05 eruption
Get the drop on, who cousin? I believe in guns hustling
Blood in your mouth, mumbling
Misinformation is the height of ignorance
That invites disaster and suffering
To blow a whole through the fader
Theodore Unit AKA the Al Qadea





[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

Theodore Unit's song "Work" is a song about the importance of hard work and the dangers of getting caught up in talking too much without actually doing anything. From the intro, the song sets the tone that the group is tired of people talking about them and wants everyone to focus on their own work. Solomon Childs emphasizes the importance of working hard and applying one's self to achieve success. He also talks about the need for a "gangsta bitch" and a "ratchet with a big kick" to help support him.


Childs uses vivid, violent language throughout the song to emphasize that he is serious about his work and that he is willing to do whatever it takes to succeed. He talks about "squeezing like Smucker's" and refers to the group as the "Al Qadea". Childs also references being prepared to lead nations from Muslims to Bloods to Masons, showing a desire to unite people from different backgrounds towards a common goal.


Overall, "Work" is a song about focusing on one's self and putting in the hard work necessary to achieve success. Childs uses language that emphasizes the violent reality of achieving success, but also emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility and determination in the face of adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

Yeah, you know
Acknowledgment of what people say about Theodore Unit


Niggaz keep talkin' bout
People talk a lot about Theodore Unit


Theodore this, and Theodore that
People mention Theodore Unit a lot


Niggaz need to stop worryin' about the Theodore
People should stop paying attention to Theodore Unit


Worry about your muthafuckin' self
People should focus on themselves instead of others


From the door, you gotta put in that work
Success requires hard work from the start


Rep your work, move that work
Promote and distribute your product


Apply that work, kill or get hurt
Work hard or suffer the consequences


Eastside, hear the adrenaline, dirty
Feeling the excitement of the hard work in the Eastside


Money make the world go round
Money is the driving force behind many things in life


Here, muthafuckas can't fuck with me, pound for pound
I am great in every aspect of life


We only got one life to live, so I need a gangsta bitch
Life is short, and I need a partner who can handle it


A ratchet with a big kick, captain of my own ship
I need a strong and confident partner who can also lead


'cause fake niggaz dream too much
People who are not true to themselves fantasize a lot


And talk too much shit, do it sound like I'm playin'
People who are not true to themselves talk a lot of nonsense


With you muthafuckas, go 'head, me squeeze like Smucker's
I am not playing games and will act accordingly


This ain't a gimmick, for me to get on
I'm not doing this for attention or fame


Do an R&B remix with P. Diddy and R. Kelly
I don't collaborate with those artists


I don't know those muthafuckas
I don't associate with certain people


You see me in the club, high poster
I stand out in the club


Never who that, see me on the block with the roaster
I am always recognizable


Never who that, see me in somethin' pretty and big with the chauffeur
I have expensive tastes and ride in style


Never who that, model type, tipsy on the side of the coaster
I am always in great company and enjoy myself


Uptowns, white on white, valor suits, the color of _mocha
I dress in expensive clothes that match my style


Upstate New York, ran with the trademark, the kid poker
I grew up in upstate New York and went by the nickname 'kid poker'


I ain't talkin' bout a card game, talkin' bout blood on your face frame
I am referring to a violent altercation


You bitch ass niggaz, you ass cheeks, and it reeks
Insulting people who are not true to themselves


Like the smell of dead Mafia, at the bottom of creeks
The stench of deceit is overwhelming


Mahonda speaks, that the true Messiah is speaked
Mahonda is speaking the truth about the Messiah


This the first year of the future, walk with me, little nigga
A call to follow and work together towards the future


Order to my people, people to my order
A command for people to follow orders and take control


And pull myself together with the thought of a flat five
Trying to stay composed with the assistance of a flat five


For manslaughter, I'm prepared to lead nations
I am willing to risk everything for my beliefs


From Muslims, to Bloods, to Masons
Reaching out to different groups of people


Music to guide killas through out dreams
Music as a guiding force for people's goals, especially those involved in violence


Of self destruction, 20-05 eruption
A reference to a future event, possibly violent


Get the drop on, who cousin? I believe in guns hustling
Focusing on successful careers involving guns and violence


Blood in your mouth, mumbling
Intimidating and violent behavior


Misinformation is the height of ignorance
Spreading false information is the most ignorant thing to do


That invites disaster and suffering
It leads to bad consequences for everyone involved


To blow a whole through the fader
To make a big impact on the music industry


Theodore Unit AKA the Al Qadea
A reference to Theodore Unit being an influential, powerful group




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Out To Launch Productions

This was the stand out track to me when I heard it 10 years ago. The flow, the lyrics, the beat...confident, grimy, an original sound. Solomon is underrated. Tell the young bucks.

Black kratos

Tha wild west saloon beat always caught my ear,This was 1 of my tracks on this album

Eli Lownds

This used to slap so hard in my truck.. That bass drop was real. Dope track. Dope album 🔥

KINGRAMSES

So underrated one of the illest lyrical drops

Tate Evans

This shit 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

Simon Forrest

OMMFG!!!! .. i forgot about this joint... soooo hard

LIL6RUHA GAMING

My cousin produced this track. DJ skillspins Columbus Ga in the building

KINGRAMSES

Word?

premothegod1

Been my shit for 16 years 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

Simon Forrest

This shit craaaaaazy yo

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