Trae's trademark is a low, deep, guttural voice. His flow is very fast. In these two areas his style is somewhat reminiscent of Z-Ro's, as well as that of Flesh-N-Bone from Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. Trae sometimes, though not always, mixes multiple vocal layers into his songs.
Trae first gained exposure on the Houston rap scene when he appeared on Z-Ro's album 'Look What You Did to Me'. In 2003, he began his solo career with the album 'Losing Composure'. 'Same Thing Different Day' (2004) and the acclaimed 'Restless' (2006) soon followed. Trae is currently signed to Rap-A-Lot Records.
He was featured in a video called Smash Exclusive: Houston Mic Pass with Lil' Flip, Chamillionaire, Chingo Bling, Bun B, Short Dawg, Big Hawk, and Mike D. He also appeared on the official remix of Yung Joc's song "It's Goin' Down", which earned Joc national attention and became one of the biggest mainstream pop hits of 2006.
"Real Talk" was featured on the soundtrack to the video game Madden NFL 07. Trae won an Ozone Award for Patiently Waiting Artist for Texas.
Grew Up A Screw Up
Trae Lyrics
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[Chorus: B.I.G. sample]
I grew up a fuckin screw up
Got introduced to the game, to the game and fuckin blew up
I grew up a fuckin screw up
Got introduced to the game, to the game and fuckin blew up
I grew up a fuckin screw up
I grew up a fuckin screw up
Got introduced to the game, to the game and fuckin blew up
[Verse 1: Trae]
I grew up a screw up to the best of my knowledge
I continue through out the streets, can't tell you shit about college
I chose my own path on a lonely road - to try an get paid
And pray to God me and my niggas will never have to lay in no grave
I never got to be like Mike, cause I ended up like my brother
Livin crazy in these streets, but an angel around my mother
Fascinated by the light in the night, and the money, and hoes
The clothes, and all the whips, and the diamonds - while they swangin on 4's
I got my first gun, headed for my first lick
My nigga switched it up and he was headed for his first brick
Either way that it went, we both was gon'try an get paid
And wasn't no way in hell they was gon'stick me with minimum age
It ain't take but thirty - seconds to make up my mind
And it took me by the dirt, and that took the side that I had to shine
And I was gon'get it whether it was legal or crime
I had to get a piece even if it lead me to doin some time
[Chorus]
[Verse 2: Trae]
Whether they like it or not this rappin done got me settled
Every since a youth I hit the gas, with my weight on the pedal
Dinkie told me this gon'be my ticket to leave the hood
And when they see me now these niggas know it's all good
I ain't finna let shit get in my way, it took me a second to get here
I'm the champion of the streets, so it's understood I'm a sit here
Lord knows how many fuck ups, it took for me to get here
It's only room for one, all you extra niggas can't fit here
Even if I was a screw up - I turned out bein' a ghetto star
With a teacher's salary invested inside of my ghetto car
I guess it ain't all that bad to be who I am
I'd do it all again just to show these niggas 'bout who I am(nigga)
[Chorus]
[Trae:]
Well I guess growin up a screw up, ain't all that bad huh
Mothafuckers told a nigga - he wasn't gon'be shit
Them hoes still doin the same mothafuckin thing nigga
I'm movin round this bitch, five mothafuckin whips
Takin care of my mothafuckin son, my mothafuckin'gang
And everything I represent, yeah if I had to do this shit all over again
I wouldn't change a mothafuckin thing mayne - Trae Tha Truth, yeah
The song "Grew Up A Screw Up" by Trae reflects on his life growing up in the streets and trying to make it in the music industry. In the chorus, a sample from The Notorious B.I.G.'s song "Hypnotize" is used to emphasize that he came from humble beginnings and became successful through his own efforts. The first verse talks about Trae's decision to pursue a life of crime, with the hopes of getting rich and providing for himself and his loved ones. He recognizes that his choices may have led him down a dark path, but he is willing to take the risks to succeed. The second verse reflects on Trae's rise to fame as a rapper and using his platform to inspire others. Despite not having a traditional path to success, Trae is proud of who he is and where he came from.
Overall, "Grew Up A Screw Up" is a song about perseverance and overcoming obstacles. Trae acknowledges his rough upbringing but turns it into a motivation to succeed. Through his story, he highlights the importance of hard work and determination.
Line by Line Meaning
I grew up a fuckin screw up
I had a difficult childhood
Got introduced to the game, to the game and fuckin blew up
I got involved in the street life and became successful
I continue through out the streets, can't tell you shit about college
I never went to college and instead lived in the streets
I chose my own path on a lonely road - to try an get paid
I decided to pursue money on my own, even if it meant being alone
Livin crazy in these streets, but an angel around my mother
I live a wild life in the streets, but always try to protect my mother
It ain't take but thirty - seconds to make up my mind
It took me a short time to decide to pursue money through any means necessary
It's only room for one, all you extra niggas can't fit here
There is only space for one successful person, so others must find their own path
I guess growin up a screw up, ain't all that bad huh
Despite my tough past, I've achieved success and don't regret my choices
Contributed by Aria K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Justin Corter
Thank you Mr.Trae Tha Truth for the penicillian shot of truth to battle this infection this world creates.
EDMUND Is The Brand
MOTIVATION SONG RIGHT HERE 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Jeremiah O Trill
trae is raw and alwayz be!!!
DJ Garebear
I haven't heard this song for YEARS!! And I still remember that the unedited version is definitely: I Grew up a fuckin screw up Got introduced to the game, got an ounce and fuckin blew up 13 people thought wrong
Fraal
sick track!!
Trent Whatoname
Strait Bangga!
Jsc2
got introduced to the game, bought an oz. and fucking blew up.
lee
i like this better than ludacris's but this sample from biggie don't forget that rip biggie
Insane82chevy
254 nigga we comin to the game and we gonna take over. KILLTOWN whats up!
Sniperking73
who wrote the real one luda or trae? can someone help me find out