Gather Round
Two 9 Lyrics
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Gather Round
Kids sit down for this fuckin' lesson (fuckin' lesson)
My money won't fold under peer pressure (peer pressure)
If your homie doin' time, nigga send a letter (send a letter)
Put money on his books so he know better (know better)
Hey, just the Lightskin Mac 11 (Mac 11)
But I treat my dogs like my fuckin' family (fuckin' family)
Made a couple mil' with the 9 fam (fam)
RIP to Rose and my Uncle Champ (my Uncle Champ)
With my back against the wall I'm the people's champ (champ)
Hey, I got stripes, no Mills Lanes, switchin' both lanes
White bitch, green eyes, money ain't a thang
R-roll up four blunts, tell her fill it up with pain
Blow away the stress, how a nigga stay sane (stay sane)
I just hope when you look down at me
You feel the same 'bout me, hey
When you look down at me
You feel the same 'bout me
Bathing Ape under leather jackets
Nothin' less than a gram
Bitch you know I pack it (know I pack it)
8 ball and some filthy fanta
Probably hangin' with some niggas that you can't handle
Might OD if I don't stop
You couldn't last one day in this red box (red box)
I just took my life and put it on a dope beat (beat)
Ask about 'em in the city, bet they know me (me)
Danco in this bitch rollin' up an OZ
No key, push to start and bitch we roll deep (roll deep)
[?] need a check
So we grindin' all day, what the fuck you expect
So many battlefield scars
We're drippin in plush cars
We mobbin' and never stoppin' til they say the world is ours
My ambition as a ridah, must I remind ya?
Gold teeth in his mouth no designer
No sleep cause cost a fee just to sign them
And you checking right, on the east you can find 'em
Eh eh, I was on the road
Doin' shows, blowin' Os by the K, K
Like a agreements, and I swear they never seen it
Niggas wil' out when I'm screamin'
Salute me bitch, I'm great
We took it state to state
Now all my 9's straight
And I'm talkin' to the ones that I bang wit'
Hit the road and make change wit'
And not them other niggas, who just lane switch
Now they wanna claim shit, cause its money in our language
Cause its money in our language, language
Ah! Kumbaya, kumbaya
Tell me its do or die
You know I do enough and so don't that I do or lie
You know I'm true enough, [?] I blew it up
If you ain't from here, then who is you to
Know that we keep it notch
Wait - let me slow it down some
Lookin' for some real niggas, then you found some
Lookin' for a great nigga, well you found one
Pound one, recognize a real nigga when you round some
Pussy, like a tampon
Know that I'm ballin' nigga, and one
And the watch got karats nigga, Anwar
And you niggas all see through, ant farms
Know I'm a genius, man I know that you see it
If you got issues, then prove it
But if you isn't then beat it
Ya'll are all vegetarian, don't know what the beef is
You got problem, let see 'em
If you doesn't, then beat it
Uh, takihiro number 9, the soloist
But I'm not solo, bitch
Cause if you know me, know I'm all about the gang ho
Two-9 what I bang, yo
And nothin' that you ever say or do about the shit I say or do
Will never change, ho, lames tho
Always comin' at me 'bout some thangs tho'
But I'll never stop until I parallel that Range Rov'
Never cared about no fuckin' fame, ho
Cause all these thirsty bitches want is the fruit of my looms
Get out my Hanes ho
I'm just sayin', I'm sayin'
I feel like this day out and day in
No I do not want to date
And you fakin' them lines you throw at me like Peyton
Some say I'm [?], I do not feel like waitin'
This pain in the picture I'm paintin'
These facts that I'm statin', the game that I came in
You can't ever change it, it's tainted
Ain't it, ain't it, boy, ain't it
The song Gather Round by Two-9 revolves around the group’s experiences growing up and making it big in the music industry. The lyrics touch on various themes such as peer pressure, friendship, loyalty, and success. The first verse stresses the importance of taking care of family and friends by supporting them financially and emotionally. This is captured in lines like “put money on his books so he know better” and “I treat my dogs like my f***in’ family”. The verse also highlights the artist’s sense of pride in his accomplishments and ambition to succeed despite the obstacles he’s faced.
In the second verse, the lyrics take on a darker, grittier tone as the artist describes his experiences with drugs and dangerous living. He references gun violence, drug overdoses, and partying that goes too far with lines like “8 ball and some filthy fanta, probably hanging with some n***as that you can’t handle” and “Might OD if I don’t stop”. Despite the darkness of these experiences, the artist asserts his success in the music industry with lines like “ask about 'em in the city, bet they know me”. The chorus, which repeats the phrase “gather round”, emphasizes the sense of community and group loyalty that defines Two-9’s approach to music-making.
Overall, Gather Round reads like a manifesto of sorts for Two-9, a group that prioritizes their relationships with one another and their individual experiences as sources of inspiration for their music. The song deftly grapples with themes of friendship, ambition, and success while never losing sight of the individual stories that make up this collective whole.
Line by Line Meaning
Gather Round
Come closer, everyone
Gather Round
Come closer, everyone
Kids sit down for this fuckin' lesson (fuckin' lesson)
Young ones, listen closely to this important message
My money won't fold under peer pressure (peer pressure)
I won't succumb to financial pressure from others
If your homie doin' time, nigga send a letter (send a letter)
If your friend is in prison, make sure to send them a letter of support
Put money on his books so he know better (know better)
Deposit money into their prison account to help them make better choices
Hey, just the Lightskin Mac 11 (Mac 11)
I feel powerful and influential like a Mac 11 firearm
I think I'm Mike Vick with the pits
I feel skilled and confident with my loyal companions
But I treat my dogs like my fuckin' family (fuckin' family)
I care for my dogs as if they are my own family
Made a couple mil' with the 9 fam (fam)
I have earned several million dollars with my Nine Trey/Two-9 family
RIP to Rose and my Uncle Champ (my Uncle Champ)
Rest in peace to my beloved friends, Rose and my Uncle Champ
With my back against the wall I'm the people's champ (champ)
Despite facing challenges, I am a champion for the people
Hey, I got stripes, no Mills Lanes, switchin' both lanes
I have earned respect and recognition, and I am adaptable in any situation
White bitch, green eyes, money ain't a thang
I have a Caucasian woman with captivating green eyes, and money is not a problem for me
R-roll up four blunts, tell her fill it up with pain
I roll four marijuana cigarettes and ask her to fill them with her troubles and anguish
Blow away the stress, how a nigga stay sane (stay sane)
I alleviate stress through drug use to maintain my sanity
I just hope when you look down at me
I pray that when you observe me from above
You feel the same 'bout me, hey
You continue to hold the same opinion and sentiment towards me
Bathing Ape under leather jackets
Wearing expensive streetwear brand Bathing Ape beneath my outerwear
Nothin' less than a gram
Only dealing with a minimum of one gram of drugs
Bitch you know I pack it (know I pack it)
You are aware that I carry drugs or weapons
8 ball and some filthy fanta
Possessing an eighth of an ounce of drugs and a contaminated soft drink
Probably hangin' with some niggas that you can't handle
I am likely spending time with individuals who are too intense or unruly for you to handle
Might OD if I don't stop
There is a risk of overdosing if I do not cease certain behaviors
You couldn't last one day in this red box (red box)
You would be unable to endure the hardships or confinement of this lifestyle
I just took my life and put it on a dope beat (beat)
I have taken my personal experiences and incorporated them into a captivating musical composition
Ask about 'em in the city, bet they know me (me)
If you inquire about me in the city, I guarantee people are familiar with my name and reputation
Danco in this bitch rollin' up an OZ
I am present in this place rolling up an ounce of marijuana
No key, push to start and bitch we roll deep (roll deep)
No need for a key, we start the car with a push-button and travel in a large group
[?] need a check
An unidentified person requires a financial payment
So we grindin' all day, what the fuck you expect
Therefore, we continue working relentlessly throughout the day, what else would you anticipate?
So many battlefield scars
I have endured numerous physical and emotional wounds
We're drippin in plush cars
We are driving luxurious and expensive vehicles
We mobbin' and never stoppin' til they say the world is ours
We move in a pack and never cease until we are recognized as the dominant force
My ambition as a ridah, must I remind ya?
I must reiterate my determination and drive as a rider (street warrior)
Gold teeth in his mouth no designer
He has gold teeth but they are not from a renowned designer
No sleep cause cost a fee just to sign them
I cannot rest because it is expensive to secure deals and contracts
And you checking right, on the east you can find 'em
If you investigate thoroughly, you can discover individuals who meet the criteria on the East side
Eh eh, I was on the road
I was frequently traveling
Doin' shows, blowin' Os by the K, K
Performing at concerts, exhaling smoke rings while surrounded by the K Kinfolk (close friends)
Like a agreements, and I swear they never seen it
Similar to agreements, and I promise they have never witnessed someone like me before
Niggas wil' out when I'm screamin'
People become wild and uncontrollable when I am passionately expressing myself
Salute me bitch, I'm great
Show me respect, I am exceptional
We took it state to state
We expanded our influence from one state to another
Now all my 9's straight
Currently, all my associates from Nine Trey are doing well
And I'm talkin' to the ones that I bang wit'
I am addressing the individuals who I associate with closely
Hit the road and make change wit'
We travel together to make money collectively
And not them other niggas, who just lane switch
But not those other individuals who easily change allegiances
Now they wanna claim shit, cause its money in our language
Now they suddenly want to be a part of our movement because we are making significant money
Ah! Kumbaya, kumbaya
Expressing unity and harmony
Tell me its do or die
Inform me that it is a matter of life or death
You know I do enough and so don't that I do or lie
You are aware of my actions, and I do not exaggerate or deceive
You know I'm true enough, [?] I blew it up
You know I am genuine, and I successfully achieved my goals
If you ain't from here, then who is you to
If you are not from this place, who are you to
Know that we keep it notch
Understand that we always keep things at the highest level
Wait - let me slow it down some
Hold on - allow me to reduce the speed and intensity
Lookin' for some real niggas, then you found some
If you are searching for authentic individuals, then you have discovered them
Lookin' for a great nigga, well you found one
If you are looking for an exceptional man, well, you have found one
Pound one, recognize a real nigga when you round some
Give me a fist bump to acknowledge an authentic individual when they are in your presence
Pussy, like a tampon
Referring to the female genitalia, comparing it to a tampon
Know that I'm ballin' nigga, and one
Be aware that I am successful and influential, and I have achieved a lot
And the watch got karats nigga, Anwar
And my watch contains precious stones, like diamonds, my friend
And you niggas all see through, ant farms
And you other individuals are transparent and insignificant, like ant farms
Know I'm a genius, man I know that you see it
Understand that I am a genius, and I am aware that you recognize this
If you got issues, then prove it
If you have concerns or problems, then demonstrate them
But if you isn't then beat it
But if you do not, then leave
Ya'll are all vegetarian, don't know what the beef is
You are all pacifists, unaware of real conflicts and hostilities
You got problem, let see 'em
If you have issues, let's find out what they are
If you doesn't, then beat it
But if you don't, then leave
Uh, takihiro number 9, the soloist
Uh, I am Takihiro, member number 9, the one who performs alone
But I'm not solo, bitch
But I am not alone, you fool
Cause if you know me, know I'm all about the gang ho
Because if you know me, you know I am fully committed to my gang
Two-9 what I bang, yo
I represent and support Two-9, that's who I am affiliated with
And nothin' that you ever say or do about the shit I say or do
Regardless of anything you say or do in response to my actions or words
Will never change, ho, lames tho
It will never alter the situation, you are still insignificant, though
Always comin' at me 'bout some thangs tho'
Always criticizing or confronting me about various things, though
But I'll never stop until I parallel that Range Rov'
But I will never cease until I achieve a level of success comparable to a Range Rover
Never cared about no fuckin' fame, ho
I have never been concerned with acquiring fame, you fool
Cause all these thirsty bitches want is the fruit of my looms
Because all these desperate women only desire my wealth or possessions
Get out my Hanes ho
Leave me alone, you fool
I'm just sayin', I'm sayin'
I'm simply expressing myself, I'm just saying
I feel like this day out and day in
I constantly feel this way, every day
No I do not want to date
No, I am not interested in being in a romantic relationship
And you fakin' them lines you throw at me like Peyton
And you are insincerely presenting me with phrases, similar to how Peyton Manning throws footballs
Some say I'm [?], I do not feel like waitin'
Some may think I am a fraud, but I do not wish to delay
This pain in the picture I'm paintin'
The emotional anguish I express in my artistry
These facts that I'm statin', the game that I came in
These are the truths I am stating, the industry I entered
You can't ever change it, it's tainted
You can never alter it, it is corrupted
Ain't it, ain't it, boy, ain't it
Isn't it true, boy, isn't it
Writer(s): childish major
Contributed by Aaliyah R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Hakim Freshfunk
This track goes too hard,you guys went mad hard,70s vibes
Mont The Beat Maker
Still the greatest hidden gem of all time. Praying for a reunion
DJB922
been rockin wit these guys for a while now. Never disappoint.
W.C. J.
Childish Major killed this beat. Wooooo! So dirty
jason moor
childish major is the goat
VEST9
This still bumpin fr🔥🔥
J.C. FIlmz
they guys went and still go hard
Tigre Tono
Really helping me make it through school today has me hella focused thanks for the brain nutrients 🙌
xboxkid
Dope ass song there whole mixtape is good deaf would like to see them on the freshman list
Joseph Sargent
You guys are wicked pissa keep it up