Gather Round
Two 9 Lyrics


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Gather Round
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)
I think I'm Mike Vick with the pits
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

Overall Meaning

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

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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

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