Uno cemented himself as a pillar of the rap scene in 2015, taking the underground by storm with the release of his No More Thotties mixtape and songs like "Parkin' Lot Pimpin'," "Giuseppe Swag," and "WHAT." Uno would respond to the craving for new music held by his fans for two years by releasing his debut studio mixtape Live.Shyne.Die in late 2017.
A desire for musical experimentation led to his mid-2018 EP Limbus. The series' second installment would release in December of that same year. This trend of experimentation would continue itself with the release of Uno's Deadication remix project in mid-2019.
Uno delivered Deadication II: Lost Files in early 2020, a mixtape containing vaulted songs dating back to 2017. In mid-2020, Uno released his highly-anticipated debut studio album, 8, which included popular tracks "Das Him," "Night Mode," and "Can't Go."
At the beginning of 2021, Uno would release his sophomore studio album, Unoverse, a 10-track LP that would mark his first independent release since his 2017 EP Sorry for the Wait. The project featured standout cuts "Taco Bell" and "Opp Pack." ~ Alexander L. & Hamed T.
Taco Bell
UnoTheActivist Lyrics
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Either you gon' be the one that doing it
Or it gon' get done to your ass
It got to happen one of them ways
Yeah (what? What?)
Shells (doot-doot)
I got shells (pew-pew)
Taco Bells (what?)
Shells (dig)
I got shells and bells (uh, yeah)
Taco Bells (yeah)
Waving my strap in the air (what?)
I'm waving my strap in the air (what?)
I'm waving my strap in the air (what?)
I'm totin' my Glock in the air (what?)
I'm throwing my gang in the air (what?)
I'm throwing my gang in the air (what?)
I'm totin' my strap in the air (dig)
It's up, so you know it's stuck there (dig)
It's up, so you know it's stuck there
Ain't no congrats, I'm hittin' them with the cheer
Must be the devil, like how would you dare? (What?)
These niggas broke and way beyond repair
Drip is exclusive, can't find it on Grailed (dig)
I'll say it again so I might sound repetitive
When it come to the drippin', they just can't compare
I don't know why they think they are competitors
It must be a circus, this shit isn't fair
I got that FN, it's made out of plastic
Weigh four pounds, I bought it because it was rare
Put this shit on and I go up (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
Like butterfly doors in the coupe and they callin' me rare (yeah, yeah)
Spent seventy-five hundred on loafers (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
You know I do not do no penny loafing, I swear
I got the keys like Beethoven (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
You know he was black, so we call him Zaytoven, I swear
Told your ho to wipe my floor
Put more ice in my soda, my Backwood, she rollin'
My dick in her throat so you know her throat swollen
Got lean in my spleen, in my kidney, my colon
I'm covered in green, they callin' me Yoda
My shooter, my soldier, got shot 'cause I told him
We don't do the posing, just do the exposing
We don't do the most, we just do what we supposed to (yeah)
Yeah (what? What?)
Shells (doot, doot-doot)
I got shells (pew, pew)
Shells (rrr), uh
Taco Bells (what?)
Shells (dig)
I got shells and bells (uh, yeah)
Taco Bells (yeah)
Waving my strap in the air (what?)
I'm waving my strap in the air (what?)
I'm waving my strap in the air (what?)
I'm totin' my Glock in the air (what?)
I'm throwing my gang in the air (what?)
I'm throwing my gang in the air (what?)
I'm totin' my strap in the air (dig)
It's up, so you know it's stuck there (dig)
It's up, so you know it's stuck there (yeah)
I bet you ain't know you was dangerous (no)
I bet you ain't know you was dangerous (what?)
I bet you ain't know you was dangerous (what?)
I bet you ain't know you was dangerous (no)
I bet you ain't know you was dangerous (yeah)
I bet you ain't know you was dangerous (no)
I bet you ain't know you was dangerous
I bet you ain't know you was dangerous (yeah)
I fold that lil' ho like a hanger (yeah)
No parachute, she wanna hang with us (yeah)
You know that we live a lil' dangerous (yeah)
We snuck in the club with the bangers (yeah)
We snuck in the club with the bangers (yeah)
A choker on my neck, ain't no strangling (yeah)
These VVS chains, they dangling
You know you can't catch up with strangers (gang)
Sink to the bottom like anchors (yeah)
I hit that ho from the back
She grab on my balls, I grab on her ankles (what?)
Smokin' on Backwood, drippin' in Westwood
I just told Vivienne, "Thank you" (thank you)
The hollow tips hit that lil' boy
Put his ass in a box, more like a rectangle
Me and your bitch is entangled
Yeah (what? What?)
Shells (doot, doot-doot)
I got shells (pew, pew)
Shells (rrr), uh
Taco bells (what?)
Shells (dig)
I got shells and bells (yeah, yeah)
Taco Bells (yeah, yeah)
Waving my strap in the air (what?)
I'm waving my strap in the air (what?)
I'm waving my strap in the air (what?)
I'm totin' my Glock in the air (what?)
I'm throwing my gang in the air (what?)
I'm throwing my gang in the air (what?)
I'm totin' my strap in the air (dig)
It's up, so you know it's stuck there (dig)
It's up, so you know it's stuck there (dig)
Yeah, yeah
Uno, I killed it
The lyrics of UnoTheActivist’s “Taco Bell” describe the gritty realities of street life, suggesting that in order to survive in this environment, one must take on a certain level of aggression and toughness. The repeated reference to “shells” and “Taco Bells” imply that the lyrics are about firearms and violence. The line “Either you gon' be the one that doing it or it gon' get done to your ass. It got to happen one of them ways” underscores the importance of maintaining a sense of control and agency in a world where violence and danger are constantly lurking.
The rest of the song focuses on UnoTheActivist’s braggadocious boasting about his wealth, drip, and the power he wields. The tone is reminiscent of classic trap music, glorifying the dangerous aspects of street life and celebrating personal strength and success in the face of adversity. The final lines of the song depict a sexual encounter, which suggests that UnoTheActivist’s masculine bravado and tough exterior may be part of an attempt to attract and impress women.
Line by Line Meaning
See, this how this shit go in the street
This is the way things work in the streets
Either you gon' be the one that doing it
You either do it yourself or it will be done to you
Or it gon' get done to your ass
Otherwise, someone else will do it to you
It got to happen one of them ways
There's no way around it, it has to happen somehow
Shells (doot-doot)
The sound of shells being loaded in a gun
I got shells (pew-pew)
I have ammunition for my gun
Shells (rrr), uh
The sound of shells being fired from a gun
Taco Bells (what?)
A play on words, referring to the fast food chain 'Taco Bell.'
Shells (dig)
The sound of shells hitting a surface
I got shells and bells (uh, yeah)
I have both ammunition and money
Taco Bells (yeah)
Still making a reference to 'Taco Bell,' as well as indicating success and having money
Waving my strap in the air (what?)
Waving my firearm in the air as a threat or warning
I'm waving my strap in the air (what?)
I am displaying my firearm, emphasizing my power and dominance
I'm totin' my Glock in the air (what?)
I'm holding up my Glock, a type of firearm, in the air
I'm throwing my gang in the air (what?)
Proudly representing my gang or affiliation
I'm totin' my strap in the air (dig)
Still holding my weapon in the air and showing off my strength
It's up, so you know it's stuck there (dig)
I am serious and committed to this, and I won't back down
Ain't no congrats, I'm hittin' them with the cheer
There's no need to congratulate me - I'm already celebrating my success
Must be the devil, like how would you dare? (What?)
I'm succeeding so easily, it must be the work of the devil
These niggas broke and way beyond repair
Others are poor and can't keep up with my success
Drip is exclusive, can't find it on Grailed (dig)
My fashion style is unique and rare. I can't be copied or imitated.
I'll say it again so I might sound repetitive
I'm repeating myself so that there's no room for confusion
When it come to the drippin', they just can't compare
My fashion sense is unmatched, and nobody can compete with me
I don't know why they think they are competitors
Others are trying to compete, though they can't win
It must be a circus, this shit isn't fair
It's like a circus, and everyone's trying to keep up, but I'm naturally ahead
I got that FN, it's made out of plastic
I have a weapon made from plastic, referring to a firearm brand called 'FN'
Weigh four pounds, I bought it because it was rare
The firearm is light, only weighing four pounds. I purchased it because it was unique
Put this shit on and I go up (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
Success comes easily to me, and when I put this on, I feel more successful
Like butterfly doors in the coupe and they callin' me rare (yeah, yeah)
A reference to car doors that open upwards rather than outward, showing off the exotic car and emphasizing his uniqueness
Spent seventy-five hundred on loafers (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
I spent $7,500 on shoes called 'loafers,' indicating my wealth and taste for luxury
You know I do not do no penny loafing, I swear
I never settle for less - I always go for the best
I got the keys like Beethoven (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
I hold the power - like the composer Beethoven held the key to his songs
You know he was black, so we call him Zaytoven, I swear
Referring to a black music producer named Zaytoven, drawing attention to the importance of black culture
Told your ho to wipe my floor
A crude reference to engaging in sexual activity
Put more ice in my soda, my Backwood, she rollin'
A reference to smoking marijuana, paired with a woman rolling the Backwood cigar
My dick in her throat so you know her throat swollen
Another crude sexual reference, implying the woman had oral sex with him
Got lean in my spleen, in my kidney, my colon
Another reference to drugs - he has various body parts filled with a drug called 'lean'
I'm covered in green, they callin' me Yoda
Green often represents wealth and success, and the reference to 'Yoda' is from the Star Wars franchise, implying he is wise and powerful
My shooter, my soldier, got shot 'cause I told him
A reference to being influential and powerful - he told someone to shoot, and they were harmed in the process
We don't do the posing, just do the exposing
We don't just pretend, we actually do what we say we're going to do
We don't do the most, we just do what we supposed to (yeah)
We don't overcomplicate things - we simply fulfill our expectations and responsibilities
I bet you ain't know you was dangerous (no)
Others may not know how capable they truly are
I bet you ain't know you was dangerous (what?)
Repeating the previous line, emphasizing its importance
I bet you ain't know you was dangerous (yeah)
You may have underestimated yourself, but you are powerful and capable
I bet you ain't know you was dangerous
Final repetition of the idea that others may not realize their true potential
I fold that lil' ho like a hanger (yeah)
A crude reference to manipulating a woman into submission
No parachute, she wanna hang with us (yeah)
People want to be part of our success, even if it's risky
You know that we live a lil' dangerous (yeah)
We take risks and live life on the edge
We snuck in the club with the bangers (yeah)
A reference to bringing guns into a club, showing off their power and capability
A choker on my neck, ain't no strangling (yeah)
Wearing a choker necklace, indicating his individuality and style
These VVS chains, they dangling
A reference to necklaces with diamond pendants, emphasizing his wealth
You know you can't catch up with strangers (gang)
We have surpassed others - even those who are strangers to us
Sink to the bottom like anchors (yeah)
Our competitors won't be able to keep up with us, they'll sink to the bottom
I hit that ho from the back
Another sexual reference, indicating he engaged in intercourse from behind
She grab on my balls, I grab on her ankles (what?)
Both parties are engaged in sexual acts, emphasizing pleasure for both sides
Smokin' on Backwood, drippin' in Westwood
A reference to smoking marijuana while wearing exclusive clothing and living in a wealthy area
I just told Vivienne, 'Thank you' (thank you)
A reference to the high fashion brand Vivienne Westwood, indicating his appreciation for their style
The hollow tips hit that lil' boy
Referring to shooting and harming someone
Put his ass in a box, more like a rectangle
The violent act resulted in the victim's death, which is sometimes referred to as being put in a 'box.'
Me and your bitch is entangled
He is involved with someone else's partner, possibly in a sexual or romantic way
Taco bells (what?)
Final reference to 'Taco Bell,' indicating success and wealth
I got shells and bells (yeah, yeah)
Repeating the idea that he has both ammunition and money
Taco Bells (yeah, yeah)
Final repetition of the idea that he is successful and wealthy
Yeah, yeah
A final affirmation of his success and status
Uno, I killed it
Acknowledging his own success and talent
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Troy Vashon Donte Lane
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Death, it's one of the biggest events that will ever take place in your life. We face death everyday, conscious or unconsciously of it; death lurks around every corner of our life. Like a lion waiting to catch its prey, death comes for us all in many shapes and form; seemingly there is no one who can escape from the jaws of death.
But did you know there is a reason why we die? The idea of death you're familiar with is only the tip of the iceberg. See we die because we've sinned against God. Death according to the bible is wages " for the wages of sin is death " (Romans 6:23).
Because man sinned against God, we live in a fallen world, it was once perfect, but now in ruins. Now that sin exists, God is coming to judge the world In righteousness. It's appointed a man once to die and after this judgement" (Hebrews 9:27) The standard he'll judge you by is the 10 commandments, God's moral law.
He's so serious about sin that he gave anyone who sins the death sentence, the bible says you've earned it through sinning against God and each time you sin you build up his wrath. “The soul who sins shall die.” (Ezekiel 18:4) The punishment is the eternal fires of Hell " Where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth" (Matthew 13:42)
You will have to face God on Judgement Day.
Will you go to Heaven or Hell?
Here’s a quick test:
1-You shall have no other gods before me. 2-You shall not make any idols. 3-You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain, for the Lord will not hold him guiltless who takes His name in vain. 4-Remember the Sabbath Day. 5-Honor your father and mother. 6-You shall not murder. 7-You shall not commit adultery. 8-You shall not steal. 9-You shall not lie. 10-You shall not covet.
Have you ever told a lie? stolen anything? used God’s name in vain? have you ever looked at anyone with lust? He sees lust as adultery, “Whoever looks at a woman with lust has already committed adultery with her in his heart.”(Matthew 5:28) Have you ever hated someone? he sees hatred as murder, ”Anyone who hates another brother or sister is a murderer, (1 John 3:15)
James 2:10 says, “the person who keeps all of the laws except one is as guilty as a person who has broken all of God’s laws.”
Don't rely on your own goodness or good works to save you. That's like bribing God to let you into heaven; Nor a church, pastor, priest, or any religion. None of us are good at all, even murderers, rapists, even Hilter will call themselves Good and they'll try to justify themselves by their Good works. But the bible says:
• "But we are all like an unclean thing, and all of our righteousnesses are like filthy rags; we fade as a leaf, and our iniquities, like wind have taken us away." (Isaiah 64:6)
God's definition of good is morally excellent and therefore he demands absolute pperfections. No one can ever match his standards. That's why Jesus said: • " No one is good except God alone." (Luke 18:19)
If you have done any of those things, God sees you as guilty of breaking His law and the Bible warns that the guilty will end up in Hell. Will YOU be guilty on Judgement Day?
"For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." (Romans 6:23)
God sent His Son to suffer and die on the cross. Jesus took the punishment upon Himself and defeated death on the cross; not because your Good but because God is rich in mercy.
“For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life.” (John 3:16)
Jesus rose from the dead and defeated death. Repent (turn from sin) today and trust in Jesus and God will grant you everlasting life; you'll also be born again.
He'll give you a new heart that desires righteousness, what is just and a heart that will love God.
that is why Jesus said "Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God." (John 3:3)
Then, Read the Bible and obey what you read.
☆ When Are You Going To Get Right With God?
“Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts as you did in the rebellion“ (Hebrews 3:15) “Now is the accepted time, behold now is the day of salvation.” (2 Corinthians 6:2)
• " Nor is there salvation in any other, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved." (Acts 4:12)
It's your choice. I'll leave you with this "What shall profit a man if he gains the whole world, and loses his own soul? " (Mark 8:36)
If you're taking this seriously, Would you like a prayer? This prayer is not a guarantee that you'll be saved, that's between you and God. However, I'd like this to be a good start for your journey.
"Father, I thank you for this person's open heart and ask that he/she would repent and trust alone in Jesus christ. I also ask that you guide their steps on their journey so that they would pass from death to life. In Jesus name amen.
When you get alone before God and repent (turn from your sins) of your sins. Use Psalm 51 as a model to help you.
When you find time please read this:
https://www.livingwaters.com/save-yourself-some-pain/
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