So Many Ways
Warren G Lyrics


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Hey, nah ya goin miss up on the G-Funk era,
Ya know we said things won for Warren G, and soon turned superstar

11-10-7 D that was my intro
But now in 94, I'm rollin a 64
'Cause things get shady where the grass is greener
Niggaz throwin up sets in hoods like they neva seen a
Young mack daddy do his thing 'cause I pack right
I got 44 ways to make you act right
And its a shame how the game must be played
It was told never fold by the niggaz you can't fade
So raise up off this young hog
'Cause I heard you punkin some but you can't punk me y'all
I got my own thang 'cause I let my nuts hang
If you want to bring it, bring it on no pain no gain
So as I creep can you peep what I speak
Techniques unique, so what you sayin is obsolete
So there it is as I go about my days
I can only bring it to you like this in so many ways

[Chorus]
Hey, hey, hey this is Warren G you know
And I was in Baghdad
Before these lil youngstaz was in they Daddy bag
Ya know, yeah, they in violation Wayniac so hound em

It's all plain and simple
I roll just to serve a lifetime wit my niggaz
Idiotic fools can't figure
The way I display or should I say more than that
Its crucial when I name how many niggaz got my back
Neva lack, the skills when its time to handle mine
You can't front if you want to but you still know the time
I'm, the nigga that they call Wayniac (what that mean)
I'm the nigga stayin down for the home team
So if you didn't know let me slow ya roll
This pro is on the go with some shit you ain't heard before
So recognize game in your face
A touch of the bass then I'm gone without a trace

[Chorus]

I stay true to the game
But some stay blind to the fact
That if I don't look good, you don't look good
So please rearrange and change the shit you doin'
You fuckin' yourself 'cause you the one gettin' screwed
As I, ease on down the rick road
As I shift from first to second, cruise control
So blaze up the Buddha
'Cause I got drink, and don't think
We don't roll without a full tank
Of that bomb ass shit called the funk
'Cause I am the G and the funk is what you want
Now, lets take a trip to the other side of town
Niggaz flip flop and they neva stay down
Want to be all they can be, but gettin' held back
Tryin' to take what is mine, (what) what type of shit is that?
So, this is for the homies stay down for your pay
I can't only bring it to you like this in so many ways





[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

The song "So Many Ways" by Warren G is a tribute to the G-Funk era, which was popular in the early 1990s. The lyrics describe the rapper's journey to stardom, with references to his signature sound and style. Warren G introduces himself as a young mack daddy who has 44 ways to make his opponents "act right." He also talks about how the game must be played and warns others to raise up off of him. He claims to have his own thing and lets his nuts hang to prove that he is the real deal. Throughout the song, he showcases his unique techniques that render his competitors' skills obsolete. He finishes by asserting that he can only deliver his message in so many ways.


The chorus sounds like an introduction to Warren G's persona. He brags about riding in a 64 and being in Baghdad before the younger generation was even born. He also warns those who violate the rules to hound their actions. In the second verse, Warren G shares his commitment to his friends and the home team. He also stresses the importance of recognizing game, as he displays his skills flawlessly. The last verse calls out fake friends who want to take what is his and encourages listeners to stay down for their pay. Warren G finesses the final line by stating that he can "only bring it to you like this in so many ways."


Line by Line Meaning

Hey, nah ya goin miss up on the G-Funk era,
Don't miss out on the G-Funk era.


Ya know we said things won for Warren G, and soon turned superstar
We said things would work out for Warren G, and now he's a superstar.


11-10-7 D that was my intro
I used to go by 11-10-7 D as my introduction.


But now in 94, I'm rollin a 64
But now in 1994, I'm driving a 1964 vehicle.


'Cause things get shady where the grass is greener
Because things can get questionable where there seems to be opportunities.


Niggaz throwin up sets in hoods like they neva seen a
People are showing off gang affiliations in neighborhoods they are unfamiliar with.


Young mack daddy do his thing 'cause I pack right
I am successful in my endeavors because I am properly prepared.


I got 44 ways to make you act right
I have many methods to make you behave properly.


And its a shame how the game must be played
It's unfortunate that the rules of the game require certain actions.


It was told never fold by the niggaz you can't fade
I was warned to never give up by those who cannot be defeated.


So raise up off this young hog
Don't try to take advantage of me.


'Cause I heard you punkin some but you can't punk me y'all
I know you've intimidated others, but you can't intimidate me.


I got my own thang 'cause I let my nuts hang
I have my own unique approach because I am confident.


If you want to bring it, bring it on no pain no gain
If you want to challenge me, go ahead, but the outcome may be unpleasant for you.


So as I creep can you peep what I speak
Can you understand what I'm saying as I approach cautiously?


Techniques unique, so what you sayin is obsolete
My methods are original, so what you're saying is outdated.


So there it is as I go about my days
That's just how things are as I live my life.


I can only bring it to you like this in so many ways
I can only present my perspective in a limited number of ways.


[Chorus]
Refrain from the song.


Hey, hey, hey this is Warren G you know
This is Warren G introducing himself.


And I was in Baghdad
I have been places.


Before these lil youngstaz was in they Daddy bag
Before these young people were even born.


Ya know, yeah, they in violation Wayniac so hound em
They are doing something wrong, so we need to confront them.


It's all plain and simple
It's straightforward.


I roll just to serve a lifetime wit my niggaz
I stick with my friends for life.


Idiotic fools can't figure
Some people are not capable of understanding.


The way I display or should I say more than that
My actions speak louder than words.


Its crucial when I name how many niggaz got my back
It's essential to recognize how many people support me.


Neva lack, the skills when its time to handle mine
I am always prepared when it's my turn to act.


You can't front if you want to but you still know the time
You can try to pretend, but you know the truth.


I'm, the nigga that they call Wayniac (what that mean)
They call me Wayniac (what does that signify).


I'm the nigga stayin down for the home team
I am dedicated to my community.


So if you didn't know let me slow ya roll
If you are unaware, let me explain to you in detail.


This pro is on the go with some shit you ain't heard before
I'm always active and have some new information to share.


So recognize game in your face
Understand the truth that's right in front of you.


A touch of the bass then I'm gone without a trace
A quick show of my unique style, then I disappear.


[Chorus]
Refrain from the song.


I stay true to the game
I remain authentic to myself.


But some stay blind to the fact
But some people don't see the truth.


That if I don't look good, you don't look good
If I am not well, you cannot be well either.


So please rearrange and change the shit you doin'
Change your ways so that they align with mine.


You fuckin' yourself 'cause you the one gettin' screwed
You are hurting yourself because you're being taken advantage of.


As I, ease on down the rick road
As I relax on my journey.


As I shift from first to second, cruise control
As I easily transition between speeds while cruising.


So blaze up the Buddha
Smoke some marijuana.


'Cause I got drink, and don't think
Because I'm also drinking, and not just smoking weed.


We don't roll without a full tank
We always make sure we have enough fuel.


Of that bomb ass shit called the funk
Of that great music known as funk.


'Cause I am the G and the funk is what you want
Because I am Warren G and you want to hear the funk.


Now, lets take a trip to the other side of town
Now, let's go to a different part of town.


Niggaz flip flop and they neva stay down
People switch sides and they are never loyal.


Want to be all they can be, but gettin' held back
They want to succeed, but something is stopping them.


Tryin' to take what is mine, (what) what type of shit is that?
Attempting to take what belongs to me, what kind of behavior is that?


So, this is for the homies stay down for your pay
This is for the loyal friends who stick together for financial gain.


I can't only bring it to you like this in so many ways
I can't present this message in only one way.


[Chorus]
Refrain from the song.




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: DEWAYNE WILLIAMS, WARREN III GRIFFIN

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Comments from YouTube:

Sara Wu

This song made me crazy
Warren G go in soo hard on this right here, straight up BANGAAA! Even though he just be using that A U T H E N T I C V I E W S it dont change the fact that he is a really talented artist ❀

Charlie Cane

Man... this album captured a whole era even here in South Africa.
This album was dope

Yvonne D Cave

Eish !:I remember πŸ”₯

Claude Gulston

Man I was in standard 5, 1995. Lol. Legendary. πŸ‘ŠπŸ»

Tarryn George

​@Claude Gulston

Yip, me, too:) std 5 in 1995. My eldest brother thought back then that he was Warren G :πŸ˜‚

Marcus PIFPIN

Criminally underrated. Love the musicality of his production

MALIK AK

Marcus Tayebwa
Right

Robin Tate

Lyrics too.

Midship Sport

nah! Rated G

Brain Donor

Saved Def Jam this album.
Was huge.

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