In 2016, he released his first commercial album, Flygod. On March 3, 2017, Griselda Records signed a deal with Eminem's Shady Records, a subsidiary of Interscope, making Westside Gunn and Conway the first rappers from Buffalo to sign with a major label.
Shortly after signing with Shady Records, Westside released Flygod Is Good... All the Time, as a collaborative EP with producer Mr. Green. Since signing with Eminem, Westside Gunn has collaborated with Busta Rhymes, Anderson .Paak, Jadakiss, Pete Rock, DJ Premier, The Alchemist, and MF Doom and has played at Coachella, Firefly and Governors Ball. Ambrosia For Heads named 2018's Supreme Blientele one of the best albums of 2018. He also signed with Roc Nation alongside label mate Benny the Butcher on August 6, 2019, under a management deal.
On April 17, 2020, he released his third studio album, Pray for Paris. The album has features from artists such as Tyler, the Creator, Joey Bada$$ and Freddie Gibbs. The album was well received by critics, with Pitchfork giving it an 8 out of 10. On July 3, 2020, Westside Gunn released his tenth mixtape Flygod Is an Awesome God 2, the sequel to his July 2019 mixtape Flygod Is an Awesome God. The album features guest appearances by Benny the Butcher, as well as frequent collaborators like Keisha Plum, Boldy James, and Daringer. On October 2, 2020, Westside released his Shady Records debut, Who Made the Sunshine. The album was originally scheduled for release on August 28, the second annual Westside Gunn Day — a day in Buffalo commemorated by the mayor in recognition of Gunn's efforts in his hometown. However, it was delayed, out of respect for the death of DJ Shay. The album includes the entire Griselda Records roster and was accompanied with a short documentary following Westside's life before being sent to prison.
Euro Step
Westside Gunn Lyrics
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Ayo
Flygod
Ayo, rockin' all Sacai in the 911 softtop (skrt)
Hopped out, big drum on it, had to sort it out (brr, brr)
Peace, my name's West, but I'm from the East (ah)
Ayo, the only nigga that got five bitches with five visions
Waitin' for fly bitches, sippin' pain in the rain
Never got wet, this for my niggas that's locked in the cage
Brushin' their waves with a chip bag, drop it like Six Flags (skrt)
Clothes from Fifth Ave, I was broke and got rich fast
How you figure you niggas ill and you illin', millin', and shillin'
Icon, what a wonderful feeling, put holes in your building (boom, boom, boom, boom, boom, boom)
Allah willin', I be touchin' big bags (ah)
Goyard leashes on all-red Saint Bernards
Saint Laurents, water whip the coke with the Avian
They be on bullshit, I be on real time
I be out in France with Clovis, sippin' real wine
Toast to my real niggas that's sellin' dope still (ah)
I be sippin' red wine, toast to my niggas (brr)
Toast to my niggas in the field, still (brr)
Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy, red wine
Toast to my niggas in the field, sellin' dope, yeah
To my niggas still in field, sellin' dope (ah)
"My middle knuckle is bigger than all my knuckles on this hand right here, bruh
You ain't got a scratch on your middle knuckle
You know what I mean, you ain't been through nothin'
You never ate
You never been in the, in the crib with welfare cheese and fried bologna
And all that stuff like that for dinner at nighttime, man
Don't come to me with that lil' punk ass shit"
The lyrics of Euro Step by Westside Gunn delve into his life experiences and his journey from rags to riches. He starts by mentioning his luxurious lifestyle, wearing Sacai and driving a Porsche 911 soft top. He then talks about his identity stating that he is from the East, despite his name being West. Westside Gunn then boasts about being the only person with five girls who have five different perspectives, emphasizing his unique vision and perspective.
The song then takes a more serious and introspective turn as he reflects on the struggles of his past and those of his friends who are incarcerated. He describes a friend who brushes his waves with a chip bag while locked up, highlighting the desperation of the situation. He then talks about his rise to wealth and success, with clothes from Fifth Avenue and sipping red wine in France. However, he remains humble and gives a toast to his "real niggas" who are still out in the field selling dope.
Line by Line Meaning
Ayo, rockin' all Sacai in the 911 softtop (skrt)
Hey, I'm wearing all Sacai clothing while driving a convertible Porsche 911 (skrt sound effect)
Hopped out, big drum on it, had to sort it out (brr, brr)
Stepped out of the car with a big gun and had to make sure it was working (brr, brr sound effect)
Peace, my name's West, but I'm from the East (ah)
Hello, my name is West, but I'm originally from the East
Ayo, the only nigga that got five bitches with five visions
Hey, I'm the only guy with five girlfriends, each with a different goal in life
Open your eyes, listen, this our time, Christie's and Fly
Pay attention and realize this is our moment to shine, both in the art world and fashion (referring to auction house Christie's and fashion brand Fly)
Waitin' for fly bitches, sippin' pain in the rain
Waiting for attractive women while drinking alcohol and coping with personal struggles in the rain
Never got wet, this for my niggas that's locked in the cage
I never got caught or faced consequences, this line is dedicated to those who are incarcerated
Brushin' their waves with a chip bag, drop it like Six Flags (skrt)
Using a potato chip bag to style their hair, dropping the car's top like a roller coaster (Six Flags reference) (skrt sound effect)
Clothes from Fifth Ave, I was broke and got rich fast
Wearing expensive clothes from Fifth Avenue, I used to be broke but became wealthy quickly
How you figure you niggas ill and you illin', millin', and shillin'
How can you say you're sick (talented) while you're actually just being lazy and wasting time on social media?
Icon, what a wonderful feeling, put holes in your building (boom, boom, boom, boom, boom, boom)
Being an icon is amazing, but I can make your building collapse with gunshots (boom, boom, boom, boom, boom, boom sound effect)
Allah willin', I be touchin' big bags (ah)
If it's God's will, I'll have a lot of money
Goyard leashes on all-red Saint Bernards
Using designer Goyard leashes on red Saint Bernard dogs
Saint Laurents, water whip the coke with the Avian
Wearing Saint Laurent clothing while preparing cocaine with Avian water
They be on bullshit, I be on real time
Others are just wasting time, but I'm focused on real things
I be out in France with Clovis, sippin' real wine
I'm in France with Clovis, drinking high-quality wine
Toast to my real niggas that's sellin' dope still (ah)
Cheers to my loyal friends who are still selling drugs (ah sound effect)
I be sippin' red wine, toast to my niggas (brr)
I drink red wine, making a toast to my friends (brr sound effect)
Toast to my niggas in the field, still (brr)
Cheers to my friends who are still working hard (brr sound effect)
Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy, red wine
A vocal ad-lib accompanied by red wine being consumed
Toast to my niggas in the field, sellin' dope, yeah
Cheers to my friends who are working hard and selling drugs, yes
"My middle knuckle is bigger than all my knuckles on this hand right here, bruh
You ain't got a scratch on your middle knuckle
You know what I mean, you ain't been through nothin'
You never ate
You never been in the, in the crib with welfare cheese and fried bologna
And all that stuff like that for dinner at nighttime, man
Don't come to me with that lil' punk ass shit"
A spoken excerpt from another person's perspective, criticizing someone else for not experiencing hardships such as poverty and difficult living conditions
Lyrics © INGROOVES MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Alvin Lamar Worthy
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@darwinvisu
Whenever Westside Gunn raps it's like your walking through an art museum.
@jennifervalentine8390
https://youtu.be/jcHlUoxHEJY
@jennifervalentine8390
https://youtu.be/wn-vtvtpTZY
@tenack52
Agreed. Very well put
@talktometv9393
The jazzy/rugged slow beats I SEE WHAT YOU MEAN definitely be painting pictures
@mr.onehundon5537
Never heard of this dude smh. I'm here because of the murder scene at the end of the movie when he pulled up in the red maybach
@DonRemy99
the maturity in the bars, the youth in his voice
@timothymeyer3632
Maturity in the bars?? Lol. He continues to use brr brr, skrrt, and boom boom boom! as adlibs. Continues to rap about nonsense, talking about "putting holes in your building" and a "toast to those still selling dope still." You are right, ever since he blew up, he has really matured and been a role model to the young listeners. Truly helps those out there in the hood make a better life for themselves. Oh wait nvm he just glorifies killing and drug use.. if this dude actually did anything he raps about, he would be in prison.
@chiemxerxobi
@@timothymeyer3632 lol, not only are u a cornball, you are a confused one
@theicekiller7574
@@timothymeyer3632 he did, and im pretty sure he was in jail. Since he got out he stopped doing that i think