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.
Margiela Split Toes
Westside Gunn Lyrics
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(Ah) margiela, split the toes on my Reeboks
You think you fuckin' with me? I think not
The new legend put the heckler in your
Mouth for talkin' reckless
Eatin' Four Seasons breakfast, mess hall
We got the weapons
Trade my orange for your milk, in my cell
Make this fly shit look so easy
MAC-11 gettin' squeezy (Brr, brr, brr)
Creased tans and the narcs
In the day room eatin' GiGi's first day
Who got the drugs? Who run the phone? (Ah)
Fucked CO Jackson from the back, she came
Oh no
Broke a commandment, I'm on my own dope
Hundred round drum on it, it sound like go-go
(Brr)
Betty Brocker, fifty suit's in my locker
Let me shoot, let me mop him, fifty books
I bet I drop him (Boom boom boom boom boom)
Fairfax, I got the pop-up (Ah) better lock up
Suplex the K like Shane
Douglas, brain busters, you can't muster
If you don't know my grandmother
I can't trust you (Umm)
Reach out the K and touch you
(Doot doot doot, woo, mmm)
We are looking at how to
Pronounce the name of
This famous luxury Swiss watchmaker
And car racing team "Richard Mille"
Do not pronounce the "D" to "Richard"
It's not like in English, you do
Not say "Richard", but rather, "Richard"
In English, "Richard Mille"
To pronounce the double L, "Richard Mille"
With the typical French, or
Swiss French, pronunciation
"Richard Mille"
Richard Mille, beautiful watches
In the song "Margiela Split Toes" by Westside Gunn & Mach-Hommy, the lyrics depict a luxurious lifestyle as they talk about various high-end brands such as Reebok and Richard Mille. In the beginning, the artists compare the expensive Richard Mille watch to a G-Shock and emphasize their wealth. "Margiela" refers to a French luxury fashion house founded by Belgian designer Martin Margiela, and "split the toes on my Reeboks" is a reference to a specific style of shoes made by the brand.
The lyrics take a violent turn as they talk about putting a heckler in someone's mouth for talking reckless, showcasing a tough and dangerous persona. They mention eating Four Seasons breakfast, which is a high-class hotel chain known for its luxurious dining options, adding to the extravagant lifestyle portrayed in the song.
The artists also talk about being in prison, mentioning eating Wheaties and trading items with fellow inmates. They talk about having weapons and drugs, as well as engaging in sexual activities with a prison guard. The lyrics are intense and explicit, highlighting their gangster persona and criminal lifestyle.
Overall, the song is about living a luxurious and dangerous lifestyle, with references to high-end brands and criminal activities.
Line by Line Meaning
Ayo, my Richard Mille look like a G-Shock
I am wearing a luxury Richard Mille watch that resembles a G-Shock watch.
(Ah) margiela, split the toes on my Reeboks
On my Reebok shoes, I have added split toes inspired by Margiela's fashion style.
You think you fuckin' with me? I think not
You may believe you can compete with me, but I disagree.
The new legend put the heckler in your
I, the new legend, will silence your heckling.
Mouth for talkin' reckless
You will receive a verbal reprimand for your reckless talking.
Eatin' Four Seasons breakfast, mess hall
I am having a luxurious breakfast at the Four Seasons hotel, despite being in prison.
We got the weapons
We possess a wide range of weapons.
Trade my orange for your milk, in my cell
In exchange for my orange, I would like to obtain your milk while in my prison cell.
I'm eatin' Wheaties
I am consuming Wheaties cereal.
Make this fly shit look so easy
I am doing these actions in a confident and effortlessly cool manner.
MAC-11 gettin' squeezy (Brr, brr, brr)
I am using a MAC-11 gun and firing it rapidly.
Creased tans and the narcs
I have wrinkles on my shoes and the guards are watching us.
In the day room eatin' GiGi's first day
While in the common area, we are eating food from the new inmate's first day.
Who got the drugs? Who run the phone? (Ah)
Who among us has access to drugs and who controls the phone?
Fucked CO Jackson from the back, she came
I had sex with a correctional officer from behind and she had an orgasm.
Oh no
Something has gone wrong.
Broke a commandment, I'm on my own dope
I have committed a serious violation and I am using my own drugs.
Hundred round drum on it, it sound like go-go
I have equipped my firearm with a large drum magazine that is producing a sounds like a popular dance music.
(Brr)
Onomatopoeic sound of a short gun burst.
Betty Brocker, fifty suit's in my locker
I have many suits in my locker, including fifty from the brand Betty Brocker.
Let me shoot, let me mop him, fifty books
Let me use my gun and then clean up the area, I will receive fifty thousand dollars in compensation.
I bet I drop him (Boom boom boom boom boom)
I am confident that I will successfully shoot and kill my target.
Fairfax, I got the pop-up (Ah) better lock up
I have set up shop on Fairfax and you better secure your position.
Suplex the K like Shane
I will execute a wrestling move called a suplex on someone named K, much like Shane Douglas.
Douglas, brain busters, you can't muster
I am referencing Shane Douglas and his finishing move, the brain buster, and you cannot replicate it.
If you don't know my grandmother
If you are not familiar with my grandmother, you are not authorized to speak to me.
I can't trust you (Umm)
I cannot put my trust in you.
Reach out the K and touch you
I will use my gun and harm you.
(Doot doot doot, woo, mmm)
Onomatopoeic sound effects.
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@FendiPendergrass
I swear that the Moment the beat came on, my soul ascended.
@imjustsaiyan94
Man bro I’m feeling the exact same thing beat is uplifting no doubt.
@frankfade2168
big facts!!!!
@SpaceGhost8300
Instant classics and shit
@tshepophamotse8065
instantly......all the other bullshit just faded away...
@Godsunz
Factory
@petercarpio389
The Richard Mille pronunciation skit at the end. West trying to keep us cultured 😂😂😂
@vickjr98
Loool yeah I know that French guy. He has a pronunciation channel on here I think
@Izzy0694
and then he mispronounces it later in the tape lmao...this tape is amazing
@petercarpio389
@@Izzy0694 hell he even starts off the song mispronouncing it lol