In June 2013, YG signed to Young Jeezy's CTE World. His 2013 single "My Nigga" featuring Jeezy and Rich Homie Quan has peaked at number 19 on the US Billboard Hot 100, becoming the highest charting song of his career. He then released the singles "Left, Right" and "Who Do You Love?" featuring Drake leading up to the release of his debut studio album. His debut album, My Krazy Life was released on March 18, 2014, by Pu$haz Ink, CTE World and Def Jam.
YG came up with the idea for Pu$haz Ink in September 2008 with friends Ace and PC. He later officially co-founded the record label with DJ Mustard.[20] Originally the "label" was used as a promotional tool and a brand for YG and DJ Mustard's group of rap collaborators they had grown up with. Then as YG, Ty Dolla Sign and DJ Mustard grew in popularity, they decided to officially form a record label for Pushaz Ink, including rappers RJ, Reem Riches, Tee Cee, and Slim 400. In June 2014 YG signed music producer Kidd Cole sources say.
My Last Words
YG Lyrics
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Moms, pops, g-moms, Lauren, Emani, Kross, Blacc Sam, Adam, George, BH, Cobby
Um, JStone, Jay, Jay Rock, you know what I'm sayin'?
The whole family already know what it is with me
Um, Nip, you feel me, that's, you feel me
My brother from the other color, you know what I'm sayin'?
Um, he was like a real big brother to me, like we, like we
Like every time I'm with Nipsey, we not talkin' about no nothin' that don't mean nothin'
We always talkin' about goals, family, homies, plays we tryna make
Like, like I was havin' conversations with Nip about
I'm like, "Look, bro, we got, we got some light skinned pretty girls we gotta raise
We in trouble, my nigga, what we gon' do?" You know what I'm sayin'?
And uh, bro always gave me advice. You feel me?
This locc'd out Crip nigga, he gave me books to read and shit like that
I'm like damn, this nigga different, man. You know what I'm sayin'?
Uh, I mean, I could talk about a lot, but bro fought for me, I fought for him
You feel me? That's, I look at bro like a real big brother
He sent me a text message on my birthday, March 9th
He texted me like, "Happy birthday, bro
I wanna congratulate you for building a brand that's gon' last forever. Respect."
And I replied like, "Good lookin', bro." I told bro, I said
"Hussle the motivation, my nigga." You know what I'm sayin'?
So, so, so, um, I just wanna let bro know
I wanna congratulate bro for his legacy and everything he did
All the game he gave me, all the people he touched, and for the brand he left behind
On behalf of the West Coast, on behalf of L.A. The streets, my nigga, we love you, my nigga
I'm gon' miss you, my nigga, and you already know what it is
All Money In, 4Hunnid on mines, um, and like Lauren said
"The mothafuckin' marathon continues, nigga." West side, nigga
The lyrics to YG's "My Last Words" serve as a heartfelt eulogy to rapper Nipsey Hussle, who was shot and killed in March 2019. YG begins by sending love to Nipsey's family and friends, including his own family and fellow artists like Jay Rock and JStone. He then goes on to explain the intimate nature of his relationship with Nipsey, referring to him as a "brother from the other color" and someone he spoke to about family, goals, and making moves as a team.
YG also highlights Nipsey's unique qualities as a mentor, noting that he gave him books to read and always had valuable advice to offer. The emotions run high as YG reminisces on the last conversation he had with Nipsey, which was a text message wishing him a happy birthday and congratulating him on building a lasting brand. He closes the lyrics by expressing love and admiration for Nipsey's legacy and promising to continue his work in the rap game.
Line by Line Meaning
Man, uh, first off, I wanna send all my love to the family
I want to convey heartfelt condolences to Nipsey's family
Moms, pops, g-moms, Lauren, Emani, Kross, Blacc Sam, Adam, George, BH, Cobby
Nipsey affected many people, including his parents, grandparents, Lauren (his girlfriend), his kids (Emani and Kross), his brother Blacc Sam, his close friends (Adam, George, BH, and Cobby)
Um, JStone, Jay, Jay Rock, you know what I'm sayin'?
I want to give a shoutout to my fellow rappers and friends JStone, Jay, and Jay Rock
The whole family already know what it is with me
Everyone in Nipsey's family knows me and what I stand for
Um, Nip, you feel me, that's, you feel me
Nipsey was like a brother to me, and I feel his loss deeply
My brother from the other color, you know what I'm sayin'?
Nipsey was of a different race than me, but we were still brothers and close friends
Um, he was like a real big brother to me, like we, like we
Nipsey was like an older brother to me and we had a special bond
Like every time I'm with Nipsey, we not talkin' about no nothin' that don't mean nothin'
When I hung out with Nipsey, we always talked about important things like our families, goals, and making a positive impact
We always talkin' about goals, family, homies, plays we tryna make
Our conversations revolved around our aspirations, our loved ones, our friends, and our future plans
Like, like I was havin' conversations with Nip about
I had deep and meaningful conversations with Nipsey about important topics
I'm like, "Look, bro, we got, we got some light skinned pretty girls we gotta raise
I told Nipsey that we needed to raise our daughters (who are light-skinned) well
We in trouble, my nigga, what we gon' do?" You know what I'm sayin'?
I was joking with Nipsey about the challenges of raising daughters and how we needed to be good role models for them
And uh, bro always gave me advice. You feel me?
Nipsey was always there to offer me advice and support
This locc'd out Crip nigga, he gave me books to read and shit like that
Nipsey, who was a member of the Crips gang, encouraged me to read books and expand my knowledge
I'm like damn, this nigga different, man. You know what I'm sayin'?
I was impressed by Nipsey's intelligence and wisdom
Uh, I mean, I could talk about a lot, but bro fought for me, I fought for him
Nipsey and I were there for each other and supported each other through thick and thin
You feel me? That's, I look at bro like a real big brother
I consider Nipsey to be like a true older brother to me
He sent me a text message on my birthday, March 9th
Nipsey sent me a heartfelt text message on my birthday
He texted me like, "Happy birthday, bro
Nipsey sent me a message wishing me a happy birthday
I wanna congratulate you for building a brand that's gon' last forever. Respect."
Nipsey praised me for creating a lasting brand and showed me respect
And I replied like, "Good lookin', bro." I told bro, I said
I thanked Nipsey for his kind words and told him that he was a source of motivation for me
"Hussle the motivation, my nigga." You know what I'm sayin'?
I used Nipsey's nickname (Hussle) as a term of endearment and acknowledged that he was a source of inspiration for me
So, so, so, um, I just wanna let bro know
I want to acknowledge Nipsey and let him know how much he meant to me
I wanna congratulate bro for his legacy and everything he did
I want to recognize Nipsey's accomplishments and his positive impact on the world
All the game he gave me, all the people he touched, and for the brand he left behind
I appreciate the valuable advice Nipsey gave me, his influence on others, and the legacy he created with his brand
On behalf of the West Coast, on behalf of L.A. The streets, my nigga, we love you, my nigga
I want to speak on behalf of myself and the entire West Coast, especially L.A., in expressing our love and gratitude for Nipsey
I'm gon' miss you, my nigga, and you already know what it is
I will miss Nipsey a lot, and I know he understands how much he meant to me
All Money In, 4Hunnid on mines, um, and like Lauren said
I want to pay tribute to Nipsey's brand (All Money In) and my own brand (4Hunnid) in honor of him, as his girlfriend Lauren also did
"The mothafuckin' marathon continues, nigga." West side, nigga
I recognize that Nipsey's legacy will live on and his impact will continue, and I want to show my love for the West Coast
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Written by: Keenon Jackson
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Klairah
I am so grateful to have found your music through Nipsey! He said that you are a genius! And itβs so true. YG is legendary and he is in his own lane. Thank You for being you and doing what you do so well.
K J
I still can't listen to this without crying.... I can just feel the hurt in his voice..see it in his eyes... Take care of yourself YG we will always support you!!
YG
THE MARATHON CONTINUES - 4REAL 4REAL! WESTSIDE
Hugo Campos
westside
Anthony Aguilar
Go loko Yg
Kobe W
STAY DANGEROUS
HMalete 985
πππ
Jermane Taylor
Westside Piru
Phunk4Life
Keep ya up Og
Ruspekt
Whoop whoop
Nixalin
May Nipsey be in our hearts forever.
Giovany Arroyo
Man this wasnβt just any other speech, this was art from the heart ππΌ