Mario Mims (born May 19, 1981 in Memphis, Tennessee), better known by his s… Read Full Bio ↴Mario Mims (born May 19, 1981 in Memphis, Tennessee), better known by his stage name Yo Gotti, is an American rapper signed to Cash Money Records. Formerly known as Lil Yo in the 90's, he released his first album, From Da Dope Game 2 Da Rap Game, in 2000. Since then he has released 2001's Self-Explanatory, 2003's Life, 2006's Back 2 Da Basics, 2008's Cocaine Muzik, 2009's CM2 (Cocaine Muzik 2 hosted by DJ Drama), and The Pyrex King: Street Runnaz Special Edition.

As one of the six epicenters of Southern hip hop, Memphis has always had a thriving underground capable of producing major platinum superstars such as Eightball & MJG, 3-6 Mafia and Project Pat,Skip a.k.a Gianni Booker. All of the above-mentioned artists at one point in time literally dominated the city’s underground rap scene before going on to become national superstars. Next up to bat is Yo Gotti, M-Town’s current underground rap kingpin. Like his namesake John Gotti, the Memphis based rapper has been running the Southern underground scene with an iron fist for the past. Known and respected throughout the South for his skill and finesse on the microphone, Yo Gotti is one the South’s most respected young rappers.
Born Mario Mims, Yo Gotti grew up in the infamous Ridge Crest Apartments in a North Memphis neighborhood called Frazier. His childhood was typical for a poor ghetto youth in the Deep South. Raised in a family of hustlers and exposed to hard times 24 hours a day the Tennessee rap titan soon turned to the only thing that he knew could get him paid, hustling. “Being from the hood things like hustling will come your way,” says Yo Gotti. “Everybody in my family hustled in some kinda way.” Ironically, hustling is what ultimately led Yo Gotti to rapping.
Taking his cue from Memphis rap legends such as Eightball & MJG, Al Kapone, Gangsta Black, Triple 6 Mafia and Kingpin Skinny Pimp, all of whom he lists as influences, Yo Gotti released his own underground tape entitled, Youngster on the Come Up and placed it on consignment at local mom & pop record stores as well as hustling it out the trunk. The tape sold like hotcakes on the street and made Yo Gotti the hottest rapper on the streets of Memphis. From the Dope Game to the Rap Game, Yo Gotti’s sophomore effort sold so well that Select-O-Hits, a local based independent distributor offered him a small deal and the Memphis rapper more than doubled his fan base with absolutely no marketing or promotions. Soon he found himself ranked among the city’s top rappers. In addition to being featured on the cover of Murderdog Magazine along side his idols Kingpin Skinny Pimp and Al Kapone his record From the Dope Game to the Rap Game made the list for the magazine’s top independent record for the year 2000.
Two years later he inked a distribution deal with TVT Records and released the critically acclaimed album Life, which did respectable numbers for an independent label. “It sold about 40 or 50,000, with no promotions or video,” says Yo Gotti. “That record did what it did on its own.” But as the old saying goes when one door is closed another opened. Gotti’s reputation as the king of Memphis continued to spread and that eventually led him to a production deal with Cash Money/Universal records for his group the Block Burnaz. With his TVT sophomore album entitled Back 2 Da Basics, Yo Gotti returns with the same hardcore street flavor that his die-hard fans have come to know and love, only this time around the true king of Memphis has elevated his game a bit. Given the fact that his last record didn’t do the type of big number he’d hope for you’d think that Yo Gotti would switch up his style to reach a larger audience. Right? Wrong! According to Gotti his street credibility with his underground fans means more to him than gold or platinum status.
“The one thing that you have to understand is that when you create a fan base off of street product the last thing you wanna do is disrespect them by changing because of the record companies and stuff like that. When you do that you change what created you. To me it is very important that I keep in tune with the people that helped to sell 40,000 records independently. That’s why I call my record Back 2 Da Basics.”
Produced by DJ Thoomp, Mannie Fresh, Carlos Brody and newcomers Street Tunes, Back 2 Da Basics offers fans a gritty, insider’s view into the real streets of Memphis as seen through the eyes of Yo Gotti. Nowhere is this viewpoint more intense than on “Full Time,” the amped up lead single –and featured in the MTV Films’ Hustle & Flow movie - with a thunderous bass and intoxicating beat that espouses Gotti’s formula to success –hustle full time.
“A lotta cats wanna be a rapper or a street hustler but they don’t wanna put in the time that it takes,” says Yo Gotti. “They want the money and the cars and the girls, but they don’t wanna work hard for it. But to be successful at anything you gotta grind for it.” On the song “Mama We Gone Be Alright,” he waxes introspective by reflecting on all of the hard times that he and his family have suffered through the years and offers her hope-filled words encouragement. “Mama We Gone Be Alright” along with the gripping tune “My Story” emerges as two of the most interesting songs on Back 2 Da Basics. These three titles along with club banging songs like “Shorty” featuring Baby make Back 2 Da Basics one of the best albums of the year.

Ha Ha
Yo Gotti Lyrics

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Every nigga 'round me got a Richard (Richard)
Every nigga 'round me still pictured (pictured)
Every nigga 'round me got a foreign (whippin')
And every nigga 'round me got bitches (bitches)
Every nigga 'round me got an AP (AP)
Every nigga 'round me just like me (dope boy)
Every nigga 'round me got a Patek, skelly, Rollie
Everybody sold weed (yeah)
Everybody with you on codeine, wake up
Quit fuckin' up the bag, lil' nigga, re-up
If a nigga disrespect me, I'ma tee up
Million-dollar dope boy, nigga, we up
Whole team litty, everybody with it
Matter fact, we the toughest niggas ever did it
Standin' on principle and standin' on business
We ain't steepin' 'bout bitches, we steppin' on bitches
New Rolls truck got lemonade seats
Big boy Phantom with two yellow freaks
Fuck nigga thought 'cause I'm rich, that I'm sweet
Haha, the joke'll never be on me
Haha, these niggas ain't beefin' with me
Haha, niggas ain't leechin' off me
Haha, I'm never pushin' P, it's pressure, yeah
I'ma charge a fuck nigga extra, yeah
And if it's my bitch, she special
And if it's your bitch, she regular
Buy the ho a Tesla
Yeah, I'm tryna preserve my energy
A bitch ain't gettin' nothin' else from me, yeah, yeah
Haha, them niggas got pressure
Haha, them bitches ain't special
Haha, haha, nigga so extra
Haha, them niggas don't want no pressure
Haha, haha, niggas ain't smokin' no gas
Fuck nigga smokin' on Tesla
Haha, haha, talkin' all tough, I'll test you
Left, right, swept you, haha, haha (Gangsta Grizzill)

(Haha, haha)
Haha, haha

(Haha like my nigga Davis)
(Haha, haha)

Overall Meaning

In Yo Gotti's song "Ha Ha," the lyrics depict the extravagant lifestyle and mindset of the rapper and his circle. The repetition of phrases like "Every nigga 'round me" and "Every nigga 'round me got" establishes a sense of unity and similarity among Gotti and his associates. This can be interpreted as a statement of their shared success and status.

The references to material possessions such as Richard watches (presumably Rolex), foreign cars, and expensive jewelry like AP and Patek watches reflect the rapper's wealth and the luxurious lifestyle he leads. Gotti wants to emphasize that everyone in his circle is on the same level, living in opulence and surrounded by women, which is symbolized by the line "Every nigga 'round me got bitches." The use of the word "foreign" further emphasizes the exotic nature of their possessions.

Gotti also brags about his success in the drug trade, proclaiming that everyone in his crew has sold weed. This suggests not only their involvement in the illegal trade but also their ability to generate substantial revenue from it. It highlights their entrepreneurial spirit and street credibility.

The lyrics also convey a sense of confidence and dominance. Gotti asserts that he and his crew are the toughest individuals who have ever existed, standing on principles and taking care of business. The line "We ain't steepin' 'bout bitches, we steppin' on bitches" implies that they are focused on their own success and not distracted by romantic relationships. They are willing to step over anyone who gets in their way.

Gotti continues to boast about his wealth, mentioning his Rolls-Royce truck with its distinctive lemonade-colored seats and his luxurious Phantom car with two "yellow freaks," indicating that he is in the company of attractive women. Gotti dismisses the idea that his wealth has made him soft or vulnerable, emphasizing that he is not to be underestimated.

In the latter part of the song, Gotti addresses those who may be envious or looking to take advantage of his success. He mocks them, suggesting that they do not have the same level of pressure or challenges that he faces. Gotti is willing to charge extra to deal with any problematic individuals, and he reaffirms that his woman holds a special place in his life while suggesting that others' women are ordinary.

Overall, "Ha Ha" portrays Yo Gotti's confidence in his success, his extravagant lifestyle, and his ability to rise above any challenges or threats that may come his way. The lyrics showcase his dominance, unity with his crew, and determination to protect what he has achieved.

Line by Line Meaning

Every nigga 'round me got a Richard (Richard)
Every person around me owns a Richard Mille watch, symbolizing their wealth and success.

Every nigga 'round me still pictured (pictured)
Everyone around me is always captured in photographs, signifying their constant presence in the spotlight.

Every nigga 'round me got a foreign (whippin')
All the people around me drive luxury foreign cars, indicating their status and financial prosperity.

And every nigga 'round me got bitches (bitches)
Each person in my circle has a multitude of attractive women around them, emphasizing their desirability and influence.

Every nigga 'round me got an AP (AP)
Every individual in my vicinity possesses an Audemars Piguet watch, symbolizing their wealth and luxurious lifestyle.

Every nigga 'round me just like me (dope boy)
All the people around me share the same background and lifestyle as a successful drug dealer like me.

Every nigga 'round me got a Patek, skelly, Rollie
Everyone surrounding me owns high-end luxury watches like Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet Skeleton, and Rolex, demonstrating their financial achievements.

Everybody sold weed (yeah)
In our community, it is common for individuals to have engaged in the illegal sale of marijuana.

Everybody with you on codeine, wake up
Many people I associate with consume codeine, a powerful opioid, as a recreational drug to experience a pleasurable high.

Quit fuckin' up the bag, lil' nigga, re-up
Stop wasting money and opportunities, young man, and replenish your drug supply to continue making profits.

If a nigga disrespect me, I'ma tee up
If someone shows me disrespect, I will retaliate aggressively and defend my honor.

Million-dollar dope boy, nigga, we up
As a successful drug dealer, I have accumulated substantial wealth, and my team and I are experiencing an upward trajectory in our lives.

Whole team litty, everybody with it
My entire crew is living a glamorous and flashy lifestyle, and everyone is aligned with our mission and mindset.

Matter fact, we the toughest niggas ever did it
In fact, we are the most formidable and resilient individuals who have ever achieved success in our line of work.

Standin' on principle and standin' on business
We operate based on strong moral values and keep our focus solely on our legitimate business activities.

We ain't steepin' 'bout bitches, we steppin' on bitches
We don't concern ourselves with trivial matters related to women; instead, we dominate and exercise power over them.

New Rolls truck got lemonade seats
My new Rolls-Royce truck is equipped with luxurious yellow-colored seats, symbolizing exclusivity and opulence.

Big boy Phantom with two yellow freaks
I own a large and imposing Rolls-Royce Phantom, and I have two attractive women accompanying me who are enthusiastic and open-minded.

Fuck nigga thought 'cause I'm rich, that I'm sweet
Don't mistake my wealth and success as a sign of weakness or naivety.

Haha, the joke'll never be on me
I always maintain control and never become the subject of ridicule or mockery.

Haha, these niggas ain't beefin' with me
These individuals do not have any real conflict or rivalry with me; they are not on my level.

Haha, niggas ain't leechin' off me
People are not taking advantage of me or benefiting from my success without giving anything in return.

Haha, I'm never pushin' P, it's pressure, yeah
I never need to promote or sell drugs anymore; my level of influence and reputation generate significant pressure on others.

I'ma charge a fuck nigga extra, yeah
I will demand additional payment or impose penalties on those who disrespect or cross me.

And if it's my bitch, she special
If someone is in a romantic relationship with me, they are considered exceptional and significant.

And if it's your bitch, she regular
Conversely, if someone is involved with you, their value or importance is diminished in comparison.

Buy the ho a Tesla
I am willing to purchase a Tesla car for a woman who is loyal and devoted to me.

Yeah, I'm tryna preserve my energy
I am focused on conserving my mental and physical energy, prioritizing my personal well-being.

A bitch ain't gettin' nothin' else from me, yeah, yeah
No woman will receive any further benefits or favors from me.

Haha, them niggas got pressure
These individuals are facing significant challenges and difficulties in their lives.

Haha, them bitches ain't special
These women are not unique or extraordinary; they hold no significant influence or status.

Haha, haha, nigga so extra
This person is displaying excessive and unnecessary behaviors, trying too hard to impress others.

Haha, them niggas don't want no pressure
These individuals do not desire or have the capability to handle any conflicts or confrontations.

Haha, haha, niggas ain't smokin' no gas
These individuals are not consuming or experiencing the highest quality of marijuana.

Fuck nigga smokin' on Tesla
Inexperienced and inferior individuals are smoking subpar weed, often referred to as 'Tesla'.

Haha, haha, talkin' all tough, I'll test you
Despite their boastful claims, I am willing to put these individuals to the test and prove their lack of credibility.

Left, right, swept you, haha, haha (Gangsta Grizzill)
I swiftly defeated and outmaneuvered these individuals, laughing at their failed attempts. (Referring to the Gangsta Grizzill crew)

(Haha, haha)
(Expressing continued amusement and superiority)

Haha, haha
Haha, haha

(Haha like my nigga Davis)
(Making a personal reference to Davis, potentially a respected colleague or friend)

(Haha, haha)
(Expressing continued amusement and superiority)

Lyrics © SINGLES PUBLISHING, LLC
Written by: Mario Mims, Alexander Krygsman, Jack Richmeier, Salomon Gonzalez, Alexander NinkeuMonro

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