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.
Had to Quit Fucking With You
Yo Gotti Lyrics
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I gotta quit fucking with you
I gotta quit fucking with you
Damn, homie, all the shit that we done been through
I gotta quit fucking with you
Gun jam, say the motherfucker wouldn't shoot (alright)
Gotta quit fucking with you
You, I gotta quit fucking with you
You, I gotta quit fucking with you
You were my main bitch and I loved you, too
Biggest ho in the city, gotta quit fucking with you
I gotta quit fucking with you
I gotta quit fucking with you
Let me tell you a story about this bitch I had
Used to buy this bitch all types of bags
Lil' bad bitch, kept me on my swag shit
Went to school to be a stylist, bitch kinda act a lil' childish
My main bitch, I think I like this ho
What the fuck was wrong with me? Thinking I can wife this ho
Lets put it like this, she on the money team
Every rapper, every trapper, any athlete
I gotta quit fucking with you
Every nigga in the city be fucking with you
Lil lying bitch, always on that crying shit
Fine bitch, cute face, you a think she so innocent
Yeah, she innocent, she into me, we intimate
We be fucking instantly, got head game consistency
Consistency, she fucked my head up mentally
Got head in that new Bentley, I thought this bitch was into me
I gotta quit fucking with you
I gotta quit fucking with you
Damn, homie, all the shit that we done been through
I gotta quit fucking with you
Gun jam, say the motherfucker wouldn't shoot (alright)
Gotta quit fucking with you
You, I gotta quit fucking with you
You, I gotta quit fucking with you
You were my main bitch and I loved you, too
Biggest ho in the city, gotta quit fucking with you
I gotta quit fucking with you
I gotta quit fucking with you
My home boy, ride or die
Brick coppa, pistol poppa, we stay in the sky
Sunday night, fell in the club
Know them pistols on deck, so you know what it was
Enemy in this bitch, we laughing on chill
We know once he leave the club he posted to kill
Gun jam, homie for real
Took his strap straight out the whip and unloaded the clip
It's war time, you know what it do
Fuck you ain't know, I gotta quit fucking with you
Homeboy in the fed, a hundred twenty months (ten)
He be down by three, get out a couple months
I gotta quit fucking with you
I can read between the lines, I know what it do
He telling something, and I'm telling 'em too
Let the streets know, they gotta quit fucking with you
I gotta quit fucking with you
I gotta quit fucking with you
Damn, homie, all the shit that we done been through
I gotta quit fucking with you
Gun jam, say the motherfucker wouldn't shoot (alright)
Gotta quit fucking with you
You, I gotta quit fucking with you
You, I gotta quit fucking with you
You were my main bitch and I loved you, too
Biggest ho in the city, gotta quit fucking with you
I gotta quit fucking with you
I gotta quit fucking with you
In "Had to Quit Fucking With You" by Yo Gotti, the lyrics tell a story of a tumultuous relationship with a woman who brings chaos and trouble into the singer's life. The opening lines express the need to end the relationship, acknowledging the history they share, but ultimately accepting that it's time to move on. The line "Gun jam, say the motherfucker wouldn't shoot" suggests that even in dangerous situations, the singer realizes the need to separate from this woman.
In the second verse, the singer reflects on the past, describing how he was infatuated with this woman, disregarding her manipulative and selfish behavior. He admits to being blinded by her looks and charm, falling for her game. The lyrics also mention that many other men in the city have been entangled with her, showcasing her promiscuity. The singer finally confronts the harsh reality that he needs to quit being involved with this woman, as she brings negative influences and mental damage into his life.
The final verse introduces a new storyline, where the singer's friend is involved in criminal activities, dealing with guns and potentially facing time in prison. Despite the friend's loyalty, the singer recognizes that association with him may lead to trouble and puts distance between them. The lyrics reveal the singer's awareness of his surroundings and the need to end toxic relationships for his own well-being and safety.
Overall, "Had to Quit Fucking With You" is a introspective song that explores the singer's journey to break free from a destructive relationship and the consequences of his associations.
Line by Line Meaning
I gotta quit fucking with you
I need to stop being involved with you
Damn, homie, all the shit that we done been through
Wow, my friend, we have experienced many difficult situations together
Gun jam, say the motherfucker wouldn't shoot (alright)
The gun got stuck and couldn't fire
You, I gotta quit fucking with you
You, specifically, I must stop being involved with
You were my main bitch and I loved you, too
You were my primary partner and I had feelings for you as well
Biggest ho in the city, gotta quit fucking with you
You are known as the most promiscuous person in the city, and I need to stop being involved with you
Let me tell you a story about this bitch I had
Allow me to share a tale about this woman I was involved with
Used to buy this bitch all types of bags
I used to purchase various expensive bags for this woman
Lil' bad bitch, kept me on my swag shit
A young, attractive woman who helped me maintain my stylish behavior
Went to school to be a stylist, bitch kinda act a lil' childish
She pursued an education in styling, but she behaved somewhat immaturely
My main bitch, I think I like this ho
My primary partner, I believe I have strong feelings for this woman
What the fuck was wrong with me? Thinking I can wife this ho
What was I thinking? Believing I could commit to this woman
Lets put it like this, she on the money team
To put it in simple terms, she is associated with wealthy people
Every rapper, every trapper, any athlete
She has connections with every rapper, drug dealer, and athlete
Every nigga in the city be fucking with you
Every man in the city is involved with you sexually
Lil lying bitch, always on that crying shit
Little deceptive woman, always pretending to be upset
Fine bitch, cute face, you a think she so innocent
Attractive woman, adorable appearance, making you believe she is innocent
Yeah, she innocent, she into me, we intimate
Yes, she appears innocent, but she is interested in me, and we have a close relationship
We be fucking instantly, got head game consistency
We engage in sexual activity immediately, and she consistently performs oral sex well
Consistency, she fucked my head up mentally
Her consistency in our sexual encounters has negatively affected my mental state
Got head in that new Bentley, I thought this bitch was into me
She performed oral sex in my new Bentley, and I mistakenly believed she was genuinely interested in me
My home boy, ride or die
My close friend, loyal and dependable
Brick coppa, pistol poppa, we stay in the sky
Involved in drug trafficking and gun violence, we live in a dangerous environment
Sunday night, fell in the club
On a Sunday night, we went to the club
Know them pistols on deck, so you know what it was
Aware that we had guns ready, indicating the potential for violence
Enemy in this bitch, we laughing on chill
An adversary is present, but we remain calm and even find it amusing
We know once he leave the club he posted to kill
We are aware that once he exits the club, he intends to commit murder
Gun jam, homie for real
The gun malfunctioned, my friend, it truly happened
Took his strap straight out the whip and unloaded the clip
Grabbed his firearm directly from the car and emptied the ammunition
It's war time, you know what it do
It's a time of conflict, and you know what needs to be done
My homeboy in the fed, a hundred twenty months (ten)
My close friend is serving a sentence of 120 months (ten years) in a federal prison
He be down by three, get out a couple months
He will be released in a few months, having already served a significant portion of his sentence
I can read between the lines, I know what it do
I can understand the hidden meaning behind the words, I know what needs to be done
He telling something, and I'm telling 'em too
He is sharing certain information, and I am also disclosing it
Let the streets know, they gotta quit fucking with you
Inform the community that they must stop being involved with you
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Mario Mims
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
stenetworks
Still bumping this in 2019 A state to Mtown much love to Gotti
B P
2020 and still a banger 🤟🏽
Anna Russell
Still the shit and it's almost 2018🙌💯
Antonio Smith
Replies
Bread N Butta
Yo, I'm a bouncer in some of the hottest night clubs in my city and sometimes I even work private security for major artists in surrounding cities. I said all of that to say this.... from the things I've seen this is one of the most REALEST SONGS I've heard in awhile. This shit is SOOOOOOO on point. When Drake was rapping about the stripper in kings of diamonds and said "cause to her I'm just another rapper".... that shit is real!!! Men play games, but chicks be on a whole other level.
Rebellious 1
ON NATION I'm fuxkinG wit this riGht now #FACTS
StankAzzDrawlz
That beat is SIIIICCK!!!!
Bonita Chica21
I remember my ex use to sing this to me when he got mad at me 😂 rip meezy
Almight _Sosa49
💯💯💯💯 THAT BEAT THO💯💯💯
Beatz R Us
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