Born Adolph Thornton, Jr. in Chicago, Dolph debuted in 2008 with the mixtape Paper Route Campaign. Subsequent releases like The Weed Album and South Memphis Kingpin brought him to 2012, when he dropped the first in a successful series of mixtapes dubbed High Class Street Music . By the time High Class Street Music 4 and the Preach single dropped in 2014, Dolph was working with major-label producers including Drumma Boy and Zaytoven. Both provided tracks for his 2016 debut LP, King of Memphis, which featured no guest artists, and debuted at number 49 on the Billboard 200 albums chart.
A trio of mixtapes followed, ending withm Rich Crack Baby. The album entered the Billboard 200 upon release and included guest appearances by Boosie Badazz, 2 Chainz, Wale, T.I., Gucci Mane, and 21 Savage. Another mixtape, Gelato, followed in early 2017, containing the Yo Gotti diss track Play wit Yo' Bitch as well as tracks featuring Migos, Wiz Khalifa, and Lil Yachty. Dolph's second studio album,Bulletproof, was released in April of 2017 and reached the Top 40 of the Billboard 200. Mere months later, he issued Thinking Out Loud, which featured guest spots by DRAM, Gucci Mane, 2 Chainz, and Ty Dolla $ign. The album was another success, hitting number 16 on the Billboard 200.
In early 2018, Dolph issued the EP Niggas Get Shot Everyday, following up later that year with the Key Glock collaboration Major (feat. Key Glock) and the solo track By Mistake The full-length Role Model appeared later in the year and became Dolph's highest-charting album to date, hitting number 15 on the Billboard 200. One year later, Dolph joined frequent collaborator Key Glock for 2019's Dum and Dummer, the pair's first collaborative mixtape. Dolph's seventh studio album, Rich Slave, arrived in August 2020 and found him addressing issues of racism and inequality in America. Included on the album were guest appearances by Megan Thee Stallion, Key Glock, and G Herbo. In 2021, Dolph and Glock reunited for Dum and Dummer 2, followed promptly by PAPER ROUTE iLLUMINATi, a showcase album for Dolph's Paper Route Empire label. Young Dolph died on November 17, 2021 after he was shot while visiting a bakery in Memphis en route to a Thanksgiving turkey giveaway. He was 36 years old.
By Mistake
Young Dolph Lyrics
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Skrrt skrrt
(Yeah, yeah)
(Yeah, yeah, yeah)
(Yeah, yeah, yeah)
Skrrt!
(Yeah, yeah, yeah)
(Yeah, yeah, yeah)
(Yeah, yeah)
Run up on this fire, and get burnt, lil' nigga (fire)
Spent a half of million just on furniture, nigga (damn)
Paper route bid'ness, it don't concern you, lil' nigga (watch out)
Be careful who you call your friend, they turn on you, nigga (forreal)
I'm DUI right now, I don't belong behind the wheel (woah)
One thing about it, I'ma get money long as I live (woo)
I can't stop at that red light, I keep going, I don't yield (turn up)
I can't do that deal if it ain't more than eight mil' (damn)
Oh shit, got them M's and now he lit
Hunnid thousand dollar investment, I invest on my wrist (woo!)
All she do is run her mouth, tell that bitch to suck a dick
I was born a superstar, so I put one on my fist
I just smash, I don't kiss (nah)
Hit the gas, I'm in the whip (nyoom)
Hate to brag, but I'm the shit (hah)
Got some head when I was six
I threw thirty in Magic (Magic)
Do that make me a trick? (What?)
House on the lake, but I don't even know how to fish, damn
Mothafuck the law, fuck the law, fuck the law (fuck 'em all)
Flyin' down Elvis Presley in the race car (Boulevard)
I been drinking raw, drinking raw, drinking raw (raw!)
White girl with me, and she look just like a Barbie Doll (woo!)
I just walked in Barneys, spent a forty by mistake (racks)
I just walked in Barneys, spent a forty by mistake (racks!)
I just walked in Barneys, spent a forty by mistake (stacks)
If I take you out, bitch, that's a million dollar date
I been flexin' too hard (why you say that?), I feel the hate (damn)
Bodybuilder shit, nigga, I came up pumpin' weight (uh)
They smile in yo' face (yup), but really want yo' place (yup)
Ain't nobody straight (fuck 'em), just give me my cake (yeah)
My lil' bitch she gun thick, when she walk that thing shake (ha)
Trap nigga mentality, I don't put shit in my name (it's Dolph)
Name one nigga that ever gave me a dime, I'll give you a million
Name one bitch that I can't fuck, and I'll give you two million (hah!)
White girl with me, and she look just like a Barbie Doll (woah)
White girl with me, I just found out she a porn star (yeah, yeah)
I just wanna smash you one time, I don't want your heart (keep that)
I just spent one hundred and somethin' thousand on a Dodge (yeah)
Mothafuck the law, fuck the law, fuck the law (fuck 'em all)
Flyin' down Elvis Presley in the race car (Boulevard)
I been drinking raw, drinking raw, drinking raw (raw!)
White girl with me, and she look just like a Barbie Doll (woo!)
I just walked in Barneys, spent a forty by mistake (racks)
I just walked in Barneys, spent a forty by mistake (racks!)
I just walked in Barneys, spent a forty by mistake (stacks)
If I take you out, bitch, that's a million dollar date (yeah, yeah)
Young Dolph's "By Mistake" is a trap song that talks about the rapper's lavish lifestyle, from his expensive taste in furniture, cars, and clothing to his relationships with women and his outlook on life. The song begins with a warning to those who might threaten him, stating that they will get burned. He then talks about his paper route business and advises listeners to be cautious about who they consider friends because they can turn on you. Dolph raps about being under the influence, driving, and having a one-track mind of making money. He also mentions investing in his wrist, making a million-dollar deal, having multiple M's in his bank account, and buying expensive accessories. Dolph’s boastful lyrics convey the message that he lives a carefree life and does not abide by traditional rules or constraints.
The chorus of the song echoes Dolph’s anti-establishment attitude, repeatedly stating, "Mothafuck the law! Fuck the law! Fuck the law!" He boasts about flying down Elvis Presley Boulevard in a race car while drinking raw and having a white girl, who looks like a Barbie Doll, by his side. The chorus is then followed by Dolph describing his extravagant shopping experience at Barneys, where he mistakenly spent a fortune, which is not a big deal to him because he is rich. The song concludes with his disdain for those who smile in his face, but secretly harbor jealousy and greed towards him, fueling Dolph's need to succeed.
Overall, "By Mistake" is a song that boasts of wealth and luxury, while taking a critical stance towards those who might try to impede Dolph and his success.
Line by Line Meaning
Skrrt
Sound effect of car tires screeching in excitement
Skrrt skrrt
Continued car tire screeching
(Yeah, yeah)
Affirmative acknowledgement of success and enjoyment
(Yeah, yeah, yeah)
Further affirmation of success and excitement
Run up on this fire, and get burnt, lil' nigga
Don't mess with my crew or you will face the consequences
Spent a half of million just on furniture, nigga
Money is no object when it comes to furnishing his lavish lifestyle
Paper route bid'ness, it don't concern you, lil' nigga
His profitable business is not for anyone to meddle with
Be careful who you call your friend, they turn on you, nigga
Friends can quickly become foes, and one must be cautious and aware of who they trust
I'm DUI right now, I don't belong behind the wheel
He is aware of his wrongdoing, but he won't let it stop him from getting to his destination
One thing about it, I'ma get money long as I live
He is determined to maintain his wealth and success for the long haul
I can't stop at that red light, I keep going, I don't yield
He is a go-getter who refuses to let anything get in the way of his goals
I can't do that deal if it ain't more than eight mil'
He has high standards and will only agree to a business deal if it benefits him greatly
Oh shit, got them M's and now he lit
He has recently acquired a lot of money and is now living extravagantly
Hunnid thousand dollar investment, I invest on my wrist
He is willing to spend a lot of money on accessories like watches and jewelry
All she do is run her mouth, tell that bitch to suck a dick
He is uninterested in gossip and drama, and simply wants people to mind their own business
I was born a superstar, so I put one on my fist
He believes he was destined for fame and fortune, and wants to showcase it with his accessories
I just smash, I don't kiss
He is a playboy who is uninterested in any emotional connections
Hit the gas, I'm in the whip
He's driving fast and recklessly
Hate to brag, but I'm the shit
He's confident and knows his worth
Got some head when I was six
A vulgar and unnecessary detail about his past
I threw thirty in Magic (Magic)
He generously spent a large sum of money at the strip club
Do that make me a trick? (What?)
He's indifferent to others' judgment and opinions about how he spends his money
House on the lake, but I don't even know how to fish, damn
He has a luxurious home, but doesn't know how to take advantage of its location
Mothafuck the law, fuck the law, fuck the law (fuck 'em all)
He has a rebellious and anti-authority attitude
Flyin' down Elvis Presley in the race car (Boulevard)
He's driving fast and dangerously on a popular road named after a famous musician
I been drinking raw, drinking raw, drinking raw (raw!)
He's bragging about drinking alcohol straight, without mixers
White girl with me, and she look just like a Barbie Doll (woo!)
He's with an attractive, blonde white woman
I just walked in Barneys, spent a forty by mistake (racks)
He accidentally spent a large amount of money while shopping at a high-end store
If I take you out, bitch, that's a million dollar date
He's willing to spend extravagantly on his romantic interests
I been flexin' too hard (why you say that?), I feel the hate (damn)
He's been showing off his wealth and it's attracting negativity
Bodybuilder shit, nigga, I came up pumpin' weight (uh)
He built his wealth by working hard and lifting weights
They smile in yo' face (yup), but really want yo' place (yup)
People can seem friendly but they're secretly envious or want what you have
Ain't nobody straight (fuck 'em), just give me my cake (yeah)
He's uninterested in identifying as straight or caring what others think of him, as long as he gets his money
My lil' bitch she gun thick, when she walk that thing shake (ha)
His female partner has a curvy physique and confidently shows it off
Trap nigga mentality, I don't put shit in my name (it's Dolph)
He has an entrepreneur's mindset and doesn't associate his possessions with his personal name
Name one nigga that ever gave me a dime, I'll give you a million
He's self-made and doesn't owe his success to anyone else
Name one bitch that I can't fuck, and I'll give you two million (hah!)
He has a lot of sexual confidence and thinks he can seduce anyone
White girl with me, I just found out she a porn star (yeah, yeah)
He's recently discovered that his female companion is a pornographic actress
I just wanna smash you one time, I don't want your heart (keep that)
He's only interested in sex without any emotional attachment
I just spent one hundred and somethin' thousand on a Dodge (yeah)
He just bought an expensive car
If I take you out, bitch, that's a million dollar date (yeah, yeah)
He's willing to spend extravagantly on his romantic interests, for a chance to spend time with them
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., EMPIRE PUBLISHING
Written by: Adolph R. Thornton, Hayward Ivy
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Riding Dirty
2023 he still here with us. Nobody can touch the talent this man had...
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That’s a fact
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Deceased Avocado
yk who he was 😏
Gar_i_son
RIP Dolph. You will be missed!
KingNicc
Man If I only God didn’t call him home so soon Damn I should’ve been praying for his life to be long He still would’ve been here he would’ve live from the he wound 🤦🏽♂️
Wasn't Me
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Almighty Trillionaire
Rip 🙏💯