The same album also features a song dedicated to his former partner Mad Lou, who is currently incarcerated.
Gangsta
Young Jeezy Lyrics
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Got a couple old porches, couple old schools
I'll line ya ass up push ya tape backwards
'Cause I'm a real nigga I don't like rappers
And that ain't this and this ain't that
And bitch I'm strapped
Fuck wit real nigga that'll cut ya throat
All I do is talk dro its like my brain on drugs
See me out nigga I do my thing in clubs
Listen up Jeezy gotta a little riddle
Stack of 20-dollar bill two bands in the middle
[Chorus]
All the gangstas they gon ride to this
They goin' grind to this
They goin' shine to this
This is gangsta music, this is gangsta music, this is gangsta music, and
this is gangsta music
All the hustlers they goin' ride to this
They goin' grind to this
They goin' shine to this
This is hustler music, this is hustler music, this is hustler music, and
this is hustler music
We don't talk on the phone 'cause it might stick
Gotta play for the 7 call it Mike Vick
Dirty birds nigga we play wit them falcons
Know some niggas in the Decatur that pay for them falcons
Talking young hungry niggas eat ya whole plate
Jeezy place the order niggas eat ya whole face
You got me Mr. Scrooge all fucked up
Jump out hit the switch light ya ass up
Carbon 15 wit the one pound drum
Got plenty for any nigga think he wants some
We don't leave 'em at the house we bring 'em out
My chain for yo life we can swap it out
[Chorus]
The hoes love my voice
Make they pussy moist
Certified g shit and I'm the gangster's choice
niggas popping off hope they bullet proof
Leave holes inside ya like a sunroof
Mack 11 in the club and a sub nose
Swear to God knock you niggas out ya clothes
Lay ya ass flat like a doormat
niggas ask for but they don't want that
In the rap game takin' niggas clientele
White ones like the powder that I used to sell
Give a fuck about a player hater
Hit 'em wit the tool bust his whole radiator
In Young Jeezy's song "Gangsta Music," the rapper proclaims his status as a real gangster who despises the façade of other rappers. He suggests that he surrounds himself with old but valuable possessions, such as cars and education, which demonstrate his worth. Furthermore, he declares that he is capable of easily dispatching with any challengers, highlighting his lethality with lines such as, "Jeezy place the order n*****s eat ya whole face." Jeezy emphasizes his worth and loyalty, suggesting that his guns are a symbol of power and must be wielded by real gangsters.
The chorus exclaims the audience to the song's ability to resonate—to much louder and clearer with gangsters and those who must struggle to succeed. He challenges the falsehoods and superficial status symbols of other rappers who don't have the street cred that he possesses. Jeezy's lyrics unveil his true power and connection to the underworld, evidenced by his drug contacts and ability to take out other gangsters quickly. He puts his listeners in the moment with vivid descriptions of gun battles and drug deals, among other vivid and uncomfortable depictions of urban life.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm here now you old news
I have arrived and now you're no longer relevant
Got a couple old porches, couple old schools
I have a collection of vintage cars
I'll line ya ass up push ya tape backwards
I will end your career and make it seem like it never happened
'Cause I'm a real nigga I don't like rappers
I don't associate with fake people who just pretend to be gangsters in their music
And that ain't this and this ain't that
Things are not always as they seem
And bitch I'm strapped
I am carrying a firearm
Fuck wit real nigga that'll cut ya throat
Don't mess with me or I will harm you
And they don't drink Pepsi they just sell Coke
I am affiliated with drug dealers who sell cocaine
All I do is talk dro its like my brain on drugs
I talk about marijuana a lot because it is always on my mind
See me out nigga I do my thing in clubs
When I go to clubs, I am the center of attention and show off my wealth and status
Listen up Jeezy gotta a little riddle
I have a puzzle to share with you
Stack of 20-dollar bill two bands in the middle
I have $2,000 in cash stacked between $20 bills
All the gangstas they gon ride to this
My music appeals to those who are involved with criminal activity
They goin' grind to this
They will work hard and hustle to this music
They goin' shine to this
They will show off their successes to this music
This is gangsta music, this is gangsta music, this is gangsta music, and this is gangsta music
This song embodies the lifestyle and mentality of a gangster
All the hustlers they goin' ride to this
My music also appeals to those who work hard and grind for their success
They goin' grind to this
They will work tirelessly to achieve their goals while listening to this song
They goin' shine to this
Their accomplishments will be celebrated and shown off while listening to this song
This is hustler music, this is hustler music, this is hustler music, and this is hustler music
This song embodies the mentality and lifestyle of a hustler
We don't talk on the phone 'cause it might stick
We avoid using phones due to their potential to be tapped by law enforcement
Gotta play for the 7 call it Mike Vick
I have a valuable drug hookup and refer to them as 'Mike Vick'
Dirty birds nigga we play wit them falcons
We sell drugs in Atlanta, which is home to the Falcons football team (referred to as 'dirty birds')
Know some niggas in the Decatur that pay for them falcons
I am familiar with people in Decatur who buy Falcons (a type of car)
Talking young hungry niggas eat ya whole plate
We are ambitious and will take everything you have
Jeezy place the order niggas eat ya whole face
I am responsible for calling the shots in my crew and we will hurt you bad
You got me Mr. Scrooge all fucked up
You misunderstood my intentions and identity
Jump out hit the switch light ya ass up
We will attack you and turn on our car lights to expose you
Carbon 15 wit the one pound drum
I own a Carbon 15 (a type of gun) with a large drum magazine
Got plenty for any nigga think he wants some
I am well-equipped to handle any threats that come my way
We don't leave 'em at the house we bring 'em out
We always carry our weapons with us
My chain for yo life we can swap it out
My chain is so valuable that it could be used as ransom for someone's life
The hoes love my voice
Women are intensely attracted to my voice
Make they pussy moist
My voice has a strong sexual effect on women
Certified g shit and I'm the gangster's choice
I am an authentic gangster and highly regarded within the criminal community
Niggas popping off hope they bullet proof
Those who start fights with me better be prepared to face danger
Leave holes inside ya like a sunroof
I will shoot you and create holes in your body like a sunroof
Mack 11 in the club and a sub nose
I carry a machine gun with a silencer in clubs
Swear to God knock you niggas out ya clothes
I will hit you so hard that your clothes will come off
Lay ya ass flat like a doormat
I will defeat and humiliate you easily
Niggas ask for but they don't want that
People might talk about wanting to be like me, but they are not prepared for the consequences
In the rap game takin' niggas clientele
I am succeeding in the rap industry by stealing fans and admirers from other artists
White ones like the powder that I used to sell
I make a lot of money through selling cocaine
Give a fuck about a player hater
I don't care about those who are jealous of my success and try to bring me down
Hit 'em wit the tool bust his whole radiator
I will use my gun to shoot someone and cause extensive damage to their body
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DEMETRIUS STEWART, JAY JENKINS
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