I Put On
Young Jeezy Lyrics


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I put on...
I put on...
I put on...
I put on for my city, on, on for my city
I put on for my city, on, on for my city
I put on for my city, on, on for my city
I put on for my city, on, on for my city
[Verse 1: Young Jeezy]
When they see me off in traffic, they say Jeezy on some other shit
Send them pussy niggas running straight back to the dealership
Me I'm in my spaceship, that's right I work for NASA
This 7H is not a fraud, call that my bitch my bodyguard
Call that bitch your bodyguard? Yeah that's my bodyguard
Wear a lot of jewelry, Young don't so security
What's whiter than a napkin harder than a dinner plate?
If you want it come and get it you know I stay super straight
Ran up in my spots and now I'm working out the Super8
Know you niggas hungry come and get a super plate
Y'all sing happy birthday yeah I got that super cake
100 karat bracelet I use it like some super bait

[Chorus 2x: Young Jeezy]
I put on for my city, on, on for my city
I put on for my city, on, on for my city
Put on - Eastside
Put on - Southside
Put on - Westside
Put on... (Yeah, let's go)

[Young Jeezy (Lil' Kim)]
(Oh yeah)
I put on... (You knew it was coming)
I put on... (Yo Jeezy what's poppin' my G?)
I put on... (I like this right here, that's what I do)
I put on for my city, on, on for my city (Yeah)
I put on for my city, on, on for my city
(They want a show, I'll give 'em a show)
I put on for my city, on, on for my city
(Yeah, eastside, southside, I'll do it like I'm doing it for TV baby)
I put on for my city, on, on for my city
(I put on for every city I go to, proceed)

[Verse 2: Lil' Kim]
Lamborghini name on my luggage and my sports car
Jog five miles in my Louis Vuitton sports bra
Nigga I ain't playing, the celeb's in the courthouse
I show up and show out, that's my motto 'til the day I die
Trying to do what I already did, I'm on some other shit
You don't like me? Well I don't really give a spit
They don't wanna give it to me, dammit I'ma take the shit
Get money international, y'all can have them local chips
I pops, can't duck the barrel, I was born and breed thorough
If you know me then ya know I put on for my borough
Might catch me in Maybach, Phantom, or the private jet
Put on like a billionaire and I ain't even got it yet

[Chorus: Young Jeezy (Lil' Kim)]
I put on for my city, on, on for my city
(What y'all gon' do when I do get it, huh?)
I put on for my city, on, on for my city
(It's all over now)
Put on - Eastside
Put on - Southside
Put on - Westside
Put on... (Yeah, let's go)

I put on for my city, on, on for my city
I put on for my city, on, on for my city
Put on - Eastside
Put on - Southside
Put on - Westside
Put on... (Yeah, let's go)

I put on...
I put on...
I put on...
I put on for my city, I put on for my...
I put on for my city, I put on for my city, on ...

[Verse 3: Kanye West]
I feel like there's still niggas that owe me checks
I feel like there's still bitches that owe me sex
I feel like this but niggas don't know this stress
I lost the only girl in the world that know me best
I got the money and the fame and that don't mean shit
I got the Jesus on the chain man that don't mean shit
Cuz' when the Jesus pieces can't bring me peace
Yo I need this at least, uh, one of Russell's nieces on
I let my nightmares go I put on everybody that I knew from the go
I know hoes that was frontin' when they knew we was broke
They say damn Yeezy Yeezy you don't know us no more
You got that big fame homey and you just changed on me
You can ask Big Homey man the top so lonely
I ain't lyy-iing so lonely I aint lyyy-iing
Let me see what we have tonight what we have tonight
I'm high as a satellite (satellite) I see those flashing lights (flashing lights)
Cuz' every night, every night





[Chorus to fade]

Overall Meaning

The song "I Put On" by Young Jeezy is an ode to his city, as he proclaims that he puts on for his city over and over again throughout the song. The opening lines set the tone for the rest of the song, where Young Jeezy describes how people react when they see him in traffic. He goes on to talk about his extravagant lifestyle and reputation for being a high roller, which is acknowledged by those who are familiar with him. The chorus, which is repeated throughout the song, emphasizes Jeezy's loyalty and dedication to his hometown.


In the second verse, Lil' Kim joins in and adds her own flavor to the track. She raps about her own immense wealth and status, while also emphasizing her tenacity and never backing down from a challenge. Finally, near the end of the song, Kanye West jumps in with a verse that touches on his own struggles and feelings of isolation despite his enormous success.


Overall, "I Put On" is an anthem for anyone who loves their city and feels a deep sense of pride and duty towards it. Young Jeezy puts his heart and soul into every verse and chorus, and the result is a powerful and emotional ode to his hometown.


Line by Line Meaning

I put on...
I am representing and showing off for my hometown


I put on for my city, on, on for my city
I am representing and showing love for my city in everything I do


When they see me off in traffic, they say Jeezy on some other shit
People seeing me on the road know I'm on a different level of success


Send them pussy niggas running straight back to the dealership
I intimidate weaker individuals to the point where they coward away


Me I'm in my spaceship, that's right I work for NASA
I'm living luxurious and made it to the top from my previous struggles


This 7H is not a fraud, call that my bitch my bodyguard
My car is authentic and a representation of my wealth and status


Call that bitch your bodyguard? Yeah that's my bodyguard
My car is not only a status symbol but also provides me protection


Wear a lot of jewelry, Young don't so security
Others need to rely on security to protect their valuables, I don't


What's whiter than a napkin harder than a dinner plate?
I have something valuable and rare that others don't possess


If you want it come and get it you know I stay super straight
I am confident in my abilities and unafraid of any challenges


Ran up in my spots and now I'm working out the Super8
I started from the bottom and now I'm working out of luxury hotels


Know you niggas hungry come and get a super plate
I am generous and willing to share my success with others


Y'all sing happy birthday yeah I got that super cake
I have achieved great financial success and can afford to be extravagant


100 karat bracelet I use it like some super bait
My jewelry is so valuable it can attract anyone's attention


Put on - Eastside
I am representing the Eastside of my city


Put on - Southside
I am representing the Southside of my city


Put on - Westside
I am representing the Westside of my city


I put on...
I am continuing to represent and show off regardless of any negativity or haters


I put on for my city, on, on for my city
I am continuing to show love and support for my city and its people in all my endeavors


Lamborghini name on my luggage and my sports car
I have achieved success and can afford luxurious amenities


Jog five miles in my Louis Vuitton sports bra
Even while exercising, I am still stylish and living a lavish lifestyle


Nigga I ain't playing, the celeb's in the courthouse
I am not playing around and am serious about my success, even facing legal issues


I show up and show out, that's my motto 'til the day I die
I strive to make a lasting impact and continue to succeed until the end


Trying to do what I already did, I'm on some other shit
Others are attempting to emulate or mimic my success, but I am always pushing the boundaries


You don't like me? Well I don't really give a spit
I am confident in myself and know I cannot please everyone


They don't wanna give it to me, dammit I'ma take the shit
I will not be denied what I am owed, and will go above and beyond to attain it


Get money international, y'all can have them local chips
I am achieving success on a global scale, while others only settle for regional success


I pops, can't duck the barrel, I was born and breed thorough
I am not afraid of danger and was raised to handle any situation


If you know me then ya know I put on for my borough
Those who know me are aware of my unrelenting love and support for my hometown


Might catch me in Maybach, Phantom, or the private jet
I am living a luxurious lifestyle and can afford to travel in style


Put on like a billionaire and I ain't even got it yet
I am projecting a wealthy image and will continue to strive for success


I feel like there's still niggas that owe me checks
There are people who still owe me payment for my work or services


I feel like there's still bitches that owe me sex
There are women who owe me sexual favors or attention


I feel like this but niggas don't know this stress
I am going through personal struggles that others do not understand


I lost the only girl in the world that know me best
I have lost someone important to me who knew me better than anyone else


I got the money and the fame and that don't mean shit
Even with my success, I still have personal struggles and hardships


I got the Jesus on the chain man that don't mean shit
Even with religious beliefs or symbolism, I am still going through hardships


Cuz' when the Jesus pieces can't bring me peace
Even symbols of religion cannot bring me inner peace or resolution


Yo I need this at least, uh, one of Russell's nieces on
I am seeking comfort from certain people or companionship to help ease my struggles


I let my nightmares go I put on everybody that I knew from the go
I am able to let go of my fears and struggles by representing and supporting those that have been with me since the beginning


I know hoes that was frontin' when they knew we was broke
There are women who acted fake or pretended to like me when I was not successful


They say damn Yeezy Yeezy you don't know us no more
Some people feel that I have changed and do not show the same support as before


You got that big fame homey and you just changed on me
Others feel that my success has changed me and that I am no longer the same person


You can ask Big Homey man the top so lonely
Even with success, it can be lonely at the top without true friends or companionship


I ain't lyy-iing so lonely I aint lyyy-iing
I am being honest that despite success, I still feel lonely at times


Let me see what we have tonight what we have tonight
I am seeking comfort from present company or events to help alleviate personal struggles


I'm high as a satellite (satellite) I see those flashing lights (flashing lights)
I am escaping mental distress through drugs and alcohol


Cuz' every night, every night
My personal struggles and hardships occur every night, despite external success


I put on for my city, I put on for my...
I will always represent and support my city and its people in all aspects of my life


I put on for my city, I put on for my city, on ...
I am constantly showing love and support for my city and its people through all my successes




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@ocjok3r

This is an all time top 10 motivational song. The beat is out of this world, completely flawless. And Jeezy goes hard for sure, but Kanye West takes this to a completely stratospheric level.

β€œI lost the only girl in the world that know me best. I got the money and the fame man that don’t mean shit”

β€œI let my nightmares go, I put on everybody that I knew from the go, I know hoes that was frontin when they knew we was broke”

β€œYou can ask big homie (GOD) man the top so lonely”

Each one of those lines tells a deep, deep story. This song should never ever be forgotten. I pray for all of my brothers and sisters out there going thru the struggle....keep grinding, keep putting on.



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@Packers786

I remember i disabled every song just to hear this 15 times on skate 3

@twodeadteeth3065

Even Debaser?

@Diana-np3sq

Lol I love skate 3

@harrystanshall5088

Man of culture, same here

@yourfellowgamerboi1704

Fr

@adrianbrown3908

I did that to listen to this song in skate 3

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@afellowsamuraibrotha

nobody: me vibin in skate 3 all day playing this

@themindofchris6724

Foreal dawg! Hella throwback i miss skate 3 days πŸ₯²πŸ”₯❀️

@activealex9062

NOSTALGIA 100

@Shaun10k

I just put this song on cus i heard it in skate 3

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