Streets On Lock
Young Jeezy Lyrics


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These niggas just hating they ain't talking 'bout shit
I'm a grown ass man I flip my own brick
I don't need yo help I can hold my own dick
Ain't no motherfucker help me write my rhymes
Ain't no nigga pay for my studio time
See me at the top and want to claim my fame
Nigga took my chain, yea motherfuckin' right
You better off saying a nigga took my life
Want to assassinate my character, but I ain't acting
It ain't adding up so you niggas subtracting
B.I.G. said it first more money more problems
The way I see it more problems, more money (What's up)

I got the streets on lock
Atlanta on my back
I do it for the hood
You got a problem with that?
Real nigga so this rap shit easy
(When I speak) Theses niggas believe me
'Cause bitch I'm Jeezy

I got the streets on lock
Atlanta on my back
I do it for the hood
You got a problem with that?
Real nigga so this rap shit easy
(When I speak) Theses niggas believe me
'Cause bitch I'm Jeezy

Eyes wide shut I don't see these niggas
'Cause deep in your heart you want to be me nigga
Want to stand in my shoes
Want to fuck my hoes
Want to live my life
Want to rock my shows (No)
Ya young punks with ya loose ass lips
I keep a AR with them loose ass clips
What type of real nigga name himself after a bag
Nigga you's a hoe, a Louis Vuitton fag
My name ain't dick so keep it out ya mouth
It is what it is, look I am Da South (That's right)
Big Mac you niggas small fries
You just another nigga I'm more like the franchise

I got the streets on lock
Atlanta on my back
I do it for the hood
You got a problem with that?
Real nigga so this rap shit easy
(When I speak) Theses niggas believe me
'Cause bitch I'm Jeezy

I got the streets on lock
Atlanta on my back
I do it for the hood
You got a problem with that?
Real nigga so this rap shit easy
(When I speak) Theses niggas believe me
'Cause bitch I'm Jeezy

I was born in the field raised in Atlanta
Pop busted a nut here so I was made in Atlanta (Ha ha)
Mat Lew died so I stayed in Atlanta
Had a plug on the squares got paid in Atlanta
22's on the 2-door it sits so right
Ice tray on my wrist yea it shines so bright
Make moves in the day and I ball by night
911 Porsche I was on that flight
5'9, 6'1 I call 'em the twin towers
Had 'em on a triple stack
Hit 'em both in the shower
Pedal to the medal 'bout a buck 85
Mr. 17-5, slow head while I drive (What's up)

I got the streets on lock
Atlanta on my back
I do it for the hood
You got a problem with that?
Real nigga so this rap shit easy
(When I speak) Theses niggas believe me
'Cause bitch I'm Jeezy

I got the streets on lock
Atlanta on my back
I do it for the hood
You got a problem with that?
Real nigga so this rap shit easy




(When I speak) Theses niggas believe me
'Cause bitch I'm Jeezy

Overall Meaning

In the song "Streets On Lock," Young Jeezy addresses the haters and critics who have tried to bring him down over the years. He asserts his independence and self-reliance, boasting that he can make it on his own without anyone else's help. He also takes shots at those who have tried to copy his style, claiming that they can never truly be him or match his level of success. The song's chorus, "I got the streets on lock, Atlanta on my back, I do it for the hood, you got a problem with that?" is a defiant statement that Jeezy is the king of the streets and nothing can stop him.


Throughout the song, Jeezy draws on his own experiences growing up in the tough streets of Atlanta and turning to drug dealing as a way to survive. He also references the late rapper the Notorious B.I.G., who famously said "more money, more problems." Jeezy's take on this idea is that the more problems you have, the more money you will make. He sees himself as a street-savvy businessman who has overcome obstacles to achieve success.


Overall, "Streets On Lock" is a testament to Jeezy's resilience and drive to succeed, even in the face of adversity. The song's aggressive tone and powerful beat reflect the rapper's determination and strength of character.


Line by Line Meaning

These niggas just hating they ain't talking 'bout shit
These people are jealous and not saying anything of value


I'm a grown ass man I flip my own brick
I am independent in my drug dealing business


I don't need yo help I can hold my own dick
I don't need anyone's assistance, I am self-sufficient


Ain't no motherfucker help me write my rhymes
I wrote my own lyrics, no one else helped me


Ain't no nigga pay for my studio time
I funded my own studio time, no one paid for it


See me at the top and want to claim my fame
People want to associate with my success


Nigga took my chain, yea motherfuckin' right
Someone claiming to steal my chain is lying


You better off saying a nigga took my life
It would be more believable if someone claimed to take my life than my chain


Want to assassinate my character, but I ain't acting
People are trying to ruin my reputation, but I am genuine


It ain't adding up so you niggas subtracting
The situation doesn't make sense, people are removing themselves from it


B.I.G. said it first more money more problems
Notorious B.I.G. coined the phrase


The way I see it more problems, more money (What's up)
I believe that making more money brings more problems


I got the streets on lock
I control the streets


Atlanta on my back
I represent and work for Atlanta


I do it for the hood
I am doing this for my community


You got a problem with that?
Do you have an issue with my motives?


Real nigga so this rap shit easy
I am authentic and rap comes naturally to me


(When I speak) Theses niggas believe me
When I speak, people trust what I say


'Cause bitch I'm Jeezy
I am Jeezy, a renowned rapper


Eyes wide shut I don't see these niggas
I ignore these people


'Cause deep in your heart you want to be me nigga
You envy me


Want to stand in my shoes
You want to be in my position


Want to fuck my hoes
You want to sleep with the women I am with


Want to live my life
You want to live my successful lifestyle


Want to rock my shows (No)
You want to perform as successfully as I do, but you can't


Ya young punks with ya loose ass lips
You young people talk too much


I keep a AR with them loose ass clips
I carry a powerful weapon to protect myself


What type of real nigga name himself after a bag
He is questioning the legitimacy of a rapper's name


Nigga you's a hoe, a Louis Vuitton fag
He insults someone's masculinity


My name ain't dick so keep it out ya mouth
Don't talk about me in a disrespectful manner


It is what it is, look I am Da South (That's right)
He proudly represents the southern hip-hop scene


Big Mac you niggas small fries
He is more successful and important than other rappers


You just another nigga I'm more like the franchise
He is the main, essential hip-hop artist


I was born in the field raised in Atlanta
He is gives his origin story


Pop busted a nut here so I was made in Atlanta (Ha ha)
He is basically bragging about his place of origin


Mat Lew died so I stayed in Atlanta
He remained in Atlanta due to unfortunate events


Had a plug on the squares got paid in Atlanta
He made money on the side through drug dealing


22's on the 2-door it sits so right
His car has nice rims


Ice tray on my wrist yea it shines so bright
He has a flashy, expensive watch


Make moves in the day and I ball by night
He hustles and treats himself to luxuries


911 Porsche I was on that flight
He has the privilege of owning a Porsche and traveling by plane


5'9, 6'1 I call 'em the twin towers
He refers to his associates as twin towers, making the connection to 9/11


Had 'em on a triple stack
He had a drug deal set up with these associates


Hit 'em both in the shower
He sexually engaged with two women at once


Pedal to the medal 'bout a buck 85
He speeds at around 185 miles per hour


Mr. 17-5, slow head while I drive (What's up)
He references his drug dealing, while also engaging in sexual acts while driving




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management
Written by: DARYL HALL, JOHN OATES, JAY JENKINS, ANDRE LYON, MARCELLO ANTONIO VALENZANO

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