Recognize Real
Young Thug feat. Gunna Lyrics


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Had to gamble my life
I'm rollin' the dice
My name got a price, but talk to me nice
I got my money right
And now they criticize, but it's alright
I won't be victimized
Judgin' the police takin' my people lives
I'm just signin' checks and doin' what's best for mine
And ain't gotta do too much 'cause real gon' recognize
(Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah)

It's written on your face, like you better than me
I can't get caught up with you bitches, I'm keeping' it P
You gotta keep it P
My millennium is the last dying breed (oh yeah, oh yeah)
Louis on me, my arms strong and you too skinny and scrawny
You don't tell no lies then I can fuck with you only
I turn you up and you gon' never be lonely (yeah)
I want a Rolls-Royce, I want a Maybach
I want a Hellcat,cost a hunnid racks
You sold a lot of cap, they want they money back
I toured across the map, thank God I made it back
I never asked for help, nobody gave me that
We 'boutta ban all that cap, we only stating facts
I'ma let 'em know how I feel, check out my latest track
And I always stay on track (yeah, yeah-yeah)

I'm killin' 'bout my brother, and I know that you see
My new house didn't come with a key, you gotta type it and see
Fuck your whole gang, we smoked the boss
We ain't smokin' no leaf
We shop online in vintage store
Got thousand-dollar tees
We passed the bitch right when we done
She ain't my wife, how could I see her with my son?
Rockin' Rick Owens, got the ones that say, "Cunt"
All I do is sit and count racks up by the bunch
Took her out and paid for lunch
Rich off of Pyrex, you can twirl your arm right to left and get a Corvette
5 or 6 M, the LaFerrari, I don't know what I started
I told my teacher I'ma buy more watches 'cause I was tardy
I started screamin' out the answers before it started
Added that bitch to my ransom, then went the hardest
My homie died, I want answers, so we gon' spark it
We takin' over like cancer and goin' the hardest

Had to gamble my life
Rollin' the dice
My name got a price, so talk to me nice
I got my money right
And now they criticize, but it's alright
I won't be victimized
Judgin' the police takin' my people lives
I'm just signin' checks and doin' what's best for mine
And ain't gotta do too much 'cause real gon' recognize




(Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah)
(Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah)

Overall Meaning

In "Recognize Real," Young Thug and Gunna express their success in the rap game despite facing numerous obstacles. The lyrics convey their determination to persevere and not be victimized, as they've had to gamble their lives and reputation to achieve their success. They reflect on the criticism they've faced, but state that they won't let it bring them down. The verses also touch on issues like discrimination and police brutality, as they are aware of the unjust treatment their community has experienced.


The chorus emphasizes the point that "real gon' recognize" and that they don't need to do too much to prove themselves to others. They remain unapologetic about their wealth and success, symbolized through the mentions of luxury cars, designer clothing, and expensive watches. However, they also acknowledge the importance of loyalty and staying true to one's roots, as they reference their brotherhood and paying tribute to their departed friends.


Overall, "Recognize Real" emphasizes the struggle and determination that has brought Young Thug and Gunna to their current status. The lyrics reflect their pride in their accomplishments and their commitment to remaining true to themselves and their community.


Line by Line Meaning

Had to gamble my life
Took a big risk with my life


I'm rollin' the dice
Taking a chance


My name got a price, but talk to me nice
I have a reputation, treat me with respect


I got my money right
I have my finances sorted


And now they criticize, but it's alright
People are talking poorly about me, but I can handle it


I won't be victimized
I refuse to be a victim


Judgin' the police takin' my people lives
Police violence is hurting my community


I'm just signin' checks and doin' what's best for mine
I am supporting my loved ones financially


And ain't gotta do too much 'cause real gon' recognize
I don't have to prove anything because true people will recognize


It's written on your face, like you better than me
You think you are superior to me


I can't get caught up with you bitches, I'm keeping' it P
I can't waste time on unimportant things


You gotta keep it P
You have to keep it real


My millennium is the last dying breed (oh yeah, oh yeah)
I am unique and one of a kind


Louis on me, my arms strong and you too skinny and scrawny
I am fashionable and physically fit


You don't tell no lies then I can fuck with you only
I only associate with honest people


I turn you up and you gon' never be lonely (yeah)
I will lift you up and be a true friend


I want a Rolls-Royce, I want a Maybach
I desire luxury vehicles


I want a Hellcat, cost a hunnid racks
I also want a fast and expensive car


You sold a lot of cap, they want they money back
You ripped people off and now they want their money back


I toured across the map, thank God I made it back
I went on tour and am grateful to have returned safely


I never asked for help, nobody gave me that
I am self-sufficient and didn't rely on anyone to help me


We 'boutta ban all that cap, we only stating facts
We are done with lies and are only telling the truth


I'ma let 'em know how I feel, check out my latest track
I am expressing my true feelings through my music


And I always stay on track (yeah, yeah-yeah)
I am focused and disciplined


I'm killin' 'bout my brother, and I know that you see
I am passionate about my loved ones and it's obvious to others


My new house didn't come with a key, you gotta type it and see
My home has high-tech security


Fuck your whole gang, we smoked the boss
I hate your entire group and we defeated your leader


We ain't smokin' no leaf
We don't use traditional rolling materials


We shop online in vintage store
We prefer buying vintage clothing online


Got thousand-dollar tees
We wear expensive T-shirts


We passed the bitch right when we done
We had sex with a woman and then ignored her


She ain't my wife, how could I see her with my son?
I don't want to see the woman I had sex with around my child


Rockin' Rick Owens, got the ones that say, Cunt
I am a fan of designer Rick Owens and have an edgy T-shirt of his


All I do is sit and count racks up by the bunch
I am wealthy and only focus on making more money


Took her out and paid for lunch
I treated a woman to a meal


Rich off of Pyrex, you can twirl your arm right to left and get a Corvette
I made a lot of money selling drugs and can buy a Corvette with a flick of my wrist


5 or 6 M, the LaFerrari, I don't know what I started
I made so much money that I don't know what to do with it


I told my teacher I'ma buy more watches 'cause I was tardy
I was late for school and told my teacher I would buy more watches to be on time


I started screamin' out the answers before it started
I was so ahead of the curve, I knew the answers before the test even began


Added that bitch to my ransom, then went the hardest
I kidnapped a woman for ransom and went all out to get the money


My homie died, I want answers, so we gon' spark it
My friend died and I want to find out why, so we are going to start a violent conflict


We takin' over like cancer and goin' the hardest
We are becoming more powerful and unstoppable like a serious disease




Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jeffery Lamar Williams, Ryan Vojtesak, Sergio Giavanni Kitchens

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@serbashi

Had to gamble my life, rollin' the dice
My name got a price, but talk toโ€…meโ€…nice
I got myโ€…money right
You know they criticize
But it'sโ€…alright, I won't be victimized
Judge and the police takin' my people lives
I'm just signin' checks and doin' what's best for mine
And I ain't gotta do too much 'cause real gon' recognize (Yeah, yeah, yeah)

It's written on your face, think you better than me
I can't get caught up with you bitches, I'm keeping it P
I gotta keep it P
My millennium is the last dying breed (Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
Louis on me
I'm Armstrong and you too skinny and scrawny
You don't tell no lies and I can't fuck with you only
I turn you up and you gon' never be lonely (Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
I want a Rolls Royce, I want a Maybach
I want a Hellcat, cost a hundred racks
You sold a lot of cap, they want they money back
On tour, I crossed 'em out, thank God I made it back
I never asked for help, nobody gave me that
We 'bout to ban all that cap, we only stating facts
I'ma let 'em know how I feel, check out my latest track
And I always stay on track (Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)

I'm killin' 'bout my brother and I know that you see
My new house didn't come with a key, you gotta type it and see
Fuck your whole gang, we smoked the boss, we ain't smokin' no leaf
We shop online at vintage store, got thousand-dollar tees
We pass the bitch right when we done
She ain't my wife, how could I see her with my son?
Rockin' Rick Owens, got the ones that say, "Cunt"
All I do is sit and count racks up by the bunch
Took her out and paid for lunch
Rich off of Pyrex
You could twirl your arm right to left and get a Corvette
Five or six M, double R, Ferrari, I don't know where to start at
I told my teacher I'ma buy more watches 'cause I was tardy
I started screamin' out the answers before it started
Added that bitch to my ransom, then went the hardest
My homie died, I want answers, so we gon' spark it
We takin' over like cancer and goin' the hardest

Had to gamble my life, rollin' the dice
My name got a price, so talk to me nice
I got my money right
You know they criticize
But it's alright, I won't be victimized
Judge and the police takin' my people lives
I'm just signin' checks and doin' what's best for mine
And I ain't gotta do too much 'cause real gon' recognize (Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)



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@AmyMcadams8

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This song is just pure art, surprised just how so many people are missing out on this.

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A moment of silence for those who didn't make it to listen to this absolute masterpiece

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