Dequantes Lamar first considered a career in professional baseball, but in 2008, the Atlanta native issued the single "Stay Down" featuring the Stack Money Boyz. Things came to a halt when he landed in jail for a year on burglary charges, but upon his release in 2011, Quan began to make up for lost time. Hooking up with the Atlanta crew Loyalty Ova Royalties and becoming quick friends with member CEO Teezy came next, but Teezy's untimely death later in the year put a stop to Quan's planned mixtape debut. He would re-emerge a year later on the Think It's a Game label and release the mixtapes I Go in on Every Song plus Still Goin In. The year 2013 began with a tour opening for Trinidad James, along with a guest appearance on Gucci Mane's Trap House 3 album. In the summer, Quan issued the infectious club track "Type of Way," which cracked the Billboard Hot 100 chart. He also became a member of Rich Gang, and co-headlined the 2014 mixtape Tha Tour, Part 1 with Birdman and Young Thug. The tape received widespread acclaim, and the non-album single "Lifestyle" reached number 16 on the Hot 100. Quan released the track "Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh)" in 2015, and it became his biggest solo hit, reaching number 26.
Rich Homie Quan continued releasing mixtapes, and in 2016 he landed a record deal with Motown. March 2017 saw the release of the single "Replay," which appeared on the Back to the Basics mixtape. Led by the singles "Change" and "34," his debut album, Rich as in Spirit, arrived in March 2018, peaking at number 32 on the Billboard 200. He then put out the EP The Gif, and Coma followed in 2019. Quan resumed releasing solo material in 2021, with the singles "Daily Bread" and "To Be Worried." His EP Family & Mula appeared in 2022. ~ David Jeffries & Paul Simpson, Rovi
Who I Am
rich homie quan Lyrics
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Forgive me
You know what I′m saying?
Not for the mistakes
But for who I am, I know I fucked up and cannot bring it back
Thank the Lord for where I'm at because I came up with no cash
They went from bando to the bondos, you would think I′m moving crack
Every day that I wake up a nigga never ever scared
I thank God when I wake up 'cause a nigga could've been dead
Like a certified barber, I got money on your head
Hey listen
Money under the mattress, chopper under my bed
Tyler Perry, y′all acting, y′all niggas be playin'
I stopped fucking with the packages, too many of y′all feds
I know I gotta die anyway, big ol' trust fund for my kids
I need some ear plugs for my ears (Why Quan?)
These niggas ain′t talking 'bout shit, these days, for real
Can′t trust these niggas just like eBay, no deal
House so big on a hill
Couch in the room where I live, I heard your girl got skills
With her mouth and her tongue, yeah, but I can't judge her
I ain't like others, girl (Baby I′m different)
Show me where′s your heart, I'll give you everything, don′t creep on me
Had to wake they ass up, at first they would sleep on me
But for who I am, I know I fucked up and cannot bring it back
Thank the Lord for where I'm at because I came up with no cash
They went from bando to the bondos, you would think I′m moving crack
I got dineros, I got hundros in this dummy-ass Louis bag
Every day that I wake up a nigga never ever scared
I thank God when I wake up 'cause a nigga could′ve been dead
Like a certified barber, I got money on your head
Hey listen
Now I'm back like I left something
I ain't left nothing but my head in between her legs (Ugh), Quan nasty
Give it to me, I ain′t askin′, for the pussy I'm an addict
I can′t hear what you saying like a jail call, too much static
Treat the bitch like a throwaway 'cause you know the lil hoe trashy
She telling me she wanna go away, but she know a young nigga ain′t havin' it
S I T H, I swear my [?]
She grew up with no father figure, that′s why she call me Daddy
She ain't worried 'bout a lame nigga, he a has been
She swearing that she bad, nigga, bitch you average
I ain′t tryin′ to share ya if I can't have ya
I shoot you in your face before I back stab ya
Hm, hold on, wait
But for who I am, I know I fucked up and cannot bring it back
Thank the Lord for where I′m at because I came up with no cash
They went from bando to the bondos, you would think I'm moving crack
I got dineros, I got hundros in this dummy-ass Louis bag
Every day that I wake up a nigga never ever scared
I thank God when I wake up ′cause a nigga could've been dead
Like a certified barber, I got money on your head
Hey listen
The song "Who I Am" by Rich Homie Quan reflects the rapper's self-realization and growth. He addresses a woman, admitting that he has made mistakes but seeking her forgiveness not for what he has done but for who he is as a person. He acknowledges that he has messed up and cannot change the past, but he thanks God for where he is today because he had no money before. He refers to his previous struggles and compares himself to those who moved from "bando to bondos," implying that he was once involved in illegal activities. However, now he carries money in a Louis bag and is not afraid of anyone.
In the second verse, Quan talks about his lifestyle and the people around him. He talks about having cash under his mattress and a chopper under his bed, referring to his security measures to protect himself from danger. He also mentions that he has a trust fund for his children, indicating that he has started planning for his future. Quan says that he can't trust anyone these days and that his success and possessions have made him a target. He mentions that he's different from other men and that he will give his all to the right woman. Quan concludes the song by reminding his listeners that he is aware of his faults and that he is grateful for his current position.
Overall, "Who I Am" represents Rich Homie Quan's self-reflection on his life and his current state of being. He acknowledges his past wrongdoings and carries himself as someone who has grown and matured. The song is not only a personal account of his journey but also a message to people who may have made similar mistakes in their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
I know I fucked up, shorty
I acknowledge my past mistakes and wrongdoings.
Forgive me
I am asking for forgiveness and understanding for my actions.
Not for the mistakes
I am not asking for forgiveness for the specific actions I did, but for who I am as a person.
But for who I am, I know I fucked up and cannot bring it back
I want forgiveness for my underlying character flaws that led to my past mistakes, which cannot be undone.
Thank the Lord for where I'm at because I came up with no cash
I am grateful for the success and status I have achieved despite my humble beginnings.
They went from bando to the bondos, you would think I'm moving crack
My financial success may make it seem like I am involved in illegal activities, but I have not.
I got dineros, I got hundros in this dummy-ass Louis bag
I have a lot of money, but I carry it in a foolish, expensive bag.
Every day that I wake up a nigga never ever scared
I am not afraid of the challenges and risks each day brings.
I thank God when I wake up 'cause a nigga could've been dead
I am grateful for each day I am alive and do not take it for granted.
Like a certified barber, I got money on your head
I am financially successful and could easily pay someone to harm those who cross me.
Money under the mattress, chopper under my bed
I keep my money hidden and a weapon close by for protection.
Tyler Perry, y'all acting, y'all niggas be playin'
Others' actions are not serious or genuine, like the acting in Tyler Perry movies.
I stopped fucking with the packages, too many of y'all feds
I stopped getting involved in illegal activities because of the high risk of being caught by law enforcement.
I know I gotta die anyway, big ol' trust fund for my kids
I am planning for the future and providing for my children even after I am gone.
I need some ear plugs for my ears (Why Quan?)
Many people do not talk about anything meaningful or significant anymore.
These niggas ain't talking 'bout shit, these days, for real
Conversations lack depth and substance in today's society.
Can't trust these niggas just like eBay, no deal
Others cannot be fully trusted, just like buying from an unverified seller on eBay.
House so big on a hill
I have achieved great success and prosperity.
Couch in the room where I live, I heard your girl got skills
Despite my success, I am still grounded and have a comfortable home, and have heard rumors about someone's partner's sexual abilities.
With her mouth and her tongue, yeah, but I can't judge her
The rumors may be true, but I will not judge someone for their sexual preferences or abilities.
I ain't like others, girl (Baby I'm different)
I am unique and different from other men in how I treat women.
Show me where's your heart, I'll give you everything, don't creep on me
If someone shows me their true self, I am willing to give everything I have to offer, but I expect honesty and loyalty in return.
Had to wake they ass up, at first they would sleep on me
People did not initially recognize or appreciate my talents or potential, but I proved them wrong.
Now I'm back like I left something
I am back and better than ever.
I ain't left nothing but my head in between her legs (Ugh), Quan nasty
I am sexually promiscuous and enjoy performing oral sex.
Give it to me, I ain't askin' for the pussy I'm an addict
I am addicted to sex and do not need to ask for it.
I can't hear what you saying like a jail call, too much static
I cannot understand someone's message because of the excessive noise and distractions.
Treat the bitch like a throwaway 'cause you know the lil hoe trashy
I treat women poorly if they do not meet my standards or expectations.
She telling me she wanna go away, but she know a young nigga ain't havin' it
Someone might want to leave me, but I will not let them go.
S I T H, I swear my [?]
I am unsure what this line means and cannot provide a definitive interpretation.
She grew up with no father figure, that's why she call me Daddy
Someone may refer to me as 'Daddy' because they did not have a father figure in their life.
She ain't worried 'bout a lame nigga, he a has been
Someone is not interested in dating an uncool or irrelevant person.
She swearing that she bad, nigga, bitch you average
Someone is claiming to be superior or better than others when they are actually average or below average.
I ain't tryin' to share ya if I can't have ya
I do not want to share someone with others if I cannot have them to myself.
I shoot you in your face before I back stab ya
I am willing to resort to violence if someone betrays or crosses me.
Writer(s): Richard Sambora, Martin Frederiksen
Contributed by Lincoln S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@MofQue
Underrated song🔥
@dakotagetz7707
2019 still slaps
@tunerlifestyle
Dakota Getz hell yeah
@caltraviouslakes5622
bump to this everyday hardest on the tape like fr bro..
@alyssafloyd2416
🙌🔥 real asf
@nykaylajenkins5433
Love this song
@ThrashVEVO
at first i was like wtf is that singin shit at the in then i listened to it one mo time that shit hard ik he was in his feelings😂💯🔥
@lailaorr1975
Aye this song go hard 🎶 🎶 🎶
@ChrisSmith-yf3wv
the best rapper yet...
@kaylaanne863
real asf💥