Lyrics
Some cats really like to, you know
Some individuals enjoy profiling and putting up a front.
Profile and front
Reiterates the idea of presenting a false image or attitude.
And then the jooks go down, all at once they like
Describes a situation where deceptive actions lead to negative consequences at once.
Don't get me (please)
Repetition urging not to be angered or upset.
Don't get me (oh)
-Don't g-g-g-g-g-get mad (oh no, no, no)
-Don't get me (please)
-Don't get me (oh)
-Don't g-g-g-g-g-get mad (oh no, no, no)
-Don't get me (please)
-Don't get me (no)
-Don't g-g-g-g-g-get mad (oh no, no, no)
-Don't get me (please)
-Don't get me (oh)
-Don't g-g-g-g-g-get mad (uh, huh, huh, huh, huh)
-You're out on the block, hustling at the spot
Various scenarios illustrating how one might be vulnerable to negative outcomes.
Got, this is how you get got
-At the gamblin' spot and your hand is mad hot
-Got, this is how you get got
-Out in Brooklyn late night flashing all of your rocks
-Got, this is how you get got
-Some girl from Pink House said, "I like you a lot"
-Got, this is how you get got
-This one goes to all them Big Will cats
Acknowledging those who flaunt wealth and status, often with flashy cars and accessories.
With ice on they limbs and big rims on they Ac'
-You rollin' 'round town with your system bump
-And your windows cracked low to profile and front
-Now I like to have nice things just like you
Expresses that despite wanting nice things, there are limits and precautions, especially in unfamiliar places.
But I'm from Brooklyn, certain shit you just don't do
-Like, high postin' when you far from home
-Or like, high postin' when you all alone (right)
-Now, this would seem to be clear common sense
Highlighting the importance of being sensible and avoiding overconfidence.
But, cats be livin' off sheer confidence
-Like, "Fuck that, picture them tellin' me run that"
-But acting invincible, just ain't sensible
-It's nineteen ninety-now, and there's certain individuals
Referencing the risk of being robbed by those pretending to be affluent.
Swear they rollin' hard and get robbed on principle
-5 star general, flashin' on your revenue
Describing a situation where someone is attacked, emphasizing vulnerability.
Be takin' a ride on the Downstate medical, Like (woo)
-Colorful sparks, yellow and blue
-A full on attack and it's happening to you
-Wit' nothing you can do but bust back and cop a plea
-But five of them and one of you, that equals got to me
-Don't get me (please)
Repetition urging not to get angry or upset, expressing the unfairness of the situation.
Don't get me (oh)
-Don't g-g-g-g-g-get mad (oh no, no, no)
-Don't get me (please)
-Don't get me (oh)
-Don't g-g-g-g-g-get mad (oh no, no, no)
-Don't get me (please)
-Don't get me (oh)
-Don't g-g-g-g-g-get mad (oh no, no, no)
-Don't get me (please)
-Don't get me (oh)
-Don't g-g-g-g-g-get mad (this is so unfair)
-Come on y'all now, let's be real
Reflecting on individuals struggling to conceal their true selves, possibly due to low self-esteem.
Some jokers got a rough time keepin' it concealed
-I wonder what it mean, it's probably self-esteem
-They fiendin' to be seen, get hemmed like Gabardines
-Cats think it can't happen 'til the gats start clappin
Highlighting the danger of attracting attention with flashy possessions and actions.
They comin' down the wire spittin fire like a dragon
-'Cause while the goods glisten, certain eyes take position
-To observe your trickin', then catch that ass slippin'
-Like, come on now akh', what you expect?
Warning against flaunting wealth, as it attracts potential thieves.
Got a month's paycheck danglin' off your neck
-And while you Cristal sippin', they rubbin' up they mittens
-With heat in mint condition to start the getti-gettin'
-They clique starts creepin' like Sandinista guerrillas
Describing how some individuals, claiming to be admirers, are actually dangerous.
You screamin' playa haters, these niggas is playa killers
-Mr. Fashion, that style never last long
Indicating that a flashy lifestyle is short-lived and invites negative consequences.
The harder you flash, the harder you get flashed on
-There's hunger in the street that is hard to defeat
Describing the desperation and hunger that drive people to theft.
Many steal for sport, but more steal to eat
-Cat's heavy at the weigh-in, and he's playin' for keeps
-Don't sleep, they'll roll up in your passenger's seat
-There is universal law, whether rich or poor
Emphasizing the universal law that applies to all, suggesting a need to set aside egos and avoid conflict.
Some say life's a game, to more life is war
-So put them egos to the side and get off them head trips
-'Fore some cats pull out them heaters and make you headless
-Don't get me (please)
Repetition urging not to get angry, emphasizing brotherhood and unity.
Don't get me (oh)
-Don't g-g-g-g-g-get mad (oh no, no, no)
-Don't get me (please)
-Don't get me (oh)
-Don't g-g-g-g-g-get mad (oh no, no, no)
-Don't get me (please)
-Don't get me (oh)
-Don't g-g-g-g-g-get mad (oh no, no, no)
-Don't get me (please)
-Don't get me (oh)
-Don't g-g-g-g-g-get mad (we supposed to be brothers)
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