Get Rich by slim thug (2024)

Get Rich

slim thug»Hogg Life, Vol. 4: American King

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Slim Thug (born Stayve Jerome Thomas on September 8, 1980) is a rapper from… Read Full Bio ↴Slim Thug (born Stayve Jerome Thomas on September 8, 1980) is a rapper from Houston, Texas. He began his career with Swishahouse in the late 90s. After realizing how much money he could make distributing his own mixtapes, he parted ways with Swishahouse on good terms and formed his own independent label, Boss Hogg Outlawz (named after the Dukes of Hazzard character). He is officially signed to Boss Hogg Outlawz/E1 Music.

Slim Thug's debut album, Already Platinum, was released on July 12, 2005. It features the singles "Like a Boss", "Three Kings", "I Ain't Heard Of That", and "Incredible Feeling". The album debuted at #2 on the U.S. Billboard 200 Albums Chart. His second album, Boss of All Bosses, was released in 2009.

Slim Thug has had some success with his mixtape releases. He has proclaimed himself the "Big Boss of the South", referring to the U.S. south, and the "Big Boss of the North", referring to North Houston, Texas, the neighborhood where he grew up.

As of July 22, 2005, he is dating Letoya Luckett, former member of Destiny's Child.

In 2005, he also appeared in a remix of the song "Luxurious" by Gwen Stefani, and Check On It by Beyoncé.

Slim says that his rap name comes from the fact that as a teenager, he was very tall and lanky before he filled out. He stands 6'6" tall. The Thug part comes from people's assumptions of him due to his braids and sunglasses.

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Damn it feel good to be a hustler
Everyday I stay shining on you suckas'
Addicted to chasing dreams, live like kings
I'm a boss you can tell by my pinky rings
Tell my old hoes I don't want em' back
I'm on some new sh*t they don't like that
Tell all my haters that they still loss
They still ain't sh*t, and I'm still a boss

Been that before Rick Ross
Been thuggin' before Thugga' Thugga' came out
No hate though, I hope we out stay rich
It's enough of everybody tryna' hit licks
It's enough of everybody tryna' get rich
So stay away from the snake sh*t
Keep it 1000 with the [?]
Just know you do dirt that you gon' get

It's enough of everybody tryna' get rich
What you gon' give out you gon' get
If ya'll don't know by now karma a bitch!
[?] how you get rich

Good business go a long way
You can use it whenever you have a bad day
If you good foot nigg*s like [?] okay
But if you a f*ckboy move out the way
Same way in this world but they call it creative
It's easy to f*ck up but so hard to gain it
nigg*s ready to rob instead of grinding
Catching bullets in they head doing timing
Take your time young'un fore' [?]
Looking lost thinking it's cool to be a crook
Til' they ass on Ferguson and picking cotton
Make you a new slave until you turn rotten
It's enough of everybody tryna' get rich
So stay away from the snake sh*t
Keep it 1000 with the 1's [?]
Just know you do dirt that you gon' get

It's enough of everybody tryna' get rich

What you gon' give out you gon' get
If ya'll don't know by now karma a bitch!

Overall Meaning

In the song "Get Rich" by Slim Thug, he expresses the satisfaction and pride he feels as a hustler. He revels in the lifestyle of pursuing dreams and living like a king, showcasing his success through his flashy pinky rings. He makes it clear that he's moved on from his past relationships, embracing a new chapter in his life that his former partners may not appreciate. He asserts his dominance over his haters, disregarding their opinions and asserting his authority as a boss.

Slim Thug acknowledges his longevity and dedication to a hustler lifestyle, emphasizing that he was involved in the game before popular artists like Rick Ross and Young Thug emerged. Despite this, he harbors no envy or resentment towards them and wishes for their continued success. He recognizes the prevalence of greed and the pursuit of wealth among individuals, cautioning others to steer clear of deceitful and treacherous behavior associated with acquiring riches. He emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and being honest in all dealings, as karma will eventually catch up with anyone who engages in questionable practices.

The underlying message of the song is that success and wealth can be achieved through hard work, perseverance, and ethical behavior. Slim Thug highlights the pitfalls of criminal activities and encourages individuals to focus on legitimate means of attaining prosperity.

Line by Line Meaning

Damn it feel good to be a hustler
Being a hustler brings a sense of satisfaction and joy

Everyday I stay shining on you suckas'
I consistently outshine and surpass those who doubt me

Addicted to chasing dreams, live like kings
I'm driven by the pursuit of my dreams, living a luxurious life

I'm a boss you can tell by my pinky rings
My status as a boss is evident from the flashy pinky rings I wear

Tell my old hoes I don't want em' back
Informing my previous romantic partners that I have moved on and don't desire them anymore

I'm on some new sh*t they don't like that
I've embraced a new attitude and lifestyle that disapproving individuals are not supportive of

Tell all my haters that they still loss
Informing my haters that they have not achieved anything meaningful despite trying to bring me down

They still ain't sh*t, and I'm still a boss
My haters are insignificant and ineffective, while I continue to hold the position of a boss

Been that before Rick Ross
I've been successful and established before the rise of Rick Ross in the music industry

Been thuggin' before Thugga' Thugga' came out
I've been living a tough and street-oriented lifestyle before the emergence of the rapper Thugga' Thugga'

No hate though, I hope we out stay rich
Despite our differences, I wish for both myself and others to remain wealthy

It's enough of everybody tryna' hit licks
There are already numerous individuals attempting to make quick money through illegal means

It's enough of everybody tryna' get rich
The competition to amass wealth is already abundant

So stay away from the snake sh*t
Avoid involving yourself in deceitful and treacherous behavior

Keep it 1000 with the [?]
Always be honest and genuine with those around you

Just know you do dirt that you gon' get
Understand that any unethical actions you engage in will have consequences

What you gon' give out you gon' get
The energy and actions you put forth will eventually come back to you

Get Rich by slim thug (2024)

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