Kevin Gates first began rapping in 2007, when he began making music with fellow Louisiana natives such as Webbie and Lil Boosie. Gates first received attention with his 2008 single "Get in the Way" featuring Lil Boosie. Soon after, he and Boosie would be incarcerated in separate cases. Gates would then be released in 2011 and immediately returned to recording music. He would soon earn the attention of Lil' Wayne. In early 2013, Gates released a mixtape, The Luca Brasi Story which was called "easily the best rap-related thing" in February 2013 by Spin Magazine. The Luca Brasi Story has been downloaded from popular mixtape sharing site, DatPiff, over 130,000 times.
On February 15, 2013, it was announced that Kevin Gates signed to Atlantic Records. Gates was also featured on Pusha T's 2013 mixtape as well as on Gudda Gudda's mixtape. On July 16, 2013 Gates released a street album titled Stranger Than Fiction, the street album was supported by the single "4:30".
He released his latest project By Any Means in 2014, and from there exploded in even more popularity. Mid-year made his way onto the cover of the 2014 XXL Freshman list.
SNAKE NIGGAS
Kevin Gates Lyrics
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Whats happening dame un kilo
Yayo sales? El rico
Cocaina policia no bueno
Snake niggas plotting
I put my money in the ceiling
Bow bow bow glaww nigga thats a mans missin'
My momma she told me go get it
The Benji the Benji
Go get it go get it go get it
The Benji the Benji
Go get it go get it go get it
The Benji the Benji go get it
My momma told me go get it
The Benji the Benji
Go get it go get it go get it
The Benji The Benji go get it
My momma she told me go get it, the money
I had to go get to the riches
Young nigga i had to change my life
Don't think about juuging at night
In the hood I earned my stripes
Got a white bitch cooking on ice
Young nigga walk around on the north side
Pockets fat Quavo Kelly Price
Apartment hallways shooting dice
Shoot a nigga Glen Rice
Neighborhood superstar
Chain look's like mike and ike
Versace shirt with a tiger stripe
My F&N got a tiger bite lame nigga
Duck nigga snake nigga
You the type
Snake niggas plotting
I put my money in the ceiling
Bow bow bow glaww nigga thats a mans missin'
Young Rich Nigga i just juug for a milli
My momma she told me go get it
The Benji the Benji
Go get it go get it go get it
The Benji the Benji
Go get it go get it go get it
The Benji the Benji go get it
My momma told me go get it
The Benji the Benji
Go get it go get it go get it
The Benji The Benji go get it
My pants they falling
Full cuff stacks i'm balling
I know it's got name
I don't know what to call it
Her mano my partner my diamonds are agua
I meant to say water i'm tripping the Benji
The Benji go get it
My tender she pretty with big tigobittys
Always itty bitty behind tinted windows
A black Honda civic with
Bricks in the fenders
Pull up in a foreign and leave in a rental
High credit card for hotel it's a dental
Designer everything thats on everything
Every day that I floss
Expensive watches everybody watchin'
And it ain't really nothing to a boss
Get lost
Snake niggas plotting
I put my money in the ceiling
Bow bow bow glaww nigga thats a mans missin'
Young Rich Nigga i just juug for a milli
My momma she told me go get it
The Benji the Benji
Go get it go get it go get it
The Benji the Benji
Go get it go get it go get it
The Benji the Benji go get it
My momma told me go get it
The Benji the Benji
Go get it go get it go get it
The Benji The Benji go get it
My momma she told me go get it the benji
I been graduated from midget
Believe it like I might be Ripely's
Trapping in Memphis but im no Grizzly
Run up on me you coming up missing
Glaww, glaww! Leaving no witness
I'm a young nigga and I want a milli
I fly cross the city to see ass and titties
Trying to run tricks on me
Grab at your ceiling
I'm really finessing these pigeons
I really be whipping these infants
Millis they all in my ceiling
The leaches still washing my dishes
Santa still coming on christmas
Callin' up Kevin, he open the gate
F&N sleep with me, that's my roommate
Snake niggas plotting
I put my money in the ceiling
Bow bow bow glaww nigga thats a mans missin'
Young Rich Nigga i just juug for a milli
My momma she told me go get it
The Benji the Benji
Go get it go get it go get it
The Benji the Benji
Go get it go get it go get it
The Benji the Benji go get it
My momma told me go get it
The Benji the Benji
Go get it go get it go get it
The Benji The Benji go get it
The lyrics of Kevin Gates's song "Snake Niggas" revolve around themes of ambition, money, and mistrust. The song begins with a mix of Spanish and English phrases, representing Gates's multicultural background and the diversity of his surroundings. The opening lines reference the sale of drugs like cocaine and the danger of encounters with the police. This sets the tone for the rest of the song, which delves into Gates's experiences with deceitful people (referred to as "snake niggas") plotting against him.
Gates then discusses his determination to succeed and make money. He emphasizes the influence and guidance of his mother, who encouraged him to pursue financial success. The repeated mention of "the Benji" refers to the hundred-dollar bill, symbolizing wealth and the pursuit of riches. The lyrics convey Gates's persistence and motivation to overcome his circumstances and achieve his goals.
The song also explores Gates's journey from a troubled past to a brighter future. He mentions the need to change his life and avoid engaging in illegal activities, specifically referencing drug dealing in the hood. He also boasts about his newfound status as a successful young rapper, proudly displaying his wealth through references to expensive jewelry, luxury brands (such as Versace), and flashy cars. Gates's lyrics depict a transition from a life of struggle and crime to one of accomplishment and prosperity.
In the final verse, Gates continues to assert his success and financial prowess. He emphasizes his ability to attract and enjoy the company of beautiful women, known for their physical attributes ("big tigobittys"). Gates also highlights his knack for outsmarting others and his skill in various illegal activities, such as trapping and finessing. Throughout the lyrics, Gates maintains a sense of self-assurance and dominance, reinforcing his position as a boss in his chosen lifestyle.
Overall, "Snake Niggas" serves as a manifesto of Kevin Gates's rise out of poverty and his determination to achieve success while navigating the treacherous world of scheming individuals. The lyrics reflect Gates's intense drive, his appreciation for his mother's guidance, and his ability to overcome obstacles on his path to prosperity.
Line by Line Meaning
Snake niggas plotting
There are people scheming and planning to deceive and betray others
I put my money in the ceiling
I hide my money in a safe place to keep it secure
Bow bow bow glaww nigga thats a mans missin'
I shoot multiple times to eliminate a threat or enemy
Young Rich Nigga i just juug for a milli
I, a young and wealthy individual, engage in illegal activities to earn a million dollars
My momma she told me go get it
My mother encouraged me to go after success and wealth
The Benji the Benji
A reference to the hundred-dollar bills, also known as Benjamins
Go get it go get it go get it
Continuously pursue and acquire wealth and success
My momma she told me go get it, the money
My mother advised me to go out and make money
I had to go get to the riches
I had to work hard and obtain wealth
Young nigga i had to change my life
As a young person, I had to make significant changes to improve my life
Don't think about juuging at night
Avoid engaging in illegal activities, such as robbery, during nighttime
In the hood I earned my stripes
I gained respect and credibility in my neighborhood through my actions
Got a white bitch cooking on ice
I have a Caucasian woman cooking and packaging drugs for sale
Young nigga walk around on the north side
As a young person, I confidently navigate and control the northern area
Pockets fat Quavo Kelly Price
My pockets are filled with a significant amount of money, similar to the famous rapper Quavo and singer Kelly Price
Apartment hallways shooting dice
Engaging in gambling activities, specifically rolling dice, in the hallways of an apartment building
Shoot a nigga Glen Rice
I am prepared to use a firearm to harm or kill someone, specifically referencing Glen Rice, a former basketball player who was known for his shooting skills
Neighborhood superstar
Highly regarded and admired in the local community
Chain look's like mike and ike
My necklace resembles the colorful candy brand 'Mike and Ike'
Versace shirt with a tiger stripe
I wear a designer Versace shirt with a pattern resembling the stripes of a tiger
My F&N got a tiger bite lame nigga
My firearm has the power to severely injure or kill, showing dominance over weak individuals
Duck nigga snake nigga
Beware of individuals who are deceitful and will betray you
You the type
Referring to someone in a negative or derogatory manner
My pants they falling
My pants are sagging or loose
Full cuff stacks i'm balling
I have stacks of money in my pockets and I am living a luxurious and extravagant lifestyle
I know it's got name
I am familiar with the reputation or significance of something
I don't know what to call it
I am unsure of how to label or categorize it
Her mano my partner my diamonds are agua
My friend and I have a close relationship, and the diamonds I wear are of exceptional quality and clarity
I meant to say water i'm tripping the Benji
I made a mistake in my previous statement, as I should have said 'water' instead of 'agua,' and I am getting confused due to the presence of money
My tender she pretty with big tigobittys
The woman I am romantically involved with is attractive and has large breasts
Always itty bitty behind tinted windows
She always appears small and petite when sitting behind tinted car windows
A black Honda civic with bricks in the fenders
I drive a black Honda Civic with hidden drugs in the car's fenders
Pull up in a foreign and leave in a rental
Arriving in an expensive foreign car, but later leaving in a cheaper rental car to avoid attracting attention
High credit card for hotel it's a dental
I am spending a large amount of money on a hotel using a credit card, which is like a 'dent' or reduction in my financial resources
Designer everything thats on everything
I wear clothing and accessories from luxury designer brands at all times
Every day that I floss
Every day, I display or show off my wealth and success
Expensive watches everybody watchin'
I own expensive watches, and people are envious and pay attention to them
And it ain't really nothing to a boss
Such extravagant displays and expenses are insignificant or trivial to someone of my high status and authority
Get lost
Leave or go away
I been graduated from midget
I have advanced beyond smaller or less significant things
Believe it like I might be Ripely's
My achievements and success are so extraordinary that they may be difficult to believe, like the unbelievable stories in Ripley's Believe It or Not!
Trapping in Memphis but im no Grizzly
Engaging in illegal activities, such as drug dealing, in Memphis, Tennessee, but I am not someone to be trifled with or taken lightly
Run up on me you coming up missing
If someone approaches or threatens me, they will likely disappear or face serious consequences
Glaww, glaww! Leaving no witness
I shoot multiple times to eliminate any witnesses and ensure there is no one left to testify against or identify me
I'm a young nigga and I want a milli
As a young person, I desire and aspire to accumulate wealth worth a million dollars
I fly cross the city to see ass and titties
I travel across the city, possibly using a private jet, to enjoy the company of voluptuous women
Trying to run tricks on me
Attempting to deceive or manipulate me
Grab at your ceiling
Reach for the money hidden in your ceiling
I'm really finessing these pigeons
I am successfully manipulating and taking advantage of naive individuals for my own gain
I really be whipping these infants
I truly excel at mixing or cooking drugs, particularly cocaine or heroin
Millis they all in my ceiling
I have a significant amount of money hidden in the ceiling
The leaches still washing my dishes
Even though I have acquired wealth and success, there are still people depending on me and taking advantage of my generosity
Santa still coming on christmas
I continue to receive gifts or rewards, like Santa Claus does on Christmas
Callin' up Kevin, he open the gate
Contacting Kevin, who is in charge of allowing access or providing opportunities
F&N sleep with me, that's my roommate
I keep a firearm, specifically an F&N (Fabrique Nationale) pistol, close to me at all times, as if it were my roommate
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My pants they falling
Beaucoup stacks i'm balling
Know its got name
Don't know what to call it, (Corènãd)
Her mano me partner
Me diamonds is agua
I meant to say water i'm tripping (Oralè)
The Benji The Benji Go get it, (Dinèro)
My tender she pretty
With big tigobittys
Always itty bitty
Behind tinted windows
A black Honda civic with bricks in the fender
Pull up in a foreign and leave in a rental
High credit card for hotel incidental
Designer everything thats on everything
Every day I floss
Expensive watches everybody watchin'
Ain't really nothing to a boss
Get lost
@BreonBOonE17
2021 still been listening since it dropped ❗️💯
@itried2hard633
yessir
@vvs982
9 years later May 9 2023 still go hard this from streets on lock
@daveonchampagnecharlieston3598
This is a classic with Kevin Gates and the Migos ..... Rest In Peace to the legendary Takeoff from the Migos🔥🔥🔥🙏🙏🙏
@d_haze
2023 R.I.P TAKEOFF
@hokageinf1076
Heard this years ago n i cant believe this shit still dont
have more than 67k views..
@danasiasdelishdonuts4713
ayee I love Migos and I love Kevin Gates
@moisejeanfelix
my intro to takeoff realtalk MAMA!!
@dennnislwanga3566
doing gud work gates luvin ya punchilines
@l.a.r.worldwide8243
Takeoff 🛫🛫🛫🛫 🚀🚀🚀🚀