Free
Freeway
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[Freeway] Okay, I see where y'all goin Okay, aight dude, you want me to f*ck with that Free shit? Okay.. Yeah, I got you blazed...holla! Uh! Yeah! Nigga, the name is strong, it can mean ten things in one This dedicated to my niggas that grind from ten to ten In other words all day duck the cops 'cause they want to be free Man, them gates is strong and when that nigga locked down and he can't get out And he lose a couple pounds and his skin get pale And he's sittin in his cell til his patience gone, you know Freeway be feelin your pain, I got twelve homies doin the same And if they had bail, homey, they'd be out But they don't so they sittin for a minute That's the price of the game when you in it Your freedom get strippin away These niggas came through my hood with the nines My man Black hit they wheel with the K, spun it around Same day cops book em guess who send kites to em, nigga? Free! That's right, Holdin em down nigga, the clique tight Homer and Joe we get it down, open your mail Read your letters, see a couple flicks of ya boyzie boyzies Nigga, Freeway like Georgie Porgie, puddin pie kiss the girl F*ck kiss, get orgies One clip'll rock ya world, nigga calm ya bore beef Shootin out with Free you gon' need a four leaf But Freeway ain't all about the drama I seen bullets come up out the lamas and go into melons And leave niggas killas leakin like Aunt Jemima F*ck what ya man think that nigga gone but he ain't Free Gimme the kees, y'all niggas is bitchin Package it up, I'm out with the breeze In and out of lanes until I get where I'm goin That's how I got my name, mane, series and my man ain't free You can get shot in your face Not payin attention, lunchin, gripped by the deez Gotta be on point movin ya work by them benches That's how I got my change, fam Ain't a damn thang free in this world but your boy got a mean plan To get my team out the ghetto with my boys in stilettos til we rich man I'mma play Joe Clark when it's hardly norm Free! Whether the coupe on F or coupe on E I can get ya chick on E See through her dress, get the address Give her the F, pass her to E They say the best things in life are free, but I can't tell I gotta pay for all the food that I take in And gotta pay for all the chronic that I inhale That's why I stick with my team, nigga, stick with my men y'all dudes freelance, play for any team Don't stand for nothin then you fall for anything Turn on your voice soon as you get any cheers But it's cool, beat downs with bats and spiked chains are free Gettin played and haters screamin my name ain't me Gettin paid and changin the game is me That's why I keep a gatt in the tuck That rip through ya bean, y'all niggas mad 'cause y'all ain't Free Look, I focus and aim, listen to bull One verse can f*ck up the game Kick in a door, icier chain Clean up ya kids, hook up ya bulls but gotta work hard 'cause it ain't free Used to get work hard couldn't cook soft My homey remain anonymous, looked up to D And you guessed it we worked up the soft, tripled the reef But the game's sold not told, it ain't free
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Written by: JOHN LEE SMITH, ALEX KING, ROY BATTLE, TRAVIS TIDWELL, TOM FLORES, HADEN CARPENTER
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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14 facts about this song
Artist Background"Free" is performed by Freeway, an American rapper from North Philadelphia. His real name is Leslie Edward Pridgen.
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Album InformationThis track is from his debut studio album, "Philadelphia Freeway". The album was released on 25 February 2003.
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CollaborationThe song is produced by Just Blaze, a renowned American hip hop record producer. He has worked with high-profile artists like Kanye West and Jay-Z.
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StyleThe track falls under the genre of East Coast hip hop, which is characterized by its complex wordplay, and inventive sampling.
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Critical ReceptionFreeway was praised for his aggressive and passionate delivery on the song. The production was also highly complimented.
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Label"Free" is released under the Roc-A-Fella Records, an American hip hop record label operated by Def Jam Recordings.
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ThemeThe song provides a gritty account of the struggles and triumphs of the rapper's life. It's a reflection of Freeway's journey from the streets of Philadelphia to the hip hop stage.
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Music VideoThe "Free" music video also featured on the "Philadelphia Freeway" DVD which was included in the album.
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InfluencesFreeway is known for his high-pitched delivery, inspired by his admiration for legendary artists like Rakim and N.W.A.
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Chart PerformanceWhile "Free" did not receive significant chart success, Freeway's debut album did peak at #5 on the US Billboard 200, hinting at the potential success of the song if it was released as a single.
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Fan ReceptionOver the years, "Free" has been recognized by fans as one of Freeway's standout songs due to its emotionally-charged storytelling
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Concert Staple"Free" is one of the many tracks that Freeway consistently performs at his concerts.
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Live PerformancesDespite its lack of commercial success, the song is performed regularly by Freeway during his live performances. In typical Freeway fashion, he delivers the lyrics with fire and passion.
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Lyrical ContentThe lyrics of "Free" showcase the rapper's experiences and perspectives growing up in the rough neighbourhoods of North Philly, making for a deeply personal and raw hip-hop track.
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