In My Lifetime
Jay-Z
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In my lifetime In my lifetime What's the meaning? What's the meaning of life? It's the thought of a ride that make my eyes wide I'm caught up, I'm tryna make all of my dreams materialize So I sorta say my goodbyes to the straight and narrow I found a new route, you 'bout to see my life change I make the means justify the ends I make the cream, materialize keys to a Benz And so I'm rollin' for now Holdin' down the fort, who's controllin'? The ground's gotta blow 'em, yep, y'all shoulda told 'em Uh, my first felony's approachin' Copped my first key, took a freeze, now I'm frozen I bought a black MAC, I'm outta control Losin' bankrolls on blackjack, you gotta know It always crossed my mind That feds be tappin' the lines like Gregory Hines (uh, uh, uh) Still on the phone, discussin' my biz Like it could never be mines I know the price, know the risk Know the wrongs and the rights Still my blood flows ice, it's just my life (uh) What's the meaning What's the meaning of life? (In my lifetime) What's the meaning What's the meaning of life? (In my lifetime) I like the bass with the ass, splashin' cold cash (uh) The Big Willie get you chilly when I pass Is it just a mirage? All these girls, thank you God Is this world my world? Am I the star of stars? Baby, pimped out, I'm gettin' too large and smokin' cigars All chicks is hollerin' about Jigga, the whole city's buzzin' Wasn't checkin for me a dozen or so months ago Now I'm all they know, I'm a person (yeah) Lettin' the Cristal's breathe At the Barnacle Bar, under my sleeve, vernacular, fifty G's I'm talkin' big cheese, you gotta be down to dig these (uh) Give me a rush like you wouldn't believe My head's about to bust Acceleratin' what drives me Hope I don't gotta die to see, see, I can't lie to me I know the price, know the risk Know the wrongs and the rights (uh) Still my blood flows ice, it's just my life What's the meaning What's the meaning of life? (In my lifetime) What's the meaning What's the meaning of life? (In my lifetime) What's the meaning What's the meaning of life? (In my lifetime) What's the meaning What's the meaning of life? (In my lifetime) Uh, from the beginnin', see, we never seen the endin' Runnin' up in all the women, all the linen All the jewels, huh We sported Pele's, gold Dada's and Pirelli's Sports cars, the good life'll give you a belly But that's cool, as I zone in the Al Capone, watch me 'Cause the Medusa's head on Versace turned me to stone Now my poems just ain't poems They bloody when I recite 'em Bones get disconnected like the phones Now, I'm a hardened criminal with game Like the Garden, all my penpals life controlled by the warden Still the thrill makes me blind to the fact I could do real time, I'm a prisoner of my crimes Know the price, know the risk Know the wrongs and the rights Now I'm incarcerated for my life What's the meaning What's the meaning of life? (In my lifetime) What's the meaning What's the meaning of life? (In my lifetime) What's the meaning What's the meaning of life? (In my lifetime) What's the meaning What's the meaning of life? (In my lifetime) What's the meaning What's the meaning of life? (In my lifetime) What's the meaning What's the meaning of life? (In my lifetime) What's the meaning What's the meaning of life? (In my lifetime) What's the meaning What's the meaning of life? (In my lifetime) What's the meaning What's the meaning of life? (In my lifetime) What's the meaning What's the meaning of life? (In my lifetime) This bitch is ill, you coughing up hock spit, bitch (Yeah, what was that?) Ayo That bitch belch like a stinking hog There's some like, two flies came out your mouth with no wings Stinking bitch F*ck off, f*ck all y'all, y'all is whack Shut up you stinking (she said) If some flies come flying out my mouth (all y'all is whack) Don't even trip (y'all gotta gang up on me and all that) Shut the f*ck up, bitch We gonna gangbang you, you stinking bitch (f*ck you) F*ck you, gangbang who? (You fucking bitch?) Work that pussy, bitch (y'all fucking one minute, little dick motherfuckers, what?) (That nasty, dirty pussy you got, you fucking bitch) Shut up 'fore I c-, give you a-, you want a cock-slap, bitch? (What?)
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Written by: Hayden Browne, Jonathan Burks, Shawn Carter, Beresford Romeo
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20 facts about this song
Release Information"In My Lifetime" is a single by rapper Jay-Z from his debut album "Reasonable Doubt" which was released in 1996.
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Song's GenreThis song falls into the genre of East Coast hip hop, a style of hip hop music that originated in New York City during the 70s, characterized by aggressive lyrics and beats.
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Record LabelThe song "In My Lifetime" was released under the record label Roc-A-Fella Records, a company co-founded by Jay-Z himself.
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Song's InspirationIt's believed that this song reflects Jay-Z's early life and experiences in the Marcy Projects of Brooklyn, New York.
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Song's MeaningThe lyrics of "In My Lifetime" revolve around inner-city struggles and Jay-Z's aspirations to rise from these struggles and achieve success.
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Production DetailsThe song was produced by Ski Beatz, a renowned record producer in the hip hop scene who also worked with Jay-Z on other tracks from the album "Reasonable Doubt".
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Initial Success"In My Lifetime" was not an initial mainstream success, but it helped to establish Jay-Z's reputation within the hip hop community.
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Cultural ImpactToday, the song is widely recognized as one of the classics in Jay-Z's discography, representing his early style and lyrical themes.
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Video ReleaseThe music video for "In My Lifetime" was set in exotic locale which was rare for hip-hop videos at the time, adding a sense of luxury and aspiration to the gritty, street-smart lyrics.
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ReceptionDespite not reaching top chart positions at the time of release, "In My Lifetime" received widespread critical acclaim and has since become recognized as an important piece of Jay-Z's musical legacy.
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Song Release"In My Lifetime" by Jay-Z was released on November 28, 1995.
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Album InformationThis track is part of his debut studio album "Reasonable Doubt” which was released in 1996, but initially first appeared on his 1995 debut official single.
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CollaborationIt was produced by Big Jaz who has also co-produced other songs for Jay-Z.
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Inspirational BackgroundThe song showcases the harsh realities Jay-Z faced growing up in the Marcy Housing Projects in Brooklyn, where he was involved in drug dealing before he started his rap career.
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Lyrical Genius"In My Lifetime" is considered one of Jay-Z's breakthrough songs as it highlights his storytelling ability and lyrical prowess.
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Critical RecognitionThe song was recognized by Rolling Stone Magazine as a track that helped establish Jay-Z as one of hip-hop's most popular and respected artists.
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Audio FormatThe original "In My Lifetime" was released on 12" vinyl format.
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Early RecognitionIt's one of the early songs that helped Jay-Z gain recognition as a talented lyricist.
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Remixed VersionA remixed version of the song, titled "In My Lifetime (Remix)", was later released and continues to be popular amongst fans.
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Music VideoThe music video for 'In My Lifetime' was shot in lavish locations, including St. Thomas, whereas the original song dealt with life in Brooklyn's housing projects. This contrast was a deliberate artistic decision by Jay-Z to show his journey from poverty to success.
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