The Boss
Nicki Minaj, DJ Jruda, Rick Ross
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[Chorus] Run how you want, boss Chill how you want, boss Floss how you want, boss Do whatcha like Go rock your chain, boss Pour that champagne, boss Keep getting paid, boss Do Whatcha like Ross, la la, la la, la la Do Whatcha like Ross,la la, la la, la la Do Whatcha like [Verse 1] As I'm poppin' my collar, black on black antique impala She ain't gotta speak 'cause my speakers let her know that I'm ballin They call me the boss, I be calling the shots It's Ricky Ross, that boy be ballin a lot That boy be ridin' big, that boy be ridin' rim's Not the flats but the fish 'cause they just swim New York to the west, you a boss if you fresh Scuff your shoes, wipe em down Now get back on your two step Stunting is boss Shining is boss Grand daddy kush, or the purt, yellow diamonds is boss That dime a boss, She fine as a house And she driving a porche, She designed for a boss [Chorus] Run how you want, boss Chill how you want, boss Floss how you want, boss Do whatcha like Go rock your chain, boss Pour that champagne, boss Keep getting paid, boss Do Whatcha like Ross, la la, la la, la la Do Whatcha like Ross,la la, la la, la la Do Whatcha like [Verse 2] I'm ridin' big, I'm hoping lanes My chevy thang, Got this chickens all insane Look at my stones tap dancing on the bezzle Bad baby at the rollie, lap dancing and wanna kiss me Oh no, 'cause of my chain 'cause of my bling like a peacock standing on my ring 'cause I'm a boss, I'm a spend it I'm a floss, I'm a winner You the loss, all these niggas Sprinkle soft 'cause I'm the pepper and the salt Whatcha feel, whatcha like Whatcha want, what's your type I done seen it, done it twice, bought it up the same night 'cause I'm a boss, its Ricky Ross If you buy, if you spend it, f*ck the cost You's a boss, You a boss [Chorus] Run how you want, boss Chill how you want, boss Floss how you want, boss Do whatcha like Go rock your chain, boss Pour that champagne, boss Keep getting paid, boss Do Whatcha like Ross, la la, la la, la la Do Whatcha like Ross,la la, la la, la la Do Whatcha like [Verse 3] Before the block got whipped And they Pistol got ripped Before you got any chips You got permission from the boss On a mission for the charts, out-smart my competition Composition so sharp, so dark ,so vivid 26's on the old school Pro tools session Got the old school ho's Acting brand new sweating Brand new tennis chain, fancy pockets on my jeans Headed for the walk dude, fore' they win him on the stage Two a day, super pay Stupid brain from a model Triple see a hundred deep And everybody got a bottle Got a bottle full of purp Full of work, no leachin' Blew 50 last weekend, if you looking for a reason I'm the boss [Chorus] Run how you want, boss Chill how you want, boss Floss how you want, boss Do whatcha like Go rock your chain, boss Pour that champagne, boss Keep getting paid, boss Do Whatcha like Ross, la la, la la, la la Do Whatcha like Ross,la la, la la, la la Do Whatcha like
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Written by: Jonathan Rotem, William Roberts, Faheem Najim
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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14 facts about this song
Song Title and Artist"The Boss" is a song by American rapper Rick Ross.
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AlbumThe song is from his second studio album "Trilla," released in 2008.
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PerformanceThe song features rapper T-Pain and was the second single from the album.
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Song's Chart Performance"The Boss" peaked at #17 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it Rick Ross's highest charting single at the time.
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CollaborationThis was Rick Ross's first collaboration with T-Pain, who also produced the song.
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InspirationAccording to interviews with Rick Ross, the song was inspired by his love of classic 90s hip hop and his ambition to be one of the best in the rap industry.
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Critical ReceptionCritics praised the song for its catchy beat and Ross's confident flows, describing it as one of the most memorable tracks on the album.
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PopularityDespite its release over a decade ago, the song remains one of Rick Ross's most streamed songs on platforms like Spotify and Apple Music.
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Music VideoThe music video for "The Boss," directed by Gil Green, includes a cameo from the professional basketball player, Dwyane Wade.
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Set LocationThe music video was shot in Miami, Florida, showcasing the opulent lifestyle Ross often raps about.
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InstrumentalThe song's beat features a prominent horn section, setting it apart from many other rap songs at the time.
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Song Recognition"The Boss" has often been used in pop culture, including films and television shows, due to its catchy chorus and strong beat.
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Song’s ImportanceThe song played a vital part in shaping Rick Ross's career, setting a benchmark for his future songs and collaborations.
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Impact"The Boss" played a significant role in establishing Rick Ross's trademark luxurious lifestyle image that he continues to cultivate to this day.
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