The Frontline Rich Lyrics
by S Kaviya
Updated Aug 10, 2023
The Frontline Rich Lyrics
[Intro]
Yeah, I'm from Richmond
Hell yeah, it's crazy out here
Nigga might stab you over a dollar in a dice game
Nigga might shoot you over some King Cobra
Shit, it's crazy in the Rich
[Left]
I was born poor, lived poor
Top Ramen, dirty floor
Dirty clothes, Snotty Nose
Empty stomach, Brutal soul
Running around the village with a bag full of Now-n-Laters
Watching all the dope dealers hustle making dirty paper
Yellow bus, free lunch
Missing school, should have flunked
Fights with older niggas had to let them know I'm not a punk
Ran up on a couple chumps
No help, I got jumped
Fought back when a lotta niggas probably would have run
Dirty cops, Task Force batter-ram my front door
Looking for my pop's coke stash under the kitchen floor
More Drama
Watched good mothers turn to crack mamas
Watching beauty queens
Turn to dope fiends
Lost honor
Friend shot, some are dead
Bullets sending out their head
All over turf business
Niggas turn to cold killers
Rap game, hoop game
Dope game, same thing
Only way that niggas thought they'd make it out the Rich, man
[Hook/Left]
That's how it is in the (RICH)
That's all we get in the (RICH)
That's how we live in the (RICH)
That's how we live in the (RICH)
That's how it is in the (RICH)
That's all we get in the (RICH)
That's how we live in the (RICH)
That's how we live in the (RICH)
That's how it is in the (RICH)
(Northside, Southside)
That's all we get in the (RICH)
(Seaside, Crescent Park)
That's how we live in the (RICH)
(Hillside , the Village)
That's how we live in the (RICH)
(My niggas all heart)
[Locksmith]
Yeah, Okay
Now I'mma take y'all niggas to the start
Curly hair, Crescent Park
Early years, stressing hard
Niggas letting weapons spark
Mama had an aching heart
Daddy didn't play his part
They was separated a minute but didn't stay apart
Sister was an artist then
Left's uncle started seeing
Crack came barging in
Niggas wasn't starving then
We was on some real shit
Filthy Phil, Lil Ric
Filthy pulled an ill lick
But to us he's still sick
Same time, dope game
Cocaine flooded in
Drought came, no 'caine
Dough ain't coming in
Niggas was hungry, their fucking stomachs was rumbling
Out comes the gun again
Pigs started running in
It happened all in Richmond (HUH)
Where them bullets be whistling (HUH)
My little cousin was murdered
And, shit I fucking miss him
But we gonna keep it pimping
Carry on his tradition
We representing
You fucking haters, I hope you listening
[Hook]
[Left and Locksmith]
Le: You've got the boys in the Village, man
Chilling on Griffin
During the day, but at night
It's dope dealing and killing
Lo: You've got the Crescent Park niggas, down on Fleming
Niggas will snatch off your rims if you come through spinning
Le: You've got the niggas in the projects out in North
Where they fight in the street bare-knuckle like it's a sport
Lo: You've got the Seaside niggas they be holding steel
Fuck around, there'll be rollin' ill
Le: You've got the Easter Hill Boys, one way in, one way out
Run your mouth, they will knock you out
Lo: And there's a lot more niggas in church than we could mention
Le: But no matter where you stay, motherfucker, it's all Richmond
[Hook]
That's how it is in the (RICH)
(Northside, Southside)
That's all we get in the (RICH)
(Seaside, Crescent Park)
That's how we live in the (RICH)
(Hillside , the Village)
That's how we live in the (RICH)
(My niggas all heart)
The Frontline Rich Lyrics Meaning
These lyrics depict the gritty and harsh realities of life in Richmond, a city known for its challenges and hardships. The verses describe the experiences of the artists and their community members growing up in a tough environment, where poverty, violence, and drug-related issues are prevalent. Here's a breakdown of the meaning behind the lyrics:
[Intro]
The introduction sets the scene in Richmond, acknowledging the dangerous and chaotic nature of the city.
[Left]
This section dives into the artist's personal background, narrating a childhood of poverty, hunger, and struggle. The lyrics touch upon growing up with limited resources, witnessing drug dealers' activities, facing violence, and surviving in a challenging environment.
[Hook/Left]
The hook emphasizes the tough reality of life in Richmond, highlighting that the difficulties faced by the community are a daily norm, such as poverty and violence. The repeated phrase "That's how we live in the (RICH)" underscores the pervasive challenges residents endure.
[Locksmith]
This verse introduces another perspective, detailing the artist's experiences in Crescent Park. It touches on broken family dynamics, drug addiction, and the loss of loved ones to violence.
[Hook]
[Left and Locksmith]
In this collaborative section, the artists name different neighborhoods within Richmond and describe the specific issues each neighborhood faces. They point out that violence, crime, and hardship exist in various parts of the city, emphasizing that the challenges are universal across Richmond, regardless of location.
[Hook]
The lyrics collectively aim to paint a vivid picture of life in Richmond, highlighting the struggles, violence, and adversity faced by the residents. The artists use their lyrics to provide insight into the complex web of poverty, crime, and survival that defines their community's existence.
The Frontline Rich Lyrics - FAQ
"The Rich" refers to Richmond, a city known for its challenging and often dangerous living conditions. The lyrics narrate the harsh realities of life in this environment, portraying the struggles, violence, and hardships faced by its residents.
The lyrics provide a personal account of the artist's childhood, marked by poverty, hunger, and difficult circumstances. They describe witnessing drug-related activities, enduring violence, and growing up in an environment where resources were limited.
The repetition of this phrase in the hook emphasizes the normalized nature of the challenges faced by the community. It underscores that poverty, violence, and other difficulties are an everyday reality for the people of Richmond.
The lyrics mention various neighborhoods such as Crescent Park, Northside, Southside, Seaside, and more. These references highlight that issues like violence, crime, and struggle are prevalent across different parts of Richmond, illustrating the widespread challenges.
The lyrics aim to shed light on the complex and tough environment of Richmond. They tell stories of survival, resilience, and unity in the face of adversity. The artists use their words to provide insight into the harsh realities of life in their community.