Held It Down Lyrics – DudeyLo

[Intro]
Yo, it’s two different types of gangstas, you heard
It’s one that’s gon’ do s*it for his family, you heard

Put on for the hood
And it’s the ones who gon’ die, you heard
I’m not tryna be the one who die, you heard
It’s that DudeyLo n!gga, you heard, they gon’ remember my name
Shot after fu*king shot, every fu*king track

[Chorus]
Shoutout all the ones that held it down through my whole bid
Could never be lil’ Marley in that precinct, he a whole b!tch
Police asking questions, where my lawyer? I don’t know s*it
Pops told me early how to aim and fill a whole clip
Mama told me since a jit, “Stay up off that block, boy
Stay up in that gym, crossover, keep shooting shots, boy”
But I took the wrong route, I fell in love with Glock noise
I done went from basketball superstar to a hot boy

[Verse]
N!ggas think they tough ’cause they put they fingers on triggers, n!gga
It’s gangsta to do s*it for the fam, look at the bigger picture
I done switched it up, what they thought, I only could drill rap?
I’m talking ’bout my life through my rhymes, n!gga, this real facts
I was down bad on my d!ck, by my self, ain’t no one care for me
*** like my pops ’cause my real pops couldn’t be there for me
I remember all them nights when she was scared for me
Back and forth to court, looked in her eyes, she shedding tears for me
That s*it hurt me to my stomach when Edotty died
Like, damn, I really had to see Dotty mama cry
They tried to spin and then they crashed, those hollows fu*ked ’em up
So when you get up in that V, you better buckle up
‘Cause if you don’t, it’s gon’ be a nightmare
I remember I was on that block where they don’t fight fair
All my n!ggas vouching for me, they was always right there
All my n!ggas vouching for me, they was always right there

[Chorus]
Shoutout all the ones that held it down through my whole bid
Could never be lil’ Marley in that precinct, he a whole b!tch
Police asking questions, where my lawyer? I don’t know s*it
Pops told me early how to aim and fill a whole clip
Mama told me since a jit, “Stay up off that block, boy
Stay up in that gym, crossover, keep shooting shots, boy”
But I took the wrong route, I fell in love with Glock noise
I done went from basketball superstar to a hot boy

[Outro]
Ayo, remember what I said, you heard?
Don’t be like one of them n!ggas, you heard
Yo, be yourself, stay up in your own lane, you heard
Free the bros, R.I.P. the bros

[Intro]
The intro sets the tone for the song by highlighting the dichotomy within the gangster lifestyle. DudeyLo asserts that there are two distinct types of gangsters: those who prioritize their family and those who meet tragic ends. He emphasizes his desire to avoid becoming a casualty of the streets and asserts his determination to make a lasting impact through his music.

[Chorus]
The chorus pays homage to those who supported DudeyLo during his time incarcerated (“whole bid”). He acknowledges the challenges he faced, including legal troubles and the allure of street life. DudeyLo reflects on the guidance he received from his parents, juxtaposing their advice with his own choices that led him down a dangerous path, transitioning from a promising athlete to a figure immersed in violence.

[Verse]
In this verse, DudeyLo criticizes those who equate toughness with violence, arguing that true gangsterism lies in doing what’s best for one’s family. He shares personal struggles, including feeling abandoned by his absent father and witnessing the pain of loved ones. The verse recounts moments of tragedy and violence, emphasizing the harsh realities of street life and the importance of loyalty among friends who stood by him during tough times.

[Chorus]
The second chorus reaffirms DudeyLo’s gratitude for those who supported him, reiterating the challenges he faced and the conflicting influences in his life. Despite the advice from his parents to pursue a positive path, DudeyLo acknowledges his own mistakes, particularly his attraction to the “Glock noise” and the allure of street life.

[Outro]
The outro serves as a final message from DudeyLo, urging listeners to heed his experiences and avoid the pitfalls of street life. He emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and resisting the pressure to conform to negative influences. The outro also includes a tribute to his friends (“bros”), urging for their freedom and honoring those who have passed away.