Big Dreams
Bow Wow
Bow Wow
BOW WOW
- Big Dreams Lyrics[Verse 1]
I had a homie named Tony 16, 6'2
Headed to the NBA straight from High School
My nigga has his ball game on lock
But at the same time he was in love with the block
All the stuff that came wit it the drugs and the guns, the gangs the slang and all the funds
He just got a letter of detent fron the Cavaliers saying how they love him and they wish he was there
He had it made like special-ed about to get the bread
But chose to do something dumb instead
Go to war with the crew on the other side of town
And was more ready and Tony got laided down
He ain't even have a chance
Died before the ambulance even got to him
So many went through him
I hate to tell the story but that's how it is
Growing up in the hood as a kid
[Chorus]
When you got big dreams
Don't listen to what nobody say and don't let nobody turn you away
When you got big dreams
Keep your eyes on the prize don't fall to the way side
When you got big dreams
Don't listen to what nobody say and don't let nobody turn you away
When you got big dreams
Keep your eyes on the prize don't fall to the way side reach for the sky
[Verse 2]
I knew a girl named Gina that was a hell of a singer
And everybody fell in love with her when they seen her
Babygirl was on the verge of signing a big deal
18 and life looked so so real
She was stuck with a dude that was all bad news
And all he ever did was give baby the blues
And she was true to a nigga, do for a nigga, pop you and your whole crew for a nigga
One night he came and picked her up, told her let's ride
That's the same night that he watched her die
They was tryna hit a lick but the lick hit back
Put a end to the deal and all of that
She ain't even have to be there and he knew it wasn't right
Now he gotta deal wit it for the rest of his life
And the part I don't like he ain't even get grazed
But the home girl Gina is laying in the grave
[Chorus]
[Verse 3]
I got a few relatives giving the family drama
Always got they hands out when they see me and my mama
One could have been a doctor, the other a chef
But when he got his own kitchen he was cooking something else
Now his life in the drain, a trifling shame
He all washed up, wife took everything
No car no more, no house
And everywhere he go he stole so they throwed him out
I was growing up looking up to be like them
Now I'm throwing up cash rolling up in the bent
I'm stuck with a dream I had since a shorty and I'll be damned if I let another man support me
Now Uncle June Buck sick, skinny as hell
He got AIDS in his body from the needles he shared
Everytime he get his welfare checks he don't care
If you wanna see him go to he crackhouse he there
[Chorus]
When you got big dreams [3x]
When you got big dreams don't fall to the way side reach for the sky
I had a homie named Tony 16, 6'2
Headed to the NBA straight from High School
My nigga has his ball game on lock
But at the same time he was in love with the block
All the stuff that came wit it the drugs and the guns, the gangs the slang and all the funds
He just got a letter of detent fron the Cavaliers saying how they love him and they wish he was there
He had it made like special-ed about to get the bread
But chose to do something dumb instead
Go to war with the crew on the other side of town
And was more ready and Tony got laided down
He ain't even have a chance
Died before the ambulance even got to him
So many went through him
I hate to tell the story but that's how it is
Growing up in the hood as a kid
[Chorus]
When you got big dreams
Don't listen to what nobody say and don't let nobody turn you away
When you got big dreams
Keep your eyes on the prize don't fall to the way side
When you got big dreams
Don't listen to what nobody say and don't let nobody turn you away
When you got big dreams
Keep your eyes on the prize don't fall to the way side reach for the sky
[Verse 2]
I knew a girl named Gina that was a hell of a singer
And everybody fell in love with her when they seen her
Babygirl was on the verge of signing a big deal
18 and life looked so so real
She was stuck with a dude that was all bad news
And all he ever did was give baby the blues
One night he came and picked her up, told her let's ride
That's the same night that he watched her die
They was tryna hit a lick but the lick hit back
Put a end to the deal and all of that
She ain't even have to be there and he knew it wasn't right
Now he gotta deal wit it for the rest of his life
And the part I don't like he ain't even get grazed
But the home girl Gina is laying in the grave
[Chorus]
[Verse 3]
I got a few relatives giving the family drama
Always got they hands out when they see me and my mama
One could have been a doctor, the other a chef
But when he got his own kitchen he was cooking something else
Now his life in the drain, a trifling shame
He all washed up, wife took everything
No car no more, no house
And everywhere he go he stole so they throwed him out
I was growing up looking up to be like them
Now I'm throwing up cash rolling up in the bent
I'm stuck with a dream I had since a shorty and I'll be damned if I let another man support me
Now Uncle June Buck sick, skinny as hell
He got AIDS in his body from the needles he shared
Everytime he get his welfare checks he don't care
If you wanna see him go to he crackhouse he there
[Chorus]
When you got big dreams [3x]
When you got big dreams don't fall to the way side reach for the sky
Facts about Big Dreams
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Big Dreams is written by James Phillips, Shawntae Harris, Jermaine Dupri.
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It is first released on July 12, 2005 as part of Bow Wow's album "Wanted" which includes 11 tracks in total. This song is the 1st track on this album.
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When we try to interpret the meaning, in Big Dreams, Bow Wow vividly describes the tough but real side of life for kids who are raised in poor neighborhoods, while at the same time showcasing the road of those individuals who had a bright future but ended up engaging in destructive activities. It is a powerful message of the song that one should never give up on their dreams no matter what the circumstances are and that one should always strive to reach the highest possible goals in life even if it means going against the current. The song lyrics deal mainly with the themes of inspiration and reflection, social commentary, empowerment, and hope. To some extent, the song also highlights the necessity of dream chasing, the dangers of the street life, the impact of one's decisions, and the role of family and support. The lyrics entail portrayals of violence, drug use and other themes related to the hood that are not suitable for kids, including mentions of gangs, drugs and sad endings. The intensity of these elements is enough to classify the song as PG-13, which means that the parental guidance is highly recommended for children under 13 as they might be exposed to the content of this song.
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Big Dreams falls under the genre Dirty South.
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Big Dreams song length is 3 minutes and 32 seconds.
Who wrote Big Dreams lyrics?
Big Dreams is written by James Phillips, Shawntae Harris, Jermaine Dupri.
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When was Big Dreams released?
It is first released on July 12, 2005 as part of Bow Wow's album "Wanted" which includes 11 tracks in total. This song is the 1st track on this album.
✔️
What is the meaning behind Big Dreams lyrics?
When we try to interpret the meaning, in Big Dreams, Bow Wow vividly describes the tough but real side of life for kids who are raised in poor neighborhoods, while at the same time showcasing the road of those individuals who had a bright future but ended up engaging in destructive activities. It is a powerful message of the song that one should never give up on their dreams no matter what the circumstances are and that one should always strive to reach the highest possible goals in life even if it means going against the current. The song lyrics deal mainly with the themes of inspiration and reflection, social commentary, empowerment, and hope. To some extent, the song also highlights the necessity of dream chasing, the dangers of the street life, the impact of one's decisions, and the role of family and support. The lyrics entail portrayals of violence, drug use and other themes related to the hood that are not suitable for kids, including mentions of gangs, drugs and sad endings. The intensity of these elements is enough to classify the song as PG-13, which means that the parental guidance is highly recommended for children under 13 as they might be exposed to the content of this song.
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Which genre is Big Dreams?
Big Dreams falls under the genre Dirty South.
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How long is the song Big Dreams?
Big Dreams song length is 3 minutes and 32 seconds.
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Songwriter(s): James Phillips, Shawntae Harris, Jermaine Dupri
Record Label(s): 2003, 2005 SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
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