Bread & butter

Album

A Gift & a Curse

Label

YSL Records

Genre

Hip hop

Composer(s)

Sergio Kitchens;Chandler Durham;Omar Perrin;Cameron Griffin

Entered Chart

Jun 17, 2023

Peak Date

Jun 17, 2023

Released

June 2, 2023

Recorded

Nopt Listed

In May 2022, Gunna found himself entangled in a complex RICO case alongside Young Thug and the YSL crew. Charged with conspiracy to violate the RICO Act, he faced a daunting maximum sentence of 20 years. As time pressed on, hope seemed distant until December 2022 when Gunna accepted a plea deal. By admitting guilt to a single charge, his sentence was diminished to a five-year term. With one year already served, the remaining four years were suspended, contingent on community service and probation requirements. Although this proved to be a favorable outcome for Gunna, a bitter pill accompanied his respite. In order to secure such a favorable arrangement, Gunna was compelled to acknowledge, in the solemn setting of the courtroom, that YSL isn't just a mere record label, but encompasses criminal activities as well. This implicated his co-defendants, most notably Young Thug, his mentor, companion, and frequent collaborator. After his release in December 2022, Gunna remained silent, shrouding himself in mystery and secrecy. On June 2, 2023, he emerged from his self-imposed hush and seized the opportunity to address the skeptics through "Bread & Butter." The track provides a platform for Gunna to shed light on his experiences behind bars, confronting the accusations of being an informant to secure a more favorable plea deal. Moreover, it delves into the complexities of his strained relationship with Lil Baby, laying bare the challenges they faced. Gunna raps with a smooth and deliberate flow, blending with the guitar-driven beat. In the second verse, he proclaims he was coerced into accepting the plea deal despite his instincts telling him otherwise. On whatever you n---as on and trust me, I'ma stand on it Lawyers and the DA did some sneaky s--t, I fell for it On my Ps and Qs because this time, I be prepared for it Reflecting on his own errors in trusting certain lawyers and the district attorney, Gunna emphasizes his actions weren't deliberate, but a consequence of misplaced trust - a valuable lesson learned that now fuels his vigilance. "Bread and butter," a phrase synonymous with one's primary source of income, takes center stage as Gunna kicks off the song by addressing the very essence of his decision-making process: money. Goin' all out when it's 'bout that bread and butter They'll kill for clout, I put that on my dead brother, yeah The rapper lays bare the financial toll his legal battles exacted upon him, an unfortunate consequence of opting for the plea deal. Yeah, I'm right back and I lost mad commas I had been down bad inside a dark tunnel, yeah The first verse is a resolute declaration of Gunna's loyalty, as he unequivocally asserts that snitching is not part of his character. As the verse unfolds, Gunna appears to allude to his strained relationship with fellow rapper Lil Baby, including his label boss unfollowing him on social media. Gunna criticizes the move as hypocritical - especially as Lil Baby continued to associate with Pierre Thomas, co-owner of Quality Control label, who faced similar accusations in a 2010 murder case. Turbo, Omar Grand, and Cam Griffin produced the track. Atlanta producer Turbo frequently works with Gunna, serving as executive producer on his joint album with Lil Baby, Drip Harder. Omar Grand's resumé also includes collaborations with Megan Thee Stallion ("Plan B") and Fabolous ("Frenemies"). Cam Griffin contributed to four tracks on Summer Walker's debut album, Over It, including the lead single, "Playing Games." In the black-and-white video directed by LEFF, Gunna takes us on a cinematic ride through the Hollywood Hills. Cruising in a sleek and luxurious car, he indulges in a shopping spree, exploring a high-end jewelry store in search of some ice.

[Chorus]
Goin' all out when it's 'bout that bread and butter
They'll kill for clout, I put that on my dead brother, yeah
He talk so much, I showed him I'm a real hunter
Won't say it, but he know I still got real cutters, yeah
Yeah, I'm right back and I lost mad commas
I had been down bad inside a dark tunnel, yeah
Fuck them boys, I found out who my real partners
And who was only with me 'cause I had dollars

[Verse 1]
Never fucked a nigga, always stayed solid
Kept it real with niggas, never lied and always stay honest
Love my bro so much, I'd never change on 'em
I'm the one to go and do the work, bring you thе damn profits
Hustled on my own, I always didn't know how to sell product
Nigga ain't gave mе shit, I grind so long, came from the damn bottom
Every nigga speakin' on my name could have some real problems
We are not the same, ain't in my lane, I got my own column, yeah
Peepin' shit, I'm seein' niggas fall back
You bitch-ass niggas got me as the topic of the chat
You switched on me when you know you in business with a rat
And the boy that's like your brother, ain't nobody speak on that
The city see it clearly if I had to state a fact
You still fuck with a nigga that done got yo' partner ****
Heard these niggas talkin', only knew 'em 'cause of Slatt
These rap boys need more streams, heard he put my name on wax
You wouldn’t even believe, I ain't had to watch my back
It's niggas really talkin', how you think we done got snatched?
Nobody sent the kite, I sent it wrong way, didn't get it back
This shit done got off track, let's get it back on track
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[Chorus]
Goin' all out when it's 'bout that bread and butter
They'll kill for clout, I put that on my dead brother, yeah
He talk so much, I showed him I'm a real hunter
Won't say it, but he know I still got real cutters, yeah
Yeah, I'm right back and I lost mad commas
I had been down bad inside a dark tunnel, yeah
Fuck them boys, I found out who my real partners
And who was only with me 'cause I had dollars, yeah

[Verse 2]
Fuck I paid the lawyers all those mills for?
Just so I won't have to say a word to dodge a railroad
Niggas find it hard to understand, though
Dawg ain't put me down, I been locked down, I don't know which way to go
Never gave no statement or agree to take no stand on 'em
On whatever you niggas on and trust me, I'ma stand on it
Lawyers and the DA did some sneaky shit, I fell for it
On my Ps and Qs because this time, I be prepared for it, yeah
'Posed to shine, these niggas throwin' shade, though
I can get him hit, but I'ma just chill and just see how it go
Buddy say he want some smoke with me, ain't in my time zone
Any given day, I could just pop out one of them side doors
Gunna, he too slick, you ain't gon' know which way I pled
Shit too hot, I can't even put no money on—
Pullin' up, pop out, like, "What the fuck you niggas said?"
Ain't with all that talkin', this the last time I'ma say it, yeah
Probably think I'm sick, the way I keep poppin' these meds
I finally found out that's just the way the devil dance
Had too many niggas 'round I fed that bit my hand
I got too many folks to feed, you just don't understand, yeah
[Chorus]
Goin' all out when it's 'bout that bread and butter
They'll kill for clout, I put that on my dead brother, yeah
He talk so much, I showed him I'm a real hunter
Won't say it, but he know I still got real cutters, yeah
Yeah, I'm right back and I lost mad commas
I had been down bad inside a dark tunnel, yeah
Fuck them boys, I found out who my real partners
And who was only with me 'cause I had dollars, yeah (Yeah)