I Am Lyrics – Kevin Gates, YoungBoy Never Broke Again

I Am Lyrics Meaning

[Intro]
They’re basically saying they’re in a wild, intense state of mind, feeling crazy and turned up.

[Chorus: YoungBoy Never Broke Again]
Here, YoungBoy is explaining that even though he’s known as a gangster—someone who lives a dangerous and rough life—he’s not just hard on the outside; he has feelings and pain inside too. He’s well-known and carries a reputation that makes people cautious around him. He warns others to stay away because he’s wrapped up in danger, like a walking caution sign. He talks about violent actions in a blunt way, showing how serious and real his lifestyle is. He moves carefully and slowly, always aware of threats, and is always prepared to protect himself and his business, which includes carrying weapons and drügs. He’s saying, if anyone tries to run up on him or mess with him, they’ll have to face the consequences because he’s always strapped and ready.

[Verse 1: YoungBoy Never Broke Again]
In this part, YoungBoy talks about living a flashy, risky life full of gambling, partying, and showing off. He feels like he’s on top of the world, but the environment around him is filled with drügs and people living recklessly. He grew up in tough, dirty conditions and often didn’t even know the real intentions of the people around him, especially women. He’s careful with his money and doesn’t waste it on women he doesn’t trust. He mentions a close friend, Collin, who messed up, showing how his circle isn’t perfect and full of struggles. YoungBoy stays awake most nights, restless, spinning in his car, dealing with life’s chaos. He talks about trying to avoid getting caught up in bad habits, like drug addiction, but sometimes he finds himself stuck in that world. He hopes that his future kids don’t go through the same messed-up life he did. When he says “she ain’t right,” he means he’s done with people who aren’t trustworthy. He’s always alert and ready to protect himself because he knows people might try to hurt him. The image of him carrying guns and being ready to use them shows how serious his survival mindset is. His past was so rough that it even left physical scars, like a damaged nostril, proving just how hard his life was growing up.

[Chorus: YoungBoy Never Broke Again]
He repeats the chorus to remind everyone that even though he’s known as a gangster with a tough exterior, he still has deep emotions and pain. His life is dangerous, and he’s wrapped up in it like a warning sign. He’s always prepared to defend himself, carrying weapons and drügs, warning others not to mess with him or they’ll regret it.

[Verse 2: Kevin Gates]
Kevin Gates opens up about being in his creative space, feeling inspired and focused on his music and craft. He’s high on his own energy, glowing with confidence. He talks about wearing expensive designer clothes, showing off his success and status. But beneath all that, he admits to being hurt by people he trusted and betrayed by the harsh realities of the game he’s in. Despite that, he forgives them but can’t forget what happened. He’s also dealing with personal loss, especially the death of his grandmother, and that grief still weighs on him. Even though he can’t attend her funeral, he uses his pain as fuel to keep going, turning sorrow into passion. He talks about his ancestors watching over him, encouraging him to stay positive and keep moving forward. Kevin believes this connection with his past helps him handle the pressures and pain. He compares himself to Michael Jackson, saying he’s got the same kind of talent and impact, showing his confidence. He flaunts his success with flashy jewelry and style, using it as a symbol of how far he’s come from his tough beginnings. He’s proud of being different, coming straight from the trenches, and wants to show the world his unique swagger and strength. He’s also careful about how he presents himself, with his clear lens glasses and gold frames, showing off his status. The whole verse reflects his journey of pain, growth, loss, and success, proving he’s built differently and ready to keep shining no matter what.

[Chorus: YoungBoy Never Broke Again]
Again, the chorus comes back to remind us that YoungBoy is a gangster with feelings, living a tough life full of pain and caution. He wants people to stay away because he’s dangerous and ready to defend himself with weapons and drügs. Anyone trying to mess with him will face serious consequences, as he’s always strapped and prepared.