Numbers on the Boards

Pusha T

About Numbers on the Boards

"Numbers on the Boards" is a song by American rapper Pusha T from his debut studio album My Name Is My Name (2013). It was produced by Don Cannon, Kanye West and 88-Keys. On May 10, 2013, the song was officially released as the album's second official single by GOOD Music and Def Jam Recordings. On April 29, 2013 Rolling Stone gave the song "Numbers on the Boards" 4 out of 5 stars, stating "The star is Kanye West's beat, a contusive bass blur with percussion that's like bamboo sticks on a busted radiator. The result is near-perfect no-bullshit hip-hop." On May 9, 2013, the music video was released for "Numbers on the Boards" which featured cameo appearances from Kanye West and Chief Keef. The video was shot in Paris. The Kanye West and Don Cannon-produced song was then released as the album's second single the following day. Crack Magazine named it the 11th best song of the 2010s decade. 


Year:
2013
2:43
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I'm so bossy, bitch, get off me
It's a different jingle when you hear these car keys
Your SL's missing an S, nigga
Your plane's missing a chef
The common theme see they both got wings
If you fly, do it to death
It's only one God, and it's only one crown
So it's only one king that can stand on this mound
King Push, kingpin, overlord
Coast Guard come a hundred goin' overboard
I got money with the best of 'em
Go blow for blow with any Mexican
Don't let your side bitches settle in
Might have to headbutt your Evelyn

Ballers, I put numbers on the boards
Hard to get a handle on this double-edged sword
Whether rappin' or I'm rappin' to a whore
Might reach back and relapse to wrappin' up this raw
Givenchy fittin' like it's gym clothes
We really gym stars, I'm like D. Rose
No D-league, I'm like these clothes
'88 Jordan, leaping from the free throw

Ballers, I put numbers on the boards

(Motherfuckers can't rhyme no more, 'bout crime no more)
Mix drug and show money, Biggs Burke on tour
Twenty-five bricks, move work like chore
Hit Delaware twice, needed twenty-five more
I see flaw, cracks in your diamond
CB4 when you rhyme, Simple Simon
Come and meet the pieman, a must that I flaunt it
The legend grows legs when it comes back to haunt us

Ballers, I put numbers on the boards
Can't a bitch live and say I bought her Michael Kors?
Every car driven was decided by the horse
Keep the sticker in the window 'case you wonder what it cost
How could you relate when you ain't never been great?
And rely on rap money to keep food up on your plates, nigga?
I might sell a brick on my birthday
Thirty-six years of doing dirt like it's Earth Day, God

Ballers, I put numbers on the boards

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Pusha T

Terrence Thornton (born May 13, 1977), better known by his stage name Pusha T, is an American hip hop recording artist and one half of the critically acclaimed hip hop duo Clipse, along with his brother and fellow rapper Gene "No Malice" Thornton. He is also the co-founder and co-chief executive officer (CEO) of Re-Up Records along with his aforementioned brother. In September 2010, he announced his signing to Kanye West's GOOD Music label and on March 21, 2011, released his first solo project, a mixtape titled Fear of God. more »

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Written by: TERRENCE THORNTON, CHRISTOPHER E MARTIN, KANYE WEST, BUNNY SIGLER, ANTHONY KING, SHAWN CARTER, DON CANNON, JOHN MATTHEWS, CHARLES NJAPA

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Release Details
"Numbers on the Boards" by Pusha T was first released as a digital download on April 11, 2013.
Album Record
This song is the second single from Pusha-T's debut studio album "My Name Is My Name".
Production Team
"Numbers on the Boards" was produced by a team of well-known producers, including Kanye West, Don Cannon, 88-Keys, and Ab-Liva.
Unique Sound
The song features a dark, pulsing soundscape, which is complemented by Pusha T's raw and unfiltered rapping.
Critical Acclaim
The song was praised by critics for its production and Pusha T's performance. It's considered by many to be one of the highlights of his debut album.
Music Video Release
The official music video for "Numbers on the Boards" was released on May 9, 2013. It was filmed in Paris and features cameos by Kanye West and Chief Keef.
Inspiration
The title of the song is a reference to a basketball term, where "numbers on the boards" refers to a player's stats in a game.
Sampling
This song samples multiple tracks, including "Shake Your Booty" by Bunny Sigler, "Intro" by Nosaj Thing, and "Rhodesia" by Thomas Bangalter.
Chart Performance
Despite its critical acclaim, "Numbers on the Boards" did not chart very high, peaking at number 89 on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
Live Performances
Pusha T has frequently performed "Numbers on the Boards" live, including at the 2013 BET Awards.
Remix
A remix version of the song was released featuring Big Sean, Jadakiss, and Kanye West.
Lyrics
The lyrics of the song reflect the bravado and confidence Pusha T is known for, coupled with a deep examination of the trappings of life in the fast lane.

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