The Game's song "Taylor Made" is a collaboration with Wiz Khalifa and serves as an anthem for their respective cliques, with references to Chuck Taylor shoes and the Taylor Gang. The chorus sets the tone by introducing the Taylor Gang, which consists of The Game and Wiz Khalifa. They are known in their neighborhoods and take pride in being associated with the Taylor Gang. They enjoy getting high, being with women, and rolling paper planes (referring to smoking marijuana joints). They consider themselves "Taylor made," meaning they are unique and one of a kind. They blow smoke in the face of their haters, and they are stars in their communities. They encourage their fans to throw up the Taylor Gang sign and continue representing the gang if they feel they are also "Taylor made." In his verse, The Game starts off by mentioning his love for wearing red Converse Chuck Taylor sneakers, indicating his affiliation to the Chuck Taylor brand. He mentions wearing Beats headphones and listening to "Bomb first," a song by Tupac, which shows his appreciation for hip-hop classics. The Game then addresses the complexities of gang culture in his neighborhood. He talks about using the term "waddup Blood," which refers to the Bloods gang, without actually being a member. He explains that this is a unique aspect of Compton culture and shouldn't be imitated without proper confirmation from someone like him who wears Chuck Taylors. The Game also references his documentary series, "The Documentary," which shocked the nation and showcased his rise in the rap industry. He compares himself to boxing legend Muhammad Ali and asserts his dominance when it comes to rap feuds. He believes that his success was inevitable, as he had the potential even before the death of Tupac Shakur. Despite not considering himself a violent person, The Game warns others not to test him, as he has a way with women. He ends his verse by affirming his identity as a member of the Taylor Gang and emphasizes their importance and influence. In Wiz Khalifa's verse, he acknowledges that he is widely recognized as a talented rapper. He notes that people have heard about his skill and that he introduced someone who has never smoked marijuana to the experience. He invites listeners into his world, which he describes as exciting and full of anticipation. Wiz Khalifa boasts about his ability to remember and deliver his lyrics flawlessly and mentions his success with women due to his flashy jewelry and high-quality marijuana. He acknowledges that some people may be resentful of his success, but he attributes it to perfect timing and remaining focused on his craft. He shares his belief that success doesn't require fame and underscores his dedication to hard work. Wiz Khalifa references his hustle and ability to turn women into fans after his shows. He calls out those who criticize them, referring to them as clowns who secretly admire their success. He concludes by encouraging listeners to disregard negative opinions and continue representing the Taylor Gang. Overall, "Taylor Made" celebrates the pride and success of The Game and Wiz Khalifa's respective cliques, emphasizing their uniqueness, personal style, and influential status. The song also promotes the Taylor Gang lifestyle of enjoying life, success, and marijuana.
