"The Game" is a song by American rapper The Game from his debut album, "The Documentary," released in 2005. The song is titled "Troublesome" and it portrays The Game's aggressive and confrontational persona as a gangster rapper. The lyrics emphasize his gangster lifestyle, his willingness to resort to violence, and his disregard for authority or awards. He views himself as a real gangsta and criticizes others who he perceives as not being genuine. The chorus repeats the phrase "Real gangstas stand up, hold they dick, Bitch niggaz sit down to piss - what type of nigga is you?" This line signifies The Game's belief that a real gangsta is someone who stands up for themselves, takes charge, and doesn't back down. In contrast, he considers those who are cowardly or weak to be unworthy. Throughout the song, The Game boasts about his prowess with firearms, his lack of fear, and his ability to eliminate his enemies. He references shooting and killing multiple individuals and shows no remorse. He also mentions specific rappers and figures in the industry, such as Arthur Ashe, Neil Armstrong, Lee Harvey Oswald, Biggie Smalls, Jay-Z, Nas, and Tupac Shakur, showcasing his influence from and admiration for their music. The overall message of the song is The Game's rebellious and confrontational attitude, expressing his willingness to engage in violence and maintain his gangster persona. It serves as a showcase of his gangsta rap style and his refusal to conform to societal norms.
