Rap Slang Word Meanings

Lockjaw is actually the street term for tetanus. Tetanus causes the body to stiffen, including the jaw. This condition prevents the mouth and jaw from moving, hence, “lockjaw.”  In rap, lockjaw is very different and might actually be insulting to some. When you say lockjaw, it might mean two things: You are referring to a … Read more

Lick might be a weird slang in rap, but it is actually commonly used, especially by the somewhat older generation of rappers.  The term was actually popularized by Scarface in 1991. When he first used it, he primarily referred to a robbery or robbing someone to quickly acquire large amounts of cash. “If this big … Read more

Some critics of Fetty Wap’s work may have called his style ignorant. This is weird since you don’t understand what “ignorant” means in rap. Read more below if you want to know more about what ignorant means in rap and how to use it.  When you say ignorant in rap, you refer to a particular … Read more

You might have heard some up-and-coming rappers spit out their verses and use the slang “Lemonade.” You wonder what it means, and isn’t it too out of place? However, lemonade has an entirely different meaning in rap.  When some rappers use lemonade, they might: Refer to the high you get when using recreational drugs. It … Read more

If you have been a fan of hip-hop and rap songs, you might have heard “Molly” in many of them. Did you know what it actually means and how it is used? Stick around and read more to find out! The term is trendy to many mainstream rap icons like Nicki Minaj and Kanye West. … Read more

The term “Killer Bee” in slang may have two origins. First is the anime “Naruto” character who loves to rap. The second is Muhammed Ali’s quote that says, “float like a butterfly, sting like a bee.” The primary meaning of Killer Bee is just someone dangerous, swift, and deadly, possibly in rap battles. However, the … Read more

The term “Killer Bee” in slang may have two origins. First is the anime “Naruto” character who loves to rap. The second is Muhammed Ali’s quote that says, “float like a butterfly, sting like a bee.” The primary meaning of Killer Bee is just someone dangerous, swift, and deadly, possibly in rap battles. However, the … Read more

Jam is actually a very general slang in music. Its usage is almost the same as how regular musicians use it. Jam may refer to the informal session of rappers in which they would just play music and rap together. You might have heard of it like: “Eminem and Dr. Dre would always have jam … Read more

Flow in rap is more of a technical slang. Do you want to learn more? Read this article thoroughly.  When some people use flow in rap, they refer to the stream of lyrics, rhymes, rhythm, and overall composition. A good flow means rapable, rhyming well, and good to listen to.   You might hear others use … Read more

In the prominent gangster rap culture, “ice” gets thrown around by many icons but do you know what it means? There are basically two meanings to ice.  The first meaning of ice is diamonds. Due to the crystal clear color and solid appearance of ice and diamonds, the term “ice” is used by urban people … Read more

Jacker is a highly offensive and dangerous slang in the world of rap, so you better be warned when you use it.  In the dangerous urban streets, jackers make a living out of robbing others. This relates to how it is used in a rapping context. Jackers are other rappers with no originality and primarily … Read more

In the world of rap slang, some use the “Izzy” suffix to add some style to words. It might have come from the phrase “it’s a.” Glizzy is actually one of these.  Glizzy in rap primarily has three meanings. The first is that it references the Glock, a handgun. It is a somewhat euphemistic slang … Read more

Freestyle or freestyling is arguably one of the most popular terms or slang in the world of rap. Most rap legends are proficient in freestyle or started out in freestyling, but what do they really mean when they use it? Freestyle is a method of improvising verses, rap lyrics, and songs without any music or … Read more

This might seem blasphemous, but Hov actually originates from Jehovah, another name for God used by Jehovah’s witnesses. You better be careful when using this slang. Jay-Z came up with this term and made it famous. He would often refer to himself as Hov as he would exclaim that he is the “god of rap.” … Read more

The older people might remember Kodak as the giant camera company that became obsolete. But when used in rap, it becomes slang for several things. Read more to find out! When you say Kodak to something or someone, you insult them. Kodak may mean something old-fashioned or obsolete like the Kodak company itself.  “Your prof … Read more

You might think to yourself that you know the meaning of IDK even in rap slang, but you might be surprised when you read more below. IDK might mean “I Don’t Know.” It is a famous abbreviation used in texting, rapping, or basically any conversation. You may simply use it like: “IDK! I wasn’t listening … Read more

K might just be a single letter, but its meaning and usage in rap are very diverse. For this hip-hop slang, we researched the three different definitions of K. Use them well and properly. In the older and more violent days of hip-hop, guns were rampant. When you use K, it refers to the famous … Read more

In the world of rap, “ish” is actually very famous. You will hear hip-hop icons like Ice Cube and Childish Gambino use it many times. Do you what to know what it means? Read more below! We have discovered two meanings from our research. The first meaning is that “ish” is a censored substitute for … Read more

Grime was once very popular during the 2000s, especially in London. However, what does it really mean when used in the rap world.  When you refer to “grime,” you actually point to the type of electronic rap music with super-fast beats that originated in England. It is very much similar to the techno music of … Read more

Finesse might mean intricacy and skill, but it might mean different in rap. Let’s find out more in this article.  Many rappers such as Nicki Minaj and Travis Scott have used this term but not in the conventional meaning. When you say finesse in rap, you mean some sort of trickery or cunning to get … Read more

You might have heard the slang “Cypher” from your friends or favorite rappers. Do you think to yourself about what it means or stands for? Is it a code or something? Cypher means an informal gathering or “get together” of rappers for fun and some music-making session. The rappers form a circle and spontaneously freestyle … Read more

You might have heard Jay-Z’s 4:44 or 444 and wondered what it meant. If you want to learn more, you have come to the right place! 444 or 4:44 in rap is claimed to be the opposite of 666 or the devil’s number. 444 is touted as the angel’s number, representing good and a higher … Read more

Different rappers have frequently mentioned the term “hearse,” some even using it as their title. What does hearse mean in rap?   A hearse is a type of car used for a funeral. It is the automobile where a coffin is placed.    When used in rap, it typically means death or bad omens. If … Read more

To be honest, icy and ice are probably some of the most popular rap slang in the world. You will hear it even in your backyard and school playgrounds. But what does it mean, and how do you use it? When researching about “Icy” in rap, you discovered two meanings. The first one is when … Read more

You might be wondering where 1300 came from and what it means in rap. Read below to find out. The term just actually became famous in 2021. 1300 is a Sydney-based rap supergroup that has gained a significant following this year. Riding on the KPop boom, 1300 has been releasing some crazy songs this year … Read more

While listening to some rappers or musicians discussing their work, you might have heard the slang term “Hook.” Do you know what it means? If you want to know, this is the article to read! When talking about rap songs and music in general, a hook is the catchiest and most infectious part. It is … Read more

Finding the meaning of “hard” in rap was very difficult because it was very flexible slang with many meanings. Through our thorough research, we were able to learn three basic definitions, so please read below.  When some rappers say “hard,” they might be saying that something is intense or wild. You may use it this … Read more

You might be surprised to know that the rap slang “303” has three total meanings, some of which you might have heard. Let us learn more about 303’s importance in rap. Firstly, 303 is a callback to the Roland TB-303 Bassline Synthesizer, one of the most recognized synthesizers in the world. The 303 gave birth … Read more

The slang “999” just recently became popular because of its association with Juice Wrld. He was so proud of it that he had it tattooed on his body. Sadly, Juice Wrld passed away in 2019. But what does it mean? We know that 666 is the number of evil, hell, or the devil. When you … Read more

From some rappers, you might have heard them use the llama and find yourself confused. A llama is a fluffy animal, but you know that that is not what they meant. If you want to know more, read below! Llama is actually a euphemistic slang for guns. It is somewhat popular because many famous rappers … Read more

The term “MC” or “emcee” gets thrown around everywhere in the rapping scene, especially when rapping battles or rapping events are involved, but what does it mean? Read more below to know and learn how to use it.  MC is a slang that is short for “Masters of Ceremony.” The term “MC” or “emcee” originated … Read more

Lyrics are the words to a song or rap. But what does lyrical mean? You might have encountered it when talking to rap fans or listening to rappers, so we will teach you what it means and how to use it.  When someone says that you are lyrical, especially when rapping, you are good when … Read more

You might have heard your favorite rappers, basketball players, reporters, and celebs use the “L,” but what do they really mean? To learn what this popular slang, which many people use, means, read more below.  While its origins are hard to pinpoint, it is most likely that L became slang within urban groups. It means … Read more

The slang “Jawn” is actually prevalent, with rap icons like Drake, Meek Mill, and Future, but do you know what it means? Read more below to find out! Jawn actually originates from the residents of Philly or Philadelphia. It is an all-encompassing substitute that may be used for everything ranging from places, names, people, events, … Read more

The term “hood” is one of the most prolific slang in rap, but what does it mean? Let’s define it. The hood is an urban slang that describes the inner cities or ghettos and the people from those areas or dabbles in the urban culture coming from those regions. It originates from the word “hoodlum.” … Read more

Surprisingly, the term “30” has a variety of meanings in the world of rap.  30 may be used to describe a loaded handgun with 30 rounds. This slang primarily originates in the Chicago area. You may hear someone say it like this: “I am always carrying a 30 because I live in a bad neighborhood.” … Read more

You might find yourself wondering what does “4 bars” mean after hearing about it from your rapping friend. Please read this article and let’s find out! While looking at other rap slang with the “bars” term, you might think it is related to a verse or measure in a rap single. However, our research shows … Read more

818 is another area code slang, which is pretty popular in rap. 818 refers to San Fernando Valley in Los Angeles, California. It is also known as “The Valley.” It is considered a wild place because of the constantly hot temperature, variety of people, crazy occurrences, and the presence of both the rich and the … Read more

When listening to rap songs or rapper’s interviews, they might often use the slang “sheet.” You might be wondering what it means? Let’s find out. Based on our online research, a sheet refers to a person’s records. More often, it is used to point out someone’s criminal history or police records. You would often find … Read more

The slang “4” is another term from the police codes often adopted by the rap and urban community. The code “10-4” used by the police in transmissions and communications may mean “message received” or “affirmative. In the vast rap vocabulary, 4 is often a simple affirmative reply. It is an acknowledgment of reception or positive … Read more

When researching the meaning of 12 in rap, it was surprising that this slang is widespread, especially in urban communities. The term originates from the “10-12” police code, which means to standby or stay. What does it mean? 12 is slang for cops, police, or officers. It might be used in a secretive or berating … Read more

To be honest, the slang “1140” is not a very famous term. Researching about it was very difficult due to a lack of references. The best thing we got comes from the rapper Pill. He used it in his mixtape to reference overdosing and drugs.  When used, the term “1140” might refer to any drug … Read more

Did you know that 116 in rap originates from the Bible verse Romans 1:16, which points to recognizing the power of the Gospel and the need to proclaim the Lord’s greatness?    116 may refer to the Christian movement in rap. Instead of using profanity and explicit violence, it is more of a preaching style. … Read more

ABG has recently become a famous slang, especially in rap and urban cultures, but what does it exactly mean? To answer that, we scoured the internet. Based on our findings, ABG generally means “Asian Baby Girl” or “aznbbygirl” for short. What does it allude to exactly? It is a stereotype defined by a specific fashion … Read more

Rappers and people from the urban community are very distinct when it comes to guns. They know a lot about guns and are often referred to as people that carry lots of them. With it, many slangs surrounding guns appear in rap. One of these is “9”. This term comes from the famous 9mm handguns … Read more

Many rappers and hip-hop icons often pay homage to their origins by referencing it as its area code. This was done for Chicago and LA to name a few. 313 is actually the area code for Detroit, Michigan, a place known for its rappers and “difficult” interior. The most famous rapper to use this slang … Read more

This vague rap slang is not very popular and common in the urban community so we had to research hard just to figure out its meanings. As a result, we discovered that 40 bars actually have two meanings.  The first one refers to a place, club, or bar where older men can go to find … Read more

Basically, 21 in rap can mean 2 things so you better read this article thoroughly to know how and when to use it. 21 is a very common rap slang that you might find being used in urban communities or rap singles.  The first meaning of 21 is to refer to someone as an adult. … Read more

King Von, a famous rap artist, single-handedly popularized the use of the term “63rd.” In his songs, he described the 63rd as an unpleasant, nasty, and crooked place since it was his rival block back in Chicago. Nowadays, when you use the term, you would often use it to describe a bad or stupid place … Read more

You might not hear the slang term “ABC” very often but it was once a popular and widely-used word, especially in urban areas. Based on our research, we discovered that it has two meanings. Be careful as one of them is somewhat offensive. The first use of ABC just refers to the basics or fundamentals … Read more

The rap slang “808” has a very interesting origin because of its dual meaning. The older meaning for 808 references the Roland TR-808 Rhythm Composer, a famous electronic music instrument that created most of the distinct synthetic hip-hop sound of the 80s. You might hear it being used like this: “Grandpa has a legit 808 … Read more

Basically, “16” refers to the “16 Bars” slang from our previous entry. 16 is just the same as it references the measures within a rap song or references the actual verse of a rap. It may be used as such: “Lisa’s 16s are the bomb. They have the chill vibe that I love.” Or “You … Read more

Somewhere and somehow, you might have heard 713 from one of your favorite rappers and asked yourself what it means. During our research of the rap slang term “713,” we discovered that it generally had 2 meanings.  The first one is that 713 refers to Houston or H-Town. Some rappers might use it to point … Read more

The rap slang term “44” most likely refers to a handgun or pistol. However, there have been cases where it was used to describe any type of firearm. Did you know that this comes from the .44 caliber rounds that certain handguns use? It is fairly simple slang for a gun. You may use this … Read more

The term “8 bars” is an actual reference to a type of measurement used by famous rap artists like Jay-Z and Eminem. 8 bars might refer to a shortened verse by a rapper that does not require a lengthy lyric to slay or drive hard. 16 bars is the usual measurement for a verse and … Read more

Addy has been on almost every recent rapper’s songs like Chance, Machine Gun Kelly, and Travis Scott. However, they might use it in different ways because this slang has 2 meanings in rap, which we will teach you. Firstly, Addy could be a shortened term for adderall, which is normally an ADHD medication but has … Read more

You might have heard a few famous rappers like 50 Cent use the slang “187” and find yourself confused. We are here to enlighten you about what this slang means and how to use it. First of all, many rappers use police codes in their songs to allude to certain events or actions. “187” is … Read more

“2X” in rap slang can mean two things. It can be used like “4L” where it is used as a shortened version of the phrase “too excessive,” “too excess,” or “too much.” You might hear someone say it like: “The violence in GTA is just 2x, bro.” Another meaning for this slang is simply to … Read more

The slang “2K” is another popular slang that you would find in raps or urban conversations. Due to its usage and different origins, it can be very versatile and used in many ways.  Firstly, you can use it to refer to the 2K series of basketball video games. These are extremely popular and are released … Read more

You might have heard some rappers use the slang “2P” but what does it mean? Based on our research, there are two uses for 2P in rap and urban communities. The first one is “2P” as in Player 2. This comes from video games where there are typically 2 players that can play simultaneously or … Read more

Like the “45” slang in rap, “223” is another reference to a gun or weapon. More specifically, the “223” comes from the .223 caliber bullets that are used in the very infamous AK47 machine gun. 223 is used to refer to any dangerous and powerful machine weapon. For example: “You better not be keeping 223s … Read more

“16 bars” is a very familiar slang for rappers and hip-hop artists. Technically speaking, it refers to the 16 measures used in the making of music. However, the “16 bars” term has been very much simplified in rap and simply implies a verse or chorus inside a rap song.  For example: “Eminem’s 16 bars are … Read more

211 is a very notorious slang in rap. Almost everyone is familiar with it because of its association and common occurrence with urban communities. But first, let us discuss where it comes from. Police codes are used often to quickly denote what is happening and what type of crime is occurring. 211 is one of … Read more

You might have heard of 213, a hip-hop supergroup that was formed by Snoop Dogg and his crew. But do you know where it came from? I’m sure you didn’t unless you are familiar with the rap scene in LA. 213 comes from LA’s original telephone area code. When you use it, you refer to … Read more

For the most part, 23 has a very confusing origin and usage. It is often considered to be a great number with different meanings and symbolism. It can be used to denote something amazing like when Michael Jordan wore the number 23. It can also mean something that is plenty like how Miley Cyrus used … Read more

The popular slang 1738 is pretty much associated with Fetty Wap, a famous rapper. He cryptically used it in his popular song, “Trap Queen”  Its origins are very similar to the previous slang “1942.” It is a type of luxury cognac or distilled spirit produced by Remy Martin. It commemorates King Louis XV. 1738 is … Read more

1942 was probably best known as the title of a rap song performed by G-Eazy that appeared on multiple billboard charts. Have you ever wondered what this slang means and where it comes from?  Simply put, the slang term “1942” comes from the tequila, Don Julio 1942. It is a luxurious alcoholic product that is … Read more

While some of you might have heard the term “4X” in rap, I think many are unaware of the origin and actual use case of this slang. It acts similarly to the “4L” rap slang.  It primarily stands for the phrase “for example.” You may use it like: “You should always respect people because you … Read more

The slang “5000” in rap and urban culture has a fascinating origin. It comes from the popular Audi 5000 of the 70s and 80s. Especially during the 80s, the Audi 5000 become one of the best-known cars all over the world. Later on, people would use the term as a means of saying “I’m going … Read more

The slang term “45” potentially originates from 0.45 mm bullets or the 0.45 caliber of guns. This slang is usually used in the urban setting and among rap fanatics when referring to any gun. It can be used like: Mikey is a big fan of the 45s. He has different types in his gun room. … Read more

The usage of the term “6” in rap was mainly because of Drake. 6 refers to Toronto, Canada, which is Drake’s home turf. The exact origins of it are still unknown, but it has been connected to the area phone numbers and the number of localities in Toronto. One might say: The 6 won the … Read more

Aftermath, in rap, primarily refers to the legendary record label founded by Dr. Dre. Aftermath would later be the home of several hip-hop icons like Kendrick Lamar, Eminem, and others. Others might use like: You should be scouted by Aftermath. Your rapping skills are slick! Some might use it as a slang that indicates some … Read more

The term “60s” is a popular slang with varied meanings within the rap community and urban culture. Firstly, the 60s or sixties may refer to the period of counterculture in which free sex and drugs were rampant. It was a decade marked by rock and roll, hippie culture, and rebellion. One might use it by: … Read more

4L is a slang term in rap that comes from the phrase “for life.” It means “until death” or “for the rest of my life.” It is a simple contraction, simplification, or corruption of the aforementioned idiomatic expression. It can be used as: Mark is set 4L after getting in Bitcoin early. The term was … Read more