G Herbo’s song “Reason” from the album Lil Herb is a hard-hitting and deeply personal track that reflects on the struggles and triumphs of his journey. In it, G Herbo takes ownership of his influence and the impact he’s had on the streets, the rap game, and the lives around him. He chronicles his rise from challenging beginnings, detailing how his perseverance and lifestyle shaped not only his success but that of many others who came up watching and learning from him.
The lyrics paint a vivid picture of G Herbo’s life—from rocking expensive jewels and luxury cars as a teenager to handling threats in his environment by staying ready and focused. He claims the role of a trailblazer who showed other young people how to navigate their realities, often with a no-nonsense attitude. In the chorus, he repeatedly states, “I’m the reason,” taking credit for the current generation’s paths, whether it’s those trying to rap or others who got rich and left their old neighborhoods but still return.
Verse two reveals a more reflective side, as he talks about loyalty, losses, and his fight to support his family while facing legal battles and nightmares. The pain of losing close friends and partners fuels his drive—he honors those memories and carries forward their legacy by staying solid and focused on success.
“Reason” stands out as a bold anthem of resilience and leadership. It’s a declaration of G Herbo’s position in the rap and street worlds, showing both his hardened experience and emotional depth. This track is a reminder of the complex realities behind the artist’s life, balancing street credibility with personal growth and responsibility.
Dive into the Reason lyrics below and explore the raw, unapologetic narrative G Herbo presents. Don’t miss the rest of Lil Herb for more insight into his journey and voice.
| Lead Vocals | G Herbo |
| Songwriter | G Herbo |
| Music Producer | Farmer, Don Cannon & Lyle Leduff |
| Label | Machine Entertainment Group & Republic Records |
| Distributor | Universal Music Group |
| Release Date | September 17, 2025 |
| Song Language | English |
| Copyright © | Machine Entertainment Group & Republic Records |
Lyrics of Reason by G Herbo
[Intro]
Yeah
Uh
You Already Know It’s Me, Man, The Big G
I Was Sixteen, Pullin’ Up With Foreign Whips And Shit, Poppin’ Out On My Block
Hundred Thousand In Jewels On
Ten Thousand In My Pockets, Both Pockets, Man
Two-thousand-dollar Fits, I Swear To God
This Back Then, Way Back When
We Showed You Niggas How To Do This Shit, Man
We Been Flexin’ ’round The City
Gettin’ All The Bad B**ches, Havin’ Motion, Doin’ What We Wanted
And We Was Steppers, We Showed You Niggas Not To Play With Us, For Real
Look
I’m The Reason
I’m The Reason
I’m The Reason
[Verse 1]
I’m The Reason Niggas Rap About They Set
I Was The First One To Put My Dead Mans Around My Neck, All Baguettes
I Was Puttin’ Work In ’round The Clock, Ain’t Get No F**king Rest
When We Saw Threats On The Internet, We Put Opps To The Test
If His Head Worth Some Money, Got A Youngin, Come Collect
Never Fumble On No Hit, They Hop Out Broad Day, Come Correct
Let The Clip Off, Now They Runnin’, Handgun Hit Like A Tec
But I Told Them F**k The Streets, You Better Get That F**king Check, Nigga
Cut That Weight Off Me, Now I’m Right Back In Full Effect
Tell Me How You Hatin’ On Me And I’m The Reason You Got Respect, Nigga
I Ain’t Trippin’, I Stuff Hollow Tips All In My Vek
I Stay Ready To Make A Mess, 7.62 Rip That Vest, Nigga
I’m A Dog Off The Leash, Won’t End Up In No Vet
I’m A Lamb’, ‘rari, New Mclaren, Nigga, I Ain’t No ‘vette Whipper
Ball With Me, Check
They Ain’t See Me Next
Got These Suckers Stressed
Everything Vs, Yes
[Chorus]
It’s My Season
They Ain’t Believe Me
Watch Your Mouth, You Bleed For That, I’m The Reason Niggas Check
I’m The Reason They Get Rich And Leave They Block, But Still Go Back
I’m The Reason All These Young Niggas Tryin’ To Rap, Want To Catch A Hat
I’m The Reason For Them Blessings, I’m The Reason My B**ch Flexin’
Your B**ch Sendin’ Paragraphs And I’m The Reason Why She Textin’
Everybody Got A Bag, And I’m The Reason In My Section
I’m The Reason They Don’t Come Outside, We Taught They Ass A Lesson, Uh
[Verse 2]
Pull Maybachs In
Nigga, My Whole Team Winnin’ Like The Pac-10
Broski Get A Hundred Sold As Soon As The Pack Land
Rockin’ Yellow Rose Gold, My Diamonds African
I Got Rich White Money, But I’m A Black Man
Flow Dope, I Got ’em Hooked Just Like The Crack Gen
Up That Forty, Now They Shook, Can’t Take Back What They Said
Every Nigga Diss My Brother In The ‘raq, They Dead
Bullets Tap They Head, Yeah
I Was Fightin’ A Fed Case, But I Did Not Go Fed
Pay My Lawyer Bread, Then Went And Tuck My Kids In Bed
I’m Still Havin’ Nightmares, I Wake Up Seein’ Red
Think Back, If It Weren’t For Rap, Where Would I Be Instead?
Probably
Probably Jail, Probably, Probably Dead, Probably
I Take Care Of My Mama, I’m The Man, Charlie
Yellin, “Free My Partners,” My Boy Kept It Solid
Took His Time, He Comin’ Home Even Though He Got Ten Bodies
[Chorus]
It’s My Season
They Ain’t Believe Me
Watch Your Mouth, You Bleed For That, I’m The Reason Niggas Check
I’m The Reason They Get Rich And Leave They Block, But Still Go Back
I’m The Reason All These Young Niggas Tryin’ To Rap, Want To Catch A Hat
I’m The Reason For Them Blessings, I’m The Reason My B**ch Flexin’
Your B**ch Sendin’ Paragraphs And I’m The Reason Why She Textin’
Everybody Got A Bag, And I’m The Reason In My Section
I’m The Reason They Don’t Come Outside, We Taught They Ass A Lesson, Uh
[Outro]
I’m The Reason
I’m The Reason
I’m The Reason
I’m The Reason
I’m The Reason
I’m The Reason
I’m The Reason
(Cannon, Cannon Went Crazy)
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