Rick Ross- Rich Is | Gangsta

"Rich Is Gangsta" is the high-octane opening track of Rick Ross's 2014 album, Mastermind , produced by Black Metaphor with additional production from Diddy. The song serves as a manifesto for the "young black executive," detailing the transition from street-level hustling to global mogul status. Lyrical Themes & Analysis

The track is built on a grand, cinematic instrumental featuring soulful samples and booming percussion, designed to establish the luxury-rap aesthetic of the Mastermind era. According to Dork, the song's credits include Alan Gorrie and Hamish Stuart, indicating a sample from the Average White Band. Rick Ross- Rich is Gangsta

: He highlights his business evolution, mentioning his "bigger piece" (jewelry) and his "new president" (watch) while contrasting his lifestyle with those still "smoking weed on a car chase". "Rich Is Gangsta" is the high-octane opening track

: The lyrics blend street grit with spiritual gratitude, such as watching a peer pray five times a day who "used to move the yay". According to Dork, the song's credits include Alan

Watch the official visual for 'Rich Is Gangsta' to see Ross's cinematic portrayal of his 'Mastermind' persona: Rick Ross - Rich Is Gangsta RickRossVEVO YouTube• May 21, 2014 Key Tracks & Performances