: He pays homage to Hip-Hop history with a "Jam Master Jay" reference and likens his estate's security and elevators to Tony Montana's in Scarface . Production & Composition

: Celebrating the 20th anniversary of his debut, Ross is performing orchestral arrangements of his hits, including tracks from Port of Miami , at venues like the James L. Knight Center. 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

: 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".

: The song was prominently featured in a visual reel for the album, often accompanied by motivational spoken-word segments about using the "capital of other people" to achieve success.

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.

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

: Ross opens with a warning about loyalty, stating that a loyal partner is "priceless" and must be properly compensated to avoid betrayal.