DEFINITION
GAME
Hustle Game, Street Game, Spit Game, Run Game, Gamed Up, Pimp Game
Definition:
1. Knowledge and skills that are used to succeed in street life and life in general. It is a mindset that focuses on strategy, psychology, critical thinking, and awareness.
2. The fundamentals of the streets
3. The ability to use intellect, charm, communication, and influence to reach your desired outcome (Especially in the area of dating)
4. Sometimes a form of manipulation
5. A particular area of business or interest
Note:
“The Game” also refers to the “The drug game”, which is the lifestyle of selling drugs
HISTORY
Early Use
"I'm spitting that game"
— Sir Mix-A-Lot

Artist: Sir Mix-A-Lot
Song: I Got Game
Album: Seminar
Year: 1989
Definition Use
"God gave me game so I'm hustling"
— 2Pac

Artist: MC Breed feat. 2pac
Song: Gotta Get Mine
Album: The New Breed
Year: 1993
Popular Use
"I transfer the game into rhymes"
— Too Short

Artist: E-40 feat. Too Short, K-Ci
Song: Rappers' Ball
Album: Tha Hall Of Game
Year: 1996

