Ross opens with the line, "They say money is power. And if that's the case, we got millions of power," establishing the "Boss" persona that would define the rest of the album.
He touches on the harsh realities of street life, such as the cycle of felonies that prevent growth and tragic stories of betrayal where "the killer was fuckin' his sister". Rick Ross - Deeper Than Rap (Lost Intro)
The intro serves as a verbal shield against the mounting pressure Ross faced at the time, particularly his highly publicized feud with 50 Cent and the controversy surrounding his past as a correctional officer. Historical and Artistic Significance Ross opens with the line, "They say money is power