Gangsta's Paradise

Double Up

Lauren

Nip had asked me to be in his video for an upcoming song called "Double Up." Of course I've heard it and I love it. Nip's swag on tracks is just wavy. He told me he wanted it to be done like a short film and he wanted Jackie to be in it. Of course his ass jumped at the chance. He loves Nip.
Nipsey actually had shows back to back for the past week so I haven't really seen him much. Emani has been with Nip's mom because legally, Nip doesn't have custody yet and it's a way to remain respectful to her mother. I just dropped Cam off to school and I'm getting ready so me and Jackie can go eat breakfast and meet Nip on set. We're filming in two locations today.
I called Jackie to let him know I am on my way. His ass will have you waiting forever if you don't give him at least a 30 minute warning. I went and knocked on his door and his girlfriend Angel opened it. We hugged and chatted while Jack got ready.

"Lauren, long time no see sis!"
"Boy, you saw me a few weeks ago!"
"Yeah, but we didn't talk. What's good with you?"
"Nothing much. I've been filming and being a mother."
"And a girlfriend. I can't believe you got Nipsey Hussle."
"Don't sound so shocked. I just might take offense."
"None given girl. Alright baby, I'll be back."
"Bye babe. See you later Lauren!"
"Bye Angel girl!"

Me and Jackie got back into my car and headed to a nice little place we always went to. Jackie and I developed a really cool friendship after "ATL." We all did honestly but Jackie and I actually live in the same city for now. So we hung out whenever we could. It also helps that sometimes we get the same gigs.

"So how's the new movie coming along?"
"It's good. Trey is in it too."
"Damn! How that working out?"
"I mean, not too bad. He's been minding his business and I've been minding mine."
"You know he did an interview about you?"
"No! Really, what the fuck did he say?"
"Talking about he's only been in love twice and this new album is about how he fucked up. He even admitted that it was you."
"Trey doesn't know the meaning of love. He's a little boy in a grown man's body that can't think with the right head."
"Damn Girl. So if he came correct at you, would you take him back?"
"Absolutely not. It's too late for him or anybody really."
"Ayyyyeee! That boy Nipsey Hussle got her hooked!"
"Shut up Jack! But he's everything I've always wanted in a man! Fine! Sweet! Hood as hell but intelligent..."
"Sounds legit to me. You know I've always liked the music and he seems like a chill dude."
"He's amazing Jackie. I honestly can't see myself with anyone else but him."

I thought about that for a minute and I know it's true. To go from a guy like Nipsey to someone else is just a thought that I can't process. I've NEVER felt like this before about anybody. He makes me feel at peace and calm. And sooo protected. I love how I'm able to be myself around him. We are goofy as hell but I never feel self conscious about it.
After we finished eating, I texted Nip that Jackie and I were on our way. He told me to come on through and they'd brief us on what the video is about and everything else when we get there. Jackie and I drove to the spot with music blaring and we laughed and sung the whole way. He's honestly like another brother to me.
When I pulled up, Nip was already waiting for us. He walked up and opened my door for me, holding out his hand to help me out. I grinned as he pulled me to him and kissed all up on me. He looked so damn good. He's been growing out his beard for a few months now and it looked amazing on him. I grabbed it and gently pulled it, let my fingers run through it.

"You like that huh?"
"Hell yeah, it's sexy as fuck."
"Damn Boog! Don't start no shit yo ass can't finish!"
"Who said I can't?"
"Oh hell naw! Lauren man, I ain't trying to hear that shit!"
"Shut up Jackie!"

I shot him a bird before introducing him to Nip. They actually hit it off and started talking 'bout some of everything. As they walked and talked, I walked behind Nip taking a look at everything. The location is a big, nice ass house on top of a hill, overlooking the city. The view is amazing! Just as I was getting lost in the view, a few of the models came out of the house. Some of them looked at me, rolling their eyes. I smirked back at them. Hoes in this industry can be so delusional. I ain't the issue babygirl.
Nip came back up to me and stood behind me, looking at what I was looking at. He placed his hands on my shoulders.

"Shit beautiful ain't it?"
"It really is. I bet the sunrises and sunsets are amazing up here."
"If you could pick your dream spot, where would it be and what would you want?"
"You mean like a house or..."
"Yeah, a house nigga. Long-term type shit."
"Mmm. Well, I definitely want it somewhere where it has some type of view. Like this or next to a beach or something."
"I can deal with this. I don't know 'bout no beach shit."
"What's wrong with the beach?"
"Nothing. I just wouldn't want to live that close to water or where people could just walk up on the property. I like shit off in the cut."
"Haha! I'm not surprised. But as far as how it looks... I want like a five bed-room, 2 and a half bath home. With open floor plans and I want to start from scratch."
"So you wanna do a lot of work and shit to it?"
"Yeah, I want it to feel like home. Me and whoever I'm living with, I want us to design it from top to bottom."
"Well nigga, I'm whoever! The fuck you talking about."

I smiled and kissed him as he held me. We talked a little bit more before the director called for everyone to meet. I was going to sit by Nip, but he pulled me into his lap. I smiled looked at him. He winked at me and I felt something run through me. Why this man gotta be so damn fine?! I just wanna stare at him all day and take him in. Ya girl done fell hard for a thug.