Lifer Definition

lifer
noun
  1. a prisoner serving a term of life imprisonment

"Lifer" in song lyrics

See how lifer is used in real songs:

  • "Got nothin' to lose so I'm-a do like a lifer"
    Cru f/ Ras Kass — The Ebonic Plague
  • "Hoping I cross lines cause I'm a lifer"
    MF Grimm — See No Evil
  • "With indiscreet timing, M.I.C. lifer"
    MF Grimm f/ Bashton the Invisible Man, Lord Smog — Tonight's Show

Usage tips for "lifer"

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