lots of props. sent through a messenger, such as the radio or a friend
while I'm on the air, big ups to my hoes in long beach
big ups to mom!
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massive props to someone you respek.
Big Ups for hitting that ass man.
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Word means to applause some one on a good doing, to congratulate them.
"bruv big up Jerome, his lyrics are phat innit!"
"big up to all these homies in da hood, dis party is heavy"
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To be used as an exclamation of a noteworthy, celebratory, achievement, or other positive event. The volume, intensity and non-verbal cues used can be indexed to identify the level of accomplishment.
Example 1: two friends talking
Friend 1: man I've got great news: I've got a girlfriend now!
Friend 2: "jumps up from seated position, arms thrown in air, loudly yells" "BIG UPS!!!"
Example 2: waiting on a notification for food delivery
Food orderer: "alright food is on its way"
Hungry friend: "good deal. Big ups" ( not yelled loudly, the friend's tone or voice is at a normal conversation volume
An exclamatory term usually proclaimed for a positive, surprising, or celebratory event. The volume at which it's said, any additional adjectives or sentence enhancers, or duration determines the level in its hierarchical context.
Friend: "Man, I just broke up with my ball and chain girlfriend today"
You: "Big Ups man!! You're free again, let's go find some ass to help you out!!"
A phrase mainly used to express respect or approval
Connor: Are we gonna party this weekend?
Seabass: Hell yeah we are!!
Josh: We even got the CAPRI SUNS!!!!!
Joe: Ayy!! Big Ups Mate!!