I got the key to the game, they tried to lock me out

from J. Cole – Sideline Story Lyrics on Rap Genius

Meaning

Cole is what the game needs, despite what his haters may say to keep him down and out

This continues the basketball reference from the previous line because the NBA is currently locked out from playing and there will be no 2011-2012 season!

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