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A photo of Omar Little with the quote: "You come at the king, you best not miss." | Source: facebook.com/TheWire
A photo of Omar Little with the quote: "You come at the king, you best not miss." | Source: facebook.com/TheWire

32 Omar Little Quotes: 'The Wire' Series' Intimidation Maestro

Christell Fatima M. Tudtud
Jun 05, 2023
08:00 P.M.
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Omar from the hit crime drama "The Wire" wielded sheer awesomeness and unparalleled prowess, leaving audiences speechless. Here are 32 quotes that embody Omar's captivating reign on the show.

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Omar Little, known for his audacious acts of relieving individuals of their illegal possessions, commanded respect through an unexpected moral code, blending integrity with a rebellious attitude and making him a truly unique character in "The Wire."

"The Wire" is a series that aired from 2002 to 2008, delving into the lives of individuals in Baltimore engaged in activities that endangered their community and attracted the attention of law enforcement.

Even after the untimely death of the late Michael K. Williams in 2021, Omar's legacy thrives, leaving an indelible impression on the series. Reminisce about his unwavering courage in the face of danger and immerse yourself in his enigmatic presence through the quotes below.

Omar's quote: "He ain't man enough to come down to the street with Omar." | Source: facebook.com/TheWire

Omar's quote: "He ain't man enough to come down to the street with Omar." | Source: facebook.com/TheWire

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Omar's Quotes from 'The Wire' That Are Intimidating

"But the game is out there, and it's either play or get played." — Omar

"A man gotta have a code." — Omar

"Worrying about you is like wonderin' if the sun gonna come up." — Omar

"I suppose we could. Or settle this once and forever." — Omar

"Shoot, I done lost count. Enough, though, not to take it personal." — Omar

Omar's quote: "So you gonna rob me now? I need to remind you who I am?" | Source: facebook.com/TheWire

Omar's quote: "So you gonna rob me now? I need to remind you who I am?" | Source: facebook.com/TheWire

"Omar don't scare." — Omar

"Spread the word, darlin'. Omar back." — Omar

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"How you expect to run with the wolves come night when you spend all day sparring with puppies?" — Omar

"Sometimes who you are is enough." — Omar

"Boy, you got me confused with a man who repeats himself." — Omar

Omar's quote: "Man gotta live what he know, right." | Source: facebook.com/TheWire

Omar's quote: "Man gotta live what he know, right." | Source: facebook.com/TheWire

"And I keeps one in the chamber in case you pondering." — Omar

"Man, money ain't got no owners, only spenders." — Omar

"It's all in the game, yo." — Omar

"You come at the king, you best not miss." — Omar

Omar's Quotes and the Cast That Brought the Fire in 'The Wire'

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"Lawyer: why should we believe your testimony, then why believe anything you say?

Omar: it's up to y'all, really.

Lawyer: You say you aren't here testifying against the defendant because of any deal you made with [the] police.

Omar: true that." — "The Wire"

Omar's quote: "Rats always run to holes in times of danger." | Source: facebook.com/TheWire

Omar's quote: "Rats always run to holes in times of danger." | Source: facebook.com/TheWire

"Bunk: Your message said you'd be here…still kind of thought it'd be one of your minions showed up in the flesh.

Omar: You're calling some of my paper's paper.

Bunk: How's this working? Doing what a man is supposed to do.

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Omar: I know you've been busy caught some talk from them young men you rousted over there on the west side." — "The Wire"

"Bunk: Okay, I could just pull up that other girl from your squad.

Omar: She ain't gonna talk to you. Ain't nobody gonna talk to you. I just came here to make that clear, man.

Bunk: Ain't no thing, cause I already got me an eyeball wit…

Omar: You do..." — "The Wire"

Omar's quote: "It ain't what you taking, it's who you taking it from." | Source: facebook.com/TheWire

Omar's quote: "It ain't what you taking, it's who you taking it from." | Source: facebook.com/TheWire

"Brother Mouzone: Walther PPK, .380, double action.

Omar: Hear them Walthers like to jump some.

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Brother Mouzone: As will you, with one in your elbow.

Omar" That gun ain't got enough firepower to make my joint useless. It definitely won't stop me from emptyin' out half my mag." — "The Wire"

"Brother Mouzone: I want to ask you something... brother.

Omar : Omar listenin." — "The Wire"

"Brother Mouzone: Is there an alley entrance?

Omar: Boarded up on both sides. We gonna have to go through the front.

Brother Mouzone: That's a change for you, isn't it?" — "The Wire"

Omar's quote: "Man, money ain't got no owners, only spenders." | Source: facebook.com/TheWire

Omar's quote: "Man, money ain't got no owners, only spenders." | Source: facebook.com/TheWire

"Ilene: And what is your occupation?

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Omar: Occupation?

Ilene: What exactly do you do for a living, Mr. Little?

Omar: I rip and run." — "The Wire"

"Omar: They looking at something. Tell boxer he's been paid back for what he did to my peoples, that's what his product well…

Stringer Bell: I don't know nobody called box, don't be...Man, I'm talking about can't heavy taking like that. I won't do."

Omar: "Jump told me some cash, then we'll see...five or ten thousand. Yeah, I mean, from our time it holds..." — "The Wire"

Omar's quote: "Omar don't scare." | Source: facebook.com/TheWire

Omar's quote: "Omar don't scare." | Source: facebook.com/TheWire

Omar's Powerful Quotes from 'The Wire'

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"It ain't what you taking, it's who you taking it from." — Omar

"Rats always run to holes in times of danger." — Omar

"You still don't get it, do you? This ain't about your money, bro. Your boy gave you up. That's right.." — Omar

"Man gotta live what he know, right." — Omar

"So you gonna rob me now? I need to remind you who I am?" — Omar

"Oh, I will move slow. But I ain't tossin' nothin'... Bow Tie. So whatever you gonna do, you might as well go ahead and make it quick. I knew you'd come back." — Omar

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"Worryin' about you be like wonderin' if the sun gonna come up. Ain't about to wild out over it. What I wanna know is how you find me." — Omar

"Tonight I do. And I keep one in the chamber, in case you ponderin'. Nice showpiece you got there." — Omar

Omar's quote: "A man gotta have a code." | Source: facebook.com/TheWire

Omar's quote: "A man gotta have a code." | Source: facebook.com/TheWire

"This range? And this caliber? Even if I miss, I can't miss." — Omar

"He ain't man enough to come down to the street with Omar." — Omar

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Omar's quote: "But the game is out there, and it's either play or get played." | Source: facebook.com/TheWire

Omar's quote: "But the game is out there, and it's either play or get played." | Source: facebook.com/TheWire

Omar's character imparts valuable lessons about the significance of integrity and remaining faithful to one's personal code, even in challenging circumstances. His fearlessness and rebellious demeanor serve as a powerful reminder to uphold our beliefs and principles, regardless of the risks involved.

In addition to Williams' remarkable portrayal, "The Wire" boasted a talented cast that included Idris Elba, Michael B. Jordan, Lance Reddick, and Dominic West.

Similar to Omar's captivating and cunning character, Frank Castle, portrayed by actor Jon Bernthal, left fans enthralled with his unique perspective on life, as reflected in his memorable quotes.

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