Backwards
1st Infantry Lyrics


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[Intro: Havoc]
Right there, yeah.. spin that back
Yeah.. uhhh.. straight out the lab
Chemistry made.. you know, yo

[Verse One: Havoc]
I don't wanna web
I just wanna chill but gettin still gettin confronted by ice grills
They learn when I hit 'em with, heat and conspicious
Stunt, just a little bit - start, we gonna finish this shit
You little niggaz runnin round snot nose
I laugh with a cold grin I dead you wanna pose
You fuckin with a nigga who done been through the bullshit
Niggaz die masabi, close friends turn to grimy
Wifey, bonin associates, hate a simple bitch
Add it all together: you know who you fucking wit
A nigga who can give a fuck when he broke
Give a fuck what he tote, got the drop then blow
You's a scared nigga tryna live
Yellow back 'n shit
You's a real good actor, your click actresses
Fact is, niggaz lose stripes for tryna match this
Havoc's a total package, knock a nigga of his axis

[Hook: Havoc] [2x]
Twist ya cap backwards, real niggaz handle
Beef, then it's on dunn, lick off if I have to
Niggaz scream gangsta, real niggaz play low
Play in the back, but fuck around and get smacked yo

[Verse 2: Prodigy]
Yo dunn I love it when these niggaz think it's somethin sweet wit P
Love it when people doubt me
Love it when you niggaz write songs about me, I love confrontation
Love it when a nigga that don't rap, he hatin
I love it when they think it's only a song I'm fakin
I love to see they face when my gun bangin
And I would love for us to bump it to each other on a humble
Your niggaz is stabbin, my niggaz'll buck you
Y'all niggaz is flaggin, yeah we got one too
Infamous, I heard you screamin our name, whatup with you?
Let me explain something, we the world's most
Y'all rap niggaz, we do this shit for real though listen
I knock ya hustle down kid
You's a fall to the next nigga, I murder you bitch
I would love to watch you bleed and take ya last breath
Give you pain, and let you get acquainted with death
Boy I.

[Hook: Havoc] [2x]
Twist ya cap backwards, real niggaz handle
Beef when it's on dunn, lick off if I have to




Niggaz scream gangsta, real niggaz play low
Play in the back, but fuck around and get smacked yo

Overall Meaning

The song "Backwards" by 1st Infantry features Havoc and Prodigy from Mobb Deep, two legendary New York-based rappers who are known for their gritty and dark lyrical styles. The song has a menacing tone that matches the harsh realities of urban life that the rappers depict.


Havoc starts the song by expressing his desire to live a peaceful life while also acknowledging that he can't avoid confrontations with people who give him "ice grills." He uses his lyrical skills to intimidate those who cross his path and warn them of the consequences of messing with him. He asserts his dominance over the younger generation of rappers who he sees as inferior and not worthy of his attention. He also highlights the ephemeral nature of loyalty in the music industry, where associates and friends can turn on you in a heartbeat.


Prodigy picks up where Havoc left off by sounding off against people who doubt his rap skills and use his name to gain clout. He relishes the idea of confronting his enemies in person and putting them in their place. He accuses them of being fake and "flagging," meaning that they're not truly representing their gang or crew. He emphasizes his group's status as the "world's most" (likely the most gangster or the most respected), and taunts those who dare to challenge them. He concludes with a chilling line about his willingness to cause physical harm to his opponents and relish in their pain.


Overall, "Backwards" is a raw and unfiltered rap song that showcases the bravado and aggression that Mobb Deep is known for. The lyrics are full of bravado and threats, but they also shed light on the harsh realities of urban life and the dog-eat-dog nature of the music industry.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't wanna web
I don't want to get caught up in drama or trouble


I just wanna chill but gettin still gettin confronted by ice grills
I want to relax but I constantly face hostile looks from others


They learn when I hit 'em with, heat and conspicious
My enemies will regret confronting me when I retaliate with violence


Stunt, just a little bit - start, we gonna finish this shit
If anyone tries to challenge me, I'll end the conflict quickly and decisively


You little niggaz runnin round snot nose
I see these young people as inexperienced and immature


I laugh with a cold grin I dead you wanna pose
I mock those who attempt to confront me because I know I can defeat them


You fuckin with a nigga who done been through the bullshit
I've gone through tough times and know how to handle myself in tough situations


Niggaz die masabi, close friends turn to grimy
Some people will betray you and even close friends can become enemies


Wifey, bonin associates, hate a simple bitch
Women will cheat with people they shouldn't and can become jealous of others


Add it all together: you know who you fucking wit
Overall, I'm not someone to mess with


A nigga who can give a fuck when he broke
I don't care about money or material possessions


Give a fuck what he tote, got the drop then blow
I don't care about weapons, but will use them if necessary


You's a scared nigga tryna live
You're a coward who's trying to survive


Yellow back 'n shit
You're weak and untrustworthy


You's a real good actor, your click actresses
You pretend to be tough, but your friends are even weaker than you


Fact is, niggaz lose stripes for tryna match this
People who try to compete with me will only lose credibility


Havoc's a total package, knock a nigga of his axis
I'm the complete package and can easily knock someone off balance


Twist ya cap backwards, real niggaz handle
Real men know how to handle themselves in any situation


Beef, then it's on dunn, lick off if I have to
If there's a problem, I won't hesitate to use violence


Niggaz scream gangsta, real niggaz play low
People who pretend to be gangsters are usually the weakest of all


Play in the back, but fuck around and get smacked yo
Stay in your place, or you'll get smacked down


Yo dunn I love it when these niggaz think it's somethin sweet wit P
I enjoy it when people underestimate me and think they can take advantage of me


Love it when people doubt me
I take pleasure in proving people wrong


Love it when you niggaz write songs about me, I love confrontation
I enjoy when people try to challenge me or stir up drama


Love it when a nigga that don't rap, he hatin
I'm amused by people who aren't talented or successful and still feel the need to hate on me


I love it when they think it's only a song I'm fakin
I enjoy when people think I'm not serious and then I prove them wrong


I love to see they face when my gun bangin
I take pleasure in seeing my enemies afraid when I use violence


And I would love for us to bump it to each other on a humble
I'd be happy to run into someone I have beef with and try to resolve things peacefully


Your niggaz is stabbin, my niggaz'll buck you
Your friends use knives, mine use guns


Y'all niggaz is flaggin, yeah we got one too
I'm calling out other people for carrying guns, but my group does too.


Infamous, I heard you screamin our name, whatup with you?
I've heard someone talking about me and my group, what's their problem?


Let me explain something, we the world's most
I want to clarify that we are one of the best groups in the world


Y'all rap niggaz, we do this shit for real though listen
Other rappers pretend to be gangster, but we really do live this life


I knock ya hustle down kid
I will ruin your business or livelihood


You's a fall to the next nigga, I murder you bitch
If you can't handle the pressure, someone else will take your place. And if you cross me, I will kill you


I would love to watch you bleed and take ya last breath
I take pleasure in seeing my enemies suffer and die


Give you pain, and let you get acquainted with death
I want my enemies to experience pain and understand the finality of death


Boy I.
I'm done talking.




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Written by: ALAN MAMAN, ALBERT JOHNSON, KEJUAN MUCHITA

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