They first appeared on the rap scene with their 1993 album Comin' Out Hard. The album was successful commercially as well as critically and established the group as a prominent act in the then emerging Southern Rap scene. Their subsequent albums in the 1990s including 1994's On the Outside Looking In, and 1995's On Top of the World cemented their status as some of the South's best rappers. On Top of the World was particularly succeessful, peaking at #8 on the Billboard Hot 200 and being certified Gold. After those albums both 8Ball & MJG released solo albums, first MJG's No More Glory in 1997 and then 8Ball's Lost in 1998. They reunited in 1999 to release their fourth album as a group, titled In Our Lifetime, Vol. 1
For their later releases they signed with Bad Boy Records. Their first album for Bad Boy Records, Living Legends, was certified Gold by the RIAA. Their second album on Bad Boy Records was titled Ridin High and was released in March 2007.
Commercially one of the high points of 8Ball & MJG's career was their being featured on Three 6 Mafia's hit song "Stay Fly" in 2005. That song peaked at #13 on the Billboard Hot 100, which is the biggest hit of Three 6 Mafia's career and the biggest hit for 8Ball & MJG. The song was a collaboration between two of the most successful rap groups from the state of Tennessee, where Three 6 Mafia also hail from.
Today 8Ball and MJG also head their own record labels. 8Ball heads 8 Ways Entertainment (distributed by Koch Entertainment), while MJG heads MJG Muzik. On their label are the young, up and coming Memphis duo, Da Volunteers, who are widely known throughout the Southern United States for their 2006 single, "What's Yo Favorite Color?", which glorifies their neighborhood of Orange Mound.
In September 2007, 8Ball and MJG signed deals in Sacramento, CA with Real Talk Entertainment 8Ball released a group album with E.D.I of the Outlawz entitled Doin' It Big on April 1, 2008 and MJG released a solo album entitled Pimp Tight on April 29, 2008.
In June 2008 the group announced that they have officially signed onto T.I.'s record label Grand Hustle.
Pimps
8Ball & MJG Lyrics
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'Cause here I come
It's eight bizall got the remedy
Dr. Green's sticky got the cure for me
Pimp tight, I'm so tight
Takin flight like a kite
When the wind blows
Creepin in my Timbo's
Fuck being your boyfriend girl I want to hit the boot's
Jump, deep in that rump, and then I got a flat bitch
You should've known how a real nigga act
That's, why I be, about my P's and Q's
'cause hoe's end up being bad news
Find em, fuck em, split em, forget em
Let the hoe go, so the next Joe can hit em
Real about this playa shit, Suave came deeper than the ocean
Lip on hay, hit me wit the potion, floatin
Cloud nine is beneath me
Niggas can't see Eightball and MJ fuckin G
Dope, like a cake, fake, niggas get the
Fuckin wit' the,
Don't be the next one to get done and find
You can't fade a pimp in his own fuckin rhyme
Pimp, in my own, fuckin rhyme
Pimp in my own fuckin rhyme yes I'm
A pimp, in my own, fuckin rhyme
Pimp in my own fuckin rhyme yes I'm
A pimp, in my own, fuckin rhyme
Pimp in my own fuckin rhyme yes I'm
A pimp, in my own, fuckin rhyme
Pimp in my own fuckin rhyme yes I'm
These bitches be poppin game, and wearin they niggas clothes
Scandalous, groupie, big choosy, booty outrageous hoes
Bitches and backrubs
Bubblin bathtubs
Luxury hotels
Executive strip clubs
A natural born break-a-bitch scholar, holla if ya hear me
Step on if ya trick bustas fear me
Hear the, pimp speakin
For all and each
And each and all
Now break em off somethin ball
What's next?, much real shit, comin from the two
Pimp niggas who survived, comin up payin dues
Funky flippin
Style switchin
Niggas better pay attention
Before the automatic starts spittin
Listen, Eightball be straight bubblin
Slaw ass niggas gettin broke off by my tongue again
Comin in, MJ fuckin G lettin em no the time
And I'm, just a pimp in my rhyme
Pimp, in my own, fuckin rhyme
Pimp in my own fuckin rhyme yes I'm
A pimp, in my own, fuckin rhyme
Pimp in my own fuckin rhyme yes I'm
A pimp, in my own, fuckin rhyme
Pimp in my own fuckin rhyme yes I'm
A pimp, in my own, fuckin rhyme
Pimp in my own fuckin rhyme yes I'm
Here comes the motherfucking playa
The rhyme saya
Bitch slaya
I break a
Young womans back then I take her
Home
The thrill is gone
I gotta jet, the set
Before I get my ass in some mess
Sippin hennesey, till I finish the whole cup of the cognac
Catchin contacts, put the blunts back
Supa fly mista goldy,
Its getting oldy
So label me a young goody
Straight out the hoody
I'm able to lay my game down
In a single bound
Then while I'm in the same town
Smokin out on the pound
As I'm keepin an eye for tight hoe's, while I creep, through the streets
While you sleep put them D's on my Jeep, peep this
A hundred and ten percent, physical fitness
I lay the type of pipe that put the plumber out-a-business
Who is this, manipulata
Demonstrata
Pimp shit, top rata
Trick hata
Bustas can't comprehend, but then again
They never could, to busy fuckin off in the neighborhood
I'm a keep pimpin rhymes
I'm outta my pimpin mind
I'm here to say that I'm
A pimp in my own rhyme
Pimp, in my own, fuckin rhyme
Pimp in my own fuckin rhyme yes I'm
A pimp, in my own, fuckin rhyme
Pimp in my own fuckin rhyme yes I'm
A pimp, in my own, fuckin rhyme
Pimp in my own fuckin rhyme yes I'm
A pimp, in my own, fuckin rhyme
Pimp in my own fuckin rhyme yes I'm
Pimp, in my own, fuckin rhyme
Pimp in my own fuckin rhyme yes I'm
A pimp, in my own, fuckin rhyme
Pimp in my own fuckin rhyme yes I'm
A pimp, in my own, fuckin rhyme
Pimp in my own fuckin rhyme yes I'm
A pimp, in my own, fuckin rhyme
Pimp in my own fuckin rhyme yes I'm
A pimp!
The song "Pimps" by 8Ball & MJG is a typical song of their "Dirty South" style rap genre, where they rap about pimping, drugs, women, and street life. In this song, both rappers brag about their pimping skills and how they are unique in their own style. They talk about how they love smoking weed, drinking Hennessy, and are always looking for new women to pimp on. They also emphasize how they are better than their competitors or anyone else who tries to mimic their style. The lyrics are aggressive and full of curses and sex talk, which is typical of their genre.
One of the main themes in the song is the acceptance and glorification of the pimp lifestyle. Both rappers are proud of being pimps and use aggressive and misogynistic language to describe women as objects that they can control and make money off of. The chorus of the song expresses their confidence and pride in being pimps and how they are the best in the game. The verses are full of explicit language, crude sexual references, and aggressive threats to those who might try to cross them.
In conclusion, the song "Pimps" is a typical example of the Dirty South rap genre of the late 90s and early 2000s. It is full of aggressive and explicit language, and the lyrics glorify the pimp lifestyle and objectify women. Although not for everyone, the song showcases the style of 8Ball & MJG, who were influential in shaping the Dirty South rap genre.
Line by Line Meaning
Unh, light up the bomb
Start smoking marijuana because I'm about to rap.
'Cause here I come
I'm about to deliver some smooth rhymes.
It's eight bizall got the remedy
I have the solution for whatever problem you may have.
Dr. Green's sticky got the cure for me
Marijuana is my medicine.
Pimp tight, I'm so tight
I'm skilled at being a pimp and I'm feeling confident.
Takin flight like a kite
I'm soaring high with my pimping abilities.
When the wind blows
I'm always prepared for whatever comes my way.
Creepin in my Timbo's
I move silently and swiftly in my Timberland boots.
Most, hoe's know, I'm out to get the loot
Women who work for me know that I'm only in it for the money.
Fuck being your boyfriend girl I want to hit the boot's
I'm not interested in a romantic relationship, I just want to have sex.
Jump, deep in that rump, and then I got a flat bitch
I had sex with her so hard that she's exhausted and unable to do anything else.
You should've known how a real nigga act
You should have known that I'm a real gangster.
That's, why I be, about my P's and Q's
I'm always careful and aware of my surroundings.
'cause hoe's end up being bad news
Women who work for me often cause trouble.
Find em, fuck em, split em, forget em
My approach to pimping women is to use them and then move on.
Let the hoe go, so the next Joe can hit em
I don't hold onto women for too long so other people can have a turn with them.
Real about this playa shit, Suave came deeper than the ocean
I take pimping seriously and am skilled at it.
Lip on hay, hit me wit the potion, floatin
I smoked some marijuana and now I'm feeling relaxed and high.
Cloud nine is beneath me
I'm feeling so good that I'm above cloud nine.
Niggas can't see Eightball and MJ fuckin G
Other people can't compete with us because we're so good at what we do.
Dope, like a cake, fake, niggas get the
I'm the real deal, others are frauds.
Fuckin wit' the,
Messing with me is a bad idea.
Don't be the next one to get done and find
Don't be the next person who crosses me and regrets it.
You can't fade a pimp in his own fuckin rhyme
I'm too good at what I do, you can't compete with me.
Pimp, in my own, fuckin rhyme
I'm a pimp in my own rap.
Pimp in my own fuckin rhyme yes I'm
Yes, it's true that I'm a pimp in my own rap.
These bitches be poppin game, and wearin they niggas clothes
Women who work for me try to manipulate me and also wear my clothes.
Scandalous, groupie, big choosy, booty outrageous hoes
These women are untrustworthy, groupies that are very selective and have large, impressive buttocks.
Bitches and backrubs
I treat women badly and also give them back massages to keep them around.
Bubblin bathtubs
Women who work for me bathe in luxurious bathtubs.
Luxury hotels
I put these women up in fancy hotels.
Executive strip clubs
I own high-end strip clubs.
A natural born break-a-bitch scholar, holla if ya hear me
I'm naturally good at breaking women down, you can hear me if you'd like to learn more.
Step on if ya trick bustas fear me
I intimidate people who try to trick me.
Hear the, pimp speakin
I'm talking and you should listen.
For all and each
Everyone should pay attention to what I'm saying.
And each and all
All people need to listen to me.
Now break em off somethin ball
I'm going to give you some good advice.
What's next?, much real shit, comin from the two
I have more real rap coming your way with me and my partner.
Pimp niggas who survived, comin up payin dues
I'm a pimp who has made it and pays my dues to stay successful.
Funky flippin
I'm delivering smooth, funky rhymes.
Style switchin
I change up my rap style frequently to keep it fresh.
Niggas better pay attention
People should pay attention to my rhymes.
Before the automatic starts spittin
Before something bad happens.
Listen, Eightball be straight bubblin
I'm feeling good and confident in myself.
Slaw ass niggas gettin broke off by my tongue again
I'm humiliating people again with my sharp, cutting language skills.
Comin in, MJ fuckin G lettin em no the time
My partner and I are in the building and ready to dominate.
And I'm, just a pimp in my rhyme
I'm rapping about being a pimp and nothing more.
Here comes the motherfucking playa
I'm the ultimate player.
The rhyme saya
My rhymes say it all.
Bitch slaya
I'm good at making women do what I want.
I break a
I break down women and control them.
Young womans back then I take her
I have sex with younger women and then manipulate them.
Home
I take them to my home.
The thrill is gone
Sex with them doesn't excite me anymore.
I gotta jet, the set
I'm leaving.
Before I get my ass in some mess
Before I get into any trouble.
Sippin hennesey, till I finish the whole cup of the cognac
I drink a lot and don't stop until I finish the whole cup.
Catchin contacts, put the blunts back
I'm getting high from the marijuana and need to put the rest of it away.
Supa fly mista goldy,
I'm dressed in fashionable, expensive clothing.
Its getting oldy
I'm getting too old for this, but I still enjoy it.
So label me a young goody
People still see me as a young, cool person despite my age.
Straight out the hoody
I come from a poor and rough upbringing.
I'm able to lay my game down
I'm good at what I do and can convince women to do what I want.
In a single bound
I can jump to different locations quickly and skillfully.
Then while I'm in the same town
I'm able to stay in one place for a while and still be successful.
Smokin out on the pound
I'm smoking a lot of marijuana and enjoying myself.
As I'm keepin an eye for tight hoe's, while I creep, through the streets
I'm always looking out for attractive women and moving through the city carefully and quietly.
While you sleep put them D's on my Jeep, peep this
While others are sleeping, I'm working hard and have customized my Jeep to be impressive.
A hundred and ten percent, physical fitness
I'm in great physical shape, always ready for anything.
I lay the type of pipe that put the plumber out-a-business
I'm skilled at sex and make women come back for more.
Who is this, manipulata
Who am I? I'm a manipulator of people and situations.
Demonstrata
I'm demonstrating my skills and abilities through my rap.
Pimp shit, top rata
I'm one of the best pimps around.
Trick hata
I'm good at avoiding people who try to trick me.
Bustas can't comprehend, but then again
Losers can't understand my success.
They never could, to busy fuckin off in the neighborhood
They're losers who have never accomplished anything because they're too busy messing around in their own neighborhoods.
I'm a keep pimpin rhymes
I'll keep rapping about being a pimp.
I'm outta my pimpin mind
I'm crazy good at being a pimp.
I'm here to say that I'm
I'm going to say it again, I'm a pimp.
A pimp in my own rhyme
I'm a pimp in my own rap.
A pimp!
I'm a pimp and I'm proud of it.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network
Written by: M. GOODWIN, PREMRO VONZELLAIRE SMITH, QUINCY DELIGHT III JONES, M.J. GOODWIN, PREMRO SMITH, MARLON GOODWIN
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