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.
Straight Cadillac Pimpin'
8Ball & MJG Lyrics
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I'm so cold, I need a coat in the kitchen
I bust two verses, then go into intermission
No way you can provoke my vision
I, don't play I make a hoe pay a commission
Baby, come on you know I wrote compositions
That make niggaz wish they never spoke while they were spittin
I'm so ready I'm bout to blow from the tension
I'm becomin quick at gettin slow ???
can't throw my position, I flow with persition
Is a must a keep it on the low in addition
To all my weapons and no ammunition
MJG, and I'm so in attention
I see you tryin to creep me for my dough, why you trippin
Youse a shipwreck nigga when you broke co-mission
Jesse Jackson can't help you with the Hope Coalition
[Chorus - Shannon Jones]
Well, I'm spendin loose
Got nothing to lose
Got nothing to prove
Its not easy to do
I got the streets in my pocket
With the hating better stop
Straight Cadillac Pimpin'
Young nigga better listen
[Hook - 8 Ball x 2]
If I should die, before I wake
Roll me sum up, make sho I'm straight
Make sho my cup feel no react
Make sho my paper come in stacks
[8 Ball]
I come through like a mack, truck rumbling streets
Big Boy hit tracks straight pummeling beats
Rock hard like coke in a ???
Pay top dollar for the hot product indeed, yeah
Turn it up and get addicted to it
And have raw music soon as you listen to it
Jump up like a old fat lady at church
Jump back like a uncut thang at work
Mang, hop in and take a ride with a pimp nigga
Fire the green up and let me shoot the shit witcha
Talk slick till I make a chick get the picture
Just a page outta fat boy ghetto adventures
Listen, I'm a titan on the mic
Original, them weak niggaz bite what I write
Oh Lord, we going to get it jumpin like revival
Survival, Straight from my street bible
[Chorus]
[Hook x 2]
[MJG]
These verses are must rip, don't slip, pimp a bitch
Put on your look, best outfit, get rich
[8 Ball]
This here, get you out of your seat fo sho
Jump up, get crunk like you got the Holy Ghost
[MJG]
Ay Yo, collection plate, be straight, don't hate
Indicate, no shape, no plate
[8 Ball]
don't Hate, pay away, make a pimp, pockets straight
VISA, check, cash, any city, any state
[MJG]
Deep Down, in the country, in the hills, makin deals
No ex-aggeration, it is what it is
[8 Ball]
Come on, you ain't never heard shit like this
Two Pimps spittin game right out pu-pils
[Chorus]
[Hook x 2]
[Shannon Jones singing till song fades]
The song "Straight Cadillac Pimpin'" by 8Ball & MJG is a representation of their smooth-talking, street-smart personalities. In their verses, they showcase their confidence and skill in pimping women, rapping about making a "hoe pay a commission" and having "the streets in their pocket". They also express their readiness to succeed and their disdain for those who try to bring them down.
MJG's verse is particularly striking, as he boasts about his ability to make other rappers wish they had never tried to compete with him. He portrays himself as a man on the brink of exploding with talent, waiting for the right moment to reveal how great he really is. 8Ball's verse, on the other hand, focuses more on his ability to make a crowd move with his music. He talks about getting people "crunk" and jumping out of their seats, suggesting that he knows just how to get a party started.
The chorus, sung by Shannon Jones, emphasizes the central theme of the song: that these two rappers are living high on the hog and won't let anyone bring them down. Jones warns anyone who might try to tempt fate by challenging them to think twice - they are "spendin loose" with nothing to lose.
Overall, "Straight Cadillac Pimpin'" is a brash and unapologetic depiction of what it means to be a successful rapper in the fast-paced world of the music industry. It showcases the bravado and swagger that the best rappers possess, and proves once again that 8Ball & MJG were (and still are) a force to be reckoned with.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm so cold, I need a coat in the kitchen
I'm feeling on top of the world and unstoppable in everything that I do.
I bust two verses, then go into intermission
I take on everything in my path and always come out on top.
No way you can provoke my vision
I am so focused and driven that nothing and no one can get in my way.
I don't play I make a hoe pay a commission
I am a true professional and demand respect from everyone I come across.
Baby, come on you know I wrote compositions
I am a talented writer and create works that leave my competitors in awe.
That make niggaz wish they never spoke while they were spittin
My skills on the mic are so great, that other rappers are left wishing they never attempted to compete with me.
I'm so ready I'm bout to blow from the tension
I am so prepared and energized that I am about to completely dominate the industry.
Like surprise you don't even know what you gettin
When you do business with me, you are in for a wild ride that will exceed your every expectation.
I'm becomin quick at gettin slow ???
I am becoming increasingly successful at taking my time and appreciating the little things in life.
can't throw my position, I flow with persition
I am so confident in my abilities that I am impossible to knock down, and I execute everything I do with precision.
Is a must a keep it on the low in addition
It's essential to keep things quiet and discrete when doing business in the streets.
To all my weapons and no ammunition
I am so powerful and influential that my presence alone is my biggest weapon.
MJG, and I'm so in attention
I am at the top of my game and in charge of everything in my world.
I see you tryin to creep me for my dough, why you trippin
I can see through your attempts to deceive and take advantage of me for profit, so why even bother?
Youse a shipwreck nigga when you broke co-mission
You're going to be screwed if you try to cross me because I will sink you in the process.
Jesse Jackson can't help you with the Hope Coalition
No matter who you turn to for help, they won't be able to save you from your inevitable downfall.
If I should die, before I wake
In the event of my untimely death, I want to be remembered for my legendary status and achievements.
Roll me sum up, make sho I'm straight
Make sure I am properly honored in death with the greatest respect and reverence.
Make sho my cup feel no react
Ensure that my legacy and accomplishments continue to be celebrated with no negative reactions or interference.
Make sho my paper come in stacks
Let my financial gains and accomplishments continue to be recognized and celebrated for decades to come.
I come through like a mack, truck rumbling streets
I enter a scene with such great power and strength that it feels like an unstoppable force.
Big Boy hit tracks straight pummeling beats
My beats and rhythms are so strong and thunderous that they dominate everything around them.
Rock hard like coke in a ???
My music hits hard and is impossible to ignore, much like the effects of cocaine.
Pay top dollar for the hot product indeed, yeah
My music is so valuable and important that people are willing to pay top dollar for it without question.
Turn it up and get addicted to it
My music is so engaging and compelling that people become completely absorbed in it and unable to stop listening.
And have raw music soon as you listen to it
My music is so powerful and impactful that it hits you immediately and without hesitation.
Jump up like a old fat lady at church
My music is so exciting and inspiring that even those who might not usually dance and sing along can't resist it.
Jump back like a uncut thang at work
My beats and rhythms hit so hard that even those who are typically unfazed and aloof can't help but show a reaction.
Mang, hop in and take a ride with a pimp nigga
Come and join me as I continue to dominate the music industry and break down barriers and stereotypes.
Fire the green up and let me shoot the shit witcha
Let's get high together and discuss our plans for how we will continue to revolutionize the music industry.
Talk slick till I make a chick get the picture
I am so smooth and charming that I can convince anyone to see things my way and follow my lead.
Just a page outta fat boy ghetto adventures
My music is a reflection of my life experiences and struggles coming from the urban ghetto.
Listen, I'm a titan on the mic
I am a legendary and powerful figure when it comes to my skills as a rapper and artist.
Original, them weak niggaz bite what I write
I am a true innovator and pioneer in the music industry, and others try to copy my style and success without success.
Oh Lord, we going to get it jumpin like revival
We are going to bring so much energy and excitement to the music industry that it will be like an incredible revival event.
Survival, Straight from my street bible
I have learned all the secrets to success and survival from my life experiences and trials in the urban streets.
These verses are must rip, don't slip, pimp a bitch
I always bring my A-game and never let up or slow down when it comes to making great music and dominating the industry.
Put on your look, best outfit, get rich
Dress to impress and put on your best face, because the opportunities for wealth and success are coming.
This here, get you out of your seat fo sho
My music is so exciting and engaging that it brings listeners to their feet without question.
Jump up, get crunk like you got the Holy Ghost
My beats and rhythms are so powerful and moving that they inspire listeners to dance and move like they are filled with the spirit of God.
Ay Yo, collection plate, be straight, don't hate
Be generous and give all you can when you come across a true artist and visionary like myself.
Indicate, no shape, no plate
Let your generosity and support flow freely and without restriction or hesitation.
don't Hate, pay away, make a pimp, pockets straight
Instead of being jealous of my success and accomplishments, pay me and show your support so that we can continue to achieve great things together.
VISA, check, cash, any city, any state
I am ready and willing to accept any form of payment or support, from any location and any person.
Deep Down, in the country, in the hills, makin deals
I am constantly working and making business deals, no matter where I am in the world or what my surroundings may be.
No ex-aggeration, it is what it is
I am always honest and authentic in everything I do, and will never exaggerate or deceive to make a point or get ahead.
Come on, you ain't never heard shit like this
My music is so legendary and groundbreaking that you won't find anything else like it anywhere on the market.
Two Pimps spittin game right out pu-pils
Two of the greatest and most powerful artists in the world are coming together and sharing their stories and wisdom through their music.
Well, I'm spendin loose
I am living life to the fullest and spending money without hesitation or reservation.
Got nothing to lose
I am so successful and powerful that I have nothing to fear or risk, and am free to do whatever I want.
Got nothing to prove
I am already a proven and legendary figure in the music industry, and don't feel any pressure or obligation to prove myself to anyone else.
Its not easy to do
My success and accomplishments come from hard work and dedication, and are not easy to replicate or duplicate.
I got the streets in my pocket
I am so influential and powerful in the urban streets that I can control and dominate everything around me.
With the hating better stop
Those who try to bring me down and hate on my success better step back and realize that I am unstoppable and unbreakable.
Straight Cadillac Pimpin'
I am always driving the finest and most luxurious cars, and living the high life that comes with being a legendary and successful figure in the music industry.
Young nigga better listen
I am speaking from the experience and wisdom of years in the music industry, and young artists would be wise to heed my messages and lessons.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHRISTOPHER DRUMWRIGHT, TIJUAN FRAMPTON, MARLON J GOODWIN, SHANNON JONES, JACK KNIGHT, PREMRO VONZELLAIRE SMITH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@derrickalexander9710
This whole album is a classic.
@endibond3198
Period whole album listen all the way through 🔥
@datboycotvdotcom9593
Wonder y this video didn't take off! However they single u don't want drama a real crunk classic/hit/banger
@xxXFlaggXxx
I grew up to 8ball & MJG...these two WILL ALWAYS HAVE A PLACE IN HIP-HOP...Respect...Hands Down...
@kevinpettiford6950
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@SL504NYY26
These Cats will ALWAYS have a spot in my hip hop library. This is my favorite song by them. May not be their best to others but this is my favorite from them
@hopehasnoplacehereabandona3068
Man theres nothing funkier than some good ole dirty 30 rappin.....man its counrty, its gospel, its gangsta, its just LEGEND😍🙏😍🙏😍🙏😍
@majorhollis1786
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@1jboda
Much Love front Texas 🇨🇱 3rd Coast, Dirty South!
@StraightGuyStraightTalk
I’m a NYC negro. I don’t like much south music but this ish is blazzing 🔥🔥🔥