9th Wonder is a hip hop producer from Raleigh, North Carolina, U.S.. He began his career as the main producer for the hip-hop group Little Brother, and has also worked with the likes of Mary J. Blige, Jay-Z, Murs, and Destiny's Child. As part of Little Brother he gained widespread recognition and critical acclaim. He has since left Little Brother. 9th Wonder stated that as long as both Phonte and Big Pooh welcomed a reunion somewhere down the line, he would be completely open to the idea.
The duo released two albums. The first one, Chemistry in 2005 and the sophomore album titled The Formula in 2008.
The Solution
9th Wonder & Buckshot Lyrics
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You can’t fuck with that man BDI
Psychotic when he get really high
I got it don’t I sound really fly?
Every lady in the spot agree
If it ain’t Buckshot, it’s me, K.B
Same person in the Benz with the curtain
And the chauffeur saying, Buck, turn right?
It was real hard getting this far
But I got this label, this house, this money, this car
Can you say this, pa?
I think not; I think of how I feel, I think Pac
Me Against the World, shed so many tears
Writing letters, saying dear mama, can you really hear
Where I’m coming from; that’s the bottom line
And the goal is to hit the top and not waste time
Like tick tock, when the clock hit one
Y’all niggas is done
Buckshot’s it, you should stop
Stick a fork in ‘em
No disrespect to the rest, but Buckshot got New York in him
Little guy, blue denim
Not a snake, but the words that I use is like true venom
All in ‘em, all women
Recognize that the way that I ball is what you call tennis
Back and forth; who loves college, Asher Roth?
Me, I’m from the university they call raw
Kill ‘em all, reservoir dogs on the hounds’ll
Sniff out anybody who snitch out who’s around
Whose town? Cause from this point it’s all Buck
And, um, everybody down know what’s up
Major moves, make your moves
Buckshot, 9th Wonder on the spot
Never play by the rules like
Tock, tick, when the clock hit one
Y’all niggas is done
Buckshot’s it, you need to stop
It don’t matter, the Porsche or the Spider
Or me in the BM, pulling a all-nighter
It’s all right cause
My pockets ain’t seen a gap in a while
All you see is the gap or a crack when I smile but
It’s okay cause I still get ladies anyway
She thinking she bright but she shady anyway
We don’t give a fuck, do we? Nah
Smoke when I school dudes, Cooley High
Truly fly
Chicks get jealous, man
They used to listen before, but now I tell em, nah
Step aside, let the boss get past
You a trick; why, nigga? Cause you floss from Mass
I’m like, damn, you worked so hard just to give it up
She chilling in your car cause she give it up
What a life I’m a witness
Enough to tell niggas, mind your business
You need to stop
Stop and listen, listen and stop
Number one album, 9th Wonder, Buckshot
This is what we do, I salute shit
Comes every day, I pollute shit
The lyrics to "The Solution" by 9th Wonder and Buckshot are a representation of Buckshot's success story. He reflects on the struggles he went through to achieve his current status in life, and how being true to himself and not caring about the opinions of others helped him get there. Buckshot compares himself to Batman, which shows that he has a superhero-like aura around him. He also remembers his past and how he had to write letters to his mother, expressing his issues and doubts about life.
Additionally, Buckshot acknowledges that he is now respected in New York, which is a big achievement for a rapper. The lyrics also touch on Buckshot's personal life, where he reveals that despite his financial success, he still faces problems, but he remains confident that he will always attract women. The song is ultimately about Buckshot's journey to success and how he was able to overcome any obstacles and achieve his goals.
Line by Line Meaning
They call me Bruce Wayne Buck, Batman BDI
Buckshot is comparing himself to Bruce Wayne because of his wealth and fame.
You can’t fuck with that man BDI
Buckshot is confident in his abilities and cannot be defeated.
Psychotic when he get really high
Buckshot becomes erratic and unpredictable when under the influence of drugs.
I got it don’t I sound really fly?
Buckshot is proud of himself and his success.
Every lady in the spot agree
Buckshot is admired by women everywhere he goes.
If it ain’t Buckshot, it’s me, K.B
Buckshot and K.B are the top performers in their area.
Same person in the Benz with the curtain
Buckshot is wealthy enough to afford a Mercedes with a privacy curtain.
And the chauffeur saying, Buck, turn right?
Buckshot is being driven around by a chauffeur and gives him directions.
I’m like, for certain
Buckshot agrees with the chauffeur's suggestion to turn right.
It was real hard getting this far
Buckshot had to overcome many obstacles to achieve his success.
But I got this label, this house, this money, this car
Buckshot has acquired wealth and material possessions through his music career.
Can you say this, pa?
Buckshot asks if others could do what he has done.
I think not; I think of how I feel, I think Pac
Buckshot believes his achievements are unique and compares himself to rapper Tupac Shakur.
Me Against the World, shed so many tears
Buckshot identifies with Tupac's album 'Me Against the World.'
Writing letters, saying dear mama, can you really hear
Buckshot references Tupac's song 'Dear Mama' and wonders if his own mother can appreciate his success.
Where I’m coming from; that’s the bottom line
Buckshot's experiences have shaped him and made him who he is today.
And the goal is to hit the top and not waste time
Buckshot wants to continue to achieve success and not waste his time.
Like tick tock, when the clock hit one
Time is passing quickly, and Buckshot is reminding others to use it wisely.
Y’all niggas is done
Buckshot considers his competition to be inferior and not a threat.
Stick a fork in ‘em
Buckshot is saying his competition is cooked or finished.
No disrespect to the rest, but Buckshot got New York in him
Buckshot is proud of his New York roots and considers it part of his identity.
Little guy, blue denim
Buckshot is physically small, but his music is powerful and influential.
Not a snake, but the words that I use is like true venom
Buckshot's words are impactful and able to influence others, like snake venom.
All in ‘em, all women
Buckshot's music appeals to everyone, regardless of gender.
Recognize that the way that I ball is what you call tennis
Buckshot is using a metaphor to describe how he plays the game of rap.
Back and forth; who loves college, Asher Roth?
Buckshot is referencing another rapper, Asher Roth, and questioning his relevance.
Me, I’m from the university they call raw
Buckshot's music comes from within and is raw and authentic.
Kill ‘em all, reservoir dogs on the hounds’ll
Buckshot is a leader who inspires others to join him in conquering the competition.
Sniff out anybody who snitch out who’s around
Buckshot is warning his followers to be cautious of fake people who may betray their trust.
Whose town? Cause from this point it’s all Buck
Buckshot establishes himself as the top rapper in his area.
And, um, everybody down know what’s up
Buckshot's followers are aware of his talent and support him.
Major moves, make your moves
Buckshot is making strides in his career and advises others to do the same.
Buckshot, 9th Wonder on the spot
Buckshot is collaborating with producer 9th Wonder to create music on the spot.
Never play by the rules like
Buckshot is a rule-breaker who doesn't do things conventionally.
Tock, tick, when the clock hit one
Time is running out, and Buckshot is reminding others to take action before it's too late.
It don’t matter, the Porsche or the Spider
Buckshot has achieved success to the point where material possessions no longer matter to him.
Or me in the BM, pulling a all-nighter
Buckshot is working hard, staying up all night to achieve his goals.
My pockets ain’t seen a gap in a while
Buckshot is wealthy and hasn't experienced financial struggles in some time.
All you see is the gap or a crack when I smile but
Buckshot is referencing the space between his teeth when he smiles, but he doesn't let it affect his confidence.
It’s okay cause I still get ladies anyway
Buckshot's personality and talent are attractive to women despite any physical imperfections.
She thinking she bright but she shady anyway
Some women may try to deceive Buckshot, but he is wise enough to see through their deception.
We don’t give a fuck, do we? Nah
Buckshot doesn't care about the opinions of others and does what he wants.
Smoke when I school dudes, Cooley High
Buckshot smokes marijuana while he teaches valuable lessons to others through his music, like the film 'Cooley High.'
Truly fly
Buckshot is cool and impressive.
Chicks get jealous, man
Buckshot's success and popularity make women envious.
They used to listen before, but now I tell em, nah
Buckshot has outgrown some of his original followers and is now appealing to a different audience.
Step aside, let the boss get past
Buckshot is commanding respect and asserting his dominance as a successful rapper.
You a trick; why, nigga? Cause you floss from Mass
Buckshot is questioning why someone is trying to act like they have wealth and success when they come from Massachusetts.
I’m like, damn, you worked so hard just to give it up
Buckshot is criticizing those who pretend to have success when they don't, despite the hard work required to achieve it.
She chilling in your car cause she give it up
Buckshot is pointing out how some women may only be interested in a man's wealth and possessions.
What a life I’m a witness
Buckshot has seen and experienced a lot in his life.
Enough to tell niggas, mind your business
Buckshot is advising others to focus on their own lives and not worry about his.
Stop and listen, listen and stop
Buckshot is commanding attention and urging others to pay attention to his music.
Number one album, 9th Wonder, Buckshot
Buckshot and 9th Wonder have achieved success with their music.
This is what we do, I salute shit
Buckshot is proud of his music and achievements and respects others who have done the same.
Comes every day, I pollute shit
Buckshot is constantly creating new music that influences and inspires others, even if it may be controversial or unconventional.
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Grier Smith
i just turned 16 9 days ago. i still get goosebumps when listening to a 9th beat. i grew up(even tho I'm still growing) on buckshot, black moon, boot camp clik. im saying this to say, longevity definitely exists within these two artists. much love
Dorsett Beasley
Real Hip Hop....I wish it was more like this in this day and age.Keep it coming.
dablkvinnychase
call me crazy but this is a 5 mic classic album to me. every song is real as hell especially stop rapping and the production is crazy.
A.V. Grounds
The 9th and Buck callabos are sick..Buck has stayed in the game by adapting and staying relevant..Been a fan since 'who got the props'..Boot Camp Click Fo Life!.One Love..!
Nath Jones
Many thanks for the upload - superb stuff, real hip hop forever !.
Stefanie Renee
Absolutely AMAZING!
ProfessorMSounds
I finally bought it and this is worth every cent!
canibusnj
Like Jesse "3rd Eye" West said "The essence of hip-hop, the CORE of the hip-hop sound is SAMPLING"! Thank god for 9th Wonder, who is for sure a future beat legend. This album is solid as cast iron and with Buckshot who I've ALWAYS thought was an underrated lyricist, is a breath of fresh air from all the STRAIGHT UP BULLSHIT AND GARBAGE THAT PROLIFERATES THE MAINSTREAM MARKET NOWADAYS!!! Hip-hop is alive and well and even though not as abundant like the 90's, it's still here.
Stefanie Renee
Best EMCEE his voice, and lyrics I HAVE ADORED. Since the beginning..........Black Moon, and BUCKSHOT now. I have been a fan...
Stefanie Renee
Lol indeed!