A native of Brooklyn's notorious Brownsville Projects, Agallah has been a presence on the underground hip-hop scene for quite some time, although mainstream success has continued to elude him. Starting out as a producer, Agallah turned to rhyming and released a major label single on Elektra Records in 1995. A collaboration with Mr. Cheeks of the Lost Boyz followed, as well as production stints for the likes of EPMD, Das EFX, Onyx, and Group Home. During this time, Ag won the acclaim of top New York producers, such as Tony Touch and DJ Premier. In 2000, Agallah recorded the Sesame Street-themed single "Crookie Monster," which became an underground hit.
A friendship with Shiest Bub eventually led to the formation of Purple City Entertainment (also known as Purple City Productions) with Un Kasa, which attracted the attention of Dipset capo Jim Jones. Shiest previously had been doing promotional work for Cam'ron and Juelz Santana. For the new Purple City project, Agallah was christened "the Don Bishop," with Shiest as "the Emperor." Jones' enthusiasm for Ag's track "Gangsta" garnered the producer/MC a slot on the Diplomats Volume 4 mixtape.
Poised to take over the booming mixtape circuit, Purple City signed to Babygrande Records in late 2004. The following year, the label released a "greatest hits" collection that collected Purple City's best mixtape gems. Even as Purple City reached newer heights in 2006, Un Kasa departed the outfit due to business disputes, among other reasons.
Agallah's profile as a solo artist has also expanded in the wake of Purple City's rise, with the release of You Already Know (featuring appearances by Dead Prez and Nappy Roots, with production by DJ Premier and The Alchemist) on Babygrande coupled with the release of Propane Piff on Koch Records.
Rising To The Top
Agallah Lyrics
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Winchester Remington's
Any shotty I'll hit it
Yo, dress sloppy, but my rap is dapper
Watch Rosewood go outside and slap a cracker
Yo, various styles and, various hot shit
Killed a nigga on a
Train with Barry Slotnick, dude
Where your girl, duke, I'm ready to fuck
Do the knowledge, I'm ill
Especially when the god swallowing pills
Spaz out on your bitch while
She gobble my dill
All my niggas went through drama, for real
Ruck dred, Agallah, body armor steel
Squar from the ville
Untouchable, Sean Conner's got kill
Ya'll niggas chill before ya
Momma get killed, yo
Untouchable, Sean Conner's got kill
Ya'll niggas chill before ya
Momma get killed, yo
And we gon' give this all that we got
Blow the spot, keep rising to the top
All my niggas, keep rising to the top
And we gon' give this all that we got
Blow the spot, keep rising to the top
All my niggas, keep rising to the top
Everyone welcome to the gangsta
World of Agallah
Where it's me and my niggas, my bitches
My guns and my cars my dogs don't care
They'll kill these rap stars
I like ridin' around with a gangsta broad
I'mma gangsta dog, go with the shotty
Or I'm shankin' y'all
Wind up in prison, no thanks to y'all
Come back to the block
Then I break y'all balls
Get murked right on the spot
So we don't have to brawl
Listen up, pa, don't fuck with Agallah
None of these niggas could
Never see the catalog
I don't give a fuck if
It's digital or analog
I flip, to any style, pa, press record
Give me a million
That's how you blessed the lord
Bullshit me? I won't even step to y'all
Consider the shit
This is what I left with y'all
Look at all the hot shit
That I kept from y'all
And we gon' give this all that we got
Blow the spot, keep rising to the top
All my niggas, keep rising to the top
And we gon' give this all that we got
Blow the spot, keep rising to the top
All my niggas, keep rising to the top
It's music in the air
A lots of loving everywhere
Everybody, gettin' right, everybody
Gettin' right it's smoke all in the air
Everybody wanna share
Niggas is gettin' high
Niggas is gettin' high
I love spittin raps and flows
I love gettin' stacks of dough
Like I love hittin' rats and hoes
I've been to club, where the stash is yo
Why you bumpin' me, god, actin'
Up in front of company, god
Got some shit up in the trunk of my car
We can fight right now
You get lumped in the bar
Bottom line duke fuck who you are
Spit two gem stars out my mouth
Give you a couple of scars
The flame from Ruck and Agallah
And Lenny and Spittley
We come through like this from Brooklyn
My niggas hopin' shitly
While niggas like Blick Street that
Be reppin' with me
My nigga Ike Eyes, yo I call him Ike Hitly
It's Agal-litly, featuring Sean Printly
We don't waste no time
We take care of this quickly
For real my nitly
It's about to get off the hitly
For shitly, you know where I'm at, my nigga
Hit me may God be with me
Through the streets I move switfly
You want war, with a nigga, pa
Then come and get me
And we gon' give this all that we got
Blow the spot, keep rising to the top
All my niggas, keep rising to the top
And we gon' give this all that we got
Blow the spot, keep rising to the top
All my niggas, keep rising to the top
It's music in the air
A lots of loving everywhere
Everybody, gettin' right, everybody
Gettin' right it's smoke all in the air
Everybody wanna share
Everybody is gettin' high
Everybody is gettin' high
It's music in the air
A lots of loving everywhere
Everybody, gettin' right, everybody
Gettin' right it's smoke all in the air
Everybody wanna share
Niggas is gettin' high
Niggas is gettin' high
The lyrics to Agallah's song "Rising To The Top" depict a gritty and aggressive persona who is unafraid to confront and challenge others. The singer describes himself as capable of taking anyone down with a shotgun and is confident in his rap abilities. He asserts his dominance by mentioning various styles and hot shit, claiming to have killed someone on a train and referencing his readiness to engage in sexual encounters. The lyrics also touch on the struggles faced by the singer and his crew, highlighting their resilience and ability to overcome obstacles.
The overall message of the song is one of determination and perseverance, as the singer encourages his fellow "niggas" to keep rising to the top and give their all. The aggressive and confrontational tone reflects the harsh realities of street life and the frustrations of being underestimated and overlooked.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, we all cool, pa, anybody can get it
We may all seem friendly, but anyone is capable of experiencing violence from us
Winchester Remington's, Any shotty I'll hit it
I am skilled with various types of guns and can handle any shotgun
Yo, dress sloppy, but my rap is dapper
Although my appearance may be unkempt, my rap style is polished and stylish
Watch Rosewood go outside and slap a cracker
Observe how I, Rosewood, confidently confront and physically assault white people
Yo, various styles and, various hot shit
I possess a range of rap styles and deliver exceptional music
Killed a nigga on a Train with Barry Slotnick, dude
I committed a murder on a train with lawyer Barry Slotnick, demonstrating my ruthlessness
Bottom line, you ain't ready for Ruck
Simply put, you are not prepared to face the intensity and skill of Ruck
Where your girl, duke, I'm ready to fuck
I'm looking for your girlfriend, my friend, as I'm eager to engage in sexual activity with her
Do the knowledge, I'm ill
Gain understanding, as I am highly skilled
Especially when the god swallowing pills
Particularly when I, as a divine being, consume pills
Spaz out on your bitch while She gobble my dill
I extravagantly express my aggression towards your female companion while she performs oral sex on me
All my niggas went through drama, for real
All of my friends have endured real-life challenges and conflicts
Ruck dred, Agallah, body armor steel
Ruck and Agallah are resistant to harm, wearing strong body armor
Squar from the ville
Square, representing our origin in the city
Untouchable, Sean Conner's got kill
Invincible, Sean Connery expels lethal force
Ya'll niggas chill before ya Momma get killed, yo
Relax, my friends, or else your mothers will face grave consequences
And we gon' give this all that we got
We will dedicate all of our effort and energy to this pursuit
Blow the spot, keep rising to the top
Make a significant impact, continuously advancing to the pinnacle of success
Everyone welcome to the gangsta World of Agallah
Greetings to all who enter Agallah's world of gangsta culture
Where it's me and my niggas, my bitches My guns and my cars my dogs don't care
In this realm, I am accompanied by my close associates, women, firearms, and luxurious vehicles, with my loyal friends who are unfazed by any situation
They'll kill these rap stars
They are willing to eliminate other successful rappers
I like ridin' around with a gangsta broad
I enjoy cruising in the company of a hardcore woman
I'mma gangsta dog, go with the shotty Or I'm shankin' y'all
I am a true gangster, using a shotgun or a sharp object to harm individuals
Wind up in prison, no thanks to y'all
End up incarcerated, with no gratitude towards anyone for the circumstances
Come back to the block Then I break y'all balls
Return to the neighborhood and verbally assault and humiliate you
Get murked right on the spot So we don't have to brawl
Be killed immediately to avoid engaging in physical confrontation
Listen up, pa, don't fuck with Agallah
Listen carefully, my friend, do not mess with Agallah
None of these niggas could Never see the catalog
None of these guys can compare to my extensive body of work
I don't give a fuck if It's digital or analog
I don't care if it's in digital or analog format
I flip, to any style, pa, press record
I effortlessly transition to any rap style, my friend, so start recording
Give me a million That's how you blessed the lord
Provide me with a million dollars, as that is how you honor and please a divine being
Bullshit me? I won't even step to y'all
If you deceive or disrespect me, I won't even confront you
Consider the shit This is what I left with y'all
Contemplate the situation, as this is what I have left you with
Look at all the hot shit That I kept from y'all
Observe all the exceptional material that I have withheld from you
It's music in the air A lots of loving everywhere
The atmosphere is filled with music and love
Everybody, gettin' right, everybody Gettin' right it's smoke all in the air
Everyone is aligning their actions and mindset, as there is smoke permeating the surroundings
Everybody wanna share Niggas is gettin' high Niggas is gettin' high
Everyone desires to join in and share, as individuals are indulging in substance intoxication
I love spittin raps and flows
I thoroughly enjoy delivering rap verses and rhymes
I love gettin' stacks of dough
I greatly appreciate accumulating a substantial amount of money
Like I love hittin' rats and hoes
Similar to my affinity for physically striking disliked individuals and engaging in sexual encounters
I've been to club, where the stash is yo
I have been to a club where illegal substances are concealed
Why you bumpin' me, god, actin' Up in front of company, god
Why are you bothering me, acting rudely in front of others
Got some shit up in the trunk of my car
I have some illegal substances stored in the trunk of my vehicle
We can fight right now You get lumped in the bar
We can engage in a physical altercation immediately, resulting in you being beaten at the bar
Bottom line duke fuck who you are
To put it simply, I have no respect or regard for your identity
Spit two gem stars out my mouth Give you a couple of scars
I will verbally attack you with sharp insults, causing emotional pain and leaving lasting wounds
The flame from Ruck and Agallah And Lenny and Spittley
The unmatched heat emanating from Ruck and Agallah, as well as Lenny and Spittley
We come through like this from Brooklyn
We arrive in this manner, representing our Brooklyn origins
My niggas hopin' shitly
My friends move cautiously, hoping for the best
While niggas like Blick Street that Be reppin' with me
Meanwhile, individuals from Blick Street join me in showcasing their loyalty
My nigga Ike Eyes, yo I call him Ike Hitly
My friend Ike Eyes, whom I refer to as Ike Hitly
It's Agal-litly, featuring Sean Printly
It's Agal-litly, with the participation of Sean Printly
We don't waste no time We take care of this quickly
We don't waste any time, efficiently handling our affairs
For real my nitly
Seriously, my friend
It's about to get off the hitly
It's going to escalate rapidly
For shitly, you know where I'm at, my nigga Hit me may God be with me
Honestly, my friend, you know my location. Contact me and may God protect me
Through the streets I move switfly
I navigate through the streets swiftly
You want war, with a nigga, pa Then come and get me
If you desire conflict with me, my friend, then come and confront me
And we gon' give this all that we got
We will put forth our maximum effort
Blow the spot, keep rising to the top
Make a notable impact and continue advancing to the pinnacle of success
All my niggas, keep rising to the top
All of my friends, keep striving for success
It's music in the air A lots of loving everywhere
The atmosphere is filled with music and love
Everybody, gettin' right, everybody Gettin' right it's smoke all in the air
Everyone is aligning their actions and mindset, as there is smoke permeating the surroundings
Everybody wanna share
Everyone desires to join in and share
Niggas is gettin' high Niggas is gettin' high
Individuals are indulging in substance intoxication
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Allan Felder, Kenneth Burke, Norma Wright
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@thejanglezclan
This is clearly the hardest song ever included in the GTA series
@qoscarjenkins9527
Might be 4real... It's original right?..they made this for GTA3
@Young-M
Yeah they recorded it for the soundtrack
@nickkokkinos9173
Idk man I think Spit Game is lol
@DJMONKEYFINGAZ
All of the Game FM songs are fire. Royce da 59 boy
@sekar1101
Goes Hard AF till this dis day. Rip sean bro.
@99mattdogg
When this song played you just KNEW the mission was gonna be completed at all costs.
@Miltnificent
lol facts
@ESGist
Lmaoo on god 😂😂😂😂😂
@zohanowens8928
I didn’t start the mission until the song ended