Beanie Sigel's name derives from the street in Philadelphia where he was raised, "Sigel Street," and "Beans" is what people used to call him as a child. Beanie also founded the group and label State Property as well as the clothing company.
Sigel's debut LP, The Truth, was released February 28, 2000 on Roc-A-Fella Records. The album received a gold plaque for hits like "The Truth" and "Remember The Days" featuring Eve. His second album The Reason was released in mid-2001. The Reason was lighter material compared to his debut album and introduced the world to his own rap group State Property. Beanie Sigel helped launch the careers of fellow Philly rappers Freeway, Peedi Crakk and the Young Gunz.
Around 2001, Beanie Sigel and Jadakiss of the Ruff Ryders were involved in a beef that stemmed from Jada claiming rappers from Beans' home city of Philly were simply signed because they were a hot fashion among major labels, which to some extent was true at the time. Sigel took offense to this, and they sent several tracks back and forth. Eventually Styles P. (D-Block} and Jay-Z got involved, and Beans even called out DMX, who never responded.
The beef went on even after Russell Simmons, owner at the time of Def Jam (the label which Roc-A-Fella was under and Ruff Ryders was affiliated with through DMX) made the two declare a brief truce and Jay-Z apologized to Jadakiss and bowed out. Disses finally stopped flying after Sigel released a scathing diss track over Jada's "Put Ya Hands Up" beat, recalling when the LOX wore shiny suits in a Bad Boy video, among other things.
Sigel also was involved in directing his first movie State Property, the popular direct-to-video film produced by Roc-A-Films. The State Property clothing line was also created by Sigel.
The third album The B. Coming was released on March 28, 2005 under Dame Dash Music Group and features production from The Neptunes, Just Blaze, and Bink!, among others, with guest appearances by State Property, Redman, Snoop Dogg and usual suspects Cam'ron and Jay-Z. The album was recorded in the weeks between his sentencing and imprisonment and was released after he was locked up; he was released a few months ago.
While he was in jail, it is said none of the State Property members except for Oschino Vazquez came to visit him. He told Dame to pass the word on that State Property was no longer in effect, until after he was released. When the split between Roc-A-Fella owners occured, Dame made it clear that Beanie's intentions were to move State Property to his new Dame Dash Music Group.
However, all members except for, again, Oschino, chose to go with Jay-Z. When questioned, they claimed they were signed by Jay and never needed State Property or Beanie Sigel to make them popular. When he was released from jail, Beans had a few choice words for his friends, claiming "I still love them like brothers...I just don't know if we can make music again."
It was thought that Beans had chosen to sign with Dame; however, this is unclear, as he was present at Jay-Z's I Declare War concert in 2005, and has said he now has his own State Property Records under Jay-Z's Def Jam.
In September, 2005, a jury acquitted him of charges that he nearly shot to death a man on a crowded city street two years ago. In August, Sigel left federal prison after serving nearly a year on a federal weapons charge that stemmed from a 2002 traffic stop in Philadelphia.
Sigel also has fallen behind in child-support payments. He was briefly jailed in November until he paid $27,000 in child support and $2,000 in fines, but seems to be paying off his debts.
With the case behind him, Sigel now plans to "make music, make movies and work on his clothing line," said his attorney, Fortunato N. Perri Jr. The case was the last in a series of criminal charges against Sigel, who has a long arrest record dating back to his days growing up in South Philadelphia.
On Tuesday, January 10, 2006, Sigel was convicted of assault for a fight in 2003. He agreed with the prosecutor's version of events, and was convicted of misdemeanor simple assault. He was immediately sentenced to two years probation plus $180 in court costs.
The charges stem from an argument between Sigel and a man who said the rapper punched him in both eyes, breaking his left eye socket, during a January 2003 argument outside a Chinese restaurant.
Beanie Sigel is the co-creator of "The Playpen", a new animated series with writer/producers, Brian Ash and Myles Reiff. The show follows the misadventures of a group of hard-headed tykes in a maximum security daycare center called, The State Nursery.
Gotta Have It
Beanie Sigel Lyrics
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P., P. Crakk Cocaine
B., B. Mack is back
Chad, Chad West on track
[Chorus 1 - Peedi Crakk]
I Gotta Have It! Shot out to my be -boy Beans
And my S.P. chain gang, doin the damn thing
That keep me in good health and kill ya, ya'mean?
[Verse 1 - Peedi Crakk]
Chain gang, gang bang, let my middle finger hang
Ain't nothin changed my name, P. Crakk Cocaine (P. Crakk Cocaine)
Relapse, I stay zapped, my urine ain't clean
No one to blame but Peedi and a nigga I mean (nigga I mean)
Ten stacks, Crakk come to the club and do the thing
You ain't got that, I'm in the crib fixin my bricks
Style back, that's the method-zine
About to get your four stressed
So I can whip back on the whole sixteenth
[Chorus 1]
[Verse 2 - Beanie Sigel]
B. Mack, seat back, S.P. intact
You see me with Crakk, we strapped
What's the reason for that? (What's the reason for that?) (I Gotta Have It!)
I need that, that Philly-boy clap
Hit you niggas in your back, send the rest in your hat (send the rest in your hat)
Stay strapped with the mack, with the hoodie too tall stack
The aim all that, when I flame you get all that (you get all that)
Me Boy Mack fuck with cracks since tall cats (It's the chain gang!)
Gang bang! I suggest ya'll fall back
[Chorus 2 - Twista and Peedi Crakk]
I Gotta Have It! Shot out to my boy B. Sige
And the S.P. chain gang for doin the damn thing
I Gotta Have It! Don't forget the rrring rrring
That keep me in good health and kill ya, ya'mean?
[Verse 3 - Peedi Crakk]
Chain gang, lickey with the ban
Quickly spit it rrring
Sickey Rickey get his ziggy bang
Snitchin on the gang (gang)
Don't forget you get that Uncle Midi
Get him for his chain
Simply give him a chitty bang, sit him in a cling (cling)
No name, no blame, Mack 10 no aim
Hi-lo, rhino, put your body in pain
No play no games, 'fore blow your brain
Bo range me after the show, you know of course I Gotta Have my...
[Chorus 1]
[Verse 4 - Beanie Sigel]
State Prop click and pop hit you niggas with the glock
Catch a nigga whippin in the kitchen cookin in the pot
Pursue it then might crack you (smack you), hit him with the glock
(When you hear that!) Then you know here come the cops
What up, wait, stop, fuck the cops!
Got the baby uzi whop, turn your cruiser to a drop (cruiser to a drop)
Get off the block 'fore SWAT surround the spot
We be locked in a box, three hots and a cot (I can't have it!)
[Chorus 2]
[Verse 5 - Twista]
The may-or of Chi, this ain't even ain't no kings and queens
Fixin to hurt from us when you jerk us, we Merciless like Ming
Twista and Beanie greedy like Peedi make the gun go rrring
When you look at the thing, give me the bling
Hand me the chain and the ring
Baller in the bubble, blowin bubble, always actin up
When trouble feel the double barrell of a double platnium thug
Clappin, ready for some action, and I'm going to empty the crib
I rep for the Roc and the State Property clique
Homey, you can't do shit
Throw a finger up, give me love, Remi in the club
When they see these thug, in a circle, snort the 50s up
Range Rov, 24 inch, blacked out bulbs
Blows fast, but hit your ho slow with the soul pole
Creeping on niggas trying to test me in the black drop top
Pull up and let the booper go bop, bop-bop
Treat you, in the wind, to my borough, blowin on my back
And do the same to any nigga that's tryna take what I got
I Can't Have It!
[Outro - Peedi Crakk]
It's gettin', it's gettin', it's gettin' kind of hectic
It's gettin', it's gettin', it's gettin' kind of hectic
It's gettin', it's gettin', it's gettin' kind of hectic
It's gettin', it's gettin', it's gettin' kind of hectic
Se pone, se pone, se pone muy difícil
Se pone, se pone, se pone muy difícil
Se pone, se pone, se pone muy difícil
Se pone, se pone, se pone muy difícil
Chain gang, gang bang
P., P., P., P. Crakk Cocaine
B., B. Mack is back
Chad, Chad West on track
Now let's go!
The song "Gotta Have It" by Beanie Sigel ft. Peedi Crakk & Twista is a rap song that features multiple artists in the verses. The song is about the artists' greed for material possessions such as chains, money, and guns. Peedi Crakk sets the tone for the song in the first verse with his aggressive delivery, boasting about his illegal activities and taunting the police. Beanie Sigel jumps in with his verse that focuses on his tough-guy persona, rapping about his gang affiliations and threatening violence towards anyone who tries to take what he has. Twista's verse mentions his connection to the Roc (short for Roc-A-Fella Records) and talks about the lavish lifestyle he leads.
The chorus, performed by Peedi Crakk, is a repetitive chant of "I Gotta Have It" which emphasizes the theme of greed and materialism. The chorus is complemented by the catchy and fast-paced beat produced by Chad West, adding to the overall energy of the song. The song ends with Peedi Crakk repeating the chorus and adding lines in Spanish, bringing a unique flavor to the end of the track.
Overall, "Gotta Have It" is a classic example of a rap song that showcases the artists' bravado and their desire for wealth and possessions. The song's lyrics are not suitable for all audiences, as some of the subject matter is explicit and glorifies illegal activities.
Line by Line Meaning
[Intro - Peedi Crakk]
Peedi Crakk introduces himself, B. Mack, and Chad West, who are involved in the creation of the song.
[Chorus 1 - Peedi Crakk]
Peedi Crakk expresses his strong desire for certain things and gives a shoutout to his friend Beans and the S.P. chain gang for their achievements.
[Verse 1 - Peedi Crakk]
Peedi Crakk brags about his involvement in illegal activities and claims responsibility for the consequences he faces. He also talks about making money and using it to fix his home.
[Chorus 1]
Reiterating his desire for certain things and expressing gratitude to his friend Beans and the S.P. chain gang.
[Verse 2 - Beanie Sigel]
Beanie Sigel explains that he carries weapons for his protection when he is seen with Peedi Crakk, and it is necessary due to the dangerous environment they are in.
[Chorus 2 - Twista and Peedi Crakk]
Twista and Peedi Crakk repeat their desire for certain things and give a shoutout to their friend B. Sige and the S.P. chain gang.
[Verse 3 - Peedi Crakk]
Peedi Crakk boasts about his ability to rap and cause trouble. He also warns about the consequences of snitching and threatens to harm those who try to take his chain or challenge him.
[Chorus 1]
Repeating the desire for certain things and showing gratitude towards Beans and the S.P. chain gang.
[Verse 4 - Beanie Sigel]
Beanie Sigel talks about the violent actions he and his crew take, including catching people involved in illegal activities and dealing with the police. He also mentions being locked up in prison.
[Chorus 2]
Reiterating the desire for certain things and giving a shoutout to their friend B. Sige and the S.P. chain gang.
[Verse 5 - Twista]
Twista boasts about his fame and success, mentioning his affiliation with Peedi and the State Property clique. He talks about being ready for any problems and represents his crew and Roc-A-Fella Records.
[Outro - Peedi Crakk]
Peedi Crakk ends the song with a repetitive and energetic statement, indicating that things are becoming intense.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CARL TERRELL MITCHELL, CHAD WESLEY HAMILTON, KENJI CHIBA BROWN, KENNETH RAY COPELAND, GWENETTA DICKEY, FREDDIE DUNN, HENRY JR. GARNER, LEQUIENT JOBE, MICHAEL STEVEN MOORE, MICHAEL SAMUEL NASH, TERRAL WAYNE SANTIEL, NORMAN JESSE WHITFIELD, DWIGHT GRANT, PE
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@stevenb427
People on here thinking this is a new track?!?!!! Consider he is talking about state property, a rap collective from 20 years ago. NO THIS SONG IS ABOUT 20 YEARS OLD FOLKS. Still classic material though. 🎛🎚🎙
@phillipwalters9462
That’s what I thought but he posted another before this one and did research, maybe All the Above that’s good song too
@cr3ativesoundz261
Real fans would understood this. I do wonder how he is now with the rap considered his one lung situation.
@coldcorner9902
can somebody answer me to this: how the fuck can you look at ANYTHING from 2000s and think that it's from these days? how fucking stupid somebody is able to be? what's the limit? i guess there is no limit
@AmororoGbajumo
Hell ye. Sounds like a new song. Few knew bout this video
@prettybabytarot8637
Beanie, he doesn't just talk about it. He is about it. 🔥
@jerryhoe7297
How the hell could anyone say J better when this man the truth
@PornoRicans1
That's because Jay-Z is more consistent. But I do agree Beanie Sigel is Better
@humbleascanbe2159
Cause they dick ride hov cause of his money 😅, lyrics don't matter today as long as you got money ! Beans top five in my book all day 1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ 😎
@houseguy47
I never seen this jawn, video is fire 🔥 Philly all day!!!