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 He told Dame to pass the word on that State Property was no longer in effect, until after he was released.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.
Green Light
Beanie Sigel Lyrics
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It's gangsta! Woo! It's gangsta nigga!
All g-g-gangsta nigga, uh!
Green light, go go, go-go-go, go
Go go, go-go-go, go
You got the green light to drag your motherfucking mink
Green light - go go, go-go-go, go
Go go, go-go-go, go
Drop your top, see man!
Now I done told why y'all niggas once before
Why y'all don't know who you fucking with
Why y'all goin' fuck around and make me come up out this music biz
(Don't make me)
This just a record deal, why y'all motherfuckers been on some shit
Bite my style, trying to get rich, so I decided to flip my shit
Bene-fit me like a tight outfit, like Mr. Biggs' about to have a fit
It's, a, bout, to, be, some, shit (please believe it)
See vin-dawg, and dre-shal, got a nigga real open why y'all
I see haters peeping me, looking hard like a pussy
Same fight, different round, same circus, different clown
Same pussy, different town, assholes how you like me now?
Kel' and Jigga, the best of both niggaz
Put two heads together, mean mo' figures (ha)
Word to Tigger, put me off up in the "Basement"
With the rest of the rap niggas, watch ratings get bigger
I'm a pimp of this music, the tracks be my hoes
Sisqo, don't make me kick you out like Devoe
Haters left, players right, green light
Go go, go-go-go, go
You have the green light to be as pimp as you want to
Go go, go-go-go, go
Green light - go go, go-go-go, go
Go go, go-go-go, go
Green light - go go, go-go-go, go
Go go, go-go-go, go
Green light - go go, go-go-go, go
Oh dis gangsta!
Go go, go-go-go, go
It's so muh'fuckin gangsta!
Psycho, like no, bitch-ass niggas
Don't want to see the R.O.C. so you creep low
Shoot from the line like a free throw
With this 'nali of mine like a Pi-co
Leave niggas far behind like a cheap hoe
On my grind every time that you see Hov'
Yeah I got it, come and get it, green light go (go)
Red dot I stop ya, yellow niggas move slow
Red dot I got 'em, tell that nigga move slow
Head shots pop 'em when I let the uz' go
He done told fool,
Dunn think Dunn loc'in when a gun smokin'
Tell Dunn I been gun-totin'
He don't know he facin' death
Hockey mask on Jason's step
Don't make me pop past your Raisinette
You niggas cow-ass
You bullshit, I pull shit, and keep a full clip
Go go, go-go-go, go
Go go, go-go-go, go
Green light - go go, go-go-go, go
Go go, go-go-go, go
Green light - go go, go-go-go, go
Go go, go-go-go, go
Green light - go go, go-go-go, go
Go go, go-go-go, go
The lyrics of Beanie Sigel's song "Green Light" are reflective of his confident and gangster persona. He starts by asserting that nobody can stop him and his crew, emphasizing their gangsta nature. The repetition of "it's gangsta nigga" and "green light" throughout the song reinforces this theme. He gives listeners permission to unleash their wild and extravagant desires, telling them they have the green light to do whatever they want, whether it's dragging their mink coat, throwing their pinkie ring high in the air, or dropping the top of their vehicle.
Beanie Sigel also addresses his haters and those who have tried to imitate his style. He warns them not to mess with him because he could easily step out of the music business and handle them personally. He raps about how he takes advantage of his record deal and flips his music to benefit himself. He mentions collaborating with Vin-dawg and Dre-shal, acknowledging their influence in his career. Through his lyrics, he asserts his dominance and superiority over his rivals, stating that he is the pimp of the music game and that his tracks are like his "hoes."
Overall, "Green Light" is a swaggering anthem that showcases Beanie Sigel's confidence, asserting his gangsta status and warning his enemies not to underestimate him.
Line by Line Meaning
Who the fuck can stop us niggas, it's gangsta niggas
No one can stop us, we are fearless and tough individuals
It's gangsta! Woo! It's gangsta nigga!
We embrace the gangsta lifestyle and exude confidence and swagger
All g-g-gangsta nigga, uh!
We are all true gangstas, no exceptions
Green light, go go, go-go-go, go
You have permission and encouragement to proceed and succeed
You got the green light to drag your motherfucking mink
You are authorized to flaunt your wealth and luxury
Green light - go go, go-go-go, go
You have the green light to take action and achieve your goals
Throw your pinkie ring high in the motherfucking air
Show off your success and status by throwing your expensive jewelry in the air
Drop your top, see man!
Open up your convertible car and enjoy the freedom and attention it brings
Now I done told why y'all niggas once before
I have previously warned all of you about my capabilities
Why y'all don't know who you fucking with
You still underestimate and don't understand the kind of person you are dealing with
Why y'all goin' fuck around and make me come up out this music biz
If you continue to provoke me, I will leave the music industry and take drastic measures
(Don't make me)
(I warn you)
This just a record deal, why y'all motherfuckers been on some shit
This is just a business agreement, yet you have been causing unnecessary problems
Bite my style, trying to get rich, so I decided to flip my shit
Copying my style in an attempt to become successful, so I changed my approach
Bene-fit me like a tight outfit, like Mr. Biggs' about to have a fit
It suits me perfectly, like an impeccably fitting outfit, resembling Mr. Biggs' anger
It's, a, bout, to, be, some, shit (please believe it)
There will definitely be some serious consequences (I assure you)
See vin-dawg, and dre-shal, got a nigga real open why y'all
Collaborating with Vin-dawg and Dre-shal has truly inspired and motivated me, unlike any of you
I see haters peeping me, looking hard like a pussy
I notice the jealous individuals observing me closely, attempting to appear tough
Same fight, different round, same circus, different clown
It's the same conflicts and challenges, just with different people involved
Same pussy, different town, assholes how you like me now?
Encountering the same kind of fake individuals in different locations, questioning their opinion of me now
Kel' and Jigga, the best of both niggaz
Kel' and Jigga, the epitome of greatness in our field
Put two heads together, mean mo' figures (ha)
Combining our talents and intelligence will result in even greater success
Word to Tigger, put me off up in the 'Basement'
Just like Tigger, give me a chance to shine and showcase my skills in the industry
With the rest of the rap niggas, watch ratings get bigger
Joining forces with other rap artists will lead to increased popularity and success
I'm a pimp of this music, the tracks be my hoes
I dominate and control the music industry, with the tracks serving as my loyal accomplices
Sisqo, don't make me kick you out like Devoe
Sisqo, don't provoke me to remove you from the industry like Devoe
Haters left, players right, green light
Haters are pushed aside while successful individuals are praised and given the green light to proceed
Psycho, like no, bitch-ass niggas
I am mentally unstable and unpredictable, unlike weak and cowardly individuals
Don't want to see the R.O.C. so you creep low
You are afraid to confront and challenge the R.O.C., so you choose to hide
Shoot from the line like a free throw
I effortlessly and accurately attack my opponents, similar to shooting a free throw in basketball
With this 'nali of mine like a Pi-co
With my firearm in hand, similar to a Picasso painting, I create art through violence
Leave niggas far behind like a cheap hoe
I leave my enemies far behind, just like a disposable and insignificant individual
On my grind every time that you see Hov'
I am consistently working hard and focused, unlike the times you see Hov' slacking
Yeah I got it, come and get it, green light go (go)
I possess what you desire, so come and attempt to take it, but be warned that the green light signals my approval to retaliate
Red dot I stop ya, yellow niggas move slow
The red dot on my target indicates the end for you, while the yellow individuals around you move cautiously
Red dot I got 'em, tell that nigga move slow
I have targeted and neutralized my enemies, commanding them to proceed with caution
Head shots pop 'em when I let the uz' go
I eliminate my enemies with precise headshots when I unleash my firearms
He done told fool,
He has warned you, fool
Dunn think Dunn loc'in when a gun smokin'
You mistakenly believe that you are in control while I am brandishing a firearm
Tell Dunn I been gun-totin'
Inform Dunn that I have been carrying guns and prepared for any confrontation
He don't know he facin' death
He is unaware that he is about to face his demise
Hockey mask on Jason's step
Wearing a hockey mask similar to Jason Voorhees from the 'Friday the 13th' franchise
Don't make me pop past your Raisinette
Do not provoke me to shoot you without warning
You niggas cow-ass
You individuals are cowardly and weak
You bullshit, I pull shit, and keep a full clip
You engage in meaningless talk, while I bring real action and always carry a fully loaded gun
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: SHAWN CARTER, ROBERT KELLY, DWIGHT GRANT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jeffreywashington1278
Very underrated album❤
@beejeeezy7933
I got this album , this shit is sick . It’s scratched up a little. It’s hard to find it
@ReneeMickens
One of my favorite Hip Hop Albums
@carlosayuso3727
Definitely
@beejeeezy7933
So underrated and you can’t find it anywhere. I was lucky to cop this shit
@stacymickens4930
You Right!! I hate it had to end like it did..it was a good album 😎😎😎😎
@1975DEMARCO
Jay never talks about this album for political reasons
@Macakabrizzy
If you aint hear this whole thang right here mannnnnnnnnnnnn this a classic that nvr was
@jessicastokes4407
Damn this duo 💨
@karenn8512
This song was 🔥🔥🔥 R Kelly did his thing.