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 He told Dame to pass the word on that State Property was no longer in effect, until after he was released.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.
It's On
Beanie Sigel Lyrics
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My Spidey-Senses is tinglin'
(Feel somethin') Got my radars up
I can feel it in the air
Somethin' goin' on, I feel funny
Can't tell me nothin' different, my nose twitchin'
Intuition settin' in like Steve vision
Still hear that voice in the back of my mind
So what I do? I still take heed, I still listen
I still paint that perfect picture
I still shine bright like a prism
My words still skippin' through air
I know you can't, don't, won't get it
You niggas chose to ride that ship, sunk with it
I'm still afloat
I ain't the captain of the yacht but I'm on the boat
I ain't actin' what I'm not knowin' that I don't
You niggas acting like you will, but I know you won't
I read between the lines of the eyes and your brows
Your handshake ain't matchin' your smile, uh-uh, you niggas foul
I can feel it in the air
I can feel it in the air
I can feel it in the air
I can hear it in your voice
I can feel it in the air
I sit alone in my four-cornered room staring at hammers
Ready to go bananas
Two vests on me, two TECs, extra clips on me
I know my mind ain't playin' tricks on me
I ain't schiz', homie
Ain't nobody dropped a mick on me
Its like they tryna plot or sit on me
I hear this voice in the back of my mind
Like, "Mack, tighten up your circle before they hurt you"
Read they body language
Eighty-five percent communication non-verbal
Eighty-five percent swear they know you
Ten percent, you know they stories
Man, the other five, time'll show you, just know you
Then pull they strings, you the puppet-master
Fuck them other bastards, man, watch who you puffin' after
Play your cards, go against all odds
Shoot for the moon, if you miss, you still amongst those stars
I can feel it in the air
I can feel it in the air
I can feel it in the air (I ain't scared, nigga, I ain't goin' nowhere)
I can hear it in your voice (can you feel it?)
I can feel it in the air (can you feel me?)
Can you feel the grim reaper floatin'?
Foul preacher quotin' scriptures from Revelation
To talk shit and got the devil waitin'
Body gettin' stiff, soul levitatin'
Why do I speak blasphemy?
Knowing one day they will ask for me
As for my sins, no one will feel his wrath for me
I go through it so you wouldn't do it after me
As for me, I'm still circlin' the block before I'm parkin'
Not bitchin', I'm just still cautious
Same black parka
Same Uzi, extra clip, still clappin' with that same Lorcin
Damn, I feel it in the air, you not sincere
Nigga, it ain't a "us" or "we" or "I'ma" thing
It's a good-bad karma thing, this a song men of honor sing
I swear I feel something, honestly
I can feel it in the air (I can feel it, I can feel it)
I can feel it in the air (I can feel it, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
I can feel it in the air (ooh, yeah)
I can hear it in your voice (ooh)
I can feel it in the air (I can)
I can feel it in the air
I can feel it in the air (I can feel it)
I can hear it in your voice (in your voice, in your voice)
I can feel it in the air
The song "Feel It In The Air" by Beanie Sigel is a contemplative look at the feeling of impending danger and the intuition that comes with it. The lyrics use a powerful metaphor of Spidey-Senses tingling to describe the intuition that one can feel when something is not right. The artist uses his own experiences to depict this feeling of unease and paranoia, painting a picture of a world where danger is always looming. He touches on themes of trust, loyalty, and betrayal, and describes how he keeps his guard up, always on the defense.
The second verse illustrates a sense of vulnerability that comes with this feeling of impending doom. The artist reveals a darker side to his psyche, speaking of his readiness to go bananas and sensing that people may be plotting against him. The use of metaphor in this verse is particularly striking, with the grim reaper floating and the devil waiting. The artist also touches on themes of morality, discussing his own sins and how he tries to prevent others from making the same mistakes. Ultimately, the song is a reflection on the human condition, and how we react and respond to the world around us.
Line by Line Meaning
I can feel it in the air
I sense that something is about to happen
My Spidey-Senses is tinglin'
I have a strong intuition about the impending event
(Feel somethin') Got my radars up
My senses are heightened, and I am ready to respond
Somethin' goin' on, I feel funny
I sense that something is wrong or off
Can't tell me nothin' different, my nose twitchin'
My intuition is so strong that even if someone denies it, I still believe it
Intuition settin' in like Steve vision
My intuition is so strong that it is almost like a superpower
I still close my eyes, I still see visions
I have a strong and vivid intuition
Still hear that voice in the back of my mind
My intuition speaks to me constantly
So what I do? I still take heed, I still listen
I still trust my intuition and act on it
I still paint that perfect picture
I still have a clear vision of what I want to achieve
I still shine bright like a prism
I am still confident and optimistic
My words still skippin' through air
I am still expressing myself freely and confidently
You niggas chose to ride that ship, sunk with it
Some people have made poor choices and suffered the consequences
I'm still afloat
Despite the difficulties, I am still managing to navigate through life
I ain't the captain of the yacht but I'm on the boat
I may not have complete control over the situation, but I am still involved
I ain't actin' what I'm not knowin' that I don't
I am being genuine and authentic
You niggas acting like you will, but I know you won't
Some people make false promises but never follow through
I read between the lines of the eyes and your brows
I am able to sense what someone truly means, despite what they say
Your handshake ain't matchin' your smile, uh-uh, you niggas foul
Your actions do not align with your words, and I can sense that you are not trustworthy
I sit alone in my four-cornered room staring at hammers
I am preparing for the worst and staying alert
Ready to go bananas
I am prepared to take extreme action if necessary
Two vests on me, two TECs, extra clips on me
I am taking measures to protect myself
I know my mind ain't playin' tricks on me
I am confident in my intuition and instincts
I ain't schiz', homie
I am not crazy or delusional
Ain't nobody dropped a mick on me
No one has done anything to me
Its like they tryna plot or sit on me
I sense that someone is scheming against me
Like, "Mack, tighten up your circle before they hurt you"
Someone is warning me to be careful and protect myself
Read they body language
I am able to interpret the nonverbal cues people give off
Eighty-five percent communication non-verbal
Most communication is conveyed without words
Eighty-five percent swear they know you
Many people feel like they understand you, but they only know a small part of you
Ten percent, you know they stories
You only know a small part of most people's stories
Man, the other five, time'll show you, just know you
Over time, you will come to know more about people and learn how they truly are
Then pull they strings, you the puppet-master
If you can interpret people's behavior, you can manipulate them
Play your cards, go against all odds
Take risks and be brave, even when the odds are against you
Shoot for the moon, if you miss, you still amongst those stars
Aim high, and even if you fall short, you will still have accomplished great things
Can you feel the grim reaper floatin'?
I sense death is near
Foul preacher quotin' scriptures from Revelation
Someone is preaching about the end of the world
To talk shit and got the devil waitin'
Some people are speaking negatively, and it could have serious consequences
Body gettin' stiff, soul levitatin'
I am feeling anxious and disconnected from my body
Why do I speak blasphemy?
I am questioning my own words and behavior
Knowing one day they will ask for me
The consequences of my actions will catch up to me eventually
As for my sins, no one will feel his wrath for me
I am responsible for my own actions and will face the consequences
I go through it so you wouldn't do it after me
I am learning from my own mistakes so that others won't have to
Not bitchin', I'm just still cautious
I am not complaining, just being careful
Damn, I feel it in the air, you not sincere
I sense that someone is not being truthful
Nigga, it ain't a "us" or "we" or "I'ma" thing
This is not about anyone else or myself, it is a bigger issue
It's a good-bad karma thing, this a song men of honor sing
This situation is about karma and doing the right thing, which honorable people recognize and act on
I swear I feel something, honestly
I am not making this up, I truly sense that something is going on
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Dave Lewis, Dwight Grant, Dwight Myers
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