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 He told Dame to pass the word on that State Property was no longer in effect, until after he was released.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.
Lord Have Mercy
Beanie Sigel Lyrics
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Find that polished treasure like Eddie Laverde
I do my dirt so my kids see heaven on earth
But the pain on my heart weighs heavy it hurt
Hope you see my good intentions for whatever its worth
No self convictions when I mention my intentions in verse
Like a preacher or a deacon when he speakin' in church
Know its a lesson that I'm teachin' if you seekin' my verse
Like the droppin' of them towers man its plain to see
That them cowards cant sing a song that'll lead us in?
They'd rather march and hold hands like M-L-K
The nigga in me like Malcolm little said 'all means necessary'
So by all means I'm armed and my weapons ready
I got my lessons ready
Hopin' I learned em before I'm laid to rest and buried
Have mercy on me.
Please have mercy on me
Please have mercy on me
Pressure bust pipes
Pressure can also make a diamond
Pressure can bust a man wrestlin' wit his conscience
His self accusin' spirit of his past
(but our lord knows mercy is greater than his wrath)
So in that, I not only pray for me, I pray for he. my dead brother Robert
Help him wit his problems
And the bumps and grinds
And the evil things and thoughts that run through his mind
Take a hand on my sister j blige
As I listen to her life go down watchin her life spin round
On them records
Every track she sing in prayer
Give her no drama let her rainy days be clear
Receivin' signs from Osama that the days is near
When babies is baby mommas man them days is here
It means that them days is now
I pray that the lord have mercy when my day come round
Please have mercy on me
Please have mercy on me
We need your mercy (lord I need)
I need your mercy (Have mercy on me)
Have mercy on my soul(for my soul)
On my soul (for my soul)
For my soul
B.i.g. p.o.p.p.a. p.a.c. left eye j.m.j.
B.i.g. l. p.u.n. Eazy E Aaliyah r.i.p.
The lyrics of Beanie Sigel's song Lord Have Mercy are a poignant reflection on a life mired in struggles and pain. The lines convey his journey towards self-redemption and enlightenment despite the challenges and obstacles that he faces. The opening lines "I'm tryin' a climb a stairways to heaven like led zeppelin; Find that polished treasure like Eddie Laverde" serve as a metaphor for his aspiration to achieve success and prosperity but is weighed down by the moral dilemmas he faces.
Further down in the song, Sigel talks about his children and the weight of his heart, which is a recurring theme of the song. Although he wants to give his children a better life, his past deeds and struggles make it increasingly challenging for him. The lines "Like a preacher or a deacon when he speakin' in church; Know its a lesson that I'm teachin' if you seekin' my verse" showcase his perception of himself as a teacher, hoping his words of wisdom will inspire and guide someone else in their life's journey.
Additionally, Beanie Sigel reflects on the struggles of African American communities and the role of historical figures like Malcolm X and Martin Luther King. He believes that the lessons these leaders taught are still relevant today and that it takes more than mere words to effect change. Finally, the refrain "Lord, have mercy on me" is a humble appeal to a higher power, recognizing his past wrongs, and seeking forgiveness.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm tryin' a climb a stairways to heaven like led zeppelin
I'm striving to reach greatness and prosperity, like the band Led Zeppelin's song 'Stairway to Heaven'
Find that polished treasure like Eddie Laverde
I aim to acquire wealth and treasure just like Eddie Laverde from the movie 'Carlito's Way'
I do my dirt so my kids see heaven on earth
I make difficult decisions and live life on the edge so that my children can have a better life in this world
But the pain on my heart weighs heavy it hurt
However, the emotional burden of my actions weighs heavy on me and it hurts me deeply
Hope you see my good intentions for whatever its worth
I hope people can understand my intentions and that they are for the greater good
No self convictions when I mention my intentions in verse
I don't question my intentions when I express them in my lyrics
Like a preacher or a deacon when he speakin' in church
I preach and deliver my messages like a religious leader
Know its a lesson that I'm teachin' if you seekin' my verse
My lyrics are intended to teach valuable lessons to those who listen
Like the shocker the hour be a grievous thing
The end of times will be a serious and painful event like an electric shock
Like the droppin' of them towers man its plain to see
Like the tragic 9/11 terrorist attack, some catastrophic events are evident and undeniable
That them cowards cant sing a song that'll lead us in?
Cowards can't provide a path that leads to progress or improvement
They'd rather march and hold hands like M-L-K
They prefer peaceful protests and demonstrations like Martin Luther King Jr. rather than making real changes
The nigga in me like Malcolm little said 'all means necessary'
Like Malcolm X, I believe that drastic measures are necessary to gain freedom
So by all means I'm armed and my weapons ready
Therefore, I'm ready to use any means to achieve my goals, and I'm prepared with weapons if necessary
I got my lessons ready
I'm mentally and spiritually prepared, and I've learned my life lessons
Hopin' I learned em before I'm laid to rest and buried
I hope that I learned all my valuable life lessons before I die
Please have mercy on me.
I ask for mercy and forgiveness for my actions
Pressure bust pipes
Intense pressure can cause damage, like how overextending yourself can harm you
Pressure can also make a diamond
Pressures can create something invaluable, like how diamonds are created under pressure
Pressure can bust a man wrestlin' wit his conscience
Emotional and moral pressure can cause a man to struggle with their inner conflicts
His self accusin' spirit of his past
He feels guilty and self-accusatory about things that he has done in the past
(but our lord knows mercy is greater than his wrath)
Despite the mistakes you've made, God's mercy is greater than His anger
So in that, I not only pray for me, I pray for he. my dead brother Robert
I not only pray for myself, but I also pray for my deceased brother, Robert
Help him wit his problems
I ask for guidance and the resolution of my brother's problems
And the bumps and grinds
I ask for aid in handling the difficulties of life
And the evil things and thoughts that run through his mind
I ask for help with his negative thoughts and actions
Take a hand on my sister j blige
I ask for divine intervention for my sister, Mary J. Blige
As I listen to her life go down watchin her life spin round
I observe Mary J. Blige's life spiral downwards
On them records
Her struggles are depicted on her records
Every track she sing in prayer
Mary J. Blige prays through her music
Give her no drama let her rainy days be clear
I hope her life is drama-free, and her difficult days are made clear
Receivin' signs from Osama that the days is near
I receive signs that dark times are near, similar to Osama bin Laden's terrorist attacks
When babies is baby mommas man them days is here
When there are so many single mothers, it is a sign of difficult times.
It means that them days is now
It means that those difficult times are currently taking place
I pray that the lord have mercy when my day come round
I ask for mercy and forgiveness from God when my time comes
We need your mercy (lord I need)
Humanity needs your mercy and forgiveness
I need your mercy (Have mercy on me)
I specifically need your mercy and forgiveness
Have mercy on my soul(for my soul)
I ask for mercy and forgiveness for my soul specifically
On my soul (for my soul)
I'm asking for divine mercy and forgiveness for my soul particularly
B.i.g. p.o.p.p.a. p.a.c. left eye j.m.j.
I mention the names of musicians who have passed away, including The Notorious B.I.G., Tupac, Aaliyah, Lisa 'Left Eye' Lopes, and Jam Master Jay
B.i.g. l. p.u.n. Eazy E Aaliyah r.i.p.
I continue to mention musicians who have passed away, including The Notorious B.I.G., Big L, Big Pun, Eazy E, and Aaliyah RIP
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Written by: DWIGHT GRANT, MELVIN CARTER
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But I know the Lord mercy is greater than his wrath
Wink Reeves
"Still Goes Hard".
Davey D
My dear brother Robert help him with his problems
And the bumps and grinds
And the evil things and thoughts that run through his mind...... talking bout R Kelly
kavienjay8
Yep
cygriffin83
Damn I didnt realize he was talkin bout the R. U hella right.
Ashleigh Lawson
Davey D I just caught that after all these years... wow I think he was.
Chuckie Sol
I remember when this came out like 14yrs ago those bars always stuck with me. That "no comment" by jay confirms these lines.
mackydthepoet mackydthepoet
Man this song touches my soul..pressure bust pipes, pressure can also make a diamond, pressure can bust a man wrestling with conscience.. 🖤
dunmega tate
Powerful.