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 He told Dame to pass the word on that State Property was no longer in effect, until after he was released.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.
Mom Praying
Beanie Sigel Lyrics
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"Somebody oughta just, reach out and, help me"
Eight decades and four years and gran still kickin
Look at ma, still whippin
Still keep a strap, won't hesitate to give the kids whippins
Tryin to make it to heaven, still livin
Make a visit, stop by the weed spot grab a dub
I hit the front door, smell aroma of her food cookin
My favorite, a pot of rice and her stewed chicken
Hit the basement, holla at Uncle Doc
Nephew, wit Snu kickin
Where dudes, what's your new mission
We bust it up he cold frontin
I know this nigga wanna hold somethin
I know grams upstairs preppin for church
Matchin up her hat, shoes, pocketbooks and skirts
I break her off some dubs, so she can go see the preacher man
Even though I know he false teachin, damn
"Ooh"
All I hear is grams prayin, I keep hearin moms sayin, shit
"Somebody oughta just, reach out and, help me"
That's all I hear is moms prayin, I keep hearin grams sayin
"Somebody oughta just reach out and, help me"
Don't cry mama, your baby boy done weathered the storm
And I found peace right here in your arms
By the way, how you gettin along, huh?
I know it's been tough bearing the pain since daddy's been gone
But, all in all, you still stood tall and never shedded a tear
I'm thankin God you still here
Cause, only heaven knows all my heartaches and setbacks
Goin from a high school dropout to shovelin wet wax
I'm never gon' forget that, look in your eyes, look in your eyes
When you told me that my grandfather died
It was like nothing had happened, naw and I'm knowin that you miss him
But to accept death, is just the side of a good Christian
And I miss him, just words, and I lived it in life lived it in life
And I take it step by step, but I take it in Christ take it in Christ
Cuz I'm knowin I can't make it alone uh, uh
You told me not to buy you a new house because in heaven's your home
And as hurt as I was, I had to smile witcha
And thank God that we crossed paths cuz you one strong sister
And I'm never gon' forget ya
Heaven sent us an angel and the world gon' miss ya mama
"Ooh"
All I hear is grams prayin, I keep hearin moms sayin, shit
"Somebody oughta just, reach out and, help me"
That's all I hear is moms prayin, I keep hearin grams sayin
"Somebody oughta just reach out and, help me"
I'm in love with two women
The one that birth me
And the one that birth her
Know that you gotta hurt me
Before you hurt her or hurt her
Or hurt them or hurt we
I cursed see the worsest death
Beat you niggas to a thirsest breath
Off wit ya head niggas, fuck that all purpose vest
I'm ridin all out for Umi
Christian Caffer, though I follow the path of the Sunni
What can I do but bow down and give offerings
For the lady with the softest skin
Keep picturin grams tuckin me in
Breakin me out of her change purse
Slash teacher, slash preacher, slash changed nurse
One woman, ten boys, seven daughters
Three story house wit no supporter
Damn, you wanna get your life in order
Words from the oldest boy of your youngest daughter
"Ooh"
All I hear is grams prayin, I keep hearin moms sayin, shit
"Somebody oughta just, reach out and, help me"
That's all I hear is moms prayin, I keep hearin grams sayin
"Somebody oughta just reach out and, help me"
The song "Mom Praying" by Beanie Sigel is an emotional tribute to the singer's mother and grandmother, who have both been a significant influence on his life. In the first verse, he describes his grandmother's toughness in still "whippin'" her kids despite her age, while also maintaining her strong faith in God. He visits her and his uncle in the basement to catch up before giving her money for church, even though he knows the preacher is a false teacher. The chorus is a recurring plea from his mother and grandmother for someone to reach out and help them.
The second verse turns to the singer's mother, whom he praises for her resilience after his father's death. He is also grateful for her unwavering support throughout his life, from his struggles with dropping out of high school to becoming a successful rapper. He expresses his love for his mother and grandmother and how they have influenced him, even as he has faced challenges such as conflicts with other people and the inner turmoil of loving two women.
Overall, the song is an ode to the strength and faith of the singer's family matriarchs and their impact on his life.
Line by Line Meaning
I just hear mom praying, I just hear gran sayin
Beanie Sigel hears his mother and grandmother praying for help.
Eight decades and four years and gran still kickin
Beanie Sigel's grandmother is 84 years old and still alive.
Look at ma, still whippin
Beanie Sigel's mother is still alive and disciplining her children.
Still keep a strap, won't hesitate to give the kids whippins
Beanie Sigel's mother still carries a belt to discipline her children when necessary.
Tryin to make it to heaven, still livin
Beanie Sigel's mother and grandmother are trying to live their lives in a way that will earn them a place in heaven.
Make a visit, stop by the weed spot grab a dub
Beanie Sigel visits his weed dealer to buy some marijuana.
I know grams gon' have me a grub
Beanie Sigel knows his grandmother will have cooked him some food.
I hit the front door, smell aroma of her food cookin
Beanie Sigel smells his grandmother's cooking when he enters her home.
My favorite, a pot of rice and her stewed chicken
Beanie Sigel's favorite dish that his grandmother makes is a pot of rice and stewed chicken.
Hit the basement, holla at Uncle Doc
Beanie Sigel visits his uncle in the basement.
Nephew, wit Snu kickin
Beanie Sigel and his nephew are hanging out with Snu.
Where dudes, what's your new mission
Beanie Sigel asks Snu and his nephew about their plans for the future.
We bust it up he cold frontin
Snu is not honest with Beanie Sigel about his plans.
I know this nigga wanna hold somethin
Beanie Sigel suspects that Snu wants to rob someone.
I know grams upstairs preppin for church
Beanie Sigel's grandmother is getting ready to go to church.
Matchin up her hat, shoes, pocketbooks and skirts
Beanie Sigel's grandmother is coordinating her outfit for church.
I break her off some dubs, so she can go see the preacher man
Beanie Sigel gives his grandmother some money so she can go to church and see the preacher.
Even though I know he false teachin, damn
Beanie Sigel knows that the preacher is not preaching the truth.
"Ooh"
Sound effect.
All I hear is grams prayin, I keep hearin moms sayin, shit
Beanie Sigel hears his grandmother and mother praying for help.
"Somebody oughta just, reach out and, help me"
The repeated phrase of Beanie Sigel's mother and grandmother asking for help.
Don't cry mama, your baby boy done weathered the storm
Beanie Sigel comforts his mother, telling her that he has overcome the tough times.
And I found peace right here in your arms
Beanie Sigel feels at peace when he is with his mother.
By the way, how you gettin along, huh?
Beanie Sigel asks his mother how she is doing.
I know it's been tough bearing the pain since daddy's been gone
Beanie Sigel's mother has been struggling since her husband passed away.
But, all in all, you still stood tall and never shedded a tear
Beanie Sigel is proud of his mother for staying strong through the tough times.
I'm thankin God you still here
Beanie Sigel is grateful that his mother is still alive.
Cause, only heaven knows all my heartaches and setbacks
Beanie Sigel has been through a lot of difficult situations that only God knows about.
Goin from a high school dropout to shovelin wet wax
Beanie Sigel went from dropping out of high school to selling drugs.
I'm never gon' forget that, look in your eyes, look in your eyes
Beanie Sigel will always remember the look in his mother's eyes when she told him that his grandfather passed away.
When you told me that my grandfather died
Beanie Sigel's grandfather passed away and his mother had to break the news to him.
It was like nothing had happened, naw and I'm knowin that you miss him
Even though his mother misses Beanie Sigel's grandfather, she remained strong when delivering the news of his death.
But to accept death, is just the side of a good Christian
Beanie Sigel recognizes that accepting death is a part of being a good Christian.
And I miss him, just words, and I lived it in life lived it in life
Beanie Sigel misses his grandfather and has thought about him often throughout his life.
And I take it step by step, but I take it in Christ take it in Christ
Beanie Sigel takes life one step at a time and puts his faith in God to guide him.
Cuz I'm knowin I can't make it alone uh, uh
Beanie Sigel acknowledges that he cannot make it in life alone and needs God's help.
You told me not to buy you a new house because in heaven's your home
Beanie Sigel's mother does not want him to buy her a new house because she believes her true home is in heaven.
And as hurt as I was, I had to smile witcha
Even though Beanie Sigel was hurt, he had to smile with his mother.
And thank God that we crossed paths cuz you one strong sister
Beanie Sigel is thankful to have his strong mother in his life, and he attributes their meeting to God.
And I'm never gon' forget ya
Beanie Sigel promises to never forget his mother.
Heaven sent us an angel and the world gon' miss ya mama
Beanie Sigel believes that his mother is an angel sent from heaven, and he knows that the world will miss her when she passes away.
"Ooh"
Sound effect.
I'm in love with two women
Beanie Sigel loves his mother and grandmother.
The one that birth me
Beanie Sigel is referring to his mother, who gave birth to him.
And the one that birth her
Beanie Sigel is referring to his grandmother, who gave birth to his mother.
Know that you gotta hurt me
Beanie Sigel warns anyone who tries to hurt his mother or grandmother that he will retaliate.
Before you hurt her or hurt her
Beanie Sigel repeats his warning to anyone who wants to harm his loved ones.
Or hurt them or hurt we
Beanie Sigel extends his warning to anyone who wants to harm his family members or himself.
I cursed see the worsest death
Beanie Sigel hopes that anyone who tries to harm his family members will experience the worst possible death.
Beat you niggas to a thirsest breath
Beanie Sigel will fight until his opponents have taken their last breath.
Off wit ya head niggas, fuck that all purpose vest
Beanie Sigel will fatally shoot anyone who comes after his loved ones, regardless of whether they are wearing body armor.
I'm ridin all out for Umi
Beanie Sigel will do anything to protect his mother.
Christian Caffer, though I follow the path of the Sunni
Beanie Sigel is a Christian but also follows Sunni Islam.
What can I do but bow down and give offerings
Beanie Sigel will pray to God and make offerings to show his gratitude for his mother.
For the lady with the softest skin
Beanie Sigel is referring to his mother as a woman with soft skin.
Keep picturin grams tuckin me in
Beanie Sigel remembers his grandmother tucking him in at night when he was a child.
Breakin me out of her change purse
Beanie Sigel's grandmother used to give him money from her purse.
Slash teacher, slash preacher, slash changed nurse
Beanie Sigel's grandmother was a teacher, a preacher, and a caregiver.
One woman, ten boys, seven daughters
Beanie Sigel's grandmother raised 17 children.
Three story house wit no supporter
Beanie Sigel's grandmother raised her children in a three-story house without any help.
Damn, you wanna get your life in order
Beanie Sigel encourages his listeners to get their lives in order.
Words from the oldest boy of your youngest daughter
Beanie Sigel is the oldest son of his mother's youngest daughter, and he is offering advice to his family and listeners.
Lyrics © LYNNE GREEN-MELINCOFF D/B/A HOFFMAN HOUSE MUSIC, BMG Rights Management, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: BRAD JORDAN, DWIGHT GRANT, HARVEY SCALES, JUSTIN SMITH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jerrodmays2929
I lost my dad to lung cancer the first week of August and Scarface's verse hit my veins. My mom is a strong woman willing to accept my dad's death. RIP Dad
@jamalford6995
Praying for you
@jerrodmays2929
@Jamal Ford Thank You
@PiffPoitier910
Stay Strong Bro Prays to you and your family
@jerrodmays2929
@Brandon Newkirk I appreciate that brotha man
@mrkeitt
Peace and love king 👑🙏🏾
@michaelsouthern3007
I damn near cry every time I listen to this. Rip grandma 😢
@jizzel115
Yes bro me too ...makes me miss my mother and grandmother so much...
@TheRealest127
🙏🏾❤️ Rest In Peace To Our Grandmas
@kahrimumia
Indeed