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 He told Dame to pass the word on that State Property was no longer in effect, until after he was released.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.
Never Snitch
Beanie Sigel Lyrics
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Niggaz forget about the streets but when they rap they songs
They claim they tote the heat, they quick to clap they guns
In interviews be braggin bout the crack they slung
But when it's war, these cowards never blast, they run
The fuck you think you foolin dog? I live this shit
I know it when niggaz fake it - I live this shit
You can front it all you want but when yo ass gets hot
I'm sayin that to say this - I can plot those hits
I'm connected in every city on capo shit
I ain't even gotta say these niggaz know my ties
A nigga made, therefore whoever cross gon die
Money changin motherfuckers, makin hoes grow nuts
You a bad motherfucker, you don't give no fuck
Let me snap you back to reality dude, shit's real
You a target, niggaz in Houston want you killed
Facemob until it's over, Southside the pipes
Dirty Third in this bitch, J. Prince for life
Dedicated to these niggaz live and breathe that shit
Let the real niggaz shout it out, scream that shit
[Chorus - Scarface]
I never snitch, I never lie
I'm not a bitch, I rather die
Can't nothin change me, not even time
I make the money, money don't make me a dime [x2]
[Beanie Siegel]
Facemob! Yeah
B. Sieg baby, I'm back up in this bitch like what
Fresh out the pen, once again I'm here to grab my nuts
I am hell for real - you doubt it nigga? call my bluff
Only respect men that's real, you coward rat-ass fucks
Who raised you niggaz? Yo father probably hate yo guts
Mad he didn't double up, and that Lifestyle bust
Ya lifestyle fucked, ya duckin, every corner tryna clap at you
Plus fuck ya mother, the bitch ain't shit for havin you
What? If you don't like what I'm sayin, fuck ya attitude
Same lame probably showed these rap niggaz gratitude
Huh, happy they ain't snitch on you
Must I remind yo monkey ass what a bitch might do?
They act like they got yo back to infiltrate yo rest
Then have you talkin (Through The Wire) like Kanye West
To all my real niggaz trapped homey, mind yo tongues
'cause these cowards comin home after firin they ones (?)
I never snitch
[Chorus x2]
[The Game]
Snitch niggaz, bitch niggaz, they all the same face
No matter what hole you crawl in, nigga you ain't safe
All you niggaz is rats, nicknamed Jake
Sam, Curtis or Alpo belong in the same place
A penitentary cell block gettin gang raped
Coward motherfucker, now tell me how my name taste
I leave you bleedin like ya period came late
Red bandana on, call that my Game Face
Niggaz come in all shapes
Some snitches wear Reeboks, some wear Bathing Apes
Sometimes they Crip niggaz, other times Piru
And some snitch niggaz look just like you
I promise to never snitch, like some of my homies
G-Rock, be-Mase, and O.G. Tony
Before I have the police run in ya house
I kiss my son on the cheek and put the gun in my mouth, motherfuckers
[Chorus to fade]
The song "Never Snitch" by Beanie Sigel is a collaboration between him and rappers Scarface and The Game. The song is centered around the idea of staying true to the street code and never snitching or ratting out your associates. Scarface opens the song with a verse that calls out rappers who talk about guns and drugs in their songs but don't actually live that lifestyle. He also emphasizes the importance of being connected in every city and makes it clear that whoever crosses him will die. Beanie Sigel's verse follows this theme and he stresses the importance of being a real man and not a coward. He also calls out those who show gratitude towards people for not snitching on them and reminds everyone of the consequences of being a snitch. The Game finishes off the song with a verse that makes it clear that he will never snitch and doesn't associate with those who do. He calls out snitches by name and says he'll take his own life before snitching.
Line by Line Meaning
Niggaz forget about the streets but when they rap they songs
Some rappers pretend to be tough in their rhymes, but forget their real life struggles.
They claim they tote the heat, they quick to clap they guns
Rappers boast about carrying guns and being violence-ready in their music.
In interviews be braggin bout the crack they slung
Rappers boast about drug dealing and hustling in their interviews.
But when it's war, these cowards never blast, they run
When faced with real danger, these rappers are quick to back down and flee.
The fuck you think you foolin dog? I live this shit
Beanie Sigel sees through the fake posturing of these rappers, as he has lived the realities of street life.
I know it when niggaz fake it - I live this shit
Having experienced the harsh realities of life in the streets, Beanie is able to detect the phoniness of rappers.
You can front it all you want but when yo ass gets hot
Rappers can pretend to be tough and invincible, but they will be exposed when faced with real danger.
Then you can rest assured nigga - yo ass gets got
Those who pretend to be tough will inevitably fall victim to the harsh realities of street life.
I'm sayin that to say this - I can plot those hits
Beanie is experienced and connected enough to carry out hits on those who pretend to be tough.
I'm connected in every city on capo shit
Beanie has connections in every city, and can carry out his plans on a large scale.
I ain't even gotta say these niggaz know my ties
Beanie's connections are so extensive that he doesn't even need to mention them - they are already known.
A nigga made, therefore whoever cross gon die
Beanie is successful and powerful, and anyone who tries to cross him will face lethal consequences.
Money changin motherfuckers, makin hoes grow nuts
Money can change people, making them behave in ways that betray their true character and morals.
You a bad motherfucker, you don't give no fuck
Acting tough and aggressive doesn't make you a badass.
Let me snap you back to reality dude, shit's real
Beanie wants to remind people that the harsh realities of life in the streets cannot be ignored or glossed over.
You a target, niggaz in Houston want you killed
Beanie warns rappers that they are targets, and even those far away in Houston want to harm them.
Dedicated to these niggaz live and breathe that shit
Beanie's dedication to real life in the streets is a driving force behind his music.
I never snitch, I never lie
Beanie values his loyalty and principles, and would never betray anyone or lie.
I'm not a bitch, I rather die
Beanie's principles are so important to him that he would rather die than compromise them.
Can't nothin change me, not even time
Beanie's principles are so deeply ingrained in him that nothing can change them, even the passage of time.
I make the money, money don't make me a dime
Beanie values his principles and loyalty more than money, and won't be corrupted by it.
Some rappers pretend to be tough in their rhymes, but forget their real life struggles.
Rappers boast about carrying guns and being violence-ready in their music.
Rappers boast about drug dealing and hustling in their interviews.
When faced with real danger, these rappers are quick to back down and flee.
Beanie Sigel sees through the fake posturing of these rappers, as he has lived the realities of street life.
Having experienced the harsh realities of life in the streets, Beanie is able to detect the phoniness of rappers.
Rappers can pretend to be tough and invincible, but they will be exposed when faced with real danger.
Those who pretend to be tough will inevitably fall victim to the harsh realities of street life.
Beanie is experienced and connected enough to carry out hits on those who pretend to be tough.
Beanie has connections in every city, and can carry out his plans on a large scale.
Beanie's connections are so extensive that he doesn't even need to mention them - they are already known.
Beanie is successful and powerful, and anyone who tries to cross him will face lethal consequences.
Money can change people, making them behave in ways that betray their true character and morals.
Acting tough and aggressive doesn't make you a badass.
Beanie wants to remind people that the harsh realities of life in the streets cannot be ignored or glossed over.
Beanie warns rappers that they are targets, and even those far away in Houston want to harm them.
Beanie's dedication to real life in the streets is a driving force behind his music.
Beanie values his loyalty and principles, and would never betray anyone or lie.
Beanie's principles are so important to him that he would rather die than compromise them.
Beanie's principles are so deeply ingrained in him that nothing can change them, even the passage of time.
Beanie values his principles and loyalty more than money, and won't be corrupted by it.
Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC, Roba Music
Written by: ANTHONY PKA TONE CAPONE GILMOUR, BRAD JORDAN, DWIGHT GRANT, JAYCEON TAYLOR
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Scarface As Deshell Anthony July 26th
Beanie Sigel As Esmeralda Tolentino April 24th
The Game As Scarlet Alvizo August 20th
00 (Vivica Silas) The Game
01 (Nadia Mabine) Beanie Sigel
03 (Brianna Coleman) Scarface
04 (Latshea Milner) Scarface
06 (Mya Madkins) The Game
07 (Robert McGee) The Game
10 (Antwan Daniels) Beanie Sigel
11 (Javion Piercing) Scarface
14 (Ms Fisher) Scarface
15 (Deshell Anthony) Beanie Sigel
16 (Mrs Ramos) The Game
17 (Scarlet Alvizo) The Game
18 (Ms Hodges) Scarface
19 (Esmeralda Tolentino) Scarface
22 (Ms Newell) Scarface
23 (Herniaria Christopher) The Game
24 (Ms Fagan) The Game
25 (Desiree Flores) The Game
28 (Ms Woodard) Beanie Sigel
29 (Lacina Rowe) Beanie Sigel
30 (Ms Egan) The Game
33 (Marcela Ramirez) Scarface
34 (Mr Deal) Scarface
35 (Akylah Washington) Beanie Sigel
36 (Mr Lewis) Beanie Sigel
37 (Raekea Perkins) Beanie Sigel
40 (Mr Mainates) The Game
41 (Joshua Navarette) The Game
42 (Mrs Nicole) The Game
43 (Amari Mckelvin) Scarface
46 (Mr Stokes) The Game
47 (Jahani Woods) The Game
48 (Ms Riley) Scarface
49 (Martina Johnson) Beanie Sigel
52 (Edgar Colenters) Scarface
53 (Mrs Brewer) Scarface
54 (Mr Baxter) Beanie Sigel
55 (Nestor Mendoza) The Game
56 (Arnuflo Gutierrez) The Game
57 (Leslie Padilla) Scarface
58 (Gerard Garnett) The Game
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@lawrenceperkins549
6ix9ine need to here this may God be with him
@bigstomp120
😂😂😂🗣Word
@orangestreetboy6274
How you “here” shit bruh?
@khristionlouvatin6874
He is a 🐀
@rackscj4255
Lmao
@bryanm6123
Stamp that. I was facin 20 out now on 20 years Probation, with 18 years suspended. Gave em nothing
@Narvaiz170
Game murdered this no question about it !
@kevinjones8242
Scarface killed it
@tonyawamley7427
4 Sho PEIORD !!!!
@mrfinesse6308
No, beans merked this track homie...