In making it through, the 35-year-old learned several important lessons that impacted his rap career.
“ That’s what I fuel my music on,” he says. “I’m speaking about the past, and I can still understand what the young cats are doing now because I’ve been through it. Everything I write about has 100 percent truth to it. Did it happen today, did it happen yesterday? No. But has it happened in my lifetime? Yes. ”
Scoob first met Tech N9ne during their junior high days at Bingham Middle School. Tech, squared off against Scoob in a beatboxing competition. The two quickly became friends, particularly when Scoob learned that Tech lived in his same neighborhood.
The two lost touch soon after graduating from Southwest High in 1991. Tech moved on to work on his rap career, while Scoob was still running the streets.
In the mid ‘90s after Scoob had cleaned up his act and began pursuing music, their paths crossed again. This time they met up at a music expo in Minnesota. Scoob was looking at starting his own group, while Tech was in between labels. The two helped form the successful local rap group, 57th Street Rogue Dog Villains, which released four albums under Midwestside Records, including the popular single, “Let’s Get Fu---- Up.”
In 2002, Tech N9ne left to help form Strange Music. Meanwhile, Scoob’s distribution label filed for bankruptcy.
Fed up with the music game, Scoob left it entirely to help raise his four daughters.
“ I went home and did the family thing for six, seven years, Scoob says. I’ve just been laying low out of people’s eyesight, regrouping. ”
Tech N9ne was the one to coax Big Scoob back into the rap game after all those years. Scoob helped out on some collaboration with Tech and Strange Music and eventually his desire for the industry came back.
In 2009, Big Scoob released his debut solo album titled "Monsterifik". There is also talk of a new album for the group 57th Street Rogue Dog Villains.
Gimme a Beat
Big Scoob Lyrics
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In '86 I was jumped in
Screamin' 5'6", ain't that a bitch
Cause it's the same gang, we still hang, we still bang
Whatever it takes to maintain the dope game of this rap game
I done paid dues on my real trues
Fuck an OG, I'm OV
Front line doing war crimes
Held it down while my niggas' called time
On my grind, hustlin' hard
Stayin' strapped, prepared for war
Anything for my villains, nigga
Sell this Ye, bust this nigga
He don't pay, rob that nigga
All in the name of villain
Now we killin' 'em in this rap game
Fuck that fame, chasin' cheddar
Makin' more better, way to clever
Had to flip the script now
Everybody screamin' 5'6"
Worldwide with this block shit
I'm just fucking around dog! Alright?
The lyrics to Big Scoob's song "Gimme A Beat" reflect his background and experiences in the gang and rap game. He starts by asking his collaborator, Tech, to provide a beat, setting the tone for the rest of the song. He then references his entry into the gang in 1986, proudly claiming his affiliation and asserting his identity as a member. Despite the passing years, he emphasizes the lasting loyalty and camaraderie that persists within the gang.
Scoob goes on to explain that he has paid his dues and doesn't need validation from older gang members (OGs), as he has become a leader himself. He describes himself as a big homie, a big dog, someone who is respected and known on the streets. The lyrics also touch upon the lengths he is willing to go to maintain his position in the rap game and his dedication to his fellow gang members.
Scoob demonstrates his commitment to the lifestyle, referring to engaging in criminal activities such as selling drugs, robbing and busting people who don't pay. He juxtaposes this harsh reality with his pursuit of success in the rap game, emphasizing his determination to make money and improve his situation. Ultimately, he aims to establish his name and reputation worldwide, uniting the street culture and rap scene.
In the last line, Scoob clarifies that he is just joking around, using playful language to lighten the intensity of the lyrics and perhaps acknowledging that some may interpret his words as bravado or exaggeration. This line adds an element of self-awareness to the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey Tech give me a beat man
Requesting Tech to provide a musical beat for the song
In '86 I was jumped in
I became a member of a gang in 1986 through initiation
Screamin' 5'6', ain't that a bitch
Boasting about my height and mocking those who find it surprising
Cause it's the same gang, we still hang, we still bang
Despite the passage of time, we remain loyal members of the same gang, staying connected and involved in criminal activities
Whatever it takes to maintain the dope game of this rap game
Willing to do whatever is necessary to sustain a successful career in both the drug trade and the music industry
I done paid dues on my real trues
I have faced hardships and experienced struggles for my authentic friends and gang
Fuck an OG, I'm OV
Disregarding the authority of the Original Gangsters, I consider myself the Original Villain
Villain niggas, big homie, nigga, big dog, ya'll know me
Addressing myself as the prominent figure among villainous individuals, emphasizing my significance and presence
Front line doing war crimes
Actively engaging in violent criminal activities at the forefront of the gang
Held it down while my niggas' called time
Remained loyal and committed to my gang members during their prison sentences
On my grind, hustlin' hard
Consistently working hard and pursuing illegal activities to earn money
Stayin' strapped, prepared for war
Being armed and ready for confrontations and conflicts
Anything for my villains, nigga
Willing to do anything to support and protect my fellow criminals
Sell this Ye, bust this nigga
Selling drugs and committing acts of violence against individuals who pose a threat to our criminal operations
He don't pay, rob that nigga
If someone fails to pay, resorting to robbery as a means of obtaining what is owed
All in the name of villain
Justifying all criminal actions and behaviors under the banner of being a villain
Now we killin' 'em in this rap game
Dominating and excelling in the music industry through our aggressive and impactful style
Fuck that fame, chasin' cheddar
Disregarding the pursuit of fame and focusing on accumulating wealth and money
Makin' more better, way to clever
Continuously improving and becoming more skilled, displaying superior intelligence
Had to flip the script now
Changing the course of my life and adopting a new approach
Everybody screamin' 5'6'
Gaining widespread recognition and respect, with everyone celebrating and acknowledging my height
Worldwide with this block shit
Achieving global success and influence with my involvement in criminal street activities
I'm just fucking around dog! Alright?
I'm joking and not being serious. Is that okay?
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Stewart Duane Ashby
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