Born to an African American/Indian father and an Italian/Jewish mother, Bizzy Bone started in hip-hop as a founding member of the group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. Formed in 1993, this Cleveland-based crew first caught the ear of N.W.A. member Eazy-E.
Their trademark double and triple-time sung/rapped harmonies brought something new to the table at a time when most acts were busy trying to imitate what was featured on Dr. Dre's The Chronic. The unique sound prompted multi-platinum record sales, won them a Grammy, and brought the spotlight to the long-neglected Midwestern hip-hop community.
As a solo performer, Bizzy Bone is well known for his high-speed rhyme style and unique singing abilities. Continually writing and recording around the clock, he released his first solo album in 1998, the personal and introspective Heaven'z Movie. After receiving critical acclaim, Bizzy went on to write and release The Gift in 2001, Alpha and Omega in 2004, and The Beginning and the End, also in 2004, For The Fans vol. 1 and vol. 2 in 2005, The Story, Thugs Revenge, The Midwest Cowboy, and From Your Righteousness in 2006. His latest album Ruthless was released on March 4th 2008.
Bizzy's work has been awarded by numerous respected groups, including an ASCAP Award, the Michael Jackson Soul Train Award, a Blockbuster Award, an American Music Award, and the NAACP - Back To School/Stay in School Youth Rally Award. He has become a member of Hip Hop's elite, collaborating with modern hip-hop legends such as P Diddy, Snoop Dogg, as well as the late Eazy-E, 2Pac, and The Notorious B.I.G..
Not Afraid
Bizzy Bone Lyrics
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Studio rap productions (this is how we ride)
Uh (and this is how we ride, seventh sign)
[Verse 1]
My seventh sign niggaz still in that thang a dang
Knelt down come around my way
That's how we monster mash
Hey, hey and then I'll be pay-e-yayd
Fresh out of them carcus mountains
Fountain of youth viking the future and truth
The revolution of runaway slave don't stop 'til the execution
I'm rappin, workin for my people don't beg for no restitution
Bizzy be khaki'd up baby dust a mink
You gotta love me cuase I'm ghetto fabulous
What do you think, half breed rock the mic
Seven don't rock no pig I'm giving the people what they like
I've heard of murder but I don't know nothing
Like 'ternal clink, sink
I ain't had a drink in four motherfuckin weeks
I'm gonna go split my dome, what do you think
You better believe it
[Chorus]
I'm not afraid to die
And I'm not afraid to fight, and we can
Bang, bang all day (all day), all night (all night)
All night (all night), this is how we ride
This is how we ride
And I'm not afraid to die, and I'm not afraid to fight
So we can bang, bang all day (all day)
All night (all night, all night) this is how we ride
This is how we ride, (this is how we ride)
[Verse 2]
Puerto Ricans call me papi cholo stop drop
Pop in the blunt black mafioso
Bullets be rellellen through you fucks
Gotta a cop coppin a co-co
The block is hotter than lava
My nigga dial it this is devotion, holla
One of thee broke heart rapper
Your hatred is gasoline my words are vitamin mena
You need to shut your mouth and mind your manners
Gettin high since I was nine
Dead homies, I could still smell pine
And wether I twist my tongue or not
Little Bizzy still gonna shine
So re-lax your mind and let your conscience be free
And get down to murderous music from me
Check out my new thang please
Don't let 'em rap they whack
Don't know how to move thangs, pack
Or playin in stadiums, third markets
I threw thangs back
And I'm the rebel that made it rappin 'bout crack
Read many books to elevate my levels
So the words would match I am the fresh batch
Bakery, seasons veteran kesh
Now let me ride, gotta thank God just for saving a wretch
So y'all come on
[Chorus]
I'm not afraid to die
And I'm not afraid to fight, and we can
Bang, bang all day (all day), all night (all night)
All night (all night), this is how we ride
This is how we ride
And I'm not afraid to die, and I'm not afraid to fight
So we can bang, bang all day (all day)
All night (all night, all night) and this is how we ride
This is how we ride, (this is how we ride)
[Verse 3]
Bizzy ain't never made no honor roll
Dope dealin and dropped out
Got addicted to money can't stop it
This is what it's all about
Drunk, yellin "Geronimo" here foo
Seven is jumpin with me black limo window tinted
Roll it down let 'em smell that sticky
This Bizzy the Kid let the prescense come
Graze your city I refuse to go back to funerals
Niggaz be dying to quickly
Cause the knuckle heads get buckled
I know they comin to get me in my life
Like I'm blackula only the lights been with me
Here we go into the king elected by the people
I gotta grip on things I'm watching evil
You know my steez plus believe that I'm gone with it
From dusk to dawn you could ask the matradi
Bizzy got that Filet Mignon
I don't need no empathy play the track
As I control the symphony
Gotta get my monopoly property of that nigga Bizzy
Thought he was hard and got his jaw brought
Bitch I can pass out, get up, start rappin and have it all locked
[Chorus]
I'm not afraid to die
And I'm not afraid to fight, and we can
Bang, bang all day (all day), all night (all night)
All night (all night), this is how we ride
This is how we ride
And I'm not afraid to die, and I'm not afraid to fight
So we can bang, bang all day (all day)
All night (all night, all night) this is how we ride
This is how we ride, (this is how we ride)
Bizzy Bone’s “Not Afraid” is a rap song that expresses his fearlessness in the face of death and his willingness to fight for what he believes in. In the first verse, Bizzy references his affiliation with the Seventh Sign and the loyalty among its members. He also brags about his fearlessness and independence on the streets ("Sip that crown all day everyday") and his commitment to his people (“the revolution of runaway slaves don’t stop till the execution”). In the chorus, he affirms his strength and toughness, not being hesitant to fight and ready to "bang all day, all night" and concludes "this is how we ride". In the second verse, Bizzy Bone highlights his Puerto Rican roots and his embrace of drugs and violence. He also references his resilience throughout his career, disregarding the criticism of others, and the pressure to conform to the norm. While expressing how he remains successful despite obstacles, Bizzy states that he is grateful for life and tries his best to avoid unnecessary deaths in his circles. In the third verse, he raps about his rise to fame and success through hard work, determination, and his ability to control his flow while in the presence of his enemies.
Overall, "Not Afraid" is a song about fearlessness, belief in oneself, and the willingness to stand up and fight in the face of danger. Bizzy Bone neglects to view death as his enemy and instead envisions it as an inevitability. The song demonstrates a clear understanding of the harsh reality of living in impoverished areas with little to no opportunities, highlighting the significance of loyalty and the importance of living life as if every moment is the last.
Line by Line Meaning
My seventh sign n****s still in that thang a dang
My crew is still heavily involved in the gang lifestyle
Knelt down come around my way
Submit and pay homage to me and my crew
That's how we monster mash
This is how we party and have fun
Sip that crown all day everyday
Drink Crown Royal whiskey all the time
Fresh out of them carcus mountains
Just came back from the mountains where we hunt and kill animals
Fountain of youth viking the future and truth
We are like Vikings seeking eternal youth, and we represent the future and truth
The revolution of runaway slave don't stop 'til the execution
We are fighting for freedom like runaway slaves, and won't stop until we achieve it
I'm rappin, workin for my people don't beg for no restitution
I'm rapping to represent my community, and don't need anyone's help or pity
Bizzy be khaki'd up baby dust a mink
I'm wearing khaki clothes and a mink fur coat
You gotta love me cuase I'm ghetto fabulous
I'm confident in my style and charisma, and people love me for it
What do you think, half breed rock the mic
I am a mixed race rapper and rock the microphone well
Seven don't rock no pig I'm giving the people what they like
I don't wear police badges on my clothes, and I'm giving the people music they enjoy
I've heard of murder but I don't know nothing
I've heard of violent crimes, but I don't have any knowledge or involvement in them
Like 'ternal clink, sink
I don't want to be in prison for life
I ain't had a drink in four motherfuckin weeks
I haven't had alcohol in a while
I'm gonna go split my dome, what do you think
I'm going to smoke marijuana, what do you think?
You better believe it
It's true, don't doubt me
I'm not afraid to die
I'm not scared of death
And I'm not afraid to fight
I'm not scared to get into fights
Bang, bang all day (all day), all night (all night)
We are constantly shooting guns and being violent
This is how we ride
This is how we live our lives
Puerto Ricans call me papi cholo stop drop
Puerto Ricans call me daddy gangster, stop everything
Pop in the blunt black mafioso
Smoke marijuana like a black gangster
Bullets be rellellen through you fucks
Bullets will go through your body
Gotta a cop coppin a co-co
I have a police officer addicted to cocaine as a customer
The block is hotter than lava
The neighborhood is very dangerous and violent
My n**** dial it this is devotion, holla
My friend needs to focus and pay attention to me
One of thee broke heart rapper
I am one of the most broke and depressed rappers
Your hatred is gasoline my words are vitamin mena
Your hate fuels me, and my words are positive and nourishing
You need to shut your mouth and mind your manners
You should be quiet and show respect
Gettin high since I was nine
I have been using drugs since I was nine years old
Dead homies, I could still smell pine
I still miss my dead friends, and can remember the smell of pine wood at their funeral
And wether I twist my tongue or not
Whether I rap well or not
Little Bizzy still gonna shine
I will still succeed no matter what
So re-lax your mind and let your conscience be free
Relax and let your thoughts and morality be open as we listen to the music
And get down to murderous music from me
Enjoy my violent and aggressive music
'Cause the knuckle heads get buckled
Cause foolish people to die or go to prison
I know they comin to get me in my life
I know people are trying to hurt or kill me
Like I'm blackula only the lights been with me
I feel cursed and alone, like a black vampire
Bizzy got that Filet Mignon
I have the best life and success possible
I don't need no empathy play the track
I don't need sympathy, just play the music
As I control the symphony
As I direct and influence the music
Gotta get my monopoly property of that n**** Bizzy
I have to obtain financial success and power like a game of Monopoly
Thought he was hard and got his jaw brought
Someone who thought they were tough and got beaten up
Bitch I can pass out, get up, start rappin and have it all locked
I can get knocked out, wake up, and still dominate in rap music
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANDREAS JOHNSON
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