Problem Child
D.P.D. Lyrics


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[Chorus]
Why can't you be man enough (aha ha ha)
To tell me where your coming from (oh oh)
(yea where you at nigga?)
(load up nigga)
(who aha ha ha)

Yo, can't really figure this clown out
Where is he from Jamaica, Queens, Cali or down south? (where you from?)
And I could let an LA gun hit 'em
But Grape Street already told me you pay 'em to run wit' 'em (?)
I could let a New York knife poke 'em
With 1 of my throw aliways but I don't wanna see no cops smoke 'em
Uh somebody tell Pa we ridin' (we ridin')
And get read to auction of the car he die in (Ebay)
Whenever we bump heads, since you like havin' people witchu
Getchu a hospital with bunk beds (ha ha ha)
Without Dr.Dre you would just make slow jams
Come up outta that witness protection program ?
Hov don't really respect you, get in ya place
If Big was alive he'da probably spit in ya face
Nas been doin' just fine without you (esco)
And pac probably woulda made an album about you (yea)
So I guess that just leaves me here to get rid of you
And Rakim an 'em they don't even consider you (uh uh)
Em know you ain't got nothin' for jada (nothin')
And I know he appreciates all the money you made 'em
It's two thousand and 5 nobody fights fair (uh uh)
I just know an instrumentals ya worse nightmare
But you tough and you bad too bad you mad (yea)
Probably been in ya own hood more than you have (ok)
Yea you sold more records than me
But in the streets you gon' always be second to me
We was damn near feelin' you (uh huh)
Even though ya careers is based on somebody damn near killin' you
Shit you be doin' ain't even considered rappin' to us (nah)
This is probably the best thing to happen to us
The best wanksta, internet gangsta, magazine mobster
Shit on ya whole roster (uh)
Get ready to say hail mary's and our fathers
Get out ya black suits and hard bottoms
Haha and don't worry I got 'em
He ain't a problem child just a child with a problem (D-Block ahaha)

(aha ha)
Why can't you be man enough (we love it nigga)
To tell me where your coming from (lets go)
(0-5)(SP)

D-Block don't think it nigga (D-Block)
Take a piss in ya formula 50, drink it nigga
Get shot out the reeboks nigga
Got shot and ain't shoot nothin' back, yous a biatch nigga (yous a bitch)
If I woulda got shot on grandmas stoop
I'd woulda aired somebody grandma duke, right? (ha)
In the streets they say "50 who shot ya?"
Named 3 niggas soon as he came out the doctor (you told 'em)(come on)
And you far from a gangsta nigga
You was talkin' bout yaself when you made wanksta nigga (haha)
Listen, why work out cock guns on the D-V-D (why)
Run around with cops from homicide and T-N-T? (cops)
Nigga you can suck my dick
Come around without cops shits on you gon' get touched quick (you get touched)
'cause I was at the vibe when it jumped off, put 50 grand up
You pussy you ain't even lift a hand up (you didn't do shit)
Ya man stabbed somethin', police grabbed somethin'
But besides that I ain't see nobody man up?
Shit what the plot is about? (what?)
'cause you know that you don't need a dentist to get shot in the mouth (uh uh)
And the hood hate ya shit but you hot in the south
It's the crackas that buy the album what's the plottin' about? (whats it about)
Many men make a wish but we ain't many men (uh uh)
So you gon' get death when we let them semis spit (what?)

[Chorus]

Why can't you be man enough




To tell me where your coming from
To tell me where your coming from

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of D.P.D.'s song Problem Child are a direct attack against the rapper 50 Cent, stemming from a long-standing feud between him and members of the D-Block hip hop crew. Throughout the song, the lyrics detail a lack of respect for 50 Cent's artistic abilities and persona, with jabs criticizing everything from his self-proclaimed "gangsta" image, to his alleged association with law enforcement officials. The song's lyrics are a response to 50 Cent's song Piggy Bank, in which he attacks numerous rappers including Jadakiss and Fat Joe.


The chorus of the song emphasizes the D-Block's crew's desire for 50 Cent to be more transparent in his approach to music and as a public persona, indicating that they see him as disingenuous and trying to obscure something about himself from the world. The lyrics suggest that 50 Cent's image is a charade and that his success is largely artificial, likely the result of savvy marketing tactics or outside forces.


Ultimately, the song serves as a confrontational diss track against 50 Cent, attacking his reputation while also elevating the D-Block crew by comparison. The song's visceral lyrics and driving beats make it a classic example of the battle rap genre.


Line by Line Meaning

Why can't you be man enough (aha ha ha)
You lack the courage to be honest and upfront about your motives.


To tell me where your coming from (oh oh)
To explain your background and what drives you to do what you do.


(yea where you at nigga?)
Where are you located, or where do you come from?


(load up nigga)
Get ready for a fight or confrontation.


(who aha ha ha)
A mocking laugh at the person in question.


Yo, can't really figure this clown out
I cannot comprehend the behavior of this foolish person.


Where is he from Jamaica, Queens, Cali or down south? (where you from?)
The person's origin is uncertain and not easily identifiable.


And I could let an LA gun hit 'em
I could have someone in Los Angeles shoot and harm the person.


But Grape Street already told me you pay 'em to run wit' 'em (?)
Another gang has already informed me that you pay them to protect you.


I could let a New York knife poke 'em
I could have someone in New York stab the person.


With 1 of my throw aliways but I don't wanna see no cops smoke 'em
I have a weapon called a throw always, but I do not want to see the police kill the person.


Uh somebody tell Pa we ridin' (we ridin')
Inform Pa that we are ready to fight.


And get read to auction of the car he die in (Ebay)
Prepare to sell the car the person will die in at an auction.


Whenever we bump heads, since you like havin' people witchu
Whenever we experience conflict, as you enjoy having people support you.


Getchu a hospital with bunk beds (ha ha ha)
Be prepared to stay in the hospital for an extended period, possibly in a shared room.


Without Dr.Dre you would just make slow jams
You rely on Dr. Dre to produce hits, otherwise your music would be mediocre.


Come up outta that witness protection program ?
Leave the witness protection program and face the consequences of your actions.


Hov don't really respect you, get in ya place
Jay-Z has no respect for you, and you should be aware of your position.


If Big was alive he'da probably spit in ya face
The late Notorious B.I.G. would have disrespected and publicly insulted you.


Nas been doin' just fine without you (esco)
Nas is successful without your involvement or influence.


And pac probably woulda made an album about you (yea)
The late Tupac Shakur would have dedicated an album to you, in a negative way.


So I guess that just leaves me here to get rid of you
Since other artists have shown their disrespect, it is up to me to eliminate you.


And Rakim an 'em they don't even consider you (uh uh)
Even older, legendary rap artists like Rakim do not acknowledge your contributions to the genre.


Em know you ain't got nothin' for jada (nothin')
Eminem knows you cannot compete with Jadakiss in terms of lyrical skill.


And I know he appreciates all the money you made 'em
Eminem is grateful for the financial success you helped him achieve.


It's two thousand and 5 nobody fights fair (uh uh)
In the year 2005, there are no rules in a fight or dispute.


I just know an instrumentals ya worse nightmare
You cannot compete on a rap instrumental, so it is futile to try.


But you tough and you bad too bad you mad (yea)
You may act like a tough guy, but your anger makes you weak.


Probably been in ya own hood more than you have (ok)
You are not as connected to your own neighborhood as others are.


Yea you sold more records than me
You may have sold more albums than me, but it does not make you superior.


But in the streets you gon' always be second to me
In terms of respect and influence in the streets, I will always be ahead of you.


We was damn near feelin' you (uh huh)
There was a time when people liked and respected you.


Even though ya careers is based on somebody damn near killin' you
Your career was boosted by a near-death experience, which is not a positive thing.


Shit you be doin' ain't even considered rappin' to us (nah)
Your current actions and behavior are not considered respectable in the rap community.


This is probably the best thing to happen to us
Your downfall is a positive thing for us and our standing in the rap world.


The best wanksta, internet gangsta, magazine mobster
You pretend to be tough and streetwise on the internet and in magazines, but it is all fake.


Shit on ya whole roster (uh)
I have no respect for your entire group or team.


Get ready to say hail Mary's and our fathers
Prepare for your impending death and face possible religious consequences.


Get out ya black suits and hard bottoms
Prepare for a funeral, wearing formal clothing.


Haha and don't worry I got 'em
Do not worry, I am prepared to handle the situation.


He ain't a problem child just a child with a problem (D-Block ahaha)
You are not a difficult person to deal with, you just have personal issues that affect your behavior.


(0-5)(SP)
Referring to the year 2005 and the rap group D-Block.


D-Block don't think it nigga (D-Block)
The D-Block rap group does not respect you or your actions.


Take a piss in ya formula 50, drink it nigga
I disrespect you to the point where I will urinate in your product and force you to consume it.


Got shot and ain't shoot nothin' back, yous a biatch nigga (yous a bitch)
You were attacked but failed to defend yourself, indicating cowardice.


If I woulda got shot on grandmas stoop
If I were in the same position as you, on a grandmother's porch...


I'd woulda aired somebody grandma duke, right? (ha)
I would have resorted to violence and even harmed an innocent old woman.


In the streets they say "50 who shot ya?"
People on the streets question your credibility and toughness after being shot.


Named 3 niggas soon as he came out the doctor (you told 'em)(come on)
You quickly named three people you thought shot you as soon as you woke up in the hospital (indicating snitching).


And you far from a gangsta nigga
Despite your image, behavior, and rap lyrics, you are not a true gangster.


You was talkin' bout yaself when you made wanksta nigga (haha)
Your song "Wanksta" was essentially just describing your own life and persona.


Listen, why work out cock guns on the D-V-D (why)
Why do you display and work out your guns on video? Is it for show?


Run around with cops from homicide and T-N-T? (cops)
Why do you associate with law enforcement officials from the Homicide and Tactical Narcotics Teams?


Nigga you can suck my dick
A vulgar insult, expressing disrespect and disregard for the person.


Come around without cops shits on you gon' get touched quick (you get touched)
If you come around without police protection, you will be quickly harmed or attacked.


'cause I was at the vibe when it jumped off, put 50 grand up
I was present at a certain event and offered $50,000 to those who would fight you.


You pussy you ain't even lift a hand up (you didn't do shit)
You were too scared and cowardly to even fight back during the confrontation.


Ya man stabbed somethin', police grabbed somethin'
One of your associates was involved in a violent incident, but the police intervened before anything else happened.


But besides that I ain't see nobody man up?
In this situation, nobody stepped up to face the challenge or take responsibility.


Shit what the plot is about? (what?)
What is the main goal or motive behind your actions?


'cause you know that you don't need a dentist to get shot in the mouth (uh uh)
You are aware that anyone can get shot in the face, regardless of their dental health.


And the hood hate ya shit but you hot in the south
People in the neighborhood dislike your music, but you are popular and sell well in southern regions.


It's the crackas that buy the album what's the plottin' about? (whats it about)
White people are the main consumers of your music, which raises suspicions and questions.


Many men make a wish but we ain't many men (uh uh)
Many people want to harm you, but only a few are successfully able to do so.


So you gon' get death when we let them semis spit (what?)
You will be killed when we shoot at you with semi-automatic handguns.




Lyrics © MUSIC SALES CORPORATION, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: PHILIP JAMES BAILEY, KAREEM BROWN, BRENCE SKINNER, CHARLES STEPNEY, MAURICE WHITE, VERDINE WHITE

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