Rap Game
D12 feat. 50 Cent Lyrics

The rap game, hip-hop 101
The world of rap music, the basics and fundamentals of hip-hop

The hardest nine to five you'll ever have
Being a rapper is a demanding and challenging job, likened to a full-time job

You can't learn this shit in no history book
The knowledge and experience required to succeed in the rap game cannot be obtained from traditional education

You ready to rap, motherfucker?
Are you prepared to engage in the art of rapping, with all its challenges and consequences?

You ready to sell your soul? Hahaha
Are you willing to compromise your integrity and make sacrifices for success in the rap game?

The rap game will fuck you up
The rap game can have detrimental effects on those who enter it, both mentally and emotionally

I'm a disrupted nigga, you made me crazy
I am a disturbed individual, driven to madness by the circumstances and influences in my life

You shoulda slayed me as a baby
It would have been better if I were killed when I was still an infant

Behavin' shadier than Wes Craven
My actions and behavior are more sinister and deceptive than the work of Wes Craven, a renowned horror filmmaker

And you ain't even gotta pay me
I don't even require payment, as inflicting harm on others brings me pleasure

I take pleasure of laying a nigga down daily
I derive satisfaction from physically confronting and defeating others on a daily basis

You face me, drunk or sober, you'll faint fast
When confronted by me, whether you're intoxicated or sober, you will swiftly lose consciousness out of fear

I'm never fucked up to where I can't whoop your ass
I am never under the influence to the point where I am incapable of physically overpowering and defeating you

You'll neck'll get snapped with bare hands, fuck music
I am capable of breaking your neck with my bare hands, showing no regard for music or its supposed power

Is he rappin'? It's cool but fools, just don't confuse it
While I may be engaged in rapping, it is important for fools not to misconstrue that as an invitation or an opportunity for disrespect

What happens, these dudes get rude and then I lose it
When these individuals become disrespectful, I lose control of my emotions and react instinctively

I'm scandalous, I blow your two kids off the atlas
I am unscrupulous and would harm even your innocent children without hesitation

With a gat that's bigger than Godzilla's back, nigga
I possess a firearm larger in size than the back of Godzilla, symbolizing my formidable firepower

You are not real and in fact, you'll feel the effect
You lack authenticity, and as a result, you will experience the consequences of your falseness

Of a crack dealer, y'all president sends me smack
The President of the United States indirectly supplies me with drugs, likening his policies to the actions of a crack dealer

And got a Mack 10 with it, so I ain't gotta rap
I possess a powerful firearm (Mack 10) which allows me to exert control without relying solely on my rapping abilities

But I'm thankful for that, don't mistakin' me, black
I express gratitude for the advantages afforded to me, but don't misunderstand my message

Or you'll be stankin' in the back of a fuckin' Cadillac
If you cross me, you will end up dead and disposed of in the trunk of a Cadillac

I'ma get snuffed, 'cause I ain't said enough to pipe down
'Snuffed' refers to being attacked or assaulted violently because I haven't spoken in a way that appeases others' desires for me to remain silent

I'll pipe down when the Wh- H- is wiped out
I'll stop talking when the white hierarchy is completely eradicated or eliminated

When I see that little Ch- dyke get sniped out
When I witness a derogatory term used against a Chinese lesbian, I will take action to eliminate the source using violence

Lights out, bitch, adios, goodnight
I will violently end your existence, leaving you in darkness and bidding you farewell as you meet your demise

Now put that in your little pipe and bite down
Consider and internalize this reality, mentioned in a condescending manner, as you actively face the consequences

Think for a minute 'cause the hype has died down
Reflect on the situation and reconsider your actions as the excitement and attention surrounding it has diminished

That I won't go up in the Oval Office right now
Don't underestimate my boldness to enter the President's office at this very moment

And flip whatever ain't tied down upside down
I will disrupt and cause chaos by turning everything that is not secured upside down

I'm all for America, fuck the government
I support the nation as a whole, but express disdain and rebellion towards the governing authorities

Tell that C. Delores Tucker slut to suck a dick
Directing an offensive and derogatory statement towards C. Delores Tucker, while expressing contempt towards her and her beliefs

Motherfucker ducked, what the fuck, son of a bitch
A person of interest avoided confrontation or refused to engage, causing frustration and anger

Take away my gun, I'm gonna tuck some other shit
If my firearm is confiscated or prohibited, I will resort to concealing and utilizing alternative weapons

Can't tell me shit about the tricks of this trade
Others cannot educate or lecture me on the tactics and strategies involved in this particular profession

Switchblade with a little switch that switch blades
I possess a switchblade that not only has the ability to switch between blades but also contains another hidden mechanism

And switch from a six to a sixteen-inch blade
The length of my weapon can be adjusted between six and sixteen inches through a switch mechanism

Shit's like a samurai sword, a sensai
My weapon is comparable to a samurai sword, emphasizing its sharpness and expertise in wielding it

Shit just don't change to this day
The nature of things remains consistent and unchanging up to the present

I'm this way, still tell that ut-slay itch-bay
Despite the passage of time, I haven't changed and can still speak in a coded language (Pig Latin)

Uck-say my ick-day, 'scuse my ig-pay atin-lay
Please excuse my use of Pig Latin in conversation

But uck-fay you ig-pay
However, I have no regard for you or your opinion

I ain't sellin' my soul for this rap game
I am not willing to compromise my integrity or morals for the sake of success in the rap industry

And I ain't diggin' no hole for this rap game
I refuse to create a self-destructive situation for myself in pursuit of a career in rap music

Man, I'm tellin' you, no, it ain't happening (woo)
I emphatically state that I will not engage in such actions, as they are against my principles

I bet you'd rather me drink and drown in my own inequity
You would prefer if I were to consume alcohol excessively and suffer the consequences of my own immorality

But fuck that, I'ma rap 'til y'all all get sick of me
I reject that notion and will continue to pursue my career in rap music until the public no longer desires to listen to me

And clutch my nutsack and spit all who pick at me
I metaphorically assert my dominance and defiance by grabbing my genitals and verbally attacking those who criticize or provoke me

A pitt and rott mix, fuck the dogs you sic on me
I compare myself to aggressive and dangerous dog breeds, disregarding the attempts of others to control or harm me

I'm sayin' you motherfuckers don't know us, quit playin'
I assert that the critics and adversaries do not truly understand myself and my group, and should stop pretending to do so

If I'm broke, then I'm breakin' up in the place where you layin'
If I find myself financially destitute, I will resort to criminal activities in order to acquire resources from your location

You know, same shit every nigga done in his life
This behavior is commonplace and akin to what many individuals, particularly African Americans, have participated in

I lived it, that's why I speak on what I want when I write
I have personally experienced these circumstances, which allows me to freely express myself and my desires through my lyrics

So why should I ever fear another man
I have no reason to be afraid or intimidated by another individual

If he bleed like I bleed, take a piss and he stand?
If another man shares the same vulnerability and bodily functions as me, then why should I be wary of him?

OK, you win, you can say we can't rap
Fine, you can have your victory and claim that we are incapable of rapping

But no Source never made me not buy an album
However, negative reviews or criticism from a publication like The Source magazine never deterred me from purchasing an album

When they said it was wack
Even when they declared an album to be of poor quality or unimpressive

I walk in the party and just start bustin'
I enter a social gathering and immediately begin firing my weapon

Right after I hear the last verse of 'Self Destruction'
Just after I listen to the final verse of 'Self Destruction,' a track promoting unity and ending violence within the rap community

This liquor makes me wanna blast the chrome
The consumption of alcohol intensifies my desire to discharge my firearm

To let you know The Time without Morris Day and Jerome
I use violence to make a statement and demonstrate my power, similar to the group The Time without their members Morris Day and Jerome

I'm low down and shifty, quickly call Swifty
I am deceptive and unreliable, calling upon Swifty, a member of my group, for support or assistance

To do a drive-by on the tenth speed with 50
To carry out a shooting or attack while riding a bicycle with ten gears, accompanied by 50 Cent

Ya feelin' lucky? Squeeze
Do you believe you are fortunate? Well, be prepared for me to pull the trigger

I catch you outside of Chuck E. Cheese
I would find and confront you even in a seemingly innocent location like a children's party venue

With your seed, you'll be an unlucky G
I will harm not only you but also your offspring, making you an unfortunate individual

My lifestyle is unstable, a partyin' addict
My way of life is tumultuous and characterized by excessive partying and substance abuse

They said no fightin' in the club so I brought me a 'matic
Since fighting is prohibited in the club, I have armed myself with a firearm

Coughin' and static, I jump niggas, call me a rabbit
Through my aggressive and chaotic actions, I instigate physical altercations, likening myself to a rabbit in terms of agility and speed

Poppin' the tablet and guns to saw you in half with
I consume drugs like tablets and possess firearms, capable of inflicting significant harm or even death

Believe me, we run this rap shit, fo' sheezy
I want you to trust and accept the fact that we have complete control and domination within the rap industry

Make makin' millions look easy (yeah)
We effortlessly generate immense wealth, making it seem simple and effortless

Everywhere you turn, you see me, you hear me
No matter where you go or what you do, my presence and influence are undeniable

Believe me, before you see my pistol in 3-D
Take my words seriously, or else you will encounter my firearm in three-dimensional reality

No time to call a peace treaty
There is no opportunity or desire to establish peace or reconciliation

Dial 911, 'cause you need the
Call emergency services immediately, as you are in need of assistance

Police to help you, believe me
Place your faith in the police, as they are the ones who can provide the necessary help and protection

I snatch the tongue from the sidewalk and piss on the curb
I metaphorically silence an individual's dissenting speech or opinion and demonstrate my dominance and disrespect by urinating in a disrespectful manner

This is absurd, these street niggas twistin' my words
The actions and interpretations of these individuals from the streets distort and misconstrue my intended meaning in my speech and lyrics

We finally could say goodbye to Hollywood
We can now bid farewell to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, indicating a departure from mainstream or commercialized fame

'Cause Proof and Sean Penn share nothin' in common
Proof, a rapper, and Sean Penn, an actor, do not have any similarities or commonalities despite both being associated with the entertainment industry

The nastiest band with gas in each hand
We, as a group, possess extreme aggression and hostility, equating it to holding gas grenades in each hand

We never bow down to be a flash in the pan
We never succumb to fleeting success and aim to have a lasting impact in the industry, rather than fading away quickly

No remorse, fuck your stature, dog
We feel no regret or guilt and disregard your status or reputation, metaphorically giving it a negative connotation

Nothin' to do with hands when I clap at y'all
The use of 'clap' refers to firing a gun rather than using physical violence or confrontation

I'll put your jaw on the ground with the four and the pound
I will violently knock you to the ground by striking your jaw with a firearm (possibly a .40 caliber weapon)

Then I'm gone outta town 'fore the law come around
I will quickly and discreetly leave the area before law enforcement authorities arrive to apprehend me

So we can battle with raps, we can battle with gats
We can engage in a contest or conflict using our lyrical skills or firearms

Matter of fact, we can battle for plaques (this rap game)
In fact, we can compete for accolades, such as plaques or awards, within the rap industry

I'm too fuckin' retarded
I am extremely unintelligent or foolish, using the term 'retarded' in a derogatory and offensive manner

I don't give a fuck about my dick
I have no concern or care for my sexual desires or satisfaction

That's why I'm datin' Lorena Bobbet
To emphasize my lack of regard for my own genitals, I sarcastically claim to be in a relationship with Lorena Bobbit, referencing her infamous act of severing her husband's penis

My group had an argument, who was the largest
Members of my group had a disagreement over who held the most influence or power within the collective

Now they all is dead and I'm rollin' as a solo artist
Those individuals have since died, and I am now pursuing my career as a solo performer

Plus I made the beats and wrote all the raps
In addition to being a performer, I am responsible for producing the instrumentals and writing all the lyrical content

Well, I really didn't, but I did accordin' to this contract
Technically, I may not have handled the production or songwriting, but according to the terms of my contract, it appears as though I did

I was thrown in the snow with nowhere to go
I was left in a desperate situation, abandoned and left without any options or support

Freezin' 20 below, forced to join Bel Biv Devoe
Subjected to freezing temperatures of negative 20 degrees, I metaphorically express the harshness of my circumstances while alluding to joining the musical group Bel Biv Devoe as a last resort

My little girl, she shouldn't listen to these lyrics
I do not believe that my daughter should be exposed to or influenced by the explicit and controversial content of my songs

That's why I glued her headphones to her ear to make sure she hear it
To ensure that she hears the music, I figuratively affixed her headphones to her ears, leaving her no choice but to listen

If rap don't work, I'm startin' a group with Garth Brooks
If my career in rap music fails, I jokingly suggest forming a musical collaboration with Garth Brooks, a country music artist known for his mainstream success

Hahaha, 50, sing the hook
In a playful manner, I request 50 Cent, another artist, to handle the chorus or hook of the song