A native of Queens, New York, DJ Envy was tutored by neighborhood acquaintance DJ Clue?,[2] who introduced him to the mixtape circuit in the mid-90's. He quickly climbed up the ranks, and by the early 2000 he was peddling the latest freestyles and exclusives for big-name rappers like Jay-Z, 50 Cent and The L.O.X.. Since his reputation was so esteemed Sony sign him to their affiliate label Desert Storm Records. In 2003, he released his commercial debut album entitled The Desert Storm Mixtape: Blok Party, Vol. 1.
Envy's big break on the radio came when he mixed once a month for Hot 97's show called "Takin' it to the Streets", hosted by Angie Martinez from 12 a.m.-4 a.m., but later filled in when Angie Martinez got pregnant.[3] He then co-host Hot 97's morning show with Miss Jones from 6 a.m.-10 a.m. daily. His run on the morning show ended in July 2008 when Miss Jones moved to Philadelphia. Envy spinned on his own mixshows on Hot 97 called "The People's Mix" on Saturdays from 12pm to 2pm and "The People's Choice Hit List" on Sundays 5pm to 8pm. He had a segment on Hot 97 titled "New at 2", where he played the newest hits from 2 to 2:30 p.m. He currently hosts Hip-Hop Nation's afternoon show on Sirius XM Radio on weekdays 5 pm – 10 pm EST and on weekends he does a show from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Power 105.
On Monday December 6, 2010, DJ Envy, Angela Yee and Charlamagne Tha God began hosting the morning show on Power 105 as The Breakfast Club.
Envy has made appearances on various television shows like 106 & Park, Entourage and Tha Corner, which he hosts on the Music Choice channel.[3] He was featured in the 2006 film Blood of a Champion, credited as Shadow's enemy friend. and Lil Mama WSHH video as well[4]
On March 21, 2010, DJ Envy took over as host of MTV2's Sucker Free Countdown.
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DJ Envy Lyrics
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I don't write, I speak what I feel
And pop off po's dog, I don't need a reason to kill
I'm like two weeks from a deal, like two G's from a mil
Right hand, few feet from the steel
They wonder how I flow so strong
'Cause I live what I spit, my smallest hammer is a four four long
Hot hanger, torch ya girl, and pluck ya mother
Always ready to clash wit Titans
And the princesses is in my watch, look like a flash of lightning
Same box, I got for the gun, you stash ya ice in
Make niggas sell they soul and cash they life in
Motherfucker
People's choice
Don't forget Desert Storm
My man Kah, Paul Cain, Fabolous, Joe Buddens
Fat shout
Varcity clothing line
My man James A.D.
Desert Storm, mixtape, Volume 1 Blok Party
You know
In these lyrics, DJ Envy boasts about his success as a rapper and his readiness to take on anyone who stands in his way. He points out that he doesn't need to write his lyrics down, but speaks what he feels. He also confesses that he is ready to kill without any reason and that he's only a few feet away from a gun. DJ Envy also claims that he lives what he raps and his smallest weapon is a four-four long.
He also references biblical stories in his lyrics, citing Cain, who was the first murderer, implying that he is also willing to kill. He is also not afraid to clash with giants, depicting himself as a formidable opponent. Moreover, he mentions his acquaintances and collaborators in the rap industry, such as Kah, Paul Cain, Fabolous, and Joe Buddens.
The lyrics convey DJ Envy's confidence and prowess in the rap world. He claims that his experiences in life are translated into his rap style, and he utilizes his reputation and alliances to assert his dominance. The song paints a vivid picture of a menacing rapper lurking in the shadows, waiting to strike at any moment.
Line by Line Meaning
And already, platinum posters and plaques
I have already achieved a lot of success, as evidenced by the platinum posters and plaques hanging on my wall.
I don't write, I speak what I feel
I don't spend time writing out my lyrics, instead I speak from the heart and say what I feel.
And pop off po's dog, I don't need a reason to kill
I am not afraid to retaliate against police officers if they mess with me, and I don't need a specific reason to do so.
I'm like two weeks from a deal, like two G's from a mil
I am very close to securing a lucrative record deal and becoming a millionaire.
Right hand, few feet from the steel
I always keep a gun within reach, just in case I need to protect myself.
They wonder how I flow so strong
People often ask me how I am able to rap with such power and skill.
'Cause I live what I spit, my smallest hammer is a four four long
The reason I am such a skilled rapper is because I rap about my real life experiences, and I always keep a gun on me for protection.
I spit pain rap, when Cain clap, duck for cover
My raps can be very intense and painful, and when my friend Cain starts shooting, you better take cover.
Hot hanger, torch ya girl, and pluck ya mother
I am not above committing gruesome acts of violence, like burning someone's girlfriend with a hot hanger and killing their mother.
Always ready to clash wit Titans
I am always ready to take on the biggest challenges and compete with the best rappers in the game.
And the princesses is in my watch, look like a flash of lightning
My watch is so impressive and flashy that it looks like it contains real-life princesses.
Same box, I got for the gun, you stash ya ice in
I keep my guns and my valuables in the same kind of box, which is pretty ironic.
Make niggas sell they soul and cash they life in
I have the power to influence people to make terrible decisions, like selling their soul and risking their life for money and fame.
People's choice
I am known and respected as a hip-hop artist that people admire and support.
Don't forget Desert Storm
I am a part of the rap crew known as Desert Storm and I want people to remember that fact.
My man Kah, Paul Cain, Fabolous, Joe Buddens
I want to shout out some of my close friends in the rap game, namely Kah, Paul Cain, Fabolous, and Joe Budden.
Fat shout
This is just another way for me to give a shout-out to someone, specifically someone who is pretty overweight.
Varcity clothing line
I am also involved in the fashion industry, specifically with my own clothing line called Varcity.
My man James A.D.
I want to give a shout-out to James A.D., who must be a friend or business associate of mine.
Desert Storm, mixtape, Volume 1 Blok Party
This is a specific mixtape that I was involved with and want to promote, called Desert Storm Mixtape Volume 1: Block Party.
You know
This is just a casual way to end the song and let my fans know that I appreciate their support.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOE BUDDEN, PAUL CAIN, KEN IFILL, JOHN JACKSON, JOHN DAVID JACKSON, ERNESTO SHAW
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