His debut album, "Quik Is The Name" was led by the success of two top 20 R&B singles, "Tonite" and "Born and Raised in Compton." "Tonite" even charted on the pop charts. The album ended up reaching 10th on the album charts. None of his successive albums reached the success of his debut, though they have been well received in California, particularly his 1998 release "Rhythm-Al-Ism." His most popular albums are Quik Is The Name and Safe + Sound. . On "Safe + Sound" appears "Dollaz And Sense," which was a diss track to Compton rapper and member of the rival Tragniew Park Crips MC Eiht. Though full of bravado at the time, Quik now admits to fearing for his life during the period.
Instead of joining the G-Funk movement during the 1990's, DJ Quik had his own style that a new version of P-Funk, inspired by artists like Roger Troutman (who even taught him the use of the talkbox, which became a trademark for Quik's sound in the 1990's) and George Clinton. Throughout his career, Quik has collaborated with and produced for artists including 2Pac ("Heartz of Men", "Words To My First Born", "Late Night"), Janet Jackson ("All For You"), Snoop Dogg (e.g. "Doin' Too Much", "Buss'n Rocks", "Don't Tell"), Talib Kweli ("Put It In The Air"), Whitney Houston ("Fine"), Kurupt ("Can't Go Wrong"), Jay-Z ("Justify My Thug"), Xzibit ("Sorry I'm Away So Much"), Ludacris ("Spur of the Moment"), Chingy ("Bagg Up", and "Wurr's My Cash"),Dr. Dre, 2nd II None, Hi-C, Suga Free ("Street Gospel" album and on the "New Testament" album), 8Ball & MJG ("Buck Bounce") and others. Though he formally produced only "Heartz of Men" on 2Pac's masterpiece "All Eyez On Me" album, he went uncredited for work on many other tracks on the album; on that track he used his real name David Blake, because Profile did not allow him to use his stage name. In 2002, he produced Truth Hurts' Top 10 pop hit "Addictive". Quik used an uncleared Hindi sample on the record, and the copyright holders eventually filed a $500 million dollar lawsuit against Truth Hurts' label, Aftermath Entertainment.
Quik faced personal and professional tragedy when his friend and protegé Mausberg was murdered on the 4th of July, 2000. This was compounded by the death of his best friend Daryl Reed soon after.
Following 2000's "Balance and Options" CD he was dropped by Arista Records which in 1998 had bought Profile Records. In September 2005, DJ Quik released his first independent album on his own new label, Mad Science, which was supposed to be distributed by Warner Bros but Quik was forced to let Time Warner and so signed his Mad Science with Fontana/Universal. The album is titled "Trauma" and reflects the turmoil in the producer's life over the past few years. He than released "Trauma: Instrumentals". In recent years he has worked with a 74 piece orchestra during a collaboration with Marcus Miller while working on the score to the movie "Head of State." Over the years, Quik has morphed from a hardcore gangsta rapper to a mainstream producer and rapper who is not afraid to change his style. He has not abandoned his West Coast roots and now produces very much his own unique style.
Bonus Track
DJ Quik Lyrics
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Huh, now don't come to my party if you don't wanna get drunk
It's me and my niggas and we puffin on a skunk
Cus it's true when I'm bent and I'm fuckin I can last long
With some Gin and a grin cus my cocks grown
Now don't trip ho, you like to get bent too
Hit the thai, run, get ya coochie in bent too
By a nigga that'll make ya sick
Now let me tell you about a party that I threw last year
Niggas kept haulin that party over here
Too many niggas so I had to get a keg of Budweiser
But it had me pissin down my leg
So I bought somethin that'll last longer
Somethin a little harder somethin a little stronger
Somethin that'll definitely make your day
So what you say muthafucka want some Tanqueray?
Now the niggas up on it went got some orange juice
Cus they know that Tanqueray'll get them hoes loose
Fillin up your glass, boy you tryin to trip
Nigga you can't handle full glass, fool take a sip
But I'm not stingy so I filled it to the rim
He went up in my kitchen with a bitch named Kim
Straight bareback in the pussy he dove
Huh, bustin nuts all on my stove
From drinking that.
[Chorus]
Tanqueray'll have ya feelin so fine
Little green bottle got you outta ya mind
So if you want to get bent in a big-o way
Come on and drink a little Tanqueray
[DJ Quik]
Now the party started jumpin and the music got loud
A hand full of niggas done turn into a crowd
Out my control the party started hoppin
And the more that niggas drunk, the more that started droppin
Shit, my house got fucked up for certain
With beer on my carpet, gum on my curtain
Niggas in my front yard bendin up the fence
Havin a fuckin great time all at my expense
But I can't trip because I'm knowin
Niggas gon' be niggas and that's just the way shit's goin
But bout damn time I got a visit from the crew
Playa Hamm and Shabby Bleu
With some bitches hollin' (Hey, where the party at?)
I said "The party's in my pants in ya monkey's kind a fat"
"Naw I'm just bullshittin come on in"
Now it was two bad bitches, but they had an ugly friend
Then the ho decided that she wanted to dance
Spilled Boo Farm, all on my pants
Plus she was spokin like a fingero ho
But I didn't say a Goddamn thing cus I didn't know
Then she and? started havin a fit
Talking about (all y'all rappin niggas aint shit)
So I spit in her face and socked the ho in lip
And dragged the bitch outta my tent
Cus I was full of that.
[Chorus]
Tanqueray'll have ya feelin so fine
Little green bottle got you outta ya mind
So if you want to get bent in a big-o way
Come on and drink a little Tanqueray
[DJ Quik]
Check it, now the bitch straight skated, but then she rolled back
Came up in the party wit a strap, cocked it
Jack, spotted it, hit her on the head and speed knotted it
Bitch dropped the strap and I got it
Rat pack time niggas, stop
The lights came on and the bitch got dropped
It was party over here and party over there
Till the niggas trippin, and started pullin out her hair
Now it really wouldn't nice to see
When they beat a bitch down, and drag her ass out in the street
"And you aint getting yo gat back showty"
Put it in pocket went back to the pawty
And everybody kicked it for the rest of the night
Huh, bud straight facin and the vibe was right
Wouldn't no mo' strappin everything was okay
Each everybody up skated cus we was outta that.
[Chorus](2x)
Tanqueray'll have ya feelin so fine
Little green bottle got you outta ya mind
So if you want to get bent in a big-o way
Come on and drink a little Tanqueray
La la la la la la la la la.
DJ Quik's song "Bonus Track" discusses the repercussions of drinking Tanqueray, which is a form of gin. The lyrics begin with a warning, indicating that those who do not want to get drunk should avoid visiting the singer's party. The upbeat and lively music of the song sets the tone for the party ambience. The lyrics also mention the singer and his group of friends puffing on marijuana while enjoying their drinks. The intoxication facilitated by gin is detailed with the singer mentioning that it lasts longer, is stronger, and allows him to last longer during sexual activities.
The song also mentions a party that the singer threw last year, which had too many people, and he eventually had to get a keg of beer. The party escalated quickly, and the music got louder as more and more people started showing up. The lyrics describe how people began dropping and causing chaos at the party. Later in the song, there is a reference to a "rat pack time," where the singer and his friends find themselves in a situation where they have to confront a woman with a gun who had crashed their party.
Overall, DJ Quik's Bonus Track aims to portray the wild and carefree nature of partying by focusing on the excesses found within the party scene. The song's catchy beat and lyrics describe the highs and lows of drinking and partying, and although it touches on darker aspects of party culture, it ultimately seems to celebrate the joys of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Huh, now don't come to my party if you don't wanna get drunk
If you don't want to get inebriated, don't bother showing up to my gathering.
It's me and my niggas and we puffin on a skunk
My friends and I are smoking marijuana together.
Cus it's true when I'm bent and I'm fuckin I can last long
When I'm under the influence of drugs and having sex, I have greater stamina.
With some Gin and a grin cus my cocks grown
I'm smiling confidently while drinking gin because I have a large penis.
Now don't trip ho, you like to get bent too
Don't worry, woman, you also enjoy getting high and drunk.
You know me *scratch**scratch**scratch*, Yeah
I am a famous musician, as indicated by the sound effect.
Now let me tell you about a party that I threw last year
Allow me to describe a gathering I hosted in the past.
Niggas kept haulin that party over here
People kept bringing the fun to my residence.
Too many niggas so I had to get a keg of Budweiser
Because of the large number of attendees, I had to purchase a barrel of beer.
But it had me pissin down my leg
The beer made me need to urinate uncontrollably.
So I bought somethin that'll last longer
I procured a more potent alcoholic beverage.
Somethin a little harder somethin a little stronger
This new acquisition was much more potent than beer.
So what you say muthafucka want some Tanqueray?
Would you like to try some Tanqueray gin, fellow?
Now the niggas up on it went got some orange juice
My acquaintances mixed the gin with orange juice for flavor.
Cus they know that Tanqueray'll get them hoes loose
They are aware that Tanqueray causes women to be more relaxed and promiscuous.
Nigga you can't handle full glass, fool take a sip
You cannot drink as much as you think you can, so start modestly.
But I'm not stingy so I filled it to the rim
I am generous, so I poured the drink to its maximum capacity.
He went up in my kitchen with a bitch named Kim
One of the visitors went to my kitchen and brought a female companion.
Straight bareback in the pussy he dove
He engaged in unprotected intercourse with her in a bold manner.
Huh, bustin nuts all on my stove
He ejaculated on my stove.
Tanqueray'll have ya feelin so fine
Drinking Tanqueray gin induces pleasurable sensations.
Little green bottle got you outta ya mind
The small bottle of Tanqueray makes you lose control of your mind.
So if you want to get bent in a big-o way
If you desire to experience heavy intoxication,
Come on and drink a little Tanqueray
You should drink some Tanqueray gin.
Now the party started jumpin and the music got loud
The event became livelier and the music grew louder.
A hand full of niggas done turn into a crowd
The small gathering rapidly became a large crowd.
Out my control the party started hoppin
The party's energy became uncontrollable.
And the more that niggas drunk, the more that started droppin
The more inebriation the guests experienced, the more they fell over and stumbled.
Shit, my house got fucked up for certain
My residence was damaged beyond doubt.
With beer on my carpet, gum on my curtain
As a result of the party, the carpet became wet with beer and someone stuck gum on my curtain.
Niggas in my front yard bendin up the fence
People were damaging my backyard fence.
Havin a fuckin great time all at my expense
They were enjoying themselves without considering the consequences and damages.
But I can't trip because I'm knowin
I cannot become upset because I acknowledge,
Niggas gon' be niggas and that's just the way shit's goin
People will act as they are inclined to do, and that's inevitable.
But bout damn time I got a visit from the crew
I am pleased that my friends have arrived to interact with me.
Playa Hamm and Shabby Bleu
Two individuals named Playa Hamm and Shabby Bleu arrived at the scene.
With some bitches hollin' (Hey, where the party at?)
They had female companions who sought to enjoy the festivities.
I said "The party's in my pants in ya monkey's kind a fat"
I made a suggestive remark to one of the female visitors.
Plus she was spokin like a fingero ho
Her speech was similar to that of a prostitute.
But I didn't say a Goddamn thing cus I didn't know
I didn't comment on her behavior because I wasn't sure how to react.
Then she and? started havin a fit
She had an argument or altercation with someone else.
Talking about (all y'all rappin niggas aint shit)
She insulted the rapping / performing guests by calling them worthless.
So I spit in her face and socked the ho in lip
Because of her disrespectful comments, I spat in her face and punched her in the mouth.
And dragged the bitch outta my tent
I physically removed her from my place of residence.
Check it, now the bitch straight skated, but then she rolled back
She left my property, but later returned.
Came up in the party wit a strap, cocked it
She returned to the gathering while carrying a firearm and loading it.
Jack, spotted it, hit her on the head and speed knotted it
One of the guests recognized the weapon, hit her head, and took the firearm swiftly.
Bitch dropped the strap and I got it
I retrieved the dropped firearm.
Rat pack time niggas, stop
The situation became dangerous, so people needed to intervene and prevent violence.
The lights came on and the bitch got dropped
The lighting was turned on and the female was beaten by others.
Now it really wouldn't nice to see
It was unpleasant to observe what happened next.
When they beat a bitch down, and drag her ass out in the street
When a woman is assaulted and dragged outdoors, it is distressing to witness.
Put it in pocket went back to the pawty
I took the firearm and resumed the celebration.
And everybody kicked it for the rest of the night
The guests enjoyed themselves for the remainder of the evening.
Huh, bud straight facin and the vibe was right
We were smoking marijuana and having a good time.
Each everybody up skated cus we was outta that.
Everyone left because we were out of Tanqueray gin.
La la la la la la la la la.
This is the end of the song.
Contributed by James C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
GrayGhost
Classic. .
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bangin
chiaskid
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