Put It On
DJ Rectangle Lyrics


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Aiyyo, you betta flee hobbes, or get your head flown three blocks
L keep rapper's hearts pumpin' like Reeboks
And every year I gain clout and my name sprouts
Some brothers'd still be large if the crack never came out
I got the wild style, always been a foul child
My guns go poom-poom, and yo' guns go pow-pow
I'm known to have a hottie open, I keep the shottie smokin'
Front and get half the bones in your body broken
And when it comes to gettin' nookie I'm not a rookie
I got girls that make that chick Toni Braxton look like whoopie
I run with sturdy clicks I'm never hittin' dirty chicks
Got thirty-five bodies, buddy don't make it thirty-six
Step to this you're good as gone, word is bond
I leave mics torn when I put it on

So put it on Big L, put it on
C'mon put it on, and on, and onnn
C'mon put it on Big L, put it on
C'mon put it on represent put it on, c'mon!

Nobody can take nuttin' from Big L but a loss chief
The last punk who fronted got a mouth full of false teeth
I'm known to gas a hottie and blast the shottie
Got more cash than Gotti (you don't know? ) you betta ask somebody
Big L is a crazy brother, and I'm a lady lover
A smooth kid that'll run up in your baby mother
I push a slick Benz, I'm known to hit skinz
And get endz and commit sins with sick friends
'Cause I'm a money getter, also a honey hitter
You think you nice as me? ha ha, youse a funny nigga
I flows, so one of my shoes, wouldn't be clever to miss
I'm leavin' competitors pissed
To tell you the truth, it gets no better than this
I'm catchin' wreck to the break of dawn
And it's on, yo it's a must that I put it on

Yeah, so put it on Big L, put it on
C'mon put it on, big fella put it on and on
Put it on Big L, put it on represent
Put it on, c'mon put it on..

Some boys see me gun nozzle and take a we fi joke
Boy you gwan dead before you see me gun smoke
See me gun nozzle and take me fi joke
You gwan dead, from army you provoked

I drink moet not beck's beer, I stay dressed in slick gear
Peace to my homies in the gangsta lean, I see you when I get there
And it's a fact I keep a gat in my arm reach
I charm freaks and bomb geeks from here to palm beach
I'm puttin' rappers in the wheelchair, Big L is the villain
You still fear, cause I be hangin' it hard and my shit is for real here
If you battle l you picked the wrong head
I smash mics like cornbread, you can't kill me I was born dead
And I'm known to pull steel trigs and kill pigs
I run with I'll kids and real nigs who peel wigs
My rap's steady slammin', I keep a heavy cannon
It's a new sheriff in town, and it ain't Reggie Hammond
Peace to my peoples, the children of the corn
Cause we put it on, adios, ghost I'm gone

So put it on Big L, put it on
C'mon put it on, big fella put it on and on
Big L, you gotta put it on and on
Put it on Big L, put it on and on
Word up, knahmsayin?
My man Big L, runnin things for the nine-four
And nine-oh-s, you know what I mean?
It's the Kid Capri, in full flair
And we gon' put it on a little somethin' like this
Big L, c'mon

Lord Finesse he be puttin' it on
My man buckwild he be puttin' it on and on
My man Fat Joe he be puttin' it on
Showbiz and A.G. yeah they be puttin' it on and on
I can't forget diamond he be puttin' it on
The whole d.i.t.c.yeah they be puttin' it on and on
And of course Kid Capri yeah I be puttin' it on




The whole N.Y.C.yeah we be puttin' it on and on
And I'm out

Overall Meaning

The song "Put It On" by DJ Rectangle featuring Big L is a classic hip-hop track that showcases Big L's lyrical prowess and gritty style. The song starts with Big L warning his rivals to flee or face the repercussions of his dangerous lifestyle. He boasts about his wild style and his ability to keep rapper's hearts pumping like Reeboks. Big L also talks about his reputation with the ladies and his prowess with a gun, making it clear that he's not to be messed with. The chorus encourages listeners to put it on, with Kid Capri and various other artists mentioned as examples of those who are already doing so.


Throughout the song, Big L exhibits a confident and unapologetic demeanor, rapping about his money-making abilities and his readiness to take down anyone who crosses him. He also pays homage to his friends in the rap industry who are also putting it on, further emphasizing the importance of being bold and standing out in the competitive world of hip-hop.


Overall, "Put It On" is a high-energy track that showcases Big L's unmistakable style and tight rhymes. It's a classic example of '90s hip hop and serves as a reminder of the era's raw energy and bravado.


Line by Line Meaning

Aiyyo, you betta flee hobbes, or get your head flown three blocks
Danger is approaching, so you better run away or you'll be beaten up badly


L keep rapper's hearts pumpin' like Reeboks
Big L keeps other rappers under pressure and anxiety, just like Reebok shoes keep your feet active while running


And every year I gain clout and my name sprouts
Big L increases his influence and popularity every year


Some brothers'd still be large if the crack never came out
Some rappers would still be successful if crack cocaine didn't become popular


I got the wild style, always been a foul child
Big L's rap style is unconventional, and he has always been a mischievous child


My guns go poom-poom, and yo' guns go pow-pow
Big L's guns make a lower sound than his opponent's


I'm known to have a hottie open, I keep the shottie smokin'
Big L can attract attractive women, and he keeps his shotguns active


Front and get half the bones in your body broken
If someone challenges Big L, they will break some of their bones


And when it comes to gettin' nookie I'm not a rookie
Big L is experienced when it comes to sex


I got girls that make that chick Toni Braxton look like whoopie
Big L's girls are more attractive than Toni Braxton, and even more attractive than the average woman


I run with sturdy clicks I'm never hittin' dirty chicks
Big L hangs out with reliable groups of people and doesn't mess with unattractive women


Got thirty-five bodies, buddy don't make it thirty-six
Big L has murdered 35 people and he advises his opponent not to make it 36


Step to this you're good as gone, word is bond
If you challenge Big L, you are as good as dead, and he means what he says


I leave mics torn when I put it on
Big L destroys the competition when he performs


Nobody can take nuttin' from Big L but a loss chief
Big L is unbeatable, and the only way to beat him is through loss


The last punk who fronted got a mouth full of false teeth
The last challenger lost his teeth when he tried to confront Big L


I'm known to gas a hottie and blast the shottie
Big L can seduce attractive women and shoot his shotgun effectively


Got more cash than Gotti (you don't know? ) you betta ask somebody
Big L has more money than John Gotti (infamous gangster) and the enquirer better inquire about him


Big L is a crazy brother, and I'm a lady lover
Big L is an out-of-the-box brother, and he likes attractive females


A smooth kid that'll run up in your baby mother
Big L is a charming person and could easily attract someone's girlfriend/mother of his child


I push a slick Benz, I'm known to hit skinz
Big L drives an elegant Mercedes-Benz and can seduce more women


And get endz and commit sins with sick friends
Big L spends his money and commits immoral acts with his twisted friends


You think you nice as me? ha ha, youse a funny nigga
If you think you are better than Big L, then you must be delusional


I flows, so one of my shoes, wouldn't be clever to miss
Big L's flow is exceptional, and you wouldn't want to miss hearing it


I'm leavin' competitors pissed
Big L leaves his opponents angry and frustrated


To tell you the truth, it gets no better than this
Honestly, Big L is the best there is, and it can't get better than this


I'm catchin' wreck to the break of dawn
Big L is causing destruction and chaos until dawn breaks


And it's on, yo it's a must that I put it on
Big L's actions will continue and it is necessary for him to continue putting it on


Some boys see me gun nozzle and take a we fi joke
Some people underestimate Big L and his gun


Boy you gwan dead before you see me gun smoke
Those who make fun of Big L would be dead before noticing the gunfire


See me gun nozzle and take me fi joke
People perceive Big L as a joke and not a threat


You gwan dead, from army you provoked
Those who provoke Big L have sealed their fate


I drink moet not beck's beer, I stay dressed in slick gear
Big L drinks Moet champagne and wears fashionable clothes, not cheap beer and unattractive clothing


Peace to my homies in the gangsta lean, I see you when I get there
Big L pays tribute to his friends in a gangsta pose and promises to see them soon


And it's a fact I keep a gat in my arm reach
It's true that Big L has a gun within reach at all times


I charm freaks and bomb geeks from here to palm beach
Big L seduces women and humiliates nerds from here to Palm Beach, Florida


I'm puttin' rappers in the wheelchair, Big L is the villain
Big L inflicts injuries to other rappers and is known as the bad guy


You still fear, cause I be hangin' it hard and my shit is for real here
People are still scared of Big L because he always puts on an intense performance, and he is serious about his craft


If you battle l you picked the wrong head
If you challenge Big L, you made a mistake


I smash mics like cornbread, you can't kill me I was born dead
Big L destroys microphones with ease, and he cannot be killed because he was born with immense talent


And I'm known to pull steel trigs and kill pigs
Big L is proficient with guns and has killed police officers


I run with I'll kids and real nigs who peel wigs
Big L hangs out with dangerous people who assault or murder their enemies


My rap's steady slammin', I keep a heavy cannon
Big L's rap style is consistent, and he keeps a large gun on him


It's a new sheriff in town, and it ain't Reggie Hammond
Big L is the new leader in the rap game, not Reggie Hammond (character played by Eddie Murphy in 48 Hrs.)


Peace to my peoples, the children of the corn
Big L gives shoutouts to his friends in his group, Children of the Corn


Cause we put it on, adios, ghost I'm gone
Big L and his friends continue to reign supreme and say goodbye to the competition as they leave


Lord Finesse he be puttin' it on
Lord Finesse is also known as a great rapper


My man buckwild he be puttin' it on and on
Buckwild also delivers excellent rap performances


My man Fat Joe he be puttin' it on
Fat Joe is well-known for delivering great rap performances


Showbiz and A.G. yeah they be puttin' it on and on
Showbiz and A.G. also consistently deliver amazing rap performances


I can't forget diamond he be puttin' it on
Diamond D is an excellent rapper as well


The whole d.i.t.c.yeah they be puttin' it on and on
The entire rap group Diggin' in the Crates deliver great performances


And of course Kid Capri yeah I be puttin' it on
Kid Capri is also known for his great rap performances


The whole N.Y.C.yeah we be puttin' it on and on
The entire city of New York produces great hip-hop music


And I'm out
Big L concludes his performance with these words




Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANTHONY BEST, LAMONT COLEMAN

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Comments from YouTube:

@maxon999

i bought this mixtape in Italy about...dont know around 25 years ago? found in a shop owned by a american man that lived in Italy. i used to play it in my car everyday while going around with friends...it was great and in Italy rap was not so known, but we liked this cassette so much.

@bennysmith2007

Little did we know we were listening to top tier mixtapes as teenagers...

@Tuprendslebier

I was bombing a big hill at night on a skate board with iPod with this shit on I had a scary premonition that music wasnโ€™t getting any better....I was right

@Nite85

i mustve bumped this tape start to finish a thousand times Rectangle is the GOAT mixtape DJ!

@jamesrogers5432

THANK YOU

@usafbonilla21

My first Real idol was this guy when i bought a cassette and listened to it to break down breaks, fades, beat juggles and transformations as a 13 year old. and i still have it but someone damaged it but i have it. Djs now forgot that the basic rule of mixing good music is going back to your old mixes and wondering "hmm what would a modern beat for keep their heads ringing be like todays and how would i mix it"? this guys newer mixes always brings me nostalgia of this, ill rated, wax on wax off, and a few more i have on cd

@hrdrz

Same here ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ

@RIOT_IROAM

I cant rememba how many times people use to borrow my cd to dub on there tapes i got our whole high skool into rectangle

@fordsvtlightningpartsstore3417

Same here ! Lol

@lokozoa1813

Haha yup Same, use to dub tapes for $5 lol

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