We Go Hard
DMX Lyrics


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Uh, what's really good? X I'm in the buildin' man, yeah
It's all, good, my, nigga
That's right, you know how we do dawg, "Pull It"
Y.O., Harlem, we back part two man, Dark Man where you at?
Uh, uh, uh, uh, uh, uh

Let's set this shit off, start this shit right
It's goin' down tonight
Dawg off the leash, dawg walks with heat
Dawg stalks the streets, in New York to eat
How many times do I gotta come through (yeah)
Layin' that thing down, puttin' holes in you
You cats get it on the double, so stay the fuck
Out of my way, you don't want no trouble (come on)
We travel double far, to bring you trouble God
We rollin' double hard, yea nigga double R!
I don't know what you thought it was, but it's not
But I know that you caught the slugs, they was hot
Get the fuck off the block (what), there's no more room
For bitch niggas (uh) dawg I'm comin' to get niggas (yeah)
Lift niggas, out they boots, dust it
'Cause I don't just walk around with them things to bust it

Uh, we go hard
Never mind what a nigga say, we go hard
We gon' play how we want to play, we go hard
Man we do this shit all day, we go hard
Motherfucker, uh, we go hard
Never mind what a nigga say, we go hard
We gon' play how we want to play, we go hard
Bitch, we do this shit all day, we go hard
Motherfucker

Yo, I leave jail smoothly, jump in the pale hooptie
Fuck the dick suckin' ass nigga male groupies
Diplomats, you look at alliance, you shook in defiance
I'm cookin' up coke, lookin' for clients
I got the AK, SK, 40 cal
Scope red on your head still 40 thou' (40 thousand)
Worse than foul Nerf turf burstin', blaow
Give the church my child, ask to nurture thou
'Cause I've seen the hearses now
But if this was Gilligan's Isle, Thirstin' Howl, wow
Look at his kicks, they worth a thou'
Isn't it sad, do what I say and wish that you had
You Michigan crabs, you stabbed you piss in a bag
Or worse than that, zipped in a bag
Broke to fractions, a division of math
From, Hollywood, shittin' on Shaft, we go hard
Killa Killa Killa, Killa uh, uh

Killa
X and Killer Cam, Dark Man X, once again, pull it
Uh, uh, uh, uh, uh

I just love how it's goin, Cam, X flowin'
(Get at 'em dawg I'm already knowin'
Step lightly around dawg (yeah) I might be hittin' town dawg (yeah)
You really tryin to get down dawg?
Only thing I can do with pussy is fuck it
And I would tell you to suck my dick but you might suck it
See y'all niggas the cat type (what)
You still a baby get your ass wiped (what)
Must I take a nigga's last stripe? (come on)
You'se a bitch, now more bitch than a bitch
Still a bitch fuckin bitch, you been a bitch
Know how we do, run up, in a bitch
Peep the crib, run up, in it quick (yeah)
Everything breathin' stops, only thing my niggas is leavin'
Is shots, you done got a nigga hot
Let me catch you on the block, bitch-ass niggas is cowards
Done fucked around and dropped the soap in the shower (come on)

Uh, we go hard
Never mind what a nigga say, we go hard
We gon' play how we want to play, we go hard
Man we do this shit all day, we go hard
Motherfucker, uh, uh, we go hard
Never mind what a nigga say, we go hard
We gon' play how we want to play, we go hard




Bitch, we do this shit all day, we go hard
Motherfucker

Overall Meaning

In the song "We Go Hard" by DMX, he starts by setting the tone for an intense and aggressive track. He makes it very clear that he's not to be reckoned with and warns everyone to get out of his way. He talks about how he's always coming through, laying the thing down, and putting holes in people. DMX and friends are purposely stirring up trouble and violence in New York City.


Throughout the song, each rapper takes turns dropping verses, talking about their willingness to do whatever it takes to succeed, even if it requires violent means. Cam'ron and DMX continue to brag about their capabilities and power, while also taking some time to call out their enemies. In the end, they make it clear that they are always working hard, regardless of what others may say about them.


Overall, the song captures the raw energy and aggression that is associated with hip hop music. It's a powerful anthem that celebrates individuality, strength, and hustle.



Line by Line Meaning

Uh, what's really good? X I'm in the buildin' man, yeah
DMX is announcing his presence and hyping up the start of the song.


It's all, good, my, nigga
DMX is expressing his confidence and reassurance to his fanbase.


That's right, you know how we do dawg, "Pull It"
DMX is calling out his trigger-happy crew, known for quick action and violence.


Y.O., Harlem, we back part two man, Dark Man where you at?
DMX is paying homage to his hometowns and recruiting his ally, Dark Man.


Let's set this shit off, start this shit right
DMX is initiating a call to action to begin the song/show/performance on a strong note.


It's goin' down tonight
DMX is indicating that there are events that are about to happen.


Dawg off the leash, dawg walks with heat
DMX and his entourage are unhinged and armed.


Dawg stalks the streets, in New York to eat
DMX and his entourage are hungry for action and confrontation in their hometown.


How many times do I gotta come through (yeah)
DMX is pointing out his frequent presence in the streets.


Layin' that thing down, puttin' holes in you
DMX is boasting about his violent nature and skilled use of firearms.


You cats get it on the double, so stay the fuck
DMX is warning his competition to stay out of his way to avoid getting hurt.


Out of my way, you don't want no trouble (come on)
DMX is daring his opponents to challenge him.


We travel double far, to bring you trouble God
DMX and his entourage are willing to go to great lengths to confront their enemies.


We rollin' double hard, yea nigga double R!
DMX and his team are riding in luxury with powerful cars.


I don't know what you thought it was, but it's not
DMX is debunking any myths or incorrect assumptions about his personality or lifestyle.


But I know that you caught the slugs, they was hot
DMX is admitting to inflicting damage upon his enemies.


Get the fuck off the block (what), there's no more room
DMX is forcing his opposition out of their turf.


For bitch niggas (uh) dawg I'm comin' to get niggas (yeah)
DMX is targeting weak or cowardly men to dominate and conquer.


Lift niggas, out they boots, dust it
DMX is threatening to kill his enemies and leave them in a disrespectful manner.


'Cause I don't just walk around with them things to bust it
DMX carries weapons for a reason, and is not afraid to use them.


Uh, we go hard
DMX and his crew are known for their toughness and perseverance.


Never mind what a nigga say, we go hard
DMX and his crew aren't concerned with others' opinions or criticisms.


We gon' play how we want to play, we go hard
DMX and his crew have control over their actions and will do as they please.


Man we do this shit all day, we go hard
DMX and his crew are accustomed to being tough and never back down.


Motherfucker, uh, we go hard
DMX emphasizes their tough nature and implies a sense of defense.


Yo, I leave jail smoothly, jump in the pale hooptie
DMX is describing his return to freedom and entry into a modest car.


Fuck the dick suckin' ass nigga male groupies
DMX doesn't want admiring fans or anyone beyond his inner circle.


Diplomats, you look at alliance, you shook in defiance
DMX is skeptical and wary of potential alliances or enemies that display arrogance or rebellion.


I'm cookin' up coke, lookin' for clients
DMX is involved with the illegal drug trade and seeking buyers.


I got the AK, SK, 40 cal
DMX and his crew are armed to the teeth with a variety of guns.


Scope red on your head still 40 thou' (40 thousand)
DMX is boasting that he can hit his target from afar and his weaponry is expensive.


Worse than foul Nerf turf burstin', blaow
DMX is describing a violent and intense scenario.


Give the church my child, ask to nurture thou
DMX is engaging in wordplay, referencing seeking support and guidance from a religious figure.


'Cause I've seen the hearses now
DMX has witnessed death and is aware of its consequences.


But if this was Gilligan's Isle, Thirstin' Howl, wow
DMX is making a pop culture reference and playing on words.


Look at his kicks, they worth a thou'
DMX is pointing out someone's expensive shoes.


Isn't it sad, do what I say and wish that you had
DMX is saying that his haters wish they were in a better position, like him.


You Michigan crabs, you stabbed you piss in a bag
DMX is insulting a specific group of people and their habits.


Or worse than that, zipped in a bag
DMX implies that people can be killed and disposed of, as if in a body bag.


Broke to fractions, a division of math
DMX is playing on words to describe someone's financial ruin.


From, Hollywood, shittin' on Shaft, we go hard
DMX and his crew are successful and powerful, even in the face of Hollywood and other competitors.


Killa Killa Killa, Killa uh, uh
DMX is hyping up his collaborator, Cam'ron.


I just love how it's goin, Cam, X flowin'
DMX is appreciating the positive collaboration and flow between him and Cam'ron.


(Get at 'em dawg I'm already knowin'
Cam'ron is encouraging DMX to keep going and attack their enemies.


Step lightly around dawg (yeah) I might be hittin' town dawg (yeah)
DMX is warning his enemies of his presence and willingness to engage in violence.


You really tryin to get down dawg?
DMX is challenging his enemies to confront him.


Only thing I can do with pussy is fuck it
DMX sees women as sexual objects with no other value.


And I would tell you to suck my dick but you might suck it
DMX is using vulgar language and threats to assert his dominance over others.


See y'all niggas the cat type (what)
DMX is insulting his enemies and pointing out their inferiority.


You still a baby get your ass wiped (what)
DMX is saying that his enemies are immature and need to be disciplined.


Must I take a nigga's last stripe? (come on)
DMX is asserting his dominance and asking if he has to take away someone's last shred of dignity.


You'se a bitch, now more bitch than a bitch
DMX is saying that his enemies are weak and cowardly.


Still a bitch fuckin bitch, you been a bitch
DMX is insulting his enemies and emphasizing their inferiority.


Know how we do, run up, in a bitch
DMX and his crew invade their enemies' turf and cause chaos.


Peep the crib, run up, in it quick (yeah)
DMX and his crew are swift and calculated in their operations.


Everything breathin' stops, only thing my niggas is leavin'
DMX and his crew are killing their enemies or causing enough fear to make them flee.


Is shots, you done got a nigga hot
DMX and his crew are using firearms to eliminate their enemies.


Let me catch you on the block, bitch-ass niggas is cowards
DMX is challenging his enemies to confront him face-to-face and calling them weak.


Done fucked around and dropped the soap in the shower (come on)
DMX is insulting his enemies by suggesting they will be raped in prison.


Uh, we go hard
DMX and his crew are relentless and tough.


Never mind what a nigga say, we go hard
DMX and his crew don't care about critics or their opinions.


We gon' play how we want to play, we go hard
DMX and his crew control their actions and won't be told what to do.


Bitch, we do this shit all day, we go hard
DMX and his crew are accustomed to being tough and won't back down.


Motherfucker, uh, uh, we go hard
DMX is emphasizing their tough nature and implying a sense of defense.




Lyrics © SC PUBLISHING DBA SECRETLY CANADIAN PUB., BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Fred Bridges, Bobby Eaton, Cameron Giles, Richard Knight, Earl Simmons, Ricardo Williams, Ernest Wilson

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