Nuthin' But a ‘G’ Thang
DR. DRE feat. snoop dogg Lyrics

One, two, three and to the four
Counting to four, indicating the start of something important.

Snoop Doggy Dogg and Dr. Dre is at the door
Announcing their arrival, ready to make their mark.

Ready to make an entrance, so back on up (Cause you know we're 'bout to rip shit up)
Warning others to step aside as they prepare to show off their skills and take over the stage.

Gimme the microphone first, so I can bust like a bubble
Asserting his privilege to take the lead, to dominate and own the microphone.

Compton and Long Beach together, now you know you in trouble
Foretelling danger seen when two associated cities come together, foreseeing others being overpowered by their collaboration.

Ain't nothin' but a G thang, baby
Parading the fact that they are gangsters, so their style is always cool and like no other, hence the 'G' in the g-thang.

Two loc'ed out niggas so we're crazy
Referring to themselves as crazy, fearless, and out-of-control men.

Death Row is the label that pays me
Acknowledging their association with the infamous Death Row Records, and its role in their compensation.

Unfadeable, so please don't try to fade this (hell yeah)
Boldly stating that they are unbreakable and untouchable, daring anyone to try and defeat them, while expressing confidence and defiance.

But, uh, back to the lecture at hand
Returning to the topic at hand, focusing on education, imparting knowledge, and wisdom.

Perfection is perfected, so I'ma let 'em understand
Implying that they, as the absolute best, will define perfection for others to learn and recognize their exceptional skill.

From a young G's perspective
Speaking from a perspective of someone seasoned, yet young in years, from the street life they know so well.

And before me dig out a bitch I have to find a contraceptive
Suggesting the importance of safe sex, in their sexual encounters with women.

You never know, she could be earnin' her man / And learnin' her man, and at the same time burnin' her man
Reminding the listener that women should not be underestimated, as they might be playing both sides at once.

Now you know I ain't with that shit, Lieutenant
Asserting a position of power, and that no unwanted dramas will be accepted.

Ain't no pussy good enough to get burnt while I'm up in it
Being unapologetic about their sexual boundaries, stating that no sexual encounter is worth contracting a sexually transmitted disease.

(Yeah) And that's realer than Real-Deal Holyfield
Confirming that their commitment to safe sex is serious and more real than anything else.

And now you hookers and hoes know how I feel
Addressing women indirectly and making it clear that they stand by their principles, regardless of someone's opinion.

Well if it's good enough to get broke off a proper chunk
Suggesting the pleasure in enjoying something that is good enough to indulge, despite any risks.

I'll take a small piece of some of that funky stuff
Expressing interest in anything that is exciting and different, in this case, funky music.

It's like this and like that and like this and uh / It's like that and like this and like that and uh / It's like this and like that and like this and uh / Dre, creep to the mic like a phantom
Describing an unending cycle of their musical stylings, with Dr. Dre advancing on the microphone quietly and expertly to continue the song.

Well I'm peepin' and I'm creepin' and I'm creepin' / But I damn near got capped 'cause my beeper kept beepin'
Creating an aura of suspicion, and revealing a dangerous situation in which he nearly lost his life due to his cell phone beeping continuously.

Now it's time for me to make my impression felt / So sit back, relax, and strap on your seatbelt
Announcing his intention to take over the scene, asking listeners to relax, and prepare for an unforgettable ride.

You never been on a ride like this before / With a producer who can rap and control the maestro
Promising listeners a ride that has never been experienced before, boasting an ability to take full control of the musical elements like the conductor of an orchestra, and having extraordinary rapping and producing skills at the same time.

At the same time with the dope rhyme that I kick / You know and I know, I flow some ol' funky shit
Confirming his unique expertise, being able to deliver world-class rapping on top of the outstanding music that was created.

To add to my collection, the selection / Symbolizes dope, take a toke, but don't choke
Boasting the quality of his musical collection, alluding to its drug-like addictiveness and potency, urging the listeners to take a musical hit but, implying not to overdo it.

If you do, you'll have no clue / Of what me and my homie Snoop Dogg came to do
Warning of the consequences of indulging in too much, to the point where listeners will be unaware of why Snoop Doggy Dogg and Dr. Dre are so influential in their world.

Fallin' back on that ass with a hellified gangsta lean / Gettin' funky on the mic like a old batch of collard greens
Demonstrating a distinctive, cocky dance move, aligning with his gangster credentials, while also referring to the soulfulness and smoothness in his voice like an old batch of collard greens.

It's the capital S, oh yes I'm fresh, N double-O P / D O double-G Y, D O double-G, ya see
As rapping the name of Snoop Doggy Dogg, with a vocalized spelling of the abbreviation for New Orleans Original Pimp, emphasizing his freshness in the music industry.

Showin' much flex when it's time to wreck a mic / Pimpin' hoes and clockin' a grip like my name was Dolomite
Asserting his flex, or confidence, when running the microphone booth and his role as a pimp, casually referencing the film character, Dolomite, known for his pimp-like attitude.

Yeah, and it don't quit / I think they in the mood for some motherfuckin' G shit (hell yeah)
Confirming that they are unstoppable, and that listeners crave their gangster rap-style music and reaffirming their toughness and resilience.

So, Dre (what up Dog?) / Gotta give 'em what they want (what's that, G?) / We gotta break 'em off somethin' (hell yeah) / And it's gotta be bumpin' (city of Compton)
Deciding that giving their audience what they crave is essential, announcing they will 'break them off' any song worthy of their reputation, alluding to their preferred location of Compton.

Is where it takes place, so when asked, yo' attention / Mobbin' like a motherfucker but I ain't lynchin'
Stressing the importance of Compton and its significance in their music, claiming they will command respect, without resorting to the brutality of lynching.

Droppin' the funky shit that's makin' the sucker niggas mumble / When I'm on the mic, it's like a cookie, they all crumble
Boasting of the excellence of their music, seeing their lyrics are so powerful that it makes the less able competitors tremble and fall, calling them suckers, hence crumbling when confronted with their artistic skill.

Try to get close and your ass'll get smacked / My motherfuckin' homie Doggy Dogg has got my back
Warning people of the physical harm that they will face if they cross the line, while expressing confidence in their gangster friend supporting them.

Never let me slip, 'cause if I slip, then I'm slippin' / But if I got my Nina, then you know I'm straight trippin'
Acknowledging his flaws as a human being but expressing his commitment to success and self-preservation no matter what the cost, revealing that his gun, Nina, is his last resort to safety.

And I'ma continue to put the rap down, put the mack down / And if you bitches talk shit, I'll have to put the smack down
Making it clear that he will continue to create amazing music with confidence while also threatening that he won't hesitate to use violence if needed.

Yeah, and you don't stop / I told you I'm just like a clock when I tick and I tock / But I'm never off, always on to the break of dawn
Confirming his bragging rights of being one of the best musicians in the game, stating that he never clocks out, and always delivers with passion and dedication until the break of dawn.

C-O-M-P-T-O-N, and the city they call Long Beach / Puttin' the shit together / Like my nigga D.O.C., "No One Can Do It Better"
Mentioning the cities of Compton and Long Beach, and emphasizing their unique place in the music world, promising listeners that together with their pal D.O.C., they will produce the definitive gangsta rap music that no one can beat.

You've got the feelin' / Rock the other side / You've got the feelin' (yeah, yeah) / You've got the feelin' / Rock the other side / You've got the feelin' (yeah, yeah) / You've got the feelin' / Rock the other side / You've got the feelin' (yeah, yeah)
Encouraging listeners to enjoy the music, dance wildly, and have the time of their lives, expressing the incredibly powerful feelings that they get from their music, hence, the feelin'.