Similar to Shyheim (aka The Rugged Child), Da Youngsta's were the definition of raw talent back in 1993. However unlike shyheim who carried on as a Wu Affiliate, Da Youngsta's disappeared into thin air, shortly after their last album "I'll make you famous" dropped. It's such a shame, as Taji, Qur'an & Tarik were some of Philly's best MC's regardless of their age. However unlike Shyheim who was a bit younger than Da Youngsta's (11 years old!), each and every MC does not carry that young/adolescent sound that can clearly give away age and turn away some listeners, infact, their voices are some of the roughest and hardest I've ever heard!. Which makes you wonder, are these really teenagers? To add to their hard-hitting sound & ruff flows, The aftermath comes equipped with nothing less than strict Hiphop legends on board for the ride: DJ Premier, Pete Rock, Marley Marl & The beatnuts! who each do their thing, for the talented youngsta's. This emphasises just how much potential these guys were showing, as legends like these don't just do tracks with anybody. Even though every track is worth listening to, I'd have to say that "It'z Natural" produced by The beatnuts, "Who's The Mic Wrecka" produced by Pete Rock & "Crewz Pop" produced by 118th Street are the standouts, being complete 1993 classics that showcase just why Da Youngsta's were the best teenagers the hiphop world had ever seen. Without a doubt, this album is historic... fans of that rough & rugged sound /top notch production will love "the Aftermath". A Must for all fans of Early 90's hiphop, where talent & creativity was at its peak. GET THIS. PEACE
Illy Filly Funk
Da Youngsta's Lyrics
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"It′s the mother number number one the funky youngsta" - Naughty By nature
Who is it?
"The crew with the"
"Illy filly funk"
Peep the skills the technique
Yes G I know when I wreck beats
I'm coming with the illy filly funk
Like billy the kid I′m bucking down punks
I get wicked when it′s time to get the job done son
So run before I come like a young gun
Representing Illy town I've been around
I gets down yo I′ve been raised by the underground
So make way it's the mother funky Youngstas
Rough and rugged were the Illy Filly Funkstas
Hit em hard, boom boom, hit em hard
I hit you so hard that I knock you of your guard
No holds barred I′m coming to get you like a bounty hunter
Your numbers up when I take off like a road runner
It ain't no gimmick when I′m running shit like Emmitt
Got you shot like a clinic with the wack epidemic
Try oh try, yo S.L.A.Y.S
It's what the rhyme does so you better jet
I got mad rhymes that make Mother Goose upset
Make them sweat like malaria I'ma bury ya
Clear the area, before I crash through your barrier
Rhymes is [?], these jobs getting nasty, you blast me
You can never past or smash me
Styles like concrete I′m smelling defeat
When I speak, I got to terminate your crew because your squad′s weak
So now I'm coming to your court to slam dunk
Cause you can′t stop when I drop the filly funk
The lyrics of Da Youngsta's song "Illy Filly Funk" are an expression of their confidence and authority within the rap world. The song begins with a playful exchange of "Who is it?" and "It's the mother number number one the funky youngsta" which sets the tone for the rest of the song. The trio showcases their impressive rap skills with lines like "Peep the skills, the technique, Yes G I know when I wreck beats," and "I get wicked when it's time to get the job done son, So run before I come like a young gun." They're not afraid to take on anyone, especially those who underestimate them, as evident in the line "I hit you so hard that I knock you off your guard."
Da Youngsta's pride in their hometown of Philadelphia, referred to as "Illy town," is evident through lines like "Representing Illy town I've been around, I gets down yo I've been raised by the underground." They credit their success to their roots and the people who have supported them, which is reflected in their group name. Da Youngstas are supported by a group of "Illy Filly Funkstas," who are rough and rugged, unafraid of fighting for what they believe in. The song's lyrics convey a sense of unity and pride in their community, a common theme in rap music.
Overall, "Illy Filly Funk" is a rap anthem that celebrates individual and collective strength, both personal and regional. Da Youngsta's declare their authority in the rap game and show respect for the roots that have helped them grow.
Line by Line Meaning
Who is it?
The singer wants to know who is there
"The crew with the"
"Illy filly funk"
The singer is introducing their crew and their style of music, which is called "Illy filly funk"
Peep the skills the technique
The singer wants the listener to pay attention to their skills and technique
Yes G I know when I wreck beats
The artist is bragging about their ability to create great music
I'm the one you let speak, I'm letting off heat so don't sleep
The artist believes they are the best at making music and is warning the listener to not underestimate them
I'm coming with the illy filly funk
The singer is announcing that they will be using their unique style of music
Like billy the kid I'm bucking down punks
The singer is comparing themselves to a famous gunslinger and saying that they will defeat their opponents
I get wicked when it's time to get the job done son
The artist is saying they become very aggressive and efficient when they need to accomplish a task
So run before I come like a young gun
The artist is warning their opponents to flee before they arrive and cause trouble
Representing Illy town I've been around
The artist is saying they are a respected member of their community and have been there for a long time
I gets down yo I've been raised by the underground
The singer is saying that they have been influenced and taught by the underground music scene
So make way it's the mother funky Youngstas
The artist is introducing their crew and emphasizing their significance
Rough and rugged were the Illy Filly Funkstas
The singer is saying that their crew is tough and aggressive, and emphasizes their unique style of music
Hit em hard, boom boom, hit em hard
The singer is emphasizing their aggressive approach to music and conflict
I hit you so hard that I knock you of your guard
The singer is bragging that they are so powerful that their opponent will not be able to defend themselves
No holds barred I'm coming to get you like a bounty hunter
The artist is saying they will stop at nothing to defeat their opponent, like a bounty hunter on a mission
Your numbers up when I take off like a road runner
The artist is saying that their opponent's time is up, and they will quickly defeat them like a fast road runner bird
It ain't no gimmick when I'm running shit like Emmitt
The singer is saying that they are in charge and a serious force to be reckoned with, just like Emmitt Smith was in his football career
Got you shot like a clinic with the wack epidemic
The singer is saying that their music is so powerful that it will destroy anything inferior or negative like a disease epidemic
Try oh try, yo S.L.A.Y.S
The artist is challenging their opponents, saying that they will defeat them no matter what (S.L.A.Y.S. may be the artist's nickname or acronym for something)
It's what the rhyme does so you better jet
The artist is saying that their music will defeat their opponents, so they should leave ("jet") before things get too intense
I got mad rhymes that make Mother Goose upset
The artist is saying that their music is so good that it would even impress the Mother Goose character who is known for making nursery rhymes
Make them sweat like malaria I'ma bury ya
The singer is saying that their music will make their opponents feel nervous, just like sweating due to a serious illness like malaria, and they will eventually defeat them ("bury ya")
Clear the area, before I crash through your barrier
The artist is warning their opponents to leave the area before they burst through and destroy their defenses
Rhymes is [?], these jobs getting nasty, you blast me
This line is difficult to interpret, but it may mean that the singer's music is very intense and causes conflict, and their opponents could possibly fight back against them
You can never past or smash me
The singer is saying that their opponents can never defeat them
Styles like concrete I'm smelling defeat
The singer is saying their style of music is solid and unbreakable, and that their opponent will lose to them
When I speak, I got to terminate your crew because your squad's weak
The artist is saying that their music is so good that it will defeat their opponent's entire crew because they are weak in comparison
So now I'm coming to your court to slam dunk
The artist is saying that they are coming to show off their skills and defeat their opponents, just like a basketball player dunking the ball into the hoop
Cause you can't stop when I drop the filly funk
The singer is saying that when they play their music, nobody can stop them from achieving their goals
Writer(s): Mark Sebastian, Steve Boone, John Benson Sebastian, Kuran Goodman, Taji Goodman, Tarik Goodman
Contributed by Nolan B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.