Got My Mind Made Up
Dat Nigga Daz Kurupt Method Man Redman 2Pac Lyrics


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You find an MC like me who's strong
Leaving motherfucker's aborted, with no verbal support
And when I command the microphone I get deadly as Kahn though
With a bear and a snake and a panda, I'm on those
Who can withstand, the more power I gain
And make it possible for me to drop a few to wreck your brain
Imagine and keep on wishing upon a star
Finally realizing who the fuck we are
When I penetrate, it's been withstanding, faded
Would it be the greatest MC of all time
When I created rhyme for the simple fact
When I attack I crush your pride
My intention to ride, every time all night
I'm faced with the scars beyond this one bar
For me to put down my guard, I'm faced with it, I'm a ride
Breaking in gas with the six-eight all day
In and out with my pay
I'm soon to count the bodies

So mandatory my elevation my lyrics like orientation
So you can be more familiar with the nigga you facing
We must be patient nothing better than communication
Known to damage and highly flammable like gas stations
Sorry I left that ass waiting
No more procrastination give up to fate, and get that ass shaking
I'm busting and making motherfuckers panic
Don't take your life for granted put that ass in the dirt
You swear the bitch was planted
My lyrics motivate the planet
It's similar to Rhythm Nation
But thugged out, forgive me Janet
Who's in control I'm activating your souls
You know, the way the games get controlled
You, two years ago, a friend of mine
Told me Alize and Cristal blows your mind
Bear witness to the dopest fucking rhyme I wrote
Taking off my coat, clearing my throat

I got my mind made up, come on (come on)
Get in get in too (get on it)
Let it ride (get wit it) tonight's the night
I got my mind made up, come on
Get in get in too
Let it ride tonight's the night

Well I come through with two packs
Of the bomb prophalaks for protection
So my fucking sac won't collapse
Cause nowadays, shit's evading the x-rays
Sending young motherfuckers to an early grave
I wonder, if my terrifying tactics of torturing MC's
Shows my heart's as cold as the tundra
Electrifying like thunder, I'm just too much
Rough and raw with that motherfucking poisonous touch
I'm an MC with lyrics that's the fucking bom-bay
Your got dissed, that's before it's ingest like balmay
My rhymes, I leave a mark on your mind
As the deadly vibes spread through your head like sand pine
There's no escape, nah I ain't blasting
I use my mental to assassinate assassin's for those asking
Opposed to laughing, raw maniacal villain
Laughter enhances the chances of the killing
Why is that? 'cause smiling faces deceive
You best believe, to MC's I'm the deadliest disease
My thoughts rip your throat and make it hard to breathe
Your whole camp's under seige, and I'm Jason Vorhees
In the heat of the night is when I defeat and ignite mikes
My verbal snipe, your vocab on site
I'm out the cut, uncut and raw with no clause for all
So all my rhymes hit and split the bricks on the wall
Your already have an idea about the superior sphere
The greater rhyme creator on both sides of the equator
I rock from here to there, to Philly and back
To LA on the spot where I rock and bust like straps
As your views get overshadowed when you come in contact
Beware, set and prepare to enter verbal combat

Fuck you losers, while you fake jacks I makes maneuvers
Like Hitler, sticking up (Jews) with German (lugers)
The Mr. Meth-Tical from Staten Isle
Will be back after this mess-age don't touch the dial
Rarely do you see an MC out for justice
Got my gun powder and my musket blow!
Melons get swellings, I paint mental pictures like Magellen
Half of my Clan's three deep felons
Niggas best protect they joints for Nine-Nickel
Man I stay on point like icicles
Now who wanna test Tical then touch Tical
All up in your motherfucking mouth
Head banger boogie
Catch me on tour with Al Doogie
Method Man roll too tight, you can pull me
Better take one and pass or that's that ass
Your vital statistics are low and falling fast
Johnny Blaze out to get loot like Johnny Cash
Play a game of Russian Roulette and have a blast

Hey yo, lyrical gas spitting the criminal tactics
Non-believers get my dick and genitals backwards
Let's face it, there's no replacement
Taste this, mad underground basement, shit I'm laced with
Avalanche on your whole camp when I'm splifted
Funk Doctor who? Spock bitch don't get it twisted
I got connects like Federal Express
To get the fresh package of bless, the dogs can't fetch
Got the clear spot from the rear block
To bust till every nigga here drop, men I fear not
Hold your nose and blow out till your ears pop
Since your crew suit you to shift now you claim that you get's lot
With, this underground cannabis
I'm dangerous like John the bomb analyst
Then proceeds like keys
My degrees freeze consecutively like EPMD LP's
Lick off a shot and hit your fam' by mistake
So I erase the whole front row at the wake
I planned my escape in case Jake or a snake bust it
I'm the one pushing the hearse in the first place
Confidence for you shaky ass folks
Pump for Rockafella for the day he got smoked
Choke, off this anecdote got you ope
Get roast, by my lyrics Billy Dee .45 Colt




And I'm out for nine nickel (INS the rebels)
West, list this, this, this

Overall Meaning

In the song Got My Mind Made Up, the artists express their confidence and power as rappers while also touching on societal issues. The opening lines show that the artists are strong and can leave others speechless with their lyrics. They further express this confidence by stating that they are deadly when rapping. Continuing to demonstrate their strength, the artists talk about their intention to ride all night and that they count the bodies they leave behind. Through their lyrics, they want to remind their audience that they are one of the greatest MCs of all time.


The song changes perspective and tone throughout the verses. One rapper talks about not procrastinating and embracing fate. Another rapper talks about their motivation being similar to the โ€œRhythm Nationโ€ but thugged out. Tupac chimes in with his verse where he raps about torturing other MCs and how that shows his heart is cold. He describes his rhymes as a disease and how they can take over someoneโ€™s body. Redman and Method Man discuss their lyrical skills and how they can mentally assassinate other MCs. In the end, Inspectah Deck talks about his confidence in his own music style and his love for Billy Dee Williams.


Line by Line Meaning

You find an MC like me who's strong
I am a powerful and skilled rapper


Leaving motherfucker's aborted, with no verbal support
I completely shut down and silence other rappers


And when I command the microphone I get deadly as Kahn though
When I grab the mic, I become unstoppable and dangerous


With a bear and a snake and a panda, I'm on those
I have an arsenal of profound and diverse lyrics at my disposal


Who can withstand, the more power I gain
No one can handle the increasing strength and influence I possess


And make it possible for me to drop a few to wreck your brain
I have the ability to deliver mind-blowing rap verses that leave a lasting impact


Imagine and keep on wishing upon a star
Dream big and never stop striving for greatness


Finally realizing who the fuck we are
We have come to understand and embrace our true identity


When I penetrate, it's been withstanding, faded
When I make my mark in the rap game, it becomes deeply ingrained and unforgettable


Would it be the greatest MC of all time
Could I possibly become the most legendary rapper ever


When I created rhyme for the simple fact
Because I write and perform rap verses for the pure joy and artistry of it


When I attack I crush your pride
When I come at you with my rap skills, I humiliate and overpower you


My intention to ride, every time all night
I am determined to dominate and excel in every rap battle, no matter how long it takes


I'm faced with the scars beyond this one bar
I have experienced significant challenges and obstacles throughout my career


For me to put down my guard, I'm faced with it, I'm a ride
Even when I face adversity, I refuse to back down and will continue to push forward


Breaking in gas with the six-eight all day
I am constantly hustling and making money by any means necessary


In and out with my pay
I swiftly and efficiently collect my earnings and move on


I'm soon to count the bodies
I have inflicted significant damage and defeat upon my opponents


So mandatory my elevation my lyrics like orientation
My lyrical skills are essential and necessary for my rise to success


So you can be more familiar with the nigga you facing
I want my audience to truly understand who I am as an artist


We must be patient nothing better than communication
Patience and effective communication are key to success


Known to damage and highly flammable like gas stations
My words and presence are explosive and have the potential to cause significant damage


Sorry I left that ass waiting
Apologies for keeping you waiting


No more procrastination give up to fate, and get that ass shaking
Stop delaying and surrender to destiny, and start taking action


I'm busting and making motherfuckers panic
I am constantly surprising and overwhelming my competitors, causing them to panic


Don't take your life for granted put that ass in the dirt
Don't underestimate the value of your life, give it your all


You swear the bitch was planted
You are convinced that I have set you up for failure


My lyrics motivate the planet
My words inspire and motivate people worldwide


It's similar to Rhythm Nation
It has a similar impactful and revolutionary quality like Janet Jackson's 'Rhythm Nation'


But thugged out, forgive me Janet
But with a more aggressive and gritty style, apologizing to Janet Jackson


Who's in control I'm activating your souls
I have the power to awaken and energize your spirits


You know, the way the games get controlled
You are aware of how the rap industry operates and is manipulated


You, two years ago, a friend of mine
You were once a close friend of mine, but it has been two years


Told me Alize and Cristal blows your mind
You shared with me that Alize and Cristal alcohol amaze you


Bear witness to the dopest fucking rhyme I wrote
Observe and recognize the incredible and powerful rap verse I have composed


Taking off my coat, clearing my throat
Preparing to deliver a remarkable performance, clearing my throat to start


I got my mind made up, come on (come on)
I have made a firm decision and I'm determined, urging others to join me


Get in get in too (get on it)
Join the movement and participate with enthusiasm


Let it ride (get wit it) tonight's the night
Let's embrace the moment and enjoy the night to its fullest


Well I come through with two packs
I arrive with two packs of condoms for protection


Of the bomb prophalaks for protection
To ensure safe sexual encounters and prevent any negative consequences


So my fucking sac won't collapse
To keep my testicles safe and intact


Cause nowadays, shit's evading the x-rays
Because modern life presents hidden dangers that are difficult to detect


Sending young motherfuckers to an early grave
Causing young individuals to die prematurely


I wonder, if my terrifying tactics of torturing MC's
I contemplate whether my intimidating strategies for defeating other rappers


Shows my heart's as cold as the tundra
Suggest that I possess a ruthless and unforgiving nature


Electrifying like thunder, I'm just too much
I am electrifying and powerful, overpowering others with my presence


Rough and raw with that motherfucking poisonous touch
I possess a rough and aggressive style, capable of causing significant harm


I'm an MC with lyrics that's the fucking bom-bay
I am a highly skilled rapper with explosive and impactful lyrics


Your got dissed, that's before it's ingest like balmay
You have been insulted and disrespected even before fully comprehending it


My rhymes, I leave a mark on your mind
My rap verses make a lasting impression on your thoughts


As the deadly vibes spread through your head like sand pine
The intense and powerful energy of my lyrics infiltrate your mind


There's no escape, nah I ain't blasting
There is no way to evade or avoid me, but I won't resort to violence


I use my mental to assassinate assassin's for those asking
I rely on my intellect to defeat other highly skilled rappers


Opposed to laughing, raw maniacal villain
Instead of laughing, I embrace my role as a sinister and unpredictable character


Laughter enhances the chances of the killing
Laughing increases the likelihood of causing harm and defeat


Why is that? 'cause smiling faces deceive
Because appearances can be deceiving, especially when someone is smiling


You best believe, to MC's I'm the deadliest disease
It is important to understand that I am the most destructive threat to other rappers


My thoughts rip your throat and make it hard to breathe
My words are so sharp and cutting that they leave you speechless and struggling


Your whole camp's under seige, and I'm Jason Vorhees
I have launched an all-out attack on your entire crew, and I am as unstoppable as Jason Vorhees


In the heat of the night is when I defeat and ignite mikes
I dominate and conquer in high-pressure situations, igniting the microphone with my performances


My verbal snipe, your vocab on site
My lyrical precision is like a sniper, dismantling and overpowering your vocabulary


I'm out the cut, uncut and raw with no clause for all
I come from a brutal and unfiltered environment, with no exceptions or limitations


So all my rhymes hit and split the bricks on the wall
Every single one of my rap verses is powerful enough to shatter and break through walls


Your already have an idea about the superior sphere
You already have a sense of the greatness and superiority I possess


The greater rhyme creator on both sides of the equator
Acknowledgment that I am one of the greatest rappers worldwide


I rock from here to there, to Philly and back
I am a versatile and influential rapper, known across various locations


To LA on the spot where I rock and bust like straps
I shine and excel in Los Angeles, where my performances are explosive and impressive


As your views get overshadowed when you come in contact
When you encounter me, your opinions and perspectives are diminished


Beware, set and prepare to enter verbal combat
Be cautious and ready to engage in a fierce battle of words


Fuck you losers, while you fake jacks I makes maneuvers
I dismiss and insult those who are fake and inferior, while I make strategic moves


Like Hitler, sticking up (Jews) with German (lugers)
Using a provocative and controversial comparison, I assert my dominance


The Mr. Meth-Tical from Staten Isle
I am the unique and talented rapper from Staten Island known as Method Man


Will be back after this mess-age don't touch the dial
I will return after this important message, so stay tuned


Rarely do you see an MC out for justice
It is uncommon to witness a rapper seeking fairness and righteousness


Got my gun powder and my musket blow!
I am armed and ready to cause destruction and exert my power!


Melons get swellings, I paint mental pictures like Magellen
I create vivid and imaginative images with my lyrics, leaving a lasting impact


Half of my Clan's three deep felons
A significant portion of my rap group consists of individuals with criminal records


Niggas best protect they joints for Nine-Nickel
People should guard and defend themselves in dangerous situations


Man I stay on point like icicles
I remain focused and sharp, like icicles that can be dangerous


Now who wanna test Tical then touch Tical
Who is brave enough to challenge me, Method Man?


All up in your motherfucking mouth
I am deeply involved in your personal affairs and will confront you directly


Head banger boogie
A description of a high-energy dance style that accompanies aggressive music


Catch me on tour with Al Doogie
Find me on tour with my rap partner, Al Doogie


Method Man roll too tight, you can pull me
My style and persona are so well-developed that you cannot undermine or manipulate me


Better take one and pass or that's that ass
You should share and pass around the drugs or else you'll suffer the consequences


Your vital statistics are low and falling fast
Your health and well-being are deteriorating rapidly


Johnny Blaze out to get loot like Johnny Cash
I am determined to accumulate wealth and success, similar to Johnny Cash


Play a game of Russian Roulette and have a blast
Engage in a dangerous and thrilling activity with no regard for the consequences


Hey yo, lyrical gas spitting the criminal tactics
I rap with explosiveness and employ aggressive strategies


Non-believers get my dick and genitals backwards
Those who doubt or underestimate me end up looking foolish and foolish themselves


Let's face it, there's no replacement
Let's be honest, there is no substitute for me


Taste this, mad underground basement, shit I'm laced with
Experience and savor my raw and authentic style, infused with skill


Avalanche on your whole camp when I'm splifted
I bring forth an overwhelming force, overpowering your entire crew


Funk Doctor who? Spock bitch don't get it twisted
I am the Funk Doctor, don't mistake or confuse my identity


I got connects like Federal Express
I have powerful connections and resources at my disposal


To get the fresh package of bless, the dogs can't fetch
I secure the latest and most valuable blessings, which others cannot obtain


Got the clear spot from the rear block
I have claimed my territory and established my presence from the back streets


To bust till every nigga here drop, men I fear not
I will continue to rap until everyone in the vicinity is defeated or worn out, I am fearless


Hold your nose and blow out till your ears pop
Engage in activities that relieve pressure and discomfort in your ears


Since your crew suit you to shift now you claim that you get's lot
Now that you have changed your style and identity, you falsely claim to be successful


With, this underground cannabis
I possess and represent the raw and underrepresented aspect of the rap industry


I'm dangerous like John the bomb analyst
I am as dangerous and unpredictable as a skilled bomb expert


Then proceeds like keys
After establishing my dominance, I continue to make progress and thrive


My degrees freeze consecutively like EPMD LP's
My achievements and successes come one after another, just like EPMD's albums


Lick off a shot and hit your fam' by mistake
I accidentally harm your loved ones while trying to target you


So I erase the whole front row at the wake
I eliminate and eradicate multiple individuals connected to you during a funeral


I planned my escape in case Jake or a snake bust it
I prepared and strategized my escape plan if the police or enemies try to capture me


I'm the one pushing the hearse in the first place
I am the cause and instigator of your demise, overseeing your funeral arrangements


Confidence for you shaky ass folks
I possess an unwavering self-assurance, unlike those who are uncertain


Pump for Rockafella for the day he got smoked
I express support and admiration for Jay-Z (Rockafella) on the day he faces significant challenges


Choke, off this anecdote got you ope
Suffocate and be overwhelmed by the personal stories and experiences I share


Get roast, by my lyrics Billy Dee .45 Colt
Be scorched and severely impacted by the power and force of my rap verses


And I'm out for nine nickel (INS the rebels)
And I am actively seeking success and victory, representing INS the rebels


West, list this, this, this
Pay attention to the West Coast scene and its influence on rap music




Lyrics ยฉ Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DELMER DREW ARNAUD, RICARDO BROWN, TUPAC SHAKUR

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@mistermann3225

Pac absolutely MURDERS this shit. One of his most UNDERRATED verses.

@user-xi8po4be4n

For real

@Rosemary-oe3zy

Tell me a verse he said on this then.. ?

@furiousstyles2k

๐Ÿ’ฏ facts

@Rosemary-oe3zy

@@furiousstyles2k why what does he say in this song that makes you think that he killed it ? Tell me a verse ..

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@MrKito101

Method Man just keeps on proving why he's one of my all time favourites

@FckPeace2

Facts the illest wu member since beginning paid attention to this kat when he first start making singles and knew he had it iron lung โ›“

@Mike-zq1kt

Red killed him tho "lick off a shot and hit yo fam by mistake, so I erase the whole front row at yo wake"

@MrKito101

@@Mike-zq1kt dynamic duo lol ๐Ÿ˜‚

@upperechelon3412

Legendary!!! It's like a cypher recorded into a song. Everyone spit venom on this. Real Hip-Hop at its finest!

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