Dillinger, like many of his peers, signed record deals with Death Row after being introduced to Dr. Dre by Warren G just as Dre began recording his seminal 1992 album, The Chronic. Dillinger contributed to The Chronic as well as his cousin Snoop Doggy Dogg's multi-platinum Doggystyle , Tupac Shakur's All Eyez on Me and the majority of the label's multi-platinum releases.
He released his first album Dogg Food with Kurupt as Tha Dogg Pound which went multi-platinum continuing Death Row's force as the most successful hiphop label. After Dr. Dre left the label, Daz became Death Row's main producer and was largely involved in Snoop's sophomore album Tha Doggfather and various compilations and soundtracks. After the death of Tupac Shakur, the departures of Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, Nate Dogg and the imprisonment of label CEO Suge Knight, Daz was the only major artist left on Death Row and mainly responsible for the work done in the label. In 1998 he released his solo-offering Retaliation, Revenge and Get Back for the first time using the more commercial-friendly artist name Daz Dillinger and even though the album reached gold status it was considered to be a commercial failure for the still high standards established by Death Row's previous releases.
Around 2000 Daz left the crumbling Death Row records and started his own imprint DPG Recordz. He released his second solo-album 2000's R.A.W. independently. Although the album didn't reach the success of his Death Row releases the album gained cult status in the underground West Coast rap scene. After that, Daz has kept on his business as CEO of his record label and has released several EP's and LP's with his name.
In 2002 Daz and his long time friend Kurupt parted ways because the latter rejoined Death Row and Daz's "arch-enemy" Suge Knight. Since that Daz and Kurupt have each released several dis records aimed at each other.
On April 13, 2005, Daz reunited with Kurupt through the peace meeting labelled "Protect the West", in which several other West Coast rap icons united to put aside their differences in hope of succeeding together.
Daz released an album on Jermaine Dupri's So So Def label titled 'So So Gangsta ' which's was released September 12, 2006
Do You Know
Daz Dillinger Lyrics
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[Snoop Dogg]
DPGC, You know what I'm throwin' up
[Daz Dillinger]
Yeaaa!
Y'all niggaz know what time it is, yeah
Yeah, all my motherfuckin' gangsta's put your motherfuckin' hands in the air
Who's the nigga that you love to hate?
Don't debate, bust you - dead in your face
Hold up! Wait a minute as I get down and dirty with it
Smokin' my spinach, Dat Nigga Daz is a menace
And I'm finna get gangsta with it
I'm outta the cut with some shit that I wrote
With my Dogghouse niggaz, so you know I must be dope but I..
Rat-tat-tat-tat that ass
What the fuck, Dat Nigga Daz won't stop
Til' I get the cash
I mash for the cars, and I'll bash your jaw
Blue and grey khakis with the All-Star's
Ten years of this gangsta shit
Bumpin' your system front and back and you know that it's crip
One nigga left the crew, somethin' we grew
To my monumental niggaz that draped in all blue
Greyed out, with the white trim Nike's
With my first cousin Bigg Snoop Dogg right behind me
Wanna die? Try me
With them AK twins drop like siamese
Get down to grindin', yo nigga, fuck signs
[Snoop Dogg]
Suge Knight is a fat bitch! HA HA
[Daz Dillinger]
I be the nigga with an all gat tucked in my drawers
Why nigga? Cause I'm down by law
D-O-double-G P-O-U-N-D, G-A-N-G-S-T-A C-R-I-P
Tell me what time it is cuh, ???? ???
Showin' y'all ???? niggaz there's no love
I thug it up, I slug it up, I tug it up
I DPGC nigga, you know what I'm throwin' uuuuup!
[Chorus: Daz Dillinger]
DPGC nigga, you know what I'm throwin' uuuuup!
Yeah, and you know we gon keep it gangsta up in this motherfucka
The song "Do You Know" by Daz Dillinger is a classic gangsta rap song that talks about gang culture and boasts about being a part of the notorious DPGC (Dogg Pound Gangsta Crips) gang. In the song, Daz Dillinger raps about his gangster lifestyle, his gang affiliations, and the respect and fear his gang commands on the street. The song is an anthem for gangsters and their crew, and as Daz Dillinger proclaims in the chorus "DPGC nigga, you know what I'm throwin' up!", he is reminding his peers of the gang sign they throw up as a sign of solidarity.
The lyrics of the song are straightforward and unapologetic. Daz Dillinger talks about his gang affiliations and the violent and criminal behavior that comes with it. He repeatedly suggests that he's willing to go to extreme lengths to protect his crew and the honor of his gang. The song heavily features Snoop Dogg, who adds his signature style and humor to the song. The two rappers trade verses, talking about gang culture and their place within it.
Overall, "Do You Know" is a classic gangsta rap song that showcases Daz Dillinger's and Snoop Dogg's skills as rappers. The song is a testament to gang culture and the respect and fear that it commands.
Line by Line Meaning
DPGC, You know what I'm throwin' up
Referring to the group Dogg Pound Gangsta Crips (DPGC) and claiming that everyone listening knows what he is representing.
Y'all niggaz know what time it is, yeah
Asserting that all listeners are familiar with the gangsta lifestyle and DPGC's music.
You know we about to get stupid in this motherfucker!
Suggesting that the upcoming performance will be wild and high-energy, in line with the notoriously violent Crip reputation.
Who's the nigga that you love to hate?
Asking rhetorically if the listener is familiar with hate for Crips and declaring himself that hated individual.
Don't debate, bust you - dead in your face
Warning whoever considers challenging him to not hesitate, as he is prepared to kill them on the spot.
Smokin' my spinach, Dat Nigga Daz is a menace
Using Popeye's line to boast that he is powerful and dangerous, even without spinach.
And I'm finna get gangsta with it
Promising to escalate the gangster behavior, particularly in the upcoming performance.
I'm outta the cut with some shit that I wrote
Claiming to have come up with lyrics so good, he's already won the battle.
With my Dogghouse niggaz, so you know I must be dope but I..
Reinforcing his own credibility as well as acknowledged expertise of his Dogghouse record label peers.
Rat-tat-tat-tat that ass
Mimicking the sound of the gunfire he would use on rivals, implying that he's not averse to using violence.
What the fuck, Dat Nigga Daz won't stop
Making clear that despite any attempt to intimidate him, he won't be dissuaded or intimidated from pursuing his goals.
Til' I get the cash
Stating that his main motivation is money, likely through record sales, gang activities, or both.
I mash for the cars, and I'll bash your jaw
Seemingly referring to carjacking while asserting that he'll use violence if necessary.
Greyed out, with the white trim Nike's
Describing the specific attire of his and his peers' clothing to better establish their Crip gang membership.
With my first cousin Bigg Snoop Dogg right behind me
Using his close association with Snoop Dogg, whom he is proud to call his first cousin, to show his prominence within the rap industry.
Wanna die? Try me
Issuing a challenge to anyone who wants to test his toughness and willingness to use violence.
With them AK twins drop like siamese
Boasting that he owns and can use AK-47s with precision to take down opponents easily.
Get down to grindin', yo nigga, fuck signs
Encouraging his fellow Crips, comrades, and fans to stay dedicated to the gangsta way of life, even if it means breaking the law.
Suge Knight is a fat bitch! HA HA
Making a derogatory, expletive-laced comment about Suge Knight, an infamous gangster and record executive, to insult him and establish his own reputation for boldness.
I be the nigga with an all gat tucked in my drawers
Admitting that he is armed with a gun.
Why nigga? Cause I'm down by law
Asserting his adherence to the code of the streets and willingness to engage in illegal activities as a result.
D-O-double-G P-O-U-N-D, G-A-N-G-S-T-A C-R-I-P
Spelling out the name of his gang and its allies, Double-O G Pounds, and stating his gangster status.
Tell me what time it is cuh, ???? ???
Addressing his fellow gangsters or fans and asking them to boast or show their gang allegiance.
Showin' y'all ???? niggaz there's no love
Letting everyone know that they should expect no mercy, no matter who they are or their background.
I thug it up, I slug it up, I tug it up
Emphasizing that he is a tough, competent gangster, both physically and in carrying out illegal activities.
I DPGC nigga, you know what I'm throwin' uuuuup!
Repeating the gang's initials and hand signals, emphasizing his loyalty and his pride in being a member of that group.
DPGC nigga, you know what I'm throwin' uuuuup!
Repurposing his initial line to be a repeating hook throughout the song and declaring his Crip allegiance one final time at the end of the track.
Yeah, and you know we gon keep it gangsta up in this motherfucka
Pledging that he and his fellow rappers will stay true to their gangster lifestyle, whether in the recording studio or on the streets.
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