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
Gangsta Sh*T
Daz Dillinger Lyrics
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That's what I give 'em y'knahmsayin
Then I turn around and whip it up and I give 'em (that's that shit)
Then we just bubble it up, countin all the money
Because you know that's that (gangsta shit)
And then when I BALL OUT on your motherfuckin ass
It's to let you know (that's that shit)
Get a hole in your chest, fuck your eye swollen
The crank stolen, motherfucker yeah it's paid for
With thirty-six O-Z's of real Peruvian blow
A thousand grams, cop the whole ki
You get busted motherfucker you don't know me
Hundreds, fifties, twenties and tens
Even, fives and ones, even pennies even spend
I'm a hustler, adapt at wherever I fit in
Once I lace the whole city, everybody can get in
I ain't got no frizzends, business of this coke game
Rap game, fuck that, nigga yo it's all the same
To want revenge wrapped around a {? } seperated
Two hundred and fifty thousand, nigga you finally made it
Look at me now - can you tell the difference?
500 SLV's, a nigga dippin
The streets got my back, everybody eatin
We ain't starvin no more, we ballin every weekend
New shoes for my feet and my car
See I'm shinin like a star, takin me afar
I got work, I'm sittin with a pound and a half a ki'
750 G's, blowin bomb weed
Now count it up, nigga, imagine that
Once I recop nigga, ain't no goin back
That gangsta shit
Say that's that shit
That gangsta shit
Say that's that shit
You see we comin up, let a nigga have it
We keep it jumpin on the set like a fuckin rabbit
I bust me a bad-ass bitch
She don't know that I'm po' but um (that's that shit)
Say that you a gangsta, nigga go on and show me
What'chu got, homey, yo fuck your homies
Cock it back, show me what the matter fact the real is
This is what it is when a nigga in the showbiz
What it do, what it do like a pot of soup
We stay in that loop, we smokin on that bomb fruit
Strawberries, pineapples, and it smell good
Where you find this, you can't get it in the hood
On the contrary yo it's necessary
Mash the pedal now a nigga legendary
I'm gettin money, yeah a nigga laughin
Daz gettin money and I'm havin cash
Cause I, cause I
And when we roll around the hood
You know we bang bang
VS all up the thing
A bunch of pussies sing (that's that shit)
Watch for the polices nigga
Watch out for niggaz
Keep yo' eyes opened
So yo you don't get plowed down
Stay on the grind, hand on your nine
Don't try to sho't me motherfucker cause I want mine
And if you can, speak to the man
Come do what you say motherfucker yeah yeah yeah yeah
Yeahhhhhhh motherfucker straight up in your face
The lyrics in Daz Dillinger's "Gangsta Sh*t" depict life in the gangsta culture. The song is all about living it up, making money, and not letting anyone stand in the way. Dillinger speaks of his life with a sense of pride and confidence, no matter what the rest of the world thinks. He is making money, and he is living life on his own terms. When someone asks him for that "gangsta shit," he gives it to them, and he's not afraid to flaunt his success.
The lyrics go on to describe Dillinger's life and how he has come to be where he is. He's been through it all, from the rough streets to the rap game, and he's adapted to every situation. He's earned his street cred, and he's not about to let anyone take it away from him. The lyrics glorify the gangsta lifestyle, and Dillinger makes it clear that he's proud of who he is and what he's accomplished.
Overall, "Gangsta Sh*t" is a song that celebrates the gangsta culture. It's a song that depicts a way of life that may not be for everyone, but it's a way of life that Dillinger has chosen for himself. He's a hustler, he's making money, and he's not afraid to flaunt it. The song is all about living life on your own terms and being proud of who you are.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, you know when a nigga ask me and say (that gangsta shit)
When people approach me asking about the criminal lifestyle, I give them truthful answers and insights
That's what I give 'em y'knahmsayin
I give them authentic information about being a gangster
Then I turn around and whip it up and I give 'em (that's that shit)
I take their interest in the criminal lifestyle seriously and inform them more in detail about it, immersing them into it
Then we just bubble it up, countin all the money
We prosper from illegal activities and spend count the proceeds
Because you know that's that (gangsta shit)
The business associated with criminal lifestyle glamorizes through media, so people are intrigued by the lifestyle
And then when I BALL OUT on your motherfuckin ass
When I exhibit extreme success or dominance, I want to make sure you understand the cause for it
It's to let you know (that's that shit)
By becoming successful of illicit activities, it demonstrates what the criminal lifestyle can provide through hard work and smart decisions
You see I'm strapped up (brrrrrrrap) nigga my pockets bulgin
I carry a firearm and have lots of cash on me
Get a hole in your chest, fuck your eye swollen
If I have to use my firearm, I won't be lenient and will inflict extreme injury
The crank stolen, motherfucker yeah it's paid for
I've acquired a large amount of a specific drug (crank), either by stealing or buying it
With thirty-six O-Z's of real Peruvian blow
I have a big stash of high-quality cocaine from Peru
A thousand grams, cop the whole ki
I've obtained a full kilogram of drugs, which is quite significant in the illegal drug trade
You get busted motherfucker you don't know me
If you were to get caught by law enforcement, you are instructed to not reveal that you know me
Hundreds, fifties, twenties and tens
I have various denominations of cash on me
Even, fives and ones, even pennies even spend
I have almost all denominations of US currency on me, as I am prepared to pay for anything
I'm a hustler, adapt at wherever I fit in
I can be successful in any illegal activity because of my savvy ability with business and sales
Once I lace the whole city, everybody can get in
When I've established my drug empire in a new location, I'm willing to sell to anyone who wants to purchase
I ain't got no frizzends, business of this coke game
I don't make friends in the drug world as it's solely based on business
Rap game, fuck that, nigga yo it's all the same
The illegal drug and rap industries are similar and when it comes right down to it it's all about money and success
To want revenge wrapped around a {? } seperated
I have a desire for revenge wrapped in my own personal pain, possibly due to loss or betrayal
Two hundred and fifty thousand, nigga you finally made it
By accruing $250,000, you have finally reached a level of financial success
Look at me now - can you tell the difference?
I'm enjoying my success and have everything I need in life
500 SLV's, a nigga dippin
I have an expensive SLV car valued at around $500k
The streets got my back, everybody eatin
I am highly respected in the streets and my success indirectly supports many others as they will benefit from my influence and profits
We ain't starvin no more, we ballin every weekend
My associates and I are no longer struggling financially and can enjoy weekends with excesses due to the success of our criminal activities
New shoes for my feet and my car
I am now constantly purchasing new items for myself, such as shoes or even a new car
See I'm shinin like a star, takin me afar
I'm enjoying the attention of my success and happiness resulting from my criminal activities
I got work, I'm sittin with a pound and a half a ki'
I currently have drugs in my possession, with a total of one and a half kilos of product
750 G's, blowin bomb weed
I'm smoking high-quality marijuana worth over $750k
Now count it up, nigga, imagine that
Calculate the total amount of money and drugs I'm currently holding, it's hard to believe
Once I recop nigga, ain't no goin back
Once I replenish or recover all the drugs I've purchased or sold, there is no going back to a life without them
You see we comin up, let a nigga have it
My associates, as well as myself, are becoming more successful and we are willing to assert our power while doing so
We keep it jumpin on the set like a fuckin rabbit
We are making our presence known on street corners and other locations where illegal activities occur
I bust me a bad-ass bitch
I have a sexual encounter with a very attractive woman
She don't know that I'm po' but um (that's that shit)
The woman I'm involved with does not know that I am poor, possibly due to my prosperity through illegal activities
Say that you a gangsta, nigga go on and show me
If you claim to be living the gangster lifestyle, you need to prove it and back it up with actions
What'chu got, homey, yo fuck your homies
What do you have that proves you are truly living the gangster lifestyle? Your friends' opinions do not matter.
Cock it back, show me what the matter fact the real is
Pull out your weapon and show me that you are truly living the life you claim to be living
This is what it is when a nigga in the showbiz
This is what it is like to be a successful illegal drug dealer who deals with the business aspects of their trade
What it do, what it do like a pot of soup
Similar to a boiling pot of soup, we consistently produce profitable and illegal business
We stay in that loop, we smokin on that bomb fruit
We remain within our illegal business loop and constantly relax by smoking high-quality marijuana
Strawberries, pineapples, and it smell good
The flavor and aroma of the marijuana we smoke is of high quality
Where you find this, you can't get it in the hood
This particular marijuana is not typically available to purchase within our typical operating locations
On the contrary yo it's necessary
Despite this, having access to high-quality marijuana like this is necessary for our well-being and relaxation
Mash the pedal now a nigga legendary
I'm now at a point in my success and recognition that the actions I take and decisions I make are viewed as legendary by others
I'm gettin money, yeah a nigga laughin
I am currently profiting significantly from my illegal activities and am joyfully celebrating
Daz gettin money and I'm havin cash
I am gaining wealth and significant amounts of cash
Cause I, cause I
This is all possible because of my criminal lifestyle and the hard work it requires
And when we roll around the hood
When we cruise through our criminal activity neighborhood
You know we bang bang
We are heavily armed and ready for situations that may arise
VS all up the thing
We are flaunting our wealth by wearing expensive purchases, such as clothing or jewelry
A bunch of pussies sing (that's that shit)
People who are not involved in the criminal lifestyle are quick to criticize it
Watch for the polices nigga
Be vigilant and cautious of the police
Watch out for niggaz
Be careful of other people, particularly of those within the same criminal activity space
Keep yo' eyes opened
Be alert and mindful of the surroundings
So yo you don't get plowed down
So you don't become a victim of violence or other negative outcomes that may arise within this world
Stay on the grind, hand on your nine
Stay focused and committed to your illegal activities, as well as always be ready for violence or other security risks by having a firearm ready
Don't try to sho't me motherfucker cause I want mine
Don't try to cheat or take advantage of me, because I have worked hard for my success and will not let it be taken from me
And if you can, speak to the man
If possible or necessary, communicate with others within the drug world to resolve issues or achieve goals
Come do what you say motherfucker yeah yeah yeah yeah
Realize the promises you make and take the necessary actions to achieve them
Yeahhhhhhh motherfucker straight up in your face
This is a direct message and warning to anyone who may come into conflict with me or my associates
Contributed by Vivian N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.