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
Only For U
Daz Dillinger Lyrics
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Daz:
You know what I'm saying?
I wish I had her back you know what I'm saying?
But it's all good baby you lose some you gain some
But I don't want to gain no more you know what I'm saying?
I'm chilling right now you know what I'm saying?
Shh... damn
There are some times when I am bad
Then there are times when I am glad
Then there are times, when I am down
Through all these times, you've been around
For the time is now, that I finally see, what your love really means
Never again, will I ever be the same
Seasons change, feelings change too, but it don't mean I change for
you
Chorus:
Only for you
Only for you
Only for you I do what I do
Only for you
That's why I'll do the things I do
Only for you
Daz:
I met a woman plus a lady that was sweet and unique
She was no trick or no tramp, she was no freak of the street
I was amazed, looks and attitude, I spoke of gratitude
She wasn't stuck up and rude, and we became cool
From then on we learnt as friends, as lovers
You could be my girl, I'd be your man just forever
Baby was butter, the bomb shit, tight shit on
I was the king of the castle, she was the queen on my throne
Stoned and bombed out, 24-7 all day
If you can handle it baby to come around my way
I get the digits, I'll give you a call later on
Your answering machine, come on, I leave a message on your phone
I'll ring you later, I hope you'll get the message, baby page me
As the days go by, I hope that you can be my lady
Am I crazy for pursuing the woman that's bad
In my heart I feel lonely and sad, and it's only for you
Chorus
When we make love, every moment is felt, we get it on
Like Marvin Gaye, I'm digging deep and beyond
Until the break of dawn I treat you like you want to be, good
I'll pick you up in five seconds, I'll be there in your hood
Get it girl, let me see me cold rock your world
You got no time for the games, I feel the same baby girl
Your homies and homegirls probably went playa hating
But it's all cool, I'll keep the real from the fake
You'll be eating lobsters and steak, shrimps as big as the plate
We're in the gangsta paradise, coke and weed me all night
So make the greatest moments happen when it's me and you alone
Take the receiver of the telephone, you ain't home, huh
It ain't no problems, ain't no big fall out
No (???) on this relationship, so figure it out
Chorus
Big Pimpin:
She comes on like my girl goes
No (???) looking welfare, and mentally half here
Travelling in directions which haven't been traveled by a woman before
She's a bad woman, bad meaning beautiful, wonderful and good
She dances to her heritage to shake herself free
She inspires us, the chains break
And wipes the sweat from her independent dignity with grace
She is a bad woman, bad meaning beautiful, wonderful and good
They say that the queen of (???) was bad,
but then I look up at you, and I say "well, what about you? you're a
bad
woman too"
They say that men would drink out of Marilyn Monroe's toast
As well as if she was an (???),
But not as beautiful as we thought she was
Because she was a bad woman too, bad meaning beautiful, wonderful and
good
Yeah you're a bad woman, meaning beautiful, wonderful and good
Chorus
Only for you I'll do the things that I do
Daz:
Yeah baby, love Daz forever. Beeeitch!!
The song "Only for U" by Daz Dillinger featuring Lady 'V' and Big Pimpin talks about a man's love for a woman. Daz expresses his desire to have her back but accepts that he has lost her. He says that he doesn't want to gain any more love, and he is content with where he is. The female singer Lady 'V' talks about how there are different phases in a relationship but to her, the man has always been around. She says she has finally realized the true meaning of his love, and she won't be the same. The chorus repeats the idea that their actions in the relationship are only for each other.
Daz shares how he met a unique lady who wasn't a trick, tramp or a freak from the street. They became cool, lovers and entered into a serious relationship. He treats her well by picking her up and taking her out to fine-dine restaurants. He proudly reigns as the king of the castle while letting her be his queen. They make love like there is no tomorrow, and every moment they are together is felt deeply. Big Pimpin offers a few lines expressing his admiration for strong, independent women who inspire with their confidence and dignity.
Overall, the song is an old-school jam that talks about love, relationships, and treating someone special. It highlights the ups and downs of being in a relationship but assures the listener that they will continue to do things only for their special person.
Line by Line Meaning
You know what I'm saying?
Do you understand what I'm saying?
I wish I had her back you know what I'm saying?
I miss my ex-girlfriend and wish to be with her again.
But it's all good baby you lose some you gain some
It's okay because you win and lose in life.
But I don't want to gain no more you know what I'm saying?
I don't want to have more losses.
I'm chilling right now you know what I'm saying?
I'm relaxing at the moment.
There are some times when I am bad
There are times when I act negatively.
Then there are times when I am glad
Other times, I feel glad.
Then there are times, when I am down
There are other times when I feel depressed.
Through all these times, you've been around
But through it all, you have been there for me.
For the time is now, that I finally see, what your love really means
I have realized the true meaning of your love.
Never again, will I ever be the same
I have changed for the better because of your love.
Seasons change, feelings change too, but it don't mean I change for you
Even though feelings and situations change, I won't change who I am for you.
Only for you
I do these things for you and no one else.
That's why I'll do the things I do
I do certain things to show my love for you.
I met a woman plus a lady that was sweet and unique
I met a unique and kind woman.
She was no trick or no tramp, she was no freak of the street
She was not a promiscuous woman.
I was amazed, looks and attitude, I spoke of gratitude
I was pleased with both her appearance and personality.
She wasn't stuck up and rude, and we became cool
She was not snobby, and we became friends.
From then on we learnt as friends, as lovers
From that point, we learned about each other as friends and later as lovers.
You could be my girl, I'd be your man just forever
We could be in a long-lasting relationship.
When we make love, every moment is felt, we get it on
When we are intimate, we are fully present and enjoying the moment.
Like Marvin Gaye, I'm digging deep and beyond
I'm putting my heart and soul into our love-making, like Marvin Gaye's music.
Until the break of dawn I treat you like you want to be, good
I treat you the way you want and deserve to be treated, until morning.
Get it girl, let me see me cold rock your world
Let me show you how great I can make you feel.
You got no time for the games, I feel the same baby girl
We both want a serious relationship without any games.
Your homies and homegirls probably went playa hating
Your friends may be jealous or critical of our relationship.
But it's all cool, I'll keep the real from the fake
That's okay, I'll distinguish the true friends from the fake ones.
They say that the queen of (???) was bad,
People say that the queen of something was unruly,
but then I look up at you, and I say "well, what about you? you're a bad woman too"
But when I look at you, I think you are just as amazing.
Yeah baby, love Daz forever. Beeeitch!!
In conclusion, Daz loves his significant other forever.
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Daz:
You know what I'm saying?
I wish I had her back you know what I'm saying?
But it's all good baby you lose some you gain some
But I don't want to gain no more you know what I'm saying?
I'm chilling right now you know what I'm saying?
Shh... damn
Lady "V":
There are some times when I am bad
Then there are times when I am glad
Then there are times, when I am down
Through all these times, you've been around
For the time is now, that I finally see, what your love really means
Never again, will I ever be the same
Seasons change, feelings change too, but it don't mean I change for
you
Chorus:
Only for you
Only for you
Only for you I do what I do
Only for you
That's why I'll do the things I do
Only for you
Daz:
I met a woman plus a lady that was sweet and unique
She was no trick or no tramp, she was no freak of the street
I was amazed, looks and attitude, I spoke of gratitude
She wasn't stuck up and rude, and we became cool
From then on we learnt as friends, as lovers
You could be my girl, I'd be your man just forever
Baby was butter, the bomb shit, tight shit on
I was the king of the castle, she was the queen on my throne
Stoned and bombed out, 24-7 all day
If you can handle it baby to come around my way
I get the digits, I'll give you a call later on
Your answering machine, come on, I leave a message on your phone
I'll ring you later, I hope you'll get the message, baby page me
As the days go by, I hope that you can be my lady
Am I crazy for pursuing the woman that's bad
In my heart I feel lonely and sad, and it's only for you
Chorus
When we make love, every moment is felt, we get it on
Like Marvin Gaye, I'm digging deep and beyond
Until the break of dawn I treat you like you want to be, good
I'll pick you up in five seconds, I'll be there in your hood
Get it girl, let me see me cold rock your world
You got no time for the games, I feel the same baby girl
Your homies and homegirls probably went playa hating
But it's all cool, I'll keep the real from the fake
You'll be eating lobsters and steak, shrimps as big as the plate
We're in the gangsta paradise, coke and weed me all night
So make the greatest moments happen when it's me and you alone
Take the receiver of the telephone, you ain't home, huh
It ain't no problems, ain't no big fall out
No (???) on this relationship, so figure it out
Chorus
Big Pimpin:
She comes on like my girl goes
No (???) looking welfare, and mentally half here
Travelling in directions which haven't been traveled by a woman before
She's a bad woman, bad meaning beautiful, wonderful and good
She dances to her heritage to shake herself free
She inspires us, the chains break
And wipes the sweat from her independent dignity with grace
She is a bad woman, bad meaning beautiful, wonderful and good
They say that the queen of (???) was bad,
but then I look up at you, and I say "well, what about you? you're a
bad
woman too"
They say that men would drink out of Marilyn Monroe's toast
As well as if she was an (???),
But not as beautiful as we thought she was
Because she was a bad woman too, bad meaning beautiful, wonderful and
good
Yeah you're a bad woman, meaning beautiful, wonderful and good
Chorus
Only for you I'll do the things that I do
Daz:
Yeah baby, love Daz forever. Beeeitch!!
Groove
I miss gangsta music like this very deeplly. I pray this style of music makes a comeback soon. Sing it Val!
Joel Morales
Me 2
bcool
Daz's best solo joint. Val Young doing her thing. The beat. Big Pimpin's outro. Perfection.
Marco Morote
I love val young voice she kills it on the hooks
DatNigga Eazy E.
her Nate Jewell Michel'le and Nanci made DR's records a lot more lively
esestlloco
Nate cousin too
Nikki Jones
Everything about this song is lovely from the track to the beautiful vocals. Music that you can feel in your heart.
K Re
20 + years later still banging Timeless G Funk!
The Question
My favourite song from the D-A-Z. Too fucking underrated. One of the best from the west.
Thomas Sturgis
22 years later - and it still hits like a 2020...