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
When Ya Lease Expected
Daz Dillinger Lyrics
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Motherfucker, cha-pow here I am let's get started off right
With a gun or a fight, think you hard
You a dog that don't bite, see I'm trained to kill
Give a fuck about you hoes, spill ya blood for thrills
Grip ya body, naked shakin' we neck breakin'
Niggas in my hood be runnin' while them niggas salt shakin'
Bone crush em' and rush em' and get out and then touch em'
Watch out, surrounded by niggas that's plottin' and creepin'
Lot of caps slippin' and jack me for my chips
Nah, get the twelve gauge and load a gob
Blowin' something in these niggas if they actin' calm
Niggas'll blast, yellin' out "Fuck y'all"
While they mashin' steady blastin'
Ain't just here for nothin' doin' right for right
Cause it's right, shit niggas gotta do to earn they stripes
[Hook]
Can't run, ya can't hide
Gon' get cha' when ya least expect it
Ya gon' diiiiiie, yeah, yeah
Can't run, ya can't hide
Gon' get cha' when ya least expect it
Ya gon' diiiiiie
[Verse 2]
Took about the same looty to perform my duty
Survey this thing to a nigga that knew me
Little did I know he was settin' me up
Wettin' me up and catch me up
Barely escapin' heart beatin' fast mile racin'
A shotty in hell, I thought I was dead
But I'm alive and payback is a mother you fucker
I'll be back carvin' Ruckers when the gauge start bustin'
Penitentiary rap but we here and ain't shit
Nigga dyin' quick and get ya throat split
Comin' out do worse, I love to do work
Retaliation, revenge make it hard to live
Shoot-outs cop, when ya jackin' and robbin' and mobbin'
Stabbin' on through the town, layin' em' down
I'm a war street veteran, never say I better than anybody
That nigga Daz and Young Gotti
Blast em' with the shot after fleein' the scene
Cause money, power, and dreams make a hell of a scheme
Grippin' nine to ya brain, put the set on shade
Writin' big, bold letter that'll weigh ya sign
[Hook]
[Verse 3]
My dreams and nightmares hard before I went to sleep
So I stay awoke and cocked with four five loaded
Cautious on my toes at all times, on the grind
Mindin' my own, dropped and smoke in the zone
It's a shame how we do it, how we represent the game
Blast and maintain for the money and the fame
You know the steelo, nigga we know
We get down and dirty because we do low
Keep it strong for so long, I couldn't go wrong
But fuckin' with some niggas knew some shit would go wrong
Niggas comin' up short chop em' down with the chopper
Givin' em' all tones and one hand sole
Nigga stop it, show me how you do it, how ya drop it
Give my dogs a fat just to get it poppin'
Got the dope and the scale and it ain't hard to tell
Hard bound but come around where the dogs dwell
When ya least expect it, you can die any second
Nigga stop check it and dwell on it and respect it
[Hook]
[Daz talkin]
Yeah ain't no where to run and ain't no where to hide
Ha ha (Don't die) so you might as well just go on and kill yourself
(When ya least expect it, ya gon' die) ha ha ya know why (Die, die)
Nigga ha, ha (Ya can't run) yeah
The lyrics to Daz Dillinger's "When Ya Least Expected" is about the world of gang violence, retaliation, and survival in the streets of Los Angeles. The first verse speaks to the violence and the recklessness of gang members. Daz Dillinger describes himself as "trained to kill" and "grip ya body, naked shakin', we neck breakin'." The second verse touches on the price of being a gang member and the possibility of betrayal by someone close to you. The final verse is a message to his enemies, stating that they can die any second "when ya least expect it."
The hook of the song "Can't run, ya can't hide. Gon' get cha' when ya least expect it. Ya gon' diiiiiie" is a reminder that violence and retribution are inevitable in the world of gangs. It shows how fear rules the streets, and violence can come at any moment, so it's better to be prepared than caught off guard.
The lyrics of "When Ya Least Expected" also highlight the strong influences of West Coast hip-hop in the mid-1990s, with lyrics spanning tales of territorial distinctions, betrayal, and survival. The song's overall aggression, along with its anti-police sentiment, made it a favor of many gangsta rap fans.
Line by Line Meaning
Motherfucker, cha-pow here I am let's get started off right
Introduction, get ready for some hardcore lyrics
With a gun or a fight, think you hard
Ready to take on anyone, willing to use violence
You a dog that don't bite, see I'm trained to kill
Calling out those who are all bark and no bite, with a serious intent to harm
Give a fuck about you hoes, spill ya blood for thrills
No regard for human life, willing to kill for pleasure
Grip ya body, naked shakin' we neck breakin'
Using physical violence to intimidate and harm
Niggas in my hood be runnin' while them niggas salt shakin'
People in his neighborhood are scared and intimidated by his violent behavior
Bone crush em' and rush em' and get out and then touch em'
Inflicting severe physical harm and quickly leaving the scene
Doin' better than the Feds when they jackin' my box
Being more effective and successful than law enforcement agencies in protecting his possessions
Watch out, surrounded by niggas that's plottin' and creepin'
Being constantly on guard since there are people plotting to harm him
Lot of caps slippin' and jack me for my chips
Many people attempting to steal from him
Nah, get the twelve gauge and load a gob
Prepared to use a firearm to protect himself and his possessions
Blowin' something in these niggas if they actin' calm
Using violence to deal with anyone who appears calm, but might be a threat
Niggas'll blast, yellin' out "Fuck y'all"
Will retaliate with violence against those who cross him
While they mashin' steady blastin'
Continuing to retaliate with violence while they flee the scene
Ain't just here for nothin' doin' right for right
Won't hesitate to use violence when necessary, will protect himself and his possessions
Cause it's right, shit niggas gotta do to earn they stripes
Strengthening his reputation as a violent individual in order to gain respect and status within his community
Can't run, ya can't hide
There's no escape from the consequences of one's actions
Gon' get cha' when ya least expect it
Retribution may come unexpectedly
Ya gon' diiiiiie, yeah, yeah
Strongly emphasizing the harsh reality of consequences for actions
Took about the same looty to perform my duty
The cost of getting the job done is worth it
Survey this thing to a nigga that knew me
Asking someone he knows for information or help
Little did I know he was settin' me up
Being deceived by someone he trusted
Wettin' me up and catch me up
Being set up and betrayed
Barely escapin' heart beatin' fast mile racin'
Narrowly avoiding potential injury or death and feeling the physical effects of fear
A shotty in hell, I thought I was dead
Thinking it's over, believing he's going to die
But I'm alive and payback is a mother you fucker
Surviving and seeking revenge against those who wronged him
I'll be back carvin' Ruckers when the gauge start bustin'
Returning to his normal criminal activities and retaliating with violence
Penitentiary rap but we here and ain't shit
Rapping about prison and criminal activities, but not being deterred from continuing them
Nigga dyin' quick and get ya throat split
Threatening violence against those who cross him
Comin' out do worse, I love to do work
Being even more violent and ruthless after being wronged
Retaliation, revenge make it hard to live
Describing the negative consequences of being a violent individual
Shoot-outs cop, when ya jackin' and robbin' and mobbin'
Expecting to encounter law enforcement or retaliation when engaging in criminal activity
Stabbin' on through the town, layin' em' down
Using a knife to harm others in public places
I'm a war street veteran, never say I better than anybody
Having experience in violence and criminal activity, but not feeling superior to others
That nigga Daz and Young Gotti
Referring to himself and another rapper
Blast em' with the shot after fleein' the scene
Using a firearm and then quickly leaving the area
Cause money, power, and dreams make a hell of a scheme
Being motivated by wealth, influence, and ambition
Grippin' nine to ya brain, put the set on shade
Threatening violence against someone with a gun, and wearing gang colors
Writin' big, bold letter that'll weigh ya sign
Leaving a mark or message indicating one's presence or credibility
My dreams and nightmares hard before I went to sleep
Being haunted by past actions and experiencing anxiety about the future
So I stay awoke and cocked with four five loaded
Being constantly alert and prepared to use a firearm
Cautious on my toes at all times, on the grind
Being always attentive, ready to respond to threats, and working hard
Mindin' my own, dropped and smoke in the zone
Minding his own business and smoking marijuana
It's a shame how we do it, how we represent the game
Acknowledging the negative aspects and consequences of criminal culture
Blast and maintain for the money and the fame
Using violence and crime to gain wealth and notoriety
You know the steelo, nigga we know
Referring to the style and culture of criminal behavior
We get down and dirty because we do low
Engaging in immoral, illegal activities
Keep it strong for so long, I couldn't go wrong
Being successful in criminal activity for an extended period of time
But fuckin' with some niggas knew some shit would go wrong
Understanding the risks and consequences of engaging with certain people or activities
Niggas comin' up short chop em' down with the chopper
Dealing with those who've wronged him through violent retaliation
Givin' em' all tones and one hand sole
Inflicting severe physical harm on others
Nigga stop it, show me how you do it, how ya drop it
Challenging others to match his violent behavior
Give my dogs a fat just to get it poppin'
Paying others to assist with or participate in criminal activity
Got the dope and the scale and it ain't hard to tell
Having access to illegal drugs and tools to measure them for sale
Hard bound but come around where the dogs dwell
Being confident and skilled in violent behavior and expecting others to recognize this
When ya least expect it, you can die any second
People who engage in criminal behavior may face unexpected consequences, including death
Nigga stop check it and dwell on it and respect it
Reflecting on the potential consequences of one's actions and the reality of violent behavior
Yeah ain't no where to run and ain't no where to hide
Acknowledging that there's no escape from one's actions and their consequences
Don't die
Encouraging listeners not to engage in violent or criminal behavior
Die, die
Emphasizing the harsh reality of the potential consequences of violent behavior
Ya can't run
There's no escape from the consequences of one's actions
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