There are multiple artists called "Do Or Die": 1) American rap trio, 2) Bel… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists called "Do Or Die": 1) American rap trio, 2) Belgian metal band, 3) American bay area g-rap, 4) New Zealand Christian pop-punk.
1) Do or Die is an American rap trio originally from Chicago, Illinois. The group experienced mainstream success with the single "Po Pimp", a collaboration with fellow Chicago rapper, Twista, off the album Picture This, that peaked at #22 on the Billboard Hot 100. Group members are Belo Zero, N.A.R.D. (Niggas Ain't Ready to Die) and AK-47. Belo Zero was a late addition to the group w/ Psycho Drama member Young Buk being an original member. Young Buk never recorded any material w/ the group and Belo Zero was later added to the roster. The trio has sold more than 3 million albums. Alongside Crucial Conflict, another Chicago group with a similar vocal and lyrical style, they helped launch the city's first national hip hop movement.
2) Do Or Die is a Belgian Metal band. They have always been a live band. Formed in 1999 and led by their founder/singer Chris, DO OR DIE always felt comfortable on stage, no matter if it was at the big European festivals, opening for bands such as Hatebreed, Agnostic Front, ProPain and Biohazard or in front of 100 kids in a club, they always put out the same energy as if it was their first show. After the first 7 inch EP "Tears of Rage" (500 copies sold in less than a month) got released, they immediately started playing shows non-stop all over Benelux and France. Their first full length "Heart Full of Pain" came out in 2001 on I Scream Records. More shows/tours followed and they also recorded their second record, "The Meaning of Honor", in the same year, which was released in early 2002.
DO OR DIE then faced a tough period in their career. Half of the band decided to quit in 2003 because of a conflict between their personal lives and the exhausting touring attached to being in DO OR DIE. 2004 saw them return with a new line-up and the loudest comeback imaginable, when they played Pressure Fest, Graspop and Fury Fest on the same weekend. "Tradition" got recorded around that time too and was released in 2005, marking their first effort for Alveran Records and the start of their cooperation with M.A.D. Tourbooking, both of which opened the doors to Germany for the band. One of the guitarists left the band in the same year, but the rest of DO OR DIE, already familiar with throwbacks, were not willing to put it down and continued promoting "Tradition" across Germany, Holland, Poland, Sweden, and well known festivals like the Dour Fest, Pressure Fest, With Full Force and even the Superbowl of Hardcore in New York while at the same time writing songs for a new record.
Come 2008, the new album is all wrapped up, carries the title "Pray for Them" and is scheduled for a release on May 23rd. This record marks a new start for the band with a new face and new strength but still holding on to the roots of the previous releases. Do Or Die are back and determined to take back the crown of European Hardcore - 2008 will see the band touring non-stop with "Pray For Them" in their luggage set to destroy every stage they will enter.
3) Do Or Die is a bay area g-rap group from San Francisco, CA.
4) Do Or Die were a christian pop-punk band from North Shore, Auckland NZ. They played numerous shows and won a competition to record and release a single, however it was never fully completed and instead only a test pressing was released. They had a very short-lived career, lasting only a year or two. Members moved on to play in Scenic Drive, Bright Lights, xSunday Schoolx and Alaska.
1) Do or Die is an American rap trio originally from Chicago, Illinois. The group experienced mainstream success with the single "Po Pimp", a collaboration with fellow Chicago rapper, Twista, off the album Picture This, that peaked at #22 on the Billboard Hot 100. Group members are Belo Zero, N.A.R.D. (Niggas Ain't Ready to Die) and AK-47. Belo Zero was a late addition to the group w/ Psycho Drama member Young Buk being an original member. Young Buk never recorded any material w/ the group and Belo Zero was later added to the roster. The trio has sold more than 3 million albums. Alongside Crucial Conflict, another Chicago group with a similar vocal and lyrical style, they helped launch the city's first national hip hop movement.
2) Do Or Die is a Belgian Metal band. They have always been a live band. Formed in 1999 and led by their founder/singer Chris, DO OR DIE always felt comfortable on stage, no matter if it was at the big European festivals, opening for bands such as Hatebreed, Agnostic Front, ProPain and Biohazard or in front of 100 kids in a club, they always put out the same energy as if it was their first show. After the first 7 inch EP "Tears of Rage" (500 copies sold in less than a month) got released, they immediately started playing shows non-stop all over Benelux and France. Their first full length "Heart Full of Pain" came out in 2001 on I Scream Records. More shows/tours followed and they also recorded their second record, "The Meaning of Honor", in the same year, which was released in early 2002.
DO OR DIE then faced a tough period in their career. Half of the band decided to quit in 2003 because of a conflict between their personal lives and the exhausting touring attached to being in DO OR DIE. 2004 saw them return with a new line-up and the loudest comeback imaginable, when they played Pressure Fest, Graspop and Fury Fest on the same weekend. "Tradition" got recorded around that time too and was released in 2005, marking their first effort for Alveran Records and the start of their cooperation with M.A.D. Tourbooking, both of which opened the doors to Germany for the band. One of the guitarists left the band in the same year, but the rest of DO OR DIE, already familiar with throwbacks, were not willing to put it down and continued promoting "Tradition" across Germany, Holland, Poland, Sweden, and well known festivals like the Dour Fest, Pressure Fest, With Full Force and even the Superbowl of Hardcore in New York while at the same time writing songs for a new record.
Come 2008, the new album is all wrapped up, carries the title "Pray for Them" and is scheduled for a release on May 23rd. This record marks a new start for the band with a new face and new strength but still holding on to the roots of the previous releases. Do Or Die are back and determined to take back the crown of European Hardcore - 2008 will see the band touring non-stop with "Pray For Them" in their luggage set to destroy every stage they will enter.
3) Do Or Die is a bay area g-rap group from San Francisco, CA.
4) Do Or Die were a christian pop-punk band from North Shore, Auckland NZ. They played numerous shows and won a competition to record and release a single, however it was never fully completed and instead only a test pressing was released. They had a very short-lived career, lasting only a year or two. Members moved on to play in Scenic Drive, Bright Lights, xSunday Schoolx and Alaska.
for my niggaz
Do Or Die Lyrics
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[AK:]
For the block niggas (This is for the block niggas)
Hell yeah
To my muh'fuckin' niggas, to my muh'fuckin niggas
Same old block, same old block, yeah
Somebody light a B for me (Where the lighter at?)
[Hook: AK & Traxter Trump]
For my niggas I live ([TT:] I live)
For my niggas I die (I die)
For my niggas I cry (I cry)
From the cradle to the grave
For the bad or good
Young gun, mis-understood?
To that hook again, back on one (Pour a little VK out)
Represent yo hood (Represent yo hood)
Represent yo hood (Represent, yo hood)
[Verse 1: N.A.R.D]
You ever fight, young gun clutcher?
We steady bustin' at these blood suckers
Whatever my nigga, better bust on these muh'fuckas
As I spin on the block, put the rocks in socks
And then, cock the Glock and bend
No hesitation when we ready to flop the man
The big picture is uh, coppin' lots of land
The street fame brought be lots and lots of fans
I asked myself, can I hold my pride within?
Cause I heard that they had to drop my man
Damn it stopped the plan, now I'm ridin' again
With' the fourty Glock, cocked up, off the Hen
Here come the coppers with' the news, stay firm with' it
Fuck, I lost my man
Got a motherfucka smokin' weed again
Pour out my motherfuckin' liqour, proceed to vent
Goin' to get some Grey, sittin' in the rain, tryina make sense of it
I love you, and I miss your "Warm Embrace"
Up in Heaven, still see ya smilin' face
I keep it real, take it to a slower pace
Ol' B, caught another fuckin' case
But we livin' from day to day, to eat
Stayin' on our feet, still carry heat
Or should I say that he's tryina receive the piece
But if they come at me, for my niggas I...
[Hook: N.A.R.D & (Traxter Trump)]
For my niggas I live (I live)
For my niggas I die (I die)
For my niggas I cry (I cry)
From the cradle to the grave (From the cradle to the graaave)
For the bad or good
Young gun, mis-understood?
To that hook again, back on one (Pour a little VK out)
Represent yo hood (Represent yo hood)
Represent yo hood (Represent, yo hood)
For my niggas I live (I live)
For my niggas I die (I die)
For my niggas I cry (I cry)
From the cradle to the grave (From the cradle to the graaave)
For the bad or good
Young gun, mis-understood?
To that hook again, back on one (Pour a little VK out)
Represent yo hood (Represent yo hood)
Represent yo hood (Represent, yo hood)
[Verse 2: Belo]
For my motherfuckin' nigga I die
And hope my songs reach the Heavens with glory
Tell my niggas, "take care of my fam"
And tell my truth about the whole damn story
I pick the Glock up, and then go ride for us
And sent to lock up, and then do time for it
Cause it's the heart-felt shit in my blood
And you can't pay for the real when it's love
Fake niggas keep hate just because
But real niggas graduate to a thug
And we pray no hate, but love
But the streets kinda weak, for blood
I look around and see the world, with no change
An epidemic, livin' crysis of cocaine
To obliviate the blacks, then point-aim
And knock our ass off the map, with no shame
But in the hood we pour liquor, the dead gone
We leave a path for our youngin's just to carry on
Is it better than my heart, to carry on?
And we can overcome poverty, we stayin' strong
Cause we mob 'round here, so go on
Think you catch me on my square? You dead wrong
To my niggas, rest in peace, and live on
For my niggas I'm a strive, to live long
[Hook: N.A.R.D & Traxter Trump]
For my niggas I live (I live)
For my niggas I die (I die)
For my niggas I cry (I cry)
From the cradle to the grave (From the cradle to the graaave)
For the bad or good
Young gun, mis-understood?
To that hook again, back on one (Pour a little VK out)
Represent yo hood (Represent yo hood)
Represent yo hood (Represent, yo hood)
For my niggas I live (I live)
For my niggas I die (I die)
For my niggas I cry (I cry)
From the cradle to the grave (From the cradle to the graaave)
For the bad or good
Young gun, mis-understood?
To that hook again, back on one
Represent yo hood
Represent yo hood (Represent, yo hood)
[Verse 3: AK]
I sent a letter to my brother, and it's on
Let'cha know that it hurts in my heart that'cha gone
You left me in a place to fight these situations all alone
And I'm a keep fightin' 'em everyday til' I'm gone
And they can hate what I'm on
But ain't no need for 'em to hate what I'm on
Cause we gotta stick together til' the struggle pain is torn
One day, we gotta number, so we all gon' mourn
Goin' straight to the storm, we goin' straight to the tune
Now the cemetary lookin' like it ain't no room
And it's Revalation's, got me, that my times real soon
Cause we all still stuck between the Earth and the Moon
So watch how I turn, when we get learned
With' my face full of tears, and my fist fulla sherm
And I'm all covered up with' tattoes on my arm
I'm standin' at the grave, just lookin' at my fam
Do you feel concerned? Reach down deep since the shit here burns
Cause I only touched the life of the family that was torn
But there only two strikes, is from the Lord you can learn
When it's all said and done, you just gotta stand firm
And I won't be free, til' the day I see
You standin' at the pearly gates next to me
We embraced eachother, just the way it used to be
So, to my brotha's you can rest in peace
[Hook: N.A.R.D & Traxter Trump]
For my niggas I live (I live)
For my niggas I die (I die)
For my niggas I cry (I cry)
From the cradle to the grave (From the cradle to the graaave)
For the bad or good
Young gun, mis-understood?
To that hook again, back on one (Pour a little VK out)
Represent yo hood (Represent yo hood)
Represent yo hood (Represent, yo hood)
For my niggas I live (I live)
For my niggas I die (I die)
For my niggas I cry (I cry)
From the cradle to the grave (From the cradle to the graaave)
For the bad or good
Young gun, mis-understood?
To that hook again, back on one (Pour a little VK out)
Represent yo hood (Represent yo hood)
Represent yo hood (Represent, yo hood)
[Traxter Trump:]
Represent, yo hood
Pour a little VK out
Represent, yo hooood
I live, I die
Mmmmm, ohhhhh
I live, I die
For the block niggas (This is for the block niggas)
Hell yeah
To my muh'fuckin' niggas, to my muh'fuckin niggas
Same old block, same old block, yeah
Somebody light a B for me (Where the lighter at?)
[Hook: AK & Traxter Trump]
For my niggas I die (I die)
For my niggas I cry (I cry)
From the cradle to the grave
For the bad or good
Young gun, mis-understood?
To that hook again, back on one (Pour a little VK out)
Represent yo hood (Represent yo hood)
Represent yo hood (Represent, yo hood)
[Verse 1: N.A.R.D]
You ever fight, young gun clutcher?
We steady bustin' at these blood suckers
Whatever my nigga, better bust on these muh'fuckas
As I spin on the block, put the rocks in socks
And then, cock the Glock and bend
No hesitation when we ready to flop the man
The big picture is uh, coppin' lots of land
The street fame brought be lots and lots of fans
I asked myself, can I hold my pride within?
Cause I heard that they had to drop my man
Damn it stopped the plan, now I'm ridin' again
With' the fourty Glock, cocked up, off the Hen
Here come the coppers with' the news, stay firm with' it
Fuck, I lost my man
Got a motherfucka smokin' weed again
Pour out my motherfuckin' liqour, proceed to vent
Goin' to get some Grey, sittin' in the rain, tryina make sense of it
I love you, and I miss your "Warm Embrace"
Up in Heaven, still see ya smilin' face
I keep it real, take it to a slower pace
Ol' B, caught another fuckin' case
But we livin' from day to day, to eat
Stayin' on our feet, still carry heat
Or should I say that he's tryina receive the piece
But if they come at me, for my niggas I...
[Hook: N.A.R.D & (Traxter Trump)]
For my niggas I live (I live)
For my niggas I die (I die)
For my niggas I cry (I cry)
From the cradle to the grave (From the cradle to the graaave)
For the bad or good
Young gun, mis-understood?
To that hook again, back on one (Pour a little VK out)
Represent yo hood (Represent yo hood)
Represent yo hood (Represent, yo hood)
For my niggas I live (I live)
For my niggas I die (I die)
For my niggas I cry (I cry)
From the cradle to the grave (From the cradle to the graaave)
For the bad or good
Young gun, mis-understood?
To that hook again, back on one (Pour a little VK out)
Represent yo hood (Represent yo hood)
Represent yo hood (Represent, yo hood)
[Verse 2: Belo]
For my motherfuckin' nigga I die
And hope my songs reach the Heavens with glory
Tell my niggas, "take care of my fam"
And tell my truth about the whole damn story
I pick the Glock up, and then go ride for us
And sent to lock up, and then do time for it
Cause it's the heart-felt shit in my blood
And you can't pay for the real when it's love
Fake niggas keep hate just because
But real niggas graduate to a thug
And we pray no hate, but love
But the streets kinda weak, for blood
I look around and see the world, with no change
An epidemic, livin' crysis of cocaine
To obliviate the blacks, then point-aim
And knock our ass off the map, with no shame
But in the hood we pour liquor, the dead gone
We leave a path for our youngin's just to carry on
Is it better than my heart, to carry on?
And we can overcome poverty, we stayin' strong
Cause we mob 'round here, so go on
Think you catch me on my square? You dead wrong
To my niggas, rest in peace, and live on
For my niggas I'm a strive, to live long
[Hook: N.A.R.D & Traxter Trump]
For my niggas I live (I live)
For my niggas I die (I die)
For my niggas I cry (I cry)
From the cradle to the grave (From the cradle to the graaave)
For the bad or good
Young gun, mis-understood?
To that hook again, back on one (Pour a little VK out)
Represent yo hood (Represent yo hood)
Represent yo hood (Represent, yo hood)
For my niggas I live (I live)
For my niggas I die (I die)
For my niggas I cry (I cry)
From the cradle to the grave (From the cradle to the graaave)
For the bad or good
Young gun, mis-understood?
To that hook again, back on one
Represent yo hood
Represent yo hood (Represent, yo hood)
[Verse 3: AK]
I sent a letter to my brother, and it's on
Let'cha know that it hurts in my heart that'cha gone
You left me in a place to fight these situations all alone
And I'm a keep fightin' 'em everyday til' I'm gone
And they can hate what I'm on
But ain't no need for 'em to hate what I'm on
Cause we gotta stick together til' the struggle pain is torn
One day, we gotta number, so we all gon' mourn
Goin' straight to the storm, we goin' straight to the tune
Now the cemetary lookin' like it ain't no room
And it's Revalation's, got me, that my times real soon
Cause we all still stuck between the Earth and the Moon
So watch how I turn, when we get learned
With' my face full of tears, and my fist fulla sherm
And I'm all covered up with' tattoes on my arm
I'm standin' at the grave, just lookin' at my fam
Do you feel concerned? Reach down deep since the shit here burns
Cause I only touched the life of the family that was torn
But there only two strikes, is from the Lord you can learn
When it's all said and done, you just gotta stand firm
And I won't be free, til' the day I see
You standin' at the pearly gates next to me
We embraced eachother, just the way it used to be
So, to my brotha's you can rest in peace
[Hook: N.A.R.D & Traxter Trump]
For my niggas I live (I live)
For my niggas I die (I die)
For my niggas I cry (I cry)
From the cradle to the grave (From the cradle to the graaave)
For the bad or good
Young gun, mis-understood?
To that hook again, back on one (Pour a little VK out)
Represent yo hood (Represent yo hood)
Represent yo hood (Represent, yo hood)
For my niggas I live (I live)
For my niggas I die (I die)
For my niggas I cry (I cry)
From the cradle to the grave (From the cradle to the graaave)
For the bad or good
Young gun, mis-understood?
To that hook again, back on one (Pour a little VK out)
Represent yo hood (Represent yo hood)
Represent yo hood (Represent, yo hood)
[Traxter Trump:]
Represent, yo hood
Pour a little VK out
Represent, yo hooood
I live, I die
Mmmmm, ohhhhh
I live, I die
The lyrics to "For My Niggaz" by Do Or Die depict the loyalty, love, and camaraderie between friends and comrades who grew up together in the same neighborhood, facing the struggles and hardships of life on the streets. The song is filled with raw emotion and genuine connection, as each rapper shares their experiences and feelings towards their friends who have passed away or are currently in difficult situations.
The first verse, delivered by N.A.R.D, describes the harsh reality of street life, where violence and danger are constant threats. He acknowledges the loss of a close friend and reflects on the impact it has had on him. He expresses his love and longing for his fallen friend, reminiscing about their moments together. Despite the hardships, he remains strong, continuing to live and carry on for himself and his fellow niggas.
Belo's verse further emphasizes the sense of brotherhood and unity among the group. He expresses the depth of his loyalty, willing to give his life and endure time in prison for his friends. Belo also addresses the systemic injustices faced by black communities, highlighting the struggle for equality and the need to overcome poverty and adversity. He encourages his fellow niggas to stay strong and united in the face of these challenges.
AK's verse is a letter dedicated to his late brother, expressing his grief and the pain of losing him. He vows to keep fighting and standing strong in his absence. AK acknowledges the importance of sticking together and supporting each other through the struggle, emphasizing the need for unity and understanding. He looks forward to the day when they can be reunited in the afterlife.
Overall, the song "For My Niggaz" by Do Or Die is a heartfelt tribute to the bond between friends who have grown up together in the same neighborhood. It portrays the hardships they face, the love and loyalty they share, and the determination to fight for a better future.
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Sam Man
One of most underrated songs of all time
Rocko Blue
This song so underrated, definitely one of them old time bangers 😢. Glad I found this ❤ Long Live Our fallen soldiers 💪🏾
mitchell Guillory
Real talk 💯
Eduardo Luiz santana vasconcelos
Viajo nessa canção ❤
Brandon Cunningham
this is a classic, if you dont feel this you must had it pretty easy in life
David Chakmakjian
God damn, i love this track, classic Trax, Do or Die, Chi shit
Bob Anderson
🔥
Vic Reyes
if u dislike this song then you haven't lost a best friend. it sucks, it changes your life..
Holidah Stone
I agree
KevGod
nostalgia overflow!🤯what a gem. beautiful music never dies. salutation from 🇩🇪💎💎💎