Deep Cover
Dr. Dre/Snoop Doggy Dogg Lyrics


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Tonight's the night I get in some shit [Yeah]
Deep cover on the incognito tip.
Killin' motherfuckers if I have to
Peelin' caps too cause you niggas know I'm comin' at you.
I guess that's part of the game
But I feel for the nigger who thinks he just gonna come and chance
Things
With the swiftness so get it right with the quickness
And let me handle my business yo.
I'm on a mission and my mission won't stop
Until I get the nigger maxin' at the top.
I hope you get his ass before he drops.
Kingpin kickin' back while his workers sling his rocks.
Coming up like a fat rat.
Big money, big cars, big body guards on his back.
So it's difficult to get him.
But I got the hook up with somebody who knows how to get in contact
With
Him.
Hit him like this and like that,
Let 'em know that I'll make it for a big fat dope sack
What is this pen? so let's rush it.
If you want to handle it tonight we'll discuss it
On the nigga's time, in the nigga's place,
Take a strap just in case one of his boys recognize my face.
Cause he's a sheisty motherfucker,
But I gives a fuck, cause I'm going deep cover.
Yeah, and you don't stop, cause it's 1-8-7 on an undercover cop
Yeah, and you don't stop, cause it's 1-8-7 on an undercover cop
Creep with me as I crawl through the hood,
Maniac, lunatic, call 'em Snoop Eastwood
Kickin' dust as I bust fuck peace
And, the mothafuckin' drug police
You already know I gives a fuck about a cop
So why in the fuck would you think that it would stop
Plot, yeah, that's what we's about to do
Take your ass on a mission with the boys in blue
Dre, (whatup, Snoop) yo I got the feelin'
Tonight's the night like Betty Wright, and I'm chillin'
Killin', feelin', no remorse, yeah
So lets go straight to the motherfuckin' source
And see what we can find
Crooked ass cops that be gettin niggaz a gang of times
And now they want to make a deal with me
Scoop me up and put me on they team and chill with me
And make my pockets bigger
They want to meet with me tonight at 7:00, so whassup nigger?
What you want to do? (What you want to do?)
I got the gauge, a uzi and the mothafuckin' 22
So if you want to blast, nigga we can buck 'em
If we stick 'em then we stuck 'em so fuck 'em!"
Yeah, and you don't stop, cause it's 1-8-7 on an undercover cop
Yeah, and you don't stop, cause it's 1-8-7 on an undercover cop
Six fo' five was the time on the clock,
When me and my homey bailed in the parking lot.
The scene looked strange and it felt like a set up
Better not be, cause if it is, they're getting lit up.
Oh here they come from the back and they laxed.
I'm checkin for the gats they strap, so what's up black?
Chill, lets hit a deal, if it ain't up to what you feel then grab your
Steel.
Right, so, what you motherfuckers gonna come at me with?
Hope you ain't wantin' none of my grip.
Cause you can save that shit. Guess what they told me?
'We give you 20 G's if you snitch on your homey,
We'll put you in a home, and make your life plush,
Oh yeah, but you got to sell dope for us."
Hmmm, let me think about it
Turned my back and grabbed my gat and guess what I told him before I
Shot
It:
'If you don't quit, yeah, if you don't stop, yeah, I'm lettin' my gat
Pop'
Cause it's 1-8-7 on an undercover cop




Yeah, and you don't stop, cause it's 1-8-7 on an undercover cop
Yeah, and you don't stop, cause it's 1-8-7 on an undercover cop

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Dr. Dre/Snoop Doggy Dogg's song "Deep Cover" are about two undercover cops who are working to infiltrate a drug ring, and are willing to do whatever it takes to succeed in their mission. They are willing to kill, peel caps and go to any lengths to catch the kingpin, who is often surrounded by his bodyguards. The song criticizes the police department for its corrupt practices and for using dreadfully unethical methods in arresting criminals. The song is also a warning for anyone who dares to cross the path of the police, as they will be dealt with in the harshest possible way.


The lyrics of the song reveal a strong sense of danger that paints vivid imagery of the criminal underworld. The rapped verses are full of vivid descriptions of guns, money, murder, and drug trafficking. Snoop Dogg's verse is especially notable for its gripping imagery and for his portrayal of an unhinged, violent character. The lyrics are also marked by their use of street slang and the use of profanity. The song became popular in the gangsta rap subgenre, which often dealt with themes of violence and crime.


Line by Line Meaning

Tonight's the night I get in some shit [Yeah]
I am prepared to take risks tonight and enter into dangerous situations.


Deep cover on the incognito tip.
I will remain hidden and undercover while carrying out illegal activities.


Killin' motherfuckers if I have to, Peelin' caps too cause you niggas know I'm comin' at you.
I am willing to use violence against my enemies if necessary, and they know they cannot escape my retribution.


I guess that's part of the game, But I feel for the nigger who thinks he just gonna come and chance Things.
Violence and danger are inherent in this criminal lifestyle, and anyone who thinks they can get involved without consequences is foolish.


With the swiftness so get it right with the quickness, And let me handle my business yo.
I am quick and efficient in my criminal activities and do not need anyone else interfering or slowing me down.


I'm on a mission and my mission won't stop, Until I get the nigger maxin' at the top. I hope you get his ass before he drops.
My ultimate goal is to take down the highest-ranking criminal and I will stop at nothing until I achieve success.


Kingpin kickin' back while his workers sling his rocks. Coming up like a fat rat. Big money, big cars, big body guards on his back. So it's difficult to get him. But I got the hook up with somebody who knows how to get in contact With Him.
The head criminal is living a lavish lifestyle and appears untouchable, but I have a connection who knows how to reach him and bring him down.


Hit him like this and like that, Let 'em know that I'll make it for a big fat dope sack What is this pen? so let's rush it.
I have a plan to take down the kingpin and will do whatever it takes, even if it means risking my own safety.


If you want to handle it tonight we'll discuss it On the nigga's time, in the nigga's place, Take a strap just in case one of his boys recognize my face.
If we want to act tonight, we need to do it on the criminal's terms and be prepared for any potential threats to our safety.


Cause he's a sheisty motherfucker, But I gives a fuck, cause I'm going deep cover.
The kingpin is dishonest and unreliable, but I do not care because I am willing to go undercover to take him down.


Creep with me as I crawl through the hood, Maniac, lunatic, call 'em Snoop Eastwood Kickin' dust as I bust fuck peace And, the mothafuckin' drug police
Join me as I navigate through the dangerous streets. I am a crazy person not afraid to use violence against the corrupt police.


You already know I gives a fuck about a cop So why in the fuck would you think that it would stop Plot, yeah, that's what we's about to do Take your ass on a mission with the boys in blue
I have no respect for law enforcement, so it should come as no surprise that I am planning to take them down. Join me on this mission against the corrupt members of the police force.


Dre, (whatup, Snoop) yo I got the feelin' Tonight's the night like Betty Wright, and I'm chillin' Killin', feelin', no remorse, yeah So lets go straight to the motherfuckin' source And see what we can find Crooked ass cops that be gettin niggaz a gang of times
I am feeling confident and relaxed, and ready to take on corrupt police officers who have caused trouble for many people in the community.


And now they want to make a deal with me Scoop me up and put me on they team and chill with me And make my pockets bigger
The crooked cops are trying to bribe me and recruit me to their side in exchange for money and power.


They want to meet with me tonight at 7:00, so whassup nigger? What you want to do? (What you want to do?) I got the gauge, a uzi and the mothafuckin' 22 So if you want to blast, nigga we can buck 'em If we stick 'em then we stuck 'em so fuck 'em!
The corrupt cops want to meet with me tonight, and I am prepared to bring my weapons and fight back if necessary. We will take them down no matter what.


Six fo' five was the time on the clock, When me and my homey bailed in the parking lot. The scene looked strange and it felt like a set up Better not be, cause if it is, they're getting lit up.
We arrived at the location and were immediately suspicious of the situation. We were prepared to defend ourselves and attack if it turned out to be a trap.


Oh here they come from the back and they laxed. I'm checkin for the gats they strap, so what's up black? Chill, lets hit a deal, if it ain't up to what you feel then grab your Steel.
We noticed the suspects approaching and checked to see what weapons they had. We attempted to negotiate a deal but were ready to use violence if necessary.


Right, so, what you motherfuckers gonna come at me with? Hope you ain't wantin' none of my grip. Cause you can save that shit. Guess what they told me? 'We give you 20 G's if you snitch on your homey, We'll put you in a home, and make your life plush, Oh yeah, but you got to sell dope for us.' Hmmm, let me think about it Turned my back and grabbed my gat and guess what I told him before I Shot It:
We challenged the suspects and told them we were not afraid to use our weapons. They attempted to bribe us and turn us against our friends, but we refused and prepared to take action against them.


'If you don't quit, yeah, if you don't stop, yeah, I'm lettin' my gat Pop' Cause it's 1-8-7 on an undercover cop
We warned the suspects that we were prepared to use violence against them if they did not back down. This is a serious situation and we will not hesitate to use force against the corrupt cops.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: COLIN FITZROY WOLFE, ANDRE ROMELL YOUNG, CORDOZAR CALVIN BROADUS

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@unclejackshdd

Any OG's bumpin this in 2024?!?!

@_Silly.goofy.exe_

YES

@yuris6125

Fasho! Keepin' it real.

@maskedxeni178

fosho

@gothicu

Till I die

@garyandrew5269

On my daily play list….

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@TheKidAdge

The VERY first ever Dre & Snoop Dogg collaboration. Classic forever.

@lovecove920

Agree

@willalexander2013

one eight seven is the real one :)

@velvetthunder96

+Will Alexander isn't this the 187?

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