E.S.G., or Cedric Hill as he was born, is a rapper from Houston, Texas (although he was born in Louisiana and moved to Houston later in life) who played a key role in the development of Houston’s ‘Chopped And Screwed’ sound alongside DJ Screw in the mid to late ’90s, beginning with his debut LP “Oceans Of Funk” in 1994. The more popular songs from this album were repackaged with new songs and released as a faux-sophomore effort by Perrion Entertainment in 1995, as the landmark “Sailin’ Da South”. This album contained several radio-friendly, summery tracks, none moreso than Swangin’ & Bangin’, which was also re-worked (or “screwed”) by close friend DJ Screw. Both the original track and its slowed down alter-ego cemented Hill’s place as a mainstay in the burgeoning Houston rap scene and also the wider southern rap movement.
E.S.G. spent several years in jail following an incident in which his partner was shot dead in a home invasion. E.S.G. returned fire and killed the intruder (“Nigga broke in my crib, shot my partner in the head, so I grab my chopper left a bitch nigga dead”). He was subsequently charged with first degree murder and was incarcerated before beating the charge. “Sailin’ Da South” was released and gained him notoriety while he was on lock.
He was then released and increased his workrate, releasing Return Of The Living Dead shortly after in 1998. He is an original member of Screwed Up Click, the group formed by the late DJ Screw.
E.S.G. is known for having ongoing beef with other Houston rappers, namely Slim Thug, whom Hill claims cut him out of a potential deal, and also Lil’ Flip, for reasons less publicly documented (“Had Flip under my wing, Slim Thug too, and both them niggaz switch like some homosexuals do”).
E.S.G. is married and has a son and a daughter. His father died from complications related to Auto Immune Deficiency Syndrome / Human Immunodeficiency Virus during E’s childhood in Bogalusa, Louisiana (“Then my daddy died, he had full blown AIDS, he was tootin’ up, then that nigga started shootin’ up”). This left E with his uncle as his primary male role model during his youth (“Uncle started recruitin’ us, he was hustlin’ crack, it’s safe to say I was born in the trap”).
In the early ’90s, he moved from Bogalusa to nearby Lafayette, Louisiana, while attending USL (University of Southern Louisiana), before again moving to Houston, Texas, where he made his name as a rapper (“Sold my first thirty Gs, game’s gettin’ deeper, moved to H-Town ‘cause the bricks were cheaper”).
Keep Gettin It
E.S.G. Lyrics
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on mamas,on mamas
And I be chilling in the hood,i got bitches like I should and im on
Keep it lit
Keep keep keep keep keep
Keep it lit
Bang bang bang
Skeet skeet skeet
Treated her to thanh long neva left the back seat
Blew a stick a kush then im back in the party
Lodi-dodi
Lightspeed im gone purn bleep ,caught me slipping with no hamma retreat
Microwave the beef that mean i reheat ,this beat knock and its on heem
Slapping that thang cross 3-4 bridges,v-town the city deep east to the south rich
Fuck the shit out of hip hop but neva would sweat a broke bitch
Non-wealthy no mutha fuckn interest
I like prostitutes ,nursey poos,strippaz bout chippaz.,Break me off proper
Whipped out my banger now her lip gloss popping
Whipped out my banger now her lip gloss popping
On my mama this beat hit and you know i keep it lit and im on
Keep it lit
Yea
Keep keep keep keep keep keep
Keep it lit
And I be chilling in the hood,i got bitches like I should and im on
Keep it lit
Keep keep keep keep keep keep it lit
Pow
In E.S.G.'s song "Keep Gettin It," the lyrics portray a sense of confidence and bravado. The artist is asserting his dominance and success in the streets, as indicated by lines like "on mamas, on mamas," which suggests that he is telling the truth and means business. E.S.G. is proclaiming that he always keeps the beat banging and maintains a vibrant persona. He confidently claims to be well-liked by the ladies, emphasizing that it's natural for him to have multiple women attracted to him, as he should, given his status and popularity.
The lyrics also depict E.S.G.'s ability to enjoy himself in the hood, surrounded by women and partying. He mentions having his favorite playlist on repeat and enjoying sexual encounters without any inhibition. He displays a carefree attitude, unafraid to assert his dominance and enjoy the pleasures of life. E.S.G. highlights his connections to the streets, mentioning specific locations like V-town, the city's deep east, and the south side, signifying his presence and influence in these areas. The artist makes it clear that he's focused on his own success and not concerned with broke individuals who are not wealthy or financially affluent.
Overall, "Keep Gettin It" portrays E.S.G.'s confidence, success, and ability to enjoy life while maintaining a strong presence in the streets. The lyrics depict a lifestyle that may seem provocative or controversial to some, but they exemplify the artist's unapologetic attitude towards his choices and actions.
Line by Line Meaning
On my mama this beat hit and you know i keep it lit and im on
I swear this beat is amazing and you know I always bring the energy and I'm ready
on mamas,on mamas
I'm emphasizing that I really mean it, I swear on my mother's life
And I be chilling in the hood,i got bitches like I should and im on
I'm relaxed and comfortable in my neighborhood, and I have plenty of girls, just as expected
Keep it lit
I will continue to bring the energy and maintain a lively atmosphere
Keep keep keep keep keep
I am emphasizing the need to consistently keep the energy up
Keep it lit
I will continue to bring the energy and maintain a lively atmosphere
Bang bang bang
I'm making a sound effect to enhance the intensity and excitement
Skeet skeet skeet
I am bragging about my sexual encounters and releasing a slang term for ejaculation
Got ya favorite fuck cd on repeat
I have your favorite explicit music album playing over and over again
Treated her to thanh long neva left the back seat
I took her to a Vietnamese restaurant called Thanh Long and we never even left the car
Blew a stick a kush then im back in the party
I smoked a joint of high quality marijuana and then went back to the party
Lodi-dodi
I am making a nonsensical interjection to show excitement and enthusiasm
Lightspeed im gone purn bleep ,caught me slipping with no hamma retreat
I disappeared quickly like I was moving at the speed of light, and unexpectedly found myself unable to escape a dangerous situation
Microwave the beef that mean i reheat ,this beat knock and its on heem
To resolve any conflicts, I resolve them quickly like reheating food in a microwave. This beat is so impactful that it's currently popular
Slapping that thang cross 3-4 bridges,v-town the city deep east to the south rich
I am playing explicit music at high volume across multiple neighborhoods, representing Vallejo and its deep connection from the east side to the wealthy south side
Fuck the shit out of hip hop but neva would sweat a broke bitch
I engage in intense sexual activity with hip hop music, but I would never prioritize or worry about a financially unstable girl
Non-wealthy no mutha fuckn interest
I am not interested in individuals who are not financially well-off
I like prostitutes ,nursey poos,strippaz bout chippaz.,Break me off proper
I have a preference for sex workers, girls who flirt with money, and strippers who are all about making money. Give me my fair share or desired treatment
Whipped out my banger now her lip gloss popping
I pulled out my gun, which made her lips shiny and appear more attractive
Whipped out my banger now her lip gloss popping
I pulled out my gun, which made her lips shiny and appear more attractive
Yea
I am affirming my previous statements
Pow
I am making a sound effect to emphasize the intensity or impact of something
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