L.A. Is the Place
Eazy-E Lyrics

L.A. L.A. L.A. L.A. L.A. L.A. L.A. L.A.
Eazy-E repeats "L.A." eight times to emphasize the importance of the city to him and to the people living there.

L.A. is the place!
Eazy-E asserts that Los Angeles is the ultimate destination that he and others who appreciate the west coast want to be in. It's the place where they belong.

I'm not a renegade but you wish I would
Eazy-E doesn't see himself as a bad guy or someone who goes against the law but his personality and the people he associates with suggest otherwise in other people's eyes.

Just because I like to hang with boys in the hood
People misunderstand Eazy-E's intentions by thinking that he's a renegade or a rebel just because he socializes with the individuals from a notorious area in Los Angeles known as the 'Hood'.

Live in L.A. always chill on the west coast
Eazy-E always lives in Los Angeles and prefers the relaxed and easy-going atmosphere on the western side of the United States.

A Tilly Mogul got it close just I mean to boast
Although Eazy-E acknowledges that there is a millionaire who lives near him, he still wants to boast about his achievements.

I said what's up, we'll be who riding on you
Eazy-E introduces himself and his crew, asserting that they're the ones in charge and that people should know who they are in case they cross their path.

Nick name Eazy-E, and I'm down with the crew
Eazy-E lets people know his nickname and that he's part of a group that one shouldn't mess with.

You come talking that trash, we'll pull your card
Eazy-E is warning people that if they talk too much, he and his crew will expose their true nature or intentions.

It's not the Bronx, it's L.A. but just as hard
Although Los Angeles is not the Bronx, Eazy-E emphasizes that it can still be as tough, dangerous, and challenging to live there if one chooses to be disrespectful to its residents.

Don't get me wrong I like to brag on the city I own
Eazy-E admits that he loves to boast about his city's greatness and how it stands out, but this doesn't mean he's blind to its flaws.

The Subway R-T-D, don't ride it alone
Eazy-E warns people not to use the Los Angeles Rail Transportation District subway by themselves as it could be potentially dangerous.

You might have silly thoughts, that were insane
Eazy-E acknowledges that people may have ridiculous thoughts about Los Angeles that are not necessarily true or reasonable.

But the city I'm from, let me explain
Eazy-E wants to clear off any misunderstandings people may have about Los Angeles by elaborating on his connection with the city.

In L.A. there things you do not do
Eazy-E explains that in Los Angeles, there are specific behaviors that people should avoid to stay safe and respect others.

First of all, homeboy, don't mess with the crew
Eazy-E repeats that one of the things people should never do in Los Angeles is to cross his gang or interfere with their interests.

You might have silly thoughts that were too soft
Eazy-E explains that some people may have unrealistic expectations of Los Angeles, or they may not fully grasp the city's nature or residents.

But don't play it sweet, or get took off
Eazy-E warns people not to act naive, pretend to be something they're not, or underestimate the real vibe and power of Los Angeles as they may end up getting in trouble.

We moved back to L.A. - Cal-I-forn-ia
Eazy-E is proud to say that he and his crew have moved back to Los Angeles, which is the abbreviation for California on the west coast.

City of angels. Hollywood. we love it
Eazy-E expresses his and his crew's passion and love for the city of Los Angeles, especially the glitzy and glamorous place known as Hollywood.

I turned you on to the best females in the world
Eazy-E boasts that he's the one who introduced his audience to some of the most beautiful women in the world who reside in California.

I wish they all could be California girls
Eazy-E wishes he could have all the attractive women in the world move to California as they represent the ideal type of women for him.

Like the east where your girls wear too many coats
Eazy-E compares the west coast to the east coast, where women tend to wear too many layers of clothes because of the colder climate.

Bring your clothesie, runny noiseie, with a sore throat
Eazy-E sarcastically tells women from the east coast to bring their thick clothes in case they decide to visit California and experience the warm weather there.

That the girls in the south I cannot bust
Eazy-E acknowledges that southern girls also have their unique charm and attractiveness that he appreciates and can't ignore.

Because the girls are fly and down with us
Eazy-E emphasizes that southern girls know how to be cool, casual, and friendly, which is what he and his crew appreciate and look for in women.

In the valley not the alley, misdemeanor not ball-ey
Eazy-E prefers to hang out in the valley, an affluent area in LA where people can enjoy mild weather and upscale entertainment, not in the alley, which is a rougher and more dangerous place. He also doesn't like to have serious conflicts, just minor altercations (misdemeanor) that he can handle easily.

Eazy-E that's me, always chill in Cali'
Eazy-E confidently asserts that he's the one and only Eazy-E, and he always chills and relaxes in California because it's his comfort zone.

Hollywood's a bit of beef, where the scene is raw
Eazy-E refers to Hollywood as a place where there are conflicts and rivalries among people in the entertainment industry, which makes the atmosphere there intense and dramatic.

Ohh yeah, the strip is a trip on South Crenshaw
Eazy-E refers to the famous Sunset Strip on South Crenshaw Boulevard, known for its bright lights, restaurants, clubs, and other entertainment venues, as a fascinating place that people shouldn't miss when visiting LA.

(Boy you walk do what?) don't walk alone
Eazy-E advises people, especially young boys, not to walk by themselves on the streets of LA as it could be hazardous and may attract trouble from gangs or random criminals.

Because in L.A. there things you do not do
Eazy-E repeats that in LA, there are certain actions or behaviors that people shouldn't engage in because they could face severe consequences.

Y'all know the time, it's time to get L
Eazy-E alerts people that it's time to have fun or do something exciting because they're in LA and they should fully enjoy themselves while there.

Fila wearing a punk goes snatching it all
Eazy-E accuses people who dress in expensive clothing brands such as Fila, but behave like a rebel, of stealing or taking advantage of the situation to advance their interests.

Rhyme by rhyme record by E
Eazy-E's profession is rapping, and he takes pride in creating rhymes and producing records that reflect his personality and experiences.

In the city of angels, with a devil like me
Eazy-E considers himself an angel in the city of Los Angeles, but he's admitting that he also has a mischievous, devilish side to his personality.

She's contaminated where the boys are hard
Eazy-E implies that LA, especially its female population, has been corrupted by its tough and daring male residents.

And people like me don't perpetrate the fraud
Eazy-E prides himself as an authentic and genuine person who doesn't pretend to be something he's not or engages in fraudulent activities that some people in LA might use to advance their interests.

You want to mess around, you better get wise
Eazy-E warns anyone who tries to challenge him or his crew that they should think twice and be aware of the consequences of their actions.

We'll find your butt, and cut you down to size
Eazy-E threatens people that if they continue to cross his path, he will retaliate and make sure that they understand their place and respect his authority.