They first appeared on the rap scene with their 1993 album Comin’ Out Hard. The album was successful commercially as well as critically and established the group as a prominent act in the then emerging Southern Rap scene. Their subsequent albums in the 1990s including 1994’s On the Outside Looking In, and 1995’s On Top of the World cemented their status as some of the South’s best rappers. On Top of the World was particularly succeessful, peaking at #8 on the Billboard Hot 200 and being certified Gold. After those albums both 8Ball & MJG released solo albums, first MJG’s No More Glory in 1997 and then 8Ball’s Lost in 1998. They reunited in 1999 to release their fourth album as a group, titled In Our Lifetime, Vol. 1
For their later releases they signed with Bad Boy Records. Their first album for Bad Boy Records, Living Legends, was certified Gold by the RIAA. Their second album on Bad Boy Records was titled Ridin High and was released in March 2007.
Commercially one of the high points of 8Ball & MJG’s career was their being featured on Three 6 Mafia’s hit song “Stay Fly” in 2005. That song peaked at #13 on the Billboard Hot 100, which is the biggest hit of Three 6 Mafia’s career and the biggest hit for 8Ball & MJG. The song was a collaboration between two of the most successful rap groups from the state of Tennessee, where Three 6 Mafia also hail from.
Today 8Ball and MJG also head their own record labels. 8Ball heads 8 Ways Entertainment (distributed by Koch Entertainment), while MJG heads MJG Muzik. On their label are the young, up and coming Memphis duo, Da Volunteers, who are widely known throughout the Southern United States for their 2006 single, “What’s Yo Favorite Color?”, which glorifies their neighborhood of Orange Mound.
In September 2007, 8Ball and MJG signed deals in Sacramento, CA with Real Talk Entertainment 8Ball released a group album with E.D.I of the Outlawz entitled Doin’ It Big on April 1, 2008 and MJG released a solo album entitled Pimp Tight on April 29, 2008.
In June 2008 the group announced that they have officially signed onto T.I.’s record label Grand Hustle.
Pimp Shit
Eightball & MJG Lyrics
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You can count on this pimpin', I got them Budweiser horse women
Black mack, make a rookie divorce pimpin'
I didn't read about it, I was born with it and exercised
First I came with a game plan (what) next I tried it
Now what you know about that money in her snatch
When she promised you that she was givin' you the whole stack
Can't be no lover slash pimp nigga, or a player slash good boy
Cause ain't no such thing as love at first sight
But it's a such thing that you was on them drugs the first night
It's mandatory for me to appeal to the women
Keep it real with the women, but let them tricks deal with the women
And when you in the field with them women
Watch 'em, they start talkin' love shit stop 'em
Cause ain't no hoe supposed to have no emotions
Her job is to keep a trick broken and hopeless
[Chorus - X2]
This is pimp shit, you hoes got to deal with
No nonsense, bitch, that's what this is
Pimp shit, you hoes gon' respect this
Real nigga shit and ain't scared to check a bitch
[Eightball]
I bust nuts on the face of slut hoes
And hang at the club with dope dealers and cutthroats
Never been one of them niggaz that would save a hoe
Bitch you know the score, you can get your shit and hit the door
Never slippin', you trippin' if you think you pimpin'
Hoes comin' up if they in front of you strippin'
Trickin', that pussy wet lookin' finger lickin'
Tradin' big faces hopin' you can stick your dick in
And she will do whatever for a dollar bill
Suck dick and lick clit on them X pills
High heels and big thighs make a dick ride
Make a nigga spend a grip and think of plenty lies
Lookin' deep in your eyes and don't mean none of it
I got the pie, you got to work if you want some of this
Where you from bitch, don't nothin' come easily
I got somethin' for you if you got somethin' for me
[Chorus - X2]
This is pimp shit, you hoes got to deal with
No nonsense, bitch, that's what this is
Pimp shit, you hoes gon' respect this
Real nigga shit and ain't scared to check a bitch
[MJG]
For four and a quarter you can get a hoe and a order
A Barbie doll bitch or a hoe from across the border
A loose bitch, a tight bitch, whatever you like
With the certain group of paint brushin' bitches consider priceless
Nut drinkers, butt spankers, dominatrix
Most ain't really with that rough shit but some can take it
One hundred percent born and bred, pimp type
Hoes make my money off of goin' to bed
[Eightball]
Givin' head, hookin' niggaz like a cigarette
Niggaz plea and pay fees, just to get a hit
Skin tight, with no hair so you can see the clit
White hoes, black hoes and hoes that Hispanic
Pierced tongue feel good when she workin' wood
Platinum Visa, PIN numbers and them check books
Turn it in, help a nigga get a new Benz
Turn out your friend, let me be both of y'all man
[Chorus - X3]
This is pimp shit, you hoes got to deal with
No nonsense, bitch, that's what this is
Pimp shit, you hoes gon' respect this
Real nigga shit and ain't scared to check a bitch
The lyrics of Eightball & MJG's "Pimp Shit" are about pimping and the relationship between pimps and their women. The song explores the power dynamics between pimps and their sex workers while highlighting the financial control that pimps have over these women. The first verse, performed by MJG, discusses his born ability to be a ruthless and successful pimp. He asserts that there is no room for emotional attachment from the women, as their job is to keep the tricks (customers) coming back.
The second verse, performed by Eightball, continues the narrative of the first verse, emphasizing his disinterest in saving hoes or being emotionally attached to them. He holds a position of power over them and expects them to work for him in exchange for his pie (money). The third verse, where both artists perform, showcases the variety of women that can be found in the sex work industry, from Barbie doll bitches to hoes from across the border. The lyrics also touch upon the sexual preferences of some customers, emphasizing the importance of satisfying their sexual desires.
Overall, the song glorifies the pimping lifestyle while dehumanizing the women involved in it. It portrays the sexual exploitation of women as a profitable business venture in which pimps hold all the power.
Line by Line Meaning
You can count on this pimpin', I got them Budweiser horse women
I am a reliable pimp who has attractive women who will do anything for me.
Black mack, make a rookie divorce pimpin'
I am experienced at pimping and can even cause a beginner to fail and give up.
I didn't read about it, I was born with it and exercised
I am a natural-born pimp and have honed my skills through practice.
First I came with a game plan (what) next I tried it
I have a strategy for my pimping and put it to the test.
Now what you know about that money in her snatch
I make sure that my prostitutes keep the money they make inside their bodies, so no one can steal it.
Can't be no lover slash pimp nigga, or a player slash good boy
You cannot be both a romantic and a pimp, or a player and a good boy. You have to choose which path to take.
You either be real or Mr. Goodjoy
You can either be true to yourself as a pimp or fake nice like Mr. Goodjoy.
Cause ain't no such thing as love at first sight
Love at first sight does not exist in the pimp game.
But it's a such thing that you was on them drugs the first night
It is possible that you were drugged on the first night you met a prostitute and fell for her.
It's mandatory for me to appeal to the women
I must appeal to my female customers to get their business.
Keep it real with the women, but let them tricks deal with the women
I am honest with the prostitutes, but let them handle the customers who want to play games.
And when you in the field with them women
When you are working with prostitutes, you have to be careful.
Watch 'em, they start talkin' love shit stop 'em
Prostitution is a job, and I do not allow my employees to develop emotional attachments to customers.
Cause ain't no hoe supposed to have no emotions
Prostitutes are not supposed to develop feelings for customers because it interferes with the work.
Her job is to keep a trick broken and hopeless
A prostitute's job is to take a customer's money and leave him feeling vulnerable and hopeless.
This is pimp shit, you hoes got to deal with
This song is about the reality of the pimp and prostitute relationship, and the prostitutes have to accept it.
No nonsense, bitch, that's what this is
I am straightforward and serious about my pimping business.
Pimp shit, you hoes gon' respect this
Prostitutes will respect me because I am a true pimp.
Real nigga shit and ain't scared to check a bitch
I am authentic and not afraid to confront prostitutes who do not follow the rules.
I bust nuts on the face of slut hoes
I ejaculate on the face of promiscuous prostitutes.
And hang at the club with dope dealers and cutthroats
I associate with dangerous people in order to further my pimping business.
Never been one of them niggaz that would save a hoe
I am not the kind of person who will rescue a prostitute from the life.
Bitch you know the score, you can get your shit and hit the door
Prostitutes know that they need to take their money and leave when the job is done.
Never slippin', you trippin' if you think you pimpin'
I am always on top of my game, and if you think you are a pimp, you are mistaken.
Hoes comin' up if they in front of you strippin'
Prostitutes will try to get more money from you if you are in a strip club.
Trickin', that pussy wet lookin' finger lickin'
Customers pay for the sex, and the prostitutes make sure they enjoy it.
Tradin' big faces hopin' you can stick your dick in
Prostitutes trade large amounts of money to have sex with the customer.
And she will do whatever for a dollar bill
Prostitutes will do anything for money.
Suck dick and lick clit on them X pills
Prostitutes will engage in sexual activities even while under the influence of drugs.
High heels and big thighs make a dick ride
Women with high heels and big thighs are sexually appealing to men.
Make a nigga spend a grip and think of plenty lies
Prostitutes will make a customer spend a lot of money and then lie to him about her true feelings.
Lookin' deep in your eyes and don't mean none of it
Prostitutes will pretend to care about customers to get more money, but it is all an act.
I got the pie, you got to work if you want some of this
I have the money, and prostitutes have to work for me if they want a share of it.
Where you from bitch, don't nothin' come easily
Coming from a difficult background makes it harder to make money and succeed in life.
I got somethin' for you if you got somethin' for me
I am willing to exchange something of value with a prostitute.
For four and a quarter you can get a hoe and a order
For a certain amount of money, you can buy a prostitute and her services.
A Barbie doll bitch or a hoe from across the border
You can choose to hire a prostitute who looks like a Barbie doll or one from a different country.
A loose bitch, a tight bitch, whatever you like
You can choose to hire a prostitute who is loose or tight based on your preferences.
With the certain group of paint brushin' bitches consider priceless
There is a group of prostitutes who are so valuable that they are considered priceless.
Nut drinkers, butt spankers, dominatrix
There are different types of prostitutes who cater to different sexual preferences.
Most ain't really with that rough shit but some can take it
Most prostitutes do not like rough sex, but some are willing to do it for money.
One hundred percent born and bred, pimp type
I am a natural-born pimp who is meant for this lifestyle.
Hoes make my money off of goin' to bed
Prostitutes earn money by sleeping with customers.
Contributed by Evan D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.