Leflaur Leflah Eshkoshka
Fab 5 Lyrics


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Yes yes y'all (yes y'all)
OGC, Heltah Skeltah be the best y'all (best y'all)
Fab 5 slam from East to West y'all (West y'all)
Sound pound straight through your bubble vest y'all (vest y'all)
And check yo' chest y'all (chest y'all)

Ay Caramba, Starang, Gunn Clappa Numba
One on the set man I cut you like lumber
Still play the back in my thunder gear, down to my underwear
Make all you motherfuckers wonder where
I come from, cause motherfuck Dapper Dan
I'm a Gun Clappa fam plus I run rappers man
Fab 5 mad live blow up the spot
Dru Ha gets the paper, Black Moon still gets the props

A-yo next to snap a neck be big R-O-C-K
Send MC's to me in squads of three say
Rockness Monsta, is he for real, it can't be
See him in action as he transform, that man's me
Enemies ain't Kotter, ain't no welcome back in my home
Knots get blown like quarter slots in payphones
Phone home or return like Jedi
I bet I can without la give your stupid ass the red eye

Me nah like
Niggas who can't see pass a likkle bit of light
You come tes' the champions ya gon' die tonight
And six feet deep is where you sleep
Eternally resting in peace you felt relief
Now big up to all my true heads in the East
Stalking the block not leaving the house without they gat
You best to believe that Fab 5 got my back (got my back)
Like that (like that)

I control the masses, with metaphors that's massive
Don't ask if the nigga Ruck'll bash shit like Cassius
I'm drastic, when it comes to verbs I be flipping
Cause herbs just be shitting off the words I be kicking
I scold you, double headed sword for the petty
But I told you, bitch niggas that heads ain't ready
Now I mold you, back to the bitch that you are
Fucking with the Ruckus get bruised, battered and scarred

Guess who, punk, chump, your brain just blew
It's the Originoo Gunn Clappa Two
Rushing through, three on three you can't see we
Cause we stay tight and not too many niggas wanna fight
Some sneaker-wearin' nigga in the cipher of the camp
Just got amped and so I took 'em out for a dance
Bigger triggers falling down
Like the bridges of London, but ain't too many niggas running

Yes yes y'all (yes y'all)
OGC, Heltah Skeltah be the best y'all (best y'all)
Fab 5 slam from East to West y'all (West y'all)
Sound pound straight through your bubble vest y'all (vest y'all)
And check yo' chest y'all (chest y'all)

A-yo why oh why did I need cappucino
Scar on my face but I'm not Al Pacino
(We're 3 amigos)
Sparksky and Dutch, we bring mo' drama than what?
(A prime time NBC TV show)

Heads don't know and damn sure ain't ready
Niggas walk the streets with more Boop than Betty
(Shit'll get heavy)
Back up, retreat, now surrender
My pine hits your mind mix thoughts just like a blender

Then I dish off from a shooting guard to a center
Like Rockefeller you hit rock bottom when you enter

O.G.C. rush the scene, permission for backup
Baseball bats attack like Jersey fools that act up
Punks in back stand petro, go get yo'
Pepto-Bismol before this nigga lets go

Get set, Go, which you do, crews screwed, I blew through
Two crews who claim they got funk, may be true cos they doo-doo

Everybody 'fraid, ain't nobody yapping no more
Have evidence on your clique so y'all niggas hit the floor
With that mouth murdering you got that ass in hot water
Now I just oughta send a piece to your headquarters
To take away your stripes, you fucked up tonight
You don't do right you're g'wan get dead to spite
Our click foundation stays thick through the war
I'm keeping my eye out for infiltrators at the door

It's a shame how these MC's are wannabees
Front on these and get hung up like dungarees (please)
Ease off selector Strangle wrecks ya
Plus bust asses on whoever passes through my sector

So what you gonna do when you're stuck at thirty-two
Degrees, please get off your knees and follow these
Now swallow these, buckshots from the rifle
Then I will make niggas beat it and scream like Michael

So how many corny MC g'wan try
When Strang sets shit off like the 4th of July

Nobody (why?)
Cos everybody gets bodies my brother
I smother a nigga then the Ruck bounce like rubber

Step to the stage set the microphone on fire
Your desire, they call me sire cos I'm flyer
(Live like wires), beast from the East who is he
When I roar like a grizzly they say damn he gets busy

Yes yes y'all (yes y'all)
OGC, Heltah Skeltah be the best y'all (best y'all)
Fab 5 slam from East to West y'all (West y'all)
Sound pound straight through your bubble vest y'all (vest y'all)
And check yo' chest y'all (chest y'all)

Yes yes y'all (yes y'all)
OGC, Heltah Skeltah be the best y'all (best y'all)
Fab 5 slam from East to West y'all (West y'all)




Sound pound straight through your bubble vest y'all (vest y'all)
And check yo' chest y'all (chest y'all)

Overall Meaning

"Leflaur Leflah Eshkoshka" is a classic hip hop collaboration featuring three groups, OGC, Heltah Skeltah, and Fab 5. The opening lines tell us that these three groups are the best in the game, and they're representing the East and West Coast with their sound pounding through our bubble vests. The first verse is by OGC's Starang Wondah, who's boasting about his skills and how he runs rappers. He also shouts out Black Moon, the group owned by Dru Ha, who gets the paper. The second verse is by Heltah Skeltah's Rockness Monsta (a.k.a. Ruck), who comes in with his powerful metaphors and flips the script with his flow. He talks about how his double-headed sword is ready for action against his enemies. The third verse is by OGC's Top Dog (a.k.a. Louieville Sluggah), and he's bringing the drama with his baseball bats and rhymes. They all come together in the chorus to remind us who they are and how they stand out in the hip hop game.


Line by Line Meaning

Yes yes y'all (yes y'all)
Acknowledging and affirming the presence of everyone


OGC, Heltah Skeltah be the best y'all (best y'all)
Identifying OGC and Heltah Skeltah as the top performers


Fab 5 slam from East to West y'all (West y'all)
Expressing the ability to deliver powerful performances across different regions


Sound pound straight through your bubble vest y'all (vest y'all)
Delivering impactful and forceful lyrics that penetrate any defensive barriers


And check yo' chest y'all (chest y'all)
Being vigilant and asserting dominance by examining the opponent's strength


Ay Caramba, Starang, Gunn Clappa Numba
Expressing surprise and highlighting the presence of Starang and Gunn Clappa Number


One on the set man I cut you like lumber
Having the ability to lyrically defeat opponents with precision and force


Still play the back in my thunder gear, down to my underwear
Maintaining a low profile while being ready for action at any moment


Make all you motherfuckers wonder where
Creating curiosity and intrigue among rivals


I come from, cause motherfuck Dapper Dan
Dismissing the significance and influence of Dapper Dan


I'm a Gun Clappa fam plus I run rappers man
Asserting authority as a skilled rapper and intimidating opponents


Fab 5 mad live blow up the spot
Showing the explosive and energetic performances of Fab 5


Dru Ha gets the paper, Black Moon still gets the props
Highlighting Dru Ha's success in the music industry and acknowledging Black Moon's continued popularity and recognition


A-yo next to snap a neck be big R-O-C-K
Identifying R-O-C-K as the next artist to dominate and impress


Send MC's to me in squads of three say
Challenging other rappers to face R-O-C-K in groups of three


Rockness Monsta, is he for real, it can't be
Questioning the authenticity and skill of Rockness Monsta


See him in action as he transform, that man's me
Proudly claiming the identity of the transforming and skillful artist


Enemies ain't Kotter, ain't no welcome back in my home
Refusing to accept enemies and estranged individuals into personal space


Knots get blown like quarter slots in payphones
Showing willingness to spend money (knots) generously and without caution


Phone home or return like Jedi
Giving the choice to make contact or face the consequences like a Jedi


I bet I can without la give your stupid ass the red eye
Confidently asserting the ability to inflict harm without the need for weapons


Me nah like
Expressing dislike or dissatisfaction


Niggas who can't see pass a likkle bit of light
Critiquing individuals who lack vision and fail to see beyond small accomplishments


You come tes' the champions ya gon' die tonight
Warning challengers of the inevitable consequences if they test the champions


And six feet deep is where you sleep
Signifying death as the ultimate result of challenging the champions


Eternally resting in peace you felt relief
Suggesting death as a release from the challenges and struggles of life


Now big up to all my true heads in the East
Showing respect and appreciation for loyal and genuine supporters in the East


Stalking the block not leaving the house without they gat
Describing the vigilant and armed nature of individuals patrolling the neighborhood


You best to believe that Fab 5 got my back (got my back)
Assuring trust in the protection and support of the Fab 5 crew


Like that (like that)
Confirming an action or decision


I control the masses, with metaphors that's massive
Asserting the power to influence and captivate the audience through impactful metaphors


Don't ask if the nigga Ruck'll bash shit like Cassius
Eliminating doubt about Ruck's ability to engage in physical altercations like Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali)


I'm drastic, when it comes to verbs I be flipping
Expressing the dynamic and intense nature of Ruck's wordplay and lyricism


Cause herbs just be shitting off the words I be kicking
Highlighting the inferiority of other rappers who fail to match Ruck's skill and impact


I scold you, double headed sword for the petty
Reprimanding and criticizing those who engage in trivial conflicts


But I told you, bitch niggas that heads ain't ready
Warning lesser rappers that they are not prepared or skilled enough to compete


Now I mold you, back to the bitch that you are
Manipulating and shaping the identity and perception of opponents as weak or inferior


Fucking with the Ruckus get bruised, battered and scarred
Threatening severe physical harm to anyone who challenges or crosses the Ruckus


Guess who, punk, chump, your brain just blew
Taunting and insulting individuals whose intelligence and understanding are limited


It's the Originoo Gunn Clappa Two
Introducing the Originoo Gunn Clappa as a significant and formidable force


Rushing through, three on three you can't see we
Dominating and overpowering opponents in a three versus three confrontation


Cause we stay tight and not too many niggas wanna fight
Being united and formidable as a crew, causing others to avoid confrontations


Some sneaker-wearin' nigga in the cipher of the camp
Referring to an individual in the group who is not prepared or capable of participating in the freestyle rap circle


Just got amped and so I took 'em out for a dance
Taking advantage of the individual's excitement and vulnerability to engage in a battle or confrontation


Bigger triggers falling down
Referring to the force and impact of powerful weapons being discharged


Like the bridges of London, but ain't too many niggas running
Comparing the intensity and consequences of the situation to the falling bridges in London, indicating that few individuals are willing to face the challenge


A-yo why oh why did I need cappucino
Expressing confusion or disbelief about the desire or necessity for cappuccino


Scar on my face but I'm not Al Pacino
Drawing attention to a facial scar as a distinctive feature without likening oneself to Al Pacino


(We're 3 amigos)
Identifying themselves as a group of close friends and allies


Sparksky and Dutch, we bring mo' drama than what?
Asserting their ability to create more chaos and excitement than any other individuals or situation


(A prime time NBC TV show)
Comparing their dramatic presence and action to a popular TV show on a major network


Heads don't know and damn sure ain't ready
Indicating that the unaware and unprepared individuals are not ready to face the reality


Niggas walk the streets with more Boop than Betty
Mocking individuals who possess excessive confidence or swagger


(Shit'll get heavy)
Warning of the intense and serious consequences that will occur


Back up, retreat, now surrender
Advising opponents to withdraw and submit to avoid further conflict


My pine hits your mind mix thoughts just like a blender
Delivering potent and impactful lyrics that cause confusion and disturbance in the opponent's mind


Then I dish off from a shooting guard to a center
Transferring attention and focus from one skilled performer to another within the group


Like Rockefeller you hit rock bottom when you enter
Comparing the consequences of challenging the group to hitting rock bottom, signifying defeat and failure


O.G.C. rush the scene, permission for backup
Entering the scene with force and speed, requesting support and reinforcement


Baseball bats attack like Jersey fools that act up
Using baseball bats as weapons, reminiscent of aggressive individuals from New Jersey


Punks in back stand petro, go get yo'
Identifying individuals in the rear as ready to take action, instructing them to retrieve their weapons


Pepto-Bismol before this nigga lets go
Recommending the consumption of Pepto-Bismol to calm nerves before engaging in a fight or confrontation


Get set, Go, which you do, crews screwed, I blew through
Urging opponents to prepare themselves, highlighting the dominance and speed with which Fab 5 moves through other crews


Two crews who claim they got funk, may be true cos they doo-doo
Acknowledging the presence of two opposing crews who boast about their skills but actually produce subpar results


Everybody 'fraid, ain't nobody yapping no more
Instilling fear in everyone, silencing any boastful or confident statements


Have evidence on your clique so y'all niggas hit the floor
Possessing damaging evidence or information about the opponent's crew, causing them to surrender or beg for mercy


With that mouth murdering you got that ass in hot water
Threatening severe consequences for provocative or disrespectful speech


Now I just oughta send a piece to your headquarters
Promising to retaliate by targeting the leadership or main source of power of the opponent's crew


To take away your stripes, you fucked up tonight
Stripping the opponent of their credibility and status due to their failure or mistakes


You don't do right you're g'wan get dead to spite
Warning that continued wrong actions will lead to their demise


Our click foundation stays thick through the war
Emphasizing the strength and unity of their crew as they endure and overcome challenges


I'm keeping my eye out for infiltrators at the door
Remaining vigilant for potential spies or traitors who may try to deceive or betray the crew


It's a shame how these MC's are wannabees
Expressing disappointment and disdain for aspiring and unoriginal MCs


Front on these and get hung up like dungarees (please)
Warning that those who disrespect or challenge the group will face serious consequences, resulting in humiliation and defeat


Ease off selector Strangle wrecks ya
Advising the DJ or selector to back off before they face destruction and defeat


Plus bust asses on whoever passes through my sector
Asserting the authority and ability to take down anyone who crosses into the designated area


So what you gonna do when you're stuck at thirty-two
Challenging opponents to strategize and respond effectively when they face a difficult situation or obstacle


Degrees, please get off your knees and follow these
Urging opponents to abandon their submissive position and instead learn from and emulate their example


Now swallow these, buckshots from the rifle
Intimidating opponents with the threat of being hit by multiple rounds from a powerful firearm


Then I will make niggas beat it and scream like Michael
Promising to deliver such devastating blows that it will cause opponents to flee and scream in fear, similar to Michael Jackson's song 'Beat It'


So how many corny MC g'wan try
Challenging and daring mediocre MCs to attempt to compete


When Strang sets shit off like the 4th of July
Exploding with energy and excitement similar to the fireworks on Independence Day


Nobody (why?)
Expressing the lack of consideration or concern for others


Cos everybody gets bodies my brother
Highlighting the high rate of defeat and casualties suffered by opponents


I smother a nigga then the Ruck bounce like rubber
Overwhelming and overpowering opponents, followed by a swift and agile retreat


Step to the stage set the microphone on fire
Bringing immense energy and excitement to the stage, delivering an intense and captivating performance


Your desire, they call me sire cos I'm flyer
Eliciting admiration and respect due to the captivating and impressive nature of the performance


(Live like wires), beast from the East who is he
Comparing himself to live electrical wires, emphasizing his electrifying and energetic presence as a beast from the East


When I roar like a grizzly they say damn he gets busy
Commanding attention and admiration as he performs aggressively and with impressive skill




Lyrics Β© Royalty Network Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: B. POWELL, D. YATES, J. BUSH, J. MCNAIR, P. HENDRICKS, S. PRICE

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