In 1999, Foxy Brown made history as the first female rapper to have a number 1 album with Chyna Doll selling over 173,000 copies in the first week.
In 2005, while in the midst of recording her studio album Black Roses, Brown faced another hardship when she was diagnosed with sensorineural hearing loss. The hearing impairment took 100% of Brown's hearing, but 20% was restored after an operation to repair it. After her fifth surgery Foxy regained 99.9% of her hearing.
Following a relatively quiet career period which coincided with an eight month jail sentence in 2008, Foxy continued to record the long in-progress Black Roses with a projected release date of late 2010. Ultimately, Black Roses was never released.
In 2018, after years of hiatus, Brown was a featured artist on Nicki Minaj's fourth studio album Queen on the track "Coco Chanel".
Too Real
Foxy Brown Lyrics
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Eyo, it's the Ill Na Na baby!
Brooklyn, let's get it in
I've been a star since a virgin in highschool
Since the age of fourteen I've been a rap bitch version of Mike ???
And I don't know how to trust, the church or the rifle
God or the devil, the burner or the Bible
I'm back bitches! The retun of ya Idol
F-to-the-O-X, B-double-O
Black hand keep them Lambos and them black Impalas
I wreck the style homie, ain't a bitch chilla
I fucks with gangstas baby, like prince Miller
And when they locked Tuquan, I felt the East split up
He and his Feds, but he left his legacy in killa
I keep my killaz on that Brooklyn shit
Fox ripped the world like the Brooklyn Bridge
I'm back now, Brooklyn ain't never looked this big
I hold it down while y'all lookin' for Big
Next blakka Miss
I'm in my own fuckin' world, I speak how I feel
Sometimes I feel like I'm just too fuckin' real
Foxy Brown uh, what the deal is?
They ain' got a clue what we about to do
FB! You know what it is
AZ of course
What up boogz? You know I would if I could
Bring the hood on the V.I., my man from C.I
Said his ball was in the mess hall witchu at jail time
Lookin' like you was right at your crib in Alpine
No signs of a warrior's face
I know you sprayed if your peer wasn't so soft while he helped you escape
But on the real, we never got a chance to build
With all the bullshit somebody shoulda told you to kill
To the steel, so many rappers lost they mind
Like twentyfive to life never forced they mind
Your moms cryin', we spoke, I almost choked
Was there the same day to brought yo ass up in the post
It's getting close, see you soon, sometime in June
Utilize the red goons for yo mind to bloom
A flesh wound always heal, but death that's it
I'ma go now, but let that sit
The song "Too Real" by Foxy Brown is a raw and introspective track that delves into the artist's personal experiences and struggles. The lyrics reflect Foxy Brown's journey from her early days in high school to her rise as a rap artist. She describes herself as a star from a young age and compares herself to iconic figures like Michael Jackson.
However, Foxy Brown also expresses a sense of mistrust and confusion. She questions her faith in religion and morality, pondering whether to trust God or the devil, the church or the rifle. These conflicting emotions may stem from the challenges she has faced in her life, symbolized by the metaphorical black cloud that has cursed her.
Despite her struggles, Foxy Brown asserts her presence and power. She declares her return to the rap scene, highlighting her reputation as a strong and influential figure. She proudly claims her Brooklyn roots and compares her impact on the world to that of the iconic Brooklyn Bridge.
The song also includes a heartfelt message to a friend who is incarcerated. Foxy Brown reminisces about their relationship and expresses regret that they never had a chance to connect and support each other. She acknowledges the difficulties faced by many rappers who have lost their way, referencing the impact of the prison system on their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been a star since a virgin in highschool
I have been famous since I was young and inexperienced
Since the age of fourteen I've been a rap bitch version of Mike ???
Since I was fourteen, I've been a female rapper comparable to the legendary Mike ???
And I don't know how to trust, the church or the rifle
I struggle to have faith in religious institutions or weapons
God or the devil, the burner or the Bible
I'm torn between the concepts of God and the devil, as well as violence and religion
Got a black cloud on me, I've been cursed by my right ones
I have a constant feeling of misfortune, as if I'm cursed by those close to me
I'm back bitches! The retun of ya Idol
I have returned, ladies! I am back to being the idol and role model for you all
F-to-the-O-X, B-double-O
My name is Foxy Brown, spelled as F-O-X-Y, B-R-O-W-N
Black hand keep them Lambos and them black Impalas
I have a group of gangsters who possess luxury cars like Lamborghinis and black Chevy Impalas
I wreck the style homie, ain't a bitch chilla
I dominate the rap style and there's no other female rapper who can match my energy
I fucks with gangstas baby, like prince Miller
I associate myself with gangsters, just like Prince Miller
And when they locked Tuquan, I felt the East split up
When Tuquan got arrested, I felt a divide in the East Coast rap scene
He and his Feds, but he left his legacy in killa
He and his federal agents tried to bring him down, but he still left a legacy as a skilled rapper
I keep my killaz on that Brooklyn shit
I have a group of loyal killers who are connected to the Brooklyn lifestyle
Fox ripped the world like the Brooklyn Bridge
I have made a significant impact on the world, much like the iconic Brooklyn Bridge
I'm back now, Brooklyn ain't never looked this big
Now that I'm back, Brooklyn seems larger and more significant than ever
I hold it down while y'all lookin' for Big
I am maintaining and representing Brooklyn while others search for someone like The Notorious B.I.G.
Next blakka Miss
The next black queen, Miss
I'm in my own fuckin' world, I speak how I feel
I live in my own unique world and express myself honestly
Sometimes I feel like I'm just too fuckin' real
At times, I believe that I am being too authentic and genuine
Foxy Brown uh, what the deal is?
I am Foxy Brown, and I want to know what's going on
They ain' got a clue what we about to do
They have no idea of the plans and actions we are about to execute
FB! You know what it is
It's Foxy Brown! You already know who I am
AZ of course
My fellow rapper AZ is also present, of course
What up boogz? You know I would if I could
Hey, Boogz! You know I would participate if I had the opportunity
Bring the hood on the V.I., my man from C.I
Bringing the essence of the neighborhood to the Virgin Islands, alongside my friend from the Correctional Institution
Said his ball was in the mess hall witchu at jail time
He mentioned that he was shooting basketballs in the prison cafeteria during your incarceration
Lookin' like you was right at your crib in Alpine
You appeared as if you were comfortably at home in Alpine, despite being in jail
No signs of a warrior's face
There were no signs of a warrior's face or demeanor on you
I know you sprayed if your peer wasn't so soft while he helped you escape
I understand that you would have taken action if the person who aided your escape wasn't weak and passive
But on the real, we never got a chance to build
But honestly, we never had the opportunity to develop a deeper connection
With all the bullshit somebody shoulda told you to kill
With all the unnecessary drama, someone should have advised you to eliminate it
To the steel, so many rappers lost they mind
To firearms, many rappers have lost their sanity and perspective
Like twentyfive to life never forced they mind
Similar to receiving a twenty-five years to life prison sentence, these rappers never had their minds compelled to change
Your moms cryin', we spoke, I almost choked
Your mother was crying, and we had a conversation that almost made me emotional
Was there the same day to brought yo ass up in the post
I was present the day you were arrested and brought to the police station
It's getting close, see you soon, sometime in June
It's getting closer to the time when I will see you again, possibly in June
Utilize the red goons for yo mind to bloom
Use the loyal associates to help your mind grow and prosper
A flesh wound always heal, but death that's it
A superficial wound can always heal, but death is irreversible
I'ma go now, but let that sit
I'm going to leave now, but I want you to deeply consider what I've said
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: P. BARIL, ANTHONY S. CRUZ, I. MARCHAND
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