Hailing from Gary, Indiana, a place whose murder and crime rates have ranked it several times at the top of the "Most Dangerous Cities" list, Freddie Gibbs is the true definition of a street survivor. Raised on Gary's east side, Gibbs lived the hard life firsthand in a run-down industrial community plagued with vice and ignored by the establishment. After playing at Ball State on a football scholarship, Gibbs was kicked out of college. Over the next few years he went through court-ordered boot camp, joined and got discharged from the military, and held down a series of 9 to 5 jobs without success. Feeling like the system had failed him, Gibbs turned to hustling; pimping and selling crack out of a local house. Inspired by rappers like UGK, The Geto Boys, and 2Pac, Gibbs started rhyming about his life and the issues facing urban youth in Gary and the countless other impoverished cities just like it. Gibbs is the first rapper signed to a major label from Gary.
The Steel City's most famous musical residents to date are the Jackson 5, whose name still adorns a marquee on a falling-apart theater in Gary's blighted downtown. His desire to rep the Midwest and his city led Gibbs to start recording mixtapes and pushing them online as well as the streets, where he quickly began garnering fans drawn to his original style, diverse flows, and deeply personal lyrics about his experience as a young black man growing up below the poverty line in a forgotten American city.
Freddie has worked with respected producers like Madlib, Red Spyda, Just Blaze, Buckwild, the Alchemist, Polow Da Don, and Collipark among many others. Gibbs cites Houston rap and Pac as his major influences, and it shows in his ability to alternate between chillingly tense street stories of violence and laid back comedic tales about women and weed. Ultimately Gibbs shows and proves with his rhymes, which demonstrate the promise of a legend in the making. His skills, wit, and street credibility establish Freddie Gibbs as a true artist. He's ready to represent for Gary, the Midwest, and anyone who relates to the struggle of inner city life. As Gibbs tells it: "My music is definitely on some gangsta shit. That's what I was raised on and what I witnessed. How can I speak on anything else?" "Become a fan now, or become one later."
Shitsville
Freddie Gibbs Lyrics
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Bent behind my tints, I commence to take these boys to school
Don't drive no yellow bus, but I got mayonnaise and mustard
Both tires gol wired on my Chevrolet bucket
And now my transmission leaking and my rear-suspension squeaking
Drop a rock off to my geeker, fix my shit, man, I'm out here creeping
Twist that shit, but I'm out here tweaking for that 20 twin twin
Kick that shit in '95 or watching Friday with my friends
Said the dick was everything she envisioned on each visit
Poppa kept his condoms in his bottom drawer, they for his bottom ho
I stole that shit when I was out, I wonder if my mama know
I wonder if she found the dimes and nickles in my Nike box
I wonder if she know her older brother like to light them rocks
I wonder if she able to get by if I get killed
Told her I was just knee deep in the shit, welcome to Shitsville, nigga
You wake up everyday and pray before you sleep, right?
You motherfuckers just like me
You shed tears when you hurting, if I cut you then you bleed, right?
You motherfuckers just like me
But bitch you acting like your shit don't stink
Shit's real
Bitch, you acting like your shit don't stink
This Shitsville
I said you you acting like your shit don't stink
Shit's real
Bitch, you acting like your shit don't stink
Welcome to Shitsville, nigga
Niggas ain't gon' shit, then get the fuck up-off the pizz-ot
Got O's of loyd in my living room like I was Lennox
Trapped a nigga and his wife for his wallet and his wristwatch
And they say I might do life in jail for kidnap, bitch
I did not give a single solitary fuck
I stand on all ten toes, one dick and two nuts
Don't do yayo or shoot up
But I went back and forth with some work, went threw a few plugs
This white devil society dare a nigga to do drugs
And dare yo ass to deal 'em, distribute and conceal 'em
My niggas don't got no boats or no ports, how you think we get 'em?
Crack was black America's cup of coffee in the beginning
When they creep up and you waking, you crackers can fight the feeling
Motherfuck you euthanasia I'll lace your food up with razors
Make you gargle with saltwater and excuse yourself from my table
I fathered these fuck niggas with fables, pussy, I been real
Good on any street up Shit's Creek, it's Shitsville, nigga
You wake up everyday and pray before you sleep, right?
You motherfuckers just like me
You shed tears when you hurting, if I cut you then you bleed, right?
You motherfuckers just like me
But bitch you acting like your shit don't stink
Shit's real
Bitch, you acting like your shit don't stink
This Shitsville
I said you you acting like your shit don't stink
Shit's real
Bitch, you acting like your shit don't stink
Welcome to Shitsville, nigga
Cheat on your girl, your wife, sneak out to fuck hoes
You motherfuckers just like me
Drink all the liquor, blow weed, probably play with your nose
You motherfuckers just like me
I said you motherfuckers just like me
I said you motherfuckers just like me
I know you motherfuckers just like me
You ain't no better, hell you just like me
The song Shitsville by Freddie Gibbs and Madlib is a raw and honest reflection of the realities of life, particularly for African Americans living in poor communities. The lyrics depict the struggles of the street life, where drug dealing, crime, and violence are rampant. Gibbs paints a vivid picture of his surroundings, describing his rundown car and his illegal activities, from stealing condoms to kidnapping people for money. He talks about the racism and inequality that still exists, as well as the hypocrisy of people who pretend to be better than others. At the end of the song, he brings it all back to the idea that we are all human, and that we all have flaws and struggles, despite our differences in background or social status.
Overall, Shitsville is a powerful commentary on the state of society and the human condition, expressed through the art of hip-hop. It speaks to the harsh realities of life in the ghetto, while also touching on themes of unity, empathy, and self-awareness.
Line by Line Meaning
Niggas ain't gon' shit, then get the fuck up off the toilet stool
If you're not going to do anything productive, then stop wasting time and move on.
Bent behind my tints, I commence to take these boys to school
I'm undercover, about to teach these guys a lesson.
Don't drive no yellow bus, but I got mayonnaise and mustard
I may not be a school bus driver, but I have supplies like one.
Both tires gol wired on my Chevrolet bucket
My Chevrolet may not be in great condition, but I still drive it with pride.
And now my transmission leaking and my rear-suspension squeaking
My car is falling apart, but it still gets me where I need to go.
Drop a rock off to my geeker, fix my shit, man, I'm out here creeping
I dropped off drugs to my addict friend and now I'm trying to avoid getting caught by the police.
Twist that shit, but I'm out here tweaking for that 20 twin twin
I'm smoking drugs and getting high, but I'm always looking for the next fix.
Kick that shit in '95 or watching Friday with my friends
I remember doing drugs and hanging out with friends in the past.
Fucked your bitch in '96, hit that pussy for 6 minutes
I slept with your girlfriend in the past, but it was very brief and unimportant.
Said the dick was everything she envisioned on each visit
She enjoyed having sex with me and it lived up to her expectations.
Poppa kept his condoms in his bottom drawer, they for his bottom ho
My dad keeps condoms for his mistress in his bottom drawer.
I stole that shit when I was out, I wonder if my mama know
I took my dad's condoms for my personal use and I'm not sure if my mom knows.
I wonder if she found the dimes and nickles in my Nike box
I wonder if my mom knows about the small amounts of drugs and money I have hidden in my room.
I wonder if she know her older brother like to light them rocks
I wonder if my mom knows about my drug addiction and my habit of smoking crystal meth.
I wonder if she able to get by if I get killed
I'm worried about my mom's well-being if I die.
Told her I was just knee deep in the shit, welcome to Shitsville, nigga
I told my mom that I'm deeply involved in the drug scene and I don't know if I can get out.
You wake up everyday and pray before you sleep, right?
We all have routines and habits, including praying before bed.
You motherfuckers just like me
We're all human and have similar experiences and struggles.
You shed tears when you hurting, if I cut you then you bleed, right?
We all feel pain and emotions, and we're vulnerable to physical harm.
But bitch you acting like your shit don't stink
You're acting like you're better than others, but you're not.
Shit's real
The world can be harsh and unforgiving.
This Shitsville
We're living in a harsh reality, where things are tough.
I said you you acting like your shit don't stink
I'm calling out your arrogance and superiority complex.
Welcome to Shitsville, nigga
This is the reality we're living in, and it's not always easy.
Got O's of loyd in my living room like I was Lennox
I have a lot of drugs in my living room, like the former heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis.
Trapped a nigga and his wife for his wallet and his wristwatch
I robbed a person and their spouse for their valuables.
And they say I might do life in jail for kidnap, bitch
I could face a life sentence in prison for kidnapping someone.
I did not give a single solitary fuck
I didn't care about the consequences of my actions.
I stand on all ten toes, one dick and two nuts
I'm confident and proud of who I am and what I've done.
Don't do yayo or shoot up
I don't do cocaine or inject drugs like heroin.
But I went back and forth with some work, went threw a few plugs
I dealt drugs and had to find different suppliers.
This white devil society dare a nigga to do drugs
The system and society around us makes it difficult for people of color to succeed and can push them towards drugs.
And dare yo ass to deal 'em, distribute and conceal 'em
The system and society also pushes people of color to deal drugs and keep it hidden.
My niggas don't got no boats or no ports, how you think we get 'em?
We don't have the resources or connections to get drugs, so we have to rely on others to supply us.
Crack was black America's cup of coffee in the beginning
Crack cocaine became an epidemic in the black community in the 80s and 90s.
When they creep up and you waking, you crackers can fight the feeling
When you're struggling with addiction and withdrawals, it's hard to resist the urge to use again.
Motherfuck you euthanasia I'll lace your food up with razors
I have violent tendencies and would harm someone who tries to kill me with euthanasia.
Make you gargle with saltwater and excuse yourself from my table
I would make someone who tries to kill me with euthanasia suffer before they die.
I fathered these fuck niggas with fables, pussy, I been real
I'm responsible for influencing and guiding others towards a life of drugs and crime, but I'm not afraid to admit it.
Good on any street up Shit's Creek, it's Shitsville, nigga
I can handle myself and survive in any environment or situation, even in the toughest areas of the city.
Cheat on your girl, your wife, sneak out to fuck hoes
You may cheat and be unfaithful in your relationships for sexual satisfaction.
Drink all the liquor, blow weed, probably play with your nose
You may drink and do drugs, and even engage in risky behaviors like snorting cocaine.
I know you motherfuckers just like me
I understand that we all have similar desires and struggles, and we're not so different after all.
You ain't no better, hell you just like me
You're not any better than me, you're just the same as me in many ways.
Lyrics © EMPIRE PUBLISHING
Written by: Otis Jackson, Fredrick Tipton
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@el_mal_de_ojo
The flow is legendary, and the craziest shit is he'll do this live, at this tempo, and still not miss a fucking beat. He's a monster.
@SleepFan771
Madlib's beat is so dope and fits Freddie's rapid-fire gangster rap flow here! Pinata is an incredible album.
@wave-rt4zi
MELODRAMA
@diarmuiddaly6100
I love how you go from melodrama to piñata lol. Good taste.
@dankim5093
@@diarmuiddaly6100 exactly what i was thinking
@EdwurdB.Writing
like how he flowing to this
@jkolaWOLE
+Messenger MCExtra1 he didnt even miss 1 beat in every verse
@Man_eee
Reminded me of Bone Thugs
@jeremyiaea7771
The flow on this song is just amazing.
@mpscrapz95
That razor line is so fucking evil man 💀