G-Unit was founded shortly after 50 Cent left Columbia Records. The original members were: 50 Cent, Bang Em Smurf, Domination, Lloyd Banks, Sha Money XL & Tony Yayo. These rappers collectively established the group as a whole in 2000; however, after Yayo got a prison sentence 50 Cent signed Young Buck and along with himself and Banks became the three faces of G-Unit. Smurf and Domination left the group due to some problems with the General, 50 Cent.
After being shot, 50 Cent signed to Interscope Records. Due to the success of his commercial debut album, Get Rich or Die Tryin', he was granted his own record label. This was when 50 and Sha Money XL founded G-Unit Records.
The group continued to work hard and released several mixtape series which earned them a lot of attention in the rap industry. The most prominent of these being 50 Cent Is the Future, God's Plan, No Mercy, No Fear and Automatic Gunfire. G-Unit have also started a mixtape series with their DJ, DJ Whoo Kid, called G-Unit Radio.
These mixtapes gave them a gigantic buzz throughout New York City, which eventually led to 50's first solo album Get Rich or Die Tryin' selling over 12 million copies.
Before the group had a chance to record its debut album, Tony Yayo was sentenced to prison for a gun-possession charge as well as bail-jumping. During Tony Yayo's prison sentence, the group signed Nashville rapper, Young Buck. They continued their activity, working on yet more mixtape recordings. In particular, their 'G-Unit Remix' to 50 Cent's "P.I.M.P." was successful.
During Tony Yayo's prison sentence, G-Unit recorded their debut album, Beg for Mercy. The album was quickly released on November 14, 2003 to combat bootlegging and had significant commercial success. Tony Yayo made only two appearances on the album, both on songs that were recorded before his arrest. The album peaked at #2 on the Billboard charts and sold over 4 million units.
50 Cent later went on to sign The Game, Mobb Deep, M.O.P., Olivia, Spider Loc andMase. The Game was asked to be put in the group by Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine. 50 Cent agreed, and gave 7 of his records which was supposed to go on his second LP The Massacre. After The Game went on the radio and said that he had no problems with some rappers 50 Cent had issues with, 50 felt that Game was disloyal and kicked him out of the group, which lead to the infamous G-Unit vs. The Game/Black Wallstreet meet and beat off.
Clue/50
G-Unit Lyrics
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We gonna smoke this motherfucker right here, right
We gonna smoke this shit
And I'ma drink a lot a water
And I'ma take Golden Seal, so my PO don't find out
I'm smoking this shit, aight?
Yo, niggas wouldn't rob Frankie if they had the chance
Frankie cut crack
Lance hold the Mac
If fiends fuck with Frankie's pac's
Lance cut the crack heads blocked up
Thought he was locked up
Came through stuntin' wit his wrist all rocked up
Shoulda seen him smile, missin' the tooth
Coupe missin the roof
He like "What up, 50?"
I'm like "What up with you"
Lance had a reputation that was well earned
Heard he taught niggas how them shells burn
Out there in Red Firm
At the dice game, he rolled ahead, crapped in the crack
I'm like "Nah, I ain't paying for that! Nigga, shoot it back"
Niggas lookin at me like I'm crazy, they shook
I don't give a fuck who he shot out in Red Hook
Asked him about ????
Yeah, Bizzy was my man till he beat me for ten grand and sold my Mac for
Seven grand (Fuckin' crazy)
The man was crazy I could tell by his look
Cause he looked the way I look
When I look for a jooks
Bitch
Motherfucker
Teamwork, work hard nigga
50 cent
Rotten Apple
G-UNIT
Lloyd Banks
Tony Yayo, nigga
Hey what up, nigga
You motherfuckin' right this DJ Clue Grand Theft Audio 2
Get the fuck out the car nigga don't make me rush you, nigga
Shoot that nigga, 50!
The song "Clue" by G-Unit begins with a reference to smoking marijuana, but quickly transitions into a storytelling rap about two individuals, Frankie and Lance. Frankie's reputation precedes him, as he is known for cutting crack, but it is his partner Lance who holds the gun, known as a Mac. The song then delves into the backstory of both men, with Lance having a history of violence and being revered in the streets for his shooting skills. Frankie, on the other hand, is known for offering quality crack to his customers. However, Lance ensures that Frankie's business remains undisturbed by cutting any crack heads who cause trouble. The lyrics also mention a man named Bizzy, who proves to be an untrustworthy partner for one of the rappers, as he beats him out of a significant amount of money by stealing and selling a Mac. The song builds an ambiance of danger, violence, and betrayal that is characteristic of the gangsta rap sub-genre.
The song was featured in the video game “Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories” for PlayStation 2 and the PlayStation Portable. This game was released on October 24, 2005, which was around the same time as the album “Get Rich or Die Tryin” by 50 Cent, which includes the song "In Da Club".
"Clue" was included in G-Unit's second album "Terminate on Sight," which was released on July 1, 2008, and debuted at number four on the US Billboard 200 charts.
The lyrics to the chorus of "Clue" are uttered by DJ Clue, an American DJ, songwriter, and rapper who produced seven studio albums.
The song "Clue" has primarily been performed by G-Unit members 50 Cent, Lloyd Banks, and Tony Yayo.
Although the song's title suggests a reference to the popular board game, the name "Clue" in this context is an amplification of DJ Clue's name.
"Clue" has a moment of singing from one of the rappers, and it's in the lyrics "Lance cut the crack heads blocked up…missin' the tooth, coupe missin the roof." The lyrics are sung to the tune of the theme of The Beverly Hillbillies by the country music legend, Flatt & Scruggs. The theme 'Ballad of Jed Clampett' became a hit topping US Billboard Hot 100 charts in 1962.
"Clue" was also performed by 50 Cent and Lloyd Banks at the 2008 Vibe Music Festival.
At the beginning of the music video for "Clue," the three rappers can be seen getting out of a car before approaching a man sitting in a vehicle. As the rappers stand around him, one of them tells him to "Get the f*** out the car, nigga," before the video cuts to the performance of the song.
"Clue" features a sample of the song "Guns for Show, Knives for a Pro," a track by New York-based 1980s hip hop group "Masta Ace Incorporated."
Chords: Unfortunately, the chords to the song "Clue" by G-Unit are unavailable as the song is a rap and does not feature musical instruments ordinarily played with chords.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah nigga
Acknowledging another person's presence in a vulgar and confrontational manner.
We gonna smoke this motherfucker right here, right
Planning to consume illicit drugs in this specific location and at this moment.
We gonna smoke this shit
Reinforcing the intent to consume illegal narcotics with vulgarity.
And I'ma drink a lot a water
Conscious of the need to remain hydrated while consuming illegal drugs.
And I'ma take Golden Seal, so my PO don't find out
Taking a natural supplement to avoid detection by a probation officer.
I'm smoking this shit, aight?
Asserting the decision to consume illegal narcotics with confidence.
Yo, niggas wouldn't rob Frankie if they had the chance
Frankie is perceived as a dangerous person who should not be crossed.
Wasn't cause of him it was cause of his man Lance
Frankie's reputation is due to his association with Lance.
Frankie cut crack
Frankie is involved in the production of a crack cocaine.
Lance hold the Mac
Lance is carrying a Mac-10 submachine gun for protection.
If fiends fuck with Frankie's pac's
Drug users who try to cheat or scam from Frankie will be dealt with by Lance.
Lance cut the crack heads blocked up
Lance has a reputation for hurting drug users who try to steal from Frankie.
Thought he was locked up
Lance has a reputation for being so tough that people are surprised to see him in public.
Came through stuntin' wit his wrist all rocked up
Lance is flaunting his jewelry and appearing to be wealthy.
Shoulda seen him smile, missin' the tooth
Lance is missing a tooth, possibly due to a previous altercation, but is still confident.
Coupe missin the roof
Lance is driving a convertible car with the roof removed.
He like "What up, 50?"
Lance greets 50 Cent in a friendly manner.
I'm like "What up with you"
50 Cent returns Lance's friendly greeting.
Lance had a reputation that was well earned
Lance's reputation as a violent enforcer was built through past actions.
Heard he taught niggas how them shells burn
Lance is rumored to have injured or killed people using firearms.
Out there in Red Firm
Lance's rumored actions took place in the Red Hook housing projects.
At the dice game, he rolled ahead, crapped in the crack
Lance won at a game of dice and then publicly defecated on the dice.
I'm like "Nah, I ain't paying for that! Nigga, shoot it back"
50 Cent refuses to pay for the lost bet and orders Lance to take another roll of the dice.
Niggas lookin at me like I'm crazy, they shook
Other people at the dice game are afraid of Lance and 50 Cent's actions.
I don't give a fuck who he shot out in Red Hook
50 Cent dismisses Lance's violent past and does not care who he killed.
Asked him about ????
50 Cent is asking Lance about a certain person who remains unnamed.
Yeah, Bizzy was my man till he beat me for ten grand and sold my Mac for Seven grand
Lance explains that a man named Bizzy betrayed 50 Cent by stealing his money and weapon.
(Fuckin' crazy)
Lance adds a vulgar comment after describing Bizzy's actions.
The man was crazy I could tell by his look
Lance believes that Bizzy is mentally unstable due to his appearance and behavior.
Cause he looked the way I look
Lance implies that he himself also appears threatening and intimidating.
When I look for a jooks
Lance becomes intimidating when he is looking for an opportunity to rob someone.
Bitch
A disrespectful insult used to end the song.
Motherfucker
A vulgar insult used to begin the song.
Teamwork, work hard nigga
Exhortation to work together and put in effort to achieve success.
50 cent
Announcing the performer of the song.
Rotten Apple
Referring to the part of New York City where the artists are from.
G-UNIT
Referring to the music group consisting of several artists.
Lloyd Banks
Acknowledging one of the members of G-Unit.
Tony Yayo, nigga
Acknowledging another member of G-Unit with vulgarity.
Hey what up, nigga
Greeting someone in a casual and vulgar manner.
You motherfuckin' right this DJ Clue Grand Theft Audio 2
Acknowledging the name of the album and the DJ who produced it.
Get the fuck out the car nigga don't make me rush you, nigga
Ordering someone to leave a car and threatening them with violence if they refuse.
Shoot that nigga, 50!
Encouraging 50 Cent to use a firearm against someone who is perceived as a threat.
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@kavelviza5763
I dont give a fuck who he shot out in Redhook 💪🔥
@studentforknowledge5393
Smile missing tooth, coupe missing roof 🔥
@vanguardny
one of the best mixtapes ever
@ReelReasonNRhyme
This beat is insanely 🔥
@XxStrattaGxX
This shit is legendary!!!!
@jonathansmith1086
Cos his man lance👌
@eljayswilling1282
The real gangstas years
@eminkirakosyan8779
BROOOOOOOOOOOOO80 50 ❤
@vanguardny
crazy part is these newer artist havent made music better than 50 old shit… n NEW doesnt mean better thats why everybody still wearing Jays
@Ygtrecey
Only rappers I can think that where relatively close as far as fearlessness and storytelling was King Von & Pop Smoke.. you actually believed what those two dudes rapped about and they had the history and street Cred to back it all up.. sad them two passed away so early