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.
Like A Dog
G-Unit Lyrics
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You gotta know how we do it
I Put the seat back when we rolling,
I Let the system thump when we coasting
I had the tre pound with me cock
Run up on me get shot
Niggas say they know me
I don't know them
They say we came up together
I don't owe them
A motherfucking thing
I'll make it hot
Run up on me get Shot
In the street like a dog
A nigga try smoke me,
I'm gone smoke him
When I say I'm all in
I mean I'm all in
Nigger you blink shell cases just fall in
You fucking with the police?
Well you better call him
Cause I'm a reload my shit
And come right back
You know different day
Same shift with the same strap
Me I gotta get it
I gotta get my bread
I pin a bitch a freak,
Huh, She got to give me head
I got a reputation,
I stay with the burner
I call it putting work in
The D's call it murder
So half and half with my cold D
We only got one pill,
It's one pistol, one target, one shot, one kill
I Put the seat back when we rolling,
I Let the system thump when we coasting
I had the tre pound with me cock
Run up on me get Shot
In the street like a dog
Niggas say they know me
I don't know them
They say we came up together
I don't owe them
A motherfucking thing
I'll make it hot
Run up on me get Shot
In the street like a dog
I'm a beast,*boss*, gangster, goon
Grab my knife, my gun, my vest
It's on,
Lay a nigger on his lawn,
Versace style,
Got my 44 alone in my Versace now
Hold my foot kilos
Switch cars trying to be low
I touch more DR
Then got a line away
I shooting windows, doors and parked cars
80 grand on your head, OH GOD,
Tripod in the arnarge
It's so hard
I can charge it on the gold card or black card
I'm a be in Italy when they pop your noodles
Nigga 7 star shit eating lots of stroodles
I Put the seat back when we rolling,
I Let the system thump when we coasting
I had the tre pound with me cock
Run up on me get Shot
In the street like a dog
Niggas say they know me
I don't know them
They say we came up together
I don't owe them
A motherfucking thing,
I'll make it hot (nothing)
Run up on me get Shot
In the street like a dog (yeeeah)
Hopping out of something foreign,
Bumping R'n..,B
I'm not the one for sparing
I'll gun your car your in
Watch the game at the garden
Next to Martin
Here to spite me barking, he's sleep walking
I'm hollow tilting, Champagne bottles open
Chronic smoking,
Even the models groping
My pockets pocking,
The games sick, I'm the potion,
I be proofing,
And I flow like the ocean,
Machines make movies,
You can be the poster,
Your Over,
I'll tell the media your mediocre,
I push your big body,
Your riding in the mini-vans,
I fuck like Will
And smoke like the Indians.
I put the seat back when we rolling
I let the system thump when we coasting
I had the tre pound with me cock
Run up on me get Shot
In the street like a dog
Niggas say they know me
I don't know them
They say we came up together
I don't owe them
A motherfucking thing
I'll make it hot
Run up on me get Shot
In the street like a dog
In "Like a Dog," G-Unit paints a vivid picture of their tough and unapologetic lifestyles as they navigate the streets. The song is a perfect representation of the rap group's hardcore image and their willingness to face adversities head-on, without fear, just like dogs. The lyrics describe how they're always ready for any challenges that come their way, with guns and knives in hand, and they're not afraid to use them.
The first verse talks about how they roll around in their car with the music loud and their seats leaned back. They're prepared for anyone who comes at them, with a "tre pound" gun at their side. They're not afraid to shoot anyone who poses a threat to them, and they describe their enemies as dogs, ready to be hunted on the street. They don't have time for fake friends or anyone who claims to know them but hasn't been there since the beginning. They're focused on making money and aren't afraid to take bold risks to get it.
The second verse describes their harsh lifestyle, surrounded by drugs, guns, and money. They're always on the move, switching cars and locations to stay one step ahead of the law. They're not afraid to put a hit out on someone and have a lot of money to do it, as seen in the line, "80 grand on your head." They live a luxurious life, with Versace clothing and expensive cars, but they're not afraid to get their hands dirty to maintain their reputation on the street.
Overall, "Like a Dog" is a gritty and raw representation of G-Unit's lives on the street. The lyrics showcase their tough personas and fearless attitudes as they navigate the harsh realities of life.
Line by Line Meaning
It's the Unit
The Unit is the group that performs the song
You gotta know how we do it
You need to be aware of our methods and approach
I Put the seat back when we rolling,
I recline the car seat when driving
I Let the system thump when we coasting
I turn up the music system when driving smoothly
I had the tre pound with me cock
I am carrying a .357 Magnum handgun with me
Run up on me get shot
Attacking me will result in being shot
In the street like a dog
You will be left to die on the street
N****s say they know me
People claim to be familiar with me
I don't know them
I don't recognize their claim
They say we came up together
They claim we grew up together
I don't owe them
I have no obligation towards them
A motherfucking thing
Absolutely nothing
I'll make it hot
I will cause trouble for them
A nigga try smoke me,
If someone attempts to kill me
I'm gone smoke him
I will retaliate with lethal force
When I say I'm all in
When I commit myself completely
I mean I'm all in
I am fully dedicated
N****r you blink shell cases just fall in
If you hesitate, you will be shot and killed
You fucking with the police?
Are you working with law enforcement?
Well you better call him
You should seek the help of the police
Cause I'm a reload my shit
I am going to refill my ammunition
And come right back
And return to the scene
You know different day
This is a familiar routine
Same shift with the same strap
Using the same gun for the same job
Me I gotta get it
I need to make a profit
I gotta get my bread
I need to earn money
I pin a b**** a freak, Huh, She got to give me head
I engage in promiscuous sexual behavior with women who pleasure me orally
I got a reputation,
I have a certain image or standing
I stay with the burner
I carry a gun with me at all times
I call it putting work in
I consider it doing my job
The D's call it murder
Law enforcement consider it a homicide
So half and half with my cold D
Sharing the profit equally with my partner
We only got one pill,
We only have one chance to succeed
It's one pistol, one target, one shot, one kill
It's a precise and lethal operation
I'm a beast, boss, gangster, goon
I am a fierce, commanding, and criminal individual
Grab my knife, my gun, my vest
I am equipped for a violent confrontation
It's on,
The situation has escalated
Lay a n****r on his lawn,
Leave someone dead on their property
Versace style,
In a fashionable manner
Got my 44 alone in my Versace now
I am carrying my gun in my fashionable clothing
Hold my foot kilos
I am in possession of multiple kilograms of illicit substances
Switch cars trying to be low
Changing vehicles to avoid detection
I touch more DR
I have more money and success than others
Then got a line away
Then I successfully evaded capture
I shooting windows, doors and parked cars
I am causing destruction with my gun
80 grand on your head, OH GOD,
A bounty of $80,000 on someone's life
Tripod in the arnarge
Shooting from a stable position using a tripod
It's so hard
It is a difficult lifestyle
I can charge it on the gold card or black card
I can pay for my illegal activities using a credit card
I'm a be in Italy when they pop your noodles
I will be enjoying a luxurious vacation when someone makes an attempt on your life
N****r 7 star shit eating lots of stroodles
Living a high-end lifestyle, enjoying extravagant food
Hopping out of something foreign,
Exiting a luxury car
Bumping R'n..,B
Playing rhythm and blues music loudly
I'm not the one for sparing
I am not inclined towards mercy
I'll gun your car your in
I will shoot at you while you are in your car
Watch the game at the garden
Attend a sporting event at a popular venue
Next to Martin
Sitting alongside Martin Lawrence
Here to spite me barking, he's sleep walking
Others are jealous of me and are talking behind my back
I'm hollow tilting, Champagne bottles open
I am drinking expensive Champagne
Chronic smoking,
Smoking marijuana
Even the models groping
Even attractive women are touching me inappropriately
My pockets pocking,
I am carrying a lot of cash
The games sick, I'm the potion,
The criminal world is dangerous, but I have the skills to succeed
I be proofing,
I am demonstrating my capabilities
And I flow like the ocean,
I move smoothly and confidently
Machines make movies,
Guns create violent scenes
You can be the poster,
You can be the subject of warning posters
Your Over,
Your time is up
I'll tell the media your mediocre,
I will spread negative rumors about you
I push your big body,
I intimidate and control you
Your riding in the mini-vans,
You are driving an inferior vehicle
I fuck like Will
I am sexually skilled like Will Smith's character in the film 'Hitch'
And smoke like the Indians.
I smoke cigarettes excessively
I put the seat back when we rolling
I adjust the car seat for comfort while driving
I let the system thump when we coasting
I play loud music while driving smoothly
I had the tre pound with me cock
I am carrying a loaded .357 Magnum handgun
Run up on me get Shot
Attacking me will result in a violent response
In the street like a dog
You may be left helpless and alone to die
N****s say they know me
People claim to be familiar with me
I don't know them
I don't recognize their claim
They say we came up together
They claim we grew up together
I don't owe them
I have no obligation towards them
A motherfucking thing
Absolutely nothing
I'll make it hot (nothing)
I will cause problems for them
Run up on me get Shot
Attacking me will result in a violent response
In the street like a dog (yeeeah)
You may be left helpless and alone to die with no one to assist you
Contributed by Hunter D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
John Nelson
Still better than 95% of hip hop today
John Nelson
10 years later
Mantvydas Ū.
Yes brother!
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John Nelson u right my nigga!!! Until 4 life
Antwan Darelle Fenton a.k.a Fantom
Yup yup yup facts
Paul Magee
100%
Mervyn Biggar
For me, 50 has always made the best hooks!!!
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has?
Nkululeko Mayezana
G-unit is always g.unit nothing can change
John Smith
Na Nate dogg bro