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.
lay ya ass down
G-Unit Lyrics
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I don't know what you've been thinkin'
Don't know what you've been drinkin'
But you get outta line boy, I'll lay your ass down
Don't know what you've been thinkin'
Don't know what you've been drinkin'
But you get outta line boy, I'll lay your ass down
I've been out in L.A. with Dre and Snoop for so long
I'm fin ta crip walk and put some motherfucking khakis on
Naw that's aight man I ain't got nothin' to prove
I'm rich but I still live like I got nothin' to lose
Look man, I don't know what you've been drinkin'
I don't know what you've been thinkin'
But get outta line and Snoop's upside ya head
The media they write whatever they choose
And the cops stay on my ass so I stay on the news
These other rap niggas couldn't walk in my shoes
Went through a bunch of bullshit while I was paying my dues
They say my music make a gangsta wanna pop somethin'
Well, tell them niggas to get poppin' and stop frontin'
You heard of me but do you know how I get down
Stay with a vest on, roll with a couple tre-pounds
In case you motherfuckers wanna jump bad now
I'll start some bullshit and I'ma lay ya punk ass down
I don't know what you've been thinkin'
Don't know what you've been drinkin'
But you get outta line boy, I'll lay your ass down
Don't know what you've been thinkin'
Don't know what you've been drinkin'
But you get outta line boy, I'll lay your ass down
Hittin' niggas from long range for writin' the wrong thangs
My name Young Buck but I look like a old man
Just 'cause I like Ice don't compare me to Lil' Wayne
I make rap niggas dissapear like Lil' Zane
See Buck been shot, but not more than 50
I don't dance, what I look like signin' with Diddy?
I got plans, grenades and the G-Unit with me
And on command, we spray give a fuck who we hittin'
What's in my hand? A tan 'bout a hundred and sixty
Hollow tips, four-fifths with the rubber grip
Crips and bloods they show me love like I'm claimin' a set
These industry niggas know they better pay me my check
I get a kick outta seein' these broke ass rappers
Ten people showed up that's why your show got canceled
50 whatever they did to the kid is handled
Niggas callin' for these features but they get no answers fuck y'all niggas
I don't know what you've been thinkin'
Don't know what you've been drinkin'
But you get outta line boy, I'll lay your ass down
Don't know what you've been thinkin'
Don't know what you've been drinkin'
But you get outta line boy, I'll lay your ass down
Everywhere we go, just leaves number one
We won't stop, every Billboard chart
We number one, number one, number one
Man we own that slot, we won't stop
I don't know what you've been thinkin'
Don't know what you've been drinkin'
But you get outta line boy, I'll lay your ass down
Don't know what you've been thinkin'
Don't know what you've been drinkin'
But you get outta line boy, I'll lay your ass down
A bitch know it's a privilege if I stop to check her
Nigga all I got is hot shit the kids call me Dr. Pepper
And I don't mean a soda
The sixteen top shot loader will bend ya ass up like yoga
Your fuckin' with a soldier
I'm sellin' tickets for a first class trip to a hospital folder
So please keep talkin'
So we can spread your feet, and have you on your Boulevard C-walkin'
The birds keep hawkin', why?
'Cause I'm burnin' every CD and walkman from D.C. to Boston
I laugh at a snotty chick, bitch I don't argue
I'll leave a print in your ass from a karate kick
Them niggas that I be with, got guns on the big body tip
And if they pull out you'd prolly shit
Jewelry got me in heavy gray pictures
Plus I light up trees like every day's Christmas
Shit, pull that back
The song "Lay Ya Ass Down" by G-Unit is a typical gangsta rap song, with the lyrics portraying the rapper's tough exterior and willingness to use violence if provoked. The chorus states "Don't know what you've been thinking, don't know what you've been drinking, but you get outta line boy, I'll lay your ass down." The lyrics make it clear that the rappers have had to overcome various obstacles to gain their current status, such as dealing with constant police scrutiny and media attention. At the same time, they also emphasize their toughness and willingness to use violence to protect themselves and their reputation.
One of the rappers, Young Buck, stands out for his references to an incident in which he was shot. The lyrics mention that he has been through a lot of "bullshit" while paying his dues, but now he is successful and able to intimidate others. Buck's verse includes references to specific weapons such as grenades, G-Unit soldiers, and four-fifths with a rubber grip. He also talks about his success in the music industry, stating that he gets a "kick" out of seeing "broke ass rappers" fail.
Overall, the song uses aggressive and threatening language to emphasize the power dynamics and toughness of the rappers. The lyrics suggest that the rappers have faced adversity and danger in their lives, but have emerged as strong and successful figures who are not to be messed with.
Line by Line Meaning
G-Unit, they ain't ready, ah
G-Unit is a force to be reckoned with.
I don't know what you've been thinkin'
Don't know what you've been drinkin'
But you get outta line boy, I'll lay your ass down
Don't cross me or there will be consequences.
I've been out in L.A. with Dre and Snoop for so long
I'm fin ta crip walk and put some motherfucking khakis on
Naw that's aight man I ain't got nothin' to prove
I'm rich but I still live like I got nothin' to lose
I've been in the game for a while and don't have anything to prove, but I still live like I have nothing to lose.
Look man, I don't know what you've been drinkin'
I don't know what you've been thinkin'
But get outta line and Snoop's upside ya head
The media they write whatever they choose
And the cops stay on my ass so I stay on the news
The media writes whatever they want about me, and the police are always watching me. If you cross me, Snoop will handle it.
These other rap niggas couldn't walk in my shoes
Went through a bunch of bullshit while I was paying my dues
They say my music make a gangsta wanna pop somethin'
Well, tell them niggas to get poppin' and stop frontin'
I've been through a lot to get where I am, and I make music for real gangstas. If they want to act tough, they should back it up.
You heard of me but do you know how I get down
Stay with a vest on, roll with a couple tre-pounds
In case you motherfuckers wanna jump bad now
I'll start some bullshit and I'ma lay ya punk ass down
You may have heard of me, but don't mess with me or you'll end up on the ground.
Hittin' niggas from long range for writin' the wrong thangs
My name Young Buck but I look like a old man
Just 'cause I like Ice don't compare me to Lil' Wayne
I make rap niggas dissapear like Lil' Zane
My rhymes hit hard and I don't want to be compared to anyone. If you write the wrong things about me, you'll disappear.
See Buck been shot, but not more than 50
I don't dance, what I look like signin' with Diddy?
I got plans, grenades and the G-Unit with me
And on command, we spray give a fuck who we hittin'
I may have been shot, but not as many times as 50 Cent. I don't dance and I have bigger plans. The G-Unit is with me and we will take care of business.
I don't know what you've been thinkin'
Don't know what you've been drinkin'
But you get outta line boy, I'll lay your ass down
Don't know what you've been thinkin'
Don't know what you've been drinkin'
But you get outta line boy, I'll lay your ass down
I've warned you before, don't cross me.
Everywhere we go, just leaves number one
We won't stop, every Billboard chart
We number one, number one, number one
Man we own that slot, we won't stop
We're on top and won't stop.
A bitch know it's a privilege if I stop to check her
Nigga all I got is hot shit the kids call me Dr. Pepper
And I don't mean a soda
The sixteen top shot loader will bend ya ass up like yoga
It's an honor for a woman if I stop to talk to her. I'm the best and don't want to be compared to a soda. I'm armed and dangerous and will take care of anyone who crosses me.
Your fuckin' with a soldier
I'm sellin' tickets for a first class trip to a hospital folder
So please keep talkin'
So we can spread your feet, and have you on your Boulevard C-walkin'
Don't mess with me or I'll put you in the hospital. Keep talking and you'll end up on the ground.
Them niggas that I be with, got guns on the big body tip
And if they pull out you'd prolly shit
Jewelry got me in heavy gray pictures
Plus I light up trees like every day's Christmas
My crew is armed and dangerous. Don't mess with us. I have expensive jewelry and enjoy smoking.
Contributed by Camilla M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Erik Machado
50 cent had the best hooks. One of the most underrated rappers of all time.
Jomaru Joestar
He wasn't underrated back then. The beef and controversy hurt his reputation he had plenty of opportunities to squash whatever he had going on but kept going. It works when you're unknown but after that the beef gotta stop.
Danielle Saccente
50, Banks and Buck all straight up slayed their verses on the song "My Buddy"
SteelerCell2K8
I like how 50, Em and Dre picked up so many underground (at the time) hip-hop producers to lay out beats for this album.
resdalhogal3
very underrated song
LaCresha outley
Was my shitz and the beat was fire
Mario Jose
Very god man fuck off.
Mario Jose
resdalhogal3 ok
Jonny Boy
For real though..
They all killed it..... It's the Unit!
Johnny Lacine
It's just low key. All these new youngins don't know what's good