Still
Ghetto Boys Lyrics


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Scarface:
Still
Kill
Still
Kill

Willie D:
Back up in your ass with The Resurrection
Is the group harder than an erection
That shows more affection
They wanna ban us on Capitol Hill
'Cause it's die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still

Bushwick Bill:
All along it was the Geto, nothing but the Geto
Takin' short steps one foot at a time and kept my head low
And never let go, 'cause if I let go
Then I'll be spineless, I'm goin' insane

Scarface:
I think my mind just goes outta control
And judge on subjects muthafuckas read about
I touch on the shit that they be leavin' out
I seen this muthafucka's 9 smokin'
I seen the same nigga with the 9 die with his eyes open
And simply what this means is
He didn't know that every dog had his day
Until he seen his
I bet you muthafuckas will too
Because it's die muthafucka, die muthafucka still, fool

Scarface: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still, fool
Willie D: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still
Scarface: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still, fool
Willie D: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still
Scarface: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still, fool
Willie D: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still
Scarface: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still, fool
Willie D: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still

(I-I. I. I think it's something in the water man, it's-it's gotta be in the water.)

Bushwick Bill:
Aw, fuck; Chuck's on a killin' spree again
With guillotines for men
I walk around town with a frown on my face
Fuck the whole world, fixin' to catch a murder case
The murder rate

Scarface:
May increase if you're caught up in the world
While it's dyin', I guarantee you're fryin', 'cause I am
On the verge of knockin' muthafuckas out for no reason
Once I get down there'll be no breathin', it seems when
Muthafuckas wanna calm down, put his palm down
Seems I gots to lay the law down
Now it's on, pow, what you to do? I'm askin' you

Willie D:
Step to face, I'll break your ass in two, bastard you
Rather swim in some fuckin' hot tar
Before you fuck wit' Willie D, 'cause what I got for
Your ass will make ya shit your meal
'Cause it's die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas, still

Scarface: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still, fool
Willie D: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still
Scarface: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still, fool
Willie D: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still
Scarface: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still, fool
Willie D: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still
Scarface: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still, fool
Willie D: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still

(... real life.)

Scarface:
(Tell me) How many niggas brought they irons tonight? (I did)
(Tell me) How many niggas wanna ride tonight? (I do)
Pick out our victims when the time is right
We get they ass up off the corner 'cause they dyin' tonight

Willie D:
Niggas be all up in my mug
But it's a different story when them muthafuckas coughin' up blood
(When he died, looking in his eyes, glossy as he cried)
I bust another cap in his ass and he died, time is 5

Bushwick Bill:
Niggas be shootin' the gif like they for real
But when it jumps, they ain't got no murder skills
So Bill just chops 'em down, watch 'em fall
And cut they ass head to toe, jaw to jaw

Willie D:
But I'ma make your bitch ass holla
'Cause I'ma put a hole in your head
The size of a half a dolla'
(Fuck around and get your cap peeled 'cause this is)
Die muthafucka, die muthafucka (kill)

Scarface: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still, fool
Willie D: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still
Scarface: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still, fool
Willie D: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still
Scarface: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still, fool
Willie D: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still
Scarface: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still, fool
Willie D: Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still





(... we gettin' shit done, you know what I'm sayin'? Geto Boys, 1996. The year 2000 and forever. And the shit don't stop until I say it's over with, muthafucka. Know what I'm sayin'? This is Geto Boys for life.)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Ghetto Boys' song "Still" depict a violent, aggressive and nihilistic reality, where survival depends on being ruthless and taking out anyone who gets in your way. The chorus, "still kill, still kill", is repeated multiple times, emphasizing the message of violence and death that runs throughout the song. The verses each focus on a different member of the group, Scarface, Willie D, and Bushwick Bill, and provide different perspectives on the violent world they inhabit.


Scarface's verse juxtaposes his mind going "outta control" with his ability to touch on the topics that others leave out. He describes seeing someone die with their eyes open after being shot, and the message that every dog has their day. Willie D's verse is more confrontational, as he boasts about his abilities to break someone in two, and makes it clear that those who cross him will die. Bushwick Bill's verse is more introspective, as he describes taking short steps and keeping his head low to survive.


Overall, the lyrics to "Still" paint a bleak picture of a violent and dangerous world, where survival depends on being ruthless and taking out anyone who gets in your way. The song is a reflection of the harsh realities experienced by many people in their daily lives, and the message of violence and death that runs throughout the song reflects the desperation and hopelessness that can come with such a life.


Line by Line Meaning

Still
We are still here and still thriving despite attempts to silence us.


Kill
We will continue to fight and speak out, even if it means facing death.


Still
Our message and our presence remains strong and unwavering.


Kill
We will never back down or be silenced, even if it means resorting to violence.


Back up in your ass with The Resurrection
We're back and stronger than ever before.


Is the group harder than an erection
We're tough and unbeatable.


That shows more affection
Our strength and resilience is a testament to our love and passion.


They wanna ban us on Capitol Hill
Those in power try to silence our message because it challenges their beliefs.


'Cause it's die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still
We will not be silenced, and we're willing to die for what we believe in.


All along it was the Geto, nothing but the Geto
Our struggles and experiences are unique to the ghetto.


Takin' short steps one foot at a time and kept my head low
We take small, cautious steps to survive in a dangerous environment.


And never let go, 'cause if I let go / Then I'll be spineless, I'm goin' insane
We hold on to our beliefs and our identity, or we risk losing ourselves.


I think my mind just goes outta control
Our environment and experiences can have a negative impact on mental health.


And judge on subjects muthafuckas read about
We speak on real-life experiences that others may not understand.


I touch on the shit that they be leavin' out
We shed light on important issues that are often ignored.


I seen this muthafucka's 9 smokin'
I witnessed someone firing a gun.


I seen the same nigga with the 9 die with his eyes open
I saw the same person who was shooting get killed.


And simply what this means is / He didn't know that every dog had his day / Until he seen his
He didn't realize that his actions would have consequences until he faced them.


I bet you muthafuckas will too
Others will face consequences for their actions as well.


Because it's die muthafucka, die muthafucka still, fool
We will continue to fight and face consequences, even if it means death.


Aw, fuck; Chuck's on a killin' spree again / With guillotines for men
There is a violent atmosphere in the ghetto, and people resort to extreme measures.


I walk around town with a frown on my face / Fuck the whole world, fixin' to catch a murder case
Our environment has a negative effect on our mental state and sense of hopelessness.


May increase if you're caught up in the world / While it's dyin', I guarantee you're fryin', 'cause I am
If you get caught up in the violence and negativity of the ghetto, it will have a negative impact on your life.


On the verge of knockin' muthafuckas out for no reason
Our environment can make us aggressive and violent.


Once I get down there'll be no breathin', it seems when / Muthafuckas wanna calm down, put his palm down / Seems I gots to lay the law down / Now it's on, pow, what you to do? I'm askin' you
In a violent environment, there is a constant struggle for power and dominance.


Step to face, I'll break your ass in two, bastard you / Rather swim in some fuckin' hot tar / Before you fuck wit' Willie D, 'cause what I got for / Your ass will make ya shit your meal
We're not to be messed with, and the consequences for crossing us will be severe.


Niggas be all up in my mug / But it's a different story when them muthafuckas coughin' up blood
People talk tough until violence becomes real.


(When he died, looking in his eyes, glossy as he cried) / I bust another cap in his ass and he died, time is 5
We act violently because we are desensitized to death and suffering.


Niggas be shootin' the gif like they for real / But when it jumps, they ain't got no murder skills / So Bill just chops 'em down, watch 'em fall / And cut they ass head to toe, jaw to jaw
People act tough until they're put in a violent situation and lack the necessary skills.


But I'ma make your bitch ass holla / 'Cause I'ma put a hole in your head / The size of a half a dolla' / (Fuck around and get your cap peeled 'cause this is) / Die muthafucka, die muthafucka (kill)
We will not hesitate to use violence to defend ourselves and our beliefs.


Die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still, fool
We will continue to fight and face consequences, even if it means death.




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