Game Recognize Game
Group Home Lyrics
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Yeah, uh
Group Home Zone
718 Area Code
Uh, throw your hands hand
Uh, BK's own
Straight like that, real like that
You feel me like that
{Lil Dap}
We shoot a rhyme in the ghetto, so you know what's up
For y'all punk style niggas, just shut the fuck up
East New York, rep it from the top of the town
We've been around, motherfuckers can't get down
Like Lil Dap, Jigga L, Jigga I.L.
V.A.P., motherfucker can't release in me
Blackadon, Kai-Bee, Brainsick Family
We tear our hole, watch your ass if you're a fake M.C.
So fuckin with me, is fuckin with fatality
With chronology, fallin with my enemies
So play your part, and peep my lyrical art
Comin straight from the heart, bringin light to the dark
I'm watchin the dime, nigga done lost his mind
Livin on Group Home, trying to stop my shine
Takin my cream, don't even seen those dreams
Enemy minds, I hope you peep this slang in my rhymes
Chorus (4X): Lil Dap
Uh, Recognize game, recognize game
Some cats will sabotage and try to steal your name
{Kai-Bee}
I'm affiliated with heavyweighters
And nothing but regulators
Young don, that rock gators
And cat's they just hate us
So what's the realness, I feel this listen to the fullest
Flyin god street, reckin Hennessey
Bust a bullet's at my enemy
Crashin your spots like that cat that shot JF Kennedy
Right in the nod, we comin through y'all
All over your spot....
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In Group Home's song "Game Recognize Game," Lil Dap, the artist introduces the track and talks about how the song is for people in the ghetto who understand the dynamics of the street life. He also calls out anyone who tries to disrupt their flow or step on their toes. In his verse, he mentions different members of his crew, who he refers to as family, and how they have been around for a while. He then talks about how they are better than "fake MCs" and anyone who tries to mess with them is "playing with fatality." He also warns that he is watching his enemies and how they will do anything to stop his shine.
Kai-Bee, on the other hand, starts off his verse by stating that he is associated with heavyweighters and regulators who are at the top of their game. He then talks about how his enemies hate him but he doesn't care and continues to live his life without fear. Kai-Bee also mentions how he likes to drink Hennessy and party with his crew whilst also making a reference to the assassination of JFK as he tells his enemies to watch their backs.
The song "Game Recognize Game" was from the Group Home's album "A Tear for the Ghetto," which was released in 1999. The track, which features Lil Dap and Kai-Bee, was produced by DJ Premier. DJ Premier is a famous record producer and DJ who was part of the hip-hop duo Gang Starr. He has produced hit tracks for various artists like Nas, Jay-Z, and Christina Aguilera.
Line by Line Meaning
We shoot a rhyme in the ghetto, so you know what's up
We write and perform music in the underprivileged areas, representing the struggles and issues faced by the people in those neighborhoods.
For y'all punk style niggas, just shut the fuck up
Those who don't respect the culture and history of hip-hop need to keep silent and move out of the way.
East New York, rep it from the top of the town
Our hometown, East New York, is where we come from and take pride in representing it to the fullest.
We've been around, motherfuckers can't get down
We have been in the rap game for a while, and those who try to imitate our style can't seem to get it right.
So fuckin with me, is fuckin with fatality
If someone comes after me, they'll have to deal with the consequences of their actions, potentially even their own death.
Takin my cream, don't even seen those dreams
People who steal from us, take away our opportunities to succeed and live the life we dream of.
Uh, Recognize game, recognize game
Be aware of the tactics and strategies of others, and be able to see through their actions and intentions.
Some cats will sabotage and try to steal your name
There will always be those who try to undermine and damage your reputation, or even use your identity and success for themselves.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Maratta, Jamel Malachi Felder, James Heath
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