Heltah Skeltah first appeared on Smif-N-Wessun's album Dah Shinin' in 1995, appearing on the tracks "Wontime (LP Version)", "Cession at da Doghillee (LP Version)" and "Let's Git It On". Later in 1995, they grouped up with fellow Boot Camp members O.G.C. to form The Fab 5 (another nod to The Beatles), and released a surprise hit single, "Leflaur Leflah Eshkoshka". Out of The Fab 5 members, Rock and Ruck received the most amount of attention, due to their notable charisma and chemistry. The duo released their anticipated debut Nocturnal in June 1996, which included "Leflah", as well as the singles "Operation Lock Down" and "Therapy". The album sold over 250,000 copies in the United States, and has become a classic in the underground hip hop scene because of its grimy, basement sound and strong lyrics.
The duo released a group album with the Boot Camp Clik in 1997, then followed in 1998 with their second effort Magnum Force. The album's lead single, "I Ain't Havin' That" (sampled from the A Tribe Called Quest track "Hot Sex"), became a Hot 100 hit. Despite the single's success, most critics slammed the album due to its lighter content. Ruck and Rock seemed disillusioned with their lack of sales, and split in 2000. Rock began having problems with Duck Down Records, and split with the label, signing to DJ Lethal's Lethal Records. He planned to release an album titled Planet Rock, but the label folded and the album disappeared. Sean Price stuck with the Boot Camp for their second group effort The Chosen Few in 2002.
Heltah Skeltah reunited in 2005, making appearances on Sean Price's solo album Monkey Barz and Smif-N-Wessun's Reloaded album. The duo continued work with the Boot Camp for their third group effort The Last Stand, released in July 2006. According to both members, they are also currently working on another Heltah Skeltah album, tentatively titled D.I.R.T., an acronym for Da Incredible Rap Team. Rock is also planning to release his solo debut, tentatively titled Monstah Music, sometime in 2007. In 2007, Heltah Skeltah will appear on Chinga Chang Records March 5th Release The "Official Joints" compilation, a collection of previously unreleased songs by NYC rappers.
That's Incredible
Heltah Skeltah Lyrics
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It's about that time, you don't know, boy?
Nigga, it's 3:57 time, almost four
You can holler about all your beef, til ya throat goes sore
But if you don't know Heltah Skeltah, you don't know war
You don't know Alcatraz, and you don't know Sean
And you couldn't know ya days is numbered, you almost gone
So go on, getting your Joe Schmo on, moron
Niggas is fake, your teams faker, scared to rep without ya
And they spit at ya car scared, trying to jet without ya
That ain't a throwback, your jersey just old, black
Yo, that shit is throw back
You sucka niggas, ain't gon' stunt on G, dog
Ya'll lucky you ain't oppression
Know I got my gun on me, murder at the mothery
Cross my heart, hoping you dying
One shot, your whole head red, you Conan O'Brien, bitch
[Chorus: Rock w/ Sean Price ad-libs]
We incredible...
We done shit you never do...
We incredible...
We too many steps ahead of you...
[Sean Price:]
Alotta muthafuckas get in the booth
Start talking bout shit that they shouldn't like snitching is cute
These rap niggas get on my nerve
I'm bout to slap niggas up, Rock, give me the word (get 'em!)
I'm straight wild and I like drugs
Wanna battle? 8 Mile or the Fight Club
I'm type bugged, need S.S.I.
Marijuana, Hennessey, duke, I guess I'm high, listen
I will Rick James your hoe and go broke in the city
Me, my wife, your bitch sniffing coke on the titty
Listen, we back in the building
Fuck rap, got a, package of crack for your children
Take it back when I was rapping in Tilden, trying to get us a deal
It's on, now, muthafucka, it's real
It's Sean, now, duke, the Ruck is still my nickname
Heltah Skeltah, bitch, ain't shit change
[Chorus: Rock w/ Sean Price ad-libs]
We incredible...
We done shit you never do...
We incredible...
We too many steps ahead of you...
[Rock:]
You niggas can never, never ever, hang, don't try now
Dog, you barely there like men in fresh eyebrows
So pipe down or die now, I ain't battling
Fuck rapping, bring 'em to Sachmen, let gats embarass 'em
[Sean Price:]
You can catch me on Bristol and Blake, ripping the eight
Selling blow, smoking 'dro, if the feeling is great
To all my animal lovers, you feeling this ape?
Cop the album, start feeling the tape
[Rock:]
Just in case, I'm renaming both of my hands Laxative and Colonic
They ah, smack shit out any nigga who want it
My guns rock and roll but only with 'ink you bust'
You left 'stained' in a 'puddle of mud', cause you think you tough, I'm a
Monster
[Sean Price:]
Yo, unleash the piece, and spank you, boy
Bong, release the Beast, I'm Hank McCoy
Used to take 'x man', and show no hoes love
Now I let the skit blam at them so called thugs
[Chorus: Rock w/ Sean Price ad-libs]
We incredible...
We done shit you never do...
We incredible...
We too many steps ahead of you...
The lyrics to Heltah Skeltah's song "That's Incredible" showcase the duo's signature aggressive style and boastful lyrics. The first verse, delivered by Rock, sets the tone for the song as he declares that if listeners aren't familiar with Heltah Skeltah, they don't know war. He emphasizes that they are the real deal while others are fake and afraid to represent without their teams. Rock warns that he's armed and dangerous, and he's not afraid to use his gun. The chorus repeats the hook - "We incredible, we done shit you never do" - as a way to further emphasize their superiority over other rappers.
In the second verse, Sean Price joins in with his own brand of aggressive lyrics. He's fed up with other rappers who talk about things they shouldn't, calling out their behavior as snitching. He describes himself as wild and drug-loving, with a nod to his beloved marijuana and Hennessey. He boasts about his rap skills and his nickname "Ruck," and declares that Heltah Skeltah is here to stay.
The song's final verse is a back-and-forth between Rock and Sean Price, with each rapper taking turns to boast about their skills and their willingness to take on anyone who tries to challenge them. They remind listeners that they are truly incredible and leave no doubt that they are steps ahead of their competition.
Overall, "That's Incredible" is a brash display of Heltah Skeltah's confidence and skill. It showcases their unique brand of hardcore rap, characterized by aggressive lyrics and heavy beats.
Line by Line Meaning
It's about that time, you don't know, boy?
Do you realize what time it is? You seem ignorant.
Nigga, it's 3:57 time, almost four
It's almost 4 AM, so late night, early morning.
You can holler about all your beef, til ya throat goes sore
You can argue about your problems all you want until your throat hurts, but it won't change them.
But if you don't know Heltah Skeltah, you don't know war
If you're not familiar with Heltah Skeltah, you're clueless about the battles we've been through.
You don't know Alcatraz, and you don't know Sean
You don't know about Alcatraz and Sean Price, and that makes you uninformed.
And you couldn't know ya days is numbered, you almost gone
You're not aware that your time is limited; you're almost out of time.
So go on, getting your Joe Schmo on, moron
Continue being average, normal, mundane person. You idiot.
And get your Flow Joe on, be gone
Keep rapping like Joe, and leave us alone.
Niggas is fake, your teams faker, scared to rep without ya
People are fake, and your team is even faker. They're afraid to represent without you.
And they spit at ya car scared, trying to jet without ya
They even spit at your car and then run away.
That ain't a throwback, your jersey just old, black
Your jersey isn't retro; it's just old and black, so no need to show it off.
Yo, that shit is throw back
That stuff is old-school, vintage.
You sucka niggas, ain't gon' stunt on G, dog
You fools can't fool me, man.
Ya'll lucky you ain't oppression
You're fortunate that you're not being oppressed or treated harshly.
Know I got my gun on me, murder at the mothery
I always carry my firearm; I'm willing to kill at all times.
Cross my heart, hoping you dying
I swear to God, I hope you'll die.
One shot, your whole head red, you Conan O'Brien, bitch
One bullet can make your head explode and make it red like Conan O'Brien's hair. You punk.
We done shit you never do...
We've achieved incredible things that you could never accomplish.
We too many steps ahead of you...
We're way ahead of you in terms of skill, success, and experience.
Alotta muthafuckas get in the booth
A lot of people get in the recording booth.
Start talking bout shit that they shouldn't like snitching is cute
They start discussing things that they shouldn't, like ratting out is fun.
These rap niggas get on my nerve
These rappers annoy me a lot.
I'm bout to slap niggas up, Rock, give me the word (get 'em!)
I'm close to hitting someone. Direct me with permission, Rock.
I'm straight wild and I like drugs
I'm really crazy, and I enjoy taking drugs.
Cop the album, start feeling the tape
Buy our recording and enjoy listening to it.
Just in case, I'm renaming both of my hands Laxative and Colonic
As a precautionary measure, I'm renaming my hands Laxative and Colonic.
They ah, smack shit out any nigga who want it
They hit opponents hard without warning.
My guns rock and roll but only with 'ink you bust'
My guns are like rock and roll, but they only fire when you shoot.
You left 'stained' in a 'puddle of mud', cause you think you tough, I'm a
You end up bloody on the ground cause you thought you were powerful. I, on the other hand, am a monster.
Used to take 'x man', and show no hoes love
I used to be taken advantage of by women and didn't receive any love back.
Now I let the skit blam at them so called thugs
Now, I shoot back at fake gangsters without hesitation.
Contributed by Jordan F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
re707
A dope album that was completely slept on
frank233345
Now THIS should be the official theme for Goldust & Stardust.
ljguthridge
I am whiter than rice but this is true rap/hip hop. I have been listening to Heltah Skeltah and bcc for 15 years
ljguthridge
Do Cat thank you
Do Cat
Appreciation for the truth isn't designated to a color.
Young-M
Me too, this is the real shit
James Robert
yo they really went off golddust entrance music. rip Sean Price
MciranDV8
Now I wanna hear em flip the No Chance In Hell song and end it with YOURRRRRRRRRRRRR!!!! FIRRRRRRRED!!!!
zsyutube
Goooooooood!!!!!I like this song!!!!!!!!That's incredible!!!!!!! Heltah & Skeltah ( Rock & Ruck).. For life...!!!!!!!...Innncredibllllee
Marcus DV
Fucking π₯π₯ this track is. Whole cd is. Love for old school rappers to smash these clowns that we call rappers nowadays.