Ice Cube is one of the founding artists of gangsta rap, and much of his musical output has contained harsh socio-political commentary. He was ranked number 8 on MTV's list of the 10 Greatest MCs of All Time, while fellow rapper Snoop Dogg ranked Ice Cube as one of the greatest MC of all time. AllMusic has called him one of hip-hop's best and most controversial artists, as well as "one of rap's greatest storytellers". In 2012, The Source ranked him number 14 on their list of the Top 50 Lyricists of All Time. In 2014, About.com ranked him number 11 on their list of the "50 Greatest MCs of All Time"
He released his solo debut album, "AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted," in 1990 to critical and commercial success, although upon its release he was accused of racism and misogyny. He has since released 1991's "Death Certificate", 1992's "The Predator", 1993's "Lethal Injection", 1998's "War & Peace Vol 1 (The War Disc)", 2000's "War & Peace Vol 2 (The Peace Disc)", 2006's "Laugh Now, Cry Later", 2008's "Raw Footage", and 2010's "I Am the West."
Ice Cube was raised in South Central by his parents, both of whom were employed at UCLA. He began writing raps while attending George Washington Preparatory High School in Westmont, California, most notably "Boyz 'N Tha Hood", which later became famous when done by N.W.A in 1986. Cube finished his schooling at William Howard Taft Charter High School in Woodland Hills, a predominately white neighborhood in San Fernando Valley, some 40 miles from the high-crime neighborhood where his family stayed.
Cube and a friend, Sir Jinx, rapped as a partnership called C.I.A. at parties hosted by Dr. Dre. After a brief stint in a group called "HBO", Cube showed Eazy-E "Boyz 'N Da Hood," and the pair, plus Dr. Dre, DJ Yella, The Arabian Prince and MC Ren, formed N.W.A.
Cube took one year off to earn a degree in architectural drafting in Phoenix in 1987 but returned in time to participate in N.W.A's debut album, Straight Outta Compton. The album attracted much notoriety for the group, from the FBI and concerned citizen and parent groups. Cube did the lead verse for the album's infamous track "Fuck tha Police."
Ice Cube left N.W.A due to financial and personality conflicts in 1989. With Da Lench Mob and the Bomb Squad (Public Enemy's producers), Cube recorded his debut album in New York City. AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted was released in 1990 and was an instantaneous hit as rap's popularity increased in mainstream society.
His 1991 follow-up, Death Certificate, was even more controversial. A few songs in the album featured Cube's hate of Uncle Sam and his politics, and a bonus track named "No Vaseline" was a diss to his former N.W.A bandmates. Also that year, he converted to the Nation of Islam. The album was re-released in 2003 with the bonus track "How to Survive in South Central," originally from the 1991 "Boyz N the Hood" soundtrack.
Controversy stirred about racist lyrics in his material: "Black Korea" (a song against Korean shopowners), referring to a former boss as "white Jew" in "No Vaseline", and songs such as "Enemy and Cave Bitch" (songs against "devils", a popular derogatory term at the time for white people). Partially to help deflect criticisms, Cube appointed a female rapper named Yo-Yo (who guested on AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted) to the head of his own record label and helped produce her debut album, Make Way for the Motherlode.
That was followed by Cube's acting breakout as the grown-up version of Darrin "Doughboy" Baker in the 1991 coming of age crime drama "Boyz in the Hood." Writer and director John Singleton, another LA native, penned the role specifically Cube. Ice Cube was later named "Most Promising Actor" at the 4th Chicago Film Critics Association Awards in 1992, beating out his co-star Cuba Gooding Jr. and newcomer Brad Pitt from "Thelma and Louise."
Cube toured on Lollapalooza in 1992 and widened his fan base. He released The Predator in November (1992) which debuted at #1 on both the pop and rnb charts, the first album in history to do so. For that album, Cube decided to load some G-funk style beats which at that time was the big thing and some remix tunes which brought a new style to Cube, in which previously he had released some hardcore and extreme work. Singles from The Predator included "Today was a Good Day" and "Check Yo Self (remix)" which all had a 2 part music video.
After The Predator, Cube's audience began to diminish. Lethal Injection (1993) was not very well-liked by critics, and Dr. Dre and the West Coast G-Funk sound was dominating hip-hop. It wasn't until later that the album became popular. Taking a break from his own albums, Cube assisted on debuts from Da Lench Mob (Guerillas in the Mist) and Kam (Neva Again). He later dueted with Dr. Dre on "Natural Born Killaz."
Around this time in 1993, Ice Cube also worked with soon-to-be-acclaimed rapper Tupac Shakur with his album Strictly 4 My N.I.G.G.A.Z. and appeared on a track with 2pac.
In 1994 Ice Cube released Bootlegs & B-Sides.
During this time, hip-hop started making a transition from the West Coast Funk Hip-Hop to a more gritty East Coast hip-hop. With Mack 10 and WC, Cube formed the Westside Connection in 1996, releasing their debut album Bow Down later that year. This album was in due to Ice Cube's theory that the East Coast lacked respect for West Coast hip-hop. Songs like "Bow Down", and "Gangstas Make The World Go 'Round" make reference to this. Sales were brisk, but it did not establish a large audience. This album was later perceived as a classic, especially on the West Coast. Cube released several more solo albums; however, he is now known more for his movies than his music.
In 1998 Ice Cube released War & Peace Vol 1: The War Disc
In 2000 Ice Cube released War & Peace Vol 2: The Peace Disc
In 2003 Ice Cube along with W.C. & Mack 10 released Terrorist Threats as the West Side Connection.
In December 2004, after a long break from recording, he reached #2 in the UK singles chart with the club favourite, "You Can Do It" (featuring Mack 10 and Ms Toi), released as a single 5 years after it was first included on movie soundtracks such as
Ice Cube was influenced by and took his name from African American pimp-turned-author Iceberg Slim, who published his autobiography Pimp in 1969. At one point, Ice Cube was scheduled to play the lead role in a movie adaptation of Pimp, but the project appears to be halted.
Cube's oldest son, O'Shea Jackson Jr., made his feature film debut in the 2015 N.W.A biopic "Straight Outta Compton," portraying his father.
Holla Atcha Boy
Ice Cube Lyrics
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See, see, you need to fuck with me you know I mean?
Yeah, you need to holla at your boy, man
Stop fuckin' with them punk niggaz, man, with that shit
That's what you get
That shit stepped on nigga, that's what you get
I got that raw, I got that, uh
Twenty-fo' seven
(Holla @ your boy)
What you need baby?
Come on with it, come on with it
(Holla @ your boy)
I got it all day, in the hallway
(Holla @ your boy)
Sick of that blow up
(Holla @ your boy)
That's what you get for fuckin' with them niggaz
Come and see me for that real O.G.
He a O-Z, I'm a whole ki
Dope as a motherfucker, son, a whole [Incomprehensible]
Bitches fiend for it, then they lean for it
It ain't cocaine, but they wanna still blow it
What you need, what you need
Hoes offer me the pink slip and the deed
Treat it just like weed
Hit the right end, then pass it to her friend
I'm a hustler, you a customer
Them other niggaz you like, straight fuckin' ya
Some of 'em lyin', most of 'em trickin'
Others are dyin', some of 'em victims
When you come from South Central LA
That shit is like dirt weed, a nigga got a headache
If you want it raw, now
Make the call now, look me up, nigga
(Holla @ your boy)
Fiendin' for that good shit
Take a look, bitch, what you need, baby
(Holla @ your boy)
I got it all day
In the hallway on Broadway
(Holla @ your boy)
Sick of that blow up
Gettin' stepped on, nigga, come on home
(Holla @ your boy)
Ice Cube, back then they used to fuck me
Now that I'm hot, these bitches still love me
'Cause I'm far from ugly
Everywhere I go, they wanna kiss and hug me
They say "Dopeman, dopeman
I got your money don't turn into Konnan"
Don't wanna see the G-hand
I am the man from here to Cleveland
Don't get mad, I get even
Try to shake the van, think you're sleepin'
Oh, my God, this nigga's leakin'
Somebody best to call the deacon
Any dose is a overdose
Leave your punk-ass dead or a comatose
And if you don't wanna listen
My shit'll crack you out like Tyrone Biggums
If you want it raw, now
Make the call now, look me up, nigga
(Holla @ your boy)
Fiendin' for that good shit
Take a look, bitch, what you need, baby
(Holla @ your boy)
I got it all day
In the hallway on Broadway
(Holla @ your boy)
Sick of that blow up
Gettin' stepped on, nigga, come on home
(Holla @ your boy)
Holla, yeah
But don't two-way a nigga
Bitch, that ain't nothin' but a transcript
Dumb bitch
(I'll holla)
Don't two-way a nigga man
(I'll holla)
Damn
If you want it raw, now
Make the call now, look me up, nigga
(Holla @ your boy)
Fiendin' for that good shit
Take a look, bitch, what you need, baby
(Holla @ your boy)
I got it all day
In the hallway on Broadway
(Holla @ your boy)
Sick of that blow up
Gettin' stepped on, nigga, come on home
(Holla @ your boy)
Twenty years
I've been servin' you fiends
For twenty years
(Holla @ your boy)
Why would you fuck with anybody else, ha?
(Holla @ your boy)
That's why you're fucked up right now, ain't it?
(Holla @ your boy)
You need to get at me
You know I got it and I know you want it
(Holla @ your boy)o
Come on, Cube, let me rap on here
I'm, I'm just tryin' to sack somethin' up
The song "Holla @ Cha' Boy" by Ice Cube is a rap song about the drug lifestyle. The lyrics begin with Ice Cube addressing his listeners, urging them to come to him for their supply of drugs instead of dealing with other dealers that sell inferior products. He boasts about having the best quality and being available twenty-four hours a day. The use of the term "boy" in the song's title and throughout the lyrics is a reference to the drug slang term for heroin, which is also known as "boy."
Ice Cube goes on to describe how drug users are addicted to his product and are willing to do anything to get it. He talks about being a successful drug dealer and mentions the risks involved, like getting caught by the authorities or being killed by other drug dealers. He also addresses the fact that he has been supplying drugs for twenty years, and how his customers keep returning to him for more.
The overall message of the song is that Ice Cube is the one to go to for the best drugs, and that he is superior to other drug dealers who sell lower quality drugs. It is a reflection of the dangerous and cutthroat world of drug dealing and the consequences of getting caught up in it.
Line by Line Meaning
I knew you niggaz would be back
I expected you to come back to me because you can't get what you need from anyone else
See, see, you need to fuck with me you know I mean?
You have to deal with me because I have what you need
Yeah, you need to holla at your boy, man
You need to reach out to me so I can provide you with what you need
Stop fuckin' with them punk niggaz, man, with that shit
You should stop dealing with those unreliable people and come to me
That's what you get
You got what you deserved because you didn't come to me
That shit stepped on nigga, that's what you get
The stuff you got from someone else is of poor quality and that's what you get for not coming to me for the high-quality stuff
I got that raw, I got that, uh
I have the superior quality product you need
Twenty-fo' seven
I am available all day and night
(Holla @ your boy)
Get in touch with me
What you need baby?
What do you want?
Come on with it, come on with it
Tell me what you want so I can provide it for you
I got it all day, in the hallway
I always have the product you need and am always available
Sick of that blow up
Tired of dealing with inferior products
That's what you get for fuckin' with them niggaz
You got what you deserved for not coming to me
Come and see me for that real O.G.
Come to me for the authentic, original product
He a O-Z, I'm a whole ki
The other guy is just an ounce, while I have a whole kilogram
Dope as a motherfucker, son, a whole [Incomprehensible]
I have the best quality product available
Bitches fiend for it, then they lean for it
Women crave my product and will do anything to get it
It ain't cocaine, but they wanna still blow it
It's not cocaine, but they still want to use it
What you need, what you need
What do you want, what do you want
Hoes offer me the pink slip and the deed
Women are willing to give me their car and house as collateral for my product
Treat it just like weed
Use my product just like you would use marijuana
Hit the right end, then pass it to her friend
After using my product, pass it along to someone else
I'm a hustler, you a customer
I sell drugs for a living, and you buy them
Them other niggaz you like, straight fuckin' ya
Those other dealers you prefer are ripping you off
Some of 'em lyin', most of 'em trickin'
Some dealers are lying and most of them are cheating you
Others are dyin', some of 'em victims
Some dealers are getting killed and others are becoming victims of the system
When you come from South Central LA
Growing up in South Central LA makes you tough
That shit is like dirt weed, a nigga got a headache
If you're not from the hood, you won't understand the poor quality of drugs there and the headaches it can cause
Ice Cube, back then they used to fuck me
Dealers used to rip me off, but now I'm in control
Now that I'm hot, these bitches still love me
Women are still attracted to me because of my success as a drug dealer
'Cause I'm far from ugly
I am good looking and successful
Everywhere I go, they wanna kiss and hug me
People are constantly showing me affection and admiration
They say 'Dopeman, dopeman
People recognize me as a drug dealer and call me by that name
I got your money don't turn into Konnan'
People are warning me to not let my greed turn me into a criminal like wrestler Konnan
Don't wanna see the G-hand
People don't want to go to war with me and see the G-units in my hands
I am the man from here to Cleveland
I am in control and have power over a large area
Don't get mad, I get even
Don't get angry with me, I will retaliate
Try to shake the van, think you're sleepin'
Even when you think I'm not watching or listening, I am, and you won't get away with anything
Oh, my God, this nigga's leakin'
I will injure or kill those who cross me
Somebody best to call the deacon
Someone needs to call for religious intervention because of the violence I cause
Any dose is a overdose
Even a small amount of my product is potent and strong
Leave your punk-ass dead or a comatose
If you mess with me or my product, you will be severely injured or killed
And if you don't wanna listen
If you ignore my warnings
My shit'll crack you out like Tyrone Biggums
My product is so addictive it will have the same effect as the character Tyrone Biggums from the Chappelle's Show
But don't two-way a nigga
Don't try to contact me through a two-way pager
Bitch, that ain't nothin' but a transcript
That's not enough, you need to call me directly
If you want it raw, now
If you want my high-quality product
Why would you fuck with anybody else, ha?
There's no reason to go to anyone else when I have what you need
That's why you're fucked up right now, ain't it?
You're in your current situation because you didn't come to me for the product you needed
You know I got it and I know you want it
You know I have what you need and I know you want it
Come on, Cube, let me rap on here
Someone else wants to contribute to this song
I'm, I'm just tryin' to sack somethin' up
I'm just trying to make some money
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JONATHAN H. SMITH, O'SHEA JACKSON, LA MARQUIS JEFFERSON, CRAIG D. LOVE
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Cubo de hielo] Sabía que ustedes niggas volverían Mira, ves, necesitas joderme, ¿no? Sí, necesitas holla a tu chico, holla Deja de joder con esos negros punk con esa mierda Eso es lo que obtienes, esa mierda pisó nigga, eso es lo que obtienes Lo tengo crudo, lo tengo, ungh [Introducción: Ice Cube] Veintisiete, hola a tu chico Lo que necesitas bebé, vamos, hola a tu chico Lo tengo todo el día, en el pasillo, hola a tu chico Harto de esa explosión, hola a tu chico [Verso 1] Eso es lo que obtienes por joder con esos negros Ven a verme por ese verdadero O.G Él es un O-Z, soy un ki completo Drogado como un hijo de puta, hijo una semilla entera Las perras lo buscan, luego se inclinan por eso No es cocaína, pero todavía quieren soplarla Lo que necesitas, lo que necesitas Las putas me ofrecen la hoja rosa y la escritura (sí, de hecho) Trátelo como hierba, golpee el extremo correcto y luego páselo a su amiga Soy un estafador, tu un cliente Los otros niggas que te gustan, malditos ya Algunos de ellos están mintiendo (sí) la mayoría de ellos engañando Otros están muriendo, algunos de ellos son víctimas Cuando vienes de South Central L.A Esa mierda es como hierba de tierra, un negro tiene dolor de cabeza (holla) [Estribillo] Si lo quieres crudo ahora, haz la llamada ahora Búscame nigga, hola a tu chico Fiendin por esa buena mierda, mira perra Lo que necesitas bebé, hola a tu chico Lo tengo todo el dia, en el pasillo En Broadway, hola a tu chico Harto de esa explosión, pisar Nigga, ven a casa, hola a tu chico [Verso 2] "Ice Cube", en ese entonces solían follarme Ahora que estoy caliente, estas perras todavía me aman Porque estoy lejos de ser feo Donde quiera que vaya, quieren besarme y abrazarme Dicen, tonto, tonto Tengo tu dinero, no te conviertas en Conan No quiero ver la mano g, perra Yo soy el hombre de aqui a cleveland No te enojes, me pongo e-van Intenta sacudir la camioneta, piensa que estás durmiendo y Oh Dios mío, este nigga se está filtrando Alguien mejor para llamar al diácono, uh-huh Cualquier dosis es una sobredosis. Deja tu culo punk muerto o comatoso Y si no quieres escuchar Mi mierda te romperá como Tyrone Bigguns Verso 3] Holla, sí Pero no seas un negro de dos vías Perra, eso no es nada más que una transcripción Perra tonta, voy a holla No seas un hombre negro de dos vías, voy a holla Maldita sea [Estribillo] [Outro] 20 años he estado sirviendo a tus amigos durante 20 años ¿Por qué joderías con alguien más, eh? Por eso estás jodido ahora mismo, ¿no es así? Tienes que llegar a mí, sabes que lo tengo y sé que lo quieres Holla a tu chico [Outro: Mike Epps] Vamos Cube déjame rapear aquí Solo estoy tratando de sacar algo
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@TheEricJust
Still goes hard
@jaywad8876
This is still the song!
@mikee9709
Keep it coming Ice cube! They can't fuck wit you! 🔥🔥🔥🔥
@coachcleats13
I wore all the letters off on my cassette tape listening to this
@jesusdelvalle5670
holla @ Cha Boy is my shyt 😎 ice cube is da man the Don in the Gangsta rap
@zacgossa5054
2023 still got it
@osofacio4696
Still banging in 2019 biaaaaatch!
@MrJamesbond207
2023 ❤
@RW-dc9kt
He was in his bag with this one it has a bay area swing to it I can see too short and e40 on this crazy.
@taterrence32
That’s what you get!