In late 1994, MC Serch (of 3rd Bass fame) took his protégé Sabac Red and teamed him up with DJ Eclipse and Ill Bill, thereby creating the group known as Non Phixion. Within six months Goretex, a childhood friend of Ill Bill, had joined the crew after freestyling for MC Serch. MC Serch did not appear in Non Phixions first album "The Future Is Now". Non Phixion made two studio albums and a promotional tape named "The Past, The Present And The Future Is Now" that was released before their first album "The Future Is Now", all Non Phixion's work is highly regarded in the underground hip hop scene. Ill Bills brother Necro produced a lot of material for Non Phixion, including most of "The Past, The Present And The Future Is Now" and several other tracks from "The Green CD" and "The Future Is Now".
Circle of Tyrants was an underground hip hop group consisting of Necro, Ill BIll, Mr Hyde and Goretex. The group only released one album, named "The Circle of Tyrants" which was released in 2005 under Necro's Psycho-Logical-Records. Necro produced all tracks on this album. Though only releasing one album, these four members often collaborated at the same time on the members solo albums.
Founded in late 2005 with no intention to record an album, La Coka Nostra was more a loose collective of artists connected through Danny Boy than a group. Having taken time off from rap after the break-up of House of Pain, Danny Boy took to working in video production and fashion as well as mentoring other artists. He met Slaine in Boston and, impressed with his writing, brought him to L.A. to record some tracks. Eventually it turned into more of a group effort including the former members of House of Pain and Ill Bill, it was announced that Everlast would be leaving La Coka Nostra due to his daughter's medical issues.
Heavy Metal Kings is a group featuring veteran rappers Ill Bill (Non Phixion/La Coka Nostra) and Vinnie Paz (Jedi Mind Tricks/Army of the Pharaohs). In 2006, Ill Bill was featured on the single "Heavy Metal Kings" by hip hop duo Jedi Mind Tricks, released through Babygrande Records.
Ill Bill and Vinnie Paz have since combined forces to form a group of the same name, "Heavy Metal Kings," and record a full self-titled album to be released April 5, 2011 through Enemy Soil/Uncle Howie.
Heavy Metal Kings 2 was officially confirmed and recording in 2013. It was announced that the album would be in stores in 2014 however as of March 2015 has yet to be released.
Heavy Metal Kings VS DJ Muggs was posted to be in the works by an associated producer on 2011, to this date this album has had no more updates or information released. It is not known if this album is still in the works.
I'm From Brooklyn
Ill Bill Lyrics
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Brooklyn be billions and billions, I be Brooklyn Bill
It was Brooklyn where my uncle got hooked on krillz
A billion warped thoughts travel through the grime in his mind
A billion wars fought between crime designed in the devine
A billion seconds ago, it was nineteen fifty-nine
A billion minutes ago, Jesus Christ was alive
A billion dollars, the definition what cocaine is
This be a Brooklyn thing where Kings stampede
We got hundreds of greedy geniuses that get that cream
Acopolco Gold grab dutches at the bodega
Stuntin' in stashed Air Maxes, those are my most favourite
We met fanphibian, fucked up, I need lithium
Sabotage my life with northern lights and pifium
I been the illest William since Billy D.
Sold Colt 45 of TV, it's really me, Billy Brooklyn
(Chorus X 3)
This is Brooklyn
Br-br-br-br-br-Brooklyn
I'm from BBr-br-br-br-br-Brooklyn
Br-br-br-br-br-Brooklyn
(Verse 2: Brooklyn Academy)
Yeah, you love the way I'm a burrough sound chopped up
Fuck around, that's exactly how you found, chopped up
In ? Canal with a sock in your mouth inside a hefty bag
Looking like Oscar the Grouch
No future, It's Apocalypse Now
You get blasted off, rocketship stlye
Brooklyn bad, the beautiful, the bomb
Its musical charm and I ain't talking Louie Vatton
I'm talking Tim boots, baseball caps, and facemasks
Polo patches, skully caps, and nap sacks
Fat sacks of weed, half black and Japanese
Drug pushers turning cats to catastrophe
It ain't the movies, you ain't gonna believe
Outsiders try to enter but they ain't gonna leave
(Chorus)
(Verse 3: Brooklyn Academy)
I learned how to survive on the crossroads of a street and an avenue
Where kids brawl over stick ball and use a bat for beating you black and blue
Little bastards that would laugh at you if you were sweeter than passion fruit
Until your heart hardens on the streets with the Brooklyn attitude
And we would rumble like the Jets and the Sharks
But on Friday the spics and white chicks had sex in the park
And we didn't give a fuck from which section you are
But if you gonna step to somebody, you step with some heart
When we travel from Longbow to Marcey, from Partsworth to Canarsie
The strong and thorough made a name like John Turtturo
Our block was born so you'd lock your doors of fear of knocks
The birthplace of Tupac Shakur
This is Brooklyn, the shots ? like poker face
Carve your skin like a Jack-o-lantern and crack jokes like Adam Sandler
Commit a crime with an open case, robbing armoured cars
With the warrant squad chasing you in the dark through Plasswood park
(Chorus)
(Verse 4: Brooklyn Academy)
The Dodger's first home where I bought my first phone
I had my first ? , where I broke my first bone
Flipped my first nick, where I got my first girlfriend to suck her first dick
Where I ate Section 8, where I took my first shit
Where I had my first fight, where I joined my first gang
Where I first broke night, hold tight, it's where I dropped my first shroom
Where I took my first bump, where I heard my first tune thump
Out Jamel's first Maxima trunk, after that, matter fact
Actual fact, it's where I first landed a track in the lab with the AK
The land that I rep go like ?
I fight for it like a Palestenian with a stone
B-R double O-K Corral where the illest MC could come spit a loser's morale
The most popular burrough where everyone wants to stay
My home, our zone, all hail BK
(Chorus)
In the song "I'm From Brooklyn," Ill Bill pays homage to his hometown of Brooklyn, New York. He begins by asserting that he is "Brooklyn Bill," implying that his identity is closely tied to the borough. He reminisces about his memories growing up there, including his uncle's addiction to "krillz" (in reference to crack cocaine), and reflects on the dark side of being raised in an environment where crime is rampant. He explains that there are billions of "warped thoughts" that run through a person's mind in Brooklyn, leading to criminal behavior that is almost "divine" in its complexity.
The song then transitions to a group rap by Brooklyn Academy, which further establishes the borough as a place of beauty and danger. They describe a Brooklyn that is defined by drug dealing, violence, and racial tension, but also characterized by a unique sense of style and individuality. The group celebrates the toughness and resilience of people who grow up in Brooklyn, saying that they learn to survive on the streets from a young age. They also pay tribute to famous Brooklyn natives like Tupac Shakur and John Turturro, highlighting the cultural significance of the borough.
Overall, "I'm From Brooklyn" is a love letter to a place that is both beloved and feared. Ill Bill and Brooklyn Academy paint a vivid picture of a borough that is simultaneously gritty and glamorous, dangerous and exciting, and define themselves by their childhood experiences growing up there.
Line by Line Meaning
Brooklyn be billions and billions, I be Brooklyn Bill
Brooklyn is vast and significant, and I'm proud to be a part of it as Brooklyn Bill
It was Brooklyn where my uncle got hooked on krillz
My Uncle got addicted to cocaine in Brooklyn, where drugs are easily accessible
A billion warped thoughts travel through the grime in his mind
My Uncle's mind is consumed by twisted and chaotic thoughts
A billion wars fought between crime designed in the divine
There is a constant struggle between opposing criminal organizations that seem to be part of a greater plan
A billion seconds ago, it was nineteen fifty-nine
Fifty-nine years ago, time seemed insignificant, but now it feels like an eternity
A billion minutes ago, Jesus Christ was alive
Jesus lived a long time ago, and it seems like an unfathomable amount of time
A billion hours ago, we were living in the stone ages
An incomprehensible amount of time has passed since we were living in primitive times
A billion dollars, the definition what cocaine is
A billion dollars in profit is what cocaine represents, making it a significant part of Brooklyn's underground economy
This be a Brooklyn thing where Kings stampede
In Brooklyn, those who rise to power control others with their strength and ruthlessness
We got hundreds of greedy geniuses that get that cream
Brooklyn is filled with intelligent and selfish individuals who will do whatever it takes to make money
Acopolco Gold grab dutches at the bodega
Getting high-quality marijuana and cigars from the local store in Brooklyn is a common occurrence
Stuntin' in stashed Air Maxes, those are my most favorite
Showing off my hidden collection of Air Max sneakers is something that I enjoy the most
We met fanphibian, fucked up, I need lithium
After partying with someone named 'Fanphibian,' who is clearly out of their mind, I need medication to calm down
Sabotage my life with northern lights and pifium
Getting high on marijuana and other drugs has caused me to make poor life choices
I been the illest William since Billy D
I'm the coolest person named William since Billy Dee Williams
Sold Colt 45 of TV, it's really me, Billy Brooklyn
I've sold so many Colt 45 malt liquors that I've become known as 'Billy Brooklyn' on the TV commercial
Yeah, you love the way I'm a burrough sound chopped up
People enjoy the way I present myself as a Brooklyn native in my music
Fuck around, that's exactly how you found, chopped up
If you mess with the wrong people in Brooklyn, you could easily end up brutally murdered and cut into pieces
In ? Canal with a sock in your mouth inside a hefty bag
Your body could end up in a canal, stuffed inside a bag with a sock forced into your mouth
Looking like Oscar the Grouch
Your body will be so beaten and disfigured that you'll resemble the character Oscar the Grouch
No future, It's Apocalypse Now
The future of Brooklyn looks bleak, and it feels like we're living in a post-apocalyptic world
You get blasted off, rocketship stlye
People in Brooklyn tend to smoke marijuana excessively, and it feels like they're flying high in a rocket ship
Brooklyn bad, the beautiful, the bomb
Brooklyn is a dangerous but delightful place to be
Its musical charm, and I ain't talking Louie Vatton
Brooklyn's music scene is a significant part of its charm, and it's not like a luxury brand like Louis Vuitton
I'm talking Tim boots, baseball caps, and facemasks
The fashion in Brooklyn revolves around Tim boots, baseball caps, and face masks to hide one's identity
Polo patches, skully caps, and nap sacks
Other common fashion items in Brooklyn are Polo patches, skully caps, and nap sacks
Fat sacks of weed, half black and Japanese
High-quality marijuana is frequently sold in Brooklyn, and it's common to see people who are half-black and half-Japanese
Drug pushers turning cats to catastrophe
Drug dealers in Brooklyn ruin people's lives and turn them into broken individuals
It ain't the movies, you ain't gonna believe
Brooklyn's reality is far more brutal than anything you could see in a movie
Outsiders try to enter but they ain't gonna leave
People who don't belong in Brooklyn often end up getting hurt or worse if they try to enter the borough without permission
I learned how to survive on the crossroads of a street and an avenue
I've learned how to stay alive by navigating the dangerous streets and intersections in Brooklyn
Where kids brawl over stick ball and use a bat for beating you black and blue
Children in Brooklyn settle their disputes by fighting each other while using a baseball bat as a weapon
Little bastards that would laugh at you if you were sweeter than passion fruit
Kids in Brooklyn are ruthless and will make fun of anyone who is perceived as weak or soft
Until your heart hardens on the streets with the Brooklyn attitude
Growing up in Brooklyn will make you become tough and unemotional so that you can survive in the harsh environment
And we would rumble like the Jets and the Sharks
Fights in Brooklyn often feel like gang wars straight out of the movie West Side Story
But on Friday the spics and white chicks had sex in the park
Even though there is a lot of violence in Brooklyn, people still find time for love and intimate relationships
And we didn't give a fuck from which section you are
In Brooklyn, your neighborhood or background doesn't matter when it comes to fighting or defending yourself
But if you gonna step to somebody, you step with some heart
If you're going to start a fight with someone in Brooklyn, you better come at them with everything you've got
When we travel from Longbow to Marcey, from Partsworth to Canarsie
Traveling across Brooklyn to any neighborhood could be dangerous, but it's just a part of everyday life
The strong and thorough made a name like John Turtturo
Those who are powerful and influential in Brooklyn are highly respected and famous, similar to actor John Turtturo who is from Brooklyn
Our block was born so you'd lock your doors of fear of knocks
The neighborhood where I lived was so tough that people would lock their doors out of fear of getting robbed or killed
The birthplace of Tupac Shakur
Tupac Shakur, a famous rapper, was born and raised in Brooklyn, which is a point of pride for many residents
The shots ? like poker face
It's dangerous to be out at night in Brooklyn due to the risk of getting shot, but people try to look unafraid of danger like in poker
Carve your skin like a Jack-o-lantern and crack jokes like Adam Sandler
People in Brooklyn could be simultaneously ruthless and humorous, cracking jokes even while inflicting harm on someone
Commit a crime with an open case, robbing armored cars
People in Brooklyn will commit crimes and attract the attention of the police, but will still take on audacious crimes like robbing armored cars
With the warrant squad chasing you in the dark through Plasswood park
If you're being chased by the police in Brooklyn, you must be swift and agile enough to outrun them and avoid being caught
The Dodger's first home where I bought my first phone
The first Dodgers stadium was located in Brooklyn, and it's where I bought my first phone
I had my first ?, where I broke my first bone
I had my first sexual experience and my first major injury in Brooklyn
Flipped my first nick, where I got my first girlfriend to suck her first dick
I sold my first bag of drugs and convinced my first girlfriend to perform a sexual act in Brooklyn
Where I ate Section 8, where I took my first shit
I've eaten food purchased with government assistance and taken my first bathroom breaks in Brooklyn
Where I had my first fight, where I joined my first gang
I got into my first fight and joined a gang in Brooklyn
Where I first broke night, hold tight, it's where I dropped my first shroom
I stayed up all night for the first time and consumed psychedelic mushrooms in Brooklyn
Where I took my first bump, where I heard my first tune thump
I did cocaine for the first time and heard my first loud music in Brooklyn
Out Jamel's first Maxima trunk, after that, matter fact
I've had experiences in the back of my friend Jamel's car, and it's the truth
Actual fact, it's where I first landed a track in the lab with the AK
I produced my first music track in Brooklyn, with the use of an AKAI sampler keyboard
The land that I rep go like ?
I proudly represent Brooklyn, and I'll do whatever it takes to defend it
I fight for it like a Palestinan with a stone
I am willing to fight fiercely for Brooklyn, holding it close to me like a Palestinian defending their home with a stone
B-R double O-K Corral where the illest MC could come spit a loser's morale
Brooklyn is a place where aspiring rappers come to prove themselves and win over the crowd
The most popular burrough where everyone wants to stay
Brooklyn is a beloved and popular place to live, and everyone wants to remain there
My home, our zone, all hail BK
Brooklyn is my home, and I consider it to be our collective territory - hail to the BK
Contributed by Scarlett L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Bartosz Głowacki
Bit gniecie jak kastet...
Zaebaniy Underground
bruh-bruh-bruh-bruhklin
Andrew Kasson
Im from Wisconsin...
Daniel Cañas
Brooklyn In East L.A. now Cesar Chavez Ave.