The Infamous Mobb are true affiliates of the Duo Mobb Deep where they are true residents of the Queensbridge housing projects to this day. The term infamous mobb refers to the entire Mobb where the trio are the infamous branch hence the name.
Take It Back
Infamous Mobb Lyrics
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See my paps, the nigga had to be a rolling stone
Whereever he laid his head, had to be his home
Cause by time I was three he was gone
I had to move on stay strong for my moms
We moved to the block 1976
About that time I was three, a little kid
Came from BedStuy but I rep Queensbridge
Seein' Marley Marl, Hot Day, DJ Twinz
Had a joint jump when the record start to spin
MC Shan, R-Kim, Flash and Biz
Coldless n' Tragedy n' Superkid was my shit
I couldn't count all the drugs I sold in my hand
Know all the times that I could've been dead
Shah stare blocked up and chill doin' biz
My mother never told me there'll be things like this, why?
[Hook]
Let's take it back to 8-Tracks and Cadillacs
Diamond in the back on the block selling crack
Take it back, way back, when P had a black acc
About '95 when we first started to rap in fact
Take it back, I had hoes on the tracks
See I been there and tapped my favourite joint was the mac
Click-Clack, take it back, when I was a little kid
All the hard times growing up, bit after bit
[Verse II]
As I go in deep thought about how I came up
My pops was never there on none of my birthdays
On know holidays but I loved him anyway
God bless his soul, I know how shit go
Nobody's perfect you feel me, bro?
It was just me and my brother, my mother was like my father
She told us right from wrong always stay strong
No matter the situation just have patience
Eventually you will achieve your goal
Whatever you do, be the best at it
I ran with her words and wisdom they ran at it
Topspeed mind, no success and checks
My kids and my clikk, flock the bullshit
It's money to get, rappers nowadays
They frontin like their rich, floassin' and flashin'
That shit don't impress me you feel me, dun?
[Hook]
Let's take it back to 8-Tracks and Cadillacs
Diamond in the back on the block selling crack
Take it back, way back, when P had a black acc
About '95 when we first started to rap in fact
Take it back, I had hoes on the tracks
See I been there and tapped my favourite joint was the mac
Click-Clack, take it back, when I was a little kid
All the hard times growing up, bit after bit
[Verse III: Twin Gambino]
Yo, the name in this book is called "shit never changed"
Guaranteed if you read it, you never feel the same
It was around '79 when we moved to the hood
Young ass girl with 4 kids and one in the oven
I ain't really had no fam, just my aunt and cousins
Thanks to free lunchs without that a nigga be buggin'
I remember my mother's voice, fussin' and cussin'
On the welfareline collecting them stamps
And thanks to the hood, they made me who I am
A hustler, know how to get what I need
Make sure I'm good with somewhere to sleep
Since a little kid times been tough
Pumpin' cracks at 12 times been rough
Hoes in my shoes, who gives a fuck?
One thing on my mind is making those bucks
Slit, get clapped up and press your luck, what?
[Hook]
Let's take it back to 8-Tracks and Cadillacs
Diamond in the back on the block selling crack
Take it back, way back, when P had a black acc
About '95 when we first started to rap in fact
Take it back, I had hoes on the tracks
See I been there and tapped my favourite joint was the mac
Click-Clack, take it back, when I was a little kid
All the hard times growing up, bit after bit
In Infamous Mobb's song "Take It Back," the first verse begins with the rapper reflecting on his childhood and his absentee father, who was a "rolling stone." He describes how he had to grow up quickly and be strong for his mother after his dad left. He then acknowledges the block and year he moved in - 1976 - and how he represents Queensbridge, despite originally being from BedStuy. He reminisces about the music legends he grew up listening to, such as Marley Marl and DJ Twinz, and how their songs would jump when the record started to spin. He also pays homage to his favorite rap groups at the time: Coldless n' Tragedy n' Superkid, MC Shan, R-Kim, Flash and Biz. The verse ends with the rapper acknowledging and reflecting on the violence and drug-dealing he was involved in while growing up.
The hook of the song encourages the listener to go back in time to the era of 8-tracks and Cadillacs, where the rappers mention selling crack on the block. They reminisce about when they first started to rap in 1995, and the hard times they encountered growing up. The second verse begins with the rapper acknowledging how he had to grow up without his father, but how he still loved him regardless. He then acknowledges how his mother, who acted as both his mother and father figure, was instrumental in teaching him important life lessons. He reflects how important patience and perseverance are in achieving success, and that people should strive always to be the best at what they do. The verse ends with the rapper lamenting how rappers today often fake wealth and riches for show.
The last verse is performed by Twin Gambino. He reflects on growing up in poverty and moving to the hood with his mother, who was pregnant at the time. He reflects on his struggles growing up without much family or resources, but how he managed to adapt and become a hustler at an early age. He talks about selling drugs at age 12 and how he always had to hustle to get by. The verse ends with Gambino warning others that if they mess with him, they’re taking a risk.
Line by Line Meaning
See my paps, the nigga had to be a rolling stone
My father was never around and had a tendency to move around a lot.
Wherever he laid his head, had to be his home
My father never settled down and was constantly on the move.
Cause by time I was three he was gone
By the time I was three years old, my father had left for good.
I had to move on stay strong for my moms
I had to be strong for my mother and become the man of the house.
We moved to the block 1976
We moved to a new neighborhood in 1976.
About that time I was three, a little kid
Around the time we moved to the new neighborhood, I was just a young child.
Came from BedStuy but I rep Queensbridge
Although I came from BedStuy, I represent and am proud of Queensbridge.
Riverpark ??? made the kid what I is
Growing up in Riverpark shaped me into the person I am today.
Seein' Marley Marl, Hot Day, DJ Twinz
I looked up to Marley Marl, Hot Day, and DJ Twinz as successful musicians.
Had a joint jump when the record start to spin
The music these DJs played always livened up a party.
MC Shan, R-Kim, Flash and Biz
I listened to and admired MC Shan, R-Kim, Grandmaster Flash, and Biz Markie.
Coldless n' Tragedy n' Superkid was my shit
I was a big fan of Coldless, Tragedy, and Superkid and their music.
I couldn't count all the drugs I sold in my hand
I sold so many drugs in my life that I couldn't even begin to count it all.
Know all the times that I could've been dead
There were many instances where I put myself in danger through my actions.
Shah stare blocked up and chill doin' biz
Despite the challenges I faced, I remained calm and collected while conducting business in the Shah stare area.
My mother never told me there'll be things like this, why?
My mother didn't prepare me for the tough life I would face, leaving me wondering why things played out the way they did.
Let's take it back to 8-Tracks and Cadillacs
Let's go back to a simpler time when things were less complicated.
Diamond in the back on the block selling crack
I remember selling drugs on the streets, often in a pimped-out car.
Take it back, way back, when P had a black acc
I remember a time when I had a black account and things were good financially.
About '95 when we first started to rap in fact
In 1995, we were just beginning our musical journey and career in rap.
I had hoes on the tracks
I was a pimp and had women working for me as prostitutes.
See I been there and tapped my favourite joint was the mac
I have had a lot of experiences in life and my favorite drug was cocaine.
Click-Clack, take it back, when I was a little kid
I remember when I was young and things were simpler and less complicated.
All the hard times growing up, bit after bit
Growing up was tough for me and I had to work hard to get through it all.
My pops was never there on none of my birthdays
My father never showed up for any of my birthdays or special events.
On know holidays but I loved him anyway
Even though my father was absent on holidays, I still loved him.
God bless his soul, I know how shit go
Even though my father was absent and things were tough, I still wish him well and understand life can be hard.
Nobody's perfect you feel me, bro?
Nobody is perfect and everyone has their flaws and struggles.
It was just me and my brother, my mother was like my father
Growing up, it was just me and my brother and our mother who took on the role of a father figure.
She told us right from wrong always stay strong
My mother always taught us to do the right thing and to be strong in the face of adversity.
No matter the situation just have patience
My mother's advice was to always be patient and wait for things to work out in the end.
Eventually you will achieve your goal
If you work hard and stay focused, you will eventually reach your goals.
Whatever you do, be the best at it
Always strive to be the best at whatever you do in life.
I ran with her words and wisdom they ran at it
I took my mother's advice to heart and ran with it, using her words of wisdom to guide me in life.
Topspeed mind, no success and checks
Despite my fast-paced mentality and drive, I didn't always achieve success and financial stability.
My kids and my clikk, flock the bullshit
My children and my group of friends are the most important things to me and I ignore any negativity.
It's money to get, rappers nowadays
In today's music industry, success is often measured by money and wealth.
They frontin like their rich, floassin' and flashin'
Many rappers today pretend to be wealthy and show off their money and possessions.
That shit don't impress me you feel me, dun?
I am not impressed by material possessions and understand that true success is achieved through hard work and dedication.
Guaranteed if you read it, you never feel the same
If you read my story and hear about my struggles, you will be moved and inspired.
It was around '79 when we moved to the hood
We moved to a new neighborhood around 1979.
Young ass girl with 4 kids and one in the oven
My mother was a young woman with four children and one more on the way.
I ain't really had no fam, just my aunt and cousins
Besides my mother and siblings, I didn't have much family around me.
Thanks to free lunches, without that a nigga be buggin'
Free lunches at school were a lifesaver for me and my family, keeping us fed and nourished.
I remember my mother's voice, fussin' and cussin'
I remember my mother's voice, always criticizing and scolding us.
On the welfareline collecting them stamps
We relied on government assistance and welfare to get by.
And thanks to the hood, they made me who I am
Growing up in the tough environment of the hood shaped me and my personality.
A hustler, know how to get what I need
I've learned how to be resourceful and get what I need to survive.
Make sure I'm good with somewhere to sleep
One of my biggest priorities is to always have a place to sleep and a roof over my head.
Since a little kid times been tough
I've faced challenging situations and obstacles since I was a young child.
Pumpin' cracks at 12 times been rough
I was selling drugs at the young age of 12 and things were tough.
Hoes in my shoes, who gives a fuck?
I didn't care about anything but making money and selling drugs, even if it meant exploiting women.
One thing on my mind is making those bucks
Money was always on my mind and my main motivator in life.
Slit, get clapped up and press your luck, what?
You had to be careful and on guard at all times, because things could turn violent at any moment.
Contributed by Eva C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Felix Felix
This is so deep, the beat is just amazing.
Baltimore Z-Wad
One of many IM3 classics, shame they didn't get the recognition they deserved, cause all their albums are fucking on point with alot of classic songs
lil cadaver
2019 still bumping this classic
Dacic Fesa
Near 2022.
JuanCarlos Negron
2021 😁
jeremyalaniz
timeless
Mic Addict
YESSIR!
Felix Felix
Def one of the best songs by infamous.
Raúl Fernando Poblete Rauque
I love this track!!!!! DOPEEE!
Young Papi-Yo
The whole album is dope but this one right here was probably my favorite! Dats Peace