Regulate
J.Period & Nate Dogg Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴
We regulate any stealin' of his property
We're damn good too, but you can't be any geek off the street
You gotta be handy with the steel, if you know what I mean
Earn your keep
Regulators, mount up
It was a clear black night, a clear white moon
Some skirts for the eve, so I can get some phones
Rollin' in my ride, chillin' all alone
Just hit the eastside of the L-B-C
On a mission tryna find Mr. Warren G
Seen a car full of girls, ain't no need to tweak
All you skirts know what's up with 2-1-3
So I hooks a left on 2-1 and Lewis
Some brothers shootin' dice, so I said, "Let's do this"
I jumped out the ride and said, "What's up?"
Some brothers pulled some gats, so I said, "I'm stuck"
Since these girls peepin' me I'ma glide and swerve
These hookers lookin' so hard they straight hit the curb
Onto bigger, better things than some horny tricks
I see my homie and some suckas all in his mix
I'm gettin' jacked, I'm breakin' myself
I can't believe they takin' Warren's wealth
They took my rings, they took my Rolex
I looked at the brother said, "Damn, what's next?"
They got my homie hemmed up and they all around
Can't none of them see him if they goin' straight pound for pound
They wanna come up real quick before they start to clown
I best pull out my strap and lay them busters down
They got guns to my head
I think I'm goin' down
I can't believe it's happenin' in my own town
If I had wings I would fly, let me contemplate
I glanced in the cut and I see my homie Nate
Sixteen in the clip and one in the hole
Nate Dogg is about to make some bodies turn cold
Now they droppin' and yellin', it's a tad bit late
Nate Dogg and Warren G had to regulate
I laid all them busters down, I let my gat explode
Now I'm switchin' my mind back into freak mode
If you want skirts, sit back and observe
I just left a gang of hoes over there on the curb
Now Nate got the freaks and that's a known fact
Before I got jacked I was on the same track
Back up, back up, 'cause it's on
N-A-T-E and me, the Warren to the G
Just like I thought, they were in the same spot
In need of some desperate help
But Nate Dogg and the G child
Were in need of somethin' else
One of them dames was sexy as hell
I said, "Ooh, I like your size"
She said, "My car's broke down and you seem real nice, would you let me ride?"
I got a car full of girls and it's goin' real swell
The next stop is the Eastside Motel
I'm tweakin' into a whole new era
G-funk, step to this, I dare ya
Funk on a whole new level
The rhythm is the bass and the bass is the treble (woo)
Chords, strings, we brings melody
G-funk, where rhythm is life and life is rhythm
If you know like I know
You don't wanna step to this
It's the G-funk era, funked out with a gangster twist
If you smoke like I smoke
Then you're high like everyday
And if your ass is a buster
2-1-3 will regulate
The lyrics to J.Period and Nate Dogg's song "Regulate" tell a vivid story of street life in Long Beach, California. The song begins with the introduction of the "Regulators," a group that is skilled at protecting property from thieves. They are described as needing to be proficient with weapons and earning their keep. This sets the tone for the ensuing narrative of street justice and camaraderie.
The singer, Warren G, is depicted cruising the streets of Long Beach on a quest for companionship. He encounters a group of girls and seamlessly connects through the area code "2-1-3," signifying a sense of familiarity and unity within the community. The lyrics paint a picture of cruising through the neighborhood, interacting with locals, and establishing a sense of belonging in a familiar environment.
Warren G's night takes a dark turn when he is confronted by armed individuals who threaten him and his friend. The tension escalates as the situation becomes increasingly dangerous, with Warren G and his friend facing imminent danger. However, the narrative takes a dramatic turn as Nate Dogg enters the scene with a weapon, ready to protect his friends and restore order.
Nate Dogg's arrival marks a shift in power dynamics, as he takes control of the situation and confronts the aggressors. The lyrics portray a sense of defiance and empowerment as Nate Dogg and Warren G stand their ground and assert their authority. The song builds to a climax as Nate Dogg's actions lead to a resolution, with the aggressors subdued and the singers emerging victorious.
Ultimately, "Regulate" is a tale of loyalty, resilience, and the triumph of friendship in the face of adversity. The lyrics capture the essence of street life, camaraderie, and the need to navigate through challenges with strength and determination. The blend of gritty storytelling and smooth G-funk beats creates a compelling narrative that resonates with themes of loyalty, empowerment, and resilience in the face of danger.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jerry Leiber, Mike Stoller, Nathaniel Hale, Warren Iii Griffin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@em0r0n
If you listen to this in 2024 you have awesome musical taste
@mofadavid7603
I
@Djdjdjfnnff
Damm 50 likes
@olafelsberry9271
cause its some damn good shit
@CheminisVienetas
Yeah, this is timeless, play this anyone and they'll bump their heads
@cityofdreams23
here man!
@radiclesmadicles490
R.I.P Nate dogg
R.I.P eazy-e
R.I.P Tupac
R.I.P biggie
@naoufel3490
And RIP BIG L
@xvixyx7599
@@robloxboy2296 i bet you get bullied
@knightvision666
eazy aids. Lmao.