Juelz Santana (born LaRon Louis James on February 18, 1982) is a half Afric… Read Full Bio ↴Juelz Santana (born LaRon Louis James on February 18, 1982) is a half African American and half Dominican rapper from Harlem, New York, who first became known for his "featured" status on Cam'ron's 2002 hits, "Oh Boy" and "Hey Ma".

Santana began writing rhymes at the age of 12. He was originally signed to Priority Records as one half a duo called Draft Pick. The group had several shows around New York City while together, including Amateur Night at the Apollo Theatre, where they won two weeks in a row. Some time after this, he was introduced to Cam'ron through a cousin; in 1998, he became a member of the group, The Diplomats, whose members include Cam'ron, Jim Jones, 40 Cal, J.R Writer, Hell Rell, Jha Jha, S.A.S, and Freekey Zeekey. He is now signed as a solo artist to Dipset but unlike the rest of The Diplomats, who are signed to Koch Records, Santana is currently signed to Def Jam.

He was voted #2 in the VIBE Vixen top 50 sexiest rappers behind T.I. at #1.

His first album, From Me To You was released by Roc-A-Fella Records in 2003 featuring the singles "Dipset (Santana's Town)" and "Down". It was considered a commerical failure when compared to the sucess of Cam'ron's Come Home With Me and The Diplomats' Diplomatic Immunity.

In his latest work, his second album, What The Game's Been Missing!, features the singles "There It Go! (The Whistle Song)", and "Oh Yes" as he continues his unique flow. He was featured in Chris Brown's #1 hit "Run It!" and in the remix of Mariah Carey's # 1 single "Don't Forget About Us". Santana also had the summer hit "Mic Check" which also is on "What The Game's Been Missing!"

Juelz is best known for his ability to flow without any specific rhyme scheme.

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Juelz Santana Lyrics

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Uh, Santana, let's do it
Yeah, DipSet

Man where ever I go, I hold it down
I blow it down, you see me, believe me it's (going down)
These hoes love me to death, they mumble under they breath
Lovely duets, boy, I'm (going down)
I thought Mary J. Was under my steps, nah I'm just playing

Love when ya sweat, keep singing (going down)
I'm so fucking amazin, like Jordan to the league
When he first came in, it's (going down)
I know you mad, my career's blowing up
Going up, holding up, and your's is (going down)
Slowly but surely, so coked to the shorty's
Caught by the boys, the judge says your (going down)
I had to call up my lawyer, gotta make court
And yawning, it's four in the morning, it's (going down)
I need be out by the morning
Man the police need me to be out by the morning, or nothings (going down)

Yeah, I tried to help ya, tried to warn ya
Tried to tell ya it's (going down)
But, wouldn't believe it, couldn't believe it
Look I succeeded, it's (going down)
Baby keep walking wit ya hip, I keep walking wit a limp
Yeah you talking to a pimp it's (going down)
Again, I tried to help ya, tried to warn ya
Tried to tell ya it's (going down)

Now look, I'm back stronger than ever
Money's longer than ever, longer Baretta, it's (going down)
Man we could get it on, it's whatever
The morns the better, I'm shorter, I'm better whenever it's (going down)
Got a new chick, badder than ever
Ass fatter than ever, got it together and love (going down)
No bud, no kiss, no hug
No rub, no bath, no tub, just love (going down)
Yeah, that's my kind of baby
That's my kind of lady it's (going down)
And the purse, you might find a eighty
Underneath her lip gloss, shorty keeps some lip gloss she's (going down)
And that's why I love her, that's also why I don't trust her
Think she got her a sucker, nope (going down)
Got another thing coming, not a baby but a
(?) Believe me I done it (going down)

Yeah, I tried to help ya, tried to warn ya
Tried to tell ya it's (going down)
But, wouldn't believe it, couldn't believe it
Look I succeeded, it's (going down)
Baby keep walking wit ya hip, I keep walking wit a limp
Yeah you talking to a pimp it's (going down)
Again, I tried to help ya, tried to warn ya
Tried to tell ya it's (going down)

Yeah, mama look at me now, mama look at me how
Ya beautiful child it's (going down)
Mama look up and smile, you made a beautiful child
Still shooting the pound it's (going down)
Gotta survive, maneuver through towns
Gotta drive, smooth through the town, or it's (going down)
Cops on my ass, gotta shoot through the town
Shooting the pound, I ruined it now it's (going down)
Only question is, will I get caught
Will I get cuffed, will I see court, will people see me (going down)
No they won't, man I'ma survivor
Plus I gotta lady cop that's a rider, so nothing's (going down)
You might catch me, crossing the border
Crossing the water, three ladies out and deported it's (going down)
I caught 'em swimming, north of the border
Lost in the water, caught 'em and scored 'em, now they (going down)

[Chorus]

[Outro]
Going down
Going down

Going down
Going down

Overall Meaning

Juelz Santana's song Down features an authoritative demeanor towards the listener, reflecting his self-confidence and sense of power. The opening lines reflect his self-awareness of his persona and how no matter where he goes, he can hold his own and even dominate through his musical talent. He also highlights the love and admiration he receives from female fans and how they may secretly desire him. Santana then transitions to highlighting his achievements and progress in the music industry, leaving those who doubted his success behind.

Santana mentions a new love interest who captures his attention, claiming that she is his "kind of lady." He compliments her features and how they are confident in their mutual attraction without the need for any romantic gestures beyond their physical relationship. The song shifts as Santana mentions the dangers of being a celebrity and facing legal trouble, but assuredly boasting that he will remain above the law. Santana concludes the song with the repeated chorus, emphasizing the message that he is in control, no matter what obstacles come his way.

Line by Line Meaning

Man where ever I go, I hold it down
I'm always in control wherever I am

I blow it down, you see me, believe me it's (going down)
I know how to party and have fun

These hoes love me to death, they mumble under they breath
Women are attracted to me and can't get enough

Lovely duets, boy, I'm (going down)
I'm always surrounded by beautiful women

I thought Mary J. Was under my steps, nah I'm just playing
I thought I was hearing things, but it's all good

Love when ya sweat, keep singing (going down)
I love when women have a good time with me

I'm so fucking amazin, like Jordan to the league
I'm amazing and successful, just like Michael Jordan was to the NBA

When he first came in, it's (going down)
Just like Jordan's impact on the league, I'm making a strong impact in my career

I know you mad, my career's blowing up
You're jealous that I'm gaining success and my career is on the rise

Going up, holding up, and your's is (going down)
My success is going up while yours is going down

Slowly but surely, so coked to the shorty's
I'm moving slowly and cautiously when it comes to the ladies

Caught by the boys, the judge says your (going down)
You're in trouble with the law and the judge is not on your side

I had to call up my lawyer, gotta make court
I have to get ready for court and called my lawyer for help

And yawning, it's four in the morning, it's (going down)
I'm feeling tired and worn out because it's so late

I need be out by the morning
I need to get out of jail before morning

Man the police need me to be out by the morning, or nothings (going down)
If I don't get out of jail, it's going to be bad news

Yeah, I tried to help ya, tried to warn ya
I tried to give you advice and help

Tried to tell ya it's (going down)
I warned you about your situation

But, wouldn't believe it, couldn't believe it
You didn't listen or take my advice

Look I succeeded, it's (going down)
I told you so, and now things are bad for you

Baby keep walking wit ya hip, I keep walking wit a limp
You walk confidently, while I walk with swag

Yeah you talking to a pimp it's (going down)
I'm a player and can get all the women I want

Now look, I'm back stronger than ever
I'm better and stronger than ever before

Money's longer than ever, longer Baretta, it's (going down)
I have more money and weapons than ever before, and I'm unstoppable

Man we could get it on, it's whatever
We can fight or do whatever we want

The morns the better, I'm shorter, I'm better whenever it's (going down)
I'm always ready to fight and perform at my best, especially in the morning

Got a new chick, badder than ever
I have a new girlfriend who's better than anyone before

Ass fatter than ever, got it together and love (going down)
She's got a great body and we love spending time together

No bud, no kiss, no hug
We don't need drugs, kisses or hugs to have a good time

No rub, no bath, no tub, just love (going down)
We just need love to have a good time

Yeah, that's my kind of baby
I love this girl and she's perfect for me

That's my kind of lady it's (going down)
We're having a great time together

And the purse, you might find a eighty
She keeps money in her purse

Underneath her lip gloss, shorty keeps some lip gloss she's (going down)
She's always prepared and has lip gloss on hand

And that's why I love her, that's also why I don't trust her
She's great, but I don't trust her completely

Think she got her a sucker, nope (going down)
She thinks she can fool me, but she can't

Got another thing coming, not a baby but a
She has something else coming to her, but it's not a baby

(?) Believe me I done it (going down)
I've been there and done that, I know what's up

Yeah, mama look at me now, mama look at me how
I'm successful and my mom should be proud

Ya beautiful child it's (going down)
I'm beautiful, successful and unstoppable

Mama look up and smile, you made a beautiful child
Mom should be proud of what she's accomplished with me

Still shooting the pound it's (going down)
I'm still fighting and ready to take anyone down

Gotta survive, maneuver through towns
I must survive and navigate through different neighborhoods

Gotta drive, smooth through the town, or it's (going down)
I must be careful and have a smooth ride or else something bad could happen

Cops on my ass, gotta shoot through the town
The cops are chasing me but I have to keep going

Shooting the pound, I ruined it now it's (going down)
I'm causing destruction and chaos, it's not going to end well

Only question is, will I get caught
The one question is if I'll get caught by the police

Will I get cuffed, will I see court, will people see me (going down)
Will I be arrested, taken to jail, or seen as a failure?

No they won't, man I'ma survivor
They won't see me as a failure, because I'm a survivor and I will succeed

Plus I gotta lady cop that's a rider, so nothing's (going down)
I have a female police officer on my side who's loyal and won't let anything bad happen to me

You might catch me, crossing the border
You might catch me trying to escape across the border

Crossing the water, three ladies out and deported it's (going down)
I'm taking three ladies with me and the consequences might not be good

I caught 'em swimming, north of the border
I found the ladies swimming in the water at the border

Lost in the water, caught 'em and scored 'em, now they (going down)
I caught them and now they're going to have to face the consequences

Lyrics © THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Gregory Green, Sean Thomas, LaRon Louis James

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