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.
Sho Nuff
Juelz Santana Lyrics
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Sho nuff, aight
Y'all niggas know
(Hook)
Am I gettin' money? (Sho nuff)
Am I the meanest? (Sho nuff)
Am I the baddest? (Sho nuff)
Bitch who got the illest mojo fo sho 'round this town? Me (Sho nuff)
Yeah I walk that walk, yeah I talk that talk
I'm from grimy ass New York (preach!)
(Verse)
My neck was only built for Cuban links
Diamond chains, the finer things, you know
My wrist was only made for APs
Rollies, what you know about Robert Debeau, ho?
Bitch I'm paid, bow when you see me, kiss my J's
Let a nigga try lift my chain
And it's by little birdie, I clip those wings
You chase chickens, I flip those things
I fucked your baby momma and I even ain't kick no game
Pockets on cheesecake all day
Strawberry niggas got shortcake
Sold many pounds, feel like I lost weight
Raw work, fiends can't keep they jaw straight
You could run, you could hide, you're not at all safe
Hope you got insurance, I be in all states
(Hook)
Am I gettin' money? (Sho nuff)
Am I the meanest? (Sho nuff)
Am I the baddest? (Sho nuff)
Am I the flyest? (Sho nuff)
Bitch who got the illest mojo fo sho 'round this town? Me (Sho nuff)
Yeah I walk that walk, yeah I talk that talk
I'm from grimy ass New York (preach!)
(Verse)
Cash rules everything around me, C.R.E.A.M.
Get the money, dollar dollar bill y'all
The 40 move everything around me, leave niggas bloody
Lot of niggas gettin' killed y'all
My clique like the Knicks in my city
Shoot a nigga down, JR Smith in my city
They claimin that they bout that, I doubt that
Get you smoked with the 40 cal loud pack
I guess this is where they fun stops
Niggas all fake, buck shots
All my bitches’ ass fat, some bust shots
And if you check with me she getting butt shots
Niggas getting weirder and weirder
Got me feelin cooler and cooler
Versace belt buckle, big medusa
I’m the past and the future
Think about it
(Hook)
Am I gettin' money? (Sho nuff)
Am I the meanest? (Sho nuff)
Am I the baddest? (Sho nuff)
Am I the flyest? (Sho nuff)
Bitch who got the illest mojo fo sho 'round this town? Me (Sho nuff)
Yeah I walk that walk, yeah I talk that talk
I'm from grimy ass New York (preach!)
(Verse)
La di da di, breand new Ferrari
Still got it on me, I can’t trust nobody
I put all for my city, you a local clown
It’s over now, I’m here, don’t call it a comeback
Fuck it, call it a comeback
And this right here is the grudge match
Mohamed Ali with the jab, these niggas throwin love taps
Guess I gotta sting niggas to get my bars back
Be do anything to get my cars back
Payback’s always a must, nigga trust that
My niggas bust, they don’t bust back
My bitches bust and I bust back
Niggas get killed in the line of fire
Dealers go broke, tryna ball like suppliers
They all goof balls
And they got fool’s gold jewels on
(Hook)
Am I gettin' money? (Sho nuff)
Am I the meanest? (Sho nuff)
Am I the baddest? (Sho nuff)
Am I the flyest? (Sho nuff)
Bitch who got the illest mojo fo sho 'round this town? Me (Sho nuff)
Yeah I walk that walk, yeah I talk that talk
I'm from grimy ass New York (preach!)
The song "Sho Nuff" by Juelz Santana is a boastful rap track that showcases the artist's confidence, wealth, and power. The hook repeats the phrase "Sho Nuff" as a response to four questions asked by the artist: "Am I gettin' money?" "Am I the meanest?" "Am I the baddest?" and "Am I the flyest?" The rapper Juelz Santana addresses his haters by declaring his dominance in the industry and the streets. The lyrics of the song also include a reference to the Wu-Tang Clan's "C.R.E.A.M.", with Juelz boasting how "cash rules everything around me." The second verse of "Sho Nuff" touches on Juelz Santana's city, New York, and how his group is like the Knicks in terms of shooting people down as JR Smith would do. This verse concludes with the artist talking about the changing landscape of rap music and how he is the past and the future.
Line by Line Meaning
Sho nuff, aight
Yes, indeed, alright
Y'all niggas know
You guys are aware
Am I gettin' money? (Sho nuff)
Am I making money? Yes, indeed
Am I the meanest? (Sho nuff)
Am I the toughest? Yes, indeed
Am I the baddest? (Sho nuff)
Am I the best? Yes, indeed
Am I the flyest? (Sho nuff)
Am I the most stylish? Yes, indeed
Bitch who got the illest mojo fo sho 'round this town? Me (Sho nuff)
Who has the best energy in this town? I do
Yeah I walk that walk, yeah I talk that talk
I can back up my words and actions
I'm from grimy ass New York (preach!)
I'm from tough New York City
My neck was only built for Cuban links
My neck was made to wear expensive Cuban link chains
Diamond chains, the finer things, you know
I own luxurious diamond chains and other high-end items
My wrist was only made for APs
My wrist was meant to wear expensive Audemars Piguet watches
Rollies, what you know about Robert Debeau, ho?
I own expensive Rolex watches like Robert Debeau, and you don't know anything about it
Bitch I'm paid, bow when you see me, kiss my J's
I have a lot of money, show me respect, and kiss the sneakers I'm wearing
Let a nigga try lift my chain
If someone tries to steal my chain
And it's by little birdie, I clip those wings
I have someone on my side who will take care of the situation violently
You chase chickens, I flip those things
You pursue small rewards, but I profit significantly by selling drugs
I fucked your baby momma and I even ain't kick no game
I slept with your ex-girlfriend and did not even have to put any effort into it
Pockets on cheesecake all day
I keep a lot of money on me
Strawberry niggas got shortcake
Your type of people are not as successful as me
Sold many pounds, feel like I lost weight
I have sold a lot of drugs and made a lot of money
Raw work, fiends can't keep they jaw straight
I sell highly potent drugs, and my customers have difficulty controlling themselves
You could run, you could hide, you're not at all safe
You cannot escape me, I will find you
Hope you got insurance, I be in all states
You better be prepared, because I can come after you anywhere
The 40 move everything around me, leave niggas bloody
My gun is powerful and can cause damage, physically hurting anyone who threatens me
Lot of niggas gettin' killed y'all
Many people are dying in my area
My clique like the Knicks in my city
My inner circle is similar to the New York Knicks basketball team in my area
Shoot a nigga down, JR Smith in my city
I have people who are willing to shoot and kill others, just like JR Smith, a player on the Knicks team
They claimin that they bout that, I doubt that
People say they are tough, but I do not believe them
Get you smoked with the 40 cal loud pack
My gun is powerful enough to kill you
Niggas all fake, buck shots
Most people around me are fake and will be shot at
All my bitches’ ass fat, some bust shots
All of my girlfriends have big butts, some of which are artificially enhanced
And if you check with me she getting butt shots
I know where to get butt enhancement injections for my friends
Niggas getting weirder and weirder
People around me are becoming more strange and unpredictable
Got me feelin cooler and cooler
I am feeling more relaxed and confident because of it
Versace belt buckle, big medusa
My belt buckle is made by Versace and has a large medusa symbol on it
I’m the past and the future
I have a strong presence in both the past and future of my community
La di da di, breand new Ferrari
I have a brand-new Ferrari
Still got it on me, I can’t trust nobody
I carry my gun with me all the time because I cannot trust anyone
I put all for my city, you a local clown
I care deeply about my community, but you are just a fool from here
It’s over now, I’m here, don’t call it a comeback
I have always been here and am not returning from anywhere
Fuck it, call it a comeback
I do not care what you call it
And this right here is the grudge match
This is the moment where the rivalry heats up
Mohamed Ali with the jab, these niggas throwin love taps
I am similar to Muhammad Ali, and my enemies' hits feel weak compared to mine
Guess I gotta sting niggas to get my bars back
I need to prove my rapping ability again by hurting my competition
Be do anything to get my cars back
I will do anything to protect and acquire my cars
Payback’s always a must, nigga trust that
Revenge is always necessary, so you should believe me
My niggas bust, they don’t bust back
My friends are unafraid to shoot, and they will not be shot at
My bitches bust and I bust back
My girlfriends have large breasts and I pay for their enhancements
Niggas get killed in the line of fire
People die while fighting against me
Dealers go broke, tryna ball like suppliers
Drug dealers go broke when trying to live an expensive lifestyle like drug suppliers
They all goof balls
People around me are all foolish
And they got fool’s gold jewels on
Their jewelry is cheap and fake
Contributed by Jeremiah H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Luke Underwood
Put the confidence back in Ny...spread the wealth...power to everybody
Trevor Kennedy
Real talk right here! Juelz!
oliverrando
man juelz is dope
Luke Underwood
Heat!
tanysha simons
This shxt is knocking
Luke Underwood
I like this
Willie Wade
I felt this shit back in 2013 and its fucked up that certain music applications like Deezer doesn't add mixtapes. This was the shit
Practice Makes Paper
Thats why I keep a iPod Touch so I never lose track of my mixtapes
BaWsCoW ReL
sho nuff
King James Mayo
santana kill this shit dope track sho nuff