Night & Day
KNOC-TURN'AL Lyrics


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[Intro: Knoc-Turn' al]
Ahhh!
It's a good day in LA, yes it is (yes it is)
Motherfuckers can just wake up and relax
And smoke a fat blunt or some shit
Buy a fifth a Henn and get drunk (yes)
Hey, bring that over, call them up
Order me some motherfucking (Knoc-Turn' al) Hennesy

[Verse 1: Knoc]
Wu-Tang got mansions in the hills
Hoe squat thick, hoe squat paying bills
Red & Meth on hot wheels bumping down Sunset
La Maridia, sky balling, what is this?
My eyes, they caught up in the sea, look at Jay-Z
At the Source's Swap Meet getting Memphis Bleek some fitted khakis
Yeah, well real niggas get passes sometimes
Out of bounds in the land of the sunshine
Even Biggie said he was coming back (coming back)
And if he did, we would accept him because a nigga is black
You bleed just like us
Picture me being scared of a nigga that breathe the same air as me
You bleed just like us
Was a song I did, bumped on blocks and beaches with beat in my trunk

[Chorus: S-Dog, Knoc]
[S-Dog] Night and day
[Knoc] Where 80 percent of the population gang bangs
Most of y'all hate but I know y'all got to love
[S-Dog] LA!
[Knoc] Yeah
[S-Dog] Night and day
Welcome players we'll gangster step
[Knoc] Some of y'all hate but I know y'all got to love
[S-Dog] LA!
Night and day
[Knoc] Sraight up (what?)
[S-Dog] Welcome players we'll gangster step

[Verse 2: Knoc]
You can catch LL on Venice Beach on Sundays catching sun rays
I is playing this little game
Like watching ass sway back and forth (what up, girl?)
Macking the most, stripes on my coat, a bragging boast (West Coast!)
Jennifer Lopez and Puffy at Miyagi's eating sushi
Now, tell me what else does your eyes see
A lot of other Coast niggas pass through frequently and it's cool
Because y'all pay dues and I pay them too

[Chorus: S-Dog, Knoc]
[Knoc] Some of y'all hate but I know y'all got to love
[S-Dog] LA!
[Knoc] Yeah
[S-Dog] Night and day
[Knoc] Turn it up
[S-Dog] Welcome players we'll gangster step
[Knoc] Some of y'all hate but I know y'all got to love
[S-Dog] LA!
[Knoc] We in the land of the sunshine where bitches have good times
Palm trees and sea breezes
And I'm out to find a fly fine girl so I can try out my new mack lines

[Verse 3: Knoc]
You seen The Lox? (yes), Ludacris? (no)
Too $hort? (yes), that's my dog (so)
I did a rap with him to increase my (dough)
Was he dope? (yes)
Is he fake? (no)
Weak game? (banging), hop ('64's)
Four or five deep with three or four (hoes)

[Chorus: S-Dog, Knoc]
[S-Dog] Night and day
[Knoc] Where 80 percent of the population gang bangs
Some of y'all hate but I know y'all got to love
[S-Dog] LA!
Night and day
[Knoc] Straight up
[S-Dog] Welcome players we'll gangster step
[Knoc] Most of y'all hate but I know y'all got to love
[S-Dog] LA!
[Knoc] In the land of the sunshine where bitches have good times
Palm trees and sea breezes
And I'm out to find a fly fine girl so I can try out my new mack lines

[Outro: Knoc]
Yeah, fly is the weather - I feel the breeze
L.A.C. night and day
Inner city living with inner city game
Casuas fat laces on some new Chuck's (yes)
I got my running shoes on
Gangstered out from head to toe (head to toe)
Fucking hoes and patroling the hood
Heat on my lap looking for a light




Because, uh, I just rolled up a chronic sack
That's some, that's some good shit

Overall Meaning

The song "LA Nite-N-Day" by Knoc-Turn'al is a tribute to the city of Los Angeles and the diverse people and cultures that make it up. The song starts with a laid-back, celebratory vibe, with Knoc-Turn'al rapping about how great it is to live in LA and enjoy the good life with a bottle of Hennessy and a blunt. He marvels at the wealth of hip-hop legends like Wu-Tang, Redman & Method Man, Jay-Z, and Biggie who all have mansions in the hills of LA. He notes that even LL Cool J comes to Venice Beach to catch some sun and sand. Knoc-Turn'al is proud of his city and the fact that it's a melting pot of cultures and backgrounds. He knows that there is a lot of gang violence in LA, but he celebrates the tenacity and spirit of the people who continue to thrive in the face of adversity.


The chorus is repeated throughout the song, with S-Dog and Knoc-Turn'al singing about how LA is both night and day, with a high percentage of the population involved in gang activity, but also with a lot of love and positive energy. They invite players and gangsters to dance and enjoy the city's unique vibe.


In the third and final verse, Knoc-Turn'al mentions a few more rappers who have passed through LA, including Ludacris and Too $hort, with whom he collaborated to make some money. He also brags about riding around in his lowrider with a few ladies and a few more "hoes". The song ends with Knoc-Turn'al proclaiming his love of LA and the feeling of freedom and exhilaration he gets from cruising around the city, smoking weed, and listening to hip-hop with his friends.


Line by Line Meaning

Ahhh!
Knoc-Turn' al begins the song with an exclamation of excitement.


It's a good day in LA, yes it is (yes it is)
Knoc-Turn' al feels positive and happy about his present surroundings in Los Angeles.


Motherfuckers can just wake up and relax
People in LA don't need to worry about starting their day early or having a strict schedule.


And smoke a fat blunt or some shit
People in LA have the freedom to smoke marijuana whenever they want.


Buy a fifth a Henn and get drunk (yes)
People in LA have easy access to alcohol and can easily get drunk.


Hey, bring that over, call them up
Knoc-Turn' al shows his desire to have Hennessy delivered to him by someone else.


Order me some motherfucking (Knoc-Turn' al) Hennesy
Knoc-Turn' al orders Hennessy, expressing his preference for this specific brand.


Wu-Tang got mansions in the hills
Rap group Wu-Tang Clan owns expensive properties in the affluent neighborhoods surrounding LA.


Hoe squat thick, hoe squat paying bills
Some prostitutes who work in LA are making a lot of money and have luxurious lifestyles.


Red & Meth on hot wheels bumping down Sunset
Famous rappers Redman and Method Man are driving down Sunset Boulevard in a fast car.


La Maridia, sky balling, what is this?
Knoc-Turn' al is perplexed at La Meridia, a luxury development in Beverly Hills.


My eyes, they caught up in the sea, look at Jay-Z
Jay-Z is on the beach, and Knoc-Turn' al is drawn to his celebrity status.


At the Source's Swap Meet getting Memphis Bleek some fitted khakis
Jay-Z's protégé Memphis Bleek is at a low-budget flea market shopping for clothes.


Yeah, well real niggas get passes sometimes
People who are genuinely trying to make it in LA can receive some leniency.


Out of bounds in the land of the sunshine
LA is a place where people can push boundaries.


Even Biggie said he was coming back (coming back)
Late rapper Notorious BIG expressed interest in returning to LA despite the East Coast-West Coast rap rivalry.


And if he did, we would accept him because a nigga is black
Black people in LA will accept Notorious BIG because they share skin color.


You bleed just like us
LA residents are not afraid of other people because everyone is human and can be hurt.


Picture me being scared of a nigga that breathe the same air as me
It's ridiculous to be afraid of someone just because they are living in the same place as you.


Was a song I did, bumped on blocks and beaches with beat in my trunk
Knoc-Turn' al is referring to his own song and how it's popular in various neighborhoods across LA.


Night and day
S-Dog is referring to how life in LA is constantly happening, day or night.


Where 80 percent of the population gang bangs
80% of the citizens in LA belong to a gang.


Most of y'all hate but I know y'all got to love
People might have negative opinions about LA, but deep down they have appreciation and admiration.


Welcome players we'll gangster step
S-Dog is praising those living in LA who have active, brutal lifestyles.


We in the land of the sunshine where bitches have good times
Los Angeles is a place where women can live well.


Palm trees and sea breezes
LA has a nice climate with palm trees and cool sea air.


And I'm out to find a fly fine girl so I can try out my new mack lines
Knoc-Turn' al is looking for an attractive woman to flirt with and try out his pick-up lines.


You can catch LL on Venice Beach on Sundays catching sun rays
LL Cool J is known for being at Venice Beach on Sundays, sunbathing and enjoying the weather.


I is playing this little game
Knoc-Turn' al is referring to flirting or trying to talk to women on the beach.


Like watching ass sway back and forth (what up, girl?)
Knoc-Turn' al is enjoying the sight of women's bodies as they walk past him.


Macking the most, stripes on my coat, a bragging boast (West Coast!)
Knoc-Turn' al is proud of his achievements and success as a rapper from the West Coast.


Jennifer Lopez and Puffy at Miyagi's eating sushi
Celebrities J-Lo and P-Diddy are dining at an upscale sushi restaurant in LA.


Now, tell me what else does your eyes see
There are many other famous people and sights to see in LA.


A lot of other Coast niggas pass through frequently and it's cool
Knoc-Turn' al is comfortable with other rappers from the same region also being in LA.


Because y'all pay dues and I pay them too
Knoc-Turn' al is acknowledging the hard work and dedication it takes to succeed in LA, and he respects those who have done so.


Straight up
Affirmation, agreement from Knoc-Turn' al.


We in the land of the sunshine where bitches have good times
Los Angeles is a place where women can live well.


Most of y'all hate but I know y'all got to love
People might have negative opinions about LA, but deep down they have appreciation and admiration.


Palm trees and sea breezes
LA has a nice climate with palm trees and cool sea air.


And I'm out to find a fly fine girl so I can try out my new mack lines
Knoc-Turn' al is looking for an attractive woman to flirt with and try out his pick-up lines.


You seen The Lox? (yes), Ludacris? (no)
Knoc-Turn' al is asking if others have seen popular rappers, indicating that LA is a place where many famous people come and go.


Too $hort? (yes), that's my dog (so)
Knoc-Turn' al is friendly with rapper Too Short.


I did a rap with him to increase my (dough)
Knoc-Turn' al collaborated with Too Short on a song in order to make more money.


Was he dope? (yes)
Knoc-Turn' al thinks that the collab was great and that Too Short has talent.


Is he fake? (no)
Knoc-Turn' al believes that Too Short is a genuine person.


Weak game? (banging), hop ('64's)
Knoc-Turn' al's car has a booming sound system and he admires cars that are popular in the West Coast car culture.


Four or five deep with three or four (hoes)
Knoc-Turn' al and his friends are riding in a car with some sex workers.


Heat on my lap looking for a light
Knoc-Turn' al is carrying a weapon in his car and is looking for a lighter to smoke.


Because, uh, I just rolled up a chronic sack
Knoc-Turn' al has just smoked a lot of marijuana.


That's some, that's some good shit
Knoc-Turn' al is expressing satisfaction with the quality of the marijuana he has just smoked.




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Written by: ROYAL HARBOR, S. BAPTISTE

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