G Rap began working with DJ Polo in 1986, releasing several underground hit singles including "It's a Demo"/"I'm Fly." Two other singles, "Streets of New York" and "Road to the Riches," received heavy rotation on Yo! MTV Raps and cemented his reputation as one of New York's top lyrical auteurs. His talent for telling a compelling, hard-luck story in a single song was considered second to only that of Rakim. While G Rap grew in popularity, he never crossed over like Biz Markie or Big Daddy Kane, both also members of the Juice Crew.
G Rap began a solo career in the mid-1990s, released 4,5,6. This and subsequent LPs saw little attention from critics or consumers, and G Rap began collaborating with others. Signing to Rawkus Records, G Rap launched a comeback with 2002's The Giancana Story. "Giancana" also is said by Kool G Rap to be the "G" in his name in the song "Drama". The album was well-received without commercial success.
In 2008 he released Half a Klip on Chinga Chang Records, featuring production from DJ Premier and Marley Marl, among others. His 2011 album Riches, Royalty, Respect showcased his true to form style and lyricism.
Gangsta Gangsta
Kool G Rap Lyrics
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Y'all don't fuckin want it, you heard
Listen up
Bitch either ride or collide with me, this side right
You don't wanna wait 'til the end of the night to step outside wit me
You know the history of the guys with me? Extortion, kidnappin'
Murder in the first, niggaz live to die
We can get it to poppin' off like July the 4th
On any day of the month bitch we get it to jump
Black [censored] Fam, my niggaz ain't scared to dump
So what the fuck you want beef for, you squeamish
Start to hyperventilate you see a nigga start to hemorrhage
[censored] Fam don't start shit, we regret the finish
Bitch nigga, we really live this, we mean business
We even got teachers in the school where your kids is
Nannies inside where your cribs is
Beautician doin hair where you Wiz is
Black {*censored*}, secret society bitch
You get found with the fishes
Aiyyo, who wanna know about the life story, it's like Corle's
Blood all over the nice Mauries
Stutterin' bitch, who you know spit more gutter than this?
Smack a nigga with the butt of the fifth
We guerillas and thugs in the midst
Was cold before I flooded the wrist
Big heist shit, blood on the bricks
Bag it up, bubble the strip
One days work, a couple of whips
Then more than double the chips
Supreme Queens nigga with a BK click
You just a weak fake bitches whatever nigga the heat spray quick
Y'all niggaz can't do shit but peep the gray wrist
CGP in the face of your chick, comin' f'real with it
Bring the cattle to the battlefield, we'll still spit it
No matter who the fuck you are, you can still get it
Count that off as a loss, go 'head and peal wit it
Far as your corny-ass click, they gotta deal wit it
[Chorus]
We the Black {*censored*} gangsta click (gangsta gangsta)
Put your hands to the streets for this gangsta shit (gangsta gangsta)
You a nigga or a bitch keep it gangsta kid (gangsta gangsta)
Black {*censored*} Fam, you know how these fuckin gangstas get
Aiyyo sex money and drugs, that's my life
Shrimp shooter with the red light, that's my wife
Bitch prism on the late night, that's my type of hustle
Shit make dough, that's my bubble
No one's project beef, that's my struggle
I never been shot - that blood there, that's your puddle
Who the fuck wanna fire at me?
For every shot a nigga shoot, my mac-11 firin three
You got wars, nores, lazy {?}
Et cetera, Black Fam, we bang harder
Bandana Montana streetsweep carver
Shots connect, your bones I disconnect
Bring your skull back home like I bone collect
One year under dirt you'll be bones in bed
Tasmania, Brooklyn that's my set
Stop screamin out Guerilla 'fore I break yo' neck
I dare anybody play like Lazy Mike
Not blaze like half of your block in broad daylight
Take flight to Queens with your fake ice
Pull you out the back of the trunk
And put your face in the brake light
You six deep, so what? Me I'm by myself
But you know what? I cut one of y'all real bad
Pops is my pops but my moms my real dad
You runnin' round with the same heart that Steel had
I'm the best, I don't give a fuck who said so
Have you dope fiend like Lazy, let go
Don't get your head gassed off my nice chain, word to my mother
I done lost half your life in a dice game
I don't brag shit, I'm a hustler; I don't wanna be seen
I want the green the fame shit is for suckers
I'm a Guerilla, so it ain't nuttin' to touch ya
Bitch nigga recognize that or learn to suffer
[Chorus x3]
The lyrics of "Gangsta Gangsta" by Kool G Rap describe the life of an infamous gang called the Black F*ckin' Fam. The gang is characterized as a group of vicious killers who don't shy away from violence and bloodshed. They are depicted as being so dangerous that even other criminals fear them. The singer challenges anyone who tries to stand in their way to either "ride or collide" with the group, warning that they will face the same fate as those who have crossed them before.
The lyrics also touch on the group's criminal activities, such as extortion, kidnapping and murder. They take pride in their criminal prowess and brag about their ability to "get it to poppin' off like July the 4th" at any time. Kool G Rap also mentions the Black F*ckin' Fam's influence beyond the streets, with teachers, nannies, and beauticians working for the gang members. The singer concludes the song by emphasizing the Guerilla-like nature of his gang, warning anyone who tries to mess with them to recognize their strength or suffer the consequences.
Overall, the lyrics of "Gangsta Gangsta" showcase the brutal and violent world of gang life, glorifying the brutal actions of the Black F*ckin' Fam. It highlights the hard-hitting realities of life in the underground world, including the constant danger that gang members face and the mentality of survival at any cost.
Line by Line Meaning
What, nigga, Black [censored] Fam
Introducing oneself as a member of the Black [censored] Fam
Y'all don't fuckin want it, you heard
Warning others to not mess with the Black [censored] Fam
Bitch either ride or collide with me, this side right
Choose to support or oppose the Black [censored] Fam
You don't wanna wait 'til the end of the night to step outside wit me
Urging others to deal with the situation at hand rather than wait for later
You know the history of the guys with me? Extortion, kidnappin' Murder in the first, niggaz live to die
Outlining the criminal history of the Black [censored] Fam
Hungry and they blood thirst, my Dunn guns the worst
The Black [censored] Fam is willing to do whatever it takes to survive
We can get it to poppin' off like July the 4th On any day of the month bitch we get it to jump
The Black [censored] Fam can initiate a violent confrontation at any time
Black [censored] Fam, my niggaz ain't scared to dump
Assuring others that the Black [censored] Fam is not afraid to use their weapons
So what the fuck you want beef for, you squeamish
Questioning why others would start a confrontation when they are scared
Start to hyperventilate you see a nigga start to hemorrhage
Suggesting that the Black [censored] Fam can cause others to panic and suffer physical harm
[censored] Fam don't start shit, we regret the finish
The Black [censored] Fam prefers to avoid conflict but will end it if necessary
Bitch nigga, we really live this, we mean business
Asserting the reality of their lifestyle and intentions
We even got teachers in the school where your kids is
Implying that the Black [censored] Fam has an influence even in educational institutions
Nannies inside where your cribs is
Suggesting that the Black [censored] Fam has informants within households
Beautician doin hair where you Wiz is
Implying that even beauty salons are infiltrated by the Black [censored] Fam
Black {*censored*}, secret society bitch
Emphasizing that the Black [censored] Fam operates in secrecy and has a tight-knit group
You get found with the fishes
Threatening that those who cross the Black [censored] Fam will end up dead
Aiyyo, who wanna know about the life story, it's like Corle's Blood all over the nice Mauries
Introducing oneself in the style of a Mafia don and referencing The Godfather movie
Stutterin' bitch, who you know spit more gutter than this?
Challenging others to find anyone else who is more raw and real than the Black [censored] Fam
Smack a nigga with the butt of the fifth
Threatening to physically harm someone with the butt of a gun
We guerillas and thugs in the midst Was cold before I flooded the wrist
Describing oneself as a violent and experienced criminal
Big heist shit, blood on the bricks
Bringing up past criminal actions involving robberies and violence
Bag it up, bubble the strip One days work, a couple of whips Then more than double the chips
Describing a day's work of drug dealing and making significant profit
Supreme Queens nigga with a BK click
Proudly declaring one's affiliation with a gang from Queens and Brooklyn
You just a weak fake bitches whatever nigga the heat spray quick
Dismissing others as weak and emphasizing how quickly the Black [censored] Fam can use their weapons
Y'all niggaz can't do shit but peep the gray wrist
Imposing dominance over others who can only admire the Black [censored] Fam's wealth and power
CGP in the face of your chick, comin' f'real with it
Asserting that the Black [censored] Fam is not afraid to confront rivals and can do so without hesitation
Bring the cattle to the battlefield, we'll still spit it No matter who the fuck you are, you can still get it
Emphasizing that the Black [censored] Fam will not shy away from a fight and is willing to take on anyone
Count that off as a loss, go 'head and peal wit it
Dismissing any attempts to challenge the Black [censored] Fam and suggesting that others should accept their defeat
Far as your corny-ass click, they gotta deal wit it
Suggesting that other gangs should recognize the power and influence of the Black [censored] Fam
We the Black {*censored*} gangsta click (gangsta gangsta) Put your hands to the streets for this gangsta shit (gangsta gangsta) You a nigga or a bitch keep it gangsta kid (gangsta gangsta) Black {*censored*} Fam, you know how these fuckin gangstas get
Reiterating the Black [censored] Fam's name and reputation as a gang and warning others to either support them or stay out of their way
Aiyyo sex money and drugs, that's my life Shrimp shooter with the red light, that's my wife
Describing one's life as being centered around sex, money, and drugs and referencing a specific type of gun
Bitch prism on the late night, that's my type of hustle Shit make dough, that's my bubble
Explaining one's method of making money and the success that comes with it
No one's project beef, that's my struggle I never been shot - that blood there, that's your puddle
Acknowledging that violence and conflict are a part of one's life and implying that others have paid the price for it
Who the fuck wanna fire at me? For every shot a nigga shoot, my mac-11 firin three
Challenging others to confront the Black [censored] Fam in a violent manner and asserting their ability to shoot back with greater force
You got wars, nores, lazy {?} Et cetera, Black Fam, we bang harder
Referencing other gang names and suggesting that the Black [censored] Fam is more powerful and dominant
Bandana Montana streetsweep carver Shots connect, your bones I disconnect
Describing the Black [censored] Fam's violent methods of eliminating enemies
Bring your skull back home like I bone collect One year under dirt you'll be bones in bed
Asserting that the Black [censored] Fam is capable of killing and burying enemies without a trace
Tasmania, Brooklyn that's my set Stop screamin out Guerilla 'fore I break yo' neck
Naming the specific location and gang affiliation while warning others not to misuse the term 'guerilla'
I dare anybody play like Lazy Mike Not blaze like half of your block in broad daylight
Challenging others to confront the Black [censored] Fam and asserting their violent abilities
Take flight to Queens with your fake ice Pull you out the back of the trunk And put your face in the brake light
Threatening to kill those who pretend to be tough or wealthy and implying that it will be a brutal and direct confrontation
You six deep, so what? Me I'm by myself But you know what? I cut one of y'all real bad
Acknowledging that the Black [censored] Fam may be outnumbered but still willing to fight, and asserting the ability to inflict harm on others
Pops is my pops but my moms my real dad You runnin' round with the same heart that Steel had
Revealing a personal family situation and insulting others for lacking the courage and strength of the Black [censored] Fam
I'm the best, I don't give a fuck who said so Have you dope fiend like Lazy, let go
Boasting about one's abilities and suggesting that others will become addicted to their drugs
Don't get your head gassed off my nice chain, word to my mother I done lost half your life in a dice game
Warning others not to become arrogant or desperate for the Black [censored] Fam's wealth, and implying that they have caused harm to others in gambling
I don't brag shit, I'm a hustler; I don't wanna be seen I want the green the fame shit is for suckers
Differentiating oneself from those who brag or seek attention, and focusing solely on making money rather than becoming famous
I'm a Guerilla, so it ain't nuttin' to touch ya Bitch nigga recognize that or learn to suffer
Asserting oneself as a violent and feared member of the Black [censored] Fam and warning others to either show respect or face the consequences
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DWIGHT GRANT, KANYE WEST, KANYE OMARI WEST, RICARDO BROWN
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