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.
Goin In
Kool G Rap Lyrics
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Humphrey productions, let's go
They got the whole world counting on this come back
City to city like where the fuck your son at?
Wasting too much time fucking with them dumb rats
Whoever slept on the boy, shouldn't have done that
Now go stand in the corner, put on your dunce hat
He cocked both of his guns back
Then I'mma spin one of you niggas like the Spanish hustle
Be from Queens, were the can is muffled
His move was shaking so hard
He turned the land to rubble
Dumb dopes just opened up a can of trouble
I bet my life on it mack
That this is the gambler's double
It's not a good look, don't make the map paint a picture
Give rose beds put your head with a train of clickers
I see you niggas not seeing like a gang of Hitlers
With arose and a black cloud it's gonna bring a twister
Surgical scrubs, check
Surgical gloves, check
I murder you mugs, check
Now clear I'm about to go in
Mags with a muz[?], check
Sponge for the blood, check
Now give 'em the drugs, check
And clear I'm about to go in
Scissors and knife, check
Now give me some lights, check
Six of them wipes, check
And clear I'm about to go in
Pistol and lube, Tech
A few of them tubes, check
Some medical glue, check
Now clear I'm about to go in
There's only room in this town for one dude in black
And I'll pack lead in your back like school is back
I'll leave you niggas with waves like it's a hula snack
You look a little tired homie, you could use a nap
You ain't got to tell me twice where the food is at
He keeps shots in his arms like a user's tracts
Dum-Dums all in his guns like it's a foolish strap
No childlike skipping here
True pursuit are back
Mine is enterprise crime, you's a petty crook
You throw that hoodie on it's about to be a heavy tux
I'm about to leave a smoke cloud like some Deli[?] Kush
Well, well, well lookie what we have here
Shell, shell, shell, nobody now the path clear
Nothing but cash here
Y'all are just looking half queer
Sixteen ruler head[?] like I'm about to smash deers
And put 'em in the grass dere
Be on their last steers
I leave your head missing a solid like it's a bad peer
I'm about to put my flag here
Save your wack verses
OK [?] I don't feel your raps
And you don't know me boy, don't try to get familiar cat
A ring of chains trying to tangle with these silverbacks
A couple of things from out the pen to leave them real relaxed[?]
You had your run time the fun's over, chill with that
You're Fred Flintstone nigga
Where your Wilma at?
I'm onto my dividends, was born for the intimates
Your toddlers in the play pen
Was G upon the entrance [?]
The dope man is coming with the thick/fix syringe
I see your pay day is Friday
Some drinks again [?]
You made a little name but now your flame is flickering
Only they counting as if this cheddar never makes it friend
Me on this grind heading for the strips again
Clown don't make me come around and make me have to spit your Ken[?]
The song "Goin In" by Kool G Rap is an intense track with lyrics that speak of the roughness and struggles of life on the streets. The chorus line repeats throughout the song, "Now clear, I'm about to go in," giving the impression that the rapper is gearing up for a fight. The opening lines of the song refer to thoroughbreds, indicating that the rapper is from a place where people are tough, strong, and hard to beat. Humphrey productions is mentioned as well, which could be a reference to someone or somewhere significant in the life of the rapper. The verses of the song contain vivid descriptions of violence, with lines like "He cocked both of his guns back/He about to make a call to Cali for his Spanish Muscle." The rapper's determination and grit are evident with lines like "It's not a good look, don't make the map paint a picture/Give rose beds put your head with a train of clickers."
The second part of the song breaks away from the violent lyrics and describes the rapper's tools. The repeated line "Now clear, I'm about to go in" takes on new meaning as the rapper lists the tools he needs for a job: surgical scrubs, gloves, mags, sponge, drugs, scissors, knife, lights, wipes, medical glue, and tubes. This part of the song represents the preparation required for a dangerous job, something that fits with the overall theme of the song.
Kool G Rap's "Goin In" is a brutal portrayal of the streets, with lyrics that leave little room for interpretation. The song shows the rapper's skill with words, painting vivid pictures of violence and struggle. The second half of the song contrasts with the first, making it more complex than it might seem at first listen.
Line by Line Meaning
Home of the thoroughbreds, Ya Know
This is where the best of the best come from
They got the whole world counting on this come back
Everyone is waiting for Kool G Rap to make his return
City to city like where the fuck your son at?
Traveling all over, looking for anyone who wants to take him down
Wasting too much time fucking with them dumb rats
Spending too much time with people who don't matter
Whoever slept on the boy, shouldn't have done that
Those who underestimated Kool G Rap will regret it
Now go stand in the corner, put on your dunce hat
Those who underestimated Kool G Rap are foolish and should be punished
He cocked both of his guns back
Kool G Rap is ready to fight
He about to make a call to Cali for his Spanish Muscle
Kool G Rap is calling in backup from California
Then I'mma spin one of you niggas like the Spanish hustle
Kool G Rap will defeat his enemies easily, just like in a dance battle
Be from Queens, were the can is muffled
Kool G Rap is from Queens, where people keep quiet about their illegal activities
His move was shaking so hard
Kool G Rap's actions made the ground tremble in fear
He turned the land to rubble
Kool G Rap's power is so great that he can destroy anything
Dumb dopes just opened up a can of trouble
Kool G Rap's enemies brought trouble upon themselves
I bet my life on it mack
Kool G Rap is so confident in his abilities that he is willing to bet his life on it
That this is the gambler's double
Kool G Rap's skills are like that of a professional gambler
It's not a good look, don't make the map paint a picture
The consequences of crossing Kool G Rap are severe
Give rose beds put your head with a train of clickers
Kool G Rap will have his enemies buried in a flower bed, surrounded by his gang
I see you niggas not seeing like a gang of Hitlers
Kool G Rap's enemies are blind to the truth, like Nazis were to their actions
With arose and a black cloud it's gonna bring a twister
Kool G Rap's actions will cause chaos and destruction
Surgical scrubs, check
Kool G Rap is getting ready for surgery (a violent act)
Surgical gloves, check
Kool G Rap is taking all necessary precautions
I murder you mugs, check
Kool G Rap is ready to kill his enemies
Mags with a muz[?], check
Kool G Rap has loaded guns
Sponge for the blood, check
Kool G Rap is prepared for the aftermath of his violent act
Now give 'em the drugs, check
Kool G Rap will give his enemies drugs to keep them calm and compliant
Scissors and knife, check
Kool G Rap has sharp tools to use as weapons
Now give me some lights, check
Kool G Rap needs good lighting to carry out his surgical act
Six of them wipes, check
Kool G Rap is being thorough and prepared
Pistol and lube, Tech
Kool G Rap is making sure his gun is working perfectly
A few of them tubes, check
Kool G Rap is ready to use medical tubes as weapons
Some medical glue, check
Kool G Rap is prepared to stitch up his enemies if necessary
There's only room in this town for one dude in black
Kool G Rap is the only one who can be the top dog
And I'll pack lead in your back like school is back
Kool G Rap will shoot you in the back like a schoolyard bully
I'll leave you niggas with waves like it's a hula snack
Kool G Rap will cause waves of destruction
You look a little tired homie, you could use a nap
Kool G Rap's enemies will be put to sleep (permanently)
You ain't got to tell me twice where the food is at
Kool G Rap knows where his enemies can be found
He keeps shots in his arms like a user's tracts
Kool G Rap is always prepared to kill
Dum-Dums all in his guns like it's a foolish strap
Kool G Rap's enemies will be killed with ineffective, foolish bullets
No childlike skipping here
This is serious business
True pursuit are back
Kool G Rap is back to seek revenge
Mine is enterprise crime, you's a petty crook
Kool G Rap's crimes are on a higher level than his enemies'
You throw that hoodie on it's about to be a heavy tux
Kool G Rap is dressed for success (in a menacing way)
I'm about to leave a smoke cloud like some Deli[?] Kush
Kool G Rap's actions will cause chaos and confusion
Well, well, well lookie what we have here
Kool G Rap's enemies are about to meet their fate
Shell, shell, shell, nobody now the path clear
There is only one way out (death)
Nothing but cash here
Money is meaningless in the face of Kool G Rap's power
Y'all are just looking half queer
Kool G Rap's enemies are confused and disoriented
Sixteen ruler head[?] like I'm about to smash deers
Kool G Rap is charging forward like a hunting party
And put 'em in the grass dere
Kool G Rap will leave his enemies dead and buried
Be on their last steers
Kool G Rap's enemies are on their last legs
I leave your head missing a solid like it's a bad peer
Kool G Rap will kill you so badly that your head will be missing
I'm about to put my flag here
Kool G Rap is taking over
Save your wack verses
Kool G Rap doesn't want to hear his enemies' weak raps
OK [?] I don't feel your raps
Kool G Rap is unimpressed by his enemies' raps
And you don't know me boy, don't try to get familiar cat
You don't want to mess with Kool G Rap
A ring of chains trying to tangle with these silverbacks
Kool G Rap and his gang are like powerful animals
A couple of things from out the pen to leave them real relaxed[?]
Kool G Rap has plenty of tricks to make his enemies calm and compliant
You had your run time the fun's over, chill with that
Kool G Rap's enemies had their chance and lost
You're Fred Flintstone nigga
Kool G Rap's enemies are outdated and irrelevant
Where your Wilma at?
Kool G Rap is mocking his enemies' lack of a partner
I'm onto my dividends, was born for the intimates
Kool G Rap is destined for success and wealth
Your toddlers in the play pen
Kool G Rap's enemies are childish and immature
Was G upon the entrance [?]
Kool G Rap has always been a force to be reckoned with
The dope man is coming with the thick/fix syringe
Kool G Rap is coming to inject his enemies with drugs
I see your pay day is Friday
Kool G Rap knows when his enemies will be receiving money
Some drinks again [?]
Kool G Rap will be using drugs again to take advantage of his enemies
You made a little name but now your flame is flickering
Kool G Rap's enemies were once successful but are now fading away
Only they counting as if this cheddar never makes it friend
Kool G Rap's earnings are not important, only his power
Me on this grind heading for the strips again
Kool G Rap is on the rise again
Clown don't make me come around and make me have to spit your Ken[?]
Kool G Rap's enemies don't want to see him at his worst
Contributed by Carter G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Apachi
who would've guessed, this was a soundtrack to when you go to the local store during Corona pandemic
FryL0ck
This track is sick!!!
EWheels
G Rap! one of the greatest!!!
Apachi
This would be such a great sound track for new hitman game
ti3walker
hall of famer
Swanass
hump killllllled this beat so grirrtty
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