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.
Thugs Anthem
Kool G Rap Lyrics
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Strictly for all the chicks that's on the strip to get loot
For all my niggas that don't ever trip to hit ?
For all my people copping bricks to get the quick loot
For all my niggas in the ground that got their wig blew
Strictly for all the chicks that's on the strip to get loot
For all my niggas that don't ever trip to hit ?
For all my people copping bricks to get the quick loot
[Kool G. Rap]
Don't know who is this kid, you better check the formula
Before I have to send these busters, just to warm you up
Man, Homicide be looking for whoever tore you up
Flood up the whole block with paramedics and coroners
I can roll up all by myself and make a street close
Yo you could be twenty deep and still get your feet rose
Believe me, ain't none of them running up when heat blow
You sleep though, you're whole sweet and low
Free to go, deeper than six feet low
This wiseguy's enterprise, we emphasize who ever die
Never sympathize, still on the rise, no matter how many we minimize
we send ? chicks with bricks inside their inner thighs
Some real thugs conduct the drug traffic in the skies
Never high, we lay low, stay unidentified, it's all live
[Chorus]
Strictly for all the chicks that's on the strip to get loot
For all my niggas that don't ever trip to hit ?
For all my people copping bricks to get the quick loot
For all my niggas in the ground that got their wig blew
[Johnny 2 Gunz]
Yo it's the radical, mathematical, fanatical
Magnifico, money making myth in Mexico
You try to fuck me, yo, I'll bust you in your cherry whole
Still run the streets and now you feeling me in stereo
I felt the graces from the highs to the very low
One day your counting money, next yo you digging holes
Don't try to do this at home, this is professionals
Congressionals, street medal, award winners
Making a point that's hollow, do you follow, want to meet tomorrow?
What, greet the heffer with the pink pucker, sucker
Cut out your luck with a wink of an eye
Make ya die, make ya fly in the sky, you asking why?
While your souls floating over me, you owing me
You shouldn't been owing me, not blowing me
Now your life's a big mystery, a casualty
Another faded memory, that's awful Bee
'cause I'm still breathing steadily
[Pokaface]
You think that Pokaface is bluffing, nigga ante up
And unless you ramming me with that iron, put your jammie up
You pointedly regret, I'll blaze you and your family up
You on your ass for showing trying to show it, pull your panties up
Me and these cats we making a living making sure you don't
Information's not to be given, making sure you won't
Shit's real, now wanting to be dead, goes off in play it clothes
ATF here, but scared to get close, like in WACO
Nickel plate pros made men who make those
My red eye don't ? but best believe it shakes those
Reflex reaction if i hear you disrespect the fashion
Fuck these niggas, like menage, giving them double action
Up to no good fellas, making out a faux pas
Savage niggas, turn your cabbage into cole slaw
Using my dome, causes to notify your next of kin
The snitch you looking for, he's in the trunk I left him in
[Chorus]
Strictly for all the chicks that's on the strip to get loot
For all my niggas that don't ever trip to hit ?
For all my people copping bricks to get the quick loot
For all my niggas in the ground that got their wig blew
Strictly for all the chicks that's on the strip to get loot
For all my niggas that don't ever trip to hit ?
For all my people copping bricks to get the quick loot
For all my niggas in the ground that got their wig blew
In "Thugs Anthem" by Kool G Rap, the lyrics speak to the gangster lifestyle, emphasizing the need for money-making and the consequences of not fitting in. Some lines reference the drug trade, with imagery of "copping bricks" and "drug traffic in the skies," while others speak to the violent nature of the lifestyle, such as "For all my n****s in the ground that got their wig blew." The lyrics also contain boasts about the singer's power in the streets, with references to sending women with bricks hidden in their thighs and being able to take on a group of 20 people alone.
The second verse introduces Johnny 2 Gunz, who continues the theme of the violent lifestyle, boasting about shooting someone in the "cherry hole." The verse also touches on the unpredictability of the lifestyle, with references to going from counting money to "digging holes" and making sure "information's not to be given." Pokaface's verse follows a similar theme, with references to making sure information is not given and using violence to ensure no one gets in the way of their money-making.
Overall, the lyrics paint a picture of the dangers and rewards of being a gangster, highlighting the need for money and power, but also the potential for violence and death.
Line by Line Meaning
Strictly for all the chicks that's on the strip to get loot
This song is dedicated to women working on the strip to make money
For all my niggas that don't ever trip to hit ?
For all the men who never hesitate to take action or use violence
For all my people copping bricks to get the quick loot
For all those involved in drug deals and making money illegally
For all my niggas in the ground that got their wig blew
For all those who have died from gun violence
Don't know who is this kid, you better check the formula
Be cautious of who you are messing with and make sure you know the consequences
Before I have to send these busters, just to warm you up
Before I have to send someone to hurt you and teach you a lesson
Man, Homicide be looking for whoever tore you up
The police will be investigating any violent crimes committed
Flood up the whole block with paramedics and coroners
The aftermath of violence can be chaotic and cause a lot of attention
I can roll up all by myself and make a street close
I can handle things on my own and intimidate others to listen to me
Yo you could be twenty deep and still get your feet rose
Even if you have a whole crew with you, you can still get taken down
Believe me, ain't none of them running up when heat blow
No one will try to challenge you when you have a weapon
You sleep though, you're whole sweet and low
You are unaware and vulnerable
Free to go, deeper than six feet low
Dead and buried
This wiseguy's enterprise, we emphasize who ever die
This is a criminal organization that prioritizes their own success and will do whatever it takes to eliminate threats
Never sympathize, still on the rise, no matter how many we minimize
We do not show empathy and will continue to succeed, even if we lose members to violence
we send ? chicks with bricks inside their inner thighs
Women involved in drug deals are used to smuggle drugs on their person
Some real thugs conduct the drug traffic in the skies
Some criminals use planes to traffic drugs
Never high, we lay low, stay unidentified, it's all live
We do not draw attention to ourselves and remain hidden to avoid getting caught
Yo it's the radical, mathematical, fanatical
Referring to himself as a radical and intelligent individual
Magnifico, money making myth in Mexico
Referring to himself as a successful, wealthy person in Mexico
You try to fuck me, yo, I'll bust you in your cherry whole
If anyone tries to harm him, he will react with violence
Still run the streets and now you feeling me in stereo
He continues to run the streets and make his presence known
I felt the graces from the highs to the very low
He has experienced both high and low points in his life
One day your counting money, next yo you digging holes
You can easily go from making money to facing serious consequences
Don't try to do this at home, this is professionals
This is not a lifestyle for the average person and can be dangerous
Congressionals, street medal, award winners
Referring to himself and others involved in criminal activities as successful and prestigious
Making a point that's hollow, do you follow, want to meet tomorrow?
This is an empty threat and a challenge to anyone who disagrees or defies him
Cut out your luck with a wink of an eye
He can easily take away your luck and fortune
Make ya die, make ya fly in the sky, you asking why?
He can cause harm or death and leave you wondering why it happened
While your souls floating over me, you owing me
Even in death, he is still owed something from his enemies
You shouldn't been owing me, not blowing me
You should not have messed with him in the first place
Now your life's a big mystery, a casualty
Your life is now unknown and lost due to your actions against him
Another faded memory, that's awful Bee
You are just another forgotten victim
'cause I'm still breathing steadily
He is still alive and well, despite the harm he causes others
You think that Pokaface is bluffing, nigga ante up
He is not bluffing and will cause harm if challenged
And unless you ramming me with that iron, put your jammie up
Unless you plan on using a weapon against him, put it away
You pointedly regret, I'll blaze you and your family up
If you show regret or weakness, he will harm not only you, but your family as well
You on your ass for showing trying to show it, pull your panties up
If you try to show strength, he will quickly take you down
Me and these cats we making a living making sure you don't
He and his associates make a living by preventing others from succeeding or challenging them
Information's not to be given, making sure you won't
They keep secrets and do not give out information to avoid getting caught or exposed
Shit's real, now wanting to be dead, goes off in play it clothes
Things are serious and can quickly turn violent
ATF here, but scared to get close, like in WACO
Even the authorities are afraid to confront them and may resort to drastic measures like in the Waco siege
Nickel plate pros made men who make those
Sophisticated criminals are the ones who make and use high-quality weapons
My red eye don't ? but best believe it shakes those
He can intimidate others with just a look and they know not to challenge him
Reflex reaction if i hear you disrespect the fashion
He will have an immediate and violent reaction if anyone disrespects him or his associates
Fuck these niggas, like menage, giving them double action
He does not care about anyone else and enjoys being violent towards others
Up to no good fellas, making out a faux pas
They are up to no good and make mistakes
Savage niggas, turn your cabbage into cole slaw
They are violent and will quickly harm or kill others
Using my dome, causes to notify your next of kin
He uses his brain to plan out and execute violent actions that can result in death
The snitch you looking for, he's in the trunk I left him in
He is not afraid to get rid of those who may turn against him or reveal information to authorities
Strictly for all the chicks that's on the strip to get loot
This song is dedicated to women working on the strip to make money
For all my niggas that don't ever trip to hit ?
For all the men who never hesitate to take action or use violence
For all my people copping bricks to get the quick loot
For all those involved in drug deals and making money illegally
For all my niggas in the ground that got their wig blew
For all those who have died from gun violence
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: NATHANIEL THOMAS WILSON
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