His rapping debut was on Dr. Dre's The Chronic in 1992, as a part of the duo Tha Dogg Pound with Daz. The two were among the first acts signed to Death Row Records. He released an album with Daz called Dogg Food in 1995 on Death Row Records. Kurupt became friends with the late rapper Tupac Shakur when Tupac signed with Death Row in 1996, and it was Tupac who gave him the nickname Young Gotti.
In 1997 Kurupt left Death Row records for a position at Antra Records as an A&R, but still remained on good terms with Suge and appeared on many albums published by Death Row. In 1998 under Artimus Records he released a double album called Kuruption which went platinum. Shortly after that he released The Streetz is a Mutha which also went platinum. In 2001 Tha Dogg Pound released 2002 under Death Row and Gotti & Dillinger under DPG and Artimus Records. That year Kurupt also released his third solo LP Space Boogie.
In 2002 Kurupt met back up with Death Row CEO Suge Knight shortly after he got out of jail and re-signed with Death Row Records (now renamed Tha Row). By signing with Tha Row, Kurupt started a feud with Daz, Snoop and all of the DPGC, his old friends.
In 2005, Kurupt finally released the long-awaited album Against The Grain. It was constantly delayed and though it was to be the first original musical release from Tha Row in many years, it was finally put out via Koch Records, which at the time distributed Death Row albums; they were sold all distribution rights. However, Kurupt and his label blamed lack of promotion for the release on heavy editing by the Koch staff.
On April 13, 2005, Kurupt reunited with his fellow Dogg Pound mates through the peace meeting labelled "Protect the West", in which several other West Coast rap icons united to put aside their differences in hope of banding together to bring the West Coast back to prominence in hip-hop. Snoop Dogg organized the gathering at which he also made peace with Kurupt's label CEO Suge Knight.
At this time, Kurupt also introduced to the world his latest protege, the rapper Immense. The two met in 2001 and Kurupt became his mentor soon after. He then took Immense to Def Jam president and Roc-a-Fella Records owner Jay-Z, whereupon Jay signed him as the first artist on "Roc-A-Fella West", a West Coast extention of the Roc.
From 2000, Kurupt was in a relationship with the female rapper Natina Reed of the group Blaque. They were going to get married in August 2001, but delayed the marriage for career reasons. Ultimately, their commitment did not last after that.
Aside from being a solo artist, Kurupt is also a member of a number of Hip-Hop groups as well. In 2000, Kurupt teamed up with Canibus, Ras Kass and Killah Priest to form rap supergroup The 4 Horsemen. Later on, he began the supergroup The Riflemen with Mobb Deep, Jayo Felony, 40 Glocc, and The Alchemist.
The Hardest Mutha Fukas
Kurupt Lyrics
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Yo Fredwreck turn this motha fucker up man
So it can fuck with my eardrums a lil' bit
[Verse 1-Nate Dogg]
Some try to repeat my flow
Others neva try cuz they know
I told ya that the game don't wait
Just about as tight can be
That's why you never see 'em fuckin with me
Get ya chance to bow out gracefully
You standin face to face with defeat
[Chorus-Nate Dogg]
If you feel me say Nate (Nate!)
He be, the tightest mutha fucka in here
Dogg Pound Gangsta Gang
We be, the hardest mutha fuckaz in here
Some things never change
We be, the hardest mutha fuckaz in here
Dogg Pound Gangsta Gang
We be, the hardest mutha fuckaz in here
[Verse 2-MC Ren]
Bring yo bitch ass in, close the door
Now you wanna run and fetch me a ho
Motha fucka tell yo mama tip-toe
When she pass my door
Kurupt, got this bitch about to toss this ho
And when we makin the nigga shit
Always makin the killin
I be hearin you bitches, there go the villain
Mad cuz your revenue stopped from drug dealin
Mad at me cuz I'm makin shit them thug's feelin
Hold my dick nigga spit that verse
The hardest mutha fucka nigga love to curse
It get worse, once the vill' start to smoke
And this legendary dick start to soak in your throat
My nigga Young Gotti 'bout to pull your coat
Who are you bitch, you mutha fuckaz never exist
[Chorus-Nate Dogg]
If you feel me say Nate (Nate!)
He be, the tightest mutha fucka in here
Dogg Pound Gangsta Gang
We be, the hardest mutha fuckaz in here
Some things never change
We be, the hardest mutha fuckaz in here
Dogg Pound Gangsta Gang
We be, the hardest mutha fuckaz in here
[Verse 3-Xzibit]
So what you know about this West Coast monopoly
Enough animosity, to tear down democracy
Anarchy, you wanna analyze and copy me
But mutha fuck that stay off my god damn property
Xzibit burn a couple ounces of that broccoli
Step into the function make the crowd bounce properly
Yeah I know about your little shit talkin mockery
Tryin to see and pour 6 feet of gravel on top of me
And all my playaz go to wakes so the next nigga can take my place
And try to invade my space
Make enemies search for God like Ma$e (Yeah)
You should avoid catchin 2 to the face, so I can avoid catchin a case
You'se just another mutha fuckin rat in a race
I explode and expose to this multi-platinum fan base
Never seen before I kick in your door
Ain't no time to run for them guns, just get on the floor
[Chorus-Nate Dogg]
If you feel me say Nate (Nate!)
He be, the tightest mutha fucka in here
Dogg Pound Gangsta Gang
We be, the hardest mutha fuckaz in here
Some things never change
We be, the hardest mutha fuckaz in here
Dogg Pound Gangsta Gang
We be, the hardest mutha fuckaz in here
[Verse 4-Kurupt]
Yeah, a penny for your thoughts in a hour glass of time
Surround sound beats for the Dogg Pound jeeps
Jump the volts up in each single switch
Stick somethin fat up in each single bitch
Bombshell, and for every dick apiece
That ain't from the hood driftin get 5 shells each
Split bustaz, no bustaz allowed
No punk motha fuckaz allowed, loosen the crowd
Dogg Pound say it loud (Dogg Pound!)
Scream it at the top of your lungs
Tell these niggaz where we from
Say Kurupt...Kurupt (Kurupt!)
Yeah nigga the hardest mutha fucka in here
I like Hennessy and beer...
Remy, gin and juice, the killa, and grapefruit...
Chocolate thai, indigo sticks, and a thick bitch
Down and out, nah I'm up and in
Down at the Dogg House with Dre, Cube, & Ren
[Chorus-Nate Dogg]
If you feel me say Nate (Nate!)
He be, the tightest mutha fucka in here
Dogg Pound Gangsta Gang
We be, the hardest mutha fuckaz in here
Some things never change
We be, the hardest mutha fuckaz in here
Dogg Pound Gangsta Gang
We be, the hardest mutha fuckaz in here
Kurupt's "The Hardest Mutha F***as" is a song where the rappers boast about their skills, talent, and influence in the west coast rap scene. The rappers start by describing how others try to copy their style but fail. They claim to be the tightest and the hardest motherfuckers in the game. The song also features MC Ren, Xzibit, and Nate Dogg, who sing the chorus while each rapper takes a verse to showcase their lyrical prowess. MC Ren's verse talks about his dominance over his rivals and how they can't match his swag. Xzibit's verse is an ode to his west coast monopoly, where he derogatorily addresses his detractors. Finally, Kurupt concludes the song by talking about his love for the Dogg Pound and the other rappers he admires.
Line by Line Meaning
Some try to repeat my flow
Others attempt to mimic my style of rap
Others neva try cuz they know
Others do not even try because they know they can't replicate my flow
I told ya that the game don't wait
I previously warned you that the rap game does not wait for anyone
I'm so tight that I can wait for the game
My rap skills are so good that I can wait for the rap game to come to me
Just about as tight can be
My rap skills are almost unmatched
That's why you never see 'em fuckin with me
Other rappers do not want to compete against me because they know they will lose
Get ya chance to bow out gracefully
You should take the opportunity to quit competing gracefully
You standin face to face with defeat
You are about to lose the competition
If you feel me say Nate (Nate!)
If you understand my message, say 'Nate'
He be, the tightest mutha fucka in here
I am the tightest rapper in this room
We be, the hardest mutha fuckaz in here
Our rap group is the toughest in this room
Some things never change
Rap culture always stays the same
Bring yo bitch ass in, close the door
Come inside and close the door behind you
Now you wanna run and fetch me a ho
You now want to go get a prostitute for me
Motha fucka tell yo mama tip-toe
Tell your mother to walk softly near me
When she pass my door
When your mother walks past me
Kurupt, got this bitch about to toss this ho
I have the ability to make this prostitute vomit
And when we makin the nigga shit
When we are making somebody crap themselves
Always makin the killin
We always profit from this
I be hearin you bitches, there go the villain
I hear you talking behind my back, I am the bad guy
Mad cuz your revenue stopped from drug dealin
You are angry because your drug money has stopped coming in
Mad at me cuz I'm makin shit them thug's feelin
You are angry with me because I am making music that the tough guys like
Hold my dick nigga spit that verse
I am confident while rapping, listen to me
The hardest mutha fucka nigga love to curse
I, the toughest rapper, enjoy using curses in my lyrics
It get worse, once the vill' start to smoke
It becomes worse when I start smoking marijuana
And this legendary dick start to soak in your throat
My genitals are legendary, your throat becomes wet in excitement when I am around
My nigga Young Gotti 'bout to pull your coat
My friend Young Gotti is about to reveal something to you
Who are you bitch, you mutha fuckaz never exist
Who are you? You do not matter to us
So what you know about this West Coast monopoly
What do you understand about the dominant rap culture on the West Coast?
Enough animosity, to tear down democracy
There is so much hostility among rappers that it could destroy democracy
Anarchy, you wanna analyze and copy me
You want to understand and try to replicate my style of rap
But mutha fuck that stay off my god damn property
Forget that, stay away from me and my property
Xzibit burn a couple ounces of that broccoli
Xzibit smokes a lot of marijuana
Step into the function make the crowd bounce properly
I enter a concert and get the crowd to dance energetically
Yeah I know about your little shit talkin mockery
I know that you have been talking badly about me behind my back
Tryin to see and pour 6 feet of gravel on top of me
You are trying to put me in my grave
And all my playaz go to wakes so the next nigga can take my place
All of my friends attend my funeral, so the next rapper can take my spot
And try to invade my space
And try to take away my spot in the rap game
Make enemies search for God like Ma$e (Yeah)
My enemies are left questioning their life choices like Ma$e did when he became a preacher
You should avoid catchin 2 to the face, so I can avoid catchin a case
You should avoid getting shot in the face so that I can avoid getting arrested for your death
You'se just another mutha fuckin rat in a race
You are just another competitor in the rap game
I explode and expose to this multi-platinum fan base
I make a big impact and reach my large fanbase of millions
Never seen before I kick in your door
I have a unique style that you have never seen before
Ain't no time to run for them guns, just get on the floor
It is too late to pull out any weapons, just surrender
Yeah, a penny for your thoughts in a hour glass of time
Giving you time to think, but time is running out
Surround sound beats for the Dogg Pound jeeps
Good quality music for the Dogg Pound vehicles
Jump the volts up in each single switch
Turning up the music volume in the car to its maximum capacity
Stick somethin fat up in each single bitch
Having sex with multiple women who are heavily built
Bombshell, and for every dick apiece
Having sex with so many women, one for every man's penis involved
That ain't from the hood driftin get 5 shells each
Any outsider that comes drifting in our neighborhood will be shot five times
Split bustaz, no bustaz allowed
Splitting up women for sex, no stupid or weak women allowed
No punk motha fuckaz allowed, loosen the crowd
No weak rappers allowed, everyone should loosen up and have fun
Dogg Pound say it loud (Dogg Pound!)
The Dogg Pound rap group proudly identify themselves
Scream it at the top of your lungs
Scream it so everyone can hear you
Tell these niggaz where we from
Inform other rappers of our origin
Say Kurupt...Kurupt (Kurupt!)
Say my name with pride
Yeah nigga the hardest mutha fucka in here
I am the toughest rapper in this room
I like Hennessy and beer...
I enjoy drinking Hennessy and beer
Remy, gin and juice, the killa, and grapefruit...
I like drinking other alcoholic beverages such as Remy, gin and grapefruit
Chocolate thai, indigo sticks, and a thick bitch
I like smoking marijuana and being with larger women
Down and out, nah I'm up and in
I am not broke, I am thriving
Down at the Dogg House with Dre, Cube, & Ren
Hanging out at the Dogg House with Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, and MC Ren
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