The LOX gained national exposure in 1997 with their powerful multi-platinum tribute to the Notorious BIG, "We'll Always love Big Poppa". The song which celebrated the life of the slain superstar, captured Biggie's essence and thrust the LOX into the media spotlight as a group to watch out for. The trio later appeared on a multitude of hits, including Puffy's Benjamins, which the LOX wrote, Mase's 24 Hours to Live, and Mariah Carey's Honey. The group's debut album Money Power & Respect went platinum and helped establish the LOX as an important voice in Hip-Hop music.
While lauded for the commercial success of their first album, Jadakiss, Sheek and Styles were not satisfied with the project's outcome. On underground mix tapes, the LOX had developed a reputation for spitting legendary freestyles of sex, murder and mayhem However, singles from MP&R like "If You Think I'm Jiggie", didn't fully utilize the group's talents. The Lox were not the pretty boys who were being shown in the videos, they were street soldiers who preferred rhyming about real life on the block, instead of fantasy worlds of Bentley Coupes and Grammy awards. As their new album suggest, the Lox are the streets, and having joined the Ruff Ryders' lethal squadron, they finally have the chance to just be themselves.
So who are the Real LOX? The Real Lox are authentic ghetto story-tellers, whose rhymes are derived from the pain, anger, lust and love which exist in the hearts of men. The Real LOX are the embodiment of Hip-Hop's origin as the voice of a disparate people. Their current singles Wild Out and Fuck you are certified street anthems and the impending release of their sophomore album has the hip-hop world holding their collective breathe in anticipation.
Swizz Beats has saved some of his best production for the LOX's sophomore project. The producer who blazed tracks for platinum artists DMX, Jay-Z and EVE blesses the LOX with cuts like Y'all fucked Up Now, and IF U Know, which features Drag-On and Eve, that pack pure street drama. The LOX devour his frenetic beats and spit complex rhymes over his moving rhythms creating an energy which is unmatched in any genre of music today. Styles, Jadakiss, and Sheek also flex their muscles as solo performers on the album as well, proving that they are more than just a talented group, but they also possess superior skills as individual performers. Producers Premiere, Timbaland and P. Killer also contribute cuts to We Are the Streets adding their own unique flavors to the diverse mix.
We are the Streets stands to be one of the most important albums of the millenium because it was born out of a movement. A call was put out to the streets, to help give the LOX back their voice and save Hip-Hop from its downward spiral of self indulgence. The streets responded ferociously and the LOX are finally free. This album is a testament to the power of the Hip-Hop fans who supported the group through their difficult times. They are the reason that the Real LOX have returned. Music will never be the same.
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LOX Lyrics
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Two guns up motherfucker
Uh huh
Yeah
Niggaz runnin around yappin with dicks in they mouth
My Niggaz
Shit is serious L.O.X.
Couldn't even put three niggaz togehther and come up
Shit is fo' real
Yo
[Styles]
I pack a 4 5
Puff a blunt and get high
Don't give a fuck if I die 'cause my son is alive
I grew up doing dumb shit that made me wise
Could of died ten times
That made me live
Sell my soul
Not for no cars and gold
I been through it 'cause my scars is old
Remember the time
I used to puff dimes
And think the law was cold
Back then when my mom played my father's role
Now I'm a man
Runnin with a gun in the vest
It feel good with my son on my chest
I want to quit
But I'm one of the best
Fuck around I might run to the west
Lay low and get blunted to death
Niggaz is wack
I can't say it plainer than that
Dog you shine in the front but it rain in the back
Fuck the middle
'cause the middle do a lot and a little
Stuck in between but y'all niggaz won't see the riddle
Settle for less
A general but don't meddle my chest
Die for my niggas nevertheless
Can't find a nigga better than this
Kiss and the Louch
Every man ahead of the group
Regretting the coup
y'all niggas want the red in my boots
Hole in my shirt
Twist a nigga wig and leave me dead in the dirt
I see the rollie not move but the shit still work
Motherfucker that'll make you a jerk
Cocksucker
CHORUS:
Ay yo what y'all gon do now
y'all fucked up now
Niggas
How deep is your crew now
y'all fucked up now
Don't make us heat you down (you know what I'm sayin ?diego?)
y'all fucked up now (This ain't no fuckin joke niggas is hungry)
We the nicest niggas around (Fuck is wrong)
y'all fucked up now (yeah yeah ay yo ay yo ay yo)
[Sheek]
I pay off blue suits that's Sucio
And I put drugs in my girl koochie yo
A bad bitch that kill
So when you put the dogs on her you smell Massengill Summer's Eve
Puttin drugs in coffee hip to the D's
I play smarter
That's why my flights now be charter
Ten seater
What you know about a Porsche at a meter
Next to koochie freak those
Tickets keep those
And you can mail to my postbox down in Melrose
I ain't the nigga that you see
Posted on cop walls
I'm that eighteen and up
Mamis on my balls
y'all can't figure the great one
Sheek be Jason
Not cops
But that legendary nigga my pops
I bust shots like bums at a bar but far
>From a lush
Everything about this cat be plush
And I'm quick to do dirt since I'm through your shirt
Like nothing
Lift a arm I hit those under your wing
Yo why you following this cat
Hey he about to get pushed back
You could poke your chest out in the street
That's cool
But in a bing this fool
Was like Louis Rich meat
We don't run from y'all
We scatter for guns on y'all
What you know about two 380's inside a basketball
And when it's beef
Store on his side with burners on Coronas
We the best that ever did it
If you need us telephone us
What the fuck nigga
CHORUS
[Jadakiss]
Yo
A nigga want to go to war with Kiss
Find him a ditch
Old school niggas tell me I remind of rich
'cause I take the kids shopping and send em on bus trips
Hoppin out a rough six
With sweats and scuffed kicks
I supply all the dealers and tell em to stuff nix
I done signed every autograph and took every flick
I'm quite sure that I coulda hit
Every chick
But I didn't ones that I did gave em heavy dick
All day
The LOX flow hotter than broadway
Election time tryin na cop blow in the hallway
And their ain't enough plates for y'all to eat with me
Stingy nigga but I share my slugs equally
I put half where your waist at
And half where your face at
Yo we in from a new spot let somebody taste that
From your street rappin's only one of my plans
I got dirty south niggas payin a hundred a gram
And I could care less how much you shift the scan
However you get it you supposed to hit your man
But we don't hold the grudges
We control the budgets
And do whatever the fuck we want to do nigga fuck it
CHORUS
The Lox's song "Y'all F***ed up Now" is a powerful track that addresses the group's struggles and experiences growing up in the streets. The song starts with a confrontational intro, with a bold declaration that the Lox is not to be messed with. This theme continues throughout the track, with each member of the group sharing their own experiences and perspectives on life.
Styles P's verse highlights the sacrifices he has made for his son, and reminiscing about the times he has put his life on the line but lived to tell the tale. Sheek Louch's verse discusses his experience with the law and the lengths he'll go to protect himself, and Jadakiss's verse addresses his success and fame, as well as the jealousy it brings from others.
Throughout the song, the Lox emphasizes their status as among the top tier of rappers, with unforgettable lyrics and a unique style. The chorus repeatedly declares that those who cross the Lox have made a grave mistake, asserting the power of the group to take down their enemies.
Overall, "Y'all F***ed up Now" is a strong example of the Lox's capabilities as a group, showcasing their skills as lyricists and their experiences navigating life in the streets.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah
Expressing agreement and determination
Two guns up motherfucker
Asserting dominance and readiness for confrontation
Uh huh
Affirming and emphasizing the previous statement
Niggaz runnin around yappin with dicks in they mouth
Mocking those who talk excessively and foolishly
My Niggaz
Referring to his close friends and allies
Shit is serious L.O.X.
Highlighting the seriousness and importance of the situation
Couldn't even put three niggaz togehther and come up
Criticizing others for their lack of creativity and unity
With this combination (faggot)
Disparagingly addressing someone derogatorily
Shit is fo' real
Asserting the reality and gravity of the situation
Yo
Informal expression to grab attention
I pack a 4 5
Carrying a .45 caliber firearm
Puff a blunt and get high
Indulging in marijuana and experiencing its effects
Don't give a fuck if I die 'cause my son is alive
Showing disregard for personal safety due to the importance of his son's life
I grew up doing dumb shit that made me wise
Reflecting on past mistakes and how they contributed to personal growth
Could of died ten times
Acknowledging the numerous close encounters with death
That made me live
Acknowledging the value of surviving and staying alive
Sell my soul
Metaphorically sacrificing one's integrity or principles
Not for no cars and gold
Rejecting the idea of selling out for material possessions
I been through it 'cause my scars is old
Enduring and learning from past hardships, resulting in visible scars
Remember the time
Recalling a specific moment or period
I used to puff dimes
Smoking marijuana laced with cocaine
And think the law was cold
Perceiving the police as harsh and unyielding in the past
Back then when my mom played my father's role
Reflecting on a time when his mother assumed the responsibilities typically associated with a father
Now I'm a man
Asserting maturity and responsibility
Runnin with a gun in the vest
Carrying a concealed firearm for protection
It feel good with my son on my chest
Finding comfort and joy in the presence of his child
I want to quit
Expressing a desire to give up or retire
But I'm one of the best
Recognizing personal skill and talent
Fuck around I might run to the west
Contemplating a possible relocation to the western part of the country
Lay low and get blunted to death
Suggesting a period of relaxation and heavy drug use
Niggaz is wack
Criticizing others for being untalented or unimpressive
I can't say it plainer than that
Expressing the simplicity and clarity of his message
Dog you shine in the front but it rain in the back
Highlighting the discrepancy between someone's public image and their true reality
Fuck the middle
Rejecting a position of neutrality or mediocrity
'cause the middle do a lot and a little
Acknowledging the potential impact and influence of those in the middle
Stuck in between but y'all niggaz won't see the riddle
Asserting that others fail to understand the complexity of the situation
Settle for less
Accepting a lower standard or quality
A general but don't meddle my chest
Claiming a leadership role but warning against unwanted involvement
Die for my niggas nevertheless
Expressing unwavering loyalty and dedication to his friends
Can't find a nigga better than this
Boasting about his exceptional skills and qualities
Kiss and the Louch
Referring to himself (Jadakiss) and his fellow L.O.X. member (Sheek Louch)
Every man ahead of the group
Highlighting the individual excellence within the collective
Regretting the coup
Expressing dissatisfaction with the outcome or situation
y'all niggas want the red in my boots
Envious of his success and seeking to undermine him
Hole in my shirt
Having a bullet hole in his clothing, indicating past violence
Twist a nigga wig and leave me dead in the dirt
Threatening to harm or kill someone
I see the rollie not move but the shit still work
Observing a Rolex watch that appears stationary but still functions
Motherfucker that'll make you a jerk
Referring to an action or situation that exposes someone's foolishness or incompetence
Cocksucker
Insulting someone in a derogatory manner
Ay yo what y'all gon do now
Challenging or provoking others to take action
y'all fucked up now
Asserting that others have made a grave mistake
Niggas
Referring to individuals, typically males
How deep is your crew now
Questioning the loyalty and strength of their social circle
Don't make us heat you down (you know what I'm sayin ?diego?)
Warning against escalating the situation and facing dire consequences
We the nicest niggas around
Asserting superiority and skill over others
Fuck is wrong
Expressing frustration or confusion
We pay off blue suits that's Sucio
Bribing corrupt police officers with money
And we put drugs in my girl koochie yo
Hiding drugs in his girlfriend's vagina
A bad bitch that kill
Referring to his attractive and dangerous female companion
So when you put the dogs on her you smell Massengill Summer's Eve
Implying that his girlfriend uses feminine hygiene products to mask drug odor
Puttin drugs in coffee hip to the D's
Cleverly hiding drugs in coffee to avoid detection by law enforcement
I play smarter
Utilizing intelligence and strategy in his actions
That's why my flights now be charter
Opting for private charter flights to avoid unwanted attention
Ten seater
Referring to a private airplane with ten seats
What you know about a Porsche at a meter
Boasting about owning and driving a Porsche sports car
Next to koochie freak those
Desiring sexually provocative encounters near his luxury car
Tickets keep those
Ignoring parking or traffic violation tickets
And you can mail to my postbox down in Melrose
Directing others to send correspondence to his mailbox located in Melrose
I ain't the nigga that you see
Challenging preconceived notions and misconceptions about his character
Posted on cop walls
Having his image displayed on police wanted posters
I'm that eighteen and up
Referring to himself as a mature and respected individual
Mamis on my balls
Attracting and being desired by attractive women
y'all can't figure the great one
Others cannot comprehend his greatness and superiority
Sheek be Jason
Comparing himself (Sheek Louch) to Jason Voorhees, a fictional horror character known for his violence
Not cops
Distinguishing himself from law enforcement
But that legendary nigga my pops
Referring to his father as a legendary figure in his life
I bust shots like bums at a bar but far
Displaying his shooting accuracy and skill from a distance
From a lush
Inebriated or intoxicated state
Everything about this cat be plush
Revealing his luxurious and extravagant lifestyle
And I'm quick to do dirt since I'm through your shirt
Indicating a willingness to engage in violent activities
Like nothing
Performing violent acts without hesitation or remorse
Lift a arm I hit those under your wing
Targeting and eliminating associates or supporters of an enemy
Yo why you following this cat
Questioning someone's allegiance to him
Hey he about to get pushed back
Warning someone of the consequences they will face
You could poke your chest out in the street
Displaying false confidence and bravado in public
That's cool
Acknowledging the superficiality of someone's actions
But in a bing this fool
In prison, the individual's false bravado is meaningless
Was like Louis Rich meat
In prison, the individual was vulnerable and powerless
We don't run from y'all
Asserting that they don't flee or back down from confrontations
We scatter for guns on y'all
Quickly retrieving firearms to defend themselves against enemies
What you know about two 380's inside a basketball
Possessing and concealing two .380 caliber handguns inside a basketball
And when it's beef
Referring to a conflict or disagreement
Store on his side with burners on Coronas
Carrying firearms discreetly for protection
We the best that ever did it
Claiming to be the greatest in their field
If you need us telephone us
Offering their assistance and contact information
What the fuck nigga
Expressing frustration or disbelief
Yo
Informal expression to grab attention
A nigga want to go to war with Kiss
Facing a conflict or confrontation with Jadakiss
Find him a ditch
Threatening harm or violence
Old school niggas tell me I remind of rich
Receiving praise and recognition from older individuals
'cause I take the kids shopping and send em on bus trips
Demonstrating generosity and care towards children
Hoppin out a rough six
Stepping out of a rugged and luxurious vehicle
With sweats and scuffed kicks
Wearing comfortable clothing and worn-out sneakers
I supply all the dealers and tell em to stuff nix
Selling drugs to dealers and instructing them to hide or conceal the narcotics
I done signed every autograph and took every flick
Interacting with fans, signing autographs, and taking photographs
I'm quite sure that I coulda hit
Confident that he could have engaged in numerous sexual encounters
Every chick
Referring to women in general
But I didn't ones that I did gave em heavy dick
Experiencing sexual encounters with women but being selective
All day
Referring to an extended period of time
The LOX flow hotter than broadway
Claiming that their music and style is superior and more popular
Election time tryin na cop blow in the hallway
Using political power or connections to avoid legal consequences
And their ain't enough plates for y'all to eat with me
Expressing dominance and scarcity of resources
Stingy nigga but I share my slugs equally
Being unwilling to share material possessions but willing to distribute violence fairly
I put half where your waist at
Aiming to injure or kill someone by targeting their midsection
And half where your face at
Targeting someone's head or face for harm
Yo we in from a new spot let somebody taste that
Introducing a new location and inviting others to experience it
From your street rappin's only one of my plans
Highlighting that music is just one aspect of his life and ambitions
I got dirty south niggas payin a hundred a gram
Receiving significant payment for drugs from individuals in the southern United States
And I could care less how much you shift the scan
Being indifferent to others' attempts to deceive or manipulate him
However you get it you supposed to hit your man
Emphasizing the importance of loyalty and protecting one's associates
But we don't hold the grudges
Choosing not to harbor long-lasting resentment or animosity
We control the budgets
Exerting financial control and influence
And do whatever the fuck we want to do nigga fuck it
Exercising freedom and autonomy in their actions and decisions
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DARRIN DEAN, DAVID STYLES, JASON PHILLIPS, KASSEEM DEAN, SEAN JACOBS
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