Founded in late 1994 with no intention to record an album, La Coka Nostra was more a loose collective of artists connected through Danny Boy than a group. Having taken time off from rap after the break-up of House of Pain, Danny Boy took to working in video production and fashion as well as mentoring other artists. He met Slaine in Boston and, impressed with his writing, brought him to L.A. to record some tracks. Eventually it turned into more of a group effort including the former members of House of Pain and Ill Bill, as well as associates from Psycho Realm, Special Teamz and others. It was not until early 2006 that an actual line up solidified. Plans to release an album were first voiced later the same year.
In late 2008, the group signed to Suburban Noize Records and released the long delayed debut album A Brand You Can Trust on July 14, 2009. The album took so long to complete due to Danny Boy's refusal to have the members collaborate via e-mail; instead, he would gather everyone at the studio. This took time due to the recording of Ill Bill and Everlast's solo albums as well as various tours and other commitments. A Brand You Can Trust features fifteen tracks and guest appearances from Snoop Dogg, Bun B, Sick Jacken, B-Real, Sen Dog, Immortal Technique, Big Left and Q-Unique. Though similar stylistically to the group's prior online releases, it features songs grounded more in reality. Subjects touched upon include politics, death, drug addiction, raising a child and terrorism.
On March 2, 2012, it was announced that Everlast would be leaving La Coka Nostra due to his daughter's medical issues.
Bang Bang
La Coka Nostra Lyrics
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Put their face on the curb, you gots to bang bang
They either take what you got or they're blowing up the spot
I don't care if he's a cop, you gots to bang bang
Jealousy is a bitch, if he twitch he's a snitch
Trigger finger got the itch, you gots to bang bang
You wanna fuck with my gang? We'll be bringing you the pain
They say the pen's like a sword right before my sawed-off
Shotty was born, knock on your door, pop your entire mind on the floor
Murder the usual clients just to gain the acceptance
Of a circle of super tyrants in a race for weapons
Most popular of course the AK-47
Bought a dirty bomb for nine hundred K in North Yemen
We the shifty-faced personification of militants
Facilitate pistols spray incredible distance
Behind the scenes of intrigue and the cult technology
Orchestrating chaos catapult fear in society
Seeds are planted, deceit and evil seize the planet
Make your choice, feast or famine, we creep with cannons
And spray everything like a fire truck and such
Still smoking like somebody just sparked up a dutch
Or the Branch Davidian compound around town
Doomsday can start now, motherfucker count down
If they're taking what you earn and you always getting burned
Put their face on the curb, you gots to bang bang
They either take what you got or they're blowing up the spot
I don't care if he's a cop, you gots to bang bang
Jealousy is a bitch, if he twitch he's a snitch
Trigger finger got the itch, you gots to bang bang
You wanna fuck with my gang? We'll be bringing you the pain
It ain't ever gonna change
Recognise, analyze, mobilize, analyze the great white hope
Irish pope being canonized
The portrait's painted, about to get sainted
Any single kingdom you from I'll reign it
The hustle been tainted, the plot's been foiled
The whole world sold out, you all got spoiled
I spit that flame, I spark that fire
All the woods bow down and they call me sire
I'm the true peckerwood, Caucasoid messiah
I'm a crazy baldhead, death's when I retire
You can't burn my kingdom if it's made of fire
You was born from a bitch, so you was born a liar
If they're taking what you earn and you always getting burned
Put their face on the curb, you gots to bang bang
They either take what you got or they're blowing up the spot
I don't care if he's a cop, you gots to bang bang
Jealousy is a bitch, if he twitch he's a snitch
Trigger finger got the itch, you gots to bang bang
You wanna fuck with my gang? We'll be bringing you the pain
It ain't ever gonna change
Yeah, I ain't here to talk it out man, fuck a dialogue
I'm an enemy, you want a friend? Go and buy a dog
If the methods to my madness is idiotic
And violence is a disease and everybody in my city got it
I pack a banger and I hang around with crooks
Who run across the country making money off the books
I'm gluttonous and greedy just as hungry as it looks
I seen they wouldn't feed me so I took it like a jux, gimme that
My eyes are open, head is racing forever
Got an army behind me, a federation of terror
They can blindly define me as the insomniac zombie
Who shot ya, look at ya, you remind me of Gandhi
It goes three times in the chest, point blank range
Forty-four right on the back like Danny Ange
The cocaine makes my brain so strange
One up in the chamber, let the bullets go bang
If they're taking what you earn and you always getting burned
Put their face on the curb, you gots to bang bang
They either take what you got or they're blowing up the spot
I don't care if he's a cop, you gots to bang bang
Jealousy is a bitch, if he twitch he's a snitch
Trigger finger got the itch, you gots to bang bang
You wanna fuck with my gang? We'll be bringing you the pain
It ain't ever gonna change
La Coka Nostra, La Coka Nostra
La Coka Nostra, La Coka Nostra
La Coka Nostra, La Coka Nostra
The song "Bang Bang" by La Coka Nostra talks about taking control of your own life and standing up to those who try to take advantage of you. The lyrics speak of the need to use violence to defend oneself against those who would harm you, even if they are law enforcement. The song touches on themes of jealousy, power, and greed, as well as the destructive nature of violence and the desire for control.
The lyrics also reference the use of weapons, specifically guns, and the potential for them to cause mass destruction. The lines about purchasing a dirty bomb and orchestrating chaos may allude to terrorism and the fear of extremist groups. The song wraps up with a message of unity among the members of La Coka Nostra, a rap group formed in the early 2000s.
Overall, "Bang Bang" is a powerful and intense song that touches on themes of violence, control, and the need to take a stand against those who would do harm.
Line by Line Meaning
If they're taking what you earn and you always getting burned
Put their face on the curb, you gots to bang bang
If someone takes away what you rightfully earned and keeps treating you unfairly, take control and fight back
They either take what you got or they're blowing up the spot
I don't care if he's a cop, you gots to bang bang
Your enemies will either take your belongings or destroy your surroundings. Even if your enemy is a law enforcement officer, you need to defend yourself.
Jealousy is a bitch, if he twitch he's a snitch
Trigger finger got the itch, you gots to bang bang
Jealousy can make people betray you. If they even twitch, they might be informing against you. It's better to be safe than sorry, so stay ready to fight.
You wanna fuck with my gang? We'll be bringing you the pain
It ain't ever gonna change
If somebody messes with your gang, they're gonna feel the consequences. They shouldn't expect anything different.
They say the pen's like a sword right before my sawed-off
Shotty was born, knock on your door, pop your entire mind on the floor
Murder the usual clients just to gain the acceptance
Of a circle of super tyrants in a race for weapons
People might say that the pen is mightier than the sword, but for me, it's the sawed-off shotgun that's most powerful. I'll use it to kill anyone who opposes me and gain acceptance from other dangerous people.
Most popular of course the AK-47
Bought a dirty bomb for nine hundred K in North Yemen
We the shifty-faced personification of militants
Facilitate pistols spray incredible distance
Some weapons are more popular than others, like the AK-47. We even bought a dirty bomb from North Yemen. We represent the sneaky and dangerous nature of militants, and we have pistols that can shoot far distances.
Behind the scenes of intrigue and the cult technology
Orchestrating chaos catapult fear in society
Seeds are planted, deceit and evil seize the planet
Make your choice, feast or famine, we creep with cannons
We operate behind the scenes using mysterious technology to create chaos and instill fear in society. We sow seeds of deceit and evil to take over the world. You can choose to submit to us, but we always have our weapons on hand to use against you.
And spray everything like a fire truck and such
Still smoking like somebody just sparked up a dutch
Or the Branch Davidian compound around town
Doomsday can start now, motherfucker count down
We'll spray bullets everywhere, like a fire truck would spray water. We're still making trouble even after smoking marijuana. We reference the Branch Davidian compound in Waco, Texas, as a warning that doomsday could happen at any moment.
Recognise, analyze, mobilize, analyze the great white hope
Irish pope being canonized
The portrait's painted, about to get sainted
Any single kingdom you from I'll reign it
We're the group you need to recognize, analyze, and mobilize against. We reference the recent canonization of an Irish pope to show that we're always changing the game. We're about to become saints, and we can take over any kingdom we want.
The hustle been tainted, the plot's been foiled
The whole world sold out, you all got spoiled
I spit that flame, I spark that fire
All the woods bow down and they call me sire
The plan to make money has been ruined, and everyone is corrupt. I'm the one who starts the fire and people look up to me as their leader.
I'm the true peckerwood, Caucasoid messiah
I'm a crazy baldhead, death's when I retire
You can't burn my kingdom if it's made of fire
You was born from a bitch, so you was born a liar
I'm the real deal - the white messiah. I'm a wild and crazy man, and I won't stop until I'm dead. You can't defeat me because my kingdom is built on my raw power. Oh, and also you were born from a female dog, so you're just prone to lying.
Yeah, I ain't here to talk it out man, fuck a dialogue
I'm an enemy, you want a friend? Go and buy a dog
If the methods to my madness is idiotic
And violence is a disease and everybody in my city got it
I'm not interested in talking things out - I'm your enemy. Don't come to me looking for a friend. If you think I'm acting crazy, it's because that's the only way to survive in this violent city.
Contributed by Alexander E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
rapteddy8
"If the methods to my madness is idiotic, If violence is a disease then everybody in my city got it" -Slaine "Me being a virgin thats idiotic, If Big L got the AIDS every cutie in the city got it" -Big L very similar, both sick as fuck. all four tracks from the new album are amazing! KEEP IT UP! See you guys in LA at Rock The Bells! AUGUST 8TH
peteregor
Yeah! Real bangin' track! Can't wait for the album... LCN all day everyday-worldwide :-)
Isen89
sick man, and even better it has just got my roommates hooked onto listening to some more la coka nostra
vinztube
Damn. Way better than expected. 10/10
Lucid Grip
This shit rocks!
ChrisBlueDreamz
Fuck ! Yes ! Can't wait for it !
reezer82
crazy... snoop lines are dope! see you in frauenfeld/switzerland july the 11th.
neilx666
oh yeah !!!! LA COKA NOSTRA A BRAND YOU CAN TRUST !!!!!
Gr1Ng00
very ill instrumental .. like it !
Draco Howe
sick shit.