As a kid, Howse grew up on the streets of Cleveland. He was caught selling drugs and was given the option of either being sent to jail or to Texas with his uncle and aunt. He went to Texas and met "Wish Bone" during his trip. When he returned to Cleveland, he told Krayzie Bone, Bizzy Bone, and Wish Bone about the idea (the bone theme). They later formed B.O.N.E. Enterprise which later became Bone Thugs-N-Harmony.
Howse is the brother of Flesh-N-Bone and the cousin of Wish Bone. Layzie Bone is currently married to Mo Thugs member Felecia Lindsey-Howse. He has two sons, Steven and Jeremy, he also had a son who is now deceased, Tyrone.
Layzie Bone's latest album "Thugz Nation" was released march 2008.
Bäng
Layzie Bone Lyrics
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You dont want it to come down to that bang bang bang
You dont wanna run in with me mang a tang
You dont want it to come down to that bang bang bang
In the middle of the drama
Im da one that done bomb ya
Dont mean to alarm ya
Eat niggas alive like a pack of paranas
Aint never been calmer
Plus i heard about karma
Just figgured id warn ya
From the always down back to california
Nigga heat n heavy like a knight in armor
Perfectly honest i dont want no drama so nigga just leave
Let the door hit you at
Where the lord split you at
Why you still standn on your feet feet
You dont wanna run in with me mang a tang
You dont want it to come down to that bang bang bang
Light em up a nigga knock em down
Little bitty ole me go pound for pound
Round for round
Imma show a nigga how to burry you unda da ground
When the thunda sound off
And leave these niggas dead again
Im gonna be the one standing like a vietnam veteran
Dont try to press your luck
I dont wanna fuck you up
Cuz i got alot to loose
I aint trying to lose my buzz
If i get fed up better find somewhere to hide out
These killas dont mind to let up so nigga you better just ride out
You dont wanna run in with me mang a tang
You dont want it to come down to that bang bang bang
You dont wanna run in with me mang a tang
You dont want it to come down to that bang bang bang
You dont wanna run in with me mang a tang (yous a gangst boi)
You dont want it to come down to that bang bang bang
In Layzie Bone's song Bang, he's pretty much warning anyone who thinks of trying to start something with him. It's evident in the repeated lines "You don't wanna run in with me mang a tang; You don't want it to come down to that bang bang bang." By "mang a tang", he means, "making a fuss, causing a problem" as it is a slang term that originates from Jamaican patois. Layzie Bone boasts of being calm in the midst of drama and having faced karma, warns the antagonist to be mindful of the consequences of their actions.
In the second verse, he continues on his theme of being able to handle whatever comes his way. He offers advice to anyone harboring a notion of trying to mess with him to think otherwise. His tone is more contemplative, and he gives the impression that he doesn't want any trouble but won't back out if need be. The "thunder soundoff" might signify the start of something violent and possibly fatal. As the line goes, "I'm gonna be the one standing like a Vietnam veteran," which might mean he'll be victorious.
Line by Line Meaning
You dont wanna run in with me mang a tang
You don't want to encounter me, because I am capable of causing harm.
You dont want it to come down to that bang bang bang
You don't want the situation to escalate to a violent confrontation with me.
In the middle of the drama
In the midst of chaos and conflict.
Im da one that done bomb ya
I am the one who has attacked you.
Dont mean to alarm ya
I don't want to frighten you, but I am still a threat.
Eat niggas alive like a pack of paranas
I consume my opponents completely, like a swarm of predatory fish.
More drama than your baby momma
I am involved in more conflicts than the mother of your child.
Aint never been calmer
Despite the violent nature of my actions, I remain composed.
Plus i heard about karma
I am aware of the concept of retribution for one's actions.
Just figgured id warn ya
I am giving you fair notice, so you cannot say you were not informed.
From the always down back to california
I am known for my violent tendencies even in my home state of California.
Nigga heat n heavy like a knight in armor
I am heavily armed and protected, like a medieval knight.
Perfectly honest i dont want no drama so nigga just leave
To be honest, I don't want any trouble, so you should just go.
Let the door hit you at
You should leave quickly and without delay.
Where the lord split you at
You should leave so quickly that the door hits you on your way out.
Why you still standn on your feet feet
Why are you still standing here, when you should be making a swift exit?
Light em up a nigga knock em down
I will shoot and kill my opponents without hesitation.
Little bitty ole me go pound for pound
Despite my small stature, I am just as capable of violence as anyone else.
Round for round
In a fight, I can go toe-to-toe with my opponent.
Imma show a nigga how to burry you unda da ground
I am going to demonstrate how to bury someone underground.
When the thunda sound off
When violence is initiated, I am ready to respond with equal force.
And leave these niggas dead again
I am capable of killing my opponents repeatedly, without remorse.
Im gonna be the one standing like a vietnam veteran
After the smoke clears, I will be the only one left standing, like a soldier who has survived a war.
Dont try to press your luck
Do not test me, if you value your life.
I dont wanna fuck you up
I do not wish to inflict harm upon you, but I also will not hesitate if I need to defend myself.
Cuz i got alot to loose
I have much to lose if I were to be incarcerated or injured in a fight.
I aint trying to lose my buzz
I do not want to lose the pleasant feeling that comes from alcohol or drug consumption.
If i get fed up better find somewhere to hide out
If I become frustrated or angry, it would be wise for you to seek safety elsewhere.
These killas dont mind to let up so nigga you better just ride out
The people I associate with are not hesitant to use extreme violence, so if you value your life you should leave immediately.
You dont wanna run in with me mang a tang (yous a gangst boi)
I advise you to avoid any physical altercation with me, as it would end poorly for you due to my experience and violent nature.
You dont want it to come down to that bang bang bang
In conclusion, you do not want to escalate the situation to a violent confrontation with me, as the results would not be in your favor.
Contributed by Connor F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@dendogg55
Nice!!!
@killinemharshly
@ETube37 thats truly something hard to do being as how bones whole style is flowing off beat
@ETube37
Awesome...someone needs to take bone's flow and put em on some better beats!
@miomina12
Cool
@BoneThugsNL
cool