Hiding Place
Little Brother Lyrics

(Where you gonna hide?)
Asking the listener where they will seek shelter or escape from the challenges that they face in life.

Rapper
Referring to themselves as skilled lyricists and performers in the hip-hop genre.

Dilla Dog, Jay Dee
Paying homage to the late J Dilla, a renowned producer and member of Little Brother.

Elzhi
Referring to another member of Little Brother, known for his distinct rapping style.

Phonte
Referring to yet another member of Little Brother, known for his lyrical abilities.

Another little brother presentation
Introducing the song as another offering from Little Brother, the group behind the track.

Sending this out across the nation
Dedicating the song to their fans and supporters across the country.

I'm a hell of a problem, nobody has the answer
Asserting their significant impact and influence within the hip-hop community, with no one being able to match their skills.

Pooh be spreading out, like a body of cancer
Highlighting the widening reach and impact of Big Pooh, one of the members of Little Brother, similar to the spread of cancer cells.

My stanza, get it going like a car, (vroom)
Referring to their verses as the engine that propels their music forward, likening it to the sound of a revving car engine.

Usher in the new era, like this y'all (this y'all)
Bringing in a fresh approach to hip-hop, ushering in a new era of the genre.

I'm raw stripped down, no minerals
Presenting their authentic and unfiltered self, without any unnecessary additives or embellishments.

A distilled emcee, no chemicals
Characterizing themselves as a pure and refined emcee, free from any artificial elements.

No subliminals
Stating that their messages and intentions in their music are clear and straightforward, without any hidden or subliminal meanings.

A smooth criminal before the rape charge
Describing their smooth and skillful approach to their craft, before any controversy or negative events tarnished their reputation.

I, shake and bake, bring terror to your squad
Asserting their ability to unsettle and intimidate their opponents or rivals in the music industry.

My, pen's ferocious
Highlighting the power and intensity of their writing, with their pen being likened to a fierce beast.

I'm so focused and
Emphasizing their unwavering dedication and concentration on their craft.

I pray to God that the world knows this
Expressing their hope and desire for their talent and impact to be recognized and appreciated on a global scale.

Exposes flaws in your scheme dog
Pointing out and revealing weaknesses or flaws in the plans or strategies of their adversaries.

Me and Dilla go hard, my Lord
Acknowledging the collective effort and dedication between the artist and J Dilla, emphasizing their commitment and passion for their art.

You don't want know problems (problems)
Warning others that they shouldn't provoke or challenge them, as it would lead to unfavorable consequences.

I'm a nigga that'll solve 'em (solve 'em)
Confidently claiming that they possess the ability to resolve or overcome any issues or challenges that come their way.

Without a doubt, ya
Asserting their unwavering certainty and confidence in their abilities and their impact on the music industry.

I'm in the booth, cold knockin niggas out
Describing their presence in the recording booth as powerful and impactful, capable of surpassing their peers.

Tell my tales by word of mouth
Referring to the way their music spreads and resonates with people, spreading through word of mouth and storytelling.

Ya, you know me
Asserting that they are a familiar and well-known figure in the music industry.

Don't compare me to jokes
Rejecting any comparisons to lesser or inferior artists, emphasizing their uniqueness and talent.

I'll strangle the air in your throat
Expressing their ability to dominate and overpower their opponents, stifling their efforts and limiting their impact.

Like you jump from a chair and choke
Drawing a comparison to the feeling of being caught off guard and suffocated, similar to choking after unexpectedly jumping from a chair.

In mid-air from a rope
Portraying the intensity and suddenness of their attack, leaving their adversaries feeling helpless and suspended in a state of vulnerability.

Got a big gun and carry a scope
Asserting their possession of a powerful weapon, equipped with a scope for precision and accuracy.

The flare of the smoke
Referring to the visual effect of the smoke emitted when firing the weapon, adding to the intimidation and impact of their actions.

Keep niggas quiet like words that librarians spoke
Silencing their opponents or detractors, rendering them speechless and unable to articulate a response.

I'm arrogant, outlandish
Expressing a sense of self-confidence and audacity in their craft and persona.

Blow your face out, and shake out the dandruff
Portraying their ability to deliver powerful lyrics that have a profound impact on their listeners, potentially leaving them stunned and uncontrollably shaking.

The jakes won't make out the handprints
Suggesting that despite their actions or presence, they are able to avoid being identified or linked to any wrongdoing or illegal activities.

I'm as real as it gets, with the steel and the clips
Claiming to be authentic and genuine, ready to defend themselves or their art with literal or metaphorical weapons.

Buck and make niggas duck, and kneel and do splits
Asserting their ability to intimidate and overpower their opponents to the point where they cower or submit, emphasizing their dominance.

It gets no realer than this
Stating that their authenticity and realness cannot be surpassed or questioned.

Its Tay and Elzhi dropping that definitive shit
Referring to themselves, Tay and Elzhi, as creators of music that establishes a definitive standard or example.

This should have been a double album commemorative disc
Expressing the significance and quality of the song, suggesting that it could have been released as a special double album.

Cause hip-hop might need us
Implies that their presence and contribution to hip-hop is important and necessary for the genre's continued growth and relevance.

And in your town, no telling where you might see us
Alluding to the widespread recognition and potential encounters with them as they travel and perform in various locations.

My whole team coming through in tees and wife beaters
Describing their crew, who dress casually, wearing t-shirts and tank tops.

Out, doin their damn thing like beavers
Indicating that they are active and hardworking, just like beavers who are known for their industrious nature.

Yo, its P to the H-O, I finish the job
Identifying themselves as Phonte, ready to complete any task or responsibility.

Plus my Dominican Broad
Mentioning their Dominican partner or companion, possibly referring to a romantic relationship or collaborative effort.

Making me chili con queso
Indulging in a cheesy and spicy dish, possibly symbolizing their enjoyment of their partnership or the positive outcomes it brings.

Work and plan a perfect verse
Describing their process of crafting a flawless and precise verse through careful planning and effort.

Then burst like a person
Metaphorically comparing their delivery and impact to the sudden release of energy, similar to a person bursting into action.

That jerked from a circus cannon
Emphasizing the explosiveness and excitement of their performance, akin to being propelled from a circus cannon.

Then landed to the earth
Depicting their return to the ground after an exhilarating and awe-inspiring display, ready for their impact to be felt.

Its me on the song, featured your fleet
Asserting their dominant presence on the track, overshadowing any other artists who may appear as feature acts.

Breathing as strong
Illustrating their vitality and power, able to sustain their impressive performance without faltering.

It's a gypsy reading a palm
Comparing themselves to a fortune teller, capable of interpreting and predicting the future through their art and lyrics.

With a drawn heater
Referring to themselves as armed and dangerous, equipped with a gun ready for action.

Never gone off the wrong reefer
Stating that they remain focused and unaffected by negative influences or distractions.

A bong chief of the don
Portraying themselves as the leader or authority figure in the realm of smoking marijuana using a bong.

Ball as long as LeBron's bronze sneakers
Comparing their success and influence to that of LeBron James, an NBA player known for his longevity and dominance in the sport.

Got ways of a thuggie, thinking I won't come and get you
Warns others not to underestimate them, as they possess the demeanor and tactics of a thug, capable of seeking revenge or retribution.

Dressed like a bum with pistols and AK's in the buggy
Describing their appearance as disheveled and casual, concealing their weapons like pistols and AK-47s in a dune buggy, combining their nonchalant demeanor with deadly capabilities.

And Tay is blazing it lovely, cause I'm one with the game
Portraying their seamless integration and mastery of the hip-hop game, particularly in terms of their style and delivery.

So I sat back, chilled, dropped Foreign Exchange
Reflecting on their past accomplishments, referencing their album release titled 'Foreign Exchange.'

And a lot of rap niggas got lost
Suggesting that their fellow rap artists lost their way or lost relevance, while they remained focused and true to their craft.

Heard Phontigga carrying tunes and assumed he don got soft
Addressing the misconception that Phonte, one of the group members, had become soft or less talented due to his involvement in other genres of music.

They didn't understand it was my next direction
Explaining that their exploration of different musical directions was a deliberate and thoughtful choice, meant to showcase their versatility and creativity.

So I'm playing postman and addressing questions
Taking on the role of a postman, delivering their answers and responses to the questions or doubts raised by others about their music and choices.

Like, yes I'm still a LB, no I'm not leaving
Assuring their fans and followers that they are still part of Little Brother and dedicated to the group, despite their individual pursuits.

No I don't eat meat, but yes I'm still beefin
Addressing the misconception that their decision not to consume meat translates to them lacking the desire or ability to engage in conflict or rivalry.

But all these wack niggas putting records out
Expressing their frustration with the abundance of subpar or mediocre artists releasing music, contrasting their own superior quality.

This is all live nigga, check it out
Asserting that their music and performance indeed happen in real-time, urging listeners to witness and experience it for themselves.

LB, S Villa fam on a mission
Referring to Little Brother and their associated crew as they embark on a collective mission or goal.

And I ain't worried about people biting 'Minstrel Show'
Showing their indifference towards others imitating or copying their successful album 'Minstrel Show,' as it does not affect their own growth or originality.

They still teething on 'The Listening'
Implying that some artists are still in the early stages of their development, relying on the influence and impact of Little Brother's debut album 'The Listening.'

Where you gonna hide?
Reiterating the initial question and prompting the listener to consider how they will face or overcome challenges in life.

When the sun goes down, and the lights in the city get low
Picturing a scenario where darkness falls and the city lights dim, symbolizing a time of uncertainty and vulnerability.

Where you gonna hide?
Repeating the question to emphasize the need for a plan or strategy in facing difficult situations.

When your peeps ain't around, and there ain't no place to go
Describing a situation where one's support network is absent, leaving them with nowhere to turn or seek solace.

Where you gonna hide?
Reiterating the question, highlighting the urgency and importance of finding a safe haven or solution.

When the hood starts watchin, and the boys got they eye on your safe
Depicting a scenario where one's own community or adversaries closely monitor their actions, putting them at risk or under surveillance.

Where you gonna hide?
Repeating the question, acknowledging that there may be limited options for escaping or evading scrutiny and danger.

Ain't nowhere to run, and there ain't no hiding place
Emphasizing the lack of escape or refuge, signifying that one must confront and address their challenges directly, with no way to avoid or evade them.