It all started with BFAP (now known as Sunspot Jonz) and Luckyiam.PSC, who laid claim to the name of Mystik Journeymen in the early 1990s. By '94 they were locally legendary for throwing Underground Survivors shows, houseparty style at their loft - 4001 San Leandro Boulevard in East Oakland. That's where the Grouch hooked up with the Journeymen in 1995, just before they took off on their renowned first European tour.
Around the same time in the southern part of the state, Mid-city Los Angeles to be exact, 3 Melancholy Gypsys (Murs, Scarub & Eligh) were part of the almost mythic Log Cabin crew going back to 1993. Log Cabin later broke up and the Gypsys wandered separately. As it turned out, the 3 would cross paths again in the Bay Area and became Living Legends.
Aesop came to Oakland from Fresno, Arata from Osaka, and Bicasso from various points, East, West and elsewhere...
In 1999 the Legends shifted their center of gravity to Los Angeles, but their presence has definitely not diminished in Oakland and the Bay. You know it makes no difference where they stay because the universe revolves around them anyway. Over the years, the Journeymen and the Legends have rocked Europe, Japan, Australia and Canada numerous times, plus they've toured the USA, north and south, east coast, west coast and beyond ...
In the years since the Legends have continued releasing solo and crew projects and now have a catalog of over 50 full-length albums and numerous singles.
Night Prowler
Living Legends Lyrics
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You don't know me but you'd like to
Why'd you think I stood beside you?
Not concerned with how this might fall
Nature become prowl at nightfall
(Grouch)
When the sun begins to dim
And the mood prepares to sway
That's where another way lies
Glow of the liquor store lights
Set the scene for no rights
Let's convene, discuss the scheme
And hope it flows how we dream
Tonight can make or break you if you let it
Someone set it out for you to let it out
Now don't regret it
Get embedded to the back drop
Positioned there with your cash crop
Envision night as the last stop
Don't miss the train
It's time to gain, strain, aim, fire
Blame, reign, fuck and then retire
I'm liar past eleven, after one I'm on the run
Till the sun comes up tomorrow
I'm working, you're having fun
Not too devious, but that's me
Spontaneous if you ask me
But then again, I'm blending in.
(Sunspot)
Step to the beat, walk to the beat
Talk to the beat, live to the beat
Rock to the beat, fuck to the beat
Dance to the beat, pay to the beat
Fight to the beat, you get l-l-lost to the beat
Police walk the beat, kill to the beat
Steel to the heat, terrorize kill no retreat
Prowl to the beat, how did a V-O weak scandal oh spray vandal
Walk the streets I hear footsteps on the streets
Someone's following me on the streets
Like racism on the streets
Can't even have a new car on the streets
Police prowl on the streets
They got you sittin' on the streets
Runnin' ya L's, what in the hell?
Runnin' on tell, they see a black man they get scared as hell
Like did somebody escape from jail
You feel em' prowlin' when you walkin'
Some rooms when you walk in like boom
I wanna just break shit, I wanna re-create shit
I wanna take shit you say and use it against you
Act a damn fool like crackheads do
Like your mama do
[Chorus](Slug)
You don't know me but you'd like to
Why'd you think I stood beside you?
Not concerned with how this might fall
Nature become prowl at nightfall
(Slug)
Dusk, thus the beginning is on until dawn
Trust regardless of the daily
Really nothings wrong
I'm still breathin' and here's another evening
From the fortress
I leave for my course of tonight's achievements
There's no grievance in my pocket
Just a couple of dollars, a pen and hopefully my wallet
Because my man over here has got the hook up at the front door
Long as my ID's right what more could they want for?
Yeah we in there
Like fluoride, off the wall on the left side
A room full of pride, I'm consumed by the tune applied
This fuckin' DJ is tight man
I can already feel the minutes being added to my life span
MC Lyte paper thin drink tickets from the staff
Now it's time to make a friend and see if I can make her laugh
Hey princess, I got a lot of dialog
So I'm gonna line it up for you to get high and try to follow
Light up another false sense of security
Play a game of twenty questions
You can test my purity
And as the world comes down on me
And as I go down on herâ?¦ night prowler
(PSC)
I'm out when the freaks come out
Way after dusk
After the time when the opening acts get they time to bust
The nightshift I prowl and observe like the owl
Surroundings minus the scowl
Wise and well endowed
In the mental! Well renowned
Ghetto pass every town
PSC! Nice 2 meet you, oh you know about this wow!
Your ex-boyfriend showed you all about this how?
Can I thank him for training such a beauty
It fits my style
Compliments exchanged
Plus 5 dollars change
Signed my name on the poster
And I kept it in the holster like I'm supposed ta
Now, what would you do in the clutch
If you get a pussy hug after dusk?
[Chorus](Slug)
You don't know me but you'd like to
Why'd you think I stood beside you?
Not concerned with how this might fall
Nature become prowl at nightfall
The Living Legends' song Night Prowler is a vivid portrayal of the evening's exhilarating adventures that lead to spontaneity and liberation. The chorus is the singer's response to people who believe they know them well. The singer proclaims that they are unaware of his identity, but they still want to be around him. The first and second verses tell a story that begins with sundown and is augmented with bleak liquor store lights. The verse then progresses into a monologue that sets the tone for the chorus. The verse's mood is dark and intense, with a rebel-like undertone.
In the third verse, Slug's mood shifts, and it becomes more relaxed and light-hearted. He talks about his evening's plans to have fun, going to clubs, and meeting new people. In the fourth verse, PSC describes his night prowling habits and ends the song on a positive note.
The song's lyrics come together to convey a message of living in the moment, seizing opportunities, and not being so concerned with the future's consequences. The song focuses on the darkness escalating at night as if it becomes an entity in itself, whereas people become its prowling subjects.
Line by Line Meaning
You don't know me but you'd like to
You are intrigued by me even though we are strangers
Why'd you think I stood beside you?
I am not interested in your approval or opinions
Not concerned with how this might fall
I am not worried about the consequences of my actions
Nature become prowl at nightfall
The darkness of night brings out a different side of me
When the sun begins to dim
As the day ends
And eventually the day dies
And finally, the day comes to an end
And the mood prepares to sway
And the atmosphere begins to change
That's where another way lies
That's when a different path presents itself
Glow of the liquor store lights
The illuminated liquor store creates an ambiance
Set the scene for no rights
Creates an environment where rules are disregarded
Let's convene, discuss the scheme
Let's come together and talk about our plan
And hope it flows how we dream
And hope that our plan goes as we envisioned
Tonight can make or break you if you let it
The events of tonight can have a significant impact on your life if you allow it
Someone set it out for you to let it out
Someone laid out the situation for you to act upon
Now don't regret it
Now, don't feel remorseful about your actions
Get embedded to the backdrop
Blend in with the surroundings
Positioned there with your cash crop
Placed there with your source of income
Envision night as the last stop
See the night as the final destination
Don't miss the train
Don't miss out on the opportunities
It's time to gain, strain, aim, fire
It's time to achieve, exert effort, aim, and take action
Blame, reign, fuck and then retire
Take responsibility, dominate, enjoy yourself, and then withdraw
I'm liar past eleven, after one I'm on the run
I enjoy deceiving others late at night, and after a certain time, I become elusive
Till the sun comes up tomorrow
Until the next morning
I'm working, you're having fun
While I am occupied with my tasks, you are enjoying yourself
Not too devious, but that's me
I'm not excessively cunning, but that's my nature
Spontaneous if you ask me
I'm inclined to act spontaneously if you inquire about it
But then again, I'm blending in
But at the same time, I am assimilating with the environment
Step to the beat, walk to the beat
Move in rhythm with the music
Talk to the beat, live to the beat
Converse or express yourself in sync with the music
Rock to the beat, fuck to the beat
Enjoy or engage in sexual activities synchronized with the music
Dance to the beat, pay to the beat
Move your body rhythmically or make financial transactions according to the music
Fight to the beat, you get l-l-lost to the beat
Engage in a physical altercation while getting completely immersed in the music
Police walk the beat, kill to the beat
Police officers patrol the area while ready to use force if necessary
Steel to the heat, terrorize kill no retreat
Carry weapons to intimidate and kill without any intention of surrendering
Prowl to the beat, how did a V-O weak scandal oh spray vandal
Move stealthily while causing mischief or destruction, leaving your mark
Walk the streets I hear footsteps on the streets
As I walk, I hear the sound of footsteps around me
Someone's following me on the streets
It seems like someone is tailing me in the streets
Like racism on the streets
Similar to the presence of racism in society
Can't even have a new car on the streets
Can't even possess a new car without it being targeted or stolen in the streets
Police prowl on the streets
Police patrol the streets, searching for potential troublemakers
They got you sittin' on the streets
They have you detained or stopped on the streets
Runnin' ya L's, what in the hell?
Chasing after criminals or trying to apprehend suspects
Runnin' on tell, they see a black man they get scared as hell
Informing on others, especially when dealing with Black individuals, causes them extreme fear
Like did somebody escape from jail
As if someone has just escaped from prison
You feel em' prowlin' when you walkin'
You sense their presence as you walk
Some rooms when you walk in like boom
In certain places, when you enter, it feels intense
I wanna just break shit, I wanna re-create shit
I have an urge to destroy things and then rebuild them
I wanna take shit you say and use it against you
I want to use your own words to undermine you
Act a damn fool like crackheads do
Behave foolishly, similar to how crack addicts behave
Like your mama do
Like your mother behaves
Dusk, thus the beginning is on until dawn
As night falls, the start of something new begins and lasts until morning
Trust regardless of the daily
Have faith regardless of the everyday challenges
Really nothings wrong
In reality, nothing is actually wrong
I'm still breathin' and here's another evening
I am still alive and here comes another night
From the fortress
From my safe haven or personal space
I leave for my course of tonight's achievements
I embark on my pursuit of success for the night
There's no grievance in my pocket
I hold no complaints or grievances
Just a couple of dollars, a pen and hopefully my wallet
Only carrying a small amount of money, a pen, and hopefully my wallet
Because my man over here has got the hook up at the front door
Because my friend here has connections at the entrance
Long as my ID's right what more could they want for?
As long as my identification is valid, what else could they require?
Yeah we in there
Yes, we have gained entry
Like fluoride, off the wall on the left side
Like fluoride, we are eccentric and different from the norm
A room full of pride, I'm consumed by the tune applied
A room filled with confidence, and I am completely absorbed by the music playing
This fuckin' DJ is tight man
This DJ is exceptionally skilled
I can already feel the minutes being added to my life span
I can already sense that these enjoyable moments are prolonging my life
MC Lyte paper thin drink tickets from the staff
I obtain thin drink tickets featuring MC Lyte's image from the bar staff
Now it's time to make a friend and see if I can make her laugh
Now, it's time to socialize and make a new acquaintance, hopefully making her laugh
Hey princess, I got a lot of dialog
Hello, my dear, I have many things to talk about
So I'm gonna line it up for you to get high and try to follow
I will present my thoughts in a structured manner for you to understand and engage with
Light up another false sense of security
Ignite another illusion of safety
Play a game of twenty questions
Engage in a game where I ask many questions
You can test my purity
You can examine my sincerity
And as the world comes down on me
And as the world puts pressure on me
And as I go down on her... night prowler
And as I engage in sexual activity with her... I become a creature of the night
I'm out when the freaks come out
I'm active when the unconventional individuals appear
Way after dusk
Long after sunset
After the time when the opening acts get they time to bust
After the initial performers have had their time to showcase their talent
The nightshift I prowl and observe like the owl
I move around and observe during the night, just like an owl
Surroundings minus the scowl
Taking in my surroundings without a negative expression
Wise and well endowed
Knowledgeable and possessing desirable qualities
In the mental! Well renowned
Well-known for my mental prowess
Ghetto pass every town
Respected and accepted in every town, especially those in impoverished areas
PSC! Nice 2 meet you, oh you know about this wow!
I am PSC, pleased to make your acquaintance, and it seems you are familiar with my reputation
Your ex-boyfriend showed you all about this how?
Did your previous partner introduce you to this lifestyle?
Can I thank him for training such a beauty
May I express gratitude to him for raising such a beautiful person
It fits my style
It aligns with my preferences
Compliments exchanged
Giving and receiving compliments
Plus 5 dollars change
Plus an additional 5 dollars as change
Signed my name on the poster
I autographed the poster
And I kept it in the holster like I'm supposed ta
And I kept it secure, as I should
Now, what would you do in the clutch
Now, how would you handle a critical situation
If you get a pussy hug after dusk?
If you receive affection or intimacy after nightfall?
You don't know me but you'd like to
You are intrigued by me even though we are strangers
Why'd you think I stood beside you?
I am not interested in your approval or opinions
Not concerned with how this might fall
I am not worried about the consequences of my actions
Nature become prowl at nightfall
The darkness of night brings out a different side of me
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