Banks was born in New Carrollton, Maryland and raised in Queens, New York. His mother named Rosa LLoyd of Puerto Rican descent and has a Haitian-American father. His father spent most of Lloyd's childhood in prison, leaving his mother to raise him and his two siblings. Lloyd attended August Martin High School but dropped out at age 16. For his stage name, he took his great, great-grandfather's name Banks, which was passed on by his uncles who also shared it.
G-Unit was founded when childhood friends Lloyd Banks, 50 Cent, and Tony Yayo decided to make a group with each other. They met Young Buck when UTP group came to New York and 50 Cent heard Young Buck rapping. After 50 Cent signed his contract with Aftermath Entertainment they took Young Buck in the group and signed him. Tony Yayo, being an older and more experienced rapper, joined 50 Cent on the Nas Promo Tour, the Cash Money Tour and the Ruff Ryders Tour. As Banks remained at home waiting for 50 and Yayo to return, he started rappin around the neighborhood to further increase his buzz on the streets. He then hooked up with neighborhood producers and made tracks for local mixtapes. Lloyd Banks has a renowned reputation on the mixtape scene. While Banks was making Mixtapes,50 Cent was soon granted his own record label by Dr. Dre and released the album Get Rich or Die Tryin'; Lloyd Banks was featured on the song "Don't Push Me", and the remixed version of "P.I.M.P". Soon after the group had established their own record label, G-Unit Records, G-Unit released their first official group album Beg for Mercy in November 2003, which went on to be certified double platinum.
During August 2005, Lloyd Banks, Young Buck, and their entourage were traveling in a van, when the vehicle was pulled over after passing through a red light in midtown Manhattan. Officers said they discovered a loaded handgun and another weapon in the van. Prosecutors asked a judge to dismiss the charges after an investigation determined that neither Lloyd Banks nor Young Buck was in possession of the weapons. Felony gun charges against Lloyd Banks and Young Buck were dropped on November 8, 2006.
In the early morning hours of January 9, 2010, in a Kitchener, Ontario hotel, an alleged altercation took place between Banks and a concert promoter over performance fees. Banks, and three of his associates, were later charged with forcible confinement, aggravated assault and robbery, and released on $50,000 bail.
In late January 2010, it was announced that Banks would release a new song, "Beamer, Benz, or Bentley" featuring Juelz Santana, from his upcoming third studio album. "Beamer, Benz, or Bentley" charted at #49 on the Billboard Hot 100. Lloyd Banks release info via his twitter announcing that the title for his third album has tentatively been called The Hunger for More 2' and will attempt to take him back to his best work. However, the G-Unit label later stated that the title is not set in concrete and still may be altered. The title of the album was confirmed by 50 Cent as H.F.M. 2 (The Hunger for More 2) in a interview with MTV News. According to Banks, Interscope is trying to get him back due to the success of the single "Beamer, Benz, or Bentley".
Eminem
Lloyd Banks Lyrics
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God damn!
Feels like a long time, don't it?
Did you miss us?
We missed you!
Ha!
Shady Narcotics
It's The Re-Up
And we're back
Myself
D12
50 Cent
Obie Trice
Stat Quo
And I would also like to introduce
The two newest members of the family
One goes by the name of Bobby Creek
The other goes by the name of Ca$his, from Orange County
And I think it's about time we just cut the bullshit, let's go!
The lyrics to Lloyd Banks's song "Eminem" are an expression of gratitude towards the fans who had been waiting for their return. The opening lines, "Feels like a long time, don't it? / Did you miss us? / We missed you!" are indicative of the fact that the artists were aware of their absence and eager to reach out to their fans. The song also introduces the new members of the family, Bobby Creek and Ca$his, who were welcomed with a lot of excitement by the other members.
The lyrics also contain an assertive tone, with references to their "Shady Narcotics" being the "re-up." The word "re-up" is used in the context of drugs, suggesting that the music they create is like a "drug" that their fans are addicted to, and they are back to deliver more. The use of profanity in the lines "pussies!" and "cut the bullshit, let's go!" also adds to the overall assertiveness and rawness of the song.
In summary, the song "Eminem" is an expression of gratitude towards the fans and an assertion of the artists' return to the music industry after a hiatus. The song is characterized by an assertive and raw tone, along with the introduction of new members to the family.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah!
Expressing excitement and enthusiasm to the audience.
God damn!
Another expression of excitement and enthusiasm.
Feels like a long time, don't it?
Acknowledging the time since the last project and asking the audience if they feel the same way.
Did you miss us?
Asking the audience if they missed the group during their time away.
We missed you!
Stating that the group missed the audience as well.
Ha!
A humorous interjection to keep the audience engaged.
Shady Narcotics
Referring to their label, Shady Records, and their ability to produce addictive and potent music.
It's The Re-Up
Announcing the title of the project and implying that it will be a continuation and reinvigoration of their previous work.
Pussies!
A derogatory term directed at their detractors or anyone who doubts their abilities.
And we're back
Asserting that they are back and ready to dominate the rap game once again.
Myself/D12/50 Cent/Obie Trice/Stat Quo
Listing the members of the group and affiliates who will be featured on the project.
And I would also like to introduce
Transitioning to introducing the two new members of the group.
The two newest members of the family
Referring to Bobby Creek and Ca$his as the new members of the group and highlighting their inclusion as significant.
One goes by the name of Bobby Creek
Introducing Bobby Creek, one of the new members featured on the project.
The other goes by the name of Ca$his, from Orange County
Introducing Ca$his, the other new member featured on the project and providing context about his background.
And I think it's about time we just cut the bullshit, let's go!
Concluding the introduction and signaling that it's time to stop talking and start making music.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Marshall Mathers
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@ayushmaheshwari3692
Putting this for everyone to listen, watch and read, all at once
[Intro: Eminem]
Yeah, you got me
I’m up now, it’s your loss
Must suck to be you
[Break: Eminem]
History is like a quarter-note delay
It keeps repeating itself, and what else can I say?
You wondering why I act this way
I never should've gave you the time of day
Guess you know what time it is now, eh?
[Verse 1: Eminem]
There must've been a gust of wind
‘Cause you change your mind every time it blows
And you just changed it a-motherfuckin'-gain
You just said you just wanted some dick 'fore I stuck it in
I wouldn't have been such a prick to you, fuckin' men
You say you don't trust 'em
Why do I hear the sound of toilets flushin'?
Some shit is goin' down
You must've just not been truthful from the start
See for me it’d be nothin' to say you never had my heart
But I’d be lyin'
Fuckin' see why they call this bullshit a relationship: ships sink
And you know it's love as soon as you fall in it ‘cause shit stinks
And it feels like every time I fuckin' do I get jinxed
Cupid must have put a curse on me, six weeks
Have went by and we only spoke twice
I’m sittin' in your driveway, callin' you from the car, suffice
I think it's safe to say you’re not at home
I’m callin' your cell phone
You answer but I can tell though that you're not alone
How was I to know?
It should've been time to go a long time ago
I kept holdin' on, it's comical
When I think back now why I couldn't get the hint
And feel the draft you were throwin', I wasn't catchin' your drift
But there's a cold breeze blowin' over me, I'm over you
Success is the best revenge to pay you back
And that payment is overdue
I overcame odds to get even
The sober me is shittin' all over the un-sober you
And I hope they play this in every club that you're goin' to
I’m hauntin' you, bitch, everywhere you turn I'm followin' you
‘Cause I loved you with every ounce of me, you know it's true
It's killin' you now, yeah, I hope the ho dies slow in you
It's ‘cause of you now I don’t trust ‘em at all, fuck 'em!
Middle finger up, I’m gon' just keep grabbin' my balls, cup 'em
I’ll never fall again, I trip on stairs, I fall up 'em
So, buttercup, don't try to come back knockin' on my door all dolled up
[Pre-Chorus: Eminem]
‘Cause I’m movin' on, don’t worry about me
‘Cause I’m gon' be just fine without you, you’ll see
There ain't no one on this Earth right now I’d much rather be
‘Cause, goddamn it, I’m glad that I’m me
[Chorus: Eminem]
I said if you could be where I’m at (bye, bye)
You’d wanna be you too (I'ma be good without you)
If you felt the way I feel, I bet you’d be in as good a mood as I am
But you don’t ‘cause you just feel like you
I said if you could be where I’m at (bye, bye)
You’d wanna be you too (I'ma be good without you)
If you felt the way I feel, I bet you’d be in as good a mood as I am
But you don’t ‘cause you just feel like you
[Verse 2: Lloyd Banks]
Uh, I’ve had it for the last time
Your actions got me hot as my last rhyme
Your options are leave or put out, granted, your ass fine
Fine just ain't gon' cut it
Drama is what you’re in love with
You and them bitches you run with
Lately I’m feelin' smothered
You snooped around for dirt to be uncovered
Conceited with cover girl motives, I gotta rise above it
You thinkin' about who's lovin' me, I’m thinkin' about who doesn’t
Doesn’t really matter what you say, sickness in my stomach
Told you I was gon' be splittin', you don’t think I mean it?
Left you with everything I got, fuck you! Ain’t no secret
No apologies, you keep it
Now that I’m doin' my thing and you peep it
The badder times all outweigh the recent
Your energy, who needs it?
Every rumor you hear, you go believe it
Point out the times you’ve seen it
You stabbed me, should have leaned it
Revenge is mine, I need it, need a way out
It’s my fuckin' life, let her find a way to stay out
Bet you thought I’d break, it ain't that easy
Bet you thought I'd need you a million times before you need me
Leave me everything that I gave to you
Ain't no freebies, get your coat and go
The female Pinocchio, money-hungry hopeless ho
You fuckin' with my focus so
Go back to that chump that played the role befo'
Love is like a cancer when you don’t let go
I’ma blow fo' sho'
Unnecessary weight makes the boat go slow
I don’t need you sinkin' us, hope you float
Lyin' through my teeth, I hope you don’t
(Drown, drown!) Not a sound out her be dope
Bottles pop out while he smoke
Hate we met, proud that we broke
Let them girls crowdin' me go
If they got somethin' to show, let 'em show me
I don't love 'em, never lonely, never even left a scar
You fell hard, I’m laughin', ha ha ha ha ha
Tire smoke fancy car, nothin' is what we are
No beginnin', no tomorrow
[Chorus: Lloyd Banks, Eminem & Both]
‘Cause I’m movin' on, don’t worry about me
‘Cause I’m gon' be aight without you, you’ll see
There ain't no one on this Earth right now I’d much rather be
‘Cause, goddamn it, I’m glad that I’m me
[Chorus: Eminem]
I said if you could be where I’m at (bye, bye)
You’d wanna be you too (I'ma be good without you)
If you felt the way I feel
I bet you’d be in as good a mood as I am
But you don’t, ‘cause you just feel like you
I said if you could be where I’m at (bye, bye)
You’d wanna be you too (I'ma be good without you)
If you felt the way I feel
I bet you’d be in as good a mood as I am
But you don’t, ‘cause you just feel like you
I said if you could be where I’m at (bye, bye)
@rolandclarke5210
THIS SONG SHOULD BE THE ANTHEM FOR EVERY MAN WHO HAS EVER BEEN THROUGH A BREAKUP OR DIVORCE THAT WAS TOXIC💯✌
@GabrielJambert
still my anthem even after I have gotten over that relationship! This is my motivational song for life!
@bishop5885
Gabriel Jambert this the song I go to after every breakup rt
@ZizahMarouane
Amen to that brother
@michaelangst6078
Most of eminem music applies to MGTOW and incels if you really view his lyrics as a whole
@blunt8085
@@michaelangst6078 Says the incel... gtfoh Karen
@mohmdabs8510
" Why do I hear the sound of toilets flushing?
Some shit is going down"
LOL
@roo4051
Mohammad Alabbassy LOLOL
@rikb6508
Flew over my head for yearsss!!!
@karigatum
Why isn't this in Spotify, it's been years now and still coming here to listen to this masterpiece.