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".
Rompe
Lloyd Banks Lyrics
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Bienvenidos al remix, Cartel Records (nananana nananana nananana na)
Se unieron las fuerzas más grandes de la industria (nananana nananana nananana na)
We ready, sal del medio, okay?
Daddy Yankee está ready
Lloyd Banks está ready
Young Buck está ready
G-unit está ready
Cartel estamos ready
C'mon, this is the remix
Rompe, rompe, rompe, bien guillao'
Rompe, rompe, rompe, ese cuerpo ella lo
Rompe, rompe, rompe, bien guillao'
Are you ready!? (¡Po-po-po-po!)
Rompe, rompe, rompe, break it down
Rompe, rompe, rompe, the way she moves, ella lo
Rompe, rompe, rompe, break it down
Let's go (G-Unit)
I move the crowd like when the D's roll up (yeah)
So the money in my jeans fold up (yeah)
Hold up, don't get your eyes swolled up
All black and blue on the bottom
I love the beef, nigga, smacking you ain't a problem (woo)
I got family in Ponce, and family in the city
New Yitty, the home of Big L and Biggie, uh (yeah)
I'm so pretty, pinky ring about fitty
Doing fifty in a Lac, with D-Y on the track
My boo, no se limita a la hora de romper su pum-pum
Con curvas más calientes que el sur, right through
Enséñame si tienes la actitud, mami
Dale, go, dale, go, dale, go, go
(G-Unit)
All my Puerto-Rican people holla "Vámonos"
My ghetto report card, I made the honor roll
Is getting hot in here, shorty taking off her clothes
Shake what ya momma gave ya, make me holla whoa (whoa)
We got the whole club outta control (c'mon)
And Daddy Yankee got me smoking that boricua crow
I got my G-Unit boots on, so you can get stump
Or you can quit playing, and c'mon and get crunk'd, yeah
Rompe, rompe, rompe, bien guillao'
Rompe, rompe, rompe, ese cuerpo ella lo
Rompe, rompe, rompe, bien guillao'
Are you ready!? (¡Po-po-po-po!)
Rompe, rompe, rompe, break it down
Rompe, rompe, rompe, the way she moves, ella lo
Rompe, rompe, rompe, break it down
Let's go (go, go, go, go)
Pégate para acá mujer
Mira lo que tú tienes que hacer
Mírala matar con la cara que me tiene
Rompe que rompe esa nalgaje
Esto se va hasta el amanecer
Claro que sí que estamos bien
En la mano te pongo un negocio
Que te conviene, ma', de buena fe
If you give me that, I'll give you some of that stuff
If you give me that, I'll give you some of that stuff
If you give me that, I'll give you some of that stuff
Como dicen los boricua te voy a dar guayaque-que
De Puerto Rico a Los Angeles
De New York al Dirty South (yeah)
Este guerrero latino ha representao' (yeah)
Muero de pie antes de vivir arrodillao'
Y tú eres feka (yeah)
Más feka que Chinatown
Ando con el G-unit que es la unidad gorilla
Combinación perfecta de los real killa
Las matemáticas son fácil, no seas bruto, papi
Cuatro menos tres es igual al Cangri (what?)
Rompe, rompe, rompe, bien guillao'
Rompe, rompe, rompe, ese cuerpo ella lo
Rompe, rompe, rompe, bien guillao'
Are you ready!?
Rompe, rompe, rompe, break it down
Rompe, rompe, rompe, the way she moves, ella lo
Rompe, rompe, rompe, break it down
Let's go
Nananana nananana nananana na
Who's this?
Nananana nananana nananana na
Who, who, who's this?
Nananana nananana nananana na
You know who's this
Da-ddy (you know) Yan-kee
Oh oh, En Directo (G-G-G)
Oh oh, Daddy Yankee, yo, G-Unit
Lloyd Banks
Young Buck
The lyrics of Lloyd Banks's song "Rompe" in collaboration with Daddy Yankee feature a blend of English and Spanish verses that exude confidence, energy, and a celebration of their Puerto Rican roots. The song opens with a catchy nanana hook, creating an electrifying ambiance as they kick off the remix with a declaration of being ready, representing the joined forces of Cartel Records and G-Unit.
The first verse makes a strong entrance introducing Daddy Yankee, Lloyd Banks, and Young Buck as all being ready for action. Their verses are filled with bravado as they hype up the energy for the listeners to get ready to break it down and move their bodies to the dynamic beat. The repetition of "rompe, rompe, rompe" emphasizes the intensity and power of their performance, inviting the audience to join in the excitement.
Lloyd Banks delivers slick wordplay and references to his Puerto Rican roots, mentioning family ties in Ponce and New York City alongside paying homage to Big L and Biggie. The verse exudes a sense of pride in his heritage and skills as an artist. Daddy Yankee follows up with his signature style, praising his partner's confidence and curves while encouraging her to show her attitude on the dance floor, creating a vibrant and lively atmosphere.
In the final verse, Daddy Yankee and Lloyd Banks continue to exude confidence and charisma as they encourage the audience to join them in the celebration. The lines showcase a mix of Spanish and English lyrics, highlighting their versatility and international appeal. The collaboration between Daddy Yankee and G-Unit represents a fusion of cultures and sounds, uniting different music genres and communities through their shared passion for music and performance.
Overall, "Rompe" is a high-energy, bilingual anthem that celebrates unity, pride, and the joy of music. The artists bring their unique styles and backgrounds to the table, creating a dynamic and infectious track that invites listeners to let loose and enjoy the moment. The song's blend of Spanish and English lyrics reflects the diversity of the artists involved and adds an extra layer of depth and richness to the overall experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Nananana nananana nananana na
A lively introduction to the song, setting the tone for what's to come
Bienvenidos al remix, Cartel Records (nananana nananana nananana na)
Welcoming all listeners to the remix collaboration under Cartel Records
Se unieron las fuerzas más grandes de la industria (nananana nananana nananana na)
The biggest forces in the industry came together for this remix
We ready, sal del medio, okay?
Prepared and asking for everyone to clear the way for their masterpiece
Daddy Yankee está ready
Daddy Yankee is ready to show his skills
Lloyd Banks está ready
Lloyd Banks is ready to showcase his talent
Young Buck está ready
Young Buck is ready to bring his best
G-unit está ready
G-Unit as a whole is ready to make a statement
Cartel estamos ready
The collective Cartel Records is also prepared to deliver
C'mon, this is the remix
Inviting the audience to enjoy the revamped version of the song
Lyrics © SPIRIT TWO LATINO DY
Written by: Christopher Lloyd
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