Though they were together since high school, the Lootpack first made their presence known in 1994, when the group’s beat conductor, Madlib, produced "Mary Jane," a Tha Alkaholiks 12”. Later that year, Lootpack's lyrical skills were heard on the song "Turn The Party Out" on the Alkaholiks’ debut LP "21 And Over," and "WLIX" from the Liks’ second LP.
The positive feedback from these collaborations led to the Lootpack's own EP "Ill Psych Move" on Crate Digger’s Palace Records in 1996, a venture funded by Madlib’s father, soul-crooner Otis Jackson Sr.
It was through this poorly-distributed 12” that the group caught the attention of Stones Throw Records’ founder Peanut Butter Wolf, who heard the record on college radio and hunted the group down. The group eventually signed for Stones Throw, paving the way for the release of 1999’s "Soundpieces: Da Antidote" CD/LP.
Lootpack has not recorded a direct follow-up to "Soundpieces", but the three core members continue to work together as they spread their wings. Madlib has demonstrated his versatility as a producer and hip hop visionary, crafting concept-albums such as Quasimoto's "The Unseen", Yesterdays New Quintet's "Angles Without Edges", and Madvillain's "Madvillainy". DJ Romes released "Hamburger Hater Breaks" record with Stones Throw in 2001. Wildchild's own "Secondary Protocol" (2003) with all Lootpack members and extended family on board, is the closest thing to a second Lootpack album.
20 Questions feat. Quasimoto
Lootpack Lyrics
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Get off my back with the 20 Questions man
There go Madlib the bad kid right over there from the Lootpack (Yes)
Right over there man ask him man ask him
"Where are y'all from?"
We from the west O X to be exact
Lyric arrest your pack with flows to drop your order format
Even though we flex until the exit
On living daily, but that soundpiece always be some next shit
"Are y'all original?"
We stay original while your subliminal lines and minimal perception
Poetical enemas for your section
"I bet y'all money hungry"
We dig in crates to get them papes
"What, word"
We droppin beats to clock ends meet
"Now not only for the money"
We're not only for them ends because if I wasn't gettin' paid
I'd still be dropping beats until my grave
"So who you down with?"
I'm down with the Wild Child, DJ Romes, Ono and God's Gift
"Oh, yeah"
Kazi, Declaime, Medaphoar, Shock got the spliff (shock)
DJ Twist, Can Kick, peace to Roc C., yeah
Kikko, where my nigga Lali
Like when I'm rushin' loops with E-Swift (yeah)
Going out of town with the Liks, end up in A-T
L-double-O-T-P-A-see-K, represent how I live every day "805"
L-double-O-T-P-A-see-K, represent how I live every day "805"
In "20 Questions," Quasimoto is being asked various questions about himself and his crew by an annoying person. He tells the person to ask Madlib (also known as the bad kid from the Lootpack) instead. When asked where they're from, Quasimoto states that they're from the west, specifically Oxnard, CA. He emphasizes the originality of their music and their dedication to staying true to themselves. When asked if they're money hungry, Quasimoto explains that they dig through crates to find the best samples, but they're not solely focused on making money. He also lists off the various members of his crew and their aliases, further establishing their place in the underground hip-hop scene.
The lyrics of "20 Questions" show the pride that Quasimoto and the Lootpack take in their music and their originality. They don't want to be boxed in or pigeonholed by anyone, including the person asking the questions. The song highlights the competitive nature of underground hip-hop, where artists are constantly pushing themselves to be the best. The references to various members of the crew also show the camaraderie and loyalty that exists within the scene.
Line by Line Meaning
Ey Quasimoto man!
The singer is addressing Quasimoto
Get off my back with the 20 Questions man
Stop interrogating me
There go Madlib the bad kid right over there from the Lootpack (Yes)
Madlib from Lootpack is nearby
Right over there man ask him man ask him
Go and ask Madlib instead of bothering me
"Where are y'all from?"
Asking about their origin
We from the west O X to be exact
They are from the west side, more specifically, Oxnard
Lyric arrest your pack with flows to drop your order format
Their lyrics overpower and arrest others' standard formats
"But what y'all on?"
Asking about their intentions or what they're working on
Even though we flex until the exit
They work hard and consistently
On living daily, but that soundpiece always be some next shit
Their music is always unique and innovative
"Are y'all original?"
Asking about their authenticity
We stay original while your subliminal lines and minimal perception
They stay true to themselves while others rely on subliminal messages and lack depth
Poetical enemas for your section
Their lyrics are like an enema that flushes out the negative aspects in others' lyrics
"I bet y'all money hungry"
Assuming they're only in it for the money
We dig in crates to get them papes
They work hard to find the best samples for their music
"What, word"
Agreeing with the previous statement or being sarcastic
We droppin beats to clock ends meet
They make music to make ends meet
"Now not only for the money"
Clarifying that their music serves more than just the purpose of making money
We're not only for them ends because if I wasn't gettin' paid
They make music even if they weren't getting paid for it
I'd still be dropping beats until my grave
They're passionate about their craft and would continue making music until they die
"So who you down with?"
Asking about their collaborators or musical companions
I'm down with the Wild Child, DJ Romes, Ono and God's Gift
They work with Wild Child, DJ Romes, Ono, and God's Gift
"Oh, yeah"
Confirming that they know who those people are
Kazi, Declaime, Medaphoar, Shock got the spliff (shock)
They also work with Kazi, Declaime, Medaphoar, and Shock aka Shock G
DJ Twist, Can Kick, peace to Roc C., yeah
They also work with DJ Twist, Can Kick, and Roc C
Kikko, where my nigga Lali
They also work with Kikko and Lali
Like when I'm rushin' loops with E-Swift (yeah)
They work well with E-Swift and create music in a fast-paced manner
Going out of town with the Liks, end up in A-T
They go out of town with Tha Alkaholiks and end up in Atlanta, Georgia
L-double-O-T-P-A-see-K, represent how I live every day "805"
They are representing the Lootpack, and they live by their values every day in area code 805
L-double-O-T-P-A-see-K, represent how I live every day "805"
Reiterating that they represent the Lootpack every day in area code 805
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: JACK BROWN, OTIS JACKSON, ROMEO JIMENEZ
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@rickypruitt4446
Ey Quasimoto, man! (Quasimoto)
Get off my back with the 20 Questions, man
There go Madlib the bad kid right over there from the Lootpack (Yes)
Right over there, man, ask him, man, ask him
"Where are y'all from?"
We from the west O-X to be exact
Lyric arrest your pack with flows to drop your order format
"But what y'all on?"
Even though we flex until the exit
On living daily, but that soundpiece always be some next shit
"Are y'all original?"
We stay original while your subliminal lines and minimal perception
Poetical enemas for your section
"I bet y'all money hungry"
We dig in crates to get them papes
"What, word"
We droppin beats to clock ends meet
"Now not only for the money"
We're not only for them ends because if I wasn't gettin' paid
I'd still be dropping beats until my grave
"So who you down with?"
I'm down with the Wildchild, DJ Romes, Oh No and God's Gift
"Oh, yeah"
Kazi, Declaime, Medaphoar, Shock got the spliff (shock)
DJ Twist, Kan Kick, peace to Roc C., yeah
Nikko, where my nigga Lali
Like when I'm rushin' loops with E-Swift (yeah)
Going out of town with the Liks, end up in A-T
L-Double-O-T-P-A-C-K, represent how I live every day "805"
L-double-O-T-P-A-C-K, represent how I live every day "805"
@Kikaheki
Ey Quasimoto man! (Quasimoto)
Get off my back with the 20 Questions man
There go Madlib the bad kid right over there from the Lootpack (Yes)
Right over there man ask him man ask him
"Where are y'all from?"
We from the west O X to be exact
Lyric arrest your pack with flows to drop your order format
"But what y'all on?"
Even though we flex until the exit
On living daily, but that soundpiece always be some next shit
"Are y'all original?"
We stay original while your subliminal lines and minimal perception
Poetical enemas for your section
"I bet y'all money hungry"
We dig in crates to get them papes
"What, word"
We droppin beats to clock ends meet
"Now not only for the money"
We're not only for them ends because if I wasn't gettin' paid
I'd still be dropping beats until my grave
"So who you down with?"
I'm down with the Wild Child, DJ Romes, Ono and God's Gift
"Oh, yeah"
Kazi, Declaime, Medaphoar, Shock got the spliff (shock)
DJ Twist, Can Kick, peace to Roc C., yeah
Kikko, where my nigga Lali
Like when I'm rushin' loops with E-Swift (yeah)
Going out of town with the Liks, end up in A-T
L-double-O-T-P-A-see-K, represent how I live every day "805"
L-double-O-T-P-A-see-K, represent how I live every day "805
@qvezotellemsumm
Need a 20 min version . This one of the hardest beats ever
@EquaIparts
We stay original while your subliminal minds at minimal perception.. dope! The whole Quas character is genius but I like Madlib's voice straight up too. He has a monotone drawl that pretty unique.
@edwardelric1481
man this was my jam in high school loved this project so much
@_itchweed
L-double O-T-P-A-C-K represent how I live everyday
@jrmorales86
Step Henson 805
@xanaricherson2487
Quasimoto hell yeah
@borzica
need this album on vinyl badly
@Larotian
Dope af
@federicospada1703
Robert Walter with Gary Bartz "Impervious".
Yeah, you're welcome.
@DarrionParton
This song isn’t on Soundpieces and it always bummed me out, wish this was on streaming 😫