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.
Hityawitdat
Lootpack Lyrics
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Yo, I'm gonna hit real hard with that,
shit that's gonna make your dome crack, back, back
Yo, I'm gonna hit real hard with that,
shit that's gonna make your dome crack, back, back
Yo, I'm gonna hit real hard with that,
shit that's gonna make your dome crack, back, back
shit that's gonna make your dome crack, watch me...
[Madlib]
Yo it's the slang buster, Madlib the beat conductor
I hit you off with that ill structure, cuts ya
Never on the bandwagon at any time
Every day, every place, got my pants saggin'
For y'all niggas that be strictly braggin'
Up at the spot so eager to grab the mic with the breath of dragon
Niggas be walkin around waggin' there tail taggin'
Along trying to get their mail laggin'
Make me want to disrespect and check
Grab that nigga's neck and start gaggin'
I drop a pound of discussion and drop a rhyme to leave you with a concusion
And have your whole crew commence to hushin'
Down with the Master race of emcees
Who terrorize, whoever flies up in the face talkin' lies
I give a shout to the unseen at the lost gates
While you're makin' mistakes, we make them hot plates
(Chorus)
[Madlib]
Soundin' like, we got the rawest shit ever known to man
Expand my lung with the chronic smoke then proceed with the plan
My anecdote rain movin' on ya
I got your brain locked down like some jail terrain
You out for fame talkin' about my name, I aim atcha like a gat ya
Thought you were my rapture, watch your mental fracture
You're just an actor, playin' the rap game, total shame
Nothing really gained when you shell framed is all in vain
I hitcha with that shit that make ya neck snap
While goin through my SP1200 with memory that's stacks
The beat conductor keep your speaker shakin'
I got your amp'll quakin like a vacation on Haiti
Relaxin', I'll take you on a mental trip, grip
The ill loop digger signing out on the skit
(Chorus)
*scratches to end*
The chorus of Lootpack's "Hityawitdat" features a sampled Busta Rhymes, and it sets the tone for the rest of the song. "Yo, I'm gonna hit real hard with that, shit that's gonna make your dome crack, back, back," is a declaration of the hard-hitting rhymes and beats to come. The song, which was released in 1999, showcases Madlib's talent as a beat conductor and slang buster, weaving in intricate rhymes over a sample-heavy beat. Madlib talks about his disdain for cocky rappers who are only interested in bragging, and he drops lines like "I drop a pound of discussion and drop a rhyme to leave you with a concussion." The overall message of the song is that Madlib is on a mission to make heads nod and cause a ruckus in the rap game.
The song has an old-school hip-hop feel, with its sample-heavy beat and raw delivery. Madlib's rhymes are packed with references to smoking weed, showing off his skill on the SP1200 sampler, and taking down wack MCs. It's a gritty, underground sound that appeals to hip-hop purists.
Line by Line Meaning
Yo, I'm gonna hit real hard with that,
I'm going to come at you with full force,
shit that's gonna make your dome crack, back, back
words that will make your mind explode in excitement,
Yo it's the slang buster, Madlib the beat conductor
I'm an expert at creating cool sounds and lyrics,
cuts ya
I'll make you feel the rhythm in your soul,
Never on the bandwagon at any time
I don't follow trends, I set them,
Every day, every place, got my pants saggin'
I dress cool and casual wherever I go,
Niggas be walkin around waggin' there tail taggin'
Some rappers act like they're better than everyone else,
Make me want to disrespect and check
They make me want to put them in their place,
Grab that nigga's neck and start gaggin'
I want to shut them up with my music,
I drop a pound of discussion and drop a rhyme to leave you with a concusion
I'll hit you with deep lyrics and a head-spinning flow,
And have your whole crew commence to hushin'
Everybody around you will stop and listen to me,
Soundin' like, we got the rawest shit ever known to man
Our music is the realest, rawest out there,
My anecdote rain movin' on ya
My rhymes are like medicine, curing you of boredom,
You out for fame talkin' about my name, I aim atcha like a gat ya
If you're trying to steal my spotlight, watch out because I'll come after you like a gun,
I hitcha with that shit that make ya neck snap
I'll hit you with beats that will make you move your head,
The beat conductor keep your speaker shakin'
I'm in charge of the music and it's going to make your speakers vibrate,
I got your amp'll quakin like a vacation on Haiti
The music is so intense it will make your amp shake like an earthquake,
Relaxin', I'll take you on a mental trip, grip
Just relax and let my rhymes take you on a journey,
The ill loop digger signing out on the skit
I'm the mastermind behind the music, signing off,
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JACK BROWN, OTIS JACKSON, ROMEO JIMENEZ
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Boooooooooka
I love the roughness of the 2nd track. Pure Madlib-style bass line. Hip Hop's just gotta be rugged to be real.
@mhaze210
Besides being one of my favorite Hip Hop songs...even the video is inspiring somehow. I'm a huge fan of film..and I'm broke..and it just shows that even if you follow a vehicle and a camera (and a good song)...you can just run behind a truck thats recording you, and make it look cool. its crazy how just the beginning of the video is better than most videos that over-do it and waste all that money...(or either that its because Madlib is so damn awesome).
@wohka12
This is inspired by A Tribe Called Quest - Oh My God music video even with bustas vocals
@DaboooogA
This music video still goes hard - maximum stamina
@ohianaw
just got into Madlib recently (I've been sleeping on him far too long) This dude really opened my understanding with music with The Unseen and is still surprising me even with a massive discography. goat shit right here 🐐🐐🐐
@notoriousv.i.p.359
i'm glad there are people who love this music
@NaturalElicia
notorious V.I.P. love the kitty pic
@gunfuego
notorious V.I.P. Truth
@Vincetrumentals
I'm surprised your surprised :)
@johnathantopey
notorious V.I.P. Raw vid.