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.
Law Of Physics
Lootpack Lyrics
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I'm down to battle any nigga that steps inside my zone
That's word to my own, you'll get your head flown
We could do this lyrical or I could bust a beat miracle
To your eardrum, I make your dome numb
Mysterical loops, not in numerical order,
You ought to act up, so I can eat ya like some piranhas
Yo I'll greet ya, just defeat ya,
'cause you're all washed up, star struck, ready to catch a bizzare buck
But yo the raw addict, y'all, I'll make your crew take a fall
I see you all until after the brawl because
Chorus: 4x
"...I'm on a roll and ready for combat"
As we freak the physic (and/we break MC's on contact)
[Wild Child]
Roll with the soul man, slow flow instigator
Motivator of the greatest MC's with the hardcore data
From the inner soul, Wild to the Child end ya flow
Bros don't even know I'm like the baby brand,
I'll kick that Evenflow
Even though Madlib the bad kid crack ribs
Lootpack's definition of abstract is
To take the mic in ya one hand, motivation in the other
Flip a freestyle flow and stop biting wack rhymes from another
1998, Lootpack drops the ill type
I'll bet in 2000 wack brothers, yo, they'll still write
That wack ish, the fact is
Big up to the evangilistic baptist
Church from Oxnard, it's the first
Time that I represent, lyrically non-hesitant
To grab a conscious style of rap and straight up represent
Like this, I don't stop or quit
Lootpack got props to get, soon as we drop the hit
Yes yes yes yes
Chorus: 4x
"...I'm on a roll and ready for combat"
As we freak the physic (and/we break MC's on contact)
The song "Law of Physics" by Lootpack explores themes of battling and competition in the world of rap music. The lyrics suggest a willingness to engage in lyrical battles, with lines such as "I'm down to battle any nigga that steps inside my zone" and "We could do this lyrical or I could bust a beat miracle." The artist Madlib boasts of his abilities to create captivating and mysterious tunes that can make your head numb, while Wild Child touches on the seriousness of the rap game and the importance of authenticity in the face of wannabe MCs who continue to write mediocre lyrics.
Madlib's rap style is characterized by intricate wordplay and dense rhymes, and he delivers complex lyrics effortlessly. He boasts of being able to "eat" his competitors "like some piranhas" and "see you all until after the brawl," indicating his desire to emerge victorious in any battle. Wild Child contributes to the dialogue by asserting his own confidence in his abilities and criticizing others who resort to biting other MCs' rhymes. He also expresses his affiliation with the Lootpack, a hip-hop trio from California that formed in the late 90s.
The chorus of the song, "I'm on a roll and ready for combat," emphasizes the combative nature of rap, and the line "we break MC's on contact" suggests that they will overpower anyone who tries to challenge them. Overall, the song presents a tough, competitive attitude towards the rap industry and a desire to prove oneself as the best.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm down to battle any nigga that steps inside my zone
I am willing to engage in conflict with anyone who enters my space
That's word to my own, you'll get your head flown
I assure you, you will be defeated and meet physical harm
We could do this lyrical or I could bust a beat miracle
We can fight through lyrics or I can amaze you with my musical ability
To your eardrum, I make your dome numb
My music will affect you deeply and leave you in awe
Mysterical loops, not in numerical order,
My music is full of unconventional, mysterious sounds
You ought to act up, so I can eat ya like some piranhas
You should provoke me, so I can easily defeat you and devour your skills
Yo I'll greet ya, just defeat ya, Delete ya off this West area, word to Wild Child, we'll mosh it up
I will acknowledge your presence, but ultimately defeat you and remove you from this region, with the support of Wild Child, as we celebrate our victory
'cause you're all washed up, star struck, ready to catch a bizzare buck
You are past your prime, obsessed with fame, and easily swayed by strange things
But yo the raw addict, y'all, I'll make your crew take a fall
I am a skilled and passionate artist who will bring down your entire group
I see you all until after the brawl because
I am focused on this battle and will not acknowledge you as individuals until after it is over
...I'm on a roll and ready for combat
I am currently in a powerful and confident state, prepared for battle
As we freak the physic (and/we break MC's on contact)
As we perform our unique music, we immediately defeat any other MCs who attempt to challenge us
Roll with the soul man, slow flow instigator
I am a collaborator who brings soul and sets the pace with my relaxed style
Motivator of the greatest MC's with the hardcore data
I inspire and motivate the most talented MCs with my exceptional skills and knowledge
From the inner soul, Wild to the Child end ya flow
My artistry comes from deep within me and will surpass your ability to perform
Bros don't even know I'm like the baby brand, I'll kick that Evenflow
Others underestimate me because of my youth, but I will still impress them with my talent
Even though Madlib the bad kid crack ribs
Even though Madlib is a mischievous troublemaker, his music is still capable of physically affecting listeners
Lootpack's definition of abstract is
Our group's interpretation of abstract art is
To take the mic in ya one hand, motivation in the other
To hold the microphone in one hand and inspiration in the other
Flip a freestyle flow and stop biting wack rhymes from another
Improvise a creative and original style instead of stealing unimpressive lyrics from others
1998, Lootpack drops the ill type
In 1998, our group Lootpack released a truly great style of music
I'll bet in 2000 wack brothers, yo, they'll still write
I predict that in 2000, less talented artists will continue to release unimpressive music
That wack ish, the fact is
The unfortunate reality is that much of the music released is of poor quality
Big up to the evangilistic baptist Church from Oxnard, it's the first Time that I represent, lyrically non-hesitant
I want to acknowledge and show support for the baptist Church in Oxnard, and this is the first time I am confidently representing myself through lyrics
To grab a conscious style of rap and straight up represent
To embrace and deliver an intelligent and thoughtful form of rap music
Like this, I don't stop or quit
I persist in my efforts and will not give up
Lootpack got props to get, soon as we drop the hit
Our group will receive praise and recognition as soon as we release another successful song
Yes yes yes yes
An enthusiastic affirmation of our continued success and passion for music
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Jack Brown, Otis Jackson, Romeo Jimenez
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