The LOX gained national exposure in 1997 with their powerful multi-platinum tribute to the Notorious BIG, "We'll Always love Big Poppa". The song which celebrated the life of the slain superstar, captured Biggie's essence and thrust the LOX into the media spotlight as a group to watch out for. The trio later appeared on a multitude of hits, including Puffy's Benjamins, which the LOX wrote, Mase's 24 Hours to Live, and Mariah Carey's Honey. The group's debut album Money Power & Respect went platinum and helped establish the LOX as an important voice in Hip-Hop music.
While lauded for the commercial success of their first album, Jadakiss, Sheek and Styles were not satisfied with the project's outcome. On underground mix tapes, the LOX had developed a reputation for spitting legendary freestyles of sex, murder and mayhem However, singles from MP&R like "If You Think I'm Jiggie", didn't fully utilize the group's talents. The Lox were not the pretty boys who were being shown in the videos, they were street soldiers who preferred rhyming about real life on the block, instead of fantasy worlds of Bentley Coupes and Grammy awards. As their new album suggest, the Lox are the streets, and having joined the Ruff Ryders' lethal squadron, they finally have the chance to just be themselves.
So who are the Real LOX? The Real Lox are authentic ghetto story-tellers, whose rhymes are derived from the pain, anger, lust and love which exist in the hearts of men. The Real LOX are the embodiment of Hip-Hop's origin as the voice of a disparate people. Their current singles Wild Out and Fuck you are certified street anthems and the impending release of their sophomore album has the hip-hop world holding their collective breathe in anticipation.
Swizz Beats has saved some of his best production for the LOX's sophomore project. The producer who blazed tracks for platinum artists DMX, Jay-Z and EVE blesses the LOX with cuts like Y'all fucked Up Now, and IF U Know, which features Drag-On and Eve, that pack pure street drama. The LOX devour his frenetic beats and spit complex rhymes over his moving rhythms creating an energy which is unmatched in any genre of music today. Styles, Jadakiss, and Sheek also flex their muscles as solo performers on the album as well, proving that they are more than just a talented group, but they also possess superior skills as individual performers. Producers Premiere, Timbaland and P. Killer also contribute cuts to We Are the Streets adding their own unique flavors to the diverse mix.
We are the Streets stands to be one of the most important albums of the millenium because it was born out of a movement. A call was put out to the streets, to help give the LOX back their voice and save Hip-Hop from its downward spiral of self indulgence. The streets responded ferociously and the LOX are finally free. This album is a testament to the power of the Hip-Hop fans who supported the group through their difficult times. They are the reason that the Real LOX have returned. Music will never be the same.
Faded
Lox Lyrics
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Here we go!
Same old shit, same old niggas I don't even fuck with
Same old bitch say a nigga ain't shit
Same old pussy ass niggas ?
So, let me get faded
Turn the mic on while I get faded
Hold on my nigga let me get faded
Here we go!
[Verse One Styles P]
Let me get faded
Me and Benjamin Franklin it's like we related
Me and Mary Jane we get so sedated
Aslong as you respect it you could love it or hate it
It's the same old shit
If the rap don't work, then the cane gone flip
Just a juice bar nigga in the mango six
And my lingo kick, and I bang my shit
Hold up, hold up, let me get faded
Roll up a eight of the sour high graded
You could copy but you just can't paste it
You can smell the weed but you sure can't taste it
[Hook Tyler Woods]
Here we go!
Same old shit, same old niggas I don't even fuck with
Same old bitch say a nigga ain't shit
Same old pussy ass niggas ?
So, let me get faded
Turn the mic on while I get faded
Hold on my nigga let me get faded
Turn the lights down let me get faded
Here we go!
[Verse Two Sheek Louch]
Ayo, I was young, I was gettin' my hair braided
Momma pullin' on my scalp, like god damn I hate it
Now I'm sittin' in the coupe like, god damn I made it
I ain't seen you in my life, how we god damn related?
That's why I get faded
No matter if I spit the hottest shit I'm underrated
No matter if I fuck the hottest bitch I'm still ?
We ain't drop in years but our fans is still waiting
Got a new man in the baby
How the fuck you still hate me?
We ain't even touchdown but our numbers is still ?
Every day is percocet ?
We get faded
[Hook Tyler Woods]
Here we go!
Same old shit, same old niggas I don't even fuck with
Same old bitch say a nigga ain't shit
Same old pussy ass niggas ?
So, let me get faded
Turn the mic on while I get faded
Hold on my nigga let me get faded
Turn the lights down let me get faded
Here we go!
[Verse 3 Jadakiss]
Yeah let me get faded
You are now rocking with Shawn, Jason, and David
We solid gold, these niggas is gold plated
The only reason you still alive, I OK'd it
Haha, yep, same old kiss
Still in the hood on the same old strip
Sticking to the story, yea the same old script
If your formula works then don't change your shit
Hold up, hold up, let me get faded
Everything's for sale but I prefer to keep the haze lit
Ain't about money mine as well not even say shit
Get shot or get bladed, we get faded
[Hook Tyler Woods]
Here we go!
Same old shit, same old niggas I don't even fuck with
Same old bitch say a nigga ain't shit
Same old pussy ass niggas ?
So, let me get faded
Turn the mic on while I get faded
Hold on my nigga let me get faded
Turn the lights down let me get faded
Here we go!
The lyrics to Lox’s “Faded” depict a sense of weariness towards the familiar, unchanging people and situations in their lives. The hook, sung by Tyler Woods, sets the scene for the song and establishes the desire to get “faded” or intoxicated to escape these monotonous patterns. The first verse, rapped by Styles P, illustrates his connection with drugs and how his habits have become customary to his lifestyle as a rapper. He acknowledges that not everyone approves of his actions but stresses that as long as he’s respected, he’s not concerned with other people’s opinions. The second verse, rapped by Sheek Louch, touches on themes of family and success. He acknowledges the people who hate him despite his accomplishments and the continued expectation from fans to deliver new music. The third verse, rapped by Jadakiss, emphasizes the importance of consistency in both life and music. He asserts that if something’s working for you, you shouldn’t change it.
Line by Line Meaning
Here we go!
The song is starting.
Same old shit, same old niggas I don't even fuck with
The same people with the same problems that the artist wants to avoid.
Same old bitch say a nigga ain't shit
A woman who insults the artist's worth as a person.
Same old pussy ass niggas ?
Unreliable and cowardly men that the artist doesn't want to associate with.
So, let me get faded
The artist wants to get high to forget about these issues.
Turn the mic on while I get faded
The artist wants to record this song while high.
Hold on my nigga let me get faded
The artist is asking his friend to wait while he gets high.
Turn the lights down let me get faded
The artist wants to create a comfortable atmosphere to get high in.
Let me get faded
The artist wants to get high on marijuana.
Me and Benjamin Franklin it's like we related
The artist is spending a lot of money like the face on the hundred dollar bill, Benjamin Franklin.
Me and Mary Jane we get so sedated
The artist and marijuana get along well as he seeks to become relaxed and calm.
As long as you respect it you could love it or hate it
The artist is aware that not everyone will enjoy marijuana and want them to respect his decision either way.
If the rap don't work, then the cane gone flip
If the artist can't make music, he will turn to selling drugs to make money.
Just a juice bar nigga in the mango six
A reference to selling drugs out of a juice bar and in a six-wheeled car.
And my lingo kick, and I bang my shit
The artist's slang is unique and he's proud of his music.
Roll up a eight of the sour high graded
The artist is smoking high-quality marijuana named 'sour', requesting for an eighth (or 3.5 grams) of it.
You could copy but you just can't paste it
Others can try to imitate but they can't replicate the artist's style.
You can smell the weed but you sure can't taste it
The artist's type of marijuana does not have a strong taste, even though it has a strong smell.
Ayo, I was young, I was gettin' my hair braided
The artist is reminiscing about getting his hair done as a kid.
Momma pullin' on my scalp, like god damn I hate it
Even though his mom was braiding his hair with love, it still hurt and the artist didn't like it.
Now I'm sittin' in the coupe like, god damn I made it
The artist is reflecting on how far he's come in his career and feeling successful.
I ain't seen you in my life, how we god damn related?
A reference to people claiming they are related but haven't seen each other before or can't see a familial resemblance.
No matter if I spit the hottest shit I'm underrated
The artist believes he's underappreciated even if he's performing at a high level.
No matter if I fuck the hottest bitch I'm still ?
Even if the artist has sex with beautiful women, he still feels unsatisfied or empty.
We ain't drop in years but our fans is still waiting
The artist hasn't released new music in a while but still has a dedicated fan base that's waiting for his return.
Got a new man in the baby
The artist's ex-girlfriend now has a new partner and child.
How the fuck you still hate me?
The artist doesn't understand how someone can hold onto hatred for so long.
Every day is percocet ?
The artist is taking percocet, a painkiller that is often misused, regularly.
You are now rocking with Shawn, Jason, and David
The artists go by the names Shawn, Jason, and David and want their listeners to know who they are.
We solid gold, these niggas is gold plated
Referring to how they are genuine talent whereas other people may just be acting or putting up a front.
The only reason you still alive, I OK'd it
The artist is so powerful that he could have people killed if he wanted to, but decides to let them live instead.
Sticking to the story, yea the same old script
The artist is sticking to what he knows and isn't changing his path.
If your formula works then don't change your shit
If something is successful for someone, they shouldn't change it or mess with it too much.
Everything's for sale but I prefer to keep the haze lit
The artist values his marijuana more than money, implying he won't sell it just to profit.
Ain't about money mine as well not even say shit
If there isn't any money involved, then speaking up isn't worth it for the artist.
Get shot or get bladed, we get faded
Even if they may face violence, they will still get high.
Contributed by Riley K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@carlostyler8328
I can't believe any one can dislike this track. Big tune.
@eyez300
Let me get faded
@rwoods110688
Tyler Woods set the tone for the song. Smooth as hell. Looking forward to more from the Lox this year. The game needs more realness
@estherwoods7714
You are a very talented musician, plan, practices prefect until you get perfection. Love Always
@michaeladams5966
+Rathe,
r Rather be a woman who was Woods
@cavanee91
People that think Hip Hop is dead should check out this EP. This came out a week ago and has the quality of typical 90`s rap! Much respect to The LOX.
@terryyoung3496
Another Authentic Lox Classic. Yes sir.🎼🎵🎧
@javonwatson8886
Classic Lox right here ,still in my rotation 💯
@718Insomniac
One of the best tracks ever. Man, its 2023 and im still bumpin this, turning heads.
@trldkingrns5405
Still playing this on workouts and joyriding 🎥🦁