“Unabashed creativity”, “unapologetic honesty”,… Read Full Bio ↴M.O.B.Stars
“Unabashed creativity”, “unapologetic honesty”, “revolutionary minded youth wizards!” These are only a few phrases that encapsulate the hip-hop super group M.O.B.Stars— Maintaining Our Brothers, Stayin' Totally Alert Revolutionary Style. M.O.B.Stars musical group combine vivid language, vocabulary, energy, and charisma seen by no other— track, after track. Rooted from Paterson, NJ, M.O.B.Stars successfully encapsulates the sounds of the city and the heartbeat of the nation. “They say what we all think and feel, but are afraid to express”. The M.O.B. is composed of four dedicated members who illuminate both collectively and individually.
Jochi is described as the more artistic of the bunch. While quiet in his personal demeanor, the dynamic combination of his worldview and passion for life tells a different story. Lyrically, Jochi enriches his poetic rhythms with many of his own personal expressions from his environment to deliver a sound that is always honest and inviting to the ears of true listeners.
The next organ to the M.O.B. goes by many names— Taliban Triple, Triple Letter, and the most widely known Silk City Genius, or the shortened S.C.G. S.C.G.’s lyrics, which clearly illustrate the knowledge of a true scholar, show that his name is not just a catchy acronym. His delivery is a cross between the lyricism of AZ with energy and a vocal texture too often compared with 2Pac. S.C.G. doesn’t let these large names falter him as he is his own man in the truest sense. Those who crave intellectual hip-hop where the dynamics of the sound match the level of wisdom embrace the presence of S.C.G.
Where to begin with the next member, O.B.? O.B. is the shortened version of another acronym O.B.I.E. — One Brother in Evolution. After spending his teenage years through the streets of Paterson under the alias O.B., O transferred the name into his hip-hop career and added a degree of righteousness aspires to reaching. Often characterized as a head figure of the group, O does more to keep everyone in the family motivated and strong musically; allowing them to feed off the energy he brings. Musically, he is as diligent as he is talented. His fluid changes in vocal patterns, drawls and lyrical deliveries can make him sound like Black Thought, Nas, Kanye, or Talib Kweli. With a “yet-to-see-soon-to-come” catalog that rivals three greatest hits albums and scattered collaborations forthcoming, O.B. will soon prove to be a formidable musical force.
The last and newest member is SaFE. SaFE, which is an acronym of his New Era fitted cap size, Seven and Five Eighths, is truly an emcee's emcee. His should-be-patented lyrical delivery is enjoyed and respected by hip-hop connoisseurs it for its brazen originality. With influences ranging from KRS-One to Lupe Fiasco to MF Doom, SaFE fills the void in listeners who have lost their place in hip-hop culture over time due to rigid norms. Conflicted with body image, bouts with self-esteem, and disdain for life's conventional path among other things, SaFE reminds his listeners to be true to themselves and to always aim high and always uses himself as the model.
Fans and first-time listeners of M.O.B.Stars are always guaranteed a musical masterpiece that will force them to make educated conclusions of the world around them. Despite the cynicism often thrown at grassroots independent artists, The M.O.B. continues to shine and elevate musically and are poised to be the next greats and break new ground in hip-hop.
STEP BY STEP
M.O.B.Stars Lyrics
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Stiamo facendo lo show
Stiamo a drippa' swag
I love you, unclebac
La mia life è no jojo (no jojo, no jojo)
Stiamo facendo lo show (for sure, my nigga, for sure)
Stiamo a drippa' swag (drippa' duro)
Ehi, voglio riempire i miei jeans
Soldi in tasca, sembra che ho il cazzo storto (ho il cazzo grosso)
Sono il tredicesimo apostolo
Ho apparecchiato l'ultima cena (okay)
Chiamo un infame un infame (sei un infame)
Abbiamo spezzato il pane (come i fratelli, con i miei cani)
Vuole sentirsi vicina (vieni qua, baby)
Non vuole sentirsi lontana (è speciale)
Esce un pezzo, compro un pezzo (due pezzi, okay)
Sto con i miei dog, non puoi fermarci (non puoi)
Tu-tu-tu vuoi fare il ciccio bello (ciccio bello, okay)
Ti mando a casa, ciccio bello (saluto, bye bye)
Spendo soldi perché faccio gli euro (ketchup, soldi)
Parli tanto perché pensi troppo (stupido, tonno)
Free mio bro, non è un criminale (free my dog)
Sto sul chilo, sto su un'astronave (yeah aight)
La mia life è no jojo (no jojo, no jojo)
Stiamo facendo lo show
Stiamo a drippa' swag
I love you, unclebac
The lyrics of M.O.B.Stars’s song "Step By Step" describe the lifestyle and style of the group’s members. The first line of the chorus, "La mia life è no jojo" (My life is not a joke), sets the tone for the song and implies that they live a serious, no-nonsense life. The following lines describe the success they are enjoying in the music industry, where they are making a name for themselves by putting on shows and displaying their lavish style.
The verses highlight the group’s individuality and their confidence in their dreams and ambitions. The lyrics are filled with metaphors that describe their personal lives, such as referring to themselves as the thirteenth apostle and having a crooked, large penis. The group also references the religious concept of the Last Supper, implying that they are dining at the top table of their genre. The lyrics are also punctuated with Italian phrases, which add a unique cultural touch to the song.
In summary, "Step By Step" is a rhythmic and upbeat track that celebrates the group's success and individuality, with clever wordplay and swaggering lyrics that reflect their growing confidence as musicians.
Line by Line Meaning
La mia life è no jojo (no jojo, no jojo)
My life is not a joke or a game
Stiamo facendo lo show (for sure, my nigga, for sure)
We are putting on a real show
Stiamo a drippa' swag (drippa' duro)
We are dripping with style and confidence
Faccio tutto step by step (i love you, unclebac),(step by step)
I am taking things one step at a time with the encouragement of my unclebac
Ehi, voglio riempire i miei jeans
Hey, I want to fill up my jeans (with money)
Soldi in tasca, sembra che ho il cazzo storto (ho il cazzo grosso)
Money in my pocket, looks like I have a crooked penis (but really I have a big one)
Sono il tredicesimo apostolo
I am the 13th apostle
Ho apparecchiato l'ultima cena (okay)
I have set the table for the last supper (okay)
Chiamo un infame un infame (sei un infame)
I call a scoundrel a scoundrel (you are a scoundrel)
Abbiamo spezzato il pane (come i fratelli, con i miei cani)
We have broken bread (like brothers, with my dogs)
Vuole sentirsi vicina (vieni qua, baby)
She wants to feel close (come here, baby)
Non vuole sentirsi lontana (è speciale)
She does not want to feel distant (she is special)
Esce un pezzo, compro un pezzo (due pezzi, okay)
A piece comes out (of clothing), I buy a piece (two pieces, okay)
Sto con i miei dog, non puoi fermarci (non puoi)
I am with my dogs, you cannot stop us (you cannot)
Tu-tu-tu vuoi fare il ciccio bello (ciccio bello, okay)
Tu-tu-tu you want to act like a cute chubby guy (cute chubby guy, okay)
Ti mando a casa, ciccio bello (saluto, bye bye)
I send you home, cute chubby guy (goodbye, bye bye)
Spendo soldi perché faccio gli euro (ketchup, soldi)
I spend money because I make euros (ketchup, money)
Parli tanto perché pensi troppo (stupido, tonno)
You talk too much because you think too much (stupid, tuna)
Free mio bro, non è un criminale (free my dog)
Free my brother, he is not a criminal (free my dog)
Sto sul chilo, sto su un'astronave (yeah aight)
I am on the kilo, I am on a spaceship (yeah, alright)
La mia life è no jojo (no jojo, no jojo)
My life is not a joke or a game
Stiamo facendo lo show
We are putting on a real show
Stiamo a drippa' swag
We are dripping with style and confidence
I love you, unclebac
I love you, unclebac
Lyrics © Thaurus Publishing
Written by: Leonardo Bacchelli, Lorenzo Danieli
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