Throughout their whole career M.O.P. deliver the most hard, vicious and violent music hip hop could ever offer. They struck out in 1994. with To The Death, a dark, slow and raging LP that was fully produced by DR Period and featured one of the biggest hardcore rap anthems of the nineties, How About Some Hardcore, that's put by any hardcore rap fan in the same category with Onyx's Slam, Jeru The Damaja's Come Clean and Wu-Tang Clan's Shame On A Nigga.
In 1996 MOP released their second effort, the totally-sophomore-slump-free Firing Squad. Despite totally changing their production sources (the album was mostly produced by Gang Starr's DJ Premier and Fizzy Womack himself), M.O.P. continued torturing fans' ears with extremely hard, rhinocerously slow beats and ecstatic, rampant delivery. Subject matter is either battling with heavy use of criminal associations or serious talk about life in the ghetto.
Two years later M.O.P. hit the fans with a starter - an EP called Handle Ur Bizness and later that year released First Family 4 Life, working on the same formula as ever, again with heavy percentage of DJ Preemo's production, more gems produced by group member Lil Fame and proving that M.O.P.'s trademark is not only the hardest hardcore you can get but also consistency.
Most of M.O.P.'s work was considered underground until 2000, when they released Warriorz, their best work yet. Mainstream got the first hint with "Ante Up", a track produced by DR Period for first time in 6 years. But with self-produced Cold As Ice, a track that featured a rock-song sample (Cold As Ice by Foreigner), M.O.P. achieved major mainstream success, though the song's lyrics were explicit and raging as usual (the radio version edits out much lyrical content to comply with FCC regulations).
In a strange turn, M.O.P. featured on the title track of sugary-sweet boy band LFO's 2001 album Life is Good. Aside from the lack of profanity, M.O.P.'s short verse was rapped in their trademark loud, intense style. It is unclear how this unusual team-up was organized, but it is unlikely that this brief guest spot led to much crossover fan appeal for either group.
"Ante Up" was later remixed with added verse by Flipmodian Busta Rhymes and Terror Squad queen Remy Ma, and was released on the greatest hits record 10 Yearz And Gunnin'. Believe it or not, it is the last hip hop record from M.O.P. In the beginning of the century they switched labels from Loud to Roc-A-Fella in order to have more income and more creative control, but the long-awaited release is still on the shelves. M.O.P. also made a rock-rap album titled simply Mash Out Posse, but it received bad reviews from rap fans who wanted M.O.P. to just rap.
In June 2005, M.O.P. officially announced their signing with 50 Cent's G-Unit, at the same time as Queens rap duo Mobb Deep.
Conquerors
M.O.P. Lyrics
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Heh heh, BRBRBRBRBRBRBRBR!
Warriorz... (c'mon) CONQUERORS!!
YO!! They tryin to kill us (YO!!)
But we don't die.. we gon' live!
YEAH! First.. (YEAH!!) Family - YEAHH!!
[in the background]
[M.O.P.]
Dis da Mash Out Posse baby
Lemme tell y'all somethin
When we go to war
We go all the way to motherfuckin war
[Verse One: Billy Danze]
(OKAY!) I never accepted the glroy
I gave you the story, and showed you how I do it
(MY WAY!) It's the warrior tactics, I'm tellin you bastards
Your back is really no match for this ratchet
(LET'S SAY!) You studied the criminal minds
Specifically mine, you'd be amazed at the shit you would find
(B.K.!) Got a nigga twisted
So I rips it like I rip cause I'm gifted, so
(TO-DAY!) Rap is my profession
And the omens I posess would make me do it with aggression
(AL-WAYS!) M dot, O dot, P dot, forever we hot
Whatever we drop, together we not
(GON' PLAY) Fizzy Wo', William Berkowitz
Witty ways, smooth out your gritty ways, send you to a grave
(WE SAY) If you're comfortable across town
Stay across town, Brownsville put it down
[Chorus: Billy Danze]
It's the M dot O dot P dot (P!!!)
Stop, 'fore you get one of these, slammed in your face
Murder should be the case - nigga this is suicide
Got homies that'll climb up out the sewers when we ride
It's the M dot O dot P dot (P!!!)
Stop before you get one of these, slammed in your face
Murder should be the case - nigga this is suicide
Got homies that'll climb up out the sewer when we ride
[Verse Two: Lil' Fame]
(OKAY!) We notice your mouth been runnin for years
Count your threshold of evils up to lessen some of your fears
(MY WAY!) It's the way of the real, the way of the 'Ville
One day at a time, one day of the crime
(LET'S SAY!) You misunderstood, the ways of a thug
The ways of the hood, you wouldn't survive in
(B.K.!) It'll be an express way to the morgue
Niggaz quick to lay you off, A-S-P-C-A of justice
(MY WAY!)
[Danze] It's the M dot O dot P ["dot P" repeat]
[Outro]
It's the Mash Out Posse
We rep for those, that rep for those.. salute!
The song "Conquerors" by M.O.P. is a powerful anthem of survival and resilience in the face of adversity. The song starts off with the MCs declaring that despite being under attack, they will not be defeated and will keep on living. They then go on to proclaim their loyalty and allegiance to their family, and their firm belief in warrior tactics. The lyrics provide insights into the MCs' tough upbringing in Brownsville, Brooklyn, and how their experiences have shaped their worldview.
Throughout the song, M.O.P. delivers hard-hitting rhymes about their experiences as rappers, their skills as warriors, and their commitment to their community. The chorus, in particular, is an emphatic declaration of their power and influence, as they warn their enemies to back off or face the ultimate consequence.
Overall, "Conquerors" is a song that is full of raw energy, emotion, and intensity. It is a powerful testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Heh heh, BRBRBRBRBRBRBRBR!
The sound of laughter and gunshots symbolize that the rapper is brave and fierce.
Warriorz... (c'mon) CONQUERORS!!
The rapper identifies with being a warrior and believes that he will ultimately conquer and win.
YO!! They tryin to kill us (YO!!)
The rapper acknowledges that there are people who want them dead.
But we don't die.. we gon' live!
The rapper emphasizes his determination to stay alive.
YEAH! First.. (YEAH!!) Family - YEAHH!!
The rapper emphasizes the importance of family and prioritizing his loyalty to them.
Dis da Mash Out Posse baby
The rapper is referring to his group and identifies as part of the Mash Out Posse.
Lemme tell y'all somethin
The rapper prefaces his statement with a warning that he has something important to say.
When we go to war
The rapper is referring to a real-life situation where violence could potentially arise.
We go all the way to motherfuckin war
The rapper emphasizes the severity of the situation and implies a willingness to fight until the death.
I never accepted the glroy
The rapper is humble and does not seek fame or glory.
I gave you the story, and showed you how I do it
The rapper is proud of his story and how he has persevered despite tough circumstances.
It's the warrior tactics, I'm tellin you bastards
The rapper is referring to his tactics in survival and as a warrior.
Your back is really no match for this ratchet
The rapper implies that his weapon (ratchet) is highly-effective and dangerous.
You studied the criminal minds
The rapper implies that others have studied his mind and behavior and what they found would be surprising.
Specifically mine, you'd be amazed at the shit you would find
The rapper implies that he has had a hard life and that his experiences would be surprising and shocking to others.
Got a nigga twisted
The rapper is referring to himself being misunderstood.
So I rips it like I rip cause I'm gifted, so
The rapper believes that he is highly-talented and that he is able to utilize his gifts for survival.
Rap is my profession
The rapper implies that he is highly-skilled in rap and that it is his craft.
And the omens I posess would make me do it with aggression
The rapper implies that he has a certain energy or aura that allows him to approach his craft with skill and ferocity.
Forever we hot
The rapper implies that he and his group are always relevant and successful.
Together we not
The rapper points out that they are not to be underestimated and that they work together as a team to achieve success.
If you're comfortable across town
The rapper is implying that if someone is comfortable in their own area, they shouldn't come to their territory.
Stay across town, Brownsville put it down
The rapper is warning other people to stay away from their territory, as they will be protected by the people of Brownsville.
Stop, 'fore you get one of these, slammed in your face
The rapper is issuing a warning to those who may be threatening them.
Murder should be the case - nigga this is suicide
The rapper implies that those who attempt to hurt them will effectively be committing suicide due to the danger they pose.
Got homies that'll climb up out the sewers when we ride
The rapper implies that his friends and compatriots are willing to come and help when they're in trouble, no matter what kind of situation it is.
We notice your mouth been runnin for years
The rapper is implying that someone has been spreading rumors about them, and they've been doing it for a very long time.
Count your threshold of evils up to lessen some of your fears
The rapper implies that they are aware of someone's bad deeds and they will punish them accordingly if threatened.
The way of the real, the way of the 'Ville
The rapper believes that the way of the 'Ville is the only true reality and that he and his group are part of that reality.
It'll be an express way to the morgue
The rapper is implying that anyone who messes with them will be quickly put to death.
Niggaz quick to lay you off, A-S-P-C-A of justice
The rapper is using wordplay to describe how quick and brutal his group can be when dealing with someone threatening their lives.
We rep for those, that rep for those.. salute!
The rapper is acknowledging their loyal fans and those who look up to them as role models.
Contributed by Chase O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Sterling Jordan
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questmotion
actually i think great music never gets old. Sure u can't listen to it all day like the 1st time u discovered the track, but trust me, i still listen to MOP's older albums and i still enjoy them as much ;) Trick is to diversify artists and genres ;)
Joshua Smith
i love this album to death but i would totally re-work the drums
coly cheikh sadibou
mop is my real crew I LIKE THIS FOR LIFE
doggg
Dope song! Riff reminds me of Black Sabbath - Iron Man.
questmotion
no worries m8, actually i envy you, u'll get to listen to all those awesome albums for the 1st time =) i wished i could go back to the day i listened to MOP for the 1st time ;)
sean armstrong
nothin like a brotha speakin the truth n gettin paid for it. ITS FUCKIN RARE
TheAtom
Debut album? MOP had their fist album 10 years before this one man
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Ξ.Ξ.P 'till Death M.O.P ATHENS FANS
questmotion
Rofl 1st album +D good post though, look up all their albums, 100% dopeness on any of 'em ... Fiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiirree !!!!!!