Career
Mac Dre's music gained popularity in the early to mid 1990s throughout the Bay Area, eventually receiving national recognition through his independent record labels Romp and Thizz Entertainment. He released many hit singles, such as "Too Hard for the Radio", and most recently "Feelin' Myself". He was the creator of the "Thizzle Dance", a popular dance which holds no specific standard. Hardship and controversy were staples of Mac Dre's career. After recording his first three albums between 1989 and 1991, Mac was charged with conspiracy to commit bank robbery. His record label, Romp Productions, and his many references to "Romper Room" in his songs, coincided with a Vallejo robbery gang of the time calling themselves the "Romper Room Gang" and responsible for the robberies of many area banks and pizza parlours. Hicks was alleged to be a member of the gang. The rapper was sentenced to five years in prison in 1992.
In prison, Hicks gained some notoriety by recording the lyrics to songs directly over the Fresno County jail inmate telephone. His album, Young Black Brotha, was a result of such efforts, as well as guest appearances on fellow artists' songs, all while Hicks was still imprisoned. A later album, Back 'N Da Hood, was also made up of these prison-recorded songs.
After his release from prison in 1996, Mac Dre began releasing albums steadily, building pace in the early 21st century. Mac Dre's audience was growing, and mainstream hip-hop stations were beginning to give Hicks' music more airtime. Hicks relocated to Sacramento, California in 2001, where he began a label, Thizz Entertainment.
Death
On November 1, 2004, Mac Dre was shot to death while returning to his hotel after a performance in Kansas city. A car pulled up next to the white van carrying Dre along with other Thizz artists. Whether words where exchanged or not, the ordeal ended in the bloodshed of a bay area rap legend. The van swerved off the road and into a ravine where it ran into a tree. Word is that Dre was thrown from the van, but officials say they found him in the front seat, dead on arrival. Some believe that Mac Dre's killer was Kansas City rapper Anthony "Fat Tone" Watkins. In 2005 Watkins was murdered, allegedly by Bay Area rapper Mac Minister. In March 2006, Mac Minister was arrested by FBI officials.
Black Buck Rogers
Mac Dre Lyrics
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A queen lookin like she need to be in a magazine
Or a movie scene movin the green
Workin with a team that?s workin for a king
19 lean bustin out the seams of tight jeans no one-night please
I need something that?s goin bring the things that bling bling to a king
Green what do you mean
Hutch does dreezy like afro sheen
Its natural things and I?m smooth as cream
And I know you can sell a fool a dream
Top notcha better watch ya space-age pimp the black buck rogers
[chorus]
I ain't a trick but I spend a little to make a lot
You ain't tryna pop then hutch shake the spot
Got to make a knot, you tie my work
When the stack gets fat kick back and perk
I?m potent I be soakin it
Which side you ride with broke or rich
Now we bitch rider tryna get butter
Ass with the most cash lives hotter
It ain't a problem that I can?t fix
I keep it poppin and make more chips
Make more hits get the crew hyphy
She's my bitch but that?s your wifey
Smackin it or mackin it
The heat gonn skeet when I?m packin it
She?s a notch better watch shell sneak a cheat
With the black buck rogers bdbpp
[chorus]
Mac Dre the black buck rogers
Got drafts and cuts like the dodgers
Runnin check on her Throw em up in her
Shirt says champ but is she really a winner
Or really a beginner tryna enter
If she cool then fool I'm a sinner
It?s all about the cash put the trash in the cash
If you don?t understand girl I'm the man
Put it in my hand we can live life lav
24/7 I get my cash
Smash, fash, shake the dass
If the funk start bunk don?t wait to blast
I'm a cutthoat if you must know
I go for the green and the guts though
Don?t trust hoe body like mody (snitch!)
Black buck rogers is hyphy?n the party
[chorus]
The lyrics to "Black Buck Rogers" by Mac Dre are a mix of references to sci-fi, pimp culture, and materialism. The opening lines suggest that the singer is interested in a specific type of woman: one who is not only beautiful, but also wealthy and well-connected. The line "I need something that's goin bring the things that bling bling to a king" is emblematic of this sentiment. The singer is looking for a woman who can help him achieve material success and power.
However, the lyrics also touch on themes of deception and mistrust. The line "And I know you can sell a fool a dream" suggests that the singer is wary of women who may manipulate him for their own gain. The chorus, which repeats the phrase "I ain't a trick but I spend a little to make a lot," speaks to a transactional relationship between the singer and the women he pursues.
Throughout the song, Mac Dre references his own status as a cultural icon, calling himself the "black buck rogers" and suggesting that he is the life of the party. The lyrics are a potent mix of bravado and vulnerability, portraying a man who is both confident in his abilities and wary of being taken advantage of.
Line by Line Meaning
She's a dime playa, but I need a 15
She's attractive, but I need something more than just looks.
A queen lookin like she need to be in a magazine
She looks like she belongs on a magazine cover.
Or a movie scene movin the green
She looks like she should be starring in movies and making lots of money.
Workin with a team that's workin for a king
She should be working with a successful team that's making lots of money.
19 lean bustin out the seams of tight jeans no one-night please
She's young and attractive with a great body, but I'm not interested in just a one-night stand.
I need something that's goin bring the things that bling bling to a king
I need someone who can help me make lots of money and live a luxurious lifestyle.
Green what do you mean
What do you mean by 'green'? Are you talking about money?
Hutch does dreezy like afro sheen
I'm smooth and confident like a popular hair product called 'Afro Sheen.'
Get down with another broad if that's yo thing
If you're into other women, go ahead and do your thing.
Its natural things and I'm smooth as cream
It's only natural to be attracted to different women, and I'm comfortable with that.
And I know you can sell a fool a dream
I know you're good at convincing people to believe in something that may not be real.
Top notcha better watch ya space-age pimp the black buck rogers
You better watch out for me, the 'Black Buck Rogers,' because I'm the best of the best.
[chorus]
This is the chorus of the song, and it repeats throughout.
I ain't a trick but I spend a little to make a lot
I'm not a fool, but I'm willing to spend money in order to make even more money.
You ain't tryna pop then hutch shake the spot
If you're not interested in making money, then it's time for me to leave.
Got to make a knot, you tie my work
I need to make lots of money, so you need to help me achieve that.
When the stack gets fat kick back and perk
When I've made enough money, I can relax and enjoy the perks of my wealth.
I'm potent I be soakin it
I'm powerful and successful, and I'm enjoying my wealth.
Which side you ride with broke or rich
Are you struggling financially, or are you successful and wealthy like me?
Now we bitch rider tryna get butter
We're trying to make a lot of money quickly and easily.
Ass with the most cash lives hotter
The person with the most money is living a better life.
It ain't a problem that I can't fix
There's no situation that I can't handle or solve.
I keep it poppin and make more chips
I keep my business going strong and make even more money.
Make more hits get the crew hyphy
I keep making successful 'hits' (songs), and my crew is getting excited and energetic (hyphy).
She's my bitch but that's your wifey
I may be involved with your wife, but she's still mine and part of my success.
Smackin it or mackin it
I'm either having sex with women or just flirting with them and building relationships.
The heat gonn skeet when I'm packin it
Things are going to get wild and exciting when I'm around.
She's a notch better watch shell sneak a cheat
She's not completely faithful, and you need to be careful she doesn't cheat on you.
With the black buck rogers bdbpp
I'm the 'Black Buck Rogers,' and I'm always successful and on top.
Mac Dre the black buck rogers
I'm Mac Dre, and I have the same level of success and power as the famous science fiction hero 'Buck Rogers.'
Got drafts and cuts like the dodgers
I have a smooth and cool style, like the famous baseball team the Dodgers.
Runnin check on her Throw em up in her
I'm checking up on my women and making sure they're still loyal to me.
Shirt says champ but is she really a winner
Someone might look like a champion on the outside but may not really be successful or trustworthy.
Or really a beginner tryna enter
Someone might be just starting out and trying to make a name for themselves.
If she cool then fool I'm a sinner
If she's attractive and successful, then I might be willing to do something 'sinful' to be with her.
It's all about the cash put the trash in the cash
Everything is about making money, and sometimes we have to put aside our morals to do so.
If you don't understand girl I'm the man
If you don't understand that I have the power and success in this situation, then you're not paying attention.
Put it in my hand we can live life lav
Give me your money, and we can enjoy a luxurious lifestyle.
24/7 I get my cash
I'm always making money, around the clock.
Smash, fash, shake the dass
We're going to have a great time, partying and enjoying life.
If the funk start bunk don't wait to blast
If there's trouble, we need to take care of it right away and not wait to protect ourselves.
I'm a cutthoat if you must know
I'm willing to do whatever it takes to succeed, even if it means hurting others.
I go for the green and the guts though
I'm focused on making money and going after what I want, regardless of the risks.
Don't trust hoe body like mody (snitch!)
Don't trust these women, because they might betray you (like a snitch).
Black buck rogers is hyphy'n the party
I'm the 'Black Buck Rogers,' and I'm bringing the energy and excitement to this party.
[chorus]
This is the chorus of the song, and it repeats throughout.
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Lucid&Alive
The man was 100 years ahead of his time....
jasmine romero
So much potential , just imagine how the world would be if he was still alive.
Shon Moore
Like 2pac. When you brag about hitting pussy? Someone's getting upset.
Juan Perez
Dre 4 life
Stan Marsh 420
Ikr
Makaveli23mj
Has enough for us all rip
Boronda 420
Omg right ! Terrible terrible ! He was too hard for the fucking world !!! Ayyeee !!
Esmeralda Moreno
Mac dre was a real dude just imagine what it would be like if he was still living 😪 probably just like he said "Girl I'm da man" and on top of the rap game. He's most definitely one of my top 5
Money Man
this will forever be a slap💯
Andy Appleton
been coming back since 03 or 04 I think right when he died when I heard of him we had our own hyphy mov in southern Oregon, always be top 3 my favorite rappers