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.
G.A.M.E.
Mac Dre Lyrics
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Soldier, say K-L
These fake ass rap niggaz thought I lost it yet
I'm bout to let these old bitch ass niggaz know I got a game in my vein
Verse 1: Mac
Murda murda I wrote it in braile
Uncut, lyrical dope, certified by my scale
The homicide rapper, there'll never be another after
Who the fuck gonna fuck with the scandalous
1-8-7 on these mothafuckin amateurs of rap
Feel the wrath of a nigga who bust
Makin my clique the shit, bitches wanna discuss
? Platonic?, the lyrical killins don't got no motives
In this, in my vein, ain't no way I can control it
When this inside of me is as deadly as them niggas
You know the ones who killed them boys and dumped the body in the river
I enter the place, ski mask covered my face
If they pass me the mic, I'm gonna catch a case
In this mothafucka ya heard of me
? T-T and herb hit the spot?
All the niggas I know is Shell Shocked
Chorus: Mac
I got the game in my vein
Won't change
I got the game in my vein
Won't change
I got the game in my vein
Won't change
I got it, I got it
Verse 2: Mac
I was born in it and represented
The sinister words of murder was the sons of bitches who was wit it
Never die, my motto, fatigue my sheet
Big Wise that's my nigga, Psycho Ward is my clique
Affiliated with cash, got my foot on the gas
Tailgatin real fast, through my sun roof my verbal gun shoot
Them scriptures, paint the pictures
We believe was cops tryin to catch me like receivers
Scream my name, to all these bitches who be hard to tame
Momma said it's a shame, poppa gave me the game
Experience a soldier, my heart pumps battle fluid
You wanna go to war let's get to it
Mac-a-don, put you on teflon style of murder
Deadly as the killer kyle in your hamburger
Till they bury me black, wrapped up in street camo
I rock the microphone strapped off with street ammo
Chorus: Mac
I got the game in my vein
Won't change
I got the game in my vein
Won't change
I got the game in my vein
Won't change
I got the game in my vein
Won't change
Verse 3: Mac
I'm the bad nigga from the bricks
Blood on my kicks
Camoflauged niggas never die, we drop hits
I spit the gospel, to all of my mothafuckin apostles
Mac as potent as the coke snortin in your nostrils
I minister, words of a mothafuckin sinister
Transform into Liu Kang and finish ya
Nigga put me in the game I'ma show you my sports
Witness the street level on the b-ball court
Bitch I'ma die wit it, cause it's a part of my vein
Hear that word camoflauge when you hear my name
So tell them niggas I'm back affiliated, enemy lines are penetrated
My niggas wit me
You cook me up, put me in the pipe, hit me
Spread me in every ghetto, every city, I get busy
And buck, my name Mac remember that, I drop rhymes
Nigga it's Mac as if you missed it the first time nigga
Woah 7x
In "G.A.M.E." by Mac Dre, he begins by addressing the fake rappers who doubted him, with the line "These fake ass rap niggaz thought I lost it yet." He then asserts his skills through his lyrics, calling himself a "murder, murder I wrote it in braile," and that the "lyrical killins don't got no motives." Mac Dre believes that he was born with the game already in his veins, and raps about his experiences in the streets, calling himself a "solder from the bricks," and how he will never change, as he has the game in his vein. He also raps about his affiliations with gangs and the violence that comes with it.
Mac Dre's lyrics in "G.A.M.E." reflect his life growing up in Oakland, California, where gang violence was rampant. His experiences in the streets inspired his music, which became popular in the Bay Area in the late 90s and early 2000s. Mac Dre's rap style was unique, as he often used humorous and playful rhymes mixed with more serious themes.
Line by Line Meaning
What nigga drop that shit
Asking who released the new track.
Soldier, say K-L
Addressing a fellow rapper to acknowledge the new release.
These fake ass rap niggaz thought I lost it yet
Proving the critics wrong who wrote Mac Dre off.
I'm bout to let these old bitch ass niggaz know I got a game in my vein
Asserting himself and his distinct style that he's kept in his DNA.
Murda murda I wrote it in braile
Brags about his killer lines and how they're second nature to him.
Uncut, lyrical dope, certified by my scale
His rhymes are the purest, straight from the source and of verified quality.
The homicide rapper, there'll never be another after
Self-proclaiming his status and uniqueness in the rap scene.
The Mac's rapture, I represent, that's what I'm on the map for
He's captivating with his music and his reputation precedes him.
Who the fuck gonna fuck with the scandalous
Daring his critics to step up and challenge him.
1-8-7 on these mothafuckin amateurs of rap
He's mocking and challenging lesser skilled rappers that fail to measure up.
Feel the wrath of a nigga who bust
The force with which he delivers his bars is intimidating and fearsome.
Makin my clique the shit, bitches wanna discuss
His squad is unbeatable and his success attracts attention from groupies.
? Platonic?, the lyrical killins don't got no motives
The homicide rapper silences his haters and kills with no remorse.
In this, in my vein, ain't no way I can control it
His creativity is uncontrollable and something he is born with.
When this inside of me is as deadly as them niggas
The passion he has for music is as lethal as murderous criminals.
You know the ones who killed them boys and dumped the body in the river
A reference to gangster violence and how it reflects his ruthless style.
I enter the place, ski mask covered my face
He's a mysterious figure, probably hiding from the law or his rivals.
If they pass me the mic, I'm gonna catch a case
He's so fierce with his rhymes, he could very well be accused of a crime.
In this mothafucka ya heard of me
He's so popular and notorious, that everyone knows his name.
? T-T and herb hit the spot?
It's unclear what this line means, likely a reference to some of his close associates.
All the niggas I know is Shell Shocked
His squad is ready for anything that comes their way.
I got the game in my vein
Won't change
I got the game in my vein
Won't change
I got the game in my vein
Won't change
I got it, I got it
Reaffirming the fact that he has a style of rap that is uniquely his own and he is not changing it for anyone.
I was born in it and represented
Music is Mac's domain, always has been and always will be.
The sinister words of murder was the sons of bitches who was wit it
Murderous themes are a part of his artistic persona and he's unapologetic about it.
Never die, my motto, fatigue my sheet
He's unstoppable and his lyrics will always ring true.
Big Wise that's my nigga, Psycho Ward is my clique
He shows love to his friends and the people he rolls with.
Affiliated with cash, got my foot on the gas
Money is always on his mind and he's always on the go.
Tailgatin real fast, through my sun roof my verbal gun shoot
His rhymes are like bullets, brimming with energy and force.
Them scriptures, paint the pictures
His rhymes are like holy scriptures that paint vivid, violent pictures.
We believe was cops tryin to catch me like receivers
The police are always on his tail, trying to pin him down.
Scream my name, to all these bitches who be hard to tame
He's popular with the ladies and they love his bad boy appeal.
Momma said it's a shame, poppa gave me the game
He's always been a rebel, and his parents probably understood that early on.
Experience a soldier, my heart pumps battle fluid
His experience has made him one tough warrior, always ready for a fight.
You wanna go to war let's get to it
Challenges his rivals to face him on the battlefield of rap.
Mac-a-don, put you on teflon style of murder
His rhymes are tough to penetrate, like wearing a bulletproof vest.
Deadly as the killer kyle in your hamburger
A reference to the infamous serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer, showing how deadly his rhymes can be.
Till they bury me black, wrapped up in street camo
He'll stay true to his roots till his very last breath.
I rock the microphone strapped off with street ammo
His rhymes are loaded and always ready to strike.
I'm the bad nigga from the bricks
He's a tough guy from the ghetto, and he's proud of it.
Blood on my kicks
His shoes symbolize his violent lifestyle and the dangers that come with it.
Camoflauged niggas never die, we drop hits
He and his crew are unstoppable and always release great music.
I spit the gospel, to all of my mothafuckin apostles
His rhymes are like holy teachings, spreading his message to his fans.
Mac as potent as the coke snortin in your nostrils
He's as addictive as drugs and his rhymes are like a high.
I minister, words of a mothafuckin sinister
His rhymes are sick and twisted, but that's what sets him apart from other rappers.
Transform into Liu Kang and finish ya
He can be as deadly as a character from the Mortal Kombat game, finishing his enemies off.
Nigga put me in the game I'ma show you my sports
He's ready for anything and he'll prove his worth on the field of rap.
So tell them niggas I'm back affiliated, enemy lines are penetrated
His haters have no clue what's coming their way, as he's back and better than ever.
My niggas wit me
He's got his squad with him, and they're ready for any challenge.
You cook me up, put me in the pipe, hit me
He's like a drug, always in demand and adding to the excitement of the rap scene.
Spread me in every ghetto, every city, I get busy
His music is accessible everywhere, and he's always working hard.
And buck, my name Mac remember that, I drop rhymes
His rhymes are unforgettable and his name is one to remember.
Nigga it's Mac as if you missed it the first time nigga
He's reminding everyone who he is and never fails to make an impression.
Woah 7x
An exclamation showing his enthusiasm and energy in the rap scene.
Contributed by Ethan F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.