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.
Since
Mac Dre Lyrics
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Let's do it
What it is
This is what it is
Another knocker
Kick this game around like soccer
Pull up a chair let me make you a plate
Since '88 I've been serving them well
I was serving yell when L was rocking bells
Clocking mail get get getting it
Copping it flip flip flipping it
Now I'm spitting it bar for bar
European whipping it car for car
No doe hoe? You know I say no
I need you like jaws need a rain coat
I put dangles stay high as the star spangled
Choke the blood out you bitch get strangled
Get mangled fucking with this pimping
Hot as Lipton Dre Jay Trimpson
You better pay attention it's all gamed up
Peep the bio the file see how I came up
Since '84 I been out there gettin my doe
In the Sco the O and Valley Jo
Getting rich in the Rich and San Jo
Grinding and rhyming and pimpin hoes
Rolling on vogues and Two Fours
Dre trippa got to stay with two hoes
Stay with zippas boy I keep a few O's
Get bossed and say dog she blows
When I sweat her I say read my lips
Bring me cheddar bitch bring me chips
Finger tips ass hips and lips
Folow my lead don't ask questions bitch
I want fresh fits from Abecrombe & Fitch
When it's going down the Mac comes and shits
The Mac comes to spit
Let me do it to your ear baby
I'm trying to flip see I do it every year baby
Real off the laddish
Getting my cottage
Cheese geez please beez freeze
Stop it you're heading down the wrong path
Fuck making love, bitch I want a tongue bath
Dumb cash can you do it like me?
Cash a fat check at the bank with no I.D.
Can you blow by me when I'm doing 100?
Smacking slapping in my 500
Since '84 I been out there gettin my doe
In the Sco the O and Valley Jo
Getting rich in the Rich and San Jo
Grinding and rhyming and pimpin hoes
Rolling on vogues and Two Fours
Dre trippa got to stay with two hoes
Stay with zippas boy I keep a few O's
Get bossed and say dog she blows
I got cutthroat friends and lots of women
I ride in a Benz but I'll squat a lemon
I want a stuff turkey with all the trimmings
To pay and play extra innings
I'm winning fat lady start singing
I'm finna get the cougnut and start swinging
Skeet dance and eight
And when they run my plates model and make
I'm a shake like I'm riding with a K
Pedal to the medal rarely hit the brake
I love a high speed get away
They wanna get rid of Dre
Put the kid away
But I'm in the day I'm in the 7 series
So quiet you can't even hear the
Engine when I smash the gas
And would you look at all the wood on the dash
Since '84 I been out there gettin my doe
In the Sco the O and Valley Jo
Getting rich in the Rich and San Jo
Grinding and rhyming and pimpin hoes
Rolling on vogues and Two Fours
Dre trippa got to stay with two hoes
Stay with zippas boy I keep a few O's
Get bossed and say dog she blows
In the song "Since '84" by Mac Dre, the rapper talks about his journey in the rap industry and his life as a pimp. He brags about his success and the lavish lifestyle he leads. The first verse begins with him stating that he's going to "kick this game around like soccer" and proceeds to rap about how he's been serving well in the rap game for years. He talks about how he started out selling drugs, and now he's flipping his talent into rapping. He also touches upon the pimping lifestyle, mentioning that he keeps many women around him and that he's always out to make money.
In the second verse, he continues talking about his life in the rap game and pimping. He mentions how he wants his women to bring him money, and he loves the thrill of getting away from the cops while driving fast. He also mentions that he's successful now and can afford a fancy car with luxurious interior. Throughout the song, he emphasizes that he's living the life most people can only dream of, and he's proud of it.
Line by Line Meaning
Come on
Let's get started
Let's do it
Let's begin
What it is
Here's the situation
This is what it is
This is the truth
Another knocker
Another hit song
Kick this game around like soccer
Play and enjoy the rap game
Pull up a chair let me make you a plate
Take a seat, I'll give you some of my knowledge and wisdom
Of this game tha's seasoned like a tasty steak
Of the rap game that is full of experience and expertise
Since '88 I've been serving them well
I've been successful in the rap game since 1988
I was serving yell when L was rocking bells
I was making music when LL Cool J was popular
Clocking mail get get getting it
Making money and being successful
Copping it flip flip flipping it
Buying and selling for profit
Now I'm spitting it bar for bar
Now I'm rapping with skill and precision
European whipping it car for car
Driving expensive European cars
No doe hoe? You know I say no
I don't deal with broke and cheap women
I need you like jaws need a rain coat
I don't need you at all
I put dangles stay high as the star spangled
I wear jewelry and get high often
Choke the blood out you bitch get strangled
I am violent towards women who cross me
Get mangled fucking with this pimping
You will regret messing with me and my pimping lifestyle
Hot as Lipton Dre Jay Trimpson
My music is as hot as Lipton tea
You better pay attention it's all gamed up
You better listen and learn because this is how the game works
Peep the bio the file see how I came up
Check out my history and see how I became successful
I want fresh fits from Abecrombe & Fitch
I want new and stylish clothes from a popular brand
When it's going down the Mac comes and shits
When things get tough, I step in and handle it
The Mac comes to spit
I come to rap and show off my skills
Let me do it to your ear baby
Let me entertain and impress you
I'm trying to flip see I do it every year baby
I'm trying to make money and succeed every year
Real off the laddish
Acting confidently and in charge
Getting my cottage
Acquiring wealth and comfortable living
Cheese geez please beez freeze
Money is important and I want more of it
Stop it you're heading down the wrong path
You're making a mistake
Fuck making love, bitch I want a tongue bath
I don't want love, I want sexual pleasure
Dumb cash can you do it like me?
Can you make money like I can?
Cash a fat check at the bank with no I.D.
Making so much money that identification isn't necessary
Can you blow by me when I'm doing 100?
Can you keep up with me when I'm driving fast?
Smacking slapping in my 500
Driving a Mercedes-Benz and enjoying it
I got cutthroat friends and lots of women
I have dangerous friends and many women in my life
I ride in a Benz but I'll squat a lemon
I drive a nice car but I don't mind a cheaper one
I want a stuffed turkey with all the trimmings
I want the best of everything
To pay and play extra innings
To have enough money to enjoy life to the fullest
I'm winning fat lady start singing
I am successful and it's time to celebrate
I'm finna get the cougnut and start swinging
I'm going to get the money and enjoy life
Skeet dance and eight
Dancing and having fun
And when they run my plates model and make
When people see my car, they will wonder what kind it is
I'm a shake like I'm riding with a K
I'm going to bounce and move like I have a gun (K) in the car
Pedal to the medal rarely hit the brake
I drive fast and don't slow down often
I love a high speed get away
I enjoy driving fast and escaping quickly
They wanna get rid of Dre
There are people who want to take me down
Put the kid away
Stop messing with me
But I'm in the day I'm in the 7 series
I am living my best life and driving a BMW 7 series
So quiet you can't even hear the
The car is so quiet you can't hear the engine
Engine when I smash the gas
The car engine only roars when I step on the gas hard
And would you look at all the wood on the dash
The dashboard has nice wood accents
Since '84 I been out there gettin my doe
Since 1984 I have been making money
In the Sco the O and Valley Jo
In different areas of California
Getting rich in the Rich and San Jo
Becoming wealthy in Richmond and San Jose
Grinding and rhyming and pimpin hoes
Working hard, rapping, and pimping women
Rolling on vogues and Two Fours
Driving on Vogue brand tires and custom wheels
Dre trippa got to stay with two hoes
I always have two women with me
Stay with zippas boy I keep a few O's
I have sex with women and sell drugs
Get bossed and say dog she blows
When I have sex with a woman, I'm in charge and it's good for me
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@sirdoonie
Dre is so underrated, part of me is grateful for that because only real bay area folks that grew up him can really appreciate his music, but another part of me just wants him to have more recognition as an artist. T.i.P
@mitus296
I'm from halfway across the country and I appreciate Mac dre RIP to a real one
@jahnj2523
Bay whack asl on folks nem grave boa
@andrewsmith1638
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@christianhiggins6811
This beat has more soul than most folks do these days...
@Adventure-Zero
AMEN!🙏
@JB-is9zu
Oh for sure. My soul is weak as a new RuneScape character
@zeehobo
These days is an understatement
@tpirm2142
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@henryvillegas8952
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