Andre Hicks (July 5, 1970 - November 1, 2004), better known by his stage na… Read Full Bio ↴Andre Hicks (July 5, 1970 - November 1, 2004), better known by his stage name, Mac Dre, was a Bay Area based gangsta rapper from the Crest side of Vallejo, California, active since 1988 and considered one of the predecessors of the hyphy movement. During his career in the rap world, he worked with artists like Andre Nickatina, Yukmouth, Snoop Dogg, Mac Mall, Dubee and Keak da Sneak.

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.

Somethin You Should Know
Mac Dre Lyrics

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When I got the Phone cal I was rolling on the interstate, "
Dre have you ate yet, how′s bout a dinner date?" Hmm, I dunno, let me check my schedgy, I'm free at 8: 30, pick me up when you readgy.
Hopped out the Chevy, so i could freashen up.
Rolled a sack in the back and pulled my weapon up.
Poured a glass of 7up and made a quick snack: Salami and Swiss, piled on a ritz Crac.
Called the punk bitch back. "
What′s up Alice?" She got the mad and said "
My name's not Alice" "

Alright Alice, pick up from my palace.
I stay in Westland, I know you know where that is..." "
That's where my dad lives, be there in a jiffy".
Threw on 150′s and my red ken griffy, t-shirt crispy, shaved with the andes, electric reusable.
Threw in my removable, iced out grill so when i spit my spill it′s chilly chill.
I'm really ill, really feel, really mackish.
I′m waiting on the bitch and i'm puffing on some cactus. "
Damn where ya at bitch, I started thinking", Baby pulls up in an Aviator Licoln?!
I grab me somethang cuz they won′t catch me leaking cuz punks hanging trying bang, every weekend.
I started speaking, "this a hell of a car", I said "
Where we eating?" She said "
The Elephant Bar", I said "the Hell if we are, I'd rather Benihanas" she said "
What′s that for?" I said "
For any Drama".
Now at the restaurant I'm feeling like the man, spoke Japan "
Give me moo-goo-gai-pan".
Ate, Drank, got full and burped and said "
Alright you beezy, it's time to curt".
Dipped to her spot that was tucked in the cut put dick through the cock and I busted a nut.
Then I busted the nut, one mo′ gain.
Then I busted a nut, on the ho′s chin.
No here we go again, another Fiasco.
I'm digging her out, while I′m playing wit her asshole.
Fuck being bashful, baby I'm a bash pro.
She said "
Dre I′ll give you anything you ask fo'".
You got class ho.
Now look: pay close attention, I′m about to sing the hook!
Before I give you some more...
There's something you must know...
I'm a pimp and I gots hos.

Can′t fuck fo′ free no mo'...
Can′t fuck fo' free no mo′...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Mac Dre's song "Somethin You Should Know" depict a conversation between the singer (presumably Mac Dre) and a woman named Alice. The song begins with the singer receiving a phone call while driving on the interstate. Alice asks him if he has eaten yet and suggests a dinner date. The singer checks his schedule and agrees to meet at 8:30. He then stops his car to freshen up, roll a joint, and arm himself before proceeding. He makes a quick snack and calls Alice back.

The singer addresses Alice as "Alice" although she denies that it is her name. He tells her to pick him up at his place in Westland, where his father lives. He dresses up, puts on his red Ken Griffey Jr. t-shirt, shaves, and puts on a removable iced-out grill. While waiting for Alice, he puffs on some cactus (presumably marijuana). When Alice finally arrives in an Aviator Lincoln, the singer grabs something (presumably a weapon) to protect himself from potential danger.

They discuss where to eat, but the singer objects to Alice's suggestion of The Elephant Bar and suggests Benihana instead, anticipating potential drama. They eventually go to a restaurant where the singer orders moo-goo-gai-pan. After eating, the singer and Alice go to her place, where they engage in sexual activity. The singer emphasizes his skill and confidence and refers to himself as a "bash pro." Alice tells him she is willing to give him anything he asks for, implying that he has successfully impressed and pleased her. The song ends with a reminder of the singer's status as a pimp and his refusal to engage in sexual activities for free anymore.

Line by Line Meaning

When I got the Phone cal I was rolling on the interstate
I was driving on the freeway when I received a phone call

Dre have you ate yet, how's bout a dinner date?
Dre, have you eaten yet? Would you like to go on a dinner date?

Hmm, I dunno, let me check my schedgy, I'm free at 8: 30, pick me up when you readgy.
Let me check my schedule, I am available at 8:30. Pick me up when you're ready.

Hopped out the Chevy, so i could freashen up.
I got out of my Chevrolet car to freshen up.

Rolled a sack in the back and pulled my weapon up.
I rolled a joint in the backseat and grabbed my gun.

Poured a glass of 7up and made a quick snack: Salami and Swiss, piled on a ritz Crac.
I poured a glass of 7UP and made a quick snack consisting of salami and Swiss cheese piled on a Ritz cracker.

Called the punk bitch back. 'What's up Alice?' She got the mad and said 'My name's not Alice'
I called the disrespectful woman back and greeted her by saying 'What's up Alice?' She became angry and corrected me, saying her name is not Alice.

'Alright Alice, pick up from my palace. I stay in Westland, I know you know where that is...' 'That's where my dad lives, be there in a jiffy'
'Alright Alice, come pick me up from my place. I live in Westland, and I know you're familiar with the area.' 'That's where my dad lives, I'll be there very soon.'

Threw on 150′s and my red ken griffy, t-shirt crispy, shaved with the andes, electric reusable.
I put on Nike Air Max 150 shoes and a red Ken Griffey Jr. t-shirt. I shaved my hair with Andis electric clippers, which I can use again.

Threw in my removable, iced out grill so when i spit my spill it's chilly chill.
I put in my removable, diamond-studded dental grill so that when I rap, it sounds cool and smooth.

I'm really ill, really feel, really mackish. I'm waiting on the bitch and i'm puffing on some cactus.
I'm really skilled, really confident, and really ready for anything. I'm waiting for the woman while smoking marijuana.

'Damn where ya at bitch, I started thinking', Baby pulls up in an Aviator Licoln?!
'Damn, where are you, darling? I started wondering', then she unexpectedly arrives in a luxurious Lincoln Aviator car!

I grab me somethang cuz they won't catch me leaking cuz punks hanging trying bang, every weekend.
I grab my weapon because I don't want to be caught off guard. There are people who are always looking for trouble and trying to start fights every weekend.

I started speaking, 'this a hell of a car', I said 'Where we eating?' She said 'The Elephant Bar', I said 'the Hell if we are, I'd rather Benihanas' she said 'What's that for?' I said 'For any Drama'.
I started a conversation by complimenting her impressive car and asked where we were going to eat. She suggested going to The Elephant Bar, but I disagreed and said I would prefer Benihana. She asked why, and I explained that it's to avoid any potential trouble or conflicts.

Now at the restaurant I'm feeling like the man, spoke Japan 'Give me moo-goo-gai-pan'.
Now, at the restaurant, I'm feeling confident and important. I spoke to the waiter in a playful manner, requesting the menu item 'moo-goo-gai-pan' which is a Chinese dish.

Ate, Drank, got full and burped and said 'Alright you beezy, it's time to curt'.
I ate, drank, and became full. After burping, I jokingly said 'Alright, my dear, it's time to leave'.

Dipped to her spot that was tucked in the cut put dick through the cock and I busted a nut.
We went to her hidden and secluded place, engaged in sexual intercourse, and I ejaculated.

Then I busted the nut, one mo' gain. Then I busted a nut, on the ho's chin.
After ejaculating once, I did it again. This time, I ejaculated onto the woman's chin.

No here we go again, another Fiasco. I'm digging her out, while I’m playing wit her asshole.
Here we go again, another wild and crazy experience. I am pleasing the woman sexually, including engaging in anal play.

'Fuck being bashful, baby I'm a bash pro.' She said 'Dre I'll give you anything you ask fo'. You got class ho.
'I don't care about being shy, darling, I'm an expert in having wild fun.' She expressed her willingness to fulfill any of my desires and complimented me by saying I have sophistication.

Now look: pay close attention, I'm about to sing the hook!
Now, listen carefully, I'm about to sing the chorus.

Before I give you some more...
Before I share additional information or experiences with you...

There's something you must know...
There is important information that you need to be aware of...

I'm a pimp and I gots hos.
I am a pimp and I have a group of prostitutes working for me.

Can't fuck fo' free no mo'...
I cannot engage in sexual activities without receiving monetary compensation anymore...

Writer(s): Andre Hicks

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