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.
The Mac Named Dre
Mac Dre Lyrics
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Lemme Introduce Myself, I'm The Mac
No Just A Mac, In Fact I Wear Many Hats
I'm A Rapper, Capper, Punk Bitch Slapper
Catch With The Farmboys In A Tractor
I'm A Actor, Soon To Be Grammy Nominee
When Im On E, I Might Do Comedy
7 5 7 0 Cancer
I'm A Rider, Fighter, Crest Sider
Pull An All-Nighter With Mikey On Wires
I'm A Villian And I'm The Owner Of The Building
A Thug, A Drug, To Give Ya That Feelin'
Im A Producer, Top Notch Gooser
Might Be A Thief, But Im Not No Booster
Dealt With The Roosters Everyday
Put On My Giggin' Shoes And Do The Mac Dre
[Chorus]
Yeah Thats Right I Like To Dance Ho
U Can Catch Me Doin The Furly On The Dance Floor
U Cant Tell Me This Boy Aint Hot
U Aint Skate Dem Eights In The Parking Lot
Gas, Break, Dip On Foreign Soil
Blowin 3c Dank, Forever And Loyal
Stompin At The Reigns Tryin To Gain Some Loot
Hop Out The Range With The Range Rover Boots
Boy Dre Teach Game Like Mathematics
Flippin Out On A Bitch Like Acrobatics
Fe Fi Fo Tare, They Call Me Stupid Dumb Cuz I Dont Care
Mac Dammit God Dammit, Md
The Nigga From The V With That Mac Family Tree
Ripped, Fucked Up Boy, Not Sober
Rollers Pull Me Over, Im Not Pullin Over
[Chorus]
High As A Fuckin Fire Escape, Zooted
Had A 8th Of Shrooms But Nigga I Chewed It
Loot It, Enyce Suited
Pack A .44 And Aint Scared To Shoot It
When I Coug' It, Watch Me Skate
Gold D's On The Biggest Vogues They Make
Give A Bitch A Break, Nope For What?
Ill Be On The Track Posted Up
Im Yokin' Up
In Somethin New Millinie
Im High Tech But Old School Like Izrimi
Feelin Cool Off The Remy Yeh Ya Know Me
Benzito 20 Inch Chromies
Neva Lonely I Do It Menage'
And All My Bitches Do What I Say
So If Ya See Me In The Crowd Actin Shadyish
Dont Trip Its Just Mac Drevious
In the song "The Mac Named Dre," Mac Dre introduces himself and highlights his various talents and roles in life. He refers to himself as a "mac," which is a slang term for a pimp. However, he also claims that he wears many hats, including rapper, actor, producer, drug dealer, and thug. He expresses his confidence in his abilities and reputation by saying that bitches bomb him and that he is a dumb dancer who loves to perform the Furly on the dance floor.
Mac Dre also boasts about being a fighter and rider and that he comes from the Crest side, a gang in Oakland, California. He claims to be the owner of the building, implying that he is successful in his undertakings. Mac Dre also teaches "game like mathematics" and flips out on a bitch like acrobatics. He finishes the song by stating that he is always high and that he is never lonely because he has all his bitches who do what he says.
Overall, "The Mac Named Dre" highlights Mac Dre's larger-than-life persona and his many talents and abilities.
Line by Line Meaning
Lemme Introduce Myself, I'm The Mac
Mac Dre introducing himself to his audience
No Just A Mac, In Fact I Wear Many Hats
Mac Dre is not just a rapper; he has multiple talents
I'm A Rapper, Capper, Punk Bitch Slapper
Mac Dre is a rapper and also a tough guy who can handle any situation
Catch With The Farmboys In A Tractor
Mac Dre enjoys hanging out with the locals
I'm A Actor, Soon To Be Grammy Nominee
Mac Dre is versatile and has ambitions beyond just rap
When Im On E, I Might Do Comedy
Mac Dre is open to doing different things while under the influence
Bitches Bombin Me, Boy I'm A Dumb Dancer
Mac Dre is not a great dancer but he has fun trying
7 5 7 0 Cancer
This is a reference to Mac Dre's area code and not to an actual illness
I'm A Rider, Fighter, Crest Sider
Mac Dre is a fearless and loyal member of his community
Pull An All-Nighter With Mikey On Wires
Mac Dre is willing to work hard and stay up all night to achieve his goals
I'm A Villian And I'm The Owner Of The Building
Mac Dre is a bad guy but he also owns property
A Thug, A Drug, To Give Ya That Feelin'
Mac Dre is dangerous and intoxicating
Im A Producer, Top Notch Gooser
Mac Dre is not just a rapper but also a talented producer
Might Be A Thief, But Im Not No Booster
Mac Dre may have a questionable past but he is not a petty criminal
Dealt With The Roosters Everyday
Mac Dre has a connection to cockfighting
Put On My Giggin' Shoes And Do The Mac Dre
Mac Dre is ready to perform and show off his moves
[Chorus]
Refrain
Yeah Thats Right I Like To Dance Ho
Mac Dre likes to dance and is unapologetic about it
U Can Catch Me Doin The Furly On The Dance Floor
Mac Dre has a signature dance move
U Cant Tell Me This Boy Aint Hot
Mac Dre is confident in his talents
U Aint Skate Dem Eights In The Parking Lot
Mac Dre enjoys roller skating
Gas, Break, Dip On Foreign Soil
Mac Dre is showing off his driving skills
Blowin 3c Dank, Forever And Loyal
Mac Dre is smoking weed and is dedicated to it
Stompin At The Reigns Tryin To Gain Some Loot
Mac Dre is working hard to make money
Hop Out The Range With The Range Rover Boots
Mac Dre has expensive tastes and is stylish
Boy Dre Teach Game Like Mathematics
Mac Dre is knowledgeable and likes to share his wisdom
Flippin Out On A Bitch Like Acrobatics
Mac Dre can get very angry and violent
Fe Fi Fo Tare, They Call Me Stupid Dumb Cuz I Dont Care
Mac Dre is unfazed by people who criticize him
Mac Dammit God Dammit, Md
This is a chant used to hype up the audience
The Nigga From The V With That Mac Family Tree
Mac Dre is from Vallejo and is proud of it
Ripped, Fucked Up Boy, Not Sober
Mac Dre is under the influence and is not thinking clearly
Rollers Pull Me Over, Im Not Pullin Over
Mac Dre is not afraid of authority figures and is willing to take risks
[Chorus]
Refrain
High As A Fuckin Fire Escape, Zooted
Mac Dre is very high and intoxicated
Had A 8th Of Shrooms But Nigga I Chewed It
Mac Dre is not afraid of experimenting with drugs
Loot It, Enyce Suited
Mac Dre is dressed in expensive clothing
Pack A .44 And Aint Scared To Shoot It
Mac Dre is carrying a dangerous weapon
When I Coug' It, Watch Me Skate
Mac Dre likes to skate and is confident in his skills
Gold D's On The Biggest Vogues They Make
Mac Dre's car has expensive wheels
Give A Bitch A Break, Nope For What?
Mac Dre does not have time for people who do not respect him
Ill Be On The Track Posted Up
Mac Dre will be present at the racing track
Im Yokin' Up
Mac Dre is smoking
In Somethin New Millinie
Mac Dre has a new car
Im High Tech But Old School Like Izrimi
Mac Dre is incorporating new technology with an old-school attitude
Feelin Cool Off The Remy Yeh Ya Know Me
Mac Dre is feeling good after drinking Remy Martin cognac
Benzito 20 Inch Chromies
Mac Dre's car has expensive wheels
Neva Lonely I Do It Menage'
Mac Dre is never alone and always has multiple women with him
And All My Bitches Do What I Say
Mac Dre has control over the women he is with
So If Ya See Me In The Crowd Actin Shadyish
Mac Dre does not behave the same way around his fans as he does elsewhere
Dont Trip Its Just Mac Drevious
Mac Dre is a bit mischievous but still harmless
Contributed by Gianna H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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One of the best rap songs you will ever hear in your lifetime
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