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.
Young Playah
Mac Dre Lyrics
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I got a fifth of heem and some hurt ya dick weed
Taking fat sips of the hennesey
And if I ain't drunk now, I'm finna be
Its the cold crest capper on the microphone
Making sucka sounding punks straight leave it alone
From the G-H-E-TT-O, land of the freaky hoe
Where niggas get the cock, bust a nut, say beep me hoe
No money for movies hoe, so don't even mention it
'Cause times are too rough, its hard to do stuff
The crack'll slack, I need to try some new stuff
I need to start packin', dressin' in black and
Come out after 12 with my gat and start jackin'
Cars with beat, taking money from freaks
And even jack that motherfucka on the corner who geeks
I gotta survive and try to stay alive hoe
Life is like cracker jacks but money's the prize though
24-7 on a get mail mission
Times are getting crazy but you don't listen
Young brothas grow up, become tight and thangs
Just a few close niggas the rollers call 'em a gang
I can't understand how these devils think
I need to get my nine and cold take me a drink
And get sick wit it, they can't get wit it
They need to eat my ass, and suck some dick wit it...
One more time back at you
With a nice smooth beat to rap to
Its young MD from the romp baby
And I'm on my way to the top baby
I got a one way ticket, there's not return
And sucka MC's better wait your turn
'Cause I'm a fly young brotha with a gift of gab
And bitch don't let it get ya mad
I be straight shift strikin', and never would I be hikin'
Lots of dank, and lots of drank is what a nigga be likin'
Straight romp bandit, the rollers can't understand it
When they run up in my house and come out empty handed
UGH, they can't touch Dre
'Cause I'm a cold crest creeper makin' much pay
Doin' it the only way I know how
And these many of styles, got me on top of the pile
Makin' M-A-I-L, hear what I spell
Rollers try to keep me in they J-A-I-L
But I be -A-I-L, spending my mail
Just to get out of the see-E-LL...
Last... but not least
Mac muthafuckin' Dre is on the mic G
Listen party people as I get dumb
I got stupid dope lyrics let me spit 'em
It's the riggity riggity riggity romp stizzar
You know hoes want to ride in my cizzar
But none never ever get fizzar
Maybe 'til there is no stizzar
'Cause its P-I-M-P-I-N-G
Hoe come pay me my money
'Cause the D-I-see-K don't come free
As long as I got you I won't slang the D
'Cause I'm too damn vicious, you can't get wit this
You won't get kisses, you'll just get dick bitch
Its MD on the mic hoe
And never say never 'cause you might blow
For some of you hoes it might take some time
But when I spit that rhyme and cold blow your mind
Fuck you for a while then take a nap
Then you're waking me up blowing me off the map
Put on my clothes and I'm on my way
And you wish you wouldn't've fucked with the mac named Dre...
"and my number one rule is run up through it"
The lyrics to "Young Playah" by Mac Dre are about his desire to live life on his own terms and hustle his way to the top. He talks about drinking Hennessy and smoking weed to get drunk, packing a gun and robbing people to survive, and making money as a successful rapper. Mac Dre also mentions the struggles of living in the ghetto, where poverty and crime are rampant, and women are objectified. He boasts about his gift of gab, his many styles of rap, and his ability to make money by any means necessary.
The lyrics use a lot of slang and diction that is specific to the hip-hop culture of the 1990s, which is when the song was released. The chorus is repeated twice and serves to emphasize Mac Dre's ambition to become a successful rapper despite the obstacles he faces. The last line of the song, "and my number one rule is run up through it", reinforces Mac Dre's determination to succeed.
Overall, "Young Playah" is a gritty, street-smart anthem that showcases Mac Dre's unique style of rap and highlights his struggle to overcome adversity and make his mark in the rap game.
Line by Line Meaning
Kick back while I romp, rap, perk, and get keyed
I am relaxing while I perform, rap, drink coffee, and smoke marijuana.
I got a fifth of heem and some hurt ya dick weed
I have a bottle of Hennessy and some strong marijuana.
Taking fat sips of the hennesey
I am drinking large quantities of Hennessy.
And if I ain't drunk now, I'm finna be
If I am not already drunk, I will be soon.
Its the cold crest capper on the microphone
I am a talented rapper from Vallejo, California.
Making sucka sounding punks straight leave it alone
I am such a talented rapper that my competition is intimidated.
From the G-H-E-TT-O, land of the freaky hoe
I am from the ghetto, where promiscuous women are prevalent.
Where niggas get the cock, bust a nut, say beep me hoe
Where men receive oral sex, ejaculate, and request that the woman contact them again.
No time for kickin' it, niggas be dickin' it
There is no time for socializing, men are focused on having sex.
No money for movies hoe, so don't even mention it
There is not enough money for entertainment, don't even suggest it.
'Cause times are too rough, its hard to do stuff
Times are difficult, and it is hard to accomplish goals.
The crack'll slack, I need to try some new stuff
The crack cocaine supply is low, I need to find alternative ways to make money.
I need to start packin', dressin' in black and
I need to start carrying a gun, and dress in dark clothing.
Come out after 12 with my gat and start jackin'
I will come out after midnight with my gun and start robbing people.
Cars with beat, taking money from freaks
I will target cars with loud sound systems, and rob people who are seeking sexual encounters.
And even jack that motherfucka on the corner who geeks
I will even rob the person on the corner who is acting sketchy.
I gotta survive and try to stay alive hoe
I need to do whatever it takes to survive and stay alive.
Life is like cracker jacks but money's the prize though
Life is difficult, but making money is the ultimate goal.
24-7 on a get mail mission
I am always working to get money.
Times are getting crazy but you don't listen
Times are becoming increasingly chaotic, but I am not being heard.
Young brothas grow up, become tight and thangs
Young men become close and form gangs.
Just a few close niggas the rollers call 'em a gang
Police refer to a group of close friends as a gang.
I can't understand how these devils think
I cannot comprehend the mindset or actions of law enforcement officers.
I need to get my nine and cold take me a drink
I need to get my gun and take a cold drink.
And get sick wit it, they can't get wit it
I am so talented and unique that law enforcement cannot compete.
They need to eat my ass, and suck some dick wit it...
They are incompetent and should perform oral sex on me.
One more time back at you
I am returning to the microphone.
With a nice smooth beat to rap to
The instrumental behind the microphone is perfect for rapping.
Its young MD from the romp baby
It is young Mac Dre from the party, baby.
And I'm on my way to the top baby
I am on my path to success, baby.
I got a one way ticket, there's not return
I am fully committed, and there is no turning back.
And sucka MC's better wait your turn
Other rappers should wait their turn to showcase their skills.
'Cause I'm a fly young brotha with a gift of gab
I am a talented rapper with great speaking ability.
And bitch don't let it get ya mad
Do not become angry or jealous.
I be straight shift strikin', and never would I be hikin'
I enjoy smoking marijuana and drinking alcohol, and will never quit my habits.
Lots of dank, and lots of drank is what a nigga be likin'
I enjoy strong marijuana and alcoholic beverages.
Straight romp bandit, the rollers can't understand it
I am a skillful rapper, and law enforcement cannot comprehend my talent.
When they run up in my house and come out empty handed
Police will not find anything valuable when they raid my home.
UGH, they can't touch Dre
They cannot compete with Mac Dre.
'Cause I'm a cold crest creeper makin' much pay
I am a successful and intimidating rapper from Vallejo.
Doin' it the only way I know how
I am rapping in my unique style.
And these many of styles, got me on top of the pile
My diverse rapping skills have brought me success in the music industry.
Makin' M-A-I-L, hear what I spell
I am making money, listen to the letters I spell.
Rollers try to keep me in they J-A-I-L
Law enforcement attempts to incarcerate me.
But I be A-I-L, spending my mail
I will not be imprisoned, I will spend my money.
Just to get out of the see-E-LL...
Just to avoid jail.
Last... but not least
Before I finish...
Mac muthafuckin' Dre is on the mic G
Mac Dre is present to perform.
Listen party people as I get dumb
Listen, audience, as I rap and have fun.
I got stupid dope lyrics let me spit 'em
I have great rap lyrics that I would like to share.
It's the riggity riggity riggity romp stizzar
I am a unique and talented rapper from the party scene.
You know hoes want to ride in my cizzar
Women are attracted to me and the vehicle I am driving.
But none never ever get fizzar
However, they do not receive the opportunity to do so.
Maybe 'til there is no stizzar
Perhaps, when there is no longer a car available.
'Cause its P-I-M-P-I-N-G
It is pimping, and I am successful in attracting women.
Hoe come pay me my money
Women involved in prostitution must give me my share of the earnings.
'Cause the D-I-see-K don't come free
Sexual pleasure requires payment.
As long as I got you I won't slang the D
As long as I have your company, I will not work as a prostitute.
'Cause I'm too damn vicious, you can't get wit this
I am too talented and ferocious to be outmatched.
You won't get kisses, you'll just get dick bitch
You will not receive affection, only sex.
Its MD on the mic hoe
I am Mac Dre, the rapper performing.
And never say never 'cause you might blow
Never underestimate me, because I may become successful.
For some of you hoes it might take some time
Becoming successful may take some time for certain individuals.
But when I spit that rhyme and cold blow your mind
When I perform, I will impress and amaze you.
Fuck you for a while then take a nap
We will have sex for a bit, then take a nap.
Then you're waking me up blowing me off the map
You will wake me up performing oral sex on me.
Put on my clothes and I'm on my way
I will get dressed and leave the building.
And you wish you wouldn't've fucked with the mac named Dre...
You will regret ever interacting with Mac Dre.
"and my number one rule is run up through it"
My personal philosophy involves aggressively pursuing my goals.
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TysonD916
2020 still bumping this timeless classic much love to the MAC from Sactown
j-theory the quantum mechanic
"Takin fat sips of the Hennessy, and if I ain't drunk now I'm finna be..." Ahh, the golden era of real rap..
KrystalRunner88
this hero of hiphop has not one bad track. seriously, dig deep, you will not find one bad track.
Bryan Vega
hendrixphish420 this is true. only he has 5 best of Mac dre volumes. because all his shit slaps
Hollywoodsfinest
rip mac dre!!! without you rap music dont be this,what is today!!!! mac all day!!!!miss yaaa man.
J.B GamingTv
he's spitting straight game!. r.i.p your shit never gets old fuck the haters
MrPINHEAD123
Mac Dre is honestly my favorite artist, young black brotha & genie of the lamp are the best albums in my opinion... not considering the rompilations
dazed wavves
Whole album still holds up ! Omfg 🔥
Pablo Rojas
2017 STILL SLLLLLLLLLAPPIN. R.i.P MAC DRE!!!!!!!!!!
morbidlust666
Thats a cold funky heavy beat