One of Mac Mall’s first singles was a song called “Ghetto Theme”, and the music video directed by Tupac Shakur in 1993. He was also longtime friends with the Mac Dre, who was his mentor early on in his career/ repairing their friendship a couple of years before Dre’s death.[clarification needed] He is one of the premier artists on Dre’s Thizz Entertainment label. He is also cousins to E-40 and B-Legit.
In 1993 Mac Mall released his debut album Illegal Business? on the Young Black Brotha label. He was just 15 years old at the time his debut album was released. Khayree Shaheed worked as the producer and the album featured Ray Luv, Mac Dre and The Mac. In 1995 he contributed a verse to E-40’s “Dusted and Disgusted”, and in 1996 he signed a record deal with Relativity Records, which released his second, and most successful album, Untouchable.
In 1999, he started his own Sessed Out label, the first release being the compilation Mac Mall Presents the Mallennium, followed by his first solo album on the label, Illegal Business? 2000 a year later, although his popularity of a few years earlier had waned. Immaculate followed in 2001, on which he mixed gangster rap with religious themes, with Mackin’ Speaks Louder Than Words in 2002 and Illegal Game in 2004. He also contributed to the first “Boss Ballin” compilation record produced by D-Shot, cousin of Mac Mall and brother of E-40 and former member of the Bay Area Group “The Click”.
Discography:
* 1993: Illegal Business?
* 1996: Untouchable
* 1999: Illegal Business? 2000
* 1999: Mallennium
* 2000: Beware of Those (With JT the Bigga Figga)
* 2001: Immaculate
* 2002: Mackin Speaks Louder Than Words
* 2004: Illegal Game (With JT the Bigga Figga)
* 2004: The Macuscripts, Vol. 1
* 2005: The Macuscripts, Vol. 2
* 2005: The Macuscripts, Vol. 3
* 2005: The Macuscripts, Vol. 4
* 2005: Da U.S. Open (With Mac Dre)
* 2006: Thizziana Stoned And The Temple of Shrooms
Crestside
Mac Mall Lyrics
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Crestside, It's tha Triple see
Crestside, It's poppin' in tha Crestside
Crestside, Livin' that pimp life
Tryin' to get a pimp ride
(Mac Mall)
Shit, I'll take ya way back
Spittin' game longer than the gateway track
It must have been a blessin' raised as an adolescent
And mack 11 testin' in tha glass house
Straight twamped out 'cause hang gotta Caddy on them thangs
Wit a phat-ass TV, so at age 9 I wanted that to be me
And now big A.C. can make in million on the Vegas strip
Since 1976 we been infuenced by pimps
And y'all suckas, is lucky that Smooth can't walk
'cause a lot of y'all fools would be outlined in chalk
And I'd like to say what's up, to my nigga Ronny Wenn
He's a G when it comes to strugglin' hustlin'
To the top, Rest in Peace to Pop and Chris Macabee
He put the Mac in me, that's why I ride a brome today
Straight game, the crestside way, we goin' pop all day
Whether weed or Yay, I'm still stressin' 'cause it seems like last night
we lost
Mike,
S double, and damn God needs to let the real nigga's live,
But Nokey is gone and Freddy is dead
In the Crestside
(Chorus)
Now 95 is the day and soldiers shootin' for the game,
Big Buggy's a straight killa servin' rocks on the way
The Double are hit them banks wit' glocks in the Pelican Bay
You disrespect the Country Club and fool prepare for the shank,
This ain't no overnight shit
We been at this for years
Back when Finch rolled a Benz and Baby Frank was gettin' his
So if you ask me, why my fondest memories is bout' shootouts
And high speeds with the police
Spill Hennessey for D-Boy and house Dubee,
It's us against them so I stay true to the triple see
6' in the morn choppin' quit low on the St's set up shop
Throughout the "V" to move the next key
Rivals be snitchin' but cook em' all in a crock pot
Floss old schools on gold shoes and let the hoes jock
Crestside shit, Aliens want to copy-cat
All in a city full of squares, playa's, and dirty mack's
want to-be gangsta's, and small tymer's tryin' to act hard
Well real-ass soldiers, a chosen few rollin' like hard
North of Vallejo, cuddies puttin' in the major work
Open your eyes and take a look at my crazy turf.
It's called the...
(Chorus)
Back when that Piggy P was a crooked cop
Back when that K St. mob ruled the Kemper block
Back when we said fuck the world, because we loved Benz
Do you remember Figgaro and tryin' to hustle for ends
Hopin' that I stick to my grind and stay real to the street
One day I'll talk on Mobile phones and have a Chevy Caprice
Wit a couple of mounts and some slam in my trunk
And a spliff of that zesty 'cause we don't fuck wit' them blunts
But in this day and age cuddy, this done got ill
Youngsta's that won't a mill and ain't afraid to kill
What the crooked game deals baby bloods gettin' spilled
Now it's blunt packin' chumps that try to set up shop where we chill
So it's all to the hood 'cause when we mob I'm stayin' hip to the time,
Got my mind on my money keep one hand on my nine
On the same street corner where I was brought up and raised
The only chance I get for peace is when I'm drunk or I'm blazed
If this shit soundin' far-fetched and you think that I lied
Grab your nuts nigga , we goin' for a ride through the Crestside
(Do Thangs)
This game don't stop from the Crestside
O.G.'s young pimps, playa's that's right
(Chorus 3X)
(Do Thangs)
This game don't stop from the Crestside
Tec nines, mack joints nigga that's right
This game don't stop from the Crestside
O.G.'s young pimps, playa's that's right
One Luv,
Dolomite
The song “Crestside” by Mac Mall is about life in Crestside, Vallejo, California as a pimp. The chorus repeats the phrase “Crestside, It’s poppin' in tha Crestside, Livin' that pimp life, Tryin' to get a pimp ride” and sets the theme for the song. Mac Mall talks about his life and the life of others in Crestside. He shares his childhood dreams of owning a Cadillac with a phat TV, something he had seen and admired in his youth. Mac Mall gives shoutouts to fellow pimps and talks about losing some of them, including Mike and S double. The verse describes the harsher realities of life in Crestside, including gang activity and drug deals. The song acknowledges his aspirations to live a better life and become a big player in the pimp game.
The lyrics of “Crestside” touch on themes of survival, endurance, and the harsh reality of life in the “game.” Mac Mall describes the early years of his life, including his impressionable childhood and the many ways that he was drawn to a life of pimping. He notes that he was inspired by his father, known as “Big A.C.,” who made millions in Las Vegas. The song also reflects on the hard lives of other pimps in Crestside, including the struggles they faced and the many obstacles that they had to overcome. Ultimately, “Crestside” is a powerful reminder of the sometimes brutal realities of life in the underworld, and the ways in which people in these situations must use every tool available to them in order to survive.
Line by Line Meaning
Crestside, It's tha Triple see
Triple C is the place to be
Crestside, It's poppin' in tha Crestside
Things are happening in Crestside
Crestside, Livin' that pimp life
Living the life of a pimp in Crestside
Tryin' to get a pimp ride
Trying to acquire a luxury car that a pimp might own
Shit, I'll take ya way back
Let's go back to the past
Spittin' game longer than the gateway track
I have been talking game for a long time
It must have been a blessin' raised as an adolescent
Growing up was a blessing for me
And mack 11 testin' in tha glass house
Testing firearms in a car with tinted windows
Straight twamped out 'cause hang gotta Caddy on them thangs
Riding around in a Cadillac with big wheels
Wit a phat-ass TV, so at age 9 I wanted that to be me
Desiring a TV in the car at the young age of 9
And now big A.C. can make in million on the Vegas strip
A.C. can earn millions on the Las Vegas Strip now
Since 1976 we been infuenced by pimps
Pimps have had an impact on us since 1976
And y'all suckas, is lucky that Smooth can't walk
You are fortunate that Smooth cannot walk
'cause a lot of y'all fools would be outlined in chalk
Many of you would be dead
And I'd like to say what's up, to my nigga Ronny Wenn
Sending greetings to Ronny Wenn
He's a G when it comes to strugglin' hustlin'
Ronny Wenn is skilled at struggling and hustling
To the top, Rest in Peace to Pop and Chris Macabee
RIP to Pop and Chris Macabee
He put the Mac in me, that's why I ride a brome today
My style is inspired by Chris Macabee, which is why I ride a bike today
Straight game, the crestside way, we goin' pop all day
Playing the game in the way of Crestside, it will be successful all day
Whether weed or Yay, I'm still stressin' 'cause it seems like last night we lost
Regardless of whether it is weed or cocaine, I am still worried because we lost some people last night
Mike, S double, and damn God needs to let the real nigga's live,
Mike, S double, and others were killed, it feels like God should protect the good people
But Nokey is gone and Freddy is dead
Nokey and Freddy are deceased
Now 95 is the day and soldiers shootin' for the game
In 1995, people are fighting for the game
Big Buggy's a straight killa servin' rocks on the way
Big Buggy sells drugs and is dangerous
The Double are hit them banks wit' glocks in the Pelican Bay
The Double has robbed banks and has guns in Pelican Bay prison
You disrespect the Country Club and fool prepare for the shank
If you disrespect the Country Club, prepare for violence
This ain't no overnight shit
This takes time
We been at this for years
We have been doing this for a long time
Back when Finch rolled a Benz and Baby Frank was gettin' his
Recalling the time when Finch had a Mercedes and Baby Frank was becoming successful
So if you ask me, why my fondest memories is bout' shootouts
My best memories involve shootouts
And high speeds with the police
Also recalling driving fast with police in pursuit
Spill Hennessey for D-Boy and house Dubee
Drinking Hennessy for the deceased D-Boy and House Dubee
It's us against them so I stay true to the triple see
It is us against them, so I remain faithful to Triple C
6' in the morn choppin' quit low on the St's set up shop
Setting up drug deals at 6 AM on the street corner
Throughout the 'V' to move the next key
Moving the next key from Vallejo
Rivals be snitchin' but cook em' all in a crock pot
Rivals snitch, but will be punished severely
Floss old schools on gold shoes and let the hoes jock
Showing off old cars with gold rims and attracting the ladies
Crestside shit, Aliens want to copy-cat
Crestside lifestyle is unique, and others want to imitate it
All in a city full of squares, playa's, and dirty mack's
Living in a city where everyone has different motives
want to-be gangsta's, and small tymer's tryin' to act hard
There are wannabe gangsters and dishonest people who attempt to act tough
Well real-ass soldiers, a chosen few rollin' like hard
Real soldiers stand out from the rest because they know how to be tough
North of Vallejo, cuddies puttin' in the major work
North of Vallejo, friends are working hard
Open your eyes and take a look at my crazy turf
Pay attention to the difficult circumstances where I come from
Back when that Piggy P was a crooked cop
Recalling when Piggy P was a dishonest officer
Back when that K St. mob ruled the Kemper block
Remembering when K St. mob was in power at Kemper block
Back when we said fuck the world, because we loved Benz
Disregarded people's opinion in the pursuit of owning a Mercedes
Do you remember Figgaro and tryin' to hustle for ends
Do you remember Figgaro and trying to make money
Hopin' that I stick to my grind and stay real to the street
Hoping to continue working hard and staying true to the street
One day I'll talk on Mobile phones and have a Chevy Caprice
One day, I will have a mobile phone and a Chevy Caprice car
Wit a couple of mounts and some slam in my trunk
With a couple of devices and drugs in my car trunk
And a spliff of that zesty 'cause we don't fuck wit' them blunts
Smoking marijuana as a joint rather than a blunt
But in this day and age cuddy, this done got ill
Presently, this situation is turning bad
Youngsta's that won't a mill and ain't afraid to kill
Young people who want money and are willing to commit murder
What the crooked game deals baby bloods gettin' spilled
Sadly, young members are dying due to the corrupt system
Now it's blunt packin' chumps that try to set up shop where we chill
Now, troublemakers are attempting to create trouble where we hang out
So it's all to the hood 'cause when we mob I'm stayin' hip to the time
It's all for the neighborhood because I am aware of what's happening
Got my mind on my money keep one hand on my nine
Focusing on making money while also keeping my weapon close
On the same street corner where I was brought up and raised
On the street corner where I grew up and lived
The only chance I get for peace is when I'm drunk or I'm blazed
The only moments of peace and tranquility are when I drink or smoke weed
If this shit soundin' far-fetched and you think that I lied
If this story sounds exaggerated and you think I'm lying
Grab your nuts nigga, we goin' for a ride through the Crestside
Get ready, we're going on a journey through Crestside
Tec nines, mack joints nigga that's right
The weapons we'll be holding, Tec-9s and Mack 10s
This game don't stop from the Crestside
The game never ends in Crestside
O.G.'s young pimps, playa's that's right
Older gangsters, young pimps, and players are all around
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