Born Dedrick D'Mon Rolison in 1971, Mack 10 perpetually represented Inglewood, California throughout his career, the Los Angeles neighborhood he called home. His professional rap career began in 1995 when he signed with Priority, the premier label for West Coast rap at the time, and released his self-titled album. The West Coast gangsta movement was peaking around this time, and Mack 10 capitalized on the trend with "Foe Life," a song he wrote with Ice Cube, one of the West Coast's reigning talents. The partnership struck gold, and the song became a coastal anthem, opening the door for a successive single, "On Them Thangs." Mack 10 then partnered with Ice Cube again a year later to form the West Coast supergroup Westside Connection along with another Los Angeles rapper, WC. The three had united for a standout song on Mack 10's debut album, "Westside Slaughterhouse," and hoped to reprise their camaraderie for the Westside Connection album. They certainly did so, recording the boastful lead single "Bow Down," which taunted the East Coast, along with several other songs discussing the East-West tension that dominated rap at the time.
Mack 10 followed the number two-charting Westside Connection album with his second album, Based on a True Story, and its lead single, "Backyard Boogie," in 1997. The album became his most successful, peaking at number 14 on the Billboard album chart, and confirmed his quick ascendance to fame. Moreover, the album is generally considered to be Mack 10's career highlight: it features a modest number of guests (Snoop Dogg, E-40, Ice Cube), top-notch G-funk-era producers (Ant Banks, Soopafly), and little of the filler that would begin to populate his successive releases. Mack 10 returned a year later with another Top 20 album, Recipe, which is notable for its abundance of guests. In fact, only one song featured Mack 10 alone; every other song featured at least one guest, if not more; everyone from Master P and Mystikal to Jermaine Dupri and Ol' Dirty Bastard. Following the extravagencies of Recipe in 1997, Mack 10's career began to slowly spiral downward, much like the West Coast gangsta rap scene he rode to fame. His only release in 1998 was Hoo Bangin': Mix Tape, more of a showcase for the many up-and-coming rappers on his Hoo Bangin' label than for himself, and listeners weren't very interested. When Mack 10 finally did return with another full-length of his own, The Paper Route, in 2000, three years after Recipe, listeners similarly weren't very interested.
The relative disappointment of The Paper Route brought Mack 10's souring relationship with Priority Records to an end, and along came Cash Money Records, who happily signed the rapper to a contract. The partnership seemed somewhat unlikely. Cash Money was a leading Dirty South label with a small roster of in-house rappers such as Juvenile and Lil Wayne; however, the label was looking to expand its roster as well as its reach, and Mack 10 offered it a great opportunity to unite the West Coast and Dirty South. The resulting album, Bang or Ball (2001), neither topped the charts nor garnered substantial attention despite boasting "Hate in Yo Eyes," a Dr. Dre production that interpolated the Bee Gees' "Stayin' Alive." The album nonetheless signaled a new direction for Mack 10, who sounded surprisingly comfortable working with one of the Dirty South's premier producers, Manny Fresh. Less than a year later in summer 2002 came Mack 10 Presents da Hood, a Hoo Bangin' release prominently featuring numerous up-and-coming West Coast rappers: K-Mac, Deviossi, Skoop, Cousteau, and Techniec. More importantly, though, the album featured "L.A. for Ya," an anthemic song that was customized for the West Coast's leading radio stations as well as for Lakers and Clippers home games. The customized versions worked, and the song garnered quite a bit of airplay on the West Coast, making it one of Mack 10's biggest hits in years. Ghetto, Gutter and Gangster appeared in 2003 followed by Hustla's Handbook two years later
You Don't Want None
Mack 10 Lyrics
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I hit licks nigga
Yeah homey, with that one-oh piece hangin around yo' neck
Whassup?
I hit licks nigga
Eighteen carat on the wrist, double digit style
What's happenin witchu man?
I hit licks nigga
I told you dog, I hit licks nigga
[Mack 10]
I Inglewood swing like a king, cause my pockets is the fattest
The young presidential nigga with the platinum status
Maniac Mack 10, and I'm callin all hogs
Now who wanna test the Chickenhawk and the Dawgs?
With the fo'-fo' knockin noodles leavin niggaz like top ramen
And Dawg I'm dumpin everytime you're even thinkin about bombin
This a jack move blood, hit the deck and that's real
You need to give up your goods or get your punk ass killed
[Road Dawgs]
In this life I'm takin chances servin, slidin plastic
Got bitches walkin out of banks with cash advances
I came up watchin true ballers; no one can school us
I've seen fools go from mule-rs to you-Haul-ers
Stay strapped for the get back; plus I use it
To jack hustlers and kidnappers *woman screaming*
Every since my Dawg died, I put mo' licks in the mix
Another motherfucker hog tied
in the trunk of the Continental (how you do dat)
Trix are for kids, when I'm finished check his dental (check it)
Step up to spit slugs on him, fool stole from me
I had to plug on him (we know his whereabouts)
No more hesitatin, no more debatin no more waitin
We gotta take him, shake him for his Dayton's
Empty the clip and desecrate him, verbatim
(Kill that nigga yo) You hatin, we gotta fade em
Chorus: Road Dawgs
You don't want none (Westsiders we riders)
Licks, it's all about stacks and stocks
Max with glocks
[Mack 10] as my lifetime is tickin
Comin up strong, lickin and flippin chickens
Chorus
[Road Dawgs]
Huh, it be the season for lickin (right)
Much love to my thug niggaz and drug dealers
(Hell yeah (nigga) make way)
For the handler hawkin fingers, bell ringers, bringers
On the real, when I stick steel in your grill
With the intent to kill you bout to get your cap peeled
Glock in the hand of a mack, I'm a hundred and jack
Kill for the crack, sell it and steal it right back
Set your mindstate, into murders and po-po
California's ruthless... keep the fo'-fo'
Straight dumpin out a fo'-do'
In the city with the Damu rip, and cholo
G's wearin Polo, doin their 'do low
When I strike, you're stuck, I attack like Cujo
It's do or die for da meanest
In a gang like this nigga, fuck all freaks!
[Mack 10]
Since dope is the game, I guess I found my niche
Got everybody trippin how quick I got rich
First Mack used to struggle, but now it's mo' betta
I got to meet mo' niggaz, so I made mo' chedda
Now my whole umbrella check doe like a teller
Went from a quota rock nigga, to a big bird seller
Got the spot straight vacant what's to be made a nigga make it
And what a nigga ain't makin, you best believe a nigga takin
Chorus
[Road Dawgs]
I'm a motherfuckin menace, mashin through Lennox
Up to Venice down in Henny's, chasin it with Guinness
All one, greed in my eyesite stay G'd
And make em bleed nigga what that I like
Gangsta love, slippin on my gloves
Turn into eleven showin they sevens and the dove
Who the Dawgs in your house? Comin through your doors
And your windows, layin niggaz out
[Mack 10]
I can see clearly now, let the bullshit fade
Niggaz can't paid caught up in the masquerade
So I mash and hoo-ride when it's time to collide
And keep a big fat heater cause it's cold outside
I flash like boo-ya, won't hesitate to DO ya
A nigga like me a straight junkie for MOO-la
One-Oh all about the doe the dividends and the funds
Makin hons pull they guns and fuckin two-one-one's (beyitch!)
[Road Dawgs]
I been exposed to this lavish life gangsta shit
And I suppose I'm 'posed to have a nice major grip
So give it up motherfucker! You got
One more time with that flip mouth then I'm buckin ya
Check it in homey, keys and cash
Don't make me act afool and blast your brains all over that dash
Another bloody situation (Bitch ass nigga!)
Blaowww, I ran out of patience
Chorus 4X
[Mack 10]
Yeahhh, the Road Dawgs, and Mack One-Oh
Straight up Westside Connect gangbangin to the fullest nigga!
(Tell em Dawg) hahaha
YOU KNOW FOOL! Unfadeable
Dub-S-see-G, you niggaz don't want none
(WessSYDE!!)
You don't want none
Nah nigga, you don't want none
(You don't want NONE!)
Mack 10's "You Don't Want None" is a gangsta rap song that focuses primarily on the theme of robbing or stealing from others. The song is a collaboration between Mack 10 and Road Dawgs and is characterized by aggressive rhymes and hardcore production. Mack 10's verse specifically refers to his personal experiences in Inglewood, emphasizing his wealth and power as a figure to be reckoned with. He calls himself a "young presidential figure with platinum status" and proceeds to call out other gang members, declaring his dominance as a "maniac" and "the Chickenhawk and the Dawgs."
Road Dawg's verse, on the other hand, focuses on his own personal experiences with the gangster lifestyle. He references his participation in "licking" and the dangers he faces as a gang member. He also mentions his distrust of law enforcement and its propensity for treating black people unfairly. He repeats the chorus's titular phrase, "you don't want none," warning others about the consequences of attempting to steal from him or his associates.
Overall, the song highlights the violent and dangerous aspects of gang culture and the struggles faced by those who participate in it. The lyrics suggest that robbery and violence are necessary methods for survival in a harsh and unforgiving environment.
Line by Line Meaning
Damn Dawg, sure look you ballin
Wow, my friend, you really appear to be successful and wealthy.
I hit licks nigga
I commit robberies, my friend.
Yeah homey, with that one-oh piece hangin around yo' neck
Yes, my friend, you have a diamond necklace worth $10,000 hanging around your neck.
Whassup?
How are you doing?
Eighteen carat on the wrist, double digit style
I have an 18-carat gold bracelet on my wrist, representing my high status and wealth.
What's happenin witchu man?
What's going on with you, my man?
Pushin ?rar-ies?
Driving fancy, expensive cars.
I told you dog, I hit licks nigga
I already mentioned that I commit robberies, my friend.
I Inglewood swing like a king, cause my pockets is the fattest
I, a resident of Inglewood, live a lavish lifestyle because I have a lot of money.
The young presidential nigga with the platinum status
I am a young and influential person with a high level of success and wealth.
Maniac Mack 10, and I'm callin all hogs
I am a crazy and fearless person, and I am summoning all my friends to join me.
Now who wanna test the Chickenhawk and the Dawgs?
Who is brave enough to challenge me and my group of loyal friends?
With the fo'-fo' knockin noodles leavin niggaz like top ramen
I shoot my .44 caliber gun, causing significant damage to people like a bowl of instant noodles.
And Dawg I'm dumpin everytime you're even thinkin about bombin
My friend, I am ready to use my weapon any time you contemplate starting a conflict.
This a jack move blood, hit the deck and that's real
This is a robbery, my friend. Get on the ground, and I'm being serious.
You need to give up your goods or get your punk ass killed
Either surrender your valuable possessions or face the consequence of death, you coward.
In this life I'm takin chances servin, slidin plastic
I am taking risks and engaging in illegal activities like drug dealing.
Got bitches walkin out of banks with cash advances
I have women leaving banks with money borrowed in advance.
I came up watchin true ballers; no one can school us
I grew up observing successful people and learning from them. No one can surpass us.
I've seen fools go from mule-rs to you-Haul-ers
I have witnessed foolish individuals transition from small-scale drug trafficking to becoming truck rental owners.
Stay strapped for the get back; plus I use it
I always carry a weapon for retaliation, and I am not afraid to utilize it.
To jack hustlers and kidnappers *woman screaming*
I rob hardworking individuals who are involved in illegal activities and instill fear in them.
Every since my Dawg died, I put mo' licks in the mix
Ever since my loyal friend passed away, I have been involved in more robberies.
Another motherfucker hog tied
in the trunk of the Continental (how you do dat)
I have another individual tied up in the trunk of my luxury car, a Continental. (How did I manage that?)
Trix are for kids, when I'm finished check his dental (check it)
When I am done with my violent actions, there will be damage to the person's teeth. (Check it for yourself.)
Step up to spit slugs on him, fool stole from me
I had to plug on him (we know his whereabouts)
I will approach the person and shoot bullets at him because he stole from me. (We have knowledge of his location.)
No more hesitatin, no more debatin no more waitin
There will be no more hesitation, no more discussion, and no more waiting.
We gotta take him, shake him for his Dayton's
We need to confront and rob him, taking his expensive Dayton wheels.
Empty the clip and desecrate him, verbatim
(Kill that nigga yo) You hatin, we gotta fade em
We will unload the entire magazine into him, leaving his body in a disrespectful state. (Kill that man, my friend, you are envious. We need to eliminate him.)
You don't want none (Westsiders we riders)
You don't want any trouble. (We, residents of the west side, are fierce and ready for any conflict.)
Licks, it's all about stacks and stocks
Max with glocks
Robberies are all about acquiring money and assets. We are armed with guns.
[Mack 10] as my lifetime is tickin
As I grow older and approach the end of my life
Comin up strong, lickin and flippin chickens
I am becoming more successful, quickly acquiring and selling drugs.
Huh, it be the season for lickin (right)
This is the perfect time for committing robberies. (Isn't that right?)
Much love to my thug niggaz and drug dealers
I have great affection for my fellow criminals and drug dealers.
(Hell yeah (nigga) make way)
For the handler hawkin fingers, bell ringers, bringers
(Hell yeah, my friend, clear the path.) I am referring to individuals who constantly carry guns and engage in violence.
On the real, when I stick steel in your grill
Honestly, when I point a gun at your face
With the intent to kill you bout to get your cap peeled
With the intention of fatally shooting you, I am about to remove the top of your head.
Glock in the hand of a mack, I'm a hundred and jack
I am a skillful and aggressive individual, armed with a Glock firearm.
Kill for the crack, sell it and steal it right back
I am willing to commit murder for the drug crack cocaine, and then I sell it and steal it back again.
Set your mindstate, into murders and po-po
Prepare yourself mentally for committing murder and evading the police.
California's ruthless... keep the fo'-fo'
California is a place where ruthless acts are common. Always carry a .44 caliber gun.
Straight dumpin out a fo'-do'
I regularly shoot my .44 caliber gun.
In the city with the Damu rip, and cholo
In the neighborhood associated with the Bloods gang and Mexican American gang members.
G's wearin Polo, doin their 'do low
Gangsters are dressed in designer clothing brand Polo, and they keep a low profile.
When I strike, you're stuck, I attack like Cujo
When I initiate my violent actions, you will be trapped and unable to escape, just like the vicious dog Cujo.
It's do or die for da meanest
It is a life or death situation for the most dangerous individuals.
In a gang like this nigga, fuck all freaks!
In my gang, disrespecting women is encouraged.
Since dope is the game, I guess I found my niche
Since drug dealing is the lifestyle I am involved in, I have discovered my area of expertise.
Got everybody trippin how quick I got rich
I have impressed everyone with how rapidly I became wealthy.
First Mack used to struggle, but now it's mo' betta
Initially, I, Mack 10, faced hardships, but now everything is much better for me.
I got to meet mo' niggaz, so I made mo' chedda
I have gained connections with more individuals, which has allowed me to increase my wealth.
Now my whole umbrella check doe like a teller
Now, everyone under my influence is making as much money as a bank teller.
Went from a quota rock nigga, to a big bird seller
I transitioned from selling a limited amount of drugs to becoming a major distributor.
Got the spot straight vacant what's to be made a nigga make it
I have cleared out a location and converted it into a profitable enterprise.
And what a nigga ain't makin, you best believe a nigga takin
If I am not earning enough, you can be certain that I will take what I need.
I'm a motherfuckin menace, mashin through Lennox
I am an extremely dangerous individual, causing chaos in the Lennox neighborhood.
Up to Venice down in Henny's, chasin it with Guinness
I frequently travel from the Lennox neighborhood to Venice, taking shots of Hennessy cognac and washing it down with Guinness beer.
All one, greed in my eyesite stay G'd
We are united as one gang, with our eyes focused on gaining wealth and success.
And make em bleed nigga what that I like
I enjoy inflicting harm on individuals and making them bleed.
Gangsta love, slippin on my gloves
I have a deep affinity for the gangster lifestyle and constantly wear gloves.
Turn into eleven showin they sevens and the dove
Transform into violent individuals who exhibit aggression and display the gang's symbols.
Who the Dawgs in your house? Comin through your doors
Who are the gang members invading your home? They are entering forcefully.
And your windows, layin niggaz out
They are also breaking through your windows, causing harm to individuals.
I can see clearly now, let the bullshit fade
I now have a clear understanding of the situation and can ignore any unnecessary drama.
Niggaz can't paid caught up in the masquerade
People are unable to make money because they are trapped in a facade or false image.
So I mash and hoo-ride when it's time to collide
Therefore, I aggressively and confidently confront any conflicts that arise.
And keep a big fat heater cause it's cold outside
I always carry a large firearm because the world is a dangerous place.
I flash like boo-ya, won't hesitate to DO ya
I suddenly appear like a bright flash and will not hesitate to harm or kill you.
A nigga like me a straight junkie for MOO-la
I, as an individual, have an insatiable desire for money.
One-Oh all about the doe the dividends and the funds
My nickname, One-Oh, represents my focus on earning money and increasing financial gains.
Makin hons pull they guns and fuckin two-one-one's (beyitch!)
I make attractive women draw their firearms and engage in violent actions with criminals. (Bitch!)
I'm a motherfuckin menace, mashin through Lennox
I am an extremely dangerous individual, causing chaos in the Lennox neighborhood.
Up to Venice down in Henny's, chasin it with Guinness
I frequently travel from the Lennox neighborhood to Venice, taking shots of Hennessy cognac and washing it down with Guinness beer.
All one, greed in my eyesite stay G'd
We are united as one gang, with our eyes focused on gaining wealth and success.
And make em bleed nigga what that I like
I enjoy inflicting harm on individuals and making them bleed.
You don't want none
You do not want any trouble.
Chorus 4X
Repeating the chorus four times
Yeahhh, the Road Dawgs, and Mack One-Oh
Yes, my friends, the Road Dawgs and I, Mack 10
Straight up Westside Connect gangbangin to the fullest nigga!
We are fully committed to gang activity on the Westside and part of the Westside Connect gang.
(Tell em Dawg) hahaha
(Tell them, my friend) *laughter*
YOU KNOW FOOL! Unfadeable
You understand, fool! We are unstoppable.
Dub-S-see-G, you niggaz don't want none
Representing the Westside Connect gang, none of you want any trouble.
(WessSYDE!!)
(Westside!)
You don't want none
You do not want any trouble.
Nah nigga, you don't want none
No, my friend, you definitely do not want any trouble.
(You don't want NONE!)
(You do not want ANY of it!)
Lyrics © OBO APRA/AMCOS
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@DALLASCOWBOYS-zo8zs
Mack got one the dopest flows in the game... WOOP!!!
@jamesrobinson8612
Moss you didn't want none
@jamesrobinson8612
On October 31st in 1999. My brother and I went to the Broncos v Vikings game in Denver. I was playing this cut and letting them know that I was there. Wore my #80 Cris Carter jersey. Vikings 23- Broncos 20
@EmelianoPerez-vd4dt
"THA WEST" = "MOST DOMINANT"/"KLLA CALI"
@dw7057
Inglewood California Gang style
@danielking9252
Mac 10 put Squeak Ru and Gee Luv on....Never knew that!
@hamudiel1110
@@danielking9252 Naughty by Nature put them on? or am i wrong
@MarkSilva-fy6ti
@@hamudiel1110aa😊 high
@Davo32310
Yea br and g luv not squeak ru@@hamudiel1110
@DOLLARSMAKESENSE1
shit Bang