Curry formed his first band, Crystal Sphere, with "White Boy Larry," Fernando Barrios, Ricky Rutherford and Aaron "El Hefe" Abeyta. In 1992, Curry separating from Crystal Sphere. He released he first solo album "It's Only Time" the same year.
Subsequently based in Sacramento CA and known for his raw raw voice and rugged edge, Curry played with The Hell House Band which released a CD featuring his longtime drinking buddy and step-brother El Hefe, a member of NOFX.
Curry released "Front Street" in 2008.
Muscle Game
Mark Curry Lyrics
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Uh, uh oh
Startin' to feel this
Startin' to feel it
[Black Rob]
Yo, who these cats think they is takin' they biz that's round here?
Yo, dog, don't even go there
Now it's flowers; I think you best a round on up
Your entourage - slim chance of y'all gettin' large
It's non-cipher; that's because B.R.'s in charge
It's set here; cats is known for gettin' wet here
And left here, till the cops come pick us up
[Mark Curry]
Step in a territory that's corrupt, pushin' your luck
Intrudin' wishes is already sowed up; n**** fold up
You and your crew and peoples will get slain
This ain't the place to try and gain fame from
You gets burnt in the streets a n**** worked hard to make
And I'll be damned if I let another brother take it
Alive for his own sake; they better vacate
Promptly, 'fore they get they a** stomped
Listen, take heed to what we sayin', n****s
[Chorus]
We won't lie; sometimes we stick 'em up
Last time, it was enough, though word life some hos did 'em up
And nine glocks set 'em up
I know it was your dough 'cause I was right there when they split it up
I could tell you where to find the corpse
But that cheddar - I'm afraid, dog, that's gone forever
[Mark Curry]
Greed for wealth got us stingy
We got a spot that's hot
N****s envy the fact that we clock mad dough
They want to see us shut down, but, no
I don't think so; the crew is still rakin' the cash flow
For every dime bag sold on this block, we want in
One slug behind the back; it's under the skin
When n****s try to step to the block and Bogard
We can't see it happenin'
Warn them first; get the f*** out of dodge
Better believe that; test it
See if we won't put you on your back, n****s
[Chorus]
[Black Rob]
Now bein' that it's all out war
I'm bringin' more than that four-by-four
Watch me dispose of all y'all
Y'all fraud a** n****s
Tape me reboard a** n****s
Gun bigger than sword a** n****s
Now enter in the ring, gun drawn, makin' moves like pawns
Two at a time, comin' for mine
Like a song, n****, CBS, he can't be serious finesse
He don't believe I keep a gun in the vest
[Mark Curry]
You think you can disgrace this empire we built from scratch?
You stupid; I wouldn't care how ruthless your crew is
We got defense on this area; try to attack
Mad n****s on the barriers that's dyin' of blast back
There be no givin' and no takin', definitely no breakin'
Laws we lay down; here's the situation
Severe torture is what those who don't feel us face
I show no love for a punk-a** n**** we hate
Try to pay me no bribe, then come up missin'
Happens to hard-headed n****s when they don't listen
I gave you fair warnin' 'bout the danger you're messin' with
A stranger invadin' the street corners are goners
Try me, if you think it's a lie, the attitude many n****s had
But in the process many die
Thinkin' they can step to the block and Bogard
And couldn't see it happenin'
Warned 'em first: get the f*** outta dodge
[Chorus]
The lyrics of Mark Curry's song "Muscle Game" depict a narrative of power struggles, survival, and territorial disputes within the streets. The song opens with Black Rob questioning the audacity of other individuals encroaching on their turf, emphasizing the ownership and establishment they have built from the ground up. As they assert their dominance, they warn others about the potentially fatal consequences of challenging their authority. Curry echoes this sentiment by suggesting that anyone who tries to seize control will be met with resistance and possibly violence.
Throughout the song, the lyrics allude to the allure and greed of wealth, which leads to jealousy and envy from others. The crew takes pride in their ability to amass money and refuses to allow anyone to take it away from them. They make it clear that they are willing to defend their territory at any cost and will not be easily toppled. The song also touches upon the consequences of betraying the crew, highlighting the irreversible nature of losing trust and the resulting isolation.
Overall, "Muscle Game" showcases the struggles and dangers faced by individuals navigating the streets and the harsh realities of a world driven by power, control, and survival.
Line by Line Meaning
Yo, who these cats think they is takin' they biz that's round here?
Who do these individuals believe they are, trying to establish their business in this area?
Yo, dog, don't even go there
My friend, it would be wise to avoid that situation entirely
This is ours; we built this from the ground on up
This territory rightfully belongs to us; we painstakingly constructed it from scratch
Now it's flowers; I think you best a round on up
Now it's time for them to face the consequences; they should gather their group quickly
Your entourage - slim chance of y'all gettin' large
Your group has a low probability of becoming successful or influential
It's non-cipher; that's because B.R.'s in charge
There is no mystery or doubt about it; Black Rob is the one in control
It's set here; cats is known for gettin' wet here
This is our territory where individuals often face harm or danger
And left here, till the cops come pick us up
We stay in this place until the police arrive to apprehend us
Step in a territory that's corrupt, pushin' your luck
If you enter a corrupted territory, you are testing your good fortune
Intrudin' wishes is already sowed up; n**** fold up
If you intrude upon our wishes, your fate is already sealed; you'd better surrender
You and your crew and peoples will get slain
You, your crew, and your associates will meet a violent end
This ain't the place to try and gain fame from
This location is not suitable for attempting to achieve fame or recognition
You gets burnt in the streets a n**** worked hard to make
You will experience the consequences of your actions within the streets that someone has diligently built
And I'll be damned if I let another brother take it
I absolutely refuse to allow another person to seize control of what belongs to us
Alive for his own sake; they better vacate
It would be in their best interest to leave this area immediately, solely for their own safety
Promptly, 'fore they get they a** stomped
Quickly, before they face a severe beating
Listen, take heed to what we sayin', n****s
Pay attention and seriously consider the message we are conveying, my friends
We won't lie; sometimes we stick 'em up
We are honest; occasionally we resort to robbery
Last time, it was enough, though word life some hos did 'em up
During the previous instance, the outcome was satisfactory, but it resulted in certain people retaliating
And nine glocks set 'em up
And nine firearms strategically positioned to initiate the setup
I know it was your dough 'cause I was right there when they split it up
I am aware that the stolen money was originally yours because I witnessed the division of it
I could tell you where to find the corpse
I have knowledge of the location where the lifeless body can be located
But that cheddar - I'm afraid, dog, that's gone forever
However, I regret to inform you, my friend, that the money is long gone and cannot be recovered
Greed for wealth got us stingy
Our insatiable desire for riches has made us possessive and unwilling to share
We got a spot that's hot
We have a highly desired location
N****s envy the fact that we clock mad dough
Individuals are envious of the fact that we earn a significant amount of money
They want to see us shut down, but, no
They desire to witness our downfall and closure, but that will not happen
I don't think so; the crew is still rakin' the cash flow
I highly doubt it; our group is still generating a substantial amount of income
For every dime bag sold on this block, we want in
We demand a share of the profit from every sale of illegal drugs that occurs on this particular street
One slug behind the back; it's under the skin
A single gunshot wound to the back, causing a deep emotional impact
When n****s try to step to the block and Bogard
When individuals attempt to confront and dominate our territory
We can't see it happenin'
We refuse to accept or believe that such an event will occur
Warn them first; get the f*** out of dodge
We issue a warning in advance; they should quickly leave the area to avoid trouble
Better believe that; test it
You should strongly believe in our warning; try us and see the consequences
See if we won't put you on your back, n****s
Observe for yourself how we will incapacitate you and force you to the ground
Now bein' that it's all out war
As this situation has escalated into a full-blown conflict
I'm bringin' more than that four-by-four
I am prepared with more than just a four-wheel drive vehicle; my arsenal is extensive
Watch me dispose of all y'all
Witness as I eliminate all of you
Y'all fraud a** n****s
All of you are deceitful individuals
Tape me reboard a** n****s
Attempt to capture and confine me, you pretentious individuals
Gun bigger than sword a** n****s
I possess a firearm, which is more potent than any sword-wielding person
Now enter in the ring, gun drawn, makin' moves like pawns
Now, engage in this conflict with a firearm in hand, devising strategies similar to pawns in a chess game
Two at a time, comin' for mine
Approaching in pairs, aiming to seize what is rightfully mine
Like a song, n****, CBS, he can't be serious finesse
As effortlessly as a melody, my presence cannot be taken lightly; I possess unmatched finesse
He don't believe I keep a gun in the vest
He fails to realize that I always carry a firearm concealed within my vest
You think you can disgrace this empire we built from scratch?
Do you believe you can bring shame upon this empire we have painstakingly constructed?
You stupid; I wouldn't care how ruthless your crew is
You are foolish; I couldn't care less about the level of brutality your group possesses
We got defense on this area; try to attack
We have established defensive measures in this vicinity; if you attempt to assault us, you will face resistance
Mad n****s on the barriers that's dyin' of blast back
Numerous individuals positioned at strategic points, ready to retaliate with deadly force
There be no givin' and no takin', definitely no breakin'
There is no room for compromise, negotiation, or surrender; complete steadfastness
Laws we lay down; here's the situation
We establish the rules; this is the current circumstance
Severe torture is what those who don't feel us face
Those who do not respect or acknowledge our authority will experience extreme suffering
I show no love for a punk-a** n**** we hate
I have no affection or sympathy for a contemptible individual whom we despise
Try to pay me no bribe, then come up missin'
If you attempt to bribe me unsuccessfully, you will mysteriously disappear
Happens to hard-headed n****s when they don't listen
This fate befalls stubborn individuals who refuse to heed warnings
I gave you fair warnin' 'bout the danger you're messin' with
I previously advised you accurately regarding the peril you are involving yourself in
A stranger invadin' the street corners are goners
An outsider who intrudes upon our territory will undoubtedly meet their demise
Try me, if you think it's a lie, the attitude many n****s had
Test me, if you believe it to be a falsehood; this was the mindset of numerous individuals
But in the process many die
However, throughout this process, many individuals lost their lives
Thinkin' they can step to the block and Bogard
Believing they can confidently approach and dominate our territory
And couldn't see it happenin'
And yet, they were oblivious to the impending consequences
Warned 'em first: get the f*** outta dodge
We provided an initial warning: leave immediately to avoid trouble
Get the f*** outta dodge
Leave immediately to escape from this dangerous situation
Get the f*** outta dodge
Leave immediately to escape from this dangerous situation
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CARL THOMAS, MARIO MENDELL WINANS, MARK CURRY, ROBERT ROSS
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