In 1989, he inherited $10,000 from his grandfather and opened a record store called No Limit, which he later converted to a record label. He used the label to promote his first album in 1991. The label has released and produced albums by other artists such as Snoop Dogg, Mystikal, and Miller's siblings and son.
He is also an actor and film producer, appearing in both movies and television. He has made guest appearances on "CSI: NY", "OZ", "Moesha", and his son's series "Romeo". His film appearances include the comedy "Uncle P," "I Got the Hook-Up," the action film "Hollywood Homicide", and computer hacking movie "Takedown". He also made a brief and uncredited appearance in "Scary Movie 3." He has also recently starred in a low-budget comedy film called "Black Supaman," featuring appearances from an all star cast of comedians
Shut It Down
Master P Lyrics
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[ST] Geyeah!
[MP] I'm on my way from New Orleans, and I'm comin to Texas
[MP] And we gon' handle this, ya heard?
[ST] Slim Thugga
[MP] Ghetto Bill!
[Chorus 4X: Master P]
Tear this motherfucker UP, shut it down
[Master P]
Security couldn't stop us, go see the doctor
Nigga wanna fight I got a motherfuckin chopper
I'm in the back gettin blunted with thugs
Whole city walk through, they give me kisses and hugs
I'm a real motherfucker, I ain't takin no shit
I got golds in my mouth, and ice on my wrist
Homies see me in the club and they tryin to hate
I'm poppin bottles in the club cause I'm hard as a 8
Suckers try to mean mug but they ain't bustin a grape
Get my money from the block flippin quarters and eighths
I'm a No Limit Soldier, motherfucker you heard me
Uptown, Calliope, projects to dirty
65 for birdies, call me you thirsty
I'm a legend in the hood like the boy James Worthy
You ain't a soldier motherfucker keep steppin
Turn a, 211 to a 187 - yeah
[Chorus]
[Slim Thug]
Slim Thuggahhhh
Boys gotta lay it down when the boss come around
Or the glock fo' pound gon' knock 'em on the ground
Geyeah - you can vouch in my town I'm a motherfuckin G
And I got a lotta soldiers on my team like P
I get word that them haters tryna catch a nigga slippin - what?
Run your ass up and you gon' catch a ass-whippin
I'm flippin through my hood on Vogues, still tippin
Glock cocked with the clip in, hell naw I ain't trippin
I'm a Boss Hogg Outlaw, chasin my bread
Snitch niggaz out here tellin got me shakin the feds
I'm in the club pullin hoes, fuck datin instead
I got a supermodel at the crib waitin in bed
Got the blocks on lock, you gotta come see the boss
If you wanna get the work for the dirt cheap cost
Me and Master P represent the bottom of the South
And if nigga hate that, he'll lose the bottom of his mouth, geyeah
[Chorus]
[Master P]
BLACK SOPRANOS!!
The lyrics to Master P's song Shut It Down are about two southern rap legends - Master P and Slim Thug - who are ready to shut down any haters and take over the rap game. The song starts with Master P announcing his arrival from New Orleans to Texas, with Slim Thug by his side. He raps about his unstoppable nature and his willingness to handle anyone who gets in his way. He also mentions his popularity in the city, with locals greeting him with kisses and hugs. P asserts his status as a No Limit Soldier and a legend in the game who is not afraid to take down his enemies.
Slim Thug joins in with a verse of his own, affirming his position as a Boss Hogg Outlaw who is not to be messed with. He lists his achievements, including having a team of soldiers like P and the ability to get supermodels waiting in bed. The bridge features a shoutout to Black Sopranos to show solidarity with other successful rap groups. The chorus reiterates the message of the song, encouraging everyone to lay it down and shut down any haters who get in their way.
The lyrics to Shut It Down are filled with references to the rappers' respective neighborhoods and statuses as rap legends. They are positive affirmations of their power and influence, as well as a warning to anyone who tries to mess with them. The song is a classic example of southern rap and the bravado that often comes with the genre.
Line by Line Meaning
Slim Thug you ready?
Master P asks Slim Thug if he is ready
Geyeah!
Slim Thug confirms that he is ready
I'm on my way from New Orleans, and I'm comin to Texas
Master P is on his way to Texas from New Orleans
And we gon' handle this, ya heard?
Master P and Slim Thug are prepared to take care of business together
Slim Thugga
Master P calls Slim Thug by his nickname
Ghetto Bill!
Master P refers to himself as Ghetto Bill
Lay it down, lay it down
Tear this motherfucker UP, shut it down
Master P commands his crew to destroy everything in their path
Security couldn't stop us, go see the doctor
The security guards were unable to stop Master P and his crew
Nigga wanna fight I got a motherfuckin chopper
Master P is carrying a weapon and is prepared to use it
I'm in the back gettin blunted with thugs
Master P is smoking marijuana with his crew
Whole city walk through, they give me kisses and hugs
Master P is popular and well-liked in his city, with people showing him affection
I'm a real motherfucker, I ain't takin no shit
Master P prides himself on being tough and not backing down
I got golds in my mouth, and ice on my wrist
Master P is wearing gold teeth and jewelry on his wrist
Homies see me in the club and they tryin to hate
Master P's friends in the club are being jealous and spiteful
I'm poppin bottles in the club cause I'm hard as a 8
Master P is buying expensive bottles of alcohol to demonstrate his toughness
Suckers try to mean mug but they ain't bustin a grape
People are trying to intimidate Master P, but they are unable to follow through
Get my money from the block flippin quarters and eighths
Master P makes his money selling drugs in small quantities
I'm a No Limit Soldier, motherfucker you heard me
Master P identifies as a member of the No Limit Records hip hop label
Uptown, Calliope, projects to dirty
65 for birdies, call me you thirsty
Master P is from the Uptown area of New Orleans, specifically the Calliope projects. He sells drugs for $65 per piece.
I'm a legend in the hood like the boy James Worthy
Master P is respected and revered like NBA player James Worthy
You ain't a soldier motherfucker keep steppin
Turn a, 211 to a 187 - yeah
Master P is warning anyone who isn't a fighter to stay out of his way, because he's capable of turning robbery (211) into murder (187)
Slim Thuggahhhh
Master P addresses Slim Thug
Boys gotta lay it down when the boss come around
Or the glock fo' pound gon' knock 'em on the ground
People need to be careful around Master P and his firearms
Geyeah - you can vouch in my town I'm a motherfuckin G
And I got a lotta soldiers on my team like P
Slim Thug is attesting to Master P's status as a gangster, and noting that he has many followers
I get word that them haters tryna catch a nigga slippin - what?
Run your ass up and you gon' catch a ass-whippin
Slim Thug is aware that people are trying to take him down, and is warning them that they'll be beaten if they try
I'm flippin through my hood on Vogues, still tippin
Glock cocked with the clip in, hell naw I ain't trippin
Slim Thug is cruising through his neighborhood in his car, and is ready to use his weapon if necessary
I'm a Boss Hogg Outlaw, chasin my bread
Snitch niggaz out here tellin got me shakin the feds
Slim Thug is focused on making money for himself, but is concerned about informants working against him
I'm in the club pullin hoes, fuck datin instead
I got a supermodel at the crib waitin in bed
Slim Thug would rather have casual sex than date someone seriously, and has a model waiting for him at home
Got the blocks on lock, you gotta come see the boss
If you wanna get the work for the dirt cheap cost
Slim Thug is the person to talk to if someone wants to buy drugs for a low price
Me and Master P represent the bottom of the South
And if nigga hate that, he'll lose the bottom of his mouth, geyeah
Master P and Slim Thug are proud to represent the southern states, and anyone who disagrees risks violence
BLACK SOPRANOS!!
Master P ends the song by shouting out his record label, Black Sopranos
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@SHARDZ444
better than any hip hop shit they play on the radio and tv
@ShoNuff_Ali
damn its been 3 years since this was out and i aint heard this yet? this shit raw!
@SkillsUnie
this song was playing in the background of my car when my homie's throat got cut, brings back hardcore memories
@MrClarky29
classic jam luv that ghetto bill album both master p n slimm are epic on this one should do more jams together for real
@99cashlady
master p still crunk after all these years!!!
@Iamjacobtownsend
this song hits hard and badass
@MitchellDaBoss
This goes hard as hell
@akvalues
people hate on P but his old record deal is better then any rappers today!
@essdotverma007
This is the Master - P music I was growing up with! Nice!!
@Killasquadunit
Master P came back hard wit Slim Thugga