Bow Down
Mr. Low-D Lyrics


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Uh huh, yeah
Killa California's Most Wanted
Most wanted
You know, you know, you know
Mr. Shadow and the Saint ALT
Motherfuckers picture that
From Dago to LA
Check it

Feel the bass like the back of my hand when it hits
All you fake motherfucker on my wannabe list
Ain't that a bitch, back again with a gangsta twist
It's Mr. Shadow from Dago, Southern Cali the sick
Homey with metal or sticks we can get our bang on
Real G's kicking them punk bitches never stay long
Lil' who? never heard of you homey
Keep my name out your mouth or I'll murder you homey
You all know me as the night stalker
619 Amici Parker dodging cops and helicopters
To hell with you coppers
Fuck your neighborhood watching crime stoppers you nosey motherfuckers
Mind your own business if you want to live longer
Roam with the sickest if you want to be stronger
Ain't nothing wrong but your lips running wild
So shut the fuck up or get a dick up in your mouth

When we come up in your hood we make em bow down
From SD to Hollywood we make em bow down
When you're rolling in your ride you better bow down
And when they speak on Brown Pride we make em bow down

You want to battle me and Shadow
You up the creek without a paddle motherfucker, round em up like they were cattle
I'm hitting harder than your fucking stepfather
And I'm coming through your hood heated like I was lava
You caught up in some bullshit
I got a full clip of shells for motherfuckers, you knew you couldn't fool this
So deal with it homey the best that you can
Or I'll come up in your hood and it's just me and my man
We'll be strapped down with guns, got gats in each hand
And I'll do you like Godzilla did to fucking Japan
So embrace a motherfucker like I was a god
And you can meet me in the back and we'll be taking a shot
Breaking em off a little something, man you know how we do it
I'll be puffing on a pound in the back, sipping the fluid
I'm keeping it Brown, I'm sipping the Crown
I'm puffing a pound, I'm making them all bow down

When we come up in your hood we make em bow down
From SD to Hollywood we make em bow down
When you're rolling in your ride you better bow down
And when they speak on Brown Pride we make em bow down

When we come up in your hood we make em bow down
From SD to Hollywood we make em bow down
When you're rolling in your ride you better bow down
And when they speak on Brown Pride we make em bow down

Bow down it's the sickest
Motherfucker with the thickest caliber grain known to bust the quickest
It's Killer Cali baby haven't you heard
We're some everyday bangers blazing trees on the curb
Nothing but sticky herb swerving down the highway
When I'm in this bitch, shit we do it my way
Fly straight or get your wings cut off
A tatted up G, all you bitches fuck off
A snub nose for all you punk hoes
23 to the motherfucking 20
You know we don't play in the streets
It's Mr. Shadow and the Saint ALT
The most requested, caution is suggested
Figures you can get some hoe, don't try to test this
Smith and Wessun repping, loaded for you haters
I'll smoke now and I'll worry about you bitches later

When we come up in your hood we make em bow down
From SD to Hollywood we make em bow down




When you're rolling in your ride you better bow down
And when they speak on Brown Pride we make em bow down

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Bow Down" by Mr. Low-D are about the power and influence of gang culture in Southern California. The song begins with a boastful introduction, asserting the artist's status as one of the "most wanted" figures in the region. Throughout the song, Mr. Shadow describes the prowess of himself and his associates, warning other rappers to stay out of their way or face the consequences. The chorus repeats the phrase "bow down," which function as a threat and a challenge to anyone who might challenge their dominance.


The lyrics contain explicit references to violence and criminal activity, but also reflect a sense of pride in their identity and community. Mr. Shadow and his crew are portrayed as heroes, standing up against the police and rival gangs who seek to undermine their power. However, this bravado is also tempered by a sense of paranoia and mistrust, as they caution against "nosey motherfuckers" who might try to interfere with their operations.


Overall, "Bow Down" is a gritty and provocative portrayal of gang life in California, emphasizing the code of loyalty and respect that underpins the culture, as well as the potentially deadly consequences of crossing the wrong people.


Line by Line Meaning

Feel the bass like the back of my hand when it hits
I am very familiar with this beat and it resonates with me deeply


All you fake motherfucker on my wannabe list
I don't tolerate posers or people who try too hard to be like me


Ain't that a bitch, back again with a gangsta twist
I'm back with a new spin on my gangsta style, isn't that something?


It's Mr. Shadow from Dago, Southern Cali the sick
I am Mr. Shadow, hailing from San Diego and representing the sick, twisted side of Southern California


Homey with metal or sticks we can get our bang on
I have weapons and I'm not afraid to use them if necessary


Real G's kicking them punk bitches never stay long
Real gangsters don't hang around with weak or cowardly people


Lil' who? never heard of you homey
I don't know who you are and I don't care to find out


Keep my name out your mouth or I'll murder you homey
If you talk about me behind my back, I might just have to kill you


You all know me as the night stalker
I have a reputation for being out and doing dirty work in the cover of darkness


619 Amici Parker dodging cops and helicopters
I'm familiar with evading the authorities and getting away with illegal activities


To hell with you coppers
I have no respect for the police


Fuck your neighborhood watching crime stoppers you nosey motherfuckers
I don't appreciate nosy people trying to investigate or stop my activities


Mind your own business if you want to live longer
If you want to stay alive, you should stay out of my business


Roam with the sickest if you want to be stronger
If you want to be strong or successful, you should associate with the toughest or most dangerous people


Ain't nothing wrong but your lips running wild
You only have a problem because you can't keep your mouth shut


So shut the fuck up or get a dick up in your mouth
Either stop talking or face a violent consequence


When we come up in your hood we make em bow down
When me and my crew come to your neighborhood, we demand respect


From SD to Hollywood we make em bow down
It doesn't matter where we go, people recognize our power and submission to us


And when they speak on Brown Pride we make em bow down
We take pride in our ethnicity and people should respect that


You want to battle me and Shadow
You think you have what it takes to face off against me and my associate Mr. Shadow


You up the creek without a paddle motherfucker, round em up like they were cattle
You're in big trouble and we're going to take you down like a bunch of cows


I'm hitting harder than your fucking stepfather
I'm more potent and intimidating that even your abusive stepfather


And I'm coming through your hood heated like I was lava
I'm making a grand, fiery entrance into your neighborhood


You caught up in some bullshit
You're in a bad situation that you can't seem to get out of


I got a full clip of shells for motherfuckers, you knew you couldn't fool this
I have a lot of ammunition and you never thought you could outsmart me


So deal with it homey the best that you can
Try to come up with a solution to your problem and try to make peace with us


Or I'll come up in your hood and it's just me and my man
If you don't cooperate, me and my partner will come after you


We'll be strapped down with guns, got gats in each hand
We'll have lots of guns and other weapons on us when we come to your turf


And I'll do you like Godzilla did to fucking Japan
I'll destroy you and everything you hold dear, like the famous movie monster


So embrace a motherfucker like I was a god
Submit to my power and authority like I was a deity


And you can meet me in the back and we'll be taking a shot
We can drink together, but only if you show respect


Breaking em off a little something, man you know how we do it
We're just having a good time, like we always do


I'll be puffing on a pound in the back, sipping the fluid
I'll be smoking a lot of marijuana and drinking a lot of alcohol


I'm keeping it Brown, I'm sipping the Crown
I'm staying true to my ethnicity and drinking Crown Royal whiskey


Bow down it's the sickest
Submit to me, because I'm the most dangerous and powerful person around


Motherfucker with the thickest caliber grain known to bust the quickest
I have a very powerful gun that can fire rapidly and take down my enemies with ease


It's Killer Cali baby haven't you heard
I am one of the deadliest, most feared people from California, what's news?


We're some everyday bangers blazing trees on the curb
We're just regular guys who like to smoke marijuana and hang out


Nothing but sticky herb swerving down the highway
We're driving down the highway, enjoying the effects of smoking strong marijuana


When I'm in this bitch, shit we do it my way
When I'm around, we do things my way, because I'm in charge


Fly straight or get your wings cut off
If you don't follow the rules or respect me, you'll suffer the consequences


A tatted up G, all you bitches fuck off
I have a lot of tattoos and I don't want anyone who's not my friend around me


A snub nose for all you punk hoes
I have a small gun, perfect for dispatching weak or cowardly people


23 to the motherfucking 20
I'm always on guard and prepared to attack if necessary


You know we don't play in the streets
We're serious and dangerous people who don't take anything lightly


The most requested, caution is suggested
People seek us out and are often afraid of us, so be wary around us


Figures you can get some hoe, don't try to test this
You might be able to find a prostitute, but don't try to challenge me or my crew


Smith and Wessun repping, loaded for you haters
We have powerful guns and we're ready to use them against anyone who hates or disrespects us


I'll smoke now and I'll worry about you bitches later
I'm going to take a break now and deal with any enemies or problems later




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: IAN PETER CULLIMORE, PAUL HEATON

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