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Mr. Mike Lyrics


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One, two, three and to the fo'
Snoop Doggy Dogg and Dr. Dre is at the do'
Ready to make an entrance, so back on up
('Cause you know about to rip shit up)
Gimme the microphone first, so I can bust like a bubble
Compton and Long Beach together, now you know you in trouble
Ain't nothin' but a "G" thang, baby!
Two loc'ed out niggas so we're crazy!
Death Row is the label that pays me!
Unfadeable, so please don't try to fade this (Hell yeah)
But uh, back to the lecture at hand
Perfection is perfected, so I'ma let 'em understand
From a young G's perspective
And before me dig out a bitch I have to find a contraceptive
You never know she could be earnin' her man
And learnin' her man, and at the same time burnin' her man
Now you know I ain't with that shit, Lieutenant
Ain't no pussy good enough to get burnt while I'm up in it
(Yeah) And that's realer than Real-Deal Holyfield
And now you hooka's and ho's know how I feel
Well if it's good enough to get broke off a proper chunk
I'll take a small piece of some of that funky stuff

It's like this and like that and like this and uh
It's like that and like this and like that and uh
It's like this and like that and like this and uh
Dre, creep to the mic like a phantom

Well I'm peepin', and I'm creepin', and I'm creep-in'
But I damn near got caught, 'cause my beeper kept beepin'
Now it's time for me to make my impression felt
So sit back, relax, and strap on your seatbelt
You never been on a ride like this before
With a producer who can rap and control the maestro
At the same time with the dope rhyme that I kick
You know, and I know, I flow some ol' funky shit
To add to my collection, the selection
Symbolizes dope, take a toke, but don't choke
If you do, you'll have no clue
On what me and my homey Snoop Dogg came to do

It's like this and like that and like this and uh
It's like that and like this and like that and uh
It's like this
And who gives a fuck about those?
So just chill, 'til the next episode

Fallin' back on that ass, with a hellified gangsta lean
Gettin' funky on the mic like a ol' batch of collard greens
It's the capital S, oh yes I'm fresh, N double-O P
D O double-G Y, D O double-G, ya see
Showin' much flex when it's time to wreck a mic
Pimpin' hoes and clockin' a grip like my name was Dolomite
Yeah, and it don't quit
I think they in the mood for some motherfuckin' G shit
(Hell yeah) So Dre, (What up Dog?)
Gotta give 'em what they want (What's that, G?)
We gotta break 'em off somethin' (Hell yeah)
And it's gotta be bumpin' (City of Compton!)

It's where it takes place, so when asked, yo' attention
Mobbin' like a motherfucker, but I ain't lynchin'
Droppin' the funky shit that's makin' the sucker niggas mumble
When I'm on the mic, it's like a cookie, they all crumble
Try to get close, and your ass'll get smacked
My motherfuckin' homie Doggy Dogg has got my back
Never let me slip, 'cause if I slip, then I'm slippin'
But if I got my Nina, then you know I'm straight trippin'
And I'ma continue to put the rap down, put the mack down
And if your bitches talk shit, I'll have to put the smack down
Yeah, and you don't stop
I told you I'm just like a clock when I tick and I tock
But I'm never off, always on, to the break of dawn
C-O-M-P-T-O-N, and the city they call Long Beach
Puttin' the shit together
Like my nigga D.O.C., "No One Can Do It Better"

Like this, that and this and uh
It's like that and like this and like that and uh
It's like this




And who gives a fuck about those?
So just chill, 'til the next episode

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Nuthin' But a G Thang" by Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg, are a classic example of gangsta rap from the early 1990s. The track features a laid-back instrumental that includes iconic whistles and a funky bassline, and it is propelled by Dr. Dre's and Snoop Dogg's performances.


The song begins with an upbeat rhythm and the introduction of Snoop Dogg's signature flow. He says: "One, two, three and to the fo' / Snoop Doggy Dogg and Dr. Dre are at the do' / Ready to make an entrance, so back on up / ('Cause you know we're about to rip shit up)." The lyrics capture the essence of West Coast rap, highlighting the coalescence of Compton and Long Beach, two areas of Los Angeles, to form a united "G" force. They represent the gang lifestyle and depict the pain and strife that comes with it.


Moreover, the lyrics portray Dr. Dre's and Snoop Dogg's perspectives as young G's. Dr. Dre raps that "perfection is perfected," and he intends to let others understand this. Meanwhile, Snoop Dogg warns his listeners not to underestimate him and his partner's talent, calling out that they're veterans of the gang culture. The lyrics are unapologetic and raw, typical of the genre.


Line by Line Meaning

One, two, three and to the fo'
Counting up to the moment when Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre will start their performance


Snoop Doggy Dogg and Dr. Dre is at the do'
Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre are present and ready to perform


Ready to make an entrance, so back on up ('Cause you know about to rip shit up)
They are planning to make a grand entrance before they give an outstanding performance


Gimme the microphone first, so I can bust like a bubble
He wants to take the lead and start with a bang


Compton and Long Beach together, now you know you in trouble
The collaboration of Compton and Long Beach might create havoc that the audience needs to watch out


Ain't nothin' but a "G" thang, baby!
The performance is nothing but a representation of a gangster lifestyle


Two loc'ed out niggas so we're crazy!
Their intense performance may look insane to the audience


Death Row is the label that pays me!
He is signed with the Death Row record label and earns money from it


Unfadeable, so please don't try to fade this (Hell yeah)
His performance is unbeatable and he's asking the audience to respect that


But uh, back to the lecture at hand Perfection is perfected, so I'ma let 'em understand From a young G's perspective
He wants to give insights into life from a young gangster's perspective


And before me dig out a bitch I have to find a contraceptive You never know she could be earnin' her man And learnin' her man, and at the same time burnin' her man Now you know I ain't with that shit, Lieutenant Ain't no pussy good enough to get burnt while I'm up in it
He makes sure to use contraception before being intimate with a woman. He doesn't want to get someone pregnant or cause harm to anyone


(Yeah) And that's realer than Real-Deal Holyfield And now you hooka's and ho's know how I feel
He's giving his honest, straightforward opinion, and he wants people to know how he feels


Well if it's good enough to get broke off a proper chunk I'll take a small piece of some of that funky stuff
If something is worth enjoying, he's open to indulging in it


It's like this and like that and like this and uh It's like that and like this and like that and uh
The performance is going to be delivered in a specific style where things will be repeated in a particular pattern to create a captivating effect


Dre, creep to the mic like a phantom Well I'm peepin', and I'm creepin', and I'm creep-in' But I damn near got caught, 'cause my beeper kept beepin'
Dr. Dre's approach to the mic is subtle and entrancing. However, he might have gotten caught because of a beeper beeping, almost revealing his presence


Now it's time for me to make my impression felt So sit back, relax, and strap on your seatbelt
He is ready to deliver a memorable performance that will have a lasting impact on the audience


You never been on a ride like this before With a producer who can rap and control the maestro At the same time with the dope rhyme that I kick You know, and I know, I flow some ol' funky shit
He's promising a unique and exciting experience that combines his skills as a producer and a rapper while delivering an exceptional performance


To add to my collection, the selection Symbolizes dope, take a toke, but don't choke If you do, you'll have no clue On what me and my homey Snoop Dogg came to do
He's adding more hit songs to his résumé and wants the audience to savor them but not get overwhelmed and lose sight of the performance's real goal


It's like this And who gives a fuck about those? So just chill, 'til the next episode
He doesn't care about what other people think of him, so the audience shouldn't worry about it either. Instead, they should relax and wait for what comes next


Fallin' back on that ass, with a hellified gangsta lean Gettin' funky on the mic like a ol' batch of collard greens
He is taking his signature 'gangsta lean' pose and giving a performance that's as funky and captivating as an old batch of collard greens


It's the capital S, oh yes I'm fresh, N double-O P D O double-G Y, D O double-G, ya see
He's spelling his name and showing off his fresh style and flow


Showin' much flex when it's time to wreck a mic Pimpin' hoes and clockin' a grip like my name was Dolomite
He's boasting of his stage presence and pimp-like demeanor while making money like a famous movie character


Yeah, and it don't quit I think they in the mood for some motherfuckin' G shit (Hell yeah) So Dre, (What up Dog?) Gotta give 'em what they want (What's that, G?) We gotta break 'em off somethin' (Hell yeah) And it's gotta be bumpin' (City of Compton!)
The audience is in the mood for intense gangster music, and Dr. Dre agrees. They need to break the audience off some rhythmic tunes that will electrify the City of Compton


It's where it takes place, so when asked, yo' attention Mobbin' like a motherfucker, but I ain't lynchin' Droppin' the funky shit that's makin' the sucker niggas mumble When I'm on the mic, it's like a cookie, they all crumble
The audience needs to pay attention as the performance takes place in Compton. They can expect non-stop, energetic music, but there will not be any violence, discrimination, or hate speech. His music has the power to make people lose control and go wild on the dance floor


Try to get close, and your ass'll get smacked My motherfuckin' homie Doggy Dogg has got my back Never let me slip, 'cause if I slip, then I'm slippin' But if I got my Nina, then you know I'm straight trippin'
He's warning anyone not to get too close or cross him, or they'll face the consequences. He knows that his homie, Doggy Dogg, will always support him and has his back. He can't make mistakes because it might have severe consequences. However, if he's got his firearm, he'll always stay safe


And I'ma continue to put the rap down, put the mack down And if your bitches talk shit, I'll have to put the smack down Yeah, and you don't stop I told you I'm just like a clock when I tick and I tock But I'm never off, always on, to the break of dawn C-O-M-P-T-O-N, and the city they call Long Beach Puttin' the shit together Like my nigga D.O.C., "No One Can Do It Better" Like this, that and this and uh
He's saying that he'll keep making music and living like a player. He'll face anyone who tries to cause any problems. He's consistently working and won't stop till dawn, combining his and Long Beach's talents. He references his friend and rapper, D.O.C., to say that they can' be outdone. Finally, the track continues with a series of phrases that tie all the various parts of the performance together




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Calvin Broadus, Frederick Knight, Leon Haywood

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