Serious
Mr. Shadow Lyrics


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[Mr. Shadow:]
Watch out
What

[E-Dubb:]
"Sha... "
"Dow... "
"Lo... "
[Mr. Shadow:] "Co... "

[Mr. Shadow:]
Shadow up in this bitch (Hell yeah, this is serious)
Got my boy Ant Dog in the back (Homeboy, this is serious)
Smokin' caps and mold
Gettin' weeded
Please believe it
E-Dubb, Javie Lopez (Hell yeah, this is serious)
We in the backhouse
You silly sons of bitches
The San Diego killing cat (This shit is serious)

[E-Dubb:]
"Sha... "
"Dow... "
"Lo... "
"Co... "

[Verse 1:]
When I
Step in the booth, I start embarrassin' fools
Motherfuckers start to studder like it's somethin' to do
2-3-2-0-1-9-0-4
Any homie of mine'll pimp slap your hoe (Ah!)
You can't control me, bitches, watch your ass
And you motherfuckin' front trick gets on like that
Strike back with a vengence, pay close attention
Those feeling tension, you're in the wrong section
Shadow insane, so deep in the game (Yeah)
And you already know, you can't touch the name
I went from moldest
Roll with craters and weight holders
Gangsta motherfuckers, providers and street soldiers
You don't know us, let's keep it like that
And when they show you respect, show respect right back
That's how grown men do it, smoke weed and sip fluid
Real motherfuckers never change, we stick to it

[Mr. Shadow:]
Uh
What
What

[E-Dubb:]
[scratching]
[Daz Dillinger:] "Yeah! "
"Sha... "
"Dow... "
"Lo... "
"Co... "

[Chorus: Mr. Shadow]
Hell yeah, this is serious
Motherfuckers in the game act strange over chump change
Homeboy, this is serious
Fools that don't listen, they end up missin'
Hell yeah, this is serious
Motherfuckers in the game act strange over chump change
This shit is serious
Who reigns supreme, nobody else but me

[Verse 2:]
Come in at your own risk
I don't miss
Hit you with the dopeness
You're hopeless
No stress on my side, just a sac and a nine
With the dollar sign shinin' in the back of my mind
Damn swine, wanna sweat mine daily, tryin' to make me
Snap attack 'em at the Michi Park crazy
Shit
They can suck my dick
I'm a stay high and watch the clock tick
It's on hit on the west coast (Yeah)
Blue apparrel
Shaved head, tatoos and white shoes, it's the dress code
Unless foes wanna end up missin' (What)
Shut the fuck up, stop bitchin' and listen
You got me twisted, thinking that it's over
I hold grudges, trick, I'm never sober (Hell naw)
Know me to explain myself
And if you're having second thoughts, better run for help
Biotch!

[Mr. Shadow:]
Uh
What
What

[E-Dubb:]
[scratching]
"Yeah! "
"Sha... "
"Dow... "
"Lo... "
"Co... "

[Chorus]

[Verse 3:]
Make up your mind and leave, you down or not (What's up)
Motherfuckers get got when I begin to plot
Don't get caught in the crossfire (Pow, pow, pow)
You won't make it (No, no)
America's finest city, don't mistake it
Too many envy wanna see me fall
And if you faggots got static, then bring it on
Let's it crackin', forget talkin', we straight boxin' (Come on)
Fuck it if ya hood's watchin', I ain't stoppin' (Naw)
It ain't often that they keep it real
Perpetratin' ass creatures tryin' to get you killed
You ain't ready, your mind is petty
You the type to let any snatch all your pennies
Catch plenty heat flyin', divin' at your person (Pow, pow, pow, pow)
Watch what you talk about, we out here, lurkin'
The name's Shadow, I have no patience (Hell naw)
And all you wack ass rappers need maintenance

[Mr. Shadow:]
Uh
What
What

[E-Dubb:]
[scratching]
"Yeah! "
"Sha... "
"Dow... "
"Lo... "
"Co... "

[Chorus]

[E-Dubb:]
[scratching]
"Yeah! "
[scratching]
"Yeah! "
"Sha... "
"Dow... "
"Lo... "
"Co... "
[scratching]
"Yeah! "
[scratching]
"Yeah! "
"Sha... "
"Dow... "
"Lo... "
"Co... "




[scratching]
"Yeah! "

Overall Meaning

The song "Serious" by Mr. Shadow is a classic rap song that portrays the struggles of living in San Diego, California, as a gangsta rapper. The opening verse reveals the unrelenting and unparalleled nature of Mr. Shadow's lyrical prowess, which can defeat anyone who tries to challenge or disrupt his flow. The second verse emphasizes the dangers and sense of reckless abandon that accompany his lifestyle, as well as showing that he is always prepared to defend himself. In the final verse, Mr. Shadow shares his disdain for the police and the struggles of being a respected artist in the rap game. He also lays out a clear message that he does not tolerate any disrespect from his peers and sets his sights on anyone who dares cross him.


Overall, "Serious" is about the harshness of life on the streets and the importance of staying true to yourself in the face of adversity. Mr. Shadow expertly navigates these themes with his signature raspy voice and hard-hitting lyrics.


Line by Line Meaning

Watch out
Be alert and aware of the situation


Shadow up in this bitch (Hell yeah, this is serious)
Mr. Shadow is present in this place and he means business


Got my boy Ant Dog in the back (Homeboy, this is serious)
Ant Dog is in support and this intensifies the severity of the situation


Smokin' caps and mold
Using drugs (bath salts) and marijuana


Gettin' weeded
Getting high on marijuana


Please believe it
It's true, believe it


We in the backhouse
They are hiding or secluded in a safe place


You silly sons of bitches
Addressing the audience in a derogatory way


The San Diego killing cat (This shit is serious)
Mr. Shadow is from San Diego and he came to represent his city, and the situation at hand is serious


When I Step in the booth, I start embarrassin' fools
Mr. Shadow feels confident when he is in the recording booth and he destroys his opponents with his lyrics


Motherfuckers start to studder like it's somethin' to do
People are intimidated by him and they start stuttering as a result


2-3-2-0-1-9-0-4
Mr. Shadow's area code (San Diego)


Any homie of mine'll pimp slap your hoe (Ah!)
If someone disrespects Mr. Shadow, his crew will retaliate and use violence if necessary


You can't control me, bitches, watch your ass
Mr. Shadow doesn't allow anyone to control him and warns his opponents to be careful


And you motherfuckin' front trick gets on like that
A woman who talks too much and fronts in a negative way


Strike back with a vengence, pay close attention
His enemies should be careful because Mr. Shadow will likely retaliate


Those feeling tension, you're in the wrong section
If someone is feeling uncomfortable or tense, then they are likely in the wrong place


Shadow insane, so deep in the game (Yeah)
Mr. Shadow is deeply involved in the rap game and he is a force to be reckoned with. People are afraid of him.


And you already know, you can't touch the name
Mr. Shadow has a reputation that cannot be questioned or challenged


I went from moldest
Mr. Shadow has grown and evolved over the years


Roll with craters and weight holders
Mr. Shadow hangs out with dangerous people (drug dealers/gang members)


Gangsta motherfuckers, providers and street soldiers
His crew are real gangsters who provide protection and work as soldiers for the streets


You don't know us, let's keep it like that
People should stay in their lane and not try to get involved with Mr. Shadow and his crew


And when they show you respect, show respect right back
If someone is respectful towards Mr. Shadow, he will show them the same respect


That's how grown men do it, smoke weed and sip fluid
Mr. Shadow and his crew use drugs and alcohol as a way to relax and deal with stress


Real motherfuckers never change, we stick to it
Mr. Shadow and his crew are real men who stay true to themselves


Make up your mind and leave, you down or not (What's up)
His enemies need to decide if they are with him or against him


Motherfuckers get got when I begin to plot
People who go against Mr. Shadow and his crew will suffer the consequences


Don't get caught in the crossfire (Pow, pow, pow) You won't make it (No, no)
People who are not careful will be killed by Mr. Shadow and his crew


America's finest city, don't mistake it
San Diego is a great city and people should not disrespect it


Too many envy wanna see me fall
There are people who are jealous of Mr. Shadow's success and want him to fail


And if you faggots got static, then bring it on
Mr. Shadow is not afraid of his enemies and he is ready to fight


Let's it crackin', forget talkin', we straight boxin' (Come on)
Mr. Shadow is willing to fight instead of talking things out


The name's Shadow, I have no patience (Hell naw)
Mr. Shadow doesn't have time for nonsense and he has a short temper


And all you wack ass rappers need maintenance
Mr. Shadow is not impressed with other rappers and thinks they need to improve their skills




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