Wrapped by 300 year… Read Full Bio ↴"(All the) Years of my life, my adult expansion,
Wrapped by 300 years of history. But can you imagine?
How in a few days, like Kayne, it would all fall down..."
-M. Harris, Katrina Vision
The effect of Hurricane Katrina on New Orleans was catastrophic and long-lasting. The actual storm, making landfall on August 29, 2005, caused almost 1900 deaths, and over 800 billion dollars in damages. To this day, only about half of the 1.4 million residents of the metro area have returned. Through it all, there are people that participate in the dual role of living their own day to day lives, and doing things to help rebuild the future of this city. Enter two men that understand the dualness of both very well. S-PYanage and Work make up The N.O. Wordsmyths. Both are originally from the Lower 9th Ward of New Orleans who met at the University of New Orleans back in 2000. By day, they each represent careers as a Fireman, and Sewage and Water Utility Plant Worker for the City of New Orleans. By night, there is a unique chemistry between them that brews from past experiences as solo artists, musicians, and the life of the city they are from.
Due to the aftereffects of Katrina, the central office and studio of Rexless Records had to relocate to Atlanta. It was there, under the Production mastery of both in house Producer Da ‘Y’, and M. Harris of Urban Groovz Entertainment, the cultural rebuilding took place for the next 2 years. Out of the journey, affectionately called “The Atlanta Chronicles,” came 8/29: The Movement. This album, like The Wordsmyths themselves, are not limited by the stereotypical “Gansta” of “Crack” rap of the mainstream, nor the local “Bounce” music of their home. Their unique concepts and lyrics are based in their everyday lives as middle class African-Americans recovering and rebuilding the world they knew before and envision for the future. Picture Outkast, UGK or Kanye West with Creole Seasoning.
Regardless if you are listening to the Groovy Gumbo that makes Bayou Queen, the alert commentary of Mr. Suit and Tie or Nickel to a Dollar, or just cruising along to I-10 Pimipin, you will hear the truth in every lyric, and every beat. You can hear the creativity acquired from their actual lives. The City of New Orleans occupies a unique place in America’s cultural landscape, and the recovery won’t be complete until New Orleanians return home and their culture is restored. You know, commitments in politics sometimes mean nothing. The N.O. Wordsmyths are making a commitment that means something and the world needs to hear musically. IT’S A MOVEMENT!
Intro
N.O. Wordsmyths Lyrics
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Still Tippin' on four fours, wrapped in four fours
Tippin' on four fours, wrapped in four fours
Tippin' on four fours wrapped in four fours
Pimping four hoes and I'm packing four fours
[Slim Thug]
Now look who creeping look who crawling still balling in the mix It's that six six long dick slim nigga sticking your chick
Pulling tricks looking slick at all times when I'm flipping
Bar sipping car dipping grand wood grain gripping
Still tippin' on four fours wrapped in four fours
Pimping four hoes and I'm packing four fours
Blowing on the endo Game Cube Nintendo
Five percent tint so you can't see up in my window
These niggas don't understand cause I'm Boss Hogg on candy
Top down at Maxi's wit a big glock nine handy
Pieced up creased up staying dressed to impress
Big boss belt buckle under my Mitchell and Ness
Oh, Gucci shades up on my braids when I Escalade
When I'm riding Sprewells sliding like a escapade
I got it made the big boss of the north
Ain't shit changed I still represent Swisha House (Ha!)
[Chorus: x2]
[Mike Jones]
Four Fours I'm tippin'
Wood grain I'm gripping
Catch me lane switching with the paint dripping
Turn your neck and your dame missing
Me and Slim we ain't tripping I'm finger flipping and syrup sipping
Like do or die I'm pour pimping Car stop rims keep spinning
I'm flipping drop with invisible tops Hoes bop when my drop step out
I'm shaking the block with four eighteens'
Candy green with eleven screens
My gasoline always supreme
Got do-do the brown with a pint of lean
It takes grinding to be a king
It takes grinding to be a king
First Round Draft Picks coming
Who is Mike Jones coming
Slab shining with the grill and woman
Slab shining with the grill and woman
I'm Mike Jones (Who) Mike Jones the one and only you can't clone me
Got a lot a haters and a lot of homies some friends and some phony
Back then hoes didn't want me Now I'm hot hoes all on me
Back then hoes didn't want me Now I'm hot hoes all on me
Back then hoes didn't want me Now I'm hot hoes all on me
(I Said!) Back then hoes didn't want me Now I'm hot hoes all on me
[Chorus: x2]
[Paul Wall]
What it do it's Paul Wall I'm the people's champ
My chain light up like a lamp cause now I'm back with the camp
I'm crawling similar to a ant cause I'm low to the earth
People's feelings get hurt when they figure out what I'm worth
I got eighty fours poking out at the club I'm showing out
I'm a player ain't no doubt hoes want to know what I'm bout
Biggest diamonds off in my mouth princess cuts all in my chain
Wood grain all in my range dripping stains when I switch lanes
Switched the name It's still the same Swisha House or Swisha Blast
Mike Jones he running the game and Magnificent bout his cash
Michael Watts he made me hot hard work took me to the top
G. Dash took me to the lot he wrote a check and bought a drop
I got the internet going nuts
But T. Farris got my back so now I'm holding my nuts
It's Paul Wall baby what you know bout me
I'm on that five nine Southle baby holla at me
The lyrics to N.O. Wordsmyths's song "Intro" depict the lifestyle of an artist in Southern hip-hop, specifically Houston, Texas. The song features three different rappers: Slim Thug, Mike Jones, and Paul Wall. The chorus repeats and centers around the phrase "still tippin' on four fours," which refers to the act of driving a car equipped with four wheels and sporting rims. The artists describe their lavish lifestyles, which include jewelry, expensive cars, and multiple women.
Slim Thug's verse opens up the song, and he boasts about his sexual prowess and ability to pull women. He also raps about his impressive car, which has a "grand wood grain gripping" and how he enjoys "bar sipping car dipping." Mike Jones' verse focuses on his success and how he had to work hard to achieve it. He also mentions his love for cars and how they let him show off his wealth. Paul Wall's verse touches on fame, his relationship with the Swisha House record label, and his jewelry.
Overall, the lyrics of "Intro" paint a detailed picture of the Southern hip-hop lifestyle, with a focus on material possessions, women, and the importance of fame and success.
Line by Line Meaning
Still Tippin' on four fours, wrapped in four fours
The singer is driving a car with four rims and four doors and is still showing off his status and wealth.
Pimping four hoes and I'm packing four fours
The singer is bragging about having four women and carrying four guns.
Now look who creeping look who crawling still balling in the mix
The singer is boasting about his continued success and status.
It's that six six long dick slim nigga sticking your chick
The artist is bragging about his sexual prowess and ability to attract women.
Pulling tricks looking slick at all times when I'm flipping
The artist is skillful at what he does and always looks good while doing it.
Bar sipping car dipping grand wood grain gripping
The singer is enjoying a drink and driving a car with a wooden steering wheel.
Blowing on the endo Game Cube Nintendo
The singer is smoking marijuana and playing video games.
Five percent tint so you can't see up in my window
The artist has dark window tinting to maintain his privacy.
These niggas don't understand cause I'm Boss Hogg on candy
The artist's peers do not comprehend his success and status.
Top down at Maxi's wit a big glock nine handy
The artist is driving with the convertible top down and carrying a big gun.
Pieced up creased up staying dressed to impress
The singer is always well-dressed and looking his best.
Big boss belt buckle under my Mitchell and Ness
The artist is wearing a large and flashy belt buckle with a brand-name outfit.
Oh, Gucci shades up on my braids when I Escalade
The singer is wearing designer sunglasses and driving a Cadillac Escalade.
When I'm riding Sprewells sliding like a escapade
The singer is smoothly driving with expensive rims on his car.
I got it made the big boss of the north
The singer has achieved success and is seen as a leader in his area.
Ain't shit changed I still represent Swisha House (Ha!)
The artist remains loyal to his record label and representative of their brand.
Four Fours I'm tippin'
The artist is still showing off his car with four rims and four doors.
Wood grain I'm gripping
The singer is holding onto the wooden steering wheel of his car.
Catch me lane switching with the paint dripping
The singer is driving recklessly and swerving between lanes with paint dripping off the car.
Turn your neck and your dame missing
The artist's car is so impressive that people are turning to look and even his companions are distracted.
Me and Slim we ain't tripping I'm finger flipping and syrup sipping
The artist is relaxed and enjoying himself with his friend Slim Thug, while holding a cup of syrup and using his fingers to signal his status.
Like do or die I'm pour pimping Car stop rims keep spinning
The artist is driving slow with the rims on his car still spinning, as if he is in a music video from the group Do or Die.
I'm flipping drop with invisible tops
The singer has a unique and expensive car with a convertible top that is hardly visible.
Hoes bop when my drop step out
Women immediately start dancing when the artist arrives in his car.
I'm shaking the block with four eighteens'
The singer's car audio system is equipped with four large 18-inch speakers, causing the whole neighborhood to shake.
Candy green with eleven screens
The singer's car is painted a shiny green color and has eleven video screens installed inside.
My gasoline always supreme
The singer only uses the highest quality gasoline for his car.
Got do-do the brown with a pint of lean
The artist has illegal drugs in his possession, specifically marijuana and codeine syrup.
It takes grinding to be a king
The artist knows that it takes hard work to be successful and respected.
First Round Draft Picks coming
The singer expects to be signed to a major record label and become a star.
Who is Mike Jones coming
The singer asks who is famous rapper Mike Jones that everyone is talking about.
Slab shining with the grill and woman
The artist's car is glistening and his jewelry and women are also impressive.
I'm Mike Jones (Who) Mike Jones the one and only you can't clone me
Mike Jones introduces himself and emphasizes that he is unique and cannot be copied.
Got a lot a haters and a lot of homies some friends and some phony
Mike Jones has many people who dislike or envy him, as well as many friends who may not be sincere.
Back then hoes didn't want me Now I'm hot hoes all on me
Mike Jones was not popular or attractive to women before, but now he is successful and desired.
(I Said!) Back then hoes didn't want me Now I'm hot hoes all on me
Mike Jones repeats the previous line for emphasis.
What it do it's Paul Wall I'm the people's champ
Paul Wall introduces himself and claims to be popular with the public.
My chain light up like a lamp cause now I'm back with the camp
Paul Wall's jewelry is flashy and eye-catching, now that he is working with his record label again.
I'm crawling similar to a ant cause I'm low to the earth
Paul Wall is taking his time and moving slowly, like an ant close to the ground.
People's feelings get hurt when they figure out what I'm worth
When people learn how much money Paul Wall has, they may feel envious, inferior or left out.
I got eighty fours poking out at the club I'm showing out
Paul Wall is driving a car with 84-inch rims and is displaying his wealth and style at the club.
I'm a player ain't no doubt hoes want to know what I'm bout
Paul Wall is confident and well-liked by women, who are curious about his lifestyle.
Biggest diamonds off in my mouth princess cuts all in my chain
Paul Wall has large and numerous diamonds in his mouth and jewelry.
Wood grain all in my range dripping stains when I switch lanes
Paul Wall's car has a lot of wooden interior details, and the paint on it drips and leaves marks when he changes lanes.
Switched the name It's still the same Swisha House or Swisha Blast
Paul Wall has changed his name, but is still associated with his record label.
Mike Jones he running the game and Magnificent bout his cash
Mike Jones is successful and influential in the music industry, while Magnificent is focused on making a lot of money.
Michael Watts he made me hot hard work took me to the top
Michael Watts helped Paul Wall become popular and successful.
G. Dash took me to the lot he wrote a check and bought a drop
G. Dash helped Paul Wall buy a new car by writing him a check.
I got the internet going nuts
Paul Wall caused a sensation on the internet.
But T. Farris got my back so now I'm holding my nuts
T. Farris supports Paul Wall and the singer is now confident and self-assured.
It's Paul Wall baby what you know bout me
The singer is confident in his success and curious about what others know about him.
I'm on that five nine Southle baby holla at me
Paul Wall is located in the South region and is looking for people to contact him.
[Chorus: x2]
Repeating the chorus for emphasis.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ABRAHAM ORELLANA, CAMERON GILES, TEEYON WINFREE
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