Compton's n the House
N.W.A Lyrics


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Ah yeah, right about now Compton's in de mothafuckin' house [yeah do it do it]
NWA's in full effect
Hey yo yella boy, kick me that funky-ass beat
Yeah, who's in de mothafuckin' house?
Compton's in the mothafuckin' house!
Yeah, Compton's definetly in the house
Hey yo Ren, what we're gonna do?
[MC Ren]

To the people over here
To the people out there
To the people, the people, the people, people, the people, people
From everywhere watching the show
Paying top dolars because they know
When we're on the stage, we're in a mothafuckin' range
So Dre, why don't you get the 12 guage [yeah]
And show 'em how Eazy-Duz-It
So if you punks wanna make somethin' of it
Step up, run up, get up, what's up sucker
You want some of this?
Then you're a stupid mothafucka!
Kickin' - like the kick from a kickdrum
Yella boy on the drum gettin' dumb
Programmin' - a beat that's hittin'
And if you listen then you know we're not bullshittin'
Dope - like a pound or a key
So shut de fuck up and listen to me
I make these killings
I got money to the ceiling [why's that?]
Cuz I'm a mothafuckin' ruthless villain
MC Ren - stamping any fool in my way
With some help from my homeboy Dre

[Dr. Dre]

Now my name iz Dre - de mothafuckin' doctor
Rippin' shit up [oh yeah] and here to rock ya
With some help from my homeboy E
The criminal of the ruthless posse
fuckin' it up [word up] iz what we do
The reputation of the NWA crew
Gettin' busy because we're cold stampin'
And we're born and raised
And we're born and raised
And we're born and raised in Compton

Speakin' of Compton, it's makin' me sick [why?]
Everybody'z talkin' that crazy shit
Sayin' they were raised in the CPT [aha]
Just as I was, they try to be like me
Poppin' that shit, get the fuck out my face
Knowin' that they never even seen the place
Claimin' my city is my city they claim
Mothafuckaz we're about to put some salt in your game ..

Yeah I'm tired of these mothafuckerz runnin' around town, talkin' about
they're from Compton and shit, tryin' to get on the bandwagon ..
Yeah Dre, I know what you're sayin' man, but let's tell 'em who we're
talkin' about ..

WHAT DO YOU CALL A CREW THAT CAN RAP LIKE THAT ...?
yo NWA call 'em mothafuckaz wack..
[yeah you know what time it iz, listen to why we call 'em wack]

They got a wacky wack record put o' wacky wack crews
Yo what about the lyrics?
That shit's wacky wack too
With a fucked up style and a fucked up show
Hey yo Ren, what about the scratchin', is it def?
fuck no!
The mothafuckin' record is a mothafuckin' wack
The mothafuckin' cracka jack needs to step the fuck back ...

Do you want some of this?
Hell no ..
Dre the mothafuckin' doctor
Well for the record it's Ren and for the street it's Villain
Dre the mothafuckin' doctor
Well for the record it's Ren and for the street it's Villain
Yella boy, why don't you kick me one of them funky-ass beats?
My boy .. my boy .. my boy Ice Cube
Yo we got my homeboy Eazy E in de house
won't you tell 'em what your name iz?

[MC Ren]

MC Ren is the mothafuckin' Coroner
I'm gettin' rid of mothafuckaz as if they was a foreigner
Show no crip to pretend when I'm seen
I punch you can block it but I'm a still get in
This ain't a TK yo in the first
But it's some shit from a nigga in black it's much worse
Then a beat from Tyson cuz Ren is not nice and
Your ass is better off just rollin' a dice and
Findin' you a number for luck
Cuz you all need it when you see I don't give a fuck
My identity, and the shit is gettin' shown
Without a video I'm still gettin' on
I'm at a show then my picture is takin'
One click of the flash and punk niggaz are breakin'
To the door, tryin' to join my fan club
Lipstickin' over one of my dubs
And it's the minimal scratch for the moment
Until I fuck up the so called opponet
That's standing in the zone of the twilight
Sayin' how in de fuck did he get mixed up in my fight
It was'nt a mistake, it was a set-up
So until I'm finished poppin' my lyrics you should shut up
And don't attempt to speak
Because it's bad enough you rollin' up shit quick
With a nigga like Ren about the hit
Now lemme hear you mothafuckaz talk some more shit
I'm a bust your ass in your mouth,
Yo, unless you're sayin' "Compton's in de house"

[Dr. Dre]

Who realy cares - about a sucker on a take off
Bust de move, we can have a shake n' bake-off
Me and you can go cuz I don't care yo
Rap fight or guerilla warfare
We can rumble, cuz when my lungs go in and out
I kick rhymes in a bundle to win about
Or scarier scaffle
I just muffle the eye position, there's no competition
Let 'em know that Dre is gettin' stronger
Compton's in de house but now it's some' longer
I won't get set-up, shut up, I'm kinda fed up
You can say uncle and I still won't let up
Cuz Dre is the mothafuckin' doctor
And if me and Ren's on the mike it's like propaganda, no doubt
"Boy you should've known by now" ..

Compton's in the house
Yeah, it's time to put Compton on de map, don't ever think you can get it on
you stupid mothafuckaz!





Compton's in the house ..

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of N.W.A's song "Compton's n the House" talk about the group's pride in their hometown of Compton, California. MC Ren, Dr. Dre, and other members of the group assert their dominance in the rap music scene and call out imposters claiming they are from Compton. The lyrics also highlight the aggressive and confrontational nature of N.W.A's music, with explicit language and violent imagery.


The song opens with a call to action, asserting that Compton is in the house and N.W.A is in full effect. MC Ren then addresses the audience and speaks to the people watching their show, emphasizing their high energy and performance value. Dr. Dre later takes over and raps about Compton being his home and how some people try to imitate him by pretending they are from Compton. The song ends with a warning to anyone who tries to mess with N.W.A, stating that they will not back down.


Overall, the lyrics of "Compton's n the House" showcase N.W.A's pride in their hometown and musical prowess while also displaying their confrontational and aggressive approach to rap music.


Line by Line Meaning

Ah yeah, right about now Compton's in de mothafuckin' house
Compton is currently present and making their presence known


NWA's in full effect
NWA is fully active and making a strong impact


Hey yo yella boy, kick me that funky-ass beat
Yella boy, please play an energetic and funky beat


Yeah, who's in de mothafuckin' house?
Who is currently in the house and making their presence known?


Compton's in the mothafuckin' house!
Compton is definitely present and making their presence known


Yeah, Compton's definitely in the house
Yes, Compton is undeniably present and making their presence known


Hey yo Ren, what we're gonna do?
Ren, what actions or plans do we have in mind?


To the people over here
To the individuals in close proximity


To the people out there
To the individuals in the surrounding area or outside the venue


To the people, the people, the people, people, the people, people
To all the individuals, repeatedly emphasizing their importance


From everywhere watching the show
People from various locations are observing the performance


Paying top dolars because they know
They are willing to pay a high price because they understand the value


When we're on the stage, we're in a mothafuckin' range
When we perform on stage, we dominate and captivate the audience


So Dre, why don't you get the 12 guage [yeah]
Dre, why don't you handle the situation forcefully or aggressively


And show 'em how Eazy-Duz-It
Demonstrate Eazy-E's style and ability


So if you punks wanna make somethin' of it
If any of you individuals want to challenge or confront us


Step up, run up, get up, what's up sucker
Come forward, confront us, engage in a physical altercation, what do you want?


You want some of this?
Are you looking to engage in a fight or face the consequences?


Then you're a stupid mothafucka!
In that case, you are foolish and ignorant


Kickin' - like the kick from a kickdrum
Bringing excitement and power, like the impact of a kick drum


Yella boy on the drum gettin' dumb
Yella boy is skillfully playing the drums and impressing everyone


Programmin' - a beat that's hittin'
Creating a beat that is forceful and impactful


And if you listen then you know we're not bullshittin'
If you pay attention, you will realize that we are serious and not deceiving


Dope - like a pound or a key
Excellent and impressive, comparable to a large quantity of drugs


So shut de fuck up and listen to me
Stop talking and pay attention to what I have to say


I make these killings
I earn substantial amounts of money


I got money to the ceiling [why's that?]
My wealth is so abundant that it fills up the entire space up to the ceiling, why is that?


Cuz I'm a mothafuckin' ruthless villain
Because I am a relentless and cold-hearted antagonist


MC Ren - stamping any fool in my way
MC Ren is intimidating and defeating anyone who tries to oppose him


With some help from my homeboy Dre
Assisted by my friend Dre in achieving these successes


Now my name is Dre - de mothafuckin' doctor
My name is Dre, and I'm a highly skilled and influential figure


Rippin' shit up [oh yeah] and here to rock ya
Causing a commotion and ready to entertain you


With some help from my homeboy E
Assisted by my friend Eazy-E in achieving these successes


The criminal of the ruthless posse
Eazy-E is the dangerous and fearless member of the ruthless group


fuckin' it up [word up] iz what we do
Causing chaos and havoc is our specialty


The reputation of the NWA crew
The NWA crew has a well-known and respected reputation


Gettin' busy because we're cold stampin'
Staying busy and active because we have a strong influence


And we're born and raised
We are originally from and have been nurtured by


And we're born and raised
We are originally from and have been nurtured by


And we're born and raised in Compton
We are from and have grown up in Compton


Speakin' of Compton, it's makin' me sick [why?]
Speaking about Compton is causing me disgust or dissatisfaction, why is that?


Everybody'z talkin' that crazy shit
Everyone is discussing absurd or nonsensical things


Sayin' they were raised in the CPT [aha]
Claiming that they were raised in the CPT (Compton), oh really?


Just as I was, they try to be like me
They attempt to imitate or emulate me, just like I was


Poppin' that shit, get the fuck out my face
Talking nonsense or boasting, get out of my presence


Knowin' that they never even seen the place
Knowing that they have never even visited or experienced the location


Claimin' my city is my city they claim
Asserting that my city (Compton) belongs to them, they claim


Mothafuckaz we're about to put some salt in your game ..
We are about to challenge or disrupt their plans or strategies


Yeah I'm tired of these mothafuckerz runnin' around town, talkin' about they're from Compton and shit, tryin' to get on the bandwagon ..
I'm fed up with these individuals bragging about being from Compton and attempting to join our movement


Yeah Dre, I know what you're sayin' man, but let's tell 'em who we're talkin' about ..
I understand your point, Dre, but let's clarify who we are referring to


WHAT DO YOU CALL A CREW THAT CAN RAP LIKE THAT ...?
How would you categorize a group of individuals who possess exceptional rapping skills?


yo NWA call 'em mothafuckaz wack..
In NWA's opinion, those individuals are regarded as untalented or inferior


[yeah you know what time it iz, listen to why we call 'em wack]
Yes, you understand the reasoning behind our judgment, listen to the explanation


They got a wacky wack record put o' wacky wack crews
Their record is extremely subpar and they associate with similarly untalented groups


Yo what about the lyrics?
What can you say about the quality of their lyrics?


That shit's wacky wack too
Those lyrics are also overwhelmingly poor and unsatisfactory


With a fucked up style and a fucked up show
Their style and performance are both severely flawed and disappointing


Hey yo Ren, what about the scratchin', is it def?
Ren, what can you say about the scratching technique, is it impressive?


fuck no!
Absolutely not!


The mothafuckin' record is a mothafuckin' wack
The record itself is unbelievably awful


The mothafuckin' cracka jack needs to step the fuck back ...
Those individuals should step aside and back away from the music industry


Do you want some of this?
Are you interested in engaging with us or facing the consequences?


Hell no ..
Absolutely not!


Dre the mothafuckin' doctor
Dre, the highly skilled and influential figure


Well for the record it's Ren and for the street it's Villain
In the official records, it is recorded as Ren, and in the street, he is known as Villain


Dre the mothafuckin' doctor
Dre, the highly skilled and influential figure


Well for the record it's Ren and for the street it's Villain
In the official records, it is recorded as Ren, and in the street, he is known as Villain


Yella boy, why don't you kick me one of them funky-ass beats?
Yella boy, please play one of those energetic and funky beats for me


My boy .. my boy .. my boy Ice Cube
My dear friend, Ice Cube


Yo we got my homeboy Eazy E in de house
We have my close friend Eazy E present


won't you tell 'em what your name iz?
Can you please inform them of your name, Eazy E?


MC Ren is the mothafuckin' Coroner
MC Ren is known as the ruthless and relentless Coroner


I'm gettin' rid of mothafuckaz as if they was a foreigner
I am eliminating individuals as if they were outsiders or intruders


Show no crip to pretend when I'm seen
I do not display any compassion or mercy when I am seen


I punch you can block it but I'm a still get in
Even if you try to defend yourself, I will still find a way to harm or defeat you


This ain't a TK yo in the first
This is not a mere bout or confrontation, my friend


But it's some shit from a nigga in black it's much worse
Rather, it is a dangerous situation initiated by a threatening and formidable individual


Then a beat from Tyson cuz Ren is not nice and
More powerful and forceful than a hit from Tyson because Ren is not merciful or gentle


Your ass is better off just rollin' a dice and
You would have a better chance of success by gambling or taking chances


Findin' you a number for luck
Attempting to find a numerical value that brings good fortune


Cuz you all need it when you see I don't give a fuck
Because you will need luck when you witness how little I care


My identity, and the shit is gettin' shown
My true self is being revealed and becoming evident


Without a video I'm still gettin' on
Even without a music video, I am still achieving success and recognition


I'm at a show then my picture is takin'
When I am at a performance, people are taking photographs of me


One click of the flash and punk niggaz are breakin'
A single flash of the camera causes weak individuals to panic or lose composure


To the door, tryin' to join my fan club
Attempting to escape or leave the venue, attempting to become a part of my group of fans


Lipstickin' over one of my dubs
Talking excessively or boastfully over one of my audio recordings


And it's the minimal scratch for the moment
This is only the beginning or a minor setback at the moment


Until I fuck up the so called opponet
Until I defeat or ruin the individual who claims to be my opponent


That's standing in the zone of the twilight
Who is present in a position of uncertainty or hidden motives


Sayin' how in de fuck did he get mixed up in my fight
Wondering how this person became involved or entangled in my conflict


It wasn't a mistake, it was a set-up
It was not an accident, it was a deliberate plan to deceive or harm me


So until I'm finished poppin' my lyrics you should shut up
Therefore, until I am done expressing my thoughts and emotions through my lyrics, you should remain silent


And don't attempt to speak
Do not even think about trying to say something


Because it's bad enough you rollin' up shit quick
Your current behavior or words are already problematic or unacceptable


With a nigga like Ren about the hit
Especially when someone like Ren is about to strike or attack


Now lemme hear you mothafuckaz talk some more shit
Now I want to hear those individuals continue to talk or boast


I'm a bust your ass in your mouth
I am going to physically harm or defeat you


Yo, unless you're sayin' 'Compton's in de house'
Unless you acknowledge and show respect for Compton's presence and influence


Who really cares - about a sucker on a take off
Who truly has any interest or concern for an insignificant individual trying to gain attention or recognition


Bust de move, we can have a shake n' bake-off
Let's engage in a competitive challenge or showdown


Me and you can go cuz I don't care yo
You and I can have a confrontation because I have no fear or concern


Rap fight or guerilla warfare
Whether it's a battle of rapping skills or a more intense and brutal conflict


We can rumble, cuz when my lungs go in and out
We can fight or engage in physical combat, as my breathing intensifies


I kick rhymes in a bundle to win about
I deliver a series of impressive and powerful rhymes to achieve victory


Or scarier scaffle
Or an even more frightening and chaotic struggle


I just muffle the eye position, there's no competition
I intimidate or silence those who try to challenge me, as there is no one who can truly compete with me


Let 'em know that Dre is gettin' stronger
Inform them that Dre is becoming more powerful and influential


Compton's in de house but now it's some' longer
Compton is still present and influential, but now it has become even greater or more significant


I won't get set-up, shut up, I'm kinda fed up
I will not be fooled or deceived, so stop talking, as I am growing tired of it


You can say uncle and I still won't let up
Even if you surrender or give up, I will not stop or relent


Cuz Dre is the mothafuckin' doctor
Because Dre is the highly skilled and influential figure


And if me and Ren's on the mike it's like propaganda, no doubt
When Ren and I are on the microphone together, it is like a persuasive message or communication, without a doubt


"Boy you should've known by now" ..
"Boy, you should have already been aware of this by now"


Compton's in the house
Compton is present and making their presence known


Yeah, it's time to put Compton on de map, don't ever think you can get it on you stupid mothafuckaz!
Yes, it is time to establish Compton's prominence, never underestimate or attempt to challenge us, you foolish individuals!


Compton's in the house ..
Compton is present and making their presence known




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Written by: ANDRE ROMELL YOUNG, LORENZO JERALD PATTERSON

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Anil Barwar

Ah yeah, right about now Compton's in de mothafuckin' house (yeah do it do it)
NWA's in full effect
Hey yo yella boy, kick me that funky-ass beat
Yeah, who's in de mothafuckin' house?
Compton's in the mothafuckin' house!
Yeah, Compton's definetly in the house
Hey yo Ren, what we're gonna do?

[MC Ren]

To the people over here
To the people out there
To the people, the people, the people, people, the people, people
From everywhere watching the show
Paying top dolars because they know
When we're on the stage, we're in a mothafuckin' range
So Dre, why don't you get the 12 guage (yeah)
And show 'em how Eazy-Duz-It
So if you punks wanna make somethin' of it
Step up, run up, get up, what's up sucker
You want some of this?
Then you're a stupid mothafucka!
Kickin' - like the kick from a kickdrum
Yella boy on the drum gettin' dumb
Programmin' - a beat that's hittin'
And if you listen then you know we're not bullshittin'
Dope - like a pound or a key
So shut de fuck up and listen to me
I make these killings
I got money to the ceiling (why's that?)
Cuz I'm a mothafuckin' ruthless villain
MC Ren - stamping any fool in my way
With some help from my homeboy Dre
Now my name iz Dre - de mothafuckin' doctor
Rippin' shit up (oh yeah) and here to rock ya
With some help from my homeboy E
The criminal of the ruthless posse
Fuckin' it up (word up) iz what we do
The reputation of the NWA crew
Gettin' busy because we're cold stampin'
And we're born and raised
And we're born and raised
And we're born and raised in Compton

Speakin' of Compton, it's makin' me sick (why?)
Everybody'z talkin' that crazy shit
Sayin' they were raised in the CPT (aha)
Just as I was, they try to be like me
Poppin' that shit, get the fuck out my face
Knowin' that they never even seen the place
Claimin' my city is my city they claim
Mothafuckaz we're about to put some salt in your game ..

Yeah I'm tired of these mothafuckerz runnin' around town, talkin' about
they're from Compton and shit, tryin' to get on the bandwagon ..
Yeah Dre, I know what you're sayin' man, but let's tell 'em who we're
talkin' about ..

WHAT DO YOU CALL A CREW THAT CAN RAP LIKE THAT ...?
yo NWA call 'em mothafuckaz wack..
(yeah you know what time it iz, listen to why we call 'em wack)

They got a wacky wack record put o' wacky wack crews
Yo what about the lyrics?
That shit's wacky wack too
With a fucked up style and a fucked up show
Hey yo Ren, what about the scratchin', is it def?
Fuck no!
The mothafuckin' record is a mothafuckin' wack 
The mothafuckin' cracka jack needs to step the fuck back ...

Do you want some of this?
Hell no ..
Dre the mothafuckin' doctor
Well for the record it's Ren and for the street it's Villain
Dre the mothafuckin' doctor
Well for the record it's Ren and for the street it's Villain
Yella boy, why don't you kick me one of them funky-ass beats?
My boy .. my boy .. my boy Ice Cube
Yo we got my homeboy Eazy E in de house
won't you tell 'em what your name iz?

[MC Ren]

MC Ren is the mothafuckin' Coroner
I'm gettin' rid of mothafuckaz as if they was a foreigner
Show no crip to pretend when I'm seen
I punch you can block it but I'm a still get in
This ain't a TK yo in the first
But it's some shit from a nigga in black it's much worse
Then a beat from Tyson cuz Ren is not nice and
Your ass is better off just rollin' a dice and
Findin' you a number for luck
Cuz you all need it when you see I don't give a fuck
My identity, and the shit is gettin' shown
Without a video I'm still gettin' on
I'm at a show then my picture is takin'
One click of the flash and punk niggaz are breakin'
To the door, tryin' to join my fan club
Lipstickin' over one of my dubs
And it's the minimal scratch for the moment
Until I fuck up the so called opponet
That's standing in the zone of the twilight
Sayin' how in de fuck did he get mixed up in my fight
It was'nt a mistake, it was a set-up
So until I'm finished poppin' my lyrics you should shut up
And don't attempt to speak
Because it's bad enough you rollin' up shit quick
With a nigga like Ren about the hit
Now lemme hear you mothafuckaz talk some more shit
I'm a bust your ass in your mouth, 
Yo, unless you're sayin' "Compton's in de house
[Dr. Dre]

Who realy cares - about a sucker on a take off
Bust de move, we can have a shake n' bake-off
Me and you can go cuz I don't care yo
Rap fight or guerilla warfare
We can rumble, cuz when my lungs go in and out
I kick rhymes in a bundle to win about
Or scarier scaffle
I just muffle the eye position, there's no competition
Let 'em know that Dre is gettin' stronger
Compton's in de house but now it's some' longer
I won't get set-up, shut up, I'm kinda fed up
You can say uncle and I still won't let up
Cuz Dre is the mothafuckin' doctor
And if me and Ren's on the mike it's like propaganda, no doubt
"Boy you should've known by now" ..

Compton's in the house
Yeah, it's time to put Compton on de map, don't ever think you can get it on
you stupid mothafuckaz!

Compton's in the house ..



All comments from YouTube:

Joseph Ringling

Ren went so hard on this song. Hell, Dre did too. Just a great beat by Yella too. Totally defines who NWA was back then when they came out. These cats changed Rap forever.

Rod Seban

I so agree. This is coming from a middle-aged white dude who listens to Jimmy Eat World. This record is amazing - it changed music forever.

Sur Centro 213

Ren was the shit ... A unique voice.

Markois Wilder

Por esta rola conocí a N.W.A y resulta que es una de las más subestimadas.

Kristina Hutchins

You are all right this song is absolutely amazing and ran was so dope. I only wish I would have saw these guys in concert during the short time that they were together. I still remember one day driving around and my friend Rusty's Regal and he threw in this CD.
Indeed NWA changed rap forever!
Could you imagine if they never broke up how many more albums they would have made

gta king nigga

Mc ren went really hard on this track

Da Kid24

It's not Ren it's the villain

Xperia Yard

Always

A. Narejef

"Dope like a pound or a key so shut the fuck up and listen to me"

Occult Pale Horse

@A. Narejef is that all you have to say?

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