Real Niggaz
N.W.A Lyrics


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Yo, what's up niggas and niggettes?
N.W.A is back in this motherfucker
And this is only the single
Wait until the motherfuckin' album comes out
We gon' have some more of that good shit
The shit you just can't fuck with
But yo, we ain't finished. Tell 'em what's up man
Yo man, there's a gang of motherfuckers out there on the dick
Man, in every motherfuckin' state
Wanna be like, wanna look like, wanna act like
Wanna dress like, wanna sound like muthafuckin' style stealin'
Clone ass N.W.A bitin' ass motherfuckin' everywhere man
Non-reality seein' non-reality feeling
Non-reality livin' ass motherfuckers man
Hey, I don't know. Reality, it's important to me, man
So fellas man, tell these niggas what it's like in the minds of real niggas'

Prisoner like a hostage
Yo, you should of covered your muthafucking head like an ostrich
Deep in the dirt cause you's a sucker
And your ass up high so I can kick the muthafucker
Don't try to hang, you're best abroad
'Cause my foot will be so far up you ass, you're get hemorrhoids
Before you try to fuck wit Ren
I'll put two in your ass and you'll be shitting a size 10

First come, first serve, whoever's got the nerve
Step up and get what you deserve
From the word of a muthafucking hip-hop maniac
Brainiac, so what you oughta do is step the fuck back
But how the fuck you think a rapper last
Wit your ass saying shit that is said in the past
Yo, be original, your shit is sloppy
Get off the dick you muthafucking carbon copy

Falling deep in the drums so many of styles
Is one of the reasons a nigga ran a hundred miles
Cheating and out beating the crowd I kept seating
But weak muthafuckas biting off and they kept eating
Styles that kept them full of bull
'Cause the vocals were local in nightclubs
And not getting paid in full
They got the nerve to cuss
Only reason niggas pick up your record is cause they thought it was us

Yo, giving what I gotta give, doing what I gotta do
You don't care for me, so who gives a fuck about you
You can't harm me, alarm me
Cause we're the generals in this fucking hip-hop army
The niggas wit attitudes if you didn't know
We blow, flow and getting loose slow from the get go, yo
Try us and take it
Yo, fuck this shit, Yella, kick the break in

It's the real thing, you are now real, real niggas, niggas

You can run but you can't hide, you know I'm a find ya
'Cause a nigga like Ren's only 2 steps behind ya
Don't look back, because you're shaking and all scared
A nigga in black can be your scariest nightmare
So sleep wit the lights on, forget that the mic's on
Don't step on my muthafucking stage without Nikes on
Don't say it's psycho, and then you just might go
Mentally fucked up when I let the right blow

All these niggas wit the jibber jabber
But couldn't kill a fly wit a muthafucking sledge hammer
Gangstas in black are out there
But only because, yo, it's the shit we wear
On my muthafucking dick
But I'm a love it when you drop like a muthafucking brick
So, yo, step off, go to bed, 'cause if you're mislead
You get a muthafucking bullet in your forehead

Black, the good, the bad, the ugly, you see
A little streetwise nigga, you know me
Rolling wit some real niggas playing for keeps
But you muthafuckas know who run the streets
Wit that hardcore hip-hop rap shit
(Now how much harder can another nigga get?)
Trying to be like us, sound like us, dress like us
(Ashes to ashes and dust to dust)
So nigga, nigga, nigga, nigga, nigga, nigga, please
Since you're on the dick why don't you drop to your knees
'Cause I'm a muthafucka that's out to kill
Eazy-E, a nigga that's real

Real niggas, straight off the streets of Compton
Quick to get in your shit without second thought
And if your ass get smoked, it's my bullet you caught
So if you're talking shit about the niggas in black
Bow down to the King's and Raider's hats

They played out, that's what niggas were chanting
One nigga left and they said we ain't happening
People had thought we was finished and then done wit
But if you think about it, yo, we really ain't done shit
Yet, so cover your ears and wipe your tears
And quit sniffing all over my dick for new ideas
And when the new record come, I'll come like a fucking bomb
Asking for fucking money, don't buy you a fucking crumb
You're on the dicks of four niggas not one
And when it comes to dicks, you don't even have one
So brace yourself to make sure you don't get fucked up
Because if I let you slide, it's just cause you lucked up
Don't come in my face again, because I'm a floor ya
And if you're a bitch, I'm a fucking ignore ya
Because my attitude's a little bigga
'Cause MC Ren is one of the real niggas

Lost in a muthafucking world of madness
Sadness, but Dre is just a nigga that gladdest
Sucker muthafuckas like you, making whack jams
Because it only shows you how dope I am
Never try to ignore us
When I'm expressing, stand still like you're full of rigor mortise
'Cause I'm a real nigga, but I guess you figure
You can break me, take me, but watch me pull the trigger
Dre is just a nigga wit hard, a nigga that's smart
A nigga that's paid to say what others are scared to play
We started out wit too much cargo
So I'm glad we got rid of Benedict Arnold
Yo, NWA, criticize for what we say
But I'm a do the shit anyway
'Cause I'm the muthafucking doctor, never faking
Yo, Yella, kick the muthafucking break in

It's the real thing, you are now real, real niggas, niggas
Yeah motherfuckers, real things
You are now real niggas

N.W.A, straight outta muthafucking Compton
Taking over shit in all of the 1990's




Yo, Dr.Dre, DJ Yella, Eazy-E
And I am MC Ren, yo, NWA taking over this muthafucka y'all

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of N.W.A's "Real Niggaz" express a tough, combative and aggressive attitude from the group to other rappers who they feel are clones and biters of their style. The song starts with a declaration of their return and a promise to bring more good stuff. Then, MC Ren rants about the numerous people who copy N.W.A's style and who live in non-reality. He emphasizes that reality is important and tells real niggas how to behave in the mind of a real niggas. Finally, Dre, Ren, and Yella chime in to emphasize their dominance in the hip-hop scene and warn their detractors not to mess with them.


The song's message embodies rebellion against societal structures and authority. N.W.A refused to submit to the mainstream rap style while asserting their power and influence in their community. The song also continues the group's often violent and sexist themes that popularized in their earlier music, drawing criticism from some quarters.


Line by Line Meaning

Yo, what's up niggas and niggettes?
Greetings, fellow individuals of African descent, both male and female.


N.W.A is back in this motherfucker
The rap group N.W.A has returned to the music scene and is ready to make an impact.


And this is only the single
This song is just a taste of what's to come from our upcoming album.


Wait until the motherfuckin' album comes out
Just wait until our highly anticipated album is released.


We gon' have some more of that good shit
We will deliver more high-quality music that you won't be able to resist.


The shit you just can't fuck with
Our music is so exceptional that it cannot be matched or surpassed.


But yo, we ain't finished. Tell 'em what's up man
However, we are not done yet. Let's inform them of the mindset of real black men.


Yo man, there's a gang of motherfuckers out there on the dick
There are many individuals who are infatuated with and imitating N.W.A.


Man, in every motherfuckin' state
This phenomenon is happening all across the country.


Wanna be like, wanna look like, wanna act like
They desire to emulate our style, appearance, and behavior.


Wanna dress like, wanna sound like muthafuckin' style stealin'
They are blatantly stealing our unique style and sound.


Clone ass N.W.A bitin' ass motherfuckin' everywhere man
These individuals are shamelessly copying and imitating N.W.A, which is prevalent everywhere.


Non-reality seein' non-reality feeling
They are disconnected from reality and yet pretend to understand it.


Non-reality livin' ass motherfuckers man
They are leading a false and inauthentic lifestyle.


Hey, I don't know. Reality, it's important to me, man
As for me, I value and prioritize living in the real world.


So fellas man, tell these niggas what it's like in the minds of real niggas'
So, my fellow group members, enlighten these imitators about the mentality of authentic black individuals.


Prisoner like a hostage
You are trapped and confined like a captive.


Yo, you should of covered your muthafucking head like an ostrich
You should have hidden and protected yourself like an ostrich burying its head in the sand.


Deep in the dirt cause you's a sucker
You are a weak and foolish person, thus deserving to be buried in disgrace.


And your ass up high so I can kick the muthafucker
Your arrogance makes you an easy target for me to humiliate or defeat.


Don't try to hang, you're best abroad
Do not attempt to associate with us, as you are better off elsewhere.


'Cause my foot will be so far up your ass, you're get hemorrhoids
I will kick you with such force that you will experience painful hemorrhoids.


Before you try to fuck wit Ren
Think twice before attempting to challenge or confront me, Ren.


I'll put two in your ass and you'll be shitting a size 10
I will shoot you twice in the buttocks, causing you to defecate with difficulty due to the size of the bullets.


First come, first serve, whoever's got the nerve
The one who takes the initiative and has the audacity will be the first to face the consequences.


Step up and get what you deserve
Come forward and receive the punishment or retaliation that you rightly deserve.


From the word of a muthafucking hip-hop maniac
These words are spoken by a passionate devotee of hip-hop music.


Brainiac, so what you oughta do is step the fuck back
I am highly intelligent, so it would be wise for you to retreat and back off.


But how the fuck you think a rapper last
However, do you really believe that a rapper can survive in the industry?


Wit your ass saying shit that is said in the past
When you continue to produce outdated and unoriginal lyrics.


Yo, be original, your shit is sloppy
Be innovative and authentic, as your work is poorly executed.


Get off the dick you muthafucking carbon copy
Stop imitating and leeching off the success and style of others.


Falling deep in the drums so many of styles
Immersed in the art of rhythm, with various styles at my disposal.


Is one of the reasons a nigga ran a hundred miles
This is a contributing factor to why I pursued a career in music with great determination.


Cheating and out beating the crowd I kept seating
By cheating and surpassing the competition, I maintained my position of power.


But weak muthafuckas biting off and they kept eating
Unfortunately, talentless individuals continue to copy and thrive off stolen ideas.


Styles that kept them full of bull
These imitation styles only fed them with falsehoods and lies.


'Cause the vocals were local in nightclubs
Since their singing was confined to local nightclubs.


And not getting paid in full
And unable to receive the full compensation they truly deserved.


They got the nerve to cuss
Despite their lack of success, they have the audacity to curse and criticize.


Only reason niggas pick up your record is cause they thought it was us
The only reason some individuals purchased their album was because they mistakenly believed it was an N.W.A production.


Yo, giving what I gotta give, doing what I gotta do
I am providing the best of my abilities and executing the necessary actions.


You don't care for me, so who gives a fuck about you
Since you have no regard or concern for me, I reciprocate the indifference.


You can't harm me, alarm me
Your attempts to cause harm or distress to me are futile and have no effect.


Cause we're the generals in this fucking hip-hop army
Because we are the leaders and authorities in the hip-hop music genre.


The niggas wit attitudes if you didn't know
We are the black individuals with rebellious and confrontational attitudes, in case you were unaware.


We blow, flow and getting loose slow from the get go, yo
We deliver powerful lyrics, smooth flow, and gradual increase in intensity right from the start.


Try us and take it
If you dare to challenge us, be prepared to face the consequences.


Yo, fuck this shit, Yella, kick the break in
I've had enough of this nonsense. Yella, start the instrumental break.


You can run but you can't hide, you know I'm a find ya
You may attempt to flee, but rest assured, I will locate you.


'Cause a nigga like Ren's only 2 steps behind ya
As a person like Ren, I am always closely following behind and monitoring your actions.


Don't look back, because you're shaking and all scared
Do not turn around, as I can sense your fear and vulnerability.


A nigga in black can be your scariest nightmare
A black individual, particularly dressed in dark clothing, can evoke the most terrifying nightmares for you.


So sleep wit the lights on, forget that the mic's on
Keep your lights illuminated while you sleep, as you should never forget that the microphone is always active and recording.


Don't step on my muthafucking stage without Nikes on
Do not dare to set foot on my performing stage unless you are wearing Nike shoes.


Don't say it's psycho, and then you just might go
Do not claim to possess psychotic tendencies when you are not actually capable of such behavior.


Mentally fucked up when I let the right blow
You will be mentally devastated when I unleash my devastating power.


All these niggas wit the jibber jabber
These individuals with their nonsensical and meaningless talk.


But couldn't kill a fly wit a muthafucking sledgehammer
Despite their claims and bluster, they lack the ability to even harm a harmless fly.


Gangstas in black are out there
There are genuine gangsters dressed in black roaming the streets.


But only because, yo, it's the shit we wear
However, their choices of attire are solely influenced by what we, N.W.A, wear.


On my muthafucking dick
These individuals are obsessed with and always seeking attention from me.


But I'm a love it when you drop like a muthafucking brick
However, I will take great satisfaction when you experience a sudden and heavy downfall.


So, yo, step off, go to bed, 'cause if you're mislead
So, please, remove yourself from the situation and go to sleep, because if you are misguided and misinformed,


You get a muthafucking bullet in your forehead
You will be met with a fatal gunshot wound to your forehead.


Black, the good, the bad, the ugly, you see
The black community encompasses individuals with various traits, both positive and negative, which are evident to all.


A little streetwise nigga, you know me
I am a clever and experienced individual from the streets, and you are familiar with my reputation.


Rolling wit some real niggas playing for keeps
I associate myself with authentic black individuals who are committed to staying true to themselves and their values.


But you muthafuckas know who run the streets
Despite your attempts at imitation, we are the ones who truly dominate the streets.


Wit that hardcore hip-hop rap shit
With our intense and raw style of hip-hop music.


(Now how much harder can another nigga get?)
(One must question: can someone become even more hardcore than we are?)


Trying to be like us, sound like us, dress like us
Others are striving to imitate us in terms of our sound, style, and appearance.


(Ashes to ashes and dust to dust)
(Inevitably, all things return to their original state)


So nigga, nigga, nigga, nigga, nigga, nigga, please
Therefore, my fellow black individuals, I implore you to cease your efforts.


Since you're on the dick why don't you drop to your knees
Considering your obsession with us, it would be fitting for you to kneel before us.


'Cause I'm a muthafucka that's out to kill
Because I am an individual with the intention to harm or eliminate others.


Eazy-E, a nigga that's real
Eazy-E is a black individual who embodies authenticity and genuineness.


Real niggas, straight off the streets of Compton
We are genuine black individuals originating from the challenging streets of Compton.


Quick to get in your shit without second thought
We are swift to confront and engage with individuals, not hesitating for a moment.


And if your ass get smoked, it's my bullet you caught
If you were to face fatal consequences, it would be due to my actions and ammunition.


So if you're talking shit about the niggas in black
Therefore, if you are speaking ill of black individuals like us,


Bow down to the King's and Raider's hats
You should show deference and respect towards our authority and allegiance to Los Angeles's Kings and Raiders.


They played out, that's what niggas were chanting
Individuals were claiming that we had become outdated or irrelevant.


One nigga left and they said we ain't happening
When one of our group members departed, people assumed our success was over.


People had thought we was finished and then done wit
Folks believed that we had reached our end and were no longer relevant.


But if you think about it, yo, we really ain't done shit
However, when you truly consider it, we have not accomplished much.


Yet, so cover your ears and wipe your tears
Nevertheless, brace yourself and prepare to face the consequences.


And quit sniffing all over my dick for new ideas
Cease your obsession with me and stop attempting to steal my creative concepts.


And when the new record come, I'll come like a fucking bomb
Once our new album is released, I will make a powerful impact like an explosive bomb.


Asking for fucking money, don't buy you a fucking crumb
Demanding payment does not guarantee you any form of financial success.


You're on the dicks of four niggas not one
Countless individuals are obsessed with and seek the attention of all four of us, not just one.


And when it comes to dicks, you don't even have one
And when it comes to having a significant presence or influence, you possess none.


So brace yourself to make sure you don't get fucked up
Prepare yourself to ensure that you do not face severe consequences or harm.


Because if I let you slide, it's just cause you lucked up
If I choose to go easy on you, it is purely due to fortunate circumstances.


Don't come in my face again, because I'm a floor ya
Do not approach me with your presence or claims, as I will overpower or defeat you.


And if you're a bitch, I'm a fucking ignore ya
If you are weak or cowardly, I will disregard your existence.


Because my attitude's a little bigga
Because my demeanor and mindset are more powerful and significant.


'Cause MC Ren is one of the real niggas
Because MC Ren is an authentic black individual.


Lost in a muthafucking world of madness
Trapped and overwhelmed in a chaotic and insane world.


Sadness, but Dre is just a nigga that gladdest
Experiencing sadness, but Dr. Dre remains the happiest individual.


Sucker muthafuckas like you, making whack jams
You, a talentless individual, are responsible for creating subpar songs.


Because it only shows you how dope I am
This only highlights my exceptional talent and skill.


Never try to ignore us
Never attempt to overlook or disregard us.


When I'm expressing, stand still like you're full of rigor mortise
When I am delivering my message, remain motionless as if you were in a state of rigor mortis.


'Cause I'm a real nigga, but I guess you figure
Because I am an authentic black individual, but I assume you have a different perception.


You can break me, take me, but watch me pull the trigger
You may attempt to harm or control me, but be aware that I have the power to retaliate.


Dre is just a nigga wit hard, a nigga that's smart
Dr. Dre is an individual with a strong character and high intelligence.


A nigga that's paid to say what others are scared to play
An individual who is financially rewarded to express ideas that others are too afraid to voice.


We started out wit too much cargo
We embarked on this journey with excessive baggage or responsibilities.


So I'm glad we got rid of Benedict Arnold
Therefore, I am relieved that we successfully eliminated a traitor or disloyal individual from our midst.


Yo, NWA, criticize for what we say
As N.W.A, we have faced criticism for our lyrics and statements.


But I'm a do the shit anyway
Nevertheless, I will continue to create and deliver my music without hesitation.


'Cause I'm the muthafucking doctor, never faking
Because I am Dr. Dre, a respected figure in the rap industry, and I am always true to myself.


Yo, Yella, kick the muthafucking break in
Now, Yella, initiate the instrumental break with precision and skill.


Yeah motherfuckers, real things
Yes, individuals, these are genuine and authentic matters.


You are now real niggas, niggas
In this moment, you have become true black individuals.


Yeah motherfuckers, real things
Yes, individuals, these are genuine and authentic matters.


You are now real niggas
At this point, you have become true black individuals.


N.W.A, straight outta muthafucking Compton
N.W.A originated from the uncompromising streets of Compton.


Taking over shit in all of the 1990's
We are asserting our dominance and control throughout the entire decade of the 1990s.


Yo, Dr.Dre, DJ Yella, Eazy-E
Greetings to Dr. Dre, DJ Yella, and Eazy-E.


And I am MC Ren, yo, NWA taking over this muthafucka y'all
And I am MC Ren. Together, N.W.A is conquering and seizing control of this domain, my friends.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Y, CORNELL HAYNES

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