The group formed in East Orange, New Jersey, and first appeared on the music scene in the late 1980's releasing an album titled The Independent Leaders, under their then name The New Style. The album generated the minor hit "Scuffin' Those Knees". After the release of their first album, the group was subsequently mentored by fellow New Jersey native Queen Latifah and consequently changed their name.
Their first hit as Naughty By Nature was a track titled "O.P.P." ("Other People's Parts"), which sampled the The Jackson 5's hit "ABC" and was released in 1991 on their self-titled debut album. The album also generated another hit titled "Ghetto Bastard" (the track is often referred to as "Everything's Gonna Be Alright"). Fellow New Jersey native Tony D, accused Naughty by Nature of stealing a sample from his breakbeat album Music Makes You Move and using it on their track "O.P.P.". The matter was settled out of court. Later they had multiple hits from their third and fourth albums, titled 19 Naughty III and Poverty's Paradise respectively.
"Hip Hop Hooray" was a success from the album 19 Naughty III. Its video was directed by Spike Lee and featured other hip-hop artists popular in the early 1990's, including Queen Latifah, Eazy-E, and Kris Kross.
The group also scored a major hit with the track "Uptown Anthem", from the soundtrack to the 2Pac movie Juice.
In later years, Naughty by Nature started their own music imprint, Illtown Records, and released an album from their proteges the Rottin Razkals. The group (mainly Kaygee) worked closely with a number of rnb groups over the years particularly Zhané and Next.
An ongoing dispute between Kaygee and Treach saw Kaygee leave Naughty by Nature in late 2000 to concentrate on his Divine Mill label. The remainder of the group released an album in 2002 titled IIcons, using a variety of different producers including Da Beatminerz - the album however received a lukewarm reception from the public. Treach is rumoured to be releasing a solo album soon. Kaygee has been extremely successful building his Divine Mill imprint with 2 platinum plus albums on both (Divine Mill acts) Jaheim and Next as well as songs on albums from Syleena Johnson and Charlie Wilson among others. In May 2006 Kay Gee reunited with Treach and Naughty by Nature at a concert at B.B. King's nightclub. They will be working together on their next album.
Hip Hop Hurray
Naughty By Nature Lyrics
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You drew a picture of my morning
But you couldn't make my day (Hey!)
I'm rockin' and you're yawning
But you never look my way (Hey!)
I'm licking down your darlin'
In every single way (Hey!)
And a green card's on the way
This ain't got shit to do with shampoo, but watch your head n shoulder
Brother older bold enough to fold ya, yo I told ya
A raid afraid of what I made and played it, plus a funky fit
So save your flips and tricks for that music and the monkey bit
Triggers from the Grilltown Illtown
Some ask how it feels now
The deal is that we're real so we're still 'round
Don't lamp with a freestyle phantom, ain't trying to be handsome
Shrinking what you're thinking cause I'm vamping
I live and die for Hip Hop
This is Hip Hop for today
I give props to hip-hop so
Hip Hop hooray, hey, ho
You heard a lot about a brother gaining mo' ground
Being low down I do the showdown with any little ho round, no!
I wanna know who you're believing, through your funny reasons
Even when I'm sleeping you think I'm cheatin'
You said, "I know you, Mr. O.P.P. man
Yo PP man, won't only see me man"
You should've known when I ain't hit it and step
That I was wit' it a bit not to consider the rep, heck!
I did your partner cause she's hot as a baker
Cause I'm Naughty by Nature, not cause I hate ya!
You put your heart in a part of a part that spreads apart
And forgot that I forgave when you had a spark
You try to act like something really big is missing
Even though my name's graffiti Written on Ya Kitten
I love black women always and disrespect ain't the way
Let's start a family today
Hip Hop hooray, hey, ho
Hip Hop Hip Hip Hop Hip Hip Hop Hooray!
There's many hungry Hip Hoppers one reason Hip Hop's tip-top today
Swerve what ya heard cause I ain't bailing no hay
Ain't chopping no crops, but still growing every day
Here's a thunder sound from the wonders found
From the underground town down the hill
Feel how Illtown drown smiles to frowns
Snatchin' crowns from clowns beat downs are found
Don't know me don't come around
Tippy tippy (pause) tippy tippy (pause)
Sometimes creepin' up I eat em up
Your styles are older than Lou Rawls
Peace to this one and that one and them
That way I shout out and I didn't miss one friend
Fools get foolish, neither them or Parker Lewis knew us
You could have crews with shoes and can't step to us
Some kitties purr, now call me sir too
Looking for her crew
Any trick that diss gets a curfew
I put on projects for boots, step through troops and leave proof
My problem solver's name is Mook
I hitting woodies in a hoody
Peace to Josette, Jobete, Jo-Jo, Genae, and every hood G
That's right, my fight is ill
Peace goes to L.O.N.S. and Quest, Nice & Smooth & Cypress Hill
I live and die for Hip Hop
This is Hip Hop of today
I give props to Hip Hop so
Hip Hop hooray, hey, ho, smooth it out now
The song "Hip-Hop Hooray" by Naughty By Nature is an upbeat rap song that emphasizes their love for Hip-Hop music. The lyrics are a combination of bragging about their skill as rappers, expressing their love for Hip-Hop culture, and boasting about women. The opening lines of the song talk about how the singer is confident in his abilities, while also acknowledging that not everyone is going to appreciate them. He notes that the woman he is talking about does not give him any attention, despite how well he raps. The chorus of the song, "Hip Hop Hooray, Ho, Hey, Ho," is catchy and reinforces their love for Hip-Hop.
The verses alternate between Treach and Vinnie, each showcasing their unique style. Treach's verse seems to touch on issues related to trust, betrayal, and love/intimacy. He discusses rumors about him cheating and questions the woman he's talking to about her trust in him. Vinnie's verse, on the other hand, seems to focus on the origins of Hip-Hop and the greatness of the genre. He name-drops several influential Hip-Hop groups, including Public Enemy and De La Soul. Vinnie also mentions the importance of representation and Hip-Hop's grounding in black culture.
Overall, "Hip-Hop Hooray" is a song about Hip-Hop music that showcases the rappers' skills and their love for the culture. The catchy chorus, coupled with the confident and skilled verses of Treach and Vinnie, make for a fun and enjoyable song.
Line by Line Meaning
Hip Hop hooray,
A celebration and acknowledgment of the hip hop culture.
Ho
Hey
Ho
You drew a picture of my morning
But you couldn't make my day, Hey!
You tried to pull me down with your negativity but I won't let you ruin my day.
I'm rockin' and you're yawning
But you never look my way, Hey!
I'm doing my thing and you're just standing there not paying attention.
I'm licking down you darlin'
In every single way, Hey!
I'm showing you love and affection in every possible way.
Your funny flow is foreign
And a green card's on the way!
Your flow is unique and different but it's still respected and appreciated.
This ain't got shit to do wit shampoo
But watch your head n shoulders brother older bold enough to fold ya
Yo I told ya a raid afraid of what I made
Plus played a funky fit so save ya flips
Plus tricks for that music plus the monkey bit.
I'm not here to talk about shampoo, but I'm warning you to watch out because I'm strong enough to beat you. I'm not afraid of any attacks because I have a funky style. Save your lame tricks and monkey business for someone else.
Triggas from the Grilltown Illtown
Some ask how it feels
How the deal is that we're real so we're still around
Don't lamp wit a freestyle phantom ain't tryin' to be handsome
Shrinkin' what ya thinkin' cause I'm vampin'
People often ask us how it feels to be successful, but the fact is, we are authentic and real, and that's why we are still here. I'm not interested in showing off or trying to look good. I'm just doing what I do best and making you think with my rhymes.
I live and die for Hip Hop
This is Hip Hop for today
I give props to Hip Hop so Hip Hop hooray
Ho
Hey
Ho
I'm committed to the hip hop culture and will always represent it. This is the hip hop of today and I give respect to it. That's why we celebrate and acknowledge hip hop with a hooray.
You heard a lot about a brother gaining mo' ground
Being low down I do the showdown wit' any little ho round, no!
I want to know who you're believing through you're funny reasons
Even when I'm sleeping you think I'm cheatin'
You said I know you're Mr. O.P.P. man yo PP man won't only see me man
You should've known that I was wit if a bit when I ain't hit it
And step not to consider the Rep Heck!
I did your partner cause she's hot as a baker cause
I'm Naughty by Nature
Not 'cause I hate cha!
You put your heart in a part of a part that spreads apart
Even though I forgave ya when you had a spark.
People talk about me and my success, but I'm still humble and will stand up to anyone who wants to test me. I question who you believe and their motives. Even when I'm not doing anything wrong, you still think I'm cheating. You accused me of sleeping with your girl, but you should have known I was with her just a little bit and didn't do anything wrong. I did it because I was attracted to her, not because I hate you. You put your trust in someone who broke your heart, but even though I forgave you, it still hurt.
You try to act like something really big is missing
Even though my name's graffiti written on your kitten
I love black women always and disrespect ain't the way
Let's start a family today Hip Hop hooray, ho, hey!
You're pretending that something important is missing in your life when in fact, I've already left my mark on your girl. I respect black women and want to start a family with one today. Let's celebrate and acknowledge hip hop culture with a hooray.
Hip Hop Hip Hip Hop Hip Hip Hop Hooray!
There's many hungry Hip Hoppers one reason Hip Hop's
Hip top today swerve what cha heard
'Cause I ain't bailing no hey ain't choppin no crops
But still growin every day!
Hip hop is still alive and thriving today, attracting more and more talented MCs every day. I'm still growing and improving, and I refuse to give up or back down.
Here's a thunder sound from the wonders found
From the underground town down the hill
Feel how Illtown drown smiles to frowns
Snatchin' crowns from clowns beat downs are found
Don't know me don't come around.
We come from the underground, and our unique style is making waves in the hip hop community. Those who doubted us are now realizing our talent and authenticity. We won't tolerate those who don't know or respect us.
Tippy tippy
Tippy tippy
Sometimes creepin' up I eat em up
Your style is older than Lou Rawls!
I move swiftly and attack my enemies without them even noticing. Your style is outdated and irrelevant compared to mine.
Peace to this one and that one and them
That way I shout out and I didn't miss one friend
Fools get foolish neither them or Parker Lewis knew us
You could have crews wit shoes and can't step to us
Some kitty purr I call em sir too
Any trick that diss gets a curfew
I put my projects for boots step through troops and leave proof
My problem solvers name is Mook!
I hittin' woodys in a hoody
Peace to Jesette, Jobete, Jo-Jo, Genae, and every hood gee!
That's right my fight is ill
Peace goes to L.O.N.S. and Quest, Nice & Smooth & Cypress Hill
I want to give a shout out to my friends and the people who have supported me over the years. Even those who doubted us can't deny our skills. No amount of crews and shoes can outdo us. I call women 'sir' too. Anyone who disrespects me will get punished. I come from humble beginnings, but I've proven myself time and time again. My problem solver is named Mook. I stay lowkey in a hoodie, and I acknowledge and respect the people from my hood. My rap skills are legit, and I want to give a shout out to L.O.N.S., Quest, Nice & Smooth, and Cypress Hill.
I live and die for Hip Hop
This is Hip Hop of today
I give props to Hip Hop so Hip Hop hooray...ho...hey...ho!
I am dedicated to hip hop culture and will do anything to honor and celebrate it. This is the hip hop of today, and I respect it by giving props to it. That's why we celebrate and acknowledge hip hop with a hooray.
Smooth it out now!
Let's calm down and relax now.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Christopher H. Jasper, Rudolph Isley, Ronald Isley, O'kelly Isley, Marvin Isley, Ernie Isley, Anthony Shawn Criss, Keir Lamont Gist, Vincent Brown, Keir Gist, Vincent E. Brown
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