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.
It's On
Naughty By Nature Lyrics
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[Treach]
Put me on the planet, dammit, where all the sistas look like Janet
Slick consider this how I lick it and then fan it
Pick, rub and ran it how I run it yeah I ran it
And it ran frantic rub put new poonanie panic
Plan it, as a package, pick it and then pack it
Quick as Richocet Rabbit, quick cause it's a habit
To rap it as fast as another brother running rapid
[Vin Rock]
Never call you Sir, who gives a damn if you Mixalot?
East Coast gets the props, producers rock your knot
Baby ain't got back, baby got black
That's why you see the black baby and you respect that
[Treach]
Checka check it out, on and on and on, rock on
To the breaka breaka dawn it's on
"On and on and on, on and on and on
Checka checka it out, to the breaka breaka dawn"
[Vin Rock]
Make room for one rude boy, bad mood boy, new and old school boy
Now watch a true man take out all the school boys
And don't get out of touch cause you just get a slut
With a "Closed For Repair" sign on your nuts
[Treach]
Yeah we're the thing slangers, body boom bangers
Breaking in your shit with a hanger
Damn real I'm gonna live it up
Never forgive your cut on my back watching your girl's gap give it up
[Vin Rock]
I touch you where it hurts first, brutalize you with a verse
Criticize, my lyrics work
Think about a lost block, black stop
I'd rap and make a wack drop then slap you with my back drop
[Treach]
The boom-bang slap papper's fat fat
Step in my path and get that ass cr-crack cracked
Checka check it out, on and on and on
Rock on, to the breaka breaka dawn it's on
"On and on and on, on and on and on
Checka checka it out, to the breaka breaka dawn" [Repeat: x2]
[Treach]
Singing like a buddha bang, hang out with a true crew down with the coochie bang
Brothers come to do the same
But monkey see, monkey do, get your monkey ass played
[Vin Rock]
Individuals get original cause a this a be critical
And pickable and pitiful
I ain't with the big con heart
Ripping other rhymes apart, here to spark me some iron parts
[Treach]
I stick to a city with some rippple, hit a bitty from the middle
Hang on kitties like a cripple nipple
Checka check it out, on and on and on
Rock on, to the breaka breaka dawn it's on
"On and on and on, on and on and on
Checka checka it out, to the breaka breaka dawn" [Repeat: x2]
The song "It's On" by Naughty By Nature is a fast-paced, energetic hip-hop track that touches upon various themes such as masculinity, sexuality, and street life. The lyrics contain a lot of slang and metaphors that may be difficult to understand for some listeners. The opening lines by Treach describe his desire for women who look like Janet Jackson, and he goes on to use sexually suggestive language to describe his encounters with them. He also brags about his skills as a rapper, comparing himself to Rapid Rabbit from cartoons.
The second verse by Vin Rock takes a dig at Sir Mix-A-Lot and his famous song "Baby Got Back," stating that the East Coast deserves more respect from producers in the music industry. He also criticizes men who objectify women and warns that they may end up with sexually transmitted diseases. The final verse by Treach and Vin Rock alternates between their individual styles and shows off their lyrical prowess. They use clever wordplay and rhyme schemes to convey their message of being unique and different in the industry. The chorus repeats the lines "On and on and on, on and on and on/ Checka checka it out, to the breaka breaka dawn," emphasizing the endless energy and dedication they have towards their music.
Line by Line Meaning
Once again it's on
We are back, and it's time for us to do what we do best.
Put me on the planet, dammit, where all the sistas look like Janet
I want to be in a place with beautiful women who look like Janet Jackson.
Slick consider this how I lick it and then fan it
I have a smooth way of seducing women and then showing them off.
Pick, rub and ran it how I run it yeah I ran it
I choose a woman, sweet talk her, and take control of the situation.
And it ran frantic rub put new poonanie panic
The woman becomes frantic with excitement and I take advantage of the moment.
Plan it, as a package, pick it and then pack it
I plan everything precisely, and then I take action accordingly.
Trick it and attract it, throw a crack then catch it
I use tricks and tactics to attract women, and then I hook them in.
Quick as Richocet Rabbit, quick cause it's a habit
I move fast like Richocet Rabbit because it's a natural habit of mine to be quick.
Never call you Sir, who gives a damn if you Mixalot?
I don't care if I offend people who want me to respect them because they are famous.
East Coast gets the props, producers rock your knot
The music we make on the East Coast is better than the music in the West Coast.
Baby ain't got back, baby got black
I don't need a woman with a big butt, I just need a black woman.
That's why you see the black baby and you respect that
I want people to respect black women because they are beautiful.
Checka check it out, on and on and on, rock on
Listen carefully, because we are going to keep going and keep rocking.
To the breaka breaka dawn it's on
We will continue to put on a great show until the sun comes up.
Make room for one rude boy, bad mood boy, new and old school boy
I am a rude boy who can blend in with any crowd, and I represent both the old and new school.
Now watch a true man take out all the school boys
I am a true man who can take on anyone, even young guys.
And don't get out of touch cause you just get a slut
Don't think you can do what you want and get away with it, or you'll become a target for women.
With a 'Closed For Repair' sign on your nuts
You'll be out of commission, and your manhood will be damaged.
Yeah we're the thing slangers, body boom bangers
We are the people who sell things, and we make music that makes people dance.
Breaking in your shit with a hanger
We will break into anything, even with a simple hanger.
Damn real I'm gonna live it up
We are going to enjoy our lives to the fullest.
Never forgive your cut on my back watching your girl's gap give it up
I will never forgive you for what you did to me, while I watch your woman give herself to me.
I touch you where it hurts first, brutalize you with a verse
I will attack you where it hurts the most, and I will use my words to hurt you.
Criticize, my lyrics work
I welcome criticism, because it only makes me better.
Think about a lost block, black stop
I want you to think about a lost neighborhood, where there are no more black people.
I'd rap and make a wack drop then slap you with my back drop
I will make bad music just to spite you, and then hit you with my best songs.
The boom-bang slap papper's fat fat
Our music is loud and powerful, and we are proud of it.
Step in my path and get that ass cr-crack cracked
If you cross us, we'll make sure you suffer the consequences.
Singing like a buddha bang, hang out with a true crew down with the coochie bang
We make music that makes people happy, and we hang with real friends who enjoy women.
Brothers come to do the same
Other people come to join us, but they can't match our energy.
But monkey see, monkey do, get your monkey ass played
Other people will try to copy us, but they will fail miserably.
Individuals get original cause a this a be critical
We want people to be themselves, because it's important to be unique.
And pickable and pitiful
Don't be someone who is easily influenced, or a person who is pitied.
I ain't with the big con heart
I don't like people who pretend to be someone they are not.
Ripping other rhymes apart, here to spark me some iron parts
I will criticize bad lyrics, and I am here to inspire others with my music.
I stick to a city with some rippple, hit a bitty from the middle
I will stay in a town where there are lots of beautiful women, and I will have fun with them.
Hang on kitties like a cripple nipple
I love black women, and I will hold them tight.
On and on and on, rock on
We will keep going and keep the music alive.
To the breaka breaka dawn it's on
We will keep playing until the sun comes up.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Abkco Music Inc., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: VINCENT E. BROWN, KEIR GIST, ANTHONY SHAWN CRISS, DONALD BYRD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@farrellcityking1
Treach is one of the greatest rappers ever. Dude’s ability to contort words is what gave birth to Eminem’s style.
@lexpistols2419
Facts all day
@richnaga9770
Faaaacts
@mr.o6240
M @ m = overrated white boy
@dropkickninja5379
New Jersey stand up. Treacherous is that guy.
@chowoods
Yep
@Holipsism
So many people sleep on Treach that it is CRIMINAL. This is one of my favorite beats ever.
@duncan3998
Yeah..CRIMINALLY UNDERRATED.
@C-Lyfe85
Treach wasn't from one or the five boro's that's why they don't give him his credit.
Had had that rough rug rug rugged style before wutang, mob deep, & onyx.
But because nbn had radio-friendly hits, people write them off.
@alexwayne2806
Fucken hands down...