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.
Let the Ho's Go
Naughty By Nature Lyrics
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Bass me face me task the tip of a tastey
Bitches are sweet as a pastry
You don't know me homey from a peach or a pony
I'm the Only now your lyrics look lonely
Lyrically fortified born I'm immortalised
Lightin shit up from Wranglers to raw hides
I'm my own body and it built for partyin
I rip hearts apart as if it's my last rap
???? abroad and I represent that ass dat
Shows seniority, lays the foundation
Bolos and donuts, oh I built the nation
Keep the faith tastin, keep the touch clutched
Keep your face way away from the rough stuff
If it ain't rough it ain't rugged
Either you are born with none or you're stacked or star-studded
>From the intro to end I will flow
And aslo, yo come let the ho's go
Chorus:
Ho, ho, ho, ho, ho, ho (Let the ho's go)
Ho, ho, ho, ho, ho, ho
Ho, ho, ho, ho, ho, ho
Ho, ho, ho, ho, ho
Verse 2: Treach
Meet my friend Mac 10, sittin backpacked and mackin
Thirsty for action, workin and smackin
The last of the allies, smoke em up shall I
Or should I? I'm sure to give it a good try
No need for a survival kit, there's none left to fix
They've all been blown into dust bits
Floatin in space, spinnin in infinity
Part of the start is the end of any identity
Lost in the source, no cause, so the boss gettin off
East, the West, the South, break North
You'll bite as my chew, as a guard duckin a graveyard
Actin is for actors so you rap but don't you play hard
I got the Mac to wax and I ain't tryin to fall back
I rap like I'm the tops, stay real cos I'm all that
It's my way on a highway, forget your friends
Cos I stick that ass like cowboys stickin a contact lens
Let the ho's go
Chorus
Verse 3: Treach
You say you're hittin hard, huh, I say you're hardly hittin
I grip ya quick like a pussy in a kitten mitten
I'm gettin grand and greater, sucker catch ya later
He gettin paid with the fade of a Space Invader
You lookin Moonstruck, fear, start to talkin tough
Then sayin "sorry" like I really give a motherfuck
You're little late, don't you think that was the wrong approach-a?
A sqwuab by the name of Treach is sure to up and smoke ya
At anytime, anywhere, for any wanted cause
I got a double-barrelled pump that's sayin "Give me yours"
Then I'ma dash in a flash, duck and go for cover
Cos I have one for this robbery and many others
Another gangster, no I'm like an angry ecker
Droppin you and gettin mad if you don't say "Thankyer"
The clip clockin killers, and plus my county crew
I gotta clutch, I'll clean your life, naw not after you
So don't try ta hide or apologise
Apologies and go meet a French eyes is wise
So if you know what I mean and have a hop block
And never ever seen a day when the money stops
You gotta put up your fists, just to let me know
Ain't I gotta pump it hard to let the ho's go
Let the ho's go
Chorus
Verse 4: Treach
Competition on canvas, never have I heard the tongue
Throw a watch at me without it being fuckin hung
Give it a new style, neck him up and keep him learning
Should've had projects in the days of Mississippi Burning
I let her see the white sheet hit the concrete
And see that head go off and down from a thousand feet
Cos the brother's around me don't even play all that
They see a sheet and a cross, they say "Oh, gimme that"
Hollow wind in Illtown and don't you be a ghost
Cos you get your broke or even worst smoked
Now this rhyme is regard' lyrically low cold
But it had to have the flow to let the ho's go
Let the ho's go
Chorus extended
The lyrics to Naughty By Nature's song Let the Ho's Go, rap about a variety of topics including asserting oneself, keeping the faith, and letting go of negative influences. In the first verse, Treach talks about his lyrical prowess and the confidence that he exudes in his rhymes. He also speaks about building up the foundation of something and how the rougher it is, the better it is. The chorus encourages listeners to let go of any toxic women in their lives.
In the second verse, Treach raps about his friend Mac 10 and how he is always ready for action no matter what the circumstances may be. He also mentions how there is no need for survival kits because everything has already been blown to bits, leaving only dust fragments behind. He talks about how he sticks to his own values and beliefs even when it means going against friends' wishes. Finally, he encourages listeners to let go of the negative people around them to avoid getting caught up in their drama.
In the third verse, Treach talks about being tough and not backing down from a fight. He also emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself and not apologizing for one's beliefs or actions. He warns those who try to hide that they will still be caught and punished, and ultimately encourages everyone to stand up and assert themselves. The song ends with another chorus encouraging listeners to let go of negativity.
Line by Line Meaning
Bass me face me task the tip of a tasty
Start the beat, face the challenge, and spit rhymes that are as sweet and delicious as a pastry
Bitches are sweet as a pastry
Women are as sweet and delicious as pastries
You don't know me homey from a peach or a pony
You don't know me, friend, from a fruit or a small horse
I'm the Only now your lyrics look lonely
I stand out as the best, now your rhymes look weak and lonely by comparison
Lyrically fortified born I'm immortalized
I was born with skills that make me unbeatable and will be remembered forever
Lighting shit up from Wranglers to raw hides
I'm killing it on stage, from country cowboy attire to rugged leather outfits
Packed with black positivity and wizardry
I'm full of positive black culture and masterful skill
I'm my own body and it built for partying
I'm confident in my own skin and I was made to party
I rip hearts apart as if it's my last rap
I deliver savage rhymes that will destroy my competition
??? abroad and I represent that ass dat
I'm making moves in other countries and representing my skills
Shows seniority, lays the foundation
I have experience and am building the groundwork for future generations
Bolos and donuts, oh I built the nation
I built the strong foundation of hip hop culture
Keep the faith tastin, keep the touch clutched
Keep your beliefs close and your skills sharp
Keep your face way away from the rough stuff
Stay out of trouble and don't get involved in dangerous situations
If it ain't rough it ain't rugged
If it's not tough and challenging, it's not worth doing
Either you are born with none or you're stacked or star-studded
Either you're born with talent or you have to work hard and make connections
From the intro to end I will flow
From the beginning to the end of my performance, I will continue to deliver excellent rhymes
And also, yo come let the ho's go
Also, let's get rid of the women who only want to use us for sex and focus on the music
Meet my friend Mac 10, sittin backpacked and mackin
Introducing my friend with a gun who's ready to work and hustle
Thirsty for action, workin and smackin
Ready for any situation, working hard and hustling
The last of the allies, smoke em up shall I
We're the last of the good guys, so should we get high and celebrate our success?
Or should I? I'm sure to give it a good try
Maybe I shouldn't get high, but I'll definitely give it a good effort
No need for a survival kit, there's none left to fix
There's no point in being prepared for survival, as everything is already ruined
They've all been blown into dust bits
Everything has been destroyed and blown away
Floatin in space, spinnin in infinity
Everything is lost and spinning out of control, like it's lost in space
Part of the start is the end of any identity
The beginning of something marks the end of something else, and nothing has an identity anymore
Lost in the source, no cause, so the boss gettin off
With no purpose or identity, the boss is just enjoying himself
East, the West, the South, break North
No matter which direction you go, you'll encounter danger and uncertainty, so head North
You'll bite as my chew, as a guard duckin a graveyard
You'll be in trouble when you get in my way, like a guard avoiding a haunted graveyard
Actin is for actors so you rap but don't you play hard
Being fake is for actors, so when you rap, make sure it's authentic
I got the Mac to wax and I ain't tryin to fall back
I have a gun and I'm not afraid to use it, so don't test me
I rap like I'm the tops, stay real cos I'm all that
I know I'm the best rapper and I stay true to myself
It's my way on a highway, forget your friends
I'm doing things my way and don't need anyone else's approval or support
Cos I stick that ass like cowboys stickin a contact lens
I'll kick your ass like a cowboy putting in a contact lens
You say you're hittin hard, huh, I say you're hardly hittin
You think you're a tough rapper, but you're not as good as you think
I grip ya quick like a pussy in a kitten mitten
I'll grab you quickly and easily, like a kitten in a mitten
I'm gettin grand and greater, sucker catch ya later
I keep improving and becoming greater, so you'll never catch up
He gettin paid with the fade of a Space Invader
He's earning money quickly, like a Space Invader that disappears in a flash
You lookin Moonstruck, fear, start to talkin tough
You look crazy and afraid, but try to act tough to compensate
Then sayin "sorry" like I really give a motherfuck
You apologize, but I don't care
You're a little late, don't you think that was the wrong approach-a?
You're too slow and your method was wrong
A sqwuab by the name of Treach is sure to up and smoke ya
Treach, the young boxer, is sure to beat you
At anytime, anywhere, for any wanted cause
I'm ready to fight and defend my honor at any time and for any reason
I got a double-barrelled pump that's sayin "Give me yours"
I have a shotgun that I'm willing to use to take what's yours
Then I'ma dash in a flash, duck and go for cover
I'll run away quickly and hide to avoid getting caught
Cos I have one for this robbery and many others
I have a plan for this robbery and others as well
Another gangster, no I'm like an angry ecker
I'm not just another gangster, I'm like an angry bull
Droppin you and gettin mad if you don't say "Thankyer"
I'll beat you up and get angry if you don't thank me afterwards
The clip clockin killers, and plus my county crew
The gun-toting killers and my crew from my hometown
I gotta clutch, I'll clean your life, naw not after you
I have to keep my gun with me to protect my own life, not yours
So don't try ta hide or apologise
Don't even try to hide or apologize
Apologies and go meet a French eyes is wise
It's wiser to apologize and meet with a French [lawyer] to avoid legal trouble
So if you know what I mean and have a hop block
If you understand my message and have a problem
And never ever seen a day when the money stops
And have never experienced a day when you're broke
You gotta put up your fists, just to let me know
You have to fight me just to let me know you won't back down
Ain't I gotta pump it hard to let the ho's go
Don't I have to be aggressive to let go of the women who only want to use us for sex
Competition on canvas, never have I heard the tongue
The competition is fierce and I've never heard anyone rap like me
Throw a watch at me without it being fuckin hung
Even if you throw a watch at me without it being attached, I'll still catch it
Give it a new style, neck him up and keep him learning
Invent a new rap style, make your opponent nervous, and continue to improve
Should've had projects in the days of Mississippi Burning
If you had lived during the Civil Rights Movement, you would have been involved in activism efforts like the Mississippi Burning incident
I let her see the white sheet hit the concrete
I let everyone witness the death of my competition
And see that head go off and down from a thousand feet
And watch their head spin and fall from a great height
Cos the brother's around me don't even play all that
My friends and I are serious and don't mess around
They see a sheet and a cross, they say "Oh, gimme that"
They see symbols of hatred and racism and want to claim them as trophies
Hollow wind in Illtown and don't you be a ghost
The wind is eerie and haunting in my hometown, so don't disappear or hide
Cos you get your broke or even worse smoked
If you're careless, you'll end up broke or even dead
Now this rhyme is regard' lyrically low cold
This rhyme is dark and ruthless
But it had to have the flow to let the ho's go
But it had to be fierce to let go of the women who only want to use us for sex
Contributed by Aiden H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ehh Embb
(Bass!)
Bass me, face me, taste the tip of a tasty
Beat just as sweet as a pastry
Ya don't know me, homie!
From a peach and a pony, I'm the only
Now your lyrics look lonely
Lyrically fortified, born, I'm immortalized
Lightin' shit up from Wranglers and rawhides
Packed with black positivity and wizardry
I'm my own body and I'm built for partyin'
I rip heart's apart as if it's my last rap
The Lord's a broad and I'm respected as that
Sole seniority, face the foundation
Bolo's and doners are what built the Nation
Keep the faith tastin', keep ya touch clutched
And keep your face way, away from the rough stuff
If it ain't rough, it ain't rugged!
Either you’re a bum with none or you’re stacked and star-studded
From the intro, to end, I will flow
And, also.. Yo, come! Let the ho's go!
[Hook]
Ho, ho, ho, ho, ho, ho (Let the ho's go!)
(HOO!) X8
Meet my friend, MAC-10!
Sittin' back packed and mackin'
Thirsting for action, workin' and smackin'
The last of the Allies. Smoke 'em up, shall I? Or should I?
-I'm sure to give it a good try!
No need for a survival kit, there’s none left to fix!
They’ve all been blown into dust bits
Floatin' in space, spinnin' in infinity
Part of the star-dust, the end of any identity
Lost in the sauce, no cost, I'm the boss
Gettin' off, East to West to South, break North!
You're about as much use, as a guard dog in a grave yard
Actin' is for actor's, so you rapper, don't you play hard
I got the knack to wax and I ain't tryin' to fall back
I rock like I'm the tops! Damn real, 'cause I'm all that!
It's my way or the highway, forget your friends
'Cause I'll stick that ass like eyeball's stick in a contact lens!
Let the ho's go!
[Hook]
You say you're hittin' hard? Huh!
I say you're hardly hittin'!
I'll grip ya quick like the pussy in a kitten mitten
I'm gettin' grand and greater! Sucker, catch ya later!
Keep gettin' paid with the fade of a Space Invader
You lookin' moonstruck, then ya start to talkin' tough
Then sayin’, “Sorry”, like I really give a mother fuck?
You're a little late, don't you think that was the wrong approach-a?
A squab by the name Treach is sure to up and smoke ya!
At anytime, anywhere, for any one that calls
I got a double-barrel pump that's sayin’, "Gimme yours!"
Then I'ma dash in a flash, duck and go for cover
'Cause I have warrants for this robbery and many others
Another gangster? No, I'm like an angry anchor
Droppin' you and gettin' mad if you don't say, "Thank ya"
They clip-clockin' killers, and plus my county crew
I got a contract for your life, now they're after you
So don't try to hide or apologize
Apologies ain’t for me, to franchise is wise
So if you know what I mean and have a hot block
And never ever seen a day when the money stops
You gotta put a fist up, just to let me know
And gotta pump it hard and let the ho's go!
Let the ho's go!
[Hook]
Competition on canvas, never have I heard a tongue
Throw a word to me without it bein’ fuckin' hung
Give it a noose-job, neck him up and keep him learnin'
Shit, I have projects in the days of Mississippi Burning
I'd love to see the white sheet hit the concrete
And see that head go up and down from a thousand feet
'Cause the brother's 'round my way don't even play all that
They see a sheet and a cross, they say, "Don't give me that!"
Halloween in Ill-Town, now don't you be a ghost!
'Cause you could get yoked, broke, or even worse, smoked!
Now this rhyme has been called, "Lyrically-Loco"
But it had to have the flow to let the ho's go!
Let the ho's go!
[Hook]
Break Freak
I remember when this came out. I always thought this was the hardest track on the album and seriously underrated. Heavy riddim and they're all spitting hard bars!
Docskilla
Always been my fave on that album too.. phenomenal!
Dustin Motley
Nah bro hardest trak was guard your grill
2 Success & Beyond
Yoke the joker was the illest one.
AUBURNTIGERSMANE MANE
This is the hardest
peter quinn
GGTOW 2020 And beyond. Yoke the Joker was hard for sure.
Kirby Augustine
People sleep on Treach as an mc but damn they really slept on KG’s production. Naughty had a signature sound unlike any others because of KG. Salute
N D
They never got the credit they deserved. Naughty By Nature kills it!
Roger GOD7 Hall
Dis is TRUTH
Micah Jared
As time goes on > we realize more and more just how hardcore they Fckn KILLED IT. I grew up in the 80s and NBN is in the top 3 eeeeezeeeee. Cheers to them