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Katari Cox and Malcolm Greenidge grew up together in New York. They knew each other through Cox's mother and Greenidge's father who were close friends. They and their families later moved to New Jersey where they became friends with Yafeu Fula. Cox's cousin and Fula's Godbrother, Tupac Amaru Shakur, used to look out for them and when he became famous he moved them out of the ghetto and bought them homes in Atlanta, Georgia.
In 1992, Cox, Greenridge and Fula formed a trio. Cox's alias was K-Dog, Greenridge's was Big Malcolm and Fula's was Young Hollywood. The trio went under several names including the Thoro Headz and the Young Thugs. Big Malcolm and K-Dog made their debut on "Flex" on Tupac's "Holler If Ya Hear Me" single which was released on February 4, 1993. In 1994, Young Hollywood's mother and Tupac's aunt, Yassmyn Fula, told Tupac about Mutah Wasin Shabazz Beale, a 16-year-old who witnessed his parents being murdered when he was three or four-years-old. The story made Tupac cry. He decided he wanted to met Beale. They met and soon Beale joined the group. He didn't go under an alias, just his first name, Mutah.
On November 30, Tupac was robbed and shot four times at Quad Recording Studios in New York. The next day he was arrested for sexual abuse. He was found guilty and on February 14, 1995, he was sent to prison to serve up to four and a half years. On April 5, his LP, Me Against The World, was released. The group now known as Dramacydal appeared on two songs, "Me Against The World" and "Outlaw." On June 27, Tupac's "So Many Tears" single was released. It featured "Hard To Imagine," a song by Big Malcolm, K-Dog and Mutah.
Dramacydal almost signed with Interscope Records, but on October 12, Death Row Records, Interscope Records and Time Warner paid a $1.4 million bail to have Tupac released. In return he had to sign a three album deal with Death Row Records. When he was released, he and Dramacydal flew to Death Row Records in Los Angeles, California and started working on his double LP, All Eyez On Me.
When Tupac was serving time he planned to form a new group. He asked Young Hollywood to start searching for members. Of course him, Big Malcolm, K-Dog and Mutah would be members of it, but more were needed. Young Hollywood told Tupac about his friend, Bruce Washington. He said that once when Big Malcolm and K-Dog visited him in Montclair, New Jersey they were robbed of their hats so he went to Washington and asked him to get their hats back. Washington confronted the thieves and they returned their hats. Young Hollywood asked if he could bring Washington with him, Tupac agreed.
Young Hollywood told Washington that he's helping Tupac to search for members for a group they were forming and asked him to be a part of it. Washington didn't believe him and it wasn't brought up again until Yaasmyn Fula mentioned it. At that point he realized that Young Hollywood had been serious. The next day, they visited Tupac. Before he had any chance to introduce himself Tupac asked Washington to drop a few verses. Soon he joined the group. Tupac's brother Mopreme Shakur and Tyruss "Big Syke" Himes of Thug Life joined the group as well.
Tupac gave each member of the group an alias taken from an enemy of America. Big Malcolm's alias was E.D.I. after Ugandian president Idi Amin, Big Syke's was Moozaliny after Italian president Benito Mussolini, K-Dog's was Kastro after Cuban president Fidel Castro, Mopreme's was Komani after Iranian Ayatollah Ruholla Khomeini, Mutah's was Napoleon after French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, Washington's was Hussein Fatal which was later changed to Fatal Hussein after Iraq president Saddam Hussein and Young Hollywood's was Kadafi after Lybian colonel Muammar Al-Qadaafi. Tupac named himself Makaveli The Don after Italian philosopher Niccolò Machiavelli.
Now all that was left was to come up with a name for the group. Tupac liked Lil' Homies, but Fatal who was almost as old as Tupac didn't want people to refer to him as a lil' homie, instead he suggested Outlaw Immortalz which Tupac agreed with.. On February 16, 1996, All Eyez On Me was released. The group guest appeared on "When We Ride" and they made solo guest appearances on "All About U," "Tradin' War Stories," "Thug Passion," "Picture Me Rollin'," "Check Out Time," "All Eyez On Me" and "Run Tha Streetz." After the release Komani and Moozaliny left the group for unknown reasons and female rapper Donna "Storm" Hunter joined the group who changed its name from the Outlaw Immortalz to the Outlawz. Outlawz stands for Operating Under Thug Laws As WarriorZ.
On June 14, Tupac's "How Do U Want It" single was released. It featured "Hit 'Em Up" featuring the Outlawz. It's the most notorious dis song in history. Bad Boy Entertainment, Chino XL, Junior M.A.F.I.A. and Mobb Deep is dissed on it. Tupac claimed he had sex with Bad Boy Entertainment recording artist The Notorious B.I.G.'s wife, Faith Evans. The video which was made for the song was the first Tupac video the Outlawz appeared in. Kadafi and Fatal had their friend, Rufus "Young Noble" Cooper, to join the Outlawz.
On September 7, 1996, Tupac was shot four times in a drive-by-shooting in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was taken to University Medical Center where he died a week later. E.D.I. and Kadafi were in the car behind the one Tupac was riding in. E.D.I. said he couldn't identify the murderer, but Kadafi said he might be able to. The police lead was never followed and Kadafi moved with the rest of the Outlawz back to New Jersey before the police could question him. On November 5, Tupac's LP, The Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory, was released. The Outlawz guest appeared on four songs, "Bomb First (My Second Reply)," "Hail Mary," "Life Of An Outlaw" and "Just Like Daddy." "Hail Mary" was the third single and video. Death Row Records didn't credit the Outlawz for being on it and they cut them out of the video.
On November 10, after visiting his girlfriend, Kadafi was shot and killed.. He was found by the police in a third floor hallway of an apartment building in Irvington, New Jersey. He was taken to University Hospital where he died on the afternoon. Who killed him remained unknown to the public until September, 2000, when Napoleon revealed in The Source that it was his cousin, Roddy, who killed him. Roddy claimed it was an accident, Napoleon believed him, but not everyone did; Fatal was one of them.
All of the Outlawz with the exception of Fatal moved back to Los Angeles, California. Although Tupac told them serveral times not to sign with Death Row, the Outlawz signed a contract with Death Row Records. Between 1997 and 1999, you didn't hear much from the Outlawz who were obviously wondering where to go from there. They appeared on other artists' albums, compilations and soundtracks. They guest appeared on "Still Ballin' (remix)," the first single and video of Yukmouth's double LP, Thugged Out: The Albulation. In late 1997, Fatal signed a solo contract with Relativity Records who released his debut single, "Everyday," on March 17, 1998 and his debut LP, In The Line Of Fire, on March 31. Former Kausion member Gonzoe joined the group, but left after three months due to beef with the rest of the members.
Death Row Records and Rap-A-Lot Records almost worked out a deal which would let the Outlawz sign with Rap-A-Lot. They even advertised their upcoming Rap-A-Lot album, Neva Surrenda, in The Source. But the Outlawz changed their minds at the last minute and never signed with Rap-A-Lot. Fatal however signed with them as a solo artist.
On December 21, 1999, their debut album, Still I Rise, was finally released. Tupac appeared on 14 out of 15 songs and Fatal was removed from the songs he originally was on due to beef with the rest of the group. The first single and video of the LP was "Baby Don't Cry (Keep Ya Head Up II)." The LP suffered sales because Death Row Records' CEO Marion "Suge" Knight ordered Interscope Records not to promote it because the Outlawz refused to sign with Suge Publishing. It still went double platinum.
On April 1, the Outlawz filed a $4.5 million lawsuit against Suge, Death Row Records, Interscope Records, Suge Knight Films and Suge Publishing claiming breach of contract, unfair business practices, intentional interference with prospective economic advantages, racketeering and others. They won the lawsuit. With Death Row Records behind them, they felt it was time for them to pursue a deal with another major label. But with each offer they got something would go wrong. So they came to the solution where there's nothing else to do, besides starting their own label.
In February, 2000, the Outlawz were on Live From L.A. and stated they were starting their own label, Outlaw Recordz. They signed Noble's step-daughter, Baby Girle, Dirty Bert, Napoleon's little brother, Hellraza, and Lil' D. Then they looked for distribution. Bay area rapper Spice 1 told his distributor, Bayside Entertainment Distribution, about this. They contacted the Outlawz and signed a distribution deal. On November 7, 2000, the Outlawz's second LP and Outlaw Recordz's first release, Ride Wit Us Or Collide Wit Us, was released. It debuted at the ninth position on the Billboard independent album charts and became the best selling independent rap album of 2000. The first and second single and video were "Black Rain" and "Thug With Me."
In 2001, Napoleon made his film debut in Thug Life which also starred The Lady Of Rage and Willie D. New Child from Harlem, New York joined the group. Tupac always wanted someone from New York to be a member of the Outlawz and Fatal felt New Child was exactly what Pac was looking for before his death. On October 23, Big Syke's label, RideOnUm Record Group, released Thug Law Chapter 1, a collaboration album between the Outlawz and Thug Life.
The Outlawz felt Bayside Entertainment Distribution was too small for them. They left and signed a distribution deal with KOCH Records instead. On November 6, their third LP, Novakane, was released. It debuted at the 100th position on the Billboard 200 and third on the Billboard independent album charts. The first single and video was "World Wide" featuring Tupac and T-Low. The LP also featured "Loyalty," a dis directed at Fatal. There had been beef between Fatal and the rest of the Outlawz for a long time, but it wasn't known for the public until we interviewed Fatal in 2001. Fatal said he was angry at them for not being there for Tupac when he was shot and for "forgiving" Roddy for Kadafi's killing, which Fatal may or may not believe was an accident but felt there was no reason to point a gun at Kadafi's head, period. As Fatal said, accident or not, the outcome is the same. Fatal also questioned their judgement because they signed with Death Row Records although Tupac told them not to.
The future looks bright for the Outlawz. Next year, Fatal's second album, Death Before Dishonor, and New Child's debut album, S.O.G. (Son Of A Gangster) are coming out. Outlaw Recordz is releasing Napoleon's solo debut album, Bonapartes, Noble's solo debut album, Noble Justice, E.D.I. and Kastro's collaboration album, Blood Brothers, and the fourth group album. Fortress Entertainment is releasing their homevideo, World Wide, and E.D.I. is writing a screen play. They've got Outlaw Films and O.G. (Outlaw Gear) coming soon. Let's just hope they can squash their beef, like Tupac said, "Let no man separate what we create!"
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The Dutch punkband formed in november 1981 and were first named Koi Boys. With Jeroen on bass, Maarten and David on guitars and Barend played the drums, vocals were done by Fokkie. The Outlawz split up in july 11983. Numbers by them may be found on the two albums "Als je Haar maar goed Zit".
Came From The Bottom
Outlawz Lyrics
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Started from the bottom with my niggas
Yeah
With my niggas
Came from the bottom with my niggas
Yeah
Cause I started from the bottom with my nikkas
We ain't really tryna stop till we great yeah
All my haters will never see me in the grave yeah
Cause I came from the bottom with my hittas
In the stu day & night making hits
We gotta get that paper we ain't tryna sleep yeah
You already know we headed to the peak yeah
Started from the bottom with my nikkas
Started from the bottom with my nikkas
Came from the bottom with my nikkas
Came from the bottom with my nikkas
All my haters never see me in the grave
I been moving about safe
I got God in my space
And I'm built like a whale
And I'm built like a whale
Ain't nobody fucking with my space
Its a lot when we coming from the block
All the hunger and dedication from the mud
Fuck an opp if a nigga tryna stop what you thought
Was your only plan to make it out
And I'm talking that escape route
Prison break
Financial freedom
To liberate
Elevate
Levitate over hardships
I'j told my niggas we go make it from the mud
Look at us now we done made the cut
Look at us now we done made the cut
Yeah
With my nikkas
Came from the bottom with my nikkas
Yeah
Cause i started from the bottom with my nikkas
All we ever had was a dream
We ain't really tryna stop till we great yeah
All my haters will never see me in the grave yeah
Cause I came from the bottom with my hittas
In the stu day & night making hits
We gotta get that paper we ain't tryna sleep yeah
You already know we headed to the peak yeah
Back it up
Back it up
Southside shit
We rap it up
rap it up
Hype Outlawz on the mic
Chew it up
Chew it up
Niggas ain't know how i move
Niggas ain't see come
Back it up
Back it up
I'm coming for more
Ke batla some more
The lyrics to Outlawz's song "Came From The Bottom" express a sense of loyalty and determination to succeed despite humble beginnings. The chorus repeats the line "Started from the bottom with my niggas," emphasizing the collective journey of the group. They acknowledge that all they ever had was a dream, and they have no intention of stopping until they achieve greatness. The lyrics also suggest that their haters will never see them fail or give up. The artists describe their relentless work ethic, spending long hours in the studio making hits. They are focused on obtaining financial success and refuse to prioritize sleep. The song celebrates their progress from the bottom to the peak, highlighting their resilience and the bond they share with their friends.
Line by Line Meaning
Started from the bottom with my niggas
I began my journey with my closest friends, with nothing to our names.
Yeah
Indeed, that's how it started.
With my niggas
Together, united as a team.
Came from the bottom with my niggas
We rose from the lowest point in our lives alongside one another.
Cause I started from the bottom with my nikkas
The reason behind our progress is rooted in our humble beginnings together.
All we ever had was a dream
All we possessed was a shared aspiration.
We ain't really tryna stop till we great yeah
We are determined to keep pushing forward until we achieve greatness.
All my haters will never see me in the grave yeah
Those who oppose us will never witness our downfall or demise.
In the stu day & night making hits
Spending countless hours in the studio creating successful songs.
We gotta get that paper we ain't tryna sleep yeah
We have to secure financial stability and are unwilling to rest until we achieve it.
You already know we headed to the peak yeah
It's no secret that our trajectory is aiming for the highest point of success.
All my haters never see me in the grave
Those who despise me will never witness my defeat or demise.
I been moving about safe
I have been cautious and vigilant in my actions.
I got God in my space
I have created a spiritual connection in my life.
And I'm built like a whale
I possess immense strength and resilience.
Ain't nobody fucking with my space
No one is capable of invading my personal boundaries or disturbing my peace.
Its a lot when we coming from the block
It is quite challenging when we come from a disadvantaged neighborhood.
All the hunger and dedication from the mud
Our intense hunger and unwavering commitment have been developed through struggle and hardship.
Fuck an opp if a nigga tryna stop what you thought
We show no concern for anyone who tries to impede the progress we had envisioned.
Was your only plan to make it out
Our sole intention was to escape our circumstances and achieve a better life.
And I'm talking that escape route
I am referring to the path we took to liberate ourselves.
Prison break
Escaping the metaphorical prison of our past circumstances.
Financial freedom
Attaining economic independence and security.
To liberate
To free ourselves from the chains of poverty and limited opportunities.
Elevate
To raise our status and reach higher levels of success.
Levitate over hardships
To effortlessly transcend the difficulties we encountered.
I'j told my niggas we go make it from the mud
I continuously assured my friends that we will achieve success despite our challenging upbringing.
Look at us now we done made the cut
Just observe our current situation, we have surpassed the standard of success.
Back it up
Retreat or move back from a situation.
Southside shit
Representing the Southside region.
We rap it up
We excel in the rap industry.
Hype Outlawz on the mic
The energetic Outlawz delivering powerful performances on the microphone.
Chew it up
Fully embrace the opportunity and excel at it.
Niggas ain't know how i move
People underestimate my ability to navigate through life's challenges.
Niggas ain't see come
They didn't anticipate my accomplishments.
I'm coming for more
I am aiming to achieve greater success or acquire additional resources.
Ke batla some more
I desire more in life and wish to attain it.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Kabelo Mosimanewakgosi
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
TheUniversaljay
if tha outlawz keep doin shit like this...they will be bak on top in no time...THIS IS HOW U KEEP PAC ALIVE MY GENIUSES...dont say his name because his AURA is alwayz gonna be in ur music...and EDI GETTIN HIS LYRICAL BAK....O4L
Westcoastguard1
Outlawz 4ever !!!!
proboss100
yeah boy outlawz whit some oldscool shit it sound sick
Just E
O4L