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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".
Don't Get It Fucked Up
Outlawz Lyrics
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Time after time niggaz thinkin' we gon' fold
We ain't yo average niggaz
I don' told you once before
All my real niggaz know
We been at it for years
Persevering and still here
Through static and tears
And yeah..
We some ridahs -- No
It ain't no stoppin' us
They couldn't stop us
So... they tried copying
But out of living color in the flesh
Guess who's back
Nigga act like you know what's good for ya
[YOUNG NOBLE]
These industry niggaz man they more like bitches
These fuckin' rappers man they more like snitches
Been in the cut and we been focusing, listening
And everybody got a story to tell
But why they twistin' them?
So keep ya head right (head right)
You want the raw on the Lawz
You gotta log-on the muthafuckin' website
(what's that?)
And that's OutlawRecordz.Net
Show some respect
Cause real niggaz go for the net
[Chorus]
Don't get it fucked up, fucked up
Nigga don't get it, get it
Fucked up, Fucked up
Nigga don't get it, get it
Fucked up, fucked up
Nigga don't get it, get it
Fucked up
Bitches don't get it, get it
Fucked Up
Snitches don't get it, get it
Fucked up
Don't get it fucked up, fucked up
Nigga don't get it, get it
Fucked up, Fucked up
Nigga don't get it, get it
Fucked up, fucked up
Nigga don't get it, get it
Fucked up
Bitches don't get it, get it
Fucked Up
Snitches don't get it, get it
Fucked up
[YOUNG NOBLE]
Who wanna ride?
Who wanna drive?
Who wanna die?
Who wanna roll up
Load up and dump at the same time
We all different but the same kind
All my niggaz on a mission that's the same as mine
Blame the times
We all spent days in line
Now we all at the front of the bus
Blames the rhymes, I
Aim the Nine, I
Came to shine, I
Thank the Lord and my heavenly father
[E.D.I]
We got to get it right back
To where we started from
This for my niggaz strugglin'
Comin' out of the slum
If you ain't ridin' on twinkies
You could still ride with me
If you ain't blingin' like I'm blingin'
You could still ride with me
Cause it ain't what you got
It's what ya know
Outlaw muthafucka, untouchable
Give 'em the truth
Or get out the booth
That's my new shit
Cause rapper's now-a-days
Y'all been makin' us all look stupid
[Chorus]
[KASTRO]
Shit, I been doin' what I wanted for some time now
Shit, I wanted as a kid
All mine now (it's all mine now)
I ain't lucked up (noooo)
Don't get it fucked up (noooo)
Look what years of stugglin' did
Wanted for something
The kid real, like one in a Mil'
Cash of kings
Without a deal or a chain that bling
I'm a Outlaw (outlaw)
But I don't rob
And when times got hard
I ain't get no job
Shit I got it how I live
Spit it like it is
And did it all for the kid (yes sir)
I'm a ridah homeboy
I ride on chrome boy
And I refuse to die right besides my chrome boy
[Chorus]
The Outlawz’s song Don’t Get It Fucked Up is about their persistence and perseverance despite the odds that they have had to face in their careers, be it in the industry or in life. They pride themselves as being different from other rappers who often resort to dishonest and unscrupulous means to get ahead in the game. The first verse talks about how they have been at it for years, surviving through difficult times with grit and determination, and emerging stronger every time. The chorus serves as a warning to anyone who might try to underestimate or disrespect them, especially those who are in the industry, thus reminding that Outlawz is untouchable, and nothing can stop them.
The second verse is about how they focus on the real issues, and they don’t shy away from speaking their minds and demanding respect from others. They urge others to keep their heads straight and follow them if they want the real deal. It emphasized the Outlawz being the real niggas, and how real niggas go for the net. The third verse is about their resilience and how they will stop at nothing to achieve their goals. It talks about the struggles they had endured to get no to where they are, emphasizing that it's not about what you drive or what you got but it's about what you know.
Line by Line Meaning
Time after time niggaz thinkin' we gon' fold
People often believe that we will give up, but we are not like everyone else
We ain't yo average niggaz
We are not your typical individuals
I don' told you once before
I've explained this to you already
All my real niggaz know
My true friends understand
We been at it for years
We have been working at this for a long time
Persevering and still here
We have continued despite obstacles and are still present
Through static and tears
Despite difficulties and setbacks
And yeah.. We some ridahs
Yes, we are riders
No It ain't no stoppin' us
Nothing can prevent us
They couldn't stop us
Attempts to prevent us have failed
So... they tried copying
They attempted to replicate our work
But out of living color in the flesh
We are unlike any other group and are here in reality
Guess who's back
We have returned
Nigga act like you know what's good for ya
You should behave as though you understand how things really are
These industry niggaz man they more like bitches
Many people working in the music industry are weak and lack integrity
These fuckin' rappers man they more like snitches
Many rappers participate in gossip and dishonesty
Been in the cut and we been focusing, listening
We have remained behind the scenes, paying attention and working hard
And everybody got a story to tell
Everyone has something to say
But why they twistin' them?
Why do people alter or twist their stories?
So keep ya head right (head right)
Maintain your focus
You want the raw on the Lawz
If you seek truth about Outlawz
You gotta log-on the muthafuckin' website (what's that?)
Visit our website for information
And that's OutlawRecordz.Net
Our website is OutlawRecordz.Net
Show some respect
Behave with reverence
Cause real niggaz go for the net
Authentic individuals use the internet to find truth
Who wanna ride?
Who wants to join us?
Who wanna drive?
Who is the leader?
Who wanna die?
Who is willing to risk their life?
Who wanna roll up
Who is ready to get started?
Load up and dump at the same time
Be prepared for simultaneous action
We all different but the same kind
We may appear different but have similar goals
All my niggaz on a mission that's the same as mine
All my friends have a common purpose like mine
Blame the times
The current era is responsible
We all spent days in line
We have all been waiting for our chance
Now we all at the front of the bus
We have finally arrived at our destination
Blames the rhymes, I
The verses are at fault
Aim the Nine, I
I will use a gun
Came to shine, I
I am here to be successful
Thank the Lord and my heavenly father
Give thanks to God
We got to get it right back
We must return to where we started
To where we started from
To our beginning
This for my niggaz strugglin'
This is for my friends who are struggling
Comin' out of the slum
Who are emerging from poverty
If you ain't ridin' on twinkies
If you can't afford fancy wheels
You could still ride with me
You can still join us
If you ain't blingin' like I'm blingin'
If you can't afford expensive jewelry
Cause it ain't what you got
It's not about material possessions
It's what ya know
It's about knowledge and understanding
Outlaw muthafucka, untouchable
We are Outlaws, untouchable
Give 'em the truth
Tell the truth
Or get out the booth
Leave the recording studio
That's my new shit
My latest approach
Cause rapper's now-a-days
Because current rappers
Y'all been makin' us all look stupid
Make us all look unintelligent
Shit, I been doin' what I wanted for some time now
I have been doing what I want for a while
Shit, I wanted as a kid
It's what I wanted as a child
All mine now (it's all mine now)
Now I have it all
I ain't lucked up (noooo)
I didn't just get lucky
Don't get it fucked up (noooo)
Don't misunderstand
Look what years of stugglin' did
See what years of struggle accomplished
Wanted for something
I desired something
The kid real, like one in a Mil'
I am genuine, one of a kind
Cash of kings
Riches fit for royalty
Without a deal or a chain that bling
Without a record deal or expensive jewelry
I'm a Outlaw (outlaw)
I am an Outlaw
But I don't rob
But I don't commit crimes
And when times got hard
When times were tough
I ain't get no job
I didn't seek traditional employment
Shit I got it how I live
I make a living doing what I love
Spit it like it is
Speak the truth
And did it all for the kid (yes sir)
I did everything for myself
I'm a ridah homeboy
I am a rider, friend
I ride on chrome boy
I ride a motorcycle with chrome parts
And I refuse to die right beside my chrome boy
I will not die on or near my motorcycle
Contributed by Isabelle D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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on Leave the Past Behind
BEST SONG EVER, TOO BAD I'M LISTENING TO IT LATE