Mask Down
Outlawz Lyrics


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What
Young Noble nigga
Get it right

Verse 1: Young Noble

For the world
My girl
My kid
My dog
And I know you mad at Pac for creating the Outlawz
For the block
Cops and the pigeons who watch
For the dope
The blow
The crime
The dro
For the rhymes
The dimes
The crimes
And the time
For the message
The lesson
The stressing and the blessing
For the hurt
The work
The smurfs in the dirt
For the schools
The tools
The rules
The fools
For the dead
The fed
The party's over here
For the wild
The style
It started in the Claire
For the street
The beat
The niggas with the heat
For the Lawz
The dogs
We do this shit for y'all
For the jails
The cells
The waiting on your mail
For the pain
The rain
The mutha fuckin game
For the heart
The narcs
The niggas in the park
And you have to have your heat
Because it's crazy after dark nigga

Chorus: 2x

Young Noble:

For the dough
The creme
The hoes
The fiends
And I'm riding till my life is through
And mashing for my dreams
Click clack up
I'm mashing for my team
Bitch back up

Ya Yo:

We outta mask up
And hit they ass up

Verse 2: Ya Yo

For the life
The stripes
The knife and the price
For the Ya the Yo
The days with the blow
For the drops
The coupes
The shots off the roof
For the niggas
The bitches
The trigger finger itching
For the hoods
The 'burbs
The homies with the herb
For the safe combination
And keys to your place
For the cars
The jewels
The furs
The ???
For the bitches who be copying Ya
Watching all my moves
For the rise and fall
Of mine and yours
Yeah you're from the cradle
I was born an Outlaw

Verse 3: Edi

Getting paid
Getting laid
All day
Everyday
Niggas hate
Don't matter
We gonna come up anyway
Edi Ahmeen
Outlaw
Bring your team down raw
Peep this scheme
Now all calling them fake nigga holocaust
And of course we enforce everything that we spitting here
Yo you smell something funky hear
That's because we just shitted here
In this year
Niggas get it clear
See there shares disappear
We coming from the rear
Got you running in fear

Verse 4: H-Rider

When the job needs to be done
I'm there for the cause
Riding and dying for the cause
They'll never come
Dick riders
And the dick provide you with guns
That spit hand first
Come quick
Bang in silence
Since I hit for the kid
I'm a ??? rider
Somehow I got bullets that'll find you
And if you don't like me
And cross me
There's gonna be problems
I harm 'em in the arm and leg
Right here is where you lay

Young Noble:

Outlaw

Chorus: 2x

Verse 5: Napoleon

It's the life
Full of cash
Full of gats
Full of hoes
Got bullet hoes for foes
Trying to stay up on my toes
In the middle of the ghetto
Ain't got nowhere to turn
Just plenty of money to earn
And plenty of money to burn
When feds hit the block
Go ahead with your shots
Lead for the cops
Head full of dots
Cremated on the spot
It's a cycle for the long pay
Might just go the wrong way
Grinding in a strong way
Get along
No way
Drama at the law
Riding for the cause
Coming at your door
Your nigga dead and he don't know what he died for
What about that nigga that struggling
Ain't sleeping right
What about them kids on the street
Ain't eating right
Outlaw
Treat 'em like we do it so OG like
Living life
Taking flights
Niggas might just die tonight
Murder cases in a bloody way




Something gotta get a day
You outta your mind if you say ain't heard of me

Overall Meaning

The song "Mask Down" by Outlawz is an intense hip hop track that focuses on the struggles and sacrifices one has to make to succeed in life. The song is split into 5 verses with 4 different verse writers. In verse 1, Young Noble expresses his appreciation for all that he has in life and pays respect to Tupac who had founded the Outlawz. The verse mentions several things that impact the society including drugs, crime, and education systems. The chorus repeats the phrase "For the dough, the creme, the hoes, the fiends, and I'm ridin' till my life is through"


Ya Yo takes over verse 2 and delves into the lifestyle that he is living while avoiding getting caught by the authorities. In verse 3, Edi raps about the group's prowess over other music artists with their lyrics and style. H-Rider then raps in verse 4 about his commitment to the Outlawz and how he willingly puts himself in dangerous situations for the group. Finally, Napoleon takes over verse 5 and highlights the struggles of people in the ghetto and the hardships they face every day.


Overall, the song urges the audience to face their own struggles and do what it takes to come out on top. It tells the story of the Outlawz as people who work hard and overcome their hardships, which is relatable to many people.


Line by Line Meaning

For the world
This song is dedicated to everything and everyone in the world.


My girl
For my girlfriend, who holds a special place in my heart.


My kid
For my child, who brings joy and meaning to my life.


My dog
For my loyal companion, who always has my back.


And I know you mad at Pac for creating the Outlawz
Some people may be angry at Tupac for forming the Outlawz, but we are proud of our origins.


For the block
This song represents the struggles and triumphs of the neighborhood.


Cops and the pigeons who watch
This is for the police and the informants who keep an eye on the streets.


For the dope
We rap about the drug culture and its effects.


The blow
We also address the violence that comes with drugs.


The crime
This is for the criminal activities that take place in our community.


The dro
We reference marijuana, a popular drug.


For the rhymes
We express ourselves through our lyrics and wordplay.


The dimes
We attract beautiful women with our success.


The crimes
Our music reflects the realities of street life and criminal behavior.


And the time
We acknowledge the passing of time and its impact on our lives.


For the message
Our songs carry important messages about our experiences and perspectives.


The lesson
We hope to educate listeners through our music.


The stressing and the blessing
Life is filled with both challenges and moments of gratitude.


For the hurt
We speak about the pain and struggles we face.


The work
We emphasize the importance of hard work and dedication.


The smurfs in the dirt
We acknowledge the presence of drug dealers and users in our community.


For the schools
We highlight the educational system and its impact on youth.


The tools
We recognize the importance of knowledge and skills.


The rules
We comment on the regulations and restrictions imposed on us.


The fools
We address those who act foolishly or foolish situations.


For the dead
We pay tribute to those who have passed away.


The fed
We mention law enforcement agencies or informants.


The party's over here
We know how to have a good time and keep the energy alive.


For the wild
We celebrate the untamed and unpredictable aspects of life.


The style
We take pride in our unique personas and fashion sense.


It started in the Claire
We originated in the Claire neighborhood.


For the street
Our music represents the street culture and lifestyle.


The beat
We appreciate the music and rhythm that drives us.


The niggas with the heat
We acknowledge those who carry firearms for protection.


For the Lawz
We dedicate this song to the Outlawz, our group.


The dogs
We refer to ourselves as loyal and fierce like dogs.


We do this shit for y'all
Our music is made for our fans and supporters.


For the jails
We address the prison system and its impact on individuals.


The cells
We acknowledge the confined spaces where inmates reside.


The waiting on your mail
We understand the anticipation of receiving letters while incarcerated.


For the pain
We express the emotional and physical suffering we encounter.


The rain
We reference the difficulties we face in life.


The mutha fuckin game
We speak about the harsh realities of the street lifestyle.


For the heart
We address matters of the heart and emotions.


The narcs
We recognize the presence of undercover police officers.


The niggas in the park
We acknowledge the individuals who gather and socialize in public spaces.


And you have to have your heat
It is necessary to carry a firearm for self-defense.


Because it's crazy after dark nigga
The streets become dangerous and unpredictable at night.


For the dough
We rap about money and financial success.


The creme
We mention the luxurious aspects of life.


The hoes
We refer to promiscuous women.


The fiends
We address drug addicts and their struggles.


And I'm riding till my life is through
I will continue pursuing my dreams and goals until the end.


And mashing for my dreams
I am determined and relentless in chasing my aspirations.


Click clack up
The sound of guns being cocked and prepared for action.


I'm mashing for my team
I am putting in the work and effort for the benefit of my group.


Bitch back up
I demand respect and personal space from others.


We outta mask up
We need to put on masks as a way of protecting ourselves.


And hit they ass up
We will aggressively confront and attack our enemies.


For the life
We address the struggles and experiences of life.


The stripes
We acknowledge the achievements and accomplishments we have earned.


The knife and the price
We mention the dangers and sacrifices associated with our lifestyle.


For the Ya the Yo
We represent ourselves as Ya Yo, our unique personas.


The days with the blow
We reference the days when drugs were prevalent in our lives.


For the drops
We mention luxury cars and their significance in our lives.


The coupes
We refer to stylish and expensive cars.


The shots off the roof
We may engage in shooting firearms from high positions.


For the niggas
We acknowledge our male associates and friends.


The bitches
We refer to women who are part of our lives.


The trigger finger itching
We are always ready for action, with our fingers eager to pull the trigger.


For the hoods
We represent and speak for our neighborhoods.


The 'burbs
We address both the inner-city neighborhoods and the suburban areas.


The homies with the herb
We acknowledge our friends and associates who use or sell marijuana.


For the safe combination
We may discuss secret codes or plans for illegal activities.


And keys to your place
We may have access to your home or personal belongings.


For the cars
We appreciate luxurious automobiles and the status they bring.


The jewels
We mention expensive and flashy jewelry.


The furs
We refer to expensive fur coats or accessories.


The ???
The meaning of this line is unclear or missing information.


For the bitches who be copying Ya
We call out women who imitate or mimic our style or moves.


Watching all my moves
We are aware of others observing and monitoring our actions.


For the rise and fall
We acknowledge the ups and downs that come with success.


Of mine and yours
We recognize the shared experiences and struggles between us and our audience.


Yeah you're from the cradle
We were born and raised in the streets, with no easy upbringing.


I was born an Outlaw
We have embraced the Outlawz lifestyle since birth.


Getting paid
We are focused on earning money through our endeavors.


Getting laid
We enjoy sexual encounters and casual relationships.


All day
We indulge in these activities constantly.


Everyday
Our lifestyle is a constant flow of work and pleasure.


Niggas hate
There are people who have animosity and envy towards us.


Don't matter
Their opinions or feelings do not affect us.


We gonna come up anyway
We will continue to rise and succeed despite the haters.


Edi Ahmeen
This is the name of the rapper, Edi.


Outlaw
We represent the Outlawz and our defiance of societal norms.


Bring your team down raw
We challenge our rivals to face us head-on, without any pretense or restraint.


Peep this scheme
We are about to reveal our plan or strategy.


Now all calling them fake nigga holocaust
We expose individuals who pretend to be something they are not by comparing it to a mass destruction event.


And of course we enforce everything that we spitting here
We stand behind every word and meaning that we convey in our lyrics.


Yo you smell something funky hear
We imply that there is a hidden or suspicious aspect to our music or actions.


That's because we just shitted here
We have made a significant impact or statement with our presence.


In this year
We are making waves and leaving our mark in the current time period.


Niggas get it clear
We want everyone to understand and comprehend our message.


See there shares disappear
We are aware of others being envious or losing out to us.


We coming from the rear
We are rising up and making our presence known.


Got you running in fear
We instill fear in our adversaries, causing them to flee or become intimidated.


When the job needs to be done
We are always ready and willing to take action when necessary.


I'm there for the cause
We are committed and dedicated to our mission or purpose.


Riding and dying for the cause
We are willing to fight and even die for what we believe in.


They'll never come
Our enemies will never be successful in opposing us.


Dick riders
We address those who blindly follow or support others.


And the dick provide you with guns
These individuals rely on others for resources or protection.


That spit hand first
Referring to guns that fire projectiles when triggered.


Come quick
They will act swiftly or respond immediately in certain situations.


Bang in silence
They possess firearms that make a loud noise when fired.


Since I hit for the kid
Since I became successful or made a lot of money.


I'm a ??? rider
The meaning of this line is unclear or missing information.


Somehow I got bullets that'll find you
I have access to bullets that can locate and harm you.


And if you don't like me
If you have a problem with me or dislike me,


And cross me
And provoke me or go against me,


There's gonna be problems
There will be consequences or conflicts.


I harm 'em in the arm and leg
I will cause physical harm to my enemies, targeting their limbs.


Right here is where you lay
I will defeat or eliminate you in this very spot.


It's the life
This song represents the lifestyle we lead.


Full of cash
We are surrounded by wealth and financial success.


Full of gats
We have many firearms in our possession.


Full of hoes
We have many promiscuous women in our lives.


Got bullet hoes for foes
We are prepared to engage in violence when faced with enemies.


Trying to stay up on my toes
We are constantly vigilant and aware of our surroundings.


In the middle of the ghetto
We are situated in a rough and disadvantaged neighborhood.


Ain't got nowhere to turn
We feel trapped and have limited options for escape or improvement.


Just plenty of money to earn
Our focus is on making money and increasing our wealth.


And plenty of money to burn
We have excess funds to spend or waste.


When feds hit the block
When law enforcement raids or investigates our neighborhood,


Go ahead with your shots
We will not back down or be afraid of their actions.


Lead for the cops
We show hostility or engage in criminal activity towards the police.


Head full of dots
We have tattoos on our heads or minds filled with thoughts and plans.


Cremated on the spot
We are metaphorically incinerated or destroyed with no chance for escape.


It's a cycle for the long pay
Our lifestyle is a continuous and enduring struggle for financial gain.


Might just go the wrong way
We may stray from the right path or make poor choices.


Grinding in a strong way
We work hard and steadily in pursuit of our goals.


Get along
We are trying to find common ground or agreement.


No way
But it is impossible or unlikely in this situation.


Drama at the law
There is conflict or tension involving law enforcement.


Riding for the cause
We are committed to supporting and defending our mission or purpose.


Coming at your door
We are metaphorically or literally approaching and confronting our enemies.


Your nigga dead and he don't know what he died for
Your friend or associate has died without understanding the cause or reason behind it.


What about that nigga that struggling
We acknowledge individuals who are facing difficulties or challenges.


Ain't sleeping right
They are unable to rest or find peace due to their circumstances.


What about them kids on the street
We also recognize the young people who are living in poverty or dangerous situations.


Ain't eating right
They lack proper nutrition and sustenance.


Outlaw
We are proud to be Outlawz and represent our lifestyle.


Treat 'em like we do it so OG like
We handle situations with the wisdom and experience of seasoned veterans.


Living life
We are embracing and enjoying the experiences life has to offer.


Taking flights
We are constantly on the move, traveling and exploring new opportunities.


Niggas might just die tonight
There is a possibility of violent encounters and fatal outcomes for us or our rivals.


Murder cases in a bloody way
We are involved in criminal activities that may result in violence and death.


Something gotta get a day
The truth or consequences of our actions will come to light eventually.


You outta your mind if you say ain't heard of me
Anyone who claims not to know who we are must be delusional or lying.




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