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Pearl Jam & Cypress Hill Lyrics
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Runnin' through the hoods with a hand on the nine
Why do the pigs come?
Bring your ass on cross the line so I can get the blast on
Oh shit, I'm empty, but I got a shank on the side so don't even tempt me
Runnin' the program, Cypress Hill on the real
With the Pearl Jam and I'm packin' the steel
Don't come my way, 'cause it only takes one minute to reach for the AK
Nowhere to run when my dog's on the prow
Prowlin', howlin', give it up punk, you might want to throw the towel in
I like doin' the ill thing, 'cause ain't nothin' like the real thing
It ain't nothin' like the real thing
It ain't nothin' like the real
Ain't nothin' but the real thing
Ain't nothin' but the Hill
Ain't nothin' but the real thing
Ain't nothin' but the real
Ain't nothin' but the real thing
Ain't nothin' but the Hill
Keep me a tazer up in the blazer
And the black nine by the waistline
Never know when someone'll test ya'
Let you know I got mine by my body, yes why'all
I'm the victim that became the attacker
Have my little friend waitin' for the carjacker
That'll do anything for the looper
When I leave the Hill I strack when I swoop
Clack, clack, bang, bang, 'cause it ain't no thang
When I hang with Stone and I kick that funky slang
I got the funk when I got ta' do the ill thing
'Cause ain't nothin' like the real thing
Ain't nothin' like the real thing } (2x)
Ain't nothin but the real }
Ain't nothin' like the real thing } (2x)
Ain't nothin' but the Hill }
The lyrics to "Real Thing" by Pearl Jam and Cypress Hill take on a gritty and intense tone as they rap about being armed and on the lookout for trouble. The verses describe running through neighborhoods with a firearm in hand and a shank at the ready. They talk about the constant threat of police intervention, but also suggest that they are ready to defend themselves against anyone who crosses them. There is a feeling of defiance and aggression woven into the lyrics, and a sense that they are unafraid to take action if necessary.
The chorus of the song revives the refrain "Ain't nothin' like the real thing," which emphasizes the idea that when it comes to facing danger or defending oneself, nothing can replace being armed and ready to act. The repetition of this phrase serves to amplify the tone of the song and reinforce the message that the artists are trying to convey.
Line by Line Meaning
It's time, I came to get mine
I am ready to take what's rightfully mine
Runnin' through the hoods with a hand on the nine
I am moving quickly through the neighborhoods with a gun in hand
Why do the pigs come?
Why are the police coming here?
Bring your ass on cross the line so I can get the blast on
Come across this line so I can shoot you
Oh shit, I'm empty, but I got a shank on the side so don't even tempt me
I have run out of ammunition, but I still have a knife and will use it if provoked
Runnin' the program, Cypress Hill on the real
I am in control, and I represent the real and authentic Cypress Hill
With the Pearl Jam and I'm packin' the steel
I am collaborating with Pearl Jam, and carrying a gun
Don't come my way, 'cause it only takes one minute to reach for the AK
Stay away from me, because I can quickly grab my assault rifle
Then pow!, whatcha' gonna do now
If I shoot you, what will you do?
Nowhere to run when my dog's on the prow
You can't escape when my associates are searching for you
Prowlin', howlin', give it up punk, you might want to throw the towel in
My associates are aggressively searching for you, you might want to surrender
I like doin' the ill thing, 'cause ain't nothin' like the real thing
I enjoy engaging in unlawful activities because it feels authentic and real
Keep me a tazer up in the blazer
I have a taser in my jacket
And the black nine by the waistline
I have a black gun tucked in my waistband
Never know when someone'll test ya'
I am always prepared for someone to challenge me
Let you know I got mine by my body, yes why'all
I am letting you know that I am carrying a weapon on my person
I'm the victim that became the attacker
I was once victimized, but now I am the one instigating violence
Have my little friend waitin' for the carjacker
I have a gun ready in case someone tries to steal my car
That'll do anything for the looper
Someone who is desperate for money may be willing to commit a crime
When I leave the Hill I strack when I swoop
When I leave this place I walk with confidence and authority
Clack, clack, bang, bang, 'cause it ain't no thang
I am casual about firing my gun
When I hang with Stone and I kick that funky slang
When I am with Stone Gossard from Pearl Jam, I use cool slang
I got the funk when I got ta' do the ill thing
I feel good when I am doing something illegal
Ain't nothin' like the real thing
There is nothing like committing a crime, it is the most authentic feeling
It ain't nothin' like the real thing
Committing crimes is the only way to experience true authenticity
Ain't nothin' but the real thing
There is nothing else like true authenticity
Ain't nothin' but the Hill
Cypress Hill represents true authenticity
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAVID ABBRUZZESE, JEFF AMENT, STONE GOSSARD, SENAN REYES, LOUIS FREESE, LAWRENCE MUGGARD
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@jimmyplenderleith9471
This album was 5-6 years before its time. Before rap-rock became a thing......I remember getting this as a 15 year old and being blown away by how solid every track on it was
@sebaFear
Me tooo .. was 15 .. or something
@princesssolace4337
Rap - Rock was Aerosmith + Run DMC
Rap - Core was Anthrax + Public Enemy
Ice T Body Count is standing on its own.
So does RATM and FNM.
.. as for the rest of post 2000 ..it gave birth to what the rest of the world knew
@MikeMike-wr7zi
Yup, got this CD from the old BMG mail order shit. Me and my twin brother came home from school and opened the old school cardboard pack of CDs and jammed this nonstop.
@mr.hostetter855
This album was rap-rock becoming a thing. This is the birth of that...
@dexterhuntington2495
@@mr.hostetter855Run-dmc disagree.
King of rock!
@Pokerface-tr1ds
This Soundtrack is a rare diamond which has to be kept until the end of our days.... Rock / Hard Rock / Metal + Hip Hop = BOOOOOOM!!!! These 2 get along just fine :)
@dragoncoin171
was and still is absolutely bad ass
@jamesrabbitt
Oddly, this song sounds better today than it did 29 years ago.
@heinrichdude
Such a awesome soundtrack ... holds up well 15 years later