Games
Peculiar People Lyrics


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Awww yeah, party people you lookin' good out there
Now we got flavor on top of flavor. I'm talkin' about we got the
Old school flavor & the New school flavor Somethin' new from the
LB Fam I'm the local & I want you you & you to get ready & party.
Cheeks drop it on 'em...

Yo the situations I'm in it seem my life's out of order
escape place my tape in the recorder
I sit back spark & listen' start my reminiscin'
realize that there's mad Fam' missin'
I'm holdin' back the tears
no doubt we lost many peers
Mom Dukes held it down many years
Now many chumps came & left
when my Pop Dukes split
no doubt I had it bad as a kid
but held it down no to the school
meetin' slugger now everything's cool
155 niggas kept it live no doubt
Mr. Tel is comin' down to roll out
We S'in (Smokin') out all the time in the yard all nine
talkin' 'bout that car's mine
Young niggas growin' up in the city
enjoyed the streets 'cause at home things was shitty
My mom's boyfriend tryin' to break her down & hurt her
not yet drinkin' but still thinkin' murder
Pro Players & weeds under Christmas trees
Gramma said there'll be days like these
Now when my Granpops passed away
what can I say?
A nigga flips still to this day
I'm gettin' high drinkin' whiskey with the thugs now
I'm on the Van with my man sellin' drugs now
I'm in my zone

You see there's 8 million stories in the spot I'm from
LB Fam never stop 'til the job gets done
Word to moms pay attention to the slang we say
Hot ass grams but it still be them Games we play
You see there's 8 million stories in the spot I'm from
LB Fam never stop 'til the job gets done
Word to moms pay attention to the slang we say
Hot ass grams but it still be them Games we play

In Junior High me & Lou we dressin' neater
I'm on the special with Taliek master skeeter
At hooky parties gettin' tipsy with the bangdods
O E Newports chicken wings & french fries
Knuckleheads S'in out on the school trips
not into liquor at the time but took a few sips
I'm gettin' life on young plan of makin' G's
gettin' dough from shovelin' snow & rakin' leaves
Politicin' on the Van with the old cats
pushin' plush Cadillacs holdin' cold gats
I wanna be like you one night I said to Mike G.
His reply get yo' money don't be like me
I mean it looks hella good but this life is a shame
I hustle to survive in the game
(I know) nothin' else but hustlin' & scramblin'
jailtime, bustin' & gamblin'
My main chick is on 'caine now
I mean she ain't actin' the same now
I seen mad niggas in the game style
but the key to survival is maintain pal
Yo when I get enough cheese I'm gone
until then life goes on &on &on &on &on

You see there's 8 million stories in the spot I'm from
LB Fam never stop 'til the job gets done
Word to moms pay attention to the slang we say
Hot ass grams but it still be them Games we play
You see there's 8 million stories in the spot I'm from
LB Fam never stop 'til the job gets done
Word to moms pay attention to the slang we say
Hot ass grams but it still be them Games we play

Yo, eighteen years of age gettin' green on the scene
in front of Coliseum vibin' with the team
Organized the lab different chicks same cab
skills in the dice nice with the jab
I'm gettin' money baggin' honeys in the acres
officials out to make a Queen's money makers
ride around in stolen jeeps
Now as I creep through the streets I lost mad peeps
Now as the years ran on I noticed mad bang
never go against the grain
Now durin' that time we's makin' no cash
sayin' that this shit can't last
Came up with this plot to get mad cheese
right or wrong we's official LB'z
Lost a lot of Fam' on the road to success
Rest In Peace God Bless

You see there's 8 million stories in the spot I'm from
LB Fam never stop 'til the job gets done
Word to moms pay attention to the slang we say
Hot ass grams but it still be them Games we play
You see there's 8 million stories in the spot I'm from
LB Fam never stop 'til the job gets done
Word to moms pay attention to the slang we say
Hot ass grams but it still be them Games we play

knowhatImean
Mr. Sexxx Queen's Most Wanted Luv Bug Starski




a ha a ha. LB Fam Group Home be the click
knowhatImean

Overall Meaning

The song "Games" by Peculiar People is a reflection on the different experiences the members of the group had while growing up in Long Beach, New York. The lyrics describe situations that range from reminiscing about lost loved ones, navigating familial conflicts, and engaging in street hustles to survive. The song is an ode to the neighborhood and the camaraderie shared by its residents. The chorus warns of the dangers of the drug trade and encourages listeners to pay attention to the "slang we say" and the "games we play."


The lyrics express the challenges of growing up in an environment where one's survival is constantly being tested by the harsh realities of life. The song creates a sense of nostalgia for the simpler times, but also acknowledges the hurt that comes from losing close friends and family members. The catchy hook and lively beat add a layer of irony to the overall theme, as the song celebrates the "games we play" even as it warns against them.


Overall, "Games" is a captivating track that showcases Peculiar People's talent for storytelling and their ability to create music that is both introspective and entertaining.


Line by Line Meaning

Awww yeah, party people you lookin' good out there
The band acknowledges the audience's presence and compliments their appearance


Now we got flavor on top of flavor. I'm talkin' about we got the Old school flavor & the New school flavor Somethin' new from the LB Fam I'm the local & I want you you & you to get ready & party.
The band states that they have a blend of old and new styles, that they are from the LB Fam, and they want the crowd to get ready to party


Cheeks drop it on 'em...
The band instructs their fellow band member Cheeks to play his part in the song


Yo the situations I'm in it seem my life's out of order escape place my tape in the recorder I sit back spark & listen' start my reminiscin' realize that there's mad Fam' missin'
The band member talks about how his life feels out of control. He then records tapes where he reminisces about the missing members of his family


I'm holdin' back the tears no doubt we lost many peers Mom Dukes held it down many years
The band member struggles to hold back tears as he talks about the loss of his peers. He then mentions how his mother managed to stay strong for many years


Now many chumps came & left when my Pop Dukes split no doubt I had it bad as a kid but held it down no to the school meetin' slugger now everything's cool
The band member mentions how many people came and went in his life after his parents split. He talks about the struggles he faced as a kid but how everything eventually turned out alright


155 niggas kept it live no doubt Mr. Tel is comin' down to roll out We S'in (Smokin') out all the time in the yard all nine
The band mentions how 155 people kept things interesting and that someone named Mr. Tel is coming to join them. They also talk about how they smoke out in the yard frequently


Young niggas growin' up in the city enjoyed the streets 'cause at home things was shitty My mom's boyfriend tryin' to break her down & hurt her not yet drinkin' but still thinkin' murder
The band member talks about how he enjoyed being out in the streets because things were bad at home. His mom's boyfriend was abusive and made him think of murder, although he was not yet drinking


Pro Players & weeds under Christmas trees Gramma said there'll be days like these
The band member mentions how they had weed and playing cards under the Christmas tree, however, his grandmother warned him that there will be tough times like this


Now when my Granpops passed away what can I say? A nigga flips still to this day
The band member talks about how he still gets upset to this day about his grandpa's passing


I'm gettin' high drinkin' whiskey with the thugs now I'm on the Van with my man sellin' drugs now I'm in my zone
The band member talks about how he is hanging out and drinking/drugging with some unsavory characters, and how he feels comfortable doing it


You see there's 8 million stories in the spot I'm from LB Fam never stop 'til the job gets done Word to moms pay attention to the slang we say Hot ass grams but it still be them Games we play
The band member talks about how there are many stories where he comes from, but that the LB Fam never stops until they finish their work. They also mention that people should pay attention to the slang they use. Although they have hot drugs to sell, they also like to play games


In Junior High me & Lou we dressin' neater I'm on the special with Taliek master skeeter At hooky parties gettin' tipsy with the bangdods O E Newports chicken wings & french fries
The band member reminisces about their time in Junior High, where they dressed to impress, and took the special bus with someone named Taliek. They also talk about how they got drunk at hooky parties with their friends, eating chicken wings and fries


Knuckleheads S'in out on the school trips not into liquor at the time but took a few sips I'm gettin' life on young plan of makin' G's gettin' dough from shovelin' snow & rakin' leaves
The band member discusses how they were knuckleheads on school trips but weren't drinking yet (although they took a few sips). They also talk about how they were making plans to get money from shoveling and raking leaves


Politicin' on the Van with the old cats pushin' plush Cadillacs holdin' cold gats I wanna be like you one night I said to Mike G. His reply get yo' money don't be like me
The band member talks about how they were with some older guys in a van, holding guns and driving Cadillacs. They also mention speaking to someone named Mike G, who told him to focus on making money instead of being like him


I mean it looks hella good but this life is a shame I hustle to survive in the game (I know) nothin' else but hustlin' & scramblin' jailtime, bustin' & gamblin'
The band member talks about how although life looks good, it's actually a shame. He hustles to survive in the game and that's all he knows. He also mentions risking jail, busting, and gambling


My main chick is on 'caine now I mean she ain't actin' the same now I seen mad niggas in the game style but the key to survival is maintain pal
The band member talks about how their girlfriend is on cocaine and that she's acting differently now. They mention that they've seen many people in this game, but the key to surviving is to maintain yourself


Yo when I get enough cheese I'm gone until then life goes on &on &on &on &on
The band member says that when they finally have enough money, they'll leave. However, until then, life goes on


Yo, eighteen years of age gettin' green on the scene in front of Coliseum vibin' with the team Organized the lab different chicks same cab skills in the dice nice with the jab I'm gettin' money baggin' honeys in the acres officials out to make a Queen's money makers ride around in stolen jeeps
The band member talks about their financial success at eighteen years old, and how they hung out in front of Coliseum with their team. They mention different girls in the same car, playing dice and boxing. They also talk about how they were getting money and officials were out to make a Queen's profits, driving in stolen jeeps


Now as I creep through the streets I lost mad peeps Now as the years ran on I noticed mad bang never go against the grain
The band member talks about how they lost many friends as they grew older. They mention how there were many fights (mad bangs) in their area and that you should never go against the grain


Now durin' that time we's makin' no cash sayin' that this shit can't last Came up with this plot to get mad cheese right or wrong we's official LB'z Lost a lot of Fam' on the road to success Rest In Peace God Bless knowhatImean Mr. Sexxx Queen's Most Wanted Luv Bug Starski a ha a ha. LB Fam Group Home be the click
The band member talks about how they were making no money at that time, and stating that things can't last. They came up with a plan to get a lot of money, regardless of whether it was right or wrong. They lost a lot of family members on their road to success. Finally, they pay their respects to some people, and mention that the LB Fam Group Home is the band's click




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BRIAN HIGGINS, ELIZA NOBLE, JENNIFER SKILLMAN, TIMOTHY DEAL

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@despenzaparis

Sop & Altos: Tell me why do we keep playing games
Tenors: When we all know his coming is so soon
Sop & Altos: No one knows the day or the hour
Tenors: maybe midnight or in the afternoon.

Tenors: but He's coming
All: Coming
Tenors: back again
All: again
Repeat Twice

Repeat all 3x

Vamp 1
Have you been watching CNN
People won't you pay attention, we're getting closer to the end
Straighten up, fly right, get your house in order

Vamp 2
Get right, stop playing Games, Better get right there's no time to waste.
Breakdown
Tenors: Better Get Right, Stop playing games
Altos: Get Right
Sop: Stop Playing, Stop Playing Games, Stop Playing
All: There's no time to waste

Get it straight
Don't delay
Don't you say we didn't warn you!



All comments from YouTube:

@isaiahmccollum9132

This is my favorite gospel song Games by Tonex & The Peculiar People. I love the song too.

@Sweety9045

My Favorite Gospel Artist. So Real.

@isaiahmccollum9132

I remember I lead the song and direct for the youth choir for the gospel song called Games by Tonex & The Peculiar People. I love this song too.

@isaiahmccollum9132

This is my favorite excellent gospel show that I love to watch on my TV from DVD at my room of my house called Tonex & The Peculiar People:Out The Box:The Movie. Yeah!!!!!!

@despenzaparis

Sop & Altos: Tell me why do we keep playing games
Tenors: When we all know his coming is so soon
Sop & Altos: No one knows the day or the hour
Tenors: maybe midnight or in the afternoon.

Tenors: but He's coming
All: Coming
Tenors: back again
All: again
Repeat Twice

Repeat all 3x

Vamp 1
Have you been watching CNN
People won't you pay attention, we're getting closer to the end
Straighten up, fly right, get your house in order

Vamp 2
Get right, stop playing Games, Better get right there's no time to waste.
Breakdown
Tenors: Better Get Right, Stop playing games
Altos: Get Right
Sop: Stop Playing, Stop Playing Games, Stop Playing
All: There's no time to waste

Get it straight
Don't delay
Don't you say we didn't warn you!

@isaiahmccollum9132

I love this on DVD.

@vincentoliver3201

I remember watching this on my DVD but I lost it :(

@mekiahlewis7566

how did you lose it

@cnabor7

favorite song on this album

@pattybrown1879

Amazing!¡!❤️❤️❤️👏🤚👏👏👏👏

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