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The Philly MC first signed to Roc-a-Fella Records in 2001 with the help of Freeway, a friend of Peedi since high school who had already joined the label through Beanie Sigel and his State Property entourage. In 2002, Peedi's debut single, "One for Peedi Crakk," charted in the R&B/hip-hop Top 40. He continued to make appearances on various Roc-a-Fella albums, including Jay-Z's The Blueprint²: The Gift & the Curse and Freeway's Philadelphia Freeway. His guest appearances were usually standouts, and his mixtapes gave him a reputation among East Coast rap fans. Faced with increasing exposure, the Philly rapper decided to modify his rap name to Peedi Peedi.
However, in 2005, two problems greatly affected Peedi's career. State Property dissolved, and Roc-a-Fella Records formally split into two. Jay-Z remaining at Def Jam with 50 percent, and Roc-a-Fella co-founder Dame Dash taking the other 50 percent to Universal Records under his Dame Dash Music Group. Peedi refused to side with Sigel and Dame Dash, and was briefly a free agent until Jay-Z, who soon became the president of Def Jam and maintained the Roc-a-Fella catalogue at the label, signed him. Peedi began working on a debut album, but it was continuously delayed. He did, however, release one single, "Take Me Home," in 2007. Peedi became at odds with the label over his album, and tensions developed between him and Jay-Z. Peedi decided to lashed out against the executive/rapper in the press and leaked several Jay-Z diss tracks, before he was released from his contract in 2008. Peedi then signed with Internet-based label Amalgam Digital and released Camel Face Hunting Season later in 2008.
Freestyle 1
Peedi Crakk Lyrics
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You're now tuned into the motherfucking greatest
Turn the music up in the headphones
Tim, you can go and brush your shoulder off nigga
I got you, yeah
If you feeling like a pimp nigga, go and brush your shoulders off
Niggas is crazy baby, don't forget that boy told you
Get, that, dirt off your shoulder
I probably owe it to you all, proud to be locked by the force
Trying to hustle some things, that go with the Porsche
Feeling no remorse, feeling like my hand was forced
Middle finger to the law, nigga griping my balls
All the ladies they love me, from the bleachers they screaming
All the ballers is bouncing they like the way I be leaning
All the rappers be hating, off the track that I'm making
But all the hustlers they love it just to see one of us make it
Came from the bottom the bottom, to the "Top of the Pops"
Nigga London, Japan and I'm straight off the block
Like a running back, get it man, I'm straight off the block
I can run it back nigga 'cause I'm straight with the Roc
You gotta get, that, dirt off your shoulder
You gotta get, that, dirt off your shoulder
You gotta get, that, dirt off your shoulder
You gotta get, that, dirt off your shoulder
Your homey Hov' in position, in the kitchen with soda
I just whipped up a watch, trying to get me a Rover
Trying to stretch out the coca, like a wrestler, yes sir
Keep the Heckler close, you know them smokers'll test you
But like, fifty-two cards when I'm, I'm through dealing
Now fifty-two bars come out, now you feel 'em
Now, fifty-two cars roll out, remove ceiling
In case fifty-two broads come out, now you chilling
with a boss bitch of course S.C. on the sleeve
At the 40/40 club, ESPN on the screen
I paid a grip for the jeans, plus the slippers is clean
No chrome on the wheels, I'm a grown-up for real
Your boy back in the building, Brooklyn we back on the map
Me and my beautiful beeeeeeeitch in the back of that 'Bach
I'm the realest that run it, I just happen to rap
I ain't gotta clap at 'em, niggas scared of that black
I drop that +Black, Album+ then I back, out it
As the best rapper alive nigga ask about me
From Bricks to Billboards, from grams to Grammies
The O's to opposite, Orphan Annie
You gotta pardon Jay, for selling out the Garden in a day
I'm like a young Marvin in his hey
I'm a hustler homey, you a customer crony
Got some, dirt on my shoulder, could you brush it off for me?
You're now tuned into the motherfucking greatest
Best rapper alive, best rapper alive
Peedi Crakk's song "Freestyle 1" features a sample from Jay-Z's hit song "Dirt Off Your Shoulder" and adds Peedi Crakk's own touch to the lyrics. The song begins with Peedi Crakk declaring himself as the "greatest" while turning up the music in the headphones. He then acknowledges the pimps in both genders, advising everyone to brush off their shoulders and get the dirt off them. Peedi Crakk then boasts about his success and how he has come up from the "bottom" to the top. He acknowledges that many people hate on his track, but the hustlers appreciate his success. He also talks about selling cocaine and making money. The song ends with a reference to Jay-Z's "Best Rapper Alive" claim.
Line by Line Meaning
You're now tuned into the motherfucking greatest
Peedi Crakk is the greatest
Turn the music up in the headphones
Make the music louder in the headphones
Tim, you can go and brush your shoulder off nigga
Go ahead and brush the dirt off your shoulder
I got you, yeah
I'm here to support you
If you feeling like a pimp nigga, go and brush your shoulders off
If you feel successful, celebrate it
Ladies is pimps too, go and brush your shoulders off
Women can also be successful
Niggas is crazy baby, don't forget that boy told you
People can be unpredictable and unstable
Get, that, dirt off your shoulder
Remove any negativity from your life
I probably owe it to you all, proud to be locked by the force
Grateful for his success and for being recognized
Trying to hustle some things, that go with the Porsche
Working hard to achieve things that can come with being successful
Feeling no remorse, feeling like my hand was forced
No regrets for taking the opportunities life presented to him
Middle finger to the law, nigga griping my balls
Defying authority and not caring about anyone else's opinion
All the ladies they love me, from the bleachers they screaming
Successful and popular with women
All the ballers is bouncing they like the way I be leaning
Athletes enjoy what he does and imitate him
All the rappers be hating, off the track that I'm making
Jealousy and competition from other rappers
But all the hustlers they love it just to see one of us make it
Other successful people support and encourage each other
Came from the bottom the bottom, to the "Top of the Pops"
Started from nothing and made it to the top of the music industry
Nigga London, Japan and I'm straight off the block
Travelled to different countries, but still identifies with his roots
Like a running back, get it man, I'm straight off the block
Athletic and quick, like a football player
I can run it back nigga 'cause I'm straight with the Roc
Can repeat success due to his connection with Roc-A-Fella Records
You gotta get, that, dirt off your shoulder
Remove any negativity from your life
Your homey Hov' in position, in the kitchen with soda
Jay-Z is successful and still involved in the drug trade
I just whipped up a watch, trying to get me a Rover
Earned enough money to buy expensive things
Trying to stretch out the coca, like a wrestler, yes sir
Extending the drug supply to make more money
Keep the Heckler close, you know them smokers'll test you
Need to be cautious and prepared for dangerous situations
But like, fifty-two cards when I'm, I'm through dealing
Finished with his drug business, like finishing a deck of cards
Now fifty-two bars come out, now you feel 'em
Successfully transitioned from drugs to music
Now, fifty-two cars roll out, remove ceiling
Can now afford and have access to luxury cars
In case fifty-two broads come out, now you chilling
Comfortable enough to have multiple women in his life
with a boss bitch of course S.C. on the sleeve
Has a successful woman on his arm, possibly referring to Beyonce
At the 40/40 club, ESPN on the screen
Enjoying success and relaxation at a popular nightclub
I paid a grip for the jeans, plus the slippers is clean
Pays a lot of money for his clothing and accessories
No chrome on the wheels, I'm a grown-up for real
Matured and no longer needs flashy material possessions to prove his success
Your boy back in the building, Brooklyn we back on the map
Proud to represent his hometown of Brooklyn
Me and my beautiful beeeeeeeitch in the back of that 'Bach
Referring to a luxurious Mercedes Benz car and a beautiful woman
I'm the realest that run it, I just happen to rap
Authentic and genuine in his music and wealth
I ain't gotta clap at 'em, niggas scared of that black
No need to use his gun, people fear him based on his reputation
I drop that +Black, Album+ then I back, out it
Released a successful album and took a break from music
As the best rapper alive nigga ask about me
One of the most successful and influential rappers in the industry
From Bricks to Billboards, from grams to Grammies
Started from drug dealing and moved on to a successful music career
The O's to opposite, Orphan Annie
Went from making drugs to winning awards and being recognized
You gotta pardon Jay, for selling out the Garden in a day
Jay-Z deserves forgiveness for selling out Madison Square Garden in one day
I'm like a young Marvin in his hey
Referring to the success and talent of Marvin Gaye
I'm a hustler homey, you a customer crony
Still a hard worker, while others are just buying what he sells
Got some, dirt on my shoulder, could you brush it off for me?
Asking for help in removing any negativity from his life
Contributed by Adam L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@MRDBO25
peedi fire....i love this flow
@MarioCavett
Its that old Chicago style that made its way to Philly and they redefined it.
@bigronfatcat
damn peedi would be big if he had some solid marketing/promotion
@beeweezee71888
He is talented this is really a gift.
@franciswall4248
This guy is amazing
@C3thestormgod
Sounds like he said,"Damn should I give yall these BALLS?!" Lmfao
@djsplinter001
Straight bars my niggah
@danslapem
he was in for murder. he did 7 weeks
@Onpostcarlos718
You see Danny Swift mans Nox in the background lol
@drewmalone8318
Always been fukn with crack since flip side dayz