Jappy Jap
People Under the Stairs Lyrics

Let's hit ‘em with it… About to get boots, iller on these dudes… Sugar Ray ‘em… and I mean Leonard… check it out… yo…
The singer is introducing himself and his partner, Thes One, as Double K, the duo known for their music. They imply that they are about to outdo themselves and make powerful music, just like Sugar Ray Leonard's boxing prowess in his time.

Now if you see me in a lab coat, don't think I'm just chlling I'm rubbing my palms together, got plans on taking the villain Like my nigga Ren, if it ain't rough, it ain't me And if the beat ain't knocking you over, you know it ain't the P Guaranteed to be in stock like these busters getting blocked That's niggas getting mopped from these floors that we rock
The singer clarifies that seeing him in a laboratory coat doesn't mean he is idle. Rather, he is working on his craft and aiming to take over the music industry. He names Ren (who is MC Ren of N.W.A) as an inspiration and further states that their music has a rough, aggressive quality that is characteristic of their style. He also implies that their music is in high demand and they are getting popular, while other musicians (busters) get blocked and thrown out of the way by their music.

They missing hip hop, you see hip hop be missing me with that bull I got pulled quick, come loaded with the full clip Blast up your party like a shoot-em-up flick Busting through the swinging doors with aggression galore You learnt your lesson before, I hope they keep you on tour Take your money followed by a pimp slap, that ain't rap More like a ribbing, man, it's only given that I hit men All in they emotion glands, I claim band and those niggers know it They sure ain't coming around, acting fly Drinking forties, always telling lies in they rhymes I think they're trying too much, I keep ‘em crying too much
The singer asserts that some musicians miss the essence of hip hop and their attempts at creating it are false or unauthentic. He claims that he is pulled into battles quickly, and he is not one to back down, ready with full force at all times. He also mentions that his aggressive attack on music is like that of a shoot-em-up film. He warns other artists to learn their lesson after battling him and to be careful on the tours they go on. The singer also threatens to take their money and slap them for their efforts. He takes pride in his creativity and skill, and those who hear him know he is the king. He claims that other musicians come around, pretending to be cool, drinking alcohol and telling lies in their music. He keeps defeating them and making them cry.

It's my job, I twist knobs and make the odds seem to operate chemical Lyrically polemical, touch ya like a tide pool tentacle Identical, to unendable, unbendable metal You claim ghetto fame, that same game, another buster Crashing through your tracks, I'm the wax claim adjuster Kick, kick, snare, high-hat, vinyl cognac Shining like a Sly Stone belt on felt slip mats You kit-kat, breaking with the new data Zip DAT Hate to megabyte my hipstyle like a reptile
The artist talks about his job as a musician and how he twists knobs and creates unique sounds. He says that he is like a chemical that allows for seemingly impossible probabilities to emerge from his beats. He also says that his lyrics are aggressive and sharp and can attack you like a tentacle from a tidal pool. He claims that music from his band is like indestructible metal. Referring to other musicians claiming fame from the ghetto, he suggests that they are false and just like any other buster-like character. He talks about making adjustments to the music track like a technician with a wax claim, making sure the transition is smooth. He further describes his use of kick, snare, high-hat, vinyl, and cognac in his music, suggesting a richness in sound. He also speaks of breaking with new styles (data) using digital audio tapes (DAT). He ends the verse with a computer reference, regarding his style in computing terms.

I'm Croc Hunter, dumb done, we're block blunters Bleeding beedi burners to Portugals and Turners Who freaking what we speaking like a deacon who's tweaking Or a heat-seeking missile (And all you hearing is the whistle) And jump out your Fubu while we thizzle you Fizzle is a locate set to take down, translate sound Tape-deck bound, non-stop to tour jet Gonna touch your town, if we haven't already yet (Uh huh) I met a lot of people (Uh huh)
The artist uses a metaphor to describe himself as a Croc Hunter while he and his partner are block blunters (potentially implying they are known in the neighborhood). They further inform the listeners that they are making music of different cultures and spreading their sound everywhere. They are also seeking attention and are comparing themselves to heat-seeking missiles. He also adds that they will 'thizzle' (a slang expression for doing EMD dance moves) while jumping out of their clothing brand Fubu (maybe in reference to their dance moves). The artist finally turns to the fact that he travels the world, translating and spreading his sound. He mentions that he has met many people and is eager to continue this journey and get in touch with those he hasn't yet.

Well here it is, O-S-Teach kids about the People
Towards the end of the song, the singer declares that he has shared his music and ideas with the listeners. He implies that he would like young people to learn about their music (The People, as they refer to themselves.)

Yo, and that's how we bringing it like that Never came square, never thought about coming square It's the mother with the P, it's me And my man Thes One, and he rock like that They call me the Double K, and yo, I rock like that Brothers known for the rap, we keep it like that It's the P brother who gets weak like that A brother who's known for his rap (scratched) Yo… for his rap, you know where we at L.A.… Los Angeles… Straight up It's a sunny sky and everything's looking good Hey, Thes One, how we feel? You know… Peace!
In the final lines of the song, the singer reiterates that him and Thes One remain true to their music and never falter. He also states that he and Thes One are from Los Angeles and enjoy good weather. Finally, he asks Thes One how he feels, to which the response is 'Peace' - a term indicating happiness and serenity.