Hailing from … Read Full Bio ↴Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth is a rap group from the 1990s.
Hailing from "Money Earnin'" Mount Vernon, New York, this DJ-MC duo first made noise in the rap world on the 1991 EP, All Souled Out. It sold moderately well enough to justify Elektra Records clearing the way for 1992's Mecca & the Soul Brother LP.
As a producer, DJ Pete Rock (Peter Phillips) tended to prefer obscure soul and jazz sides for sample sources, frequently making use of horn-driven hooks. Lead vocalist C.L. Smooth (Corey Penn) tended to be philosophical in his raps, and he mostly avoided profanity. Their signature hit was “They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.)”, a dirge for fallen friends, specifically, Troy "Trouble T-Roy" Dixon, a dancer for fellow Mount Vernon, New York rapper and cousin of Pete Rock, Heavy D. (Dwight Myers).
1994's The Main Ingredient was the follow up, and they appeared on a string of guest appearances for remixes, soundtracks, and other works. Public Enemy, EPMD, Heavy D and Johnny Gill were among the artists they collaborated with, and they can also claim credit for producing (and performing on) Run-DMC’s 1993 comeback single 'Down with the King'. Despite all this, the duo failed to go gold on any of their own releases.
Separating in 1995 (shortly after a well-received Sprite TV commercial), they eventually reunited on a handful of cuts from Pete Rock’s solo recordings: Soul Survivor (1998), PeteStrumentals (2001) and Soul Survivor II (2004). They also went on a brief reunion tour as a warm up for their then-anticipated new album, which ended with a show at London's famous Jazz Cafe. Despite these intermittent collaborations, the pair has exchanged dismissive comments toward each other in separate interviews, disavowing plans for a full-fledged reunion.
Their compilation, The Best of Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth: Good Life, was released on Elektra in 2003.
All the Places
Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth Lyrics
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All the places and spaces I've been
All the places and spaces I've been
All the places and spaces I've been
Welcome to the zone where the strong only survive
Places I drive all the gangsters can't stay alive
Take my universal journey through the jungles of the hardest town
You want something to play with?
Go find some toys when you mistake these grown men for little boys
More real than what is real so feel I'm sending
Compare the God with no beginning and we'll have no ending
My blessed rings are down with the kings revalation
Had heard me on the run-dmc's reincarnation
Child abuse, women loose, robbery and triple homicide
Every where this black man resides still
Check the monolouge, I'm on a 6 a.m. jog
To regain my powers, do a set before the showers
I'm prime for the summertime, the big time bowler
But any season or reason we can't take it over
All the places and spaces I've been can you feel it?
All the places and spaces I've been can you feel it?
All the places and spaces I've been can you feel it?
All the places and spaces I've been can you feel it?
All the places and spaces I've been can you feel it?
All the places and spaces I've been can you feel it?
Are you ready for the legendary crazy rugged ready war?
Known to be the smooth that sat by the door
Furthermore, for you and I to click, here's the stats
Take all that dirty money, set the wash doors and laundromats
You love to gamble now we open an after-hours spot
20 Sacks with the guiness for the jackpot
Members only, playing pool like willie marconi
With a tenderoni chatting about the gs I'm batting
I'm patting down with the sound of a general
Fully supplied by my ghettofied residential
We come to rebuild and turn off the heat now
Hoping we can take it back to yugenot street
Palled around the screen tv watching the fight
Tonight, cause if it ain't rough it ain't right
Ink tents in all of my circumference I connect
Now demanding all types of respect, can you dig it?
All the places and spaces I've been can you feel it?
All the places and spaces I've been can you feel it?
All the places and spaces I've been can you feel it?
All the places and spaces I've been can you feel it?
All the places and spaces I've been can you feel it?
All the places and spaces I've been can you feel it?
Traveling the warp speed we come to the peak
Like a missle I probe and seek, many can't critique
My physique is still solid, chiseled down to the very last compound
I'm trying that chin, fool, where you been?
Still sliding girls in as soon as pops fall asleep
His game tight, set to flip a shorty late night
I like rocks and groupies, condo shows and cuties
The hottest cars and the strongest drinks at the bars
This is one of those joints that make you stand by the exits
Cause every time I'm yapping something crazy happens
Keep my tool in my baggy jeans rolling with sneaker feet
Who got a life term working for the firm
My labor's fruit off of business as usual
Plus my two clan band is making me a wealthy man
Now from where I stand, believe it's not a game
Pete rock and c.l. smooth's a household name
All the places and spaces I've been can you feel it?
All the places and spaces I've been can you feel it?
All the places and spaces I've been can you feel it?
All the places and spaces I've been can you feel it?
All the places and spaces I've been can you feel it?
All the places and spaces I've been can you feel it?
In the lyrics of "All the Places" by Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth, the singers are reflecting on the many places and experiences they have had throughout their lives. They describe the dangerous urban landscape they navigate, with gangsters and violence lurking around every corner. The singers acknowledge the harsh realities of life, including child abuse, women's oppression, and homicide. They talk about rebuilding their communities and finding strength in themselves and their connections to others.
With each repetition of the chorus, which asks "can you feel it?", the energy builds, and the singers' voices become more urgent. They want their listeners to feel the weight of their experiences and to understand the power that comes from surviving and thriving in such a harsh environment. The lyrics repeatedly reference their physical strength and fitness, suggesting that this is an important tool they have developed to survive.
Throughout the song, there are references to gambling, nightlife, and dealing with dirty money. However, the singers also make it clear that they are committed to rebuilding their neighborhoods and creating a better future. They want to be respected for their hard work and their contributions to their communities. Overall, "All the Places" is a celebration of resilience and the bonds that can be forged in even the most difficult circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
Welcome to the zone where the strong only survive
I'm in a tough area where only the strongest make it.
Places I drive all the gangsters can't stay alive
The areas I go to are too dangerous even for the toughest gangsters.
Take my universal journey through the jungles of the hardest town
I've been all over the toughest areas, like a journey through a jungle.
Where my brothers lay their life down
My fellow black men die in these dangerous areas.
You want something to play with?
Don't mess around with me.
Go find some toys when you mistake these grown men for little boys
Don't underestimate us grown men in these tough areas.
More real than what is real so feel I'm sending
What I'm saying is more true than what most people consider reality.
Compare the God with no beginning and we'll have no ending
My message goes beyond time and space.
Had heard me on the run-dmc's reincarnation
My name was popular even on the successful Run-DMC's album.
Child abuse, women loose, robbery and triple homicide
These dangerous areas have rampant crime like child abuse, loose women, robberies, and murder.
Check the monolouge, I'm on a 6 a.m. jog
Listen to what I have to say, even when I'm just going for a morning run.
To regain my powers, do a set before the showers
I need to work out to feel strong.
I'm prime for the summertime, the big time bowler
I'm at my best and ready for summer enjoyment.
But any season or reason we can't take it over
We'll take over in every situation.
Are you ready for the legendary crazy rugged ready war?
Are you ready for a wild, legendary fight?
Known to be the smooth that sat by the door
I'm smooth and always keep an eye on the door.
Furthermore, for you and I to click, here's the stats
To get along, here are the facts.
Take all that dirty money, set the wash doors and laundromats
We'll clean up the dirty money by laundering it in local businesses.
You love to gamble now we open an after-hours spot
We'll capitalize on people's love for gambling by opening a late-night spot.
20 Sacks with the guiness for the jackpot
We'll offer beer and pot as prizes.
Members only, playing pool like willie marconi
Only members can play pool, and we'll be like the pool legend Willie Marconi.
With a tenderoni chatting about the gs I'm batting
I'll be chatting with attractive women about how much money I'm making.
I'm patting down with the sound of a general
I'm in charge and commanding respect.
Fully supplied by my ghettofied residential
I'm being backed up by fellow ghetto dwellers.
We come to rebuild and turn off the heat now
We want to rebuild and stop the violence.
Hoping we can take it back to yugenot street
We hope to restore peace to our neighborhood.
Palled around the screen tv watching the fight
We're hanging out and watching a boxing match on TV.
Tonight, cause if it ain't rough it ain't right
We're only interested in rough fights.
Ink tents in all of my circumference I connect
I have connections everywhere.
Now demanding all types of respect, can you dig it?
I demand respect, you understand?
Traveling the warp speed we come to the peak
We're traveling fast and reaching our peak success.
Like a missle I probe and seek, many can't critique
I'm making progress fast and impressing many people who can't criticize me.
My physique is still solid, chiseled down to the very last compound
I'm in great physical shape.
I'm trying that chin, fool, where you been?
I'm challenging someone to a fight and asking where they've been hiding.
Still sliding girls in as soon as pops fall asleep
I'm still able to bring women home without my father noticing.
His game tight, set to flip a shorty late night
I'm successful with women and ready for a late night hook up.
I like rocks and groupies, condo shows and cuties
I enjoy drugs, obsessed fans, and attractive women.
The hottest cars and the strongest drinks at the bars
I have the best cars and enjoy the strongest drinks at bars.
This is one of those joints that make you stand by the exits
This is an exciting song that makes you want to get up and move around.
Cause every time I'm yapping something crazy happens
Whenever I'm speaking, something wild seems to occur.
Keep my tool in my baggy jeans rolling with sneaker feet
I keep a weapon in my loose jeans and wear sneakers.
Who got a life term working for the firm
People with life sentences now work for me.
My labor's fruit off of business as usual
My hard work is paying off in my regular business dealings.
Plus my two clan band is making me a wealthy man
My music group is also making me rich.
Now from where I stand, believe it's not a game
From my perspective, this is serious and not a game.
Pete rock and c.l. smooth's a household name
Our music group is well-known in many households.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: COREY BRENT PENN, FONCE MIZELL, LARRY MIZELL, PETER O. PHILLIPS
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Doel Garcia
I have my 7-year-old daughter bobbing her head to this.
Real hip-hop will never die.
dedico smedico letico
100% agreed
Butterfly Love NJ
Doel Garcia that's dope!
Domineek Sanford
My kids are 20, 14 & 2.
This is ALL they Grow Up & Listen too...
I Listen to More of Today's "TRASHY" HIP HOP than they Do....
Lol
Trent Yates
Real hiphop 4life
Jarrett “ the 20-year recovering s*x addict “
Beautiful 😍
Da Author
Pete Rock is one of the best beat makers of all time.
Emery Sutton
Camp lo bring me here
Michael Malapi
Top 5
Neville Easley
One of the BEST duos ever in HIP HOP.