Chad Lemon Butler was born in Port Arthur, Texas, USA. There he met his friend, who would later become Bun B and together they formed the Houston-based rap group UGK. They rapped 'underground', until the duo signed with Jive Records in 1987. Pimp worked hard on the first UGK project, The Southern Way, which was available in 1988 and on cassette only.
It wasn't until 1992 that UGK really broke through into the hip hop/rap world. Jive Records signed them and they released Too Hard to Swallow. Pimp worked hard with Bun B for a while, until going on a hiatus in 1996, where the group would not work. In this time Pimp was aware that UGK's fans were slowly slipping.
Pimp C contributed to several tracks, until UGK came back on top by guest starring in tracks, such as Big Pimpin' and Sippin' on Some Syrup. Pimp C and Bun B came back with Dirty Money in 2001, but the album failed both critically and financially.
As Dirty Money was going through problems, Pimp was faced with even more problems. Pimp C was incarcerated for an aggravated gun assault charge in 2002. People cheered the catch phrase "Free Pimp C". During this time Bun B lived on the UGK name. Jive Records was forced to release a greatest hits for UGK and Bun B was forced to go solo, as Pimp C was locked up.[1]
Rap-A-Lot Records signed Pimp C, while in prison he released his solo debut Sweet James Jones Stories. Bun B also released his debut, which Pimp C slightly contributed to. Finally, on December 30, 2005, Pimp C was released from prison and was on parole until December 2009.[2]
Pimp C guest starred in many people's songs and contributed to artists, such as Slim Thug and T.I.. After that he started working again with Bun B on tracks for their upcoming UGK project UGK (Underground Kingz), which would end up being their most successful project of all time, in either artist's careers.
Pimp C released two solo albums.
4 months after the release of UGK (Underground Kingz), Pimp C died. On December 4, 2007, Pimp C was found dead at the Mondrian Hotel in West Hollywood, California, after Los Angeles County Fire Department responded to a 911 call. The department arrived at his sixth floor hotel room to find Pimp C dead in bed. This was three days after Pimp C performed with Too $hort at the House of Blues in Los Angeles.[3][4]
The Los Angeles County Coroner's office state Pimp C died from an accidental overdose of Promethazine/Codeine "syrup" mixed with a pre-existing medical condition, sleep apnea, which causes a person to stop breathing during sleep.[5][6]
After his death, he made posthumous appearances on Bun B's song "Underground Thang" (also featuring Chamillionaire) from II Trill and much later, an as-of-yet untitled track which is to be featured on Chamillionaire's third album Venom. The latter track is produced by Pimp C, making this his last production credit.
The final UGK project, 4 Life will be dedicated to Pimp C and his legendary Houston-based rapping style. Many people have shown respect to Pimp C, including David Banner, 8Ball & MJG, Rick Ross, Bun B, Slim Thug, T.I. and Lil Flip.
Hogg In The Game
Pimp C Lyrics
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Hold up (hold up bitch)
Sweet Jones in this bitch
P-I-M-P, representin the trill-ass niggaz
Sweet Jones, cuttin you fucker
[Chorus]
I'm a hog in the game {*3X*}
I'm a hog in the game, I got some wet and some round
I got some white and some syrup, I'm tryin to sew up my town
I'm a..
[Pimp C]
I'm a pig on the streets, I'm a slug in the game
Puttin D on the corner heavies fuck with my name
They call me Sweet James, keep cocaine
Doin 90 in the Benz switchin lane to lane
I'm a candy-mayne, hot like a flame
Your jewelry look funny, that ain't no byzantine chain
Take that monkey watch off, you a bitch to me
You can use my style but you gon' pay me a fee
Cause ain't shit for free, I'm on a poppin spree
Rap-A-Lot mafia life, ain't no stoppin me
They call me Tony Montana because I'm lettin 'em hang
When you see me recognize I'm a hog in the game
[Chorus]
[Pimp C]
Young hog, vicious dog, keep a bad-ass yellow broad
On the slab, in the nab, Chef Boyardee in the lab
Cook it fat, cut it small, fifteen thousand at the mall
Gucci shop, Bally shop, scratch it off, in the drop
2000 see-5, got 3 million from the Jive
You was trickin with my hoes, I was playin with my nose
Comin down, candy gold, nigga y'all was playin the role
Tellin bitches 'bout my past, you can get hit in yo' hat
[repeat 2X]
I'm a hog in the game, I got some wet and some round
I got some white and some syrup, I'm tryin to sew up my town
[Chorus]
[Pimp C]
Maybe you was in yo' drop, that's when my boys love to pop
Make his fuckin jelly jump, stepdaddy got hit with a pump
Hit with a pump, it's in my lap at all times nigga
And ain't nuttin for that fuck boy to get hit nigga
Cause y'all niggaz is some motherfuckin hoes
When y'all want your rep I saw your motherfuckin clothes
Your shoes ain't tight and you're phony at your shows
So bend your ass over like a bitch is supposed
I make my fuckin music for the boys with the O's
The old school pros and the strip club hoes
The boys with the hard in the motherfuckin South
Bitch you ain't had a hit since I saw you break 'em out
[repeat 2X]
I'm a hog in the game, I got some wet and some round
I got some white and some syrup, I'm tryin to sew up my town
[Chorus]
The song "Hogg In The Game" by Pimp C is an ode to his street hustling days and his status as a successful rapper. The lyrics are autobiographical and boastful, with Pimp C identifying himself as a "hog in the game," meaning that he is at the top of his profession and is making a lot of money. He talks about the drugs he sells, including "wet" and "round" (referring to PCP and Ecstasy, respectively) as well as "white" (cocaine) and "syrup" (codeine cough syrup), and his efforts to "sew up" his town by dominating the drug trade.
Throughout the song, Pimp C asserts his dominance over his competitors and those who would try to emulate him. He brags about his wealth, his ability to put his rivals out of business, and his willingness to use violence to protect his reputation. However, he also acknowledges the dangers and consequences of his lifestyle, rapping about getting pulled over by the police and the risks of drug addiction.
Line by Line Meaning
Hold up (hold up bitch)
Wait a minute
Sweet Jones in this bitch
Pimp C is here
P-I-M-P, representin the trill-ass niggaz
Pimp C is representing his fellow trill individuals
Sweet Jones, cuttin you fucker
Pimp C is here, and he's not to be messed with
I'm a hog in the game {*3X*}
Pimp C is a major player in the drug game
I got some wet and some round
Pimp C has a variety of drugs to sell
I'm a hog in the game, I got some wet and some round
Pimp C is a major player in the drug game and has a variety of drugs to sell
I got some white and some syrup, I'm tryin to sew up my town
Pimp C has cocaine and codeine and is trying to sell it all in his town
I'm a..
Continuing from the previous line
I'm a pig on the streets, I'm a slug in the game
Pimp C is a tough and ruthless player in the drug game
Puttin D on the corner heavies fuck with my name
Pimp C has dealers on the corners selling his drugs, but people are messing with his reputation
They call me Sweet James, keep cocaine
Pimp C is also known as Sweet James and is known for selling cocaine
Doin 90 in the Benz switchin lane to lane
Pimp C is driving a Benz quickly and switching lanes
I'm a candy-mayne, hot like a flame
Pimp C is a flashy drug dealer, highly popular and wanted by many
Your jewelry look funny, that ain't no byzantine chain
Pimp C is criticizing someone else's jewelry, saying it isn't as valuable as they think it is
Take that monkey watch off, you a bitch to me
Pimp C is telling someone to take off their cheap watch and insulting them
You can use my style but you gon' pay me a fee
Pimp C is warning people that they can try to copy his style, but they'll have to pay him for it
'Cause ain't shit for free, I'm on a poppin spree
Pimp C is saying he doesn't do anything for free and is currently living life to the fullest
Rap-A-Lot mafia life, ain't no stoppin me
Pimp C is affiliated with the Rap-A-Lot record label and describes the lifestyle as unstoppable
They call me Tony Montana because I'm lettin 'em hang
Pimp C is likening himself to the character Tony Montana from Scarface, who was ruthless and powerful
When you see me recognize I'm a hog in the game
Pimp C is warning others that he is a major player in the drug game
Young hog, vicious dog, keep a bad-ass yellow broad
Pimp C describes himself as a young and tough drug dealer who has a beautiful woman by his side
On the slab, in the nab, Chef Boyardee in the lab
Pimp C is cooking up drugs and referencing Chef Boyardee as a humorous metaphor
Cook it fat, cut it small, fifteen thousand at the mall
Pimp C is cooking drugs at a high yield and making a lot of money
Gucci shop, Bally shop, scratch it off, in the drop
Pimp C is shopping at high-end stores and driving a luxury car
2000 see-5, got 3 million from the Jive
Pimp C is driving a BMW 750iL and has made a lot of money from Jive Records
You was trickin with my hoes, I was playin with my nose
Pimp C is accusing someone of cheating with his women while he was doing cocaine
Comin down, candy gold, nigga y'all was playin the role
Pimp C is driving a nice car and others around him are pretending to be something they're not
Tellin bitches 'bout my past, you can get hit in yo' hat
Pimp C doesn't want people gossiping about his past and warns that they may get hurt
[repeat 2X]
Repeating the chorus
Maybe you was in yo' drop, that's when my boys love to pop
Pimp C's associates like to shoot at people who are driving nice cars
Make his fuckin jelly jump, stepdaddy got hit with a pump
Pimp C is saying that someone got shot and is now scared (their 'jelly' is jumping)
Hit with a pump, it's in my lap at all times nigga
Pimp C always carries a gun and references a shotgun resting in his lap
And ain't nuttin for that fuck boy to get hit nigga
Pimp C is saying it's easy for his associates to take someone out if they mess with him
Cause y'all niggaz is some motherfuckin hoes
Pimp C is insulting his enemies, calling them weak and cowardly
When y'all want your rep I saw your motherfuckin clothes
Pimp C is mocking people who only care about their reputation instead of their actions
Your shoes ain't tight and you're phony at your shows
Pimp C is criticizing someone's footwear and their authenticity at shows
So bend your ass over like a bitch is supposed
Pimp C is saying that someone should bend over and take his insults like a submissive person
I make my fuckin music for the boys with the O's
Pimp C is saying he makes music for drug dealers
The old school pros and the strip club hoes
Pimp C's music appeals to both veteran drug dealers and women who dance at strip clubs
The boys with the hard in the motherfuckin South
Pimp C's fans are tough Southern men
Bitch you ain't had a hit since I saw you break 'em out
Pimp C is saying that someone hasn't been successful since he helped them break out in the music industry
[repeat 2X]
Repeating the chorus
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHAD(PIMP C) BUTLER, LEROY WILLIAMS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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on I Know U Strapped
The lyrics of Pimp C's song "I Know U Strapped" address the issue of bravado and violence among some men who carry firearms, but are not willing or prepared to use them in the face of danger. The song uses a confrontational tone to call out these men, who Pimp C refers to as "cowards" and "bitches." The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea that getting drunk, high, or hyped up on cocaine can lead to reckless behavior that can end in tragedy.
The lyrics also describe several encounters that Pimp C had with people who tried to test him, but he ultimately came out on top. He recounts an incident in which he was confronted by some women in Dallas, but he refused to back down and instead asserted his dominance. In another verse, he talks about a person who screwed him out of some money and whom he considered having attacked at a later date.
Overall, the lyrics of "I Know U Strapped" paint a picture of a world in which firearms are omnipresent, and the line between bravado and real danger is often blurred. Through his lyrics, Pimp C seems to be warning listeners about the consequences of taking violent actions, as well as urging a more thoughtful approach to conflict resolution. Also, he's straight up disrespecting Master P!