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Problem Feat DJ Quik Lyrics
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Don't get it fucked up
You know you don't want these problems
Nigga, you know you don't want these problems
Nigga, don't get it fucked up
Don't get it fucked up
You know you don't want these problems
Nigga, you know you don't want these problems
I got a snub nose, for you fuck hoes
Steady talkin tough I bet you ain't gon bust though
I'm a gangsta bitch, we ain't alike there ain't a night
I ain't ridin' with that 5, Shawty show you're right
Me slip like pow
On the low between us, I'm strapped right now
Yea, fed case, ain't nothing to me
I'm a head K, know that when you run into me
Get money, every G you make it like 100 to me
I'm fresh out for some these niggas, they big dummies to me
Okay? Now get some paper if you wanna play
Have yo head in my hallway for 100K
If you knew it as you don't
Nigga, this ain't what you want
Keep on playin' with me hatin' and you ain't gon' make it home
If you knew it as you don't
Nigga, this ain't what you want
Think 'cause I went to prison I won't put the pistol to yo dome
Don't get it fucked up
Don't get it fucked up
You know you don't want these problems
Nigga, you know you don't want these problems
Nigga, don't get it fucked up
Don't get it fucked up
You know you don't want these problems
Nigga, you know you don't want these problems
It's funny how niggas get hype when they get on stage with a mic
You know I see em bitin' the style cool, they still can't deliver it right
I've been killin' this shit for so long, I don't remember the hype
What's that like? They ain't really bout that life, They ain't really bout that life
No lie on this mic, chillin' with habitual whores
Hit 'er with the hammer like Thor
This ain't no boy, this a G4 ho, act like you been here before
Open up the suicide doors, like I jumped out the window of the 25th floor
Ready for war, I came out the womb with a sword, cut my umbilical chord
See I'm headin' where you ain't never been
We are not the same and that's evident
I make flexin' just look so effortless
Hit that celary til I'm hella baked
See these hoes, these hoes ain't celibate
And they ain't hesitant, not at all
For a nigga with a proper draw, she give me that box like a post office dropped it off, that's real
If you knew it as you don't
Nigga, this ain't what you want
Keep on playin' with me hatin' and you ain't gon' make it home
If you knew it as you don't
Nigga, this ain't what you want
Think 'cause I went to prison I won't put the pistol to yo dome
Don't get it fucked up
Don't get it fucked up
You know you don't want these problems
Nigga, you know you don't want these problems
Nigga, don't get it fucked up
Don't get it fucked up
You know you don't want these problems
Nigga, you know you don't want these problems
NO tip, I got these hoes
Live it way, got a sake pose
Covered it like wear ladies flows
New York bitch, real lady clothes
Put em all now, real nigga act
Better put it now
You better go for the Oscars
'Cuz impostors will get whack niggas that's mobsters
That ain't playing that
Niggas wanna sleep, I lay em down
Shine it, you see the way around, no recess in this circle
We don't play around
With my zig-zags I J down this motherfucker real quick
'Cuz life be her bitch
Will I'm gon' serve hers big dick
Boy this Compton, driving lane
Me and y'all, it's bout the same
Same nigga without the game
Keep shit, it ain't potty trained
Big bucks like a Shawty bang, bad boy with that naughty chain
Big stripes like referees but home boy this is not a game
So, break bread with the real bruh
Make sure you live life 'till it kill ya
Drop another molly in my tequila
To my life in my dreams, La Familia
Don't get it fucked up
Don't get it fucked up
You know you don't want these problems
Nigga, you know you don't want these problems
Nigga, don't get it fucked up
Don't get it fucked up
You know you don't want these problems
Nigga, you know you don't want these problems
Off the drama and I'm back nigga
Still a king and that's a fact nigga
Fuck talkin, I'm that nigga
That's one deep, no pact nigga
Bad boy, no act nigga
No internet, but I'm at niggas
New McLaren, all black nigga
That's front and Center like Shaq nigga
In the game but don't play round
Try this shit with me β you get layed down
I stick and move, I don't stay round
Make the hardest nigga turn greyhound
I don't talk the talk, I just run shit
How you think you're me but ain't the shit
Could go bananas on some shit
I keep a team on that dumb shit
I keep a strap that just might clap
Money low and I might trap
Yea I'm on it, fuck my opponent
He run up on me, I might snap
Got me feelin' like fuck em
I'm face to face, I don't duck em
My heat in hand, I don't tuck em
I don't body bag em, I stuff em
With hot shit, hot shit
Yea I'm talkin bout hot shit
With heavy metals I rock shit
'Till showin' 'bove but you not shit
I go for real, just ask T.I.P
I green light my get trip
Six niggas hoppin' out one whip
Go there re-constructin your whole whip
Don't get it fucked up
Don't get it fucked up
You know you don't want these problems
Nigga, you know you don't want these problems
Nigga, don't get it fucked up
Don't get it fucked up
You know you don't want these problems
Nigga, you know you don't want these problems
The song βProblemβ by Problem feat. DJ Quik is a gritty and unapologetic rap track that talks about the violent and intimidating life of a gangsta. The chorus echoes multiple times βdon't get it fucked upβ which suggests that the listener must not underestimate the singerβs capacity for violence. The first verse follows the typical tropes of gangsta rap where the singer boasts about their weapon, their gang affiliation, and their readiness to use violence. The second verse is more focused on proving the singerβs worth as a rapper and highlighting their dominant position in the genre. The final verse returns to the theme of violence, and the singer threatens to cause harm to anyone who dares to cross them. The songβs overall message can be interpreted as a warning to any potential enemies to stay away from the singer if they don't wanna get hurt.
This song is a product of the West Coast gangsta rap scene, which started in the late 1980s with artists like N.W.A and Ice-T. Problem, who is originally from Compton, California, is known for his affiliation with Snoop Dogg and his association with Diamond Lane Music Group. DJ Quik, on the other hand, is a legendary rapper, singer, and producer from Compton, famous for his unique production style blending elements of funk, soul, and jazz. βProblemβ is one of the most successful tracks from Problemβs discography, and it has been played more than 20 million times on Spotify alone. The song became a hit due to its catchy hook and the aggressive tone that resonates with fans of gangsta rap.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't get it fucked up
Don't misunderstand the situation
You know you don't want these problems
You're aware that you don't want to face these challenges
Nigga, you know you don't want these problems
You, my friend, are fully aware that you don't want to deal with these difficulties
I got a snub nose, for you fuck hoes
I possess a short-barreled firearm, ready to deal with insignificant people
Steady talkin tough I bet you ain't gon bust though
You keep talking tough, but I doubt you'll take any real action
I'm a gangsta bitch, we ain't alike there ain't a night
I am a tough woman, we are not similar at all, not even for a single night
I ain't ridin' with that 5, Shawty show you're right
I don't associate myself with fake people, Shawty knows what's right
Me slip like pow
I never make mistakes, it's like a powerful punch
On the low between us, I'm strapped right now
Just between us, I am currently carrying a weapon
Yea, fed case, ain't nothing to me
Yeah, facing a federal case is no big deal to me
I'm a head K, know that when you run into me
I am a leader, remember that when you encounter me
Get money, every G you make it like 100 to me
Gain wealth, every grand you earn is equivalent to a hundred to me
I'm fresh out for some these niggas, they big dummies to me
I just got out of prison, and to me, these guys are complete idiots
Okay? Now get some paper if you wanna play
Alright then, if you want to enter the game, you better bring some money
Have yo head in my hallway for 100K
Put a bounty on your head for a hundred thousand dollars
If you knew it as you don't
If you were aware, which you're not
Think 'cause I went to prison I won't put the pistol to yo dome
Don't assume that just because I was in prison, I won't shoot you in the head
It's funny how niggas get hype when they get on stage with a mic
It's amusing how people become energetic when they step on stage with a microphone
You know I see em bitin' the style cool, they still can't deliver it right
I notice them trying to copy my style, but they still can't execute it correctly
I've been killin' this shit for so long, I don't remember the hype
I've been dominating this industry for such a long time that I don't even recall the excitement
What's that like? They ain't really bout that life, They ain't really bout that life
I wonder how it feels? They are not truly living that lifestyle, they are not truly living that lifestyle
No lie on this mic, chillin' with habitual whores
I don't lie when I rap, and I hang out with promiscuous women
Hit 'er with the hammer like Thor
I strike her forcefully like the mythical god Thor
This ain't no boy, this a G4 ho, act like you been here before
I'm not a regular guy, I am high class, act like you've experienced this before
Open up the suicide doors, like I jumped out the window of the 25th floor
I open the car doors vertically, as if I jumped from a window on the 25th floor
Ready for war, I came out the womb with a sword, cut my umbilical chord
Always prepared for battle, I was born with a weapon, and I severed my connection to my mother
See I'm headin' where you ain't never been
I'm going places you've never even dreamed of
We are not the same and that's evident
We are completely different, and it's clear to see
I make flexin' just look so effortless
I make showing off appear to be easy and natural
Hit that celary til I'm hella baked
Smoke marijuana until I am very high
See these hoes, these hoes ain't celibate
These women are not sexually abstinent
And they ain't hesitant, not at all
And they have no reservations or doubts
For a nigga with a proper draw, she give me that box like a post office dropped it off, that's real
When a man with charisma flirts with her, she offers herself sexually like a postal worker delivering a package, that's the truth
NO tip, I got these hoes
I don't have to bribe, I have control over these women
Live it way, got a sake pose
Living life in a unique way, I have a confident stance
Covered it like wear ladies flows
I conceal it like wearing feminine attire
New York bitch, real lady clothes
A woman from New York, dressed in high-quality clothing
Put em all now, real nigga act
Put them all in line, act like a genuine man
Better put it now
Better be smart and understand the situation
You better go for the Oscars
You better aim for the highest achievements
'Cuz impostors will get whack niggas that's mobsters
Because phonies will be eliminated by actual gangsters
That ain't playing that
That's not a game
Niggas wanna sleep, I lay em down
People want to underestimate me, but I put them in their place
Shine it, you see the way around, no recess in this circle
Look closely, you'll understand everything; there is no break or rest in this group
We don't play around
We don't mess around
With my zig-zags I J down this motherfucker real quick
I swiftly navigate through this place with my rolled marijuana joints
'Cuz life be her bitch
Because life is difficult and unpredictable
Will I'm gon' serve hers big dick
I will satisfy her with my impressive sexual performance
Boy this Compton, driving lane
Boy, this is Compton, where I rule
Me and y'all, it's bout the same
I am on the same level as you all
Same nigga without the game
I'm the same person without this rap industry
Keep shit, it ain't potty trained
I handle things, even if they're not under control
Big bucks like a Shawty bang, bad boy with that naughty chain
A lot of money like a gun's blast, a rebellious man with an eye-catching necklace
Big stripes like referees but home boy this is not a game
I have a lot of accomplishments like referees, but my friend, this is not a game
So, break bread with the real bruh
So, share your earnings with the genuine ones, brother
Make sure you live life 'till it kill ya
Ensure that you live your life to the fullest, even until the end
Drop another molly in my tequila
Add another MDMA pill into my tequila drink
To my life in my dreams, La Familia
Cheers to my life and my dreams, my family
Off the drama and I'm back nigga
I'm over the conflicts and I'm back, my friend
Still a king and that's a fact nigga
I am still a leader, and that's the truth, my friend
Fuck talkin, I'm that nigga
I don't need to talk, I am that person
That's one deep, no pact nigga
I'm alone, without any alliances, my friend
Bad boy, no act nigga
I'm a troublemaker, not an actor, my friend
No internet, but I'm at niggas
I am connected to people, even without the use of the internet
New McLaren, all black nigga
I have a new black McLaren sports car, my friend
That's front and Center like Shaq nigga
That's prominent and in the spotlight, just like Shaq, my friend
Try this shit with me β you get layed down
If you attempt to challenge me, you'll end up in a vulnerable position
I stick and move, I don't stay round
I attack and evade, I don't linger in one place
Make the hardest nigga turn greyhound
I can make the toughest person run away in fear
I don't talk the talk, I just run shit
I don't just talk, I take control of everything
How you think you're me but ain't the shit
How can you think you're like me, but you're not significant
Could go bananas on some shit
I could go crazy and cause chaos
I keep a team on that dumb shit
I have a crew that participates in foolishness
I keep a strap that just might clap
I carry a firearm that might go off
Money low and I might trap
If my finances are running low, I might turn to illegal activities
Yea I'm on it, fuck my opponent
Yeah, I'm focused on my own success, screw my competition
He run up on me, I might snap
If someone approaches me aggressively, I might lose control
Got me feelin' like fuck em
They have made me feel indifferent towards them
I'm face to face, I don't duck em
I confront them directly, I don't avoid them
My heat in hand, I don't tuck em
I hold my firearm, I don't hide it
I don't body bag em, I stuff em
I don't kill them, I incapacitate them
With hot shit, hot shit
With powerful ammunition, dangerous ammunition
Yea I'm talkin bout hot shit
Yeah, I'm referring to dangerous situations
With heavy metals I rock shit
With powerful firearms, I dominate
'Till showin' 'bove but you not shit
Until I display my superiority, but you are insignificant
I go for real, just ask T.I.P
I go for real, just ask T.I.P
I green light my get trip
I give the green light for my team to take action
Six niggas hoppin' out one whip
Six individuals exiting a single vehicle
Go there re-constructin your whole whip
Go there and completely destroy your car
Lyrics Β© Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Clifford Harris
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jesse J
Both of them are WestcoastΒ music geniuses.. this shit goes TOO hard.. got it on repeat ever since I first heard it..been bumpin itΒ through allΒ Phoenix..
Luke James
Dope EP! I'm always glad to hear more music from Quik - and Problem did his thing, too.
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Z I L L
DJ Quik is a funking legend
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joshbpimpinmusic
you know the shit bumpin when you don't see no troll comments....beautiful
alhall3
Do you know how dope you gotta be to remix ya own Classic and create a new Classic? Iβm done!!! Legendary shit!!