1) rapper from Mobb Deep
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1) Albert Johnson (born November 2, 1974 in Bradford, Brooklyn, New York and died on June 20, 2017 in Las Vegas), better known by his stage name Prodigy, was a member of the hip hop duo Mobb Deep. Prodigy worked as a solo artist since the early 2000s. He was born to parents of Ethiopian and Jamaican descent. Prodigy was born with sickle cell anemia and suffered from the disease throughout his life. Propelled to awareness partially by fellow Queens, New York rapper Nas, who took a similar approach lyrically on his championed "Illmatic" album from 1994, as well as with the aid of a successful single, "Shook Ones Pt. 2," Mobb Deep suddenly found themselves developing a quickly growing cult. A year later, in 1996, Prodigy and Havoc released "Hell on Earth"; debuting at number six on SoundScan, the album found them fully realizing their approach, dropping both evocative beats and cinematic rhymes that communicated the dark side of New York's urban landscape. Thanks to a grim video for "Hell on Earth (Front Lines)" and theatrical Scarface-like photos inside the CD booklet picturing the duo with guns and a mound of cocaine, Mobb Deep had created an elaborate image for themselves that took hardcore gangsta rap to a new level for East Coast hip hop. Their next release, "Murda Muzik", was heavily bootlegged while still in its demo stage, leaking rough versions of the nearly 30 songs the duo had recorded onto the streets and over the internet.
Months after the bootlegs leaked and after several pushed-back street dates, "Murda Muzik" was formally released, debuting at number three on the Billboard charts and quickly going platinum on the strength of "Quiet Storm," a song that epitomized the Mobb Deep style. The album was welcomed by critics, who again lauded the group's lucid cinematics, driven primarily by Havoc's production. In late 2000, Prodigy finally released his long-rumoured solo album, "H.N.I.C.", which saw the more lyrically gifted member of the group collaborating with outside producers such as The Alchemist and Rockwilder on tracks that didn't depart far from the trademark sullen Mobb Deep style. Their follow-up, "Infamy", was the duo’s last album for Loud, distributed by Columbia Records and was, for some, a disappointment lyrically and musically, while others praised it as amongst the best rap albums of the year. Loud was absorbed by its new distributor shortly afterwards.
Mobb Deep then signed with Jive, under a unique deal that gave the duo its own imprint, Infamous Records, and released "Amerika'z Nightmare", a very uneven effort, which featured production by The Alchemist and Lil' Jon. However, despite a successful single that featured a Thomas Dolby sample. The duo was not happy with Jive, and were let go at its request. The duo took a hiatus afterwards and came back in 2006, signing to 50 Cent’s Interscope/Universal-distributed G-Unit imprint. Their well-hyped "Blood Money" was a failure from the money side when compared to fellow label mates like 50 Cent, Young Buck and Lloyd Banks. Some accused the duo of selling out, with their beats and rhymes not up-to-par with previous efforts on Loud.
He completed work on his third solo album "H.N.I.C. Part 2", which was previewed on his official mixtape "The Return of the Mac" on the independent label Koch Records. The mixtape single and mixtape video are called "Mac 10 Handle," and it shows Prodigy once again reverting to his trademark braids that he had prior to the release of Mobb Deep's 2004 "Amerika'z Nightmare" album; different from the short fade he had from 2004 to 2006. "H.N.I.C. Pt. 2 was released through Voxonic Inc., of which Prodigy is an equity holder.
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Delt W/The Bullshit
Prodigy Lyrics
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Dunn it's real like that
[Havoc]
Uh huh yeah
Uh huh yeah(uh huh)
Yeah, ha(solo on that ass ? dealt with the bullshit)
Check me out dunn(yeah)
Yo
Feel me on the road, feel me at the shows
Feel me for what I stand for
And I'm a do it til the death til I can't no more
Fuck a hoe, it's all about dough
Still, fuck her and still don't love em
That's word to mother
Un-cover the truth, enjoy my youth
It's die or lose
I wonder what if I was sittin in the pen
On the strength that I had to hurt something
'Cause my stomach hurtin
I'm a cool nigga, but don't let me start buggin
Love my moms, love my little sis, plus my little dunn
Niggas gotta eat, fuck settling for crumbs
Hell no, me a bum on the streets looking dumb
'Til hell freezes over yo why'all niggas better run
[Chorus: x2]
'Cause I done dealt with the bullshit
Lived through the bullshit
So put a clamp on them loose lips
My niggas do kill shit(pow pow, pow pow pow)
[Prodigy]
Guns redundant
My dunns move in abundance
We loose cannons, my rugger will pop somethin'
What's all the frontin'
Being cavilier will get you nothing
Or maybe touched though
Keep pressing me and we be thumpin' like the ? vs. the hawks
When little boy got a foot long stuck in his back
And punctured his lungs
It's very brutal, how the N.I.C. will do you
Yo get KO'ed and pissed on for being rude
Yeah, respect the colors and the flag I wave
Respect the I.M.D. embroidery
My shit is classic and authentic
Blowin' dick
Y'all niggas grafting my whole presence
Get your own shit
My voltage, be higher than the wire pole get
King vulture, more flyer than your average rap pigeon
Now, twist up your cheebas
I get deeper in debt
My rap page make niggas throw they reefer at us
Love me, bless me, like you supposed to do
Just don't test me niggas I be toasted up
What(echoes)
[Havoc]
'Cause I done dealt with the bullshit and lived through the bullshit
[Chorus]
'Cause I done dealt with the bullshit
Lived through the bullshit(no doubt no doubt, yeah yeah yeah)
So put a clamp on them loose lips
My niggas do kill shit(pow pow, pow pow pow)
[Prodigy]
My style, identical to guns that burst
I'm like a fourth when I go off, or even worse
It's like an ill box cutter fight where no one backs down
My shit burn, make em far from a clown
[Havoc]
Ay yo, likewise
See a nigga that I can't trust is a nigga I despise
Then I, reply with a cold shoulder
You ain't a gat holder, you just a crossover switchover
[Chorus]
'Cause I done dealt with the bullshit
Lived through the bullshit(no doubt no doubt, yeah yeah yeah)
So put a clamp on them loose lips
My niggas do kill shit(pow pow, pow pow pow)
[Chorus]
'Cause I done dealt with the bullshit
Lived through the bullshit(uh huh, yeah)
So put a clamp on them loose lips
My niggas do kill shit(pow pow, pow pow pow)
The song "Delt W/The Bullshit" by Prodigy is a street anthem that basically reflects the life of a hardworking rapper who has dealt with a lot of obstacles on his journey to success. The first verse features Havoc singing about his determination to succeed despite the adversities he has faced. He raps about being focused on making money and not interested in engaging in love affairs, stating clearly that his priority is always the cash. He also talks about the importance of being truthful and enjoying one's youth while one can.
In the second verse, Prodigy delivers his thoughts on the issue, also referring to the struggle to attain success, his group's violent tendencies, and the need to be taken seriously in the rap game. He raps about his style being similar to guns that burst, showing his intensity and hot-headedness when rapping.
In conclusion, "Delt W/The Bullshit" is an excellent track that showcases the raw talent and streetwise lyricism of Prodigy and Havoc from Mobb Deep, who deliver a powerful performance that is both gritty and memorable.
Line by Line Meaning
Dunn it's real like that
I am being honest and straightforward
Feel me on the road, feel me at the shows
Feel me for what I stand for
And I'm a do it til the death til I can't no more
Understand me and what I stand for. I will keep doing it until I am unable to continue
Fuck a hoe, it's all about dough
Still, fuck her and still don't love em
That's word to mother
Money is more important than women. I have no emotional attachment to them
Un-cover the truth, enjoy my youth
It's die or lose
I want to uncover the truth and enjoy my youth because it's either succeed or fail
I'm a cool nigga, but don't let me start buggin
Love my moms, love my little sis, plus my little dunn
Niggas gotta eat, fuck settling for crumbs
Hell no, me a bum on the streets looking dumb
'Til hell freezes over yo why'all niggas better run
I am generally calm and collected, but don't push me. I care for my family and friends, and refuse to settle for less. I will chase my dreams relentlessly
'Cause I done dealt with the bullshit
Lived through the bullshit
So put a clamp on them loose lips
My niggas do kill shit(pow pow, pow pow pow)
I have faced and overcome difficulties. Don't talk too much or my friends will have to take action
Guns redundant
My dunns move in abundance
We loose cannons, my rugger will pop somethin'
What's all the frontin'
Guns are unnecessary when you have a lot of people. We are unpredictable and willing to use violence. Don't act tough without backup
My voltage, be higher than the wire pole get
King vulture, more flyer than your average rap pigeon
Now, twist up your cheebas
I get deeper in debt
My energy level is very high. I am cooler and better than other rappers. I smoke weed to relax, even though it adds to my debt
My rap page make niggas throw they reefer at us
Love me, bless me, like you supposed to do
Just don't test me niggas I be toasted up
My raps are so good, people throw their weed at me. Show me love, but don't challenge me or I will get high and retaliate
'Cause I done dealt with the bullshit and lived through the bullshit
I have overcome challenges and obstacles
My style, identical to guns that burst
I'm like a fourth when I go off, or even worse
It's like an ill box cutter fight where no one backs down
My shit burn, make em far from a clown
My rap style is comparable to a fierce gun. I am aggressive and intimidating. When I perform, it's like a violent fight where no one gives up. My rhymes are powerful and make people take me seriously
Ay yo, likewise
See a nigga that I can't trust is a nigga I despise
Then I, reply with a cold shoulder
You ain't a gat holder, you just a crossover switchover
I feel the same way about those who betray my trust. I will ignore them. They are not tough, just pretending to be
'Cause I done dealt with the bullshit
Lived through the bullshit
So put a clamp on them loose lips
My niggas do kill shit(pow pow, pow pow pow)
I have faced and overcome difficulties. Don't talk too much or my friends will have to take action
'Cause I done dealt with the bullshit
Lived through the bullshit(uh huh, yeah)
So put a clamp on them loose lips
My niggas do kill shit(pow pow, pow pow pow)
I have faced and overcome difficulties. Don't talk too much or my friends will have to take action
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: A. JOHNSON, K. MUCHITA
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Chosen Savior
Gonna have you in heavy rotation for a while. RIP Prodigy. It was a honor to hear your lyrics.
GIMME ELBOW ROOM
now DMX is gone smh my heart can't take it!!!
I miss P & X
KROW
These beat Str8 FLAMEZ!!
Simon Simon Simon
Had the previlege of watchin the illest duo of all time, still cant believe P is gone.. 1 love
sajj brown
Chosen Savior no doubt. ...heavy
Retro RockStar
Everything on this album fireeeeee
Jeremiah RC
Faqs
Black Ice
Still Is Jack!!! My Favorite Hip Hop Album Of All Time MOBB DEEP 4EVER RIH PRODIGY
Lord Infinite
This track flows forever through the veins
thaistomp
big fax