Although Proof first rose to national prominence as a part of the rap group D12, he had been fairly successful on his own. Most notably, he was featured in The Source's Unsigned Hype column in 1999 and came close to winning the 1998 Blaze Battle. His first television appearance can be seen in the Aaliyah video "Age Ain't Nothing But a Number". In 2000, Proof toured along with Eminem, Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg in the Up In Smoke Tour as a backup rapper for Eminem. He rose to prominence in 2001 with the release of Devil's Night, D12's debut album with Interscope Records. The following year, Proof collaborated with Dogmatic on Promatic and joined Eminem's "Anger Management" tour in support of the release. He also appeared in Eminem's semi-autobiographical film 8 Mile; although in the film the character based on him, Future, was portrayed by Mekhi Phifer, he appeared as Lil' Tic, a freestyle rapper who trounces the lead character with his battle verse.
On April 11, 2006, Proof was killed by a gunshot wound to the head at the CCC Club by Mario Etheridge on 8 Mile Road in Detroit, Michigan after fatally shooting U.S. military veteran Keith Bender Jr.
Proof was buried on April 19 at Woodlawn Cemetery, in Detroit to a full house of 2,000 with thousands mourning outside. Eminem and Obie Trice read eulogies at the service.
2. ProoF is a hardcore band founded in the summer of 2006 in Bucharest,Romania.Our first EP "Blood Money" was released in 2010 and we're currently working on our second material.We've shared the stage with Deez Nuts,Death Before Dishonor,Born From Pain,Ignite,Decapitated,No Turning Back,The Setup,Last Hope,Tonedown,Confronto,Burnthe8track,Manifestation,Bleed Into One,Subscribe,shows at festivals like Noisefun Festival - Arenele Romane,Bucharest Wheels Arena - Romexpo,Route68 Summerfest,Free Fest Ploiesti,Open Camp Vaslui,Mighty Owl Festivals and toured all over the country.
Official fb page: https://www.facebook.com/proofhc
ProoF - Final Judgment video : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4mSrghnBqz
Discography:
- Blood Money (2010)
3. Nu-metal band from Orokovice, Czech republic.
we miss u proof <3
72nd & Central
Proof Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
John John, could, could I get your autograph?
Could I get your autograph? (Sure kid)
Oh, yeah yeah yeah, just
Could you sign this for me please? (Sure, what's your name?)
Thanks thanks, I'm a real big fan, thanks thanks
(Here you are) Thanks a lot!
Could do that, hot as hell though
Yo yo, what, uhh what
Bella {?} hop to this, what, uhh, uhh
Set it down dawg, what
(One by one) Rule one up in this bitch for real
Roll with a couple niggaz like Dave SeVille
'Cause they'll, uh clean you out like some golden seals
Put your hands up, give me yo' scrill nigga, uhh
(Two by two) Your bucket is clean, you ridin' mean
Pull up at the light on them Spree's (gimme that!)
School Craft wanna jingle your keys
Whatchu 'bout to do? Bleed!
(3, 1, 3) Y'all don't run the streets, the streets run you
Put a gun to your kids, "Art of War" Sun-Tzu
In the jungle stay humble or stumble and fumble
'Til death inside a rumble
(Four by four) Rule four better get this down
Before niggaz gon' beef better have that four-pound (uhh)
And bust like four rounds, kick the door down
Get yo' ass up outta town nigga, uhh, uhh
(Five by five) Niggaz connive, I thought you knew it
Your main man's settin' you up nigga you blew it
Told him what you doin', nigga, you're ruined
You ain't knowin'?
(6, 6, 6) The Devil's your man, the ghetto's your land
When you got knocked yo' block turned yellow and ran
When you got sugar, why settle for sand?
Never snitch when you clip and put your melons in cans
(Seven by seven) Rule seven kinda where my heart at
You want beef in the street? Don't start that
'Cause we'll have some niggaz up in yo' apartment
Jumpin' outta places where it's real dark at, uhh
(Eight by eight) You're carryin' weight, hey, but wait
A lot of hungry niggaz know where you stay
Address your address, change your place
Before you spray nigga
(Nine by nine) I learned a lot from stank if you got bank
Fuck buyin' gats bitch, get a tank
Fuck a firearm, get a wired bomb
'Cause when you blow yourself up at least you dyin' warm
Ten jewels
[Chorus]
Ten reasons, nine Glocks, eight shots
Seven cops, six drop on five blocks (for sho!)
Three cousins, two/too hot, one law, family
We put no man befo', ten jewels now tell 'em
It's one purpose, one goal, two halves
Get a whole, three niggaz, one song (for sho!)
Five ways, six days, seven plus
Eight/A.K., we can let the nine spray y'all
(Nine by nine) Oh I'm not real cause I pop pills?
Bring your block to my block nigga get your whole block killed
Don't let the "Purple Pills" shit confuse you
One outta my hand, the life'll lose you nigga
(Eight by eight) You lay at your wake
You was played, slugs struck the Escalade
Your brain rest on what Motor City paved
No more sunny days
(Seven by seven) Rule seven, some'in you better tell 'em
Good coke, good weed, y'all better sell 'em
Cause they'll put some'in up into your cerebellum
Proof, you better tell 'em
(Six by six) Assume it's only for conversation
Let's conversate, simple nigga the .38 indiff'
Mine'll set trip, empty out the clip
Hold up, a .38 ain't got clips
(Five by five) Niggaz be live before they die
'Til the test the wrong animal then they spirit fly
Just know the game while you playin the tough guy
That's yo' life
(Four by four) For all you niggaz think this rap shit's a joke
You get smacked and choked, bring the dagger and cloak
I put my fuckin' heart into this shit that I wrote
You muh'fuckers on some dope?
(Three by three) Watch who near you, focus on your rear view
Outta life, yo the trife wanna clear you
Don't get caught on E and fought on streets
Be a victim of "Grand Theft Auto 3"
(Two by two) Trust no one when you're gettin' them
Put your life in perspective, you're killin 'em
Envious niggaz stay jealousy driven
Niggaz need to be listenin'
(One by one) It's one reason why I still let you breathe
It's one reason why the fuckin' tec won't squeeze
It's one reason why you ain't go out like NSync
That's 'cause it's one other nigga that'll do it for me, yo
[Chorus]
Ten jewels
In "72nd & Central," Proof creates a cautionary tale about the dangers of the streets. Despite the song's somewhat playful opening, which features a fictional encounter with John Lennon, the lyrics quickly turn serious as Proof lays out a series of rules for avoiding trouble. The song is structured around a countdown, with each stanza beginning with a higher number, culminating in "10 Jewels" - a summary of the valuable lessons he's shared. The rules cover a range of topics, from the dangers of buying guns to avoiding betrayal by friends. Proof warns that even successful drug dealers can quickly become targets, advocating for the use of bombs over guns as a way to take out opponents. He urges listeners to be constantly vigilant, as even the slightest misstep can end in tragedy.
Line by Line Meaning
Mr. Lennon, Mr. Lennon!
Calling out to John Lennon, expressing excitement and admiration
John John, could, could I get your autograph?
Asking John Lennon for his autograph
Could I get your autograph? (Sure kid)
John Lennon agreeing to give his autograph
Oh, yeah yeah yeah, just
Excited response to John Lennon's agreement
Could you sign this for me please? (Sure, what's your name?)
Asking John Lennon to sign a specific item and providing name
Thanks thanks, I'm a real big fan, thanks thanks
Expressing gratitude and emphasizing being a fan
(Here you are) Thanks a lot!
Showing appreciation for receiving the autograph
Word uhh
Expression of affirmation
Could do that, hot as hell though
Acknowledging the request but also recognizing the difficult circumstances
Yo yo, what, uhh what
Interjection to grab attention and seek clarification
Bella {?} hop to this, what, uhh, uhh
Suggesting someone named Bella should follow instructions
Set it down dawg, what
Requesting someone to calm down or stop their actions
(One by one) Rule one up in this bitch for real
Introduction to a set of rules or guidelines
Roll with a couple niggaz like Dave SeVille
Associating with individuals similar to Dave SeVille, implying loyalty and unity
'Cause they'll, uh clean you out like some golden seals
Warning about the consequences of associating with those who may take advantage
Put your hands up, give me yo' scrill nigga, uhh
Demanding money from someone, using street slang
(Two by two) Your bucket is clean, you ridin' mean
Commenting on the cleanliness and style of someone's car
Pull up at the light on them Spree's (gimme that!)
Desiring another person's possessions, specifically their car
School Craft wanna jingle your keys
Referencing a location where one desires to steal someone's keys
Whatchu 'bout to do? Bleed!
Threatening violence if the person does not comply
(3, 1, 3) Y'all don't run the streets, the streets run you
Highlighting the control and influence the streets have over individuals
Put a gun to your kids, 'Art of War' Sun-Tzu
Using a violent scenario to convey the idea of power dynamics
In the jungle stay humble or stumble and fumble
Advising to maintain humility or face the consequences
'Til death inside a rumble
Suggesting that conflict and violence can lead to fatal consequences
(Four by four) Rule four better get this down
Introducing another rule or guideline
Before niggaz gon' beef better have that four-pound (uhh)
Warning to be equipped with a firearm before engaging in conflict
And bust like four rounds, kick the door down
Advocating aggression and force in a confrontational situation
Get yo' ass up outta town nigga, uhh, uhh
Commanding someone to leave town immediately
(Five by five) Niggaz connive, I thought you knew it
Expressing disappointment in someone's deceitful behavior
Your main man's settin' you up nigga you blew it
Revealing that someone's trusted ally is betraying them
Told him what you doin', nigga, you're ruined
Highlighting the consequences of sharing sensitive information
You ain't knowin'?
Questioning the person's awareness or understanding
(6, 6, 6) The Devil's your man, the ghetto's your land
Drawing parallels between the influence of the Devil and the person's environment
When you got knocked yo' block turned yellow and ran
Describing the person's cowardly reaction when faced with a threatening situation
When you got sugar, why settle for sand?
Encouraging the person to aim for something better rather than accepting mediocrity
Never snitch when you clip and put your melons in cans
Advising against betraying others when involved in illegal activities
(Seven by seven) Rule seven kinda where my heart at
Introducing another rule or guideline that holds personal significance
You want beef in the street? Don't start that
Warning against initiating conflict
'Cause we'll have some niggaz up in yo' apartment
Implying consequences for instigating trouble
Jumpin' outta places where it's real dark at, uhh
Suggesting potential violent encounters in dark and secluded locations
(Eight by eight) You're carryin' weight, hey, but wait
Acknowledging someone's influence and status but urging caution
A lot of hungry niggaz know where you stay
Noting the awareness of others who may target the person
Address your address, change your place
Advising the person to relocate for their own safety
Before you spray nigga
Warning against resorting to violence
(Nine by nine) I learned a lot from stank if you got bank
Acknowledging the influence of someone named Stank in matters of wealth
Fuck buyin' gats bitch, get a tank
Rejecting the idea of purchasing firearms and suggesting a drastic alternative
Fuck a firearm, get a wired bomb
Emphasizing the preference for explosive weaponry
'Cause when you blow yourself up at least you dyin' warm
Suggesting that dying in an explosion may be preferable to other forms of death
Ten jewels
Referring to valuable pieces of wisdom or knowledge
[Chorus]
Transition to the chorus section
Ten reasons, nine Glocks, eight shots
Enumerating various elements related to firearms
Seven cops, six drop on five blocks (for sho!)
Depicting encounters with law enforcement and violence in specific locations
Three cousins, two/too hot, one law, family
Highlighting the complexities and conflicts within a family
We put no man befo', ten jewels now tell 'em
Emphasizing the principle of prioritizing family and imparting wisdom to others
It's one purpose, one goal, two halves
Establishing a singular objective and two components necessary for success
Get a whole, three niggaz, one song (for sho!)
Describing the process of collaboration and unity in creating music
Five ways, six days, seven plus
Enumerating different factors related to time and decision-making
Eight/A.K., we can let the nine spray y'all
Referring to firearms and implying a willingness to use them
(Nine by nine) Oh I'm not real cause I pop pills?
Reacting to criticism about drug use and questioning one's authenticity
Bring your block to my block nigga get your whole block killed
Warning others about the consequences of provoking violence
Don't let the 'Purple Pills' shit confuse you
Advising not to be misled by a certain song or behavior
One outta my hand, the life'll lose you nigga
Asserting the potential danger and fatal consequences of their actions
(Eight by eight) You lay at your wake
Describing a person's funeral and the finality of their demise
You was played, slugs struck the Escalade
Expressing that the person was tricked and became a victim of gun violence
Your brain rest on what Motor City paved
Suggesting that the person's legacy is tied to their association with Detroit
No more sunny days
Implying a loss of happiness and positive experiences
(Seven by seven) Rule seven, some'in you better tell 'em
Drawing attention to another rule as a significant message
Good coke, good weed, y'all better sell 'em
Urging others to capitalize on the profitable drug trade
Cause they'll put some'in up into your cerebellum
Warning about potential harm or death if one fails to comply
Proof, you better tell 'em
Highlighting the responsibility of Proof to spread this message
(Six by six) Assume it's only for conversation
Considering a particular theme or topic as purely theoretical or speculative
Let's conversate, simple nigga the .38 indiff'
Proposing a conversation and dismissing the relevance of a .38 caliber handgun
Mine'll set trip, empty out the clip
Asserting the potential for violence and emptying a firearm's magazine
Hold up, a .38 ain't got clips
Recognizing an error in colloquial language and clarifying the technicality
(Five by five) Niggaz be live before they die
Observing how people portray themselves confidently before meeting their demise
'Til the test the wrong animal then they spirit fly
Describing a situation where overconfidence results in fatal consequences
Just know the game while you playin the tough guy
Advising to be knowledgeable about the streets while attempting to maintain a tough image
That's yo' life
Emphasizing that one's actions and choices ultimately determine their fate
(Four by four) For all you niggaz think this rap shit's a joke
Addressing those who underestimate the seriousness and significance of rap music
You get smacked and choked, bring the dagger and cloak
Asserting that disrespect will be met with physical harm and aggression
I put my fuckin' heart into this shit that I wrote
Expressing the passion and personal investment put into the lyrics
You muh'fuckers on some dope?
Questioning the sanity or rationality of those who don't appreciate the music
(Three by three) Watch who near you, focus on your rear view
Advising to be cautious and aware of one's surroundings
Outta life, yo the trife wanna clear you
Recognizing that individuals with malicious intent may want to harm or eliminate you
Don't get caught on E and fought on streets
Warning against running out of resources and being involved in street altercations
Be a victim of 'Grand Theft Auto 3'
Comparing real-life misfortune to the consequences in a video game
(Two by two) Trust no one when you're gettin' them
Advocating for caution and skepticism when interacting with others
Put your life in perspective, you're killin 'em
Encouraging self-reflection and prioritizing personal success
Envious niggaz stay jealousy driven
Pointing out the negative effects of envy and jealousy
Niggaz need to be listenin'
Emphasizing the importance of others paying attention and heeding the advice
(One by one) It's one reason why I still let you breathe
Acknowledging a specific reason for allowing someone to continue living
It's one reason why the fuckin' tec won't squeeze
Explaining the singular motive behind not resorting to violence
It's one reason why you ain't go out like NSync
Comparing one's fate to the ending of the boy band NSync's career
That's 'cause it's one other nigga that'll do it for me, yo
Revealing that someone else is willing to take matters into their own hands
[Chorus]
Transition to the chorus section
Ten jewels
Referring to valuable pieces of wisdom or knowledge
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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@YungTazOfficial
Word uhh
Could do that, hot as hell though
Yo.. yo, what, uhh.. what
Bella{?} hop to this, what, uhh, uhh
Set it down dawg, what..
[Verse 1: J-Hill]
(One by one) Rule one up in this bitch for real
Roll with a couple niggas like Dave SeVille
Cause they'll, uh - clean you out like some golden seals
Put your hands up, give me yo' scrill nigga, uhh
[Verse 2: Obie Trice]
(Two by two) Your bucket is clean, you ridin mean
Pull up at the light on them Spree's (gimme that!)
School Craft wanna jingle your keys
Whatchu 'bout to do? Bleed!
[Verse 3: Proof]
(Three one three) Y'all don't run the streets, the streets run you
Put a gun to your kids, "Art of War" Sun-Tzu
In the jungle stay humble or stumble and fumble
'til death inside a rumble
[Verse 4: J-Hill]
(Four by four) Rule four better get this down
Before niggas gon' beef better have that four-pound (uhh)
And bust like four rounds, kick the door down
Get yo' ass up outta town nigga, uhh, uhh
[Verse 5: Obie Trice]
(Five by five) Niggas connive, I thought you knew it
Your main man's settin you up nigga you blew it
Told him what you doin, nigga, you're ruined
You ain't knowin?
[Verse 6: Proof]
(Six six six) The Devil's your man, the ghetto's your land
When you got knocked yo' block turned yellow and ran
When you got sugar, why settle for sand?
Never snitch when you clip and put your melons in cans
[Verse 7: J-Hill]
(Seven by seven) Rule seven kinda where my heart at
You want beef in the street? Don't start that
Cause we'll have some niggas up in yo' apartment
Jumpin outta places where it's real dark at, uhh
[Verse 8: Obie Trice]
(Eight by eight) You're carryin weight, hey, but wait
A lot of hungry niggas know where you stay
Address your address, change your place
Before you spray nigga
[Verse 9: Proof]
(Nine by nine) I learned a lot from stank if you got bank
Fuck buyin gats bitch, get a tank
Fuck a firearm, get a wired bomb
Cause when you blow yourself up at least you dyin warm {*explosion*}
Ten jewels
[Chorus: Proof & J-Hill]
Ten reasons, nine Glocks, eight shots
Seven cops, six drop on five blocks (For sho'!)
Three cousins, two/too hot, one law, family
We put no man befo', ten jewels now tell 'em
It's one purpose, one goal, two halves
Get a whole, three niggas, one song (For sho'!)
Five ways, six days, seven plus
Eight/A.K., we can let the nine spray y'all
[Verse 10: Proof]
(NIne by nine) Oh I'm not real cause I pop pills?
Bring your block to my block nigga get your whole block killed
Don't let the "Purple Pills" shit confuse you
One outta my hand, the life'll lose you nigga
[Verse 11: Obie Trice]
(Eight by eight) You lay at your wake
You was played, slugs struck the Escalade
Your brain rest on what Motor City paved
No more sunny days
[Verse 12: J-Hill]
(Seven by seven) Rule seven, some'in you better tell 'em
Good coke, good weed, y'all better sell 'em
Cause they'll put some'in up into your cerebellum
Proof, you better tell 'em
[Verse 13: Proof]
(Six by six) Assume it's only for conversation
Let's conversate, simple nigga the .38 indiff'
Mine'll set trip, empty out the clip
Hold up, a .38 ain't got clips
[Verse 14: Obie Trice]
(Five by five) Niggas be live before they die
'til the test the wrong animal then they spirit fly
Just know the game while you playin the tough guy
That's yo' life
[Verse 15: J-Hill]
(Four by four) For all you niggas think this rap shit's a joke
You get smacked and choked, bring the dagger and cloak
I put my fuckin heart into this shit that I wrote
You muh'fuckers on some dope?
[Verse 16: Proof]
(Three by three) Watch who near you, focus on your rearview
Outta life, yo the trife wanna clear you
Don't get caught on E and fought on streets
Be a victim of "Grand Theft Auto 3"
[Verse 17: Obie Trice]
(Two by two) Trust no one when you're gettin them
Put your life in perspective, you're killin 'em
Envious niggas stay jealousy driven
Niggas need to be listenin
[Verse 18: J-Hill]
(One by one) It's one reason why I still let you breathe
It's one reason why the fuckin tec won't squeeze
It's one reason why you ain't go out like N*Sync
That's cause it's one other nigga that'll do it for me, yo
[Chorus: Proof & J-Hill]
Ten reasons, nine Glocks, eight shots
Seven cops, six drop on five blocks (For sho'!)
Three cousins, two/too hot, one law, family
We put no man befo', ten jewels now tell 'em
It's one purpose, one goal, two halves
Get a whole, three niggas, one song (For sho'!)
Five ways, six days, seven plus
Eight/A.K., we can let the nine spray y'all
[Outro: Proof]
Ten jewels...
@owenwu-pac5418
Obie and Proof are so underrated man
@anthonyl1787
Beat goes hard on this... and they killed it. RIP PROOF!
@JaredThaBoi
Wish Proof was still here he and Obie Trice made a great collaboration together, rest in peace
@legalizeweed3830
So underrated. I own the album. R.I.P. Proof!
@m.aoxhellroemyllosaii3373
I'm very happy for 3 reasons rn. 1st reason is that I finally found this sick song which I was looking for it last few yrs, 2nd reason that I guess I'm lucky to find a channel that shares only Proofs muzick. And the 3rd reason that makes me really happy is that all the comments are positive. No one among em talking badly about derty Harry or comments negatively. Thank God. He was blessed. And loved by everyone who knew him or met him or listened to his unique music. Rest in peace P. You'll be always missed, still my number one fav rapper and always will be. 🙏
@endanarchy
This album got me through one of my deepest depression episodes in my life. Alone with family on the other side of the country. The mad Quartet started with this track, moved to Sammy the Bull, Black Wrist came in and then Slum finished with him. This is where the album climaxed and went on repeat with me.
Dark days.
@dropagemonem
this is maybe most gangsta song ever. proof was real g unlike from many who claim it without nothing.
@turtleanton6539
cyclodolic & alcoholic true
@ashtonbgarcia5752
cyclodolic & alcoholic i used to bang this shit when i was 15 16 and im 27 now stil banging this shit......this song stuck wit me over years #DetroitBornNRaised
@wubonkald322
totally agree