All beats for the Rydas music are stolen, or used without permission, from mainstream artists such as Nelly, The Godfather and Cypress Hill. If a lawsuit were ever to be filed against them, they would just close down the label and walk. To date, The Rydas remain free from legal action.
As the Rydas, the artists take on the aliases of Bullet (Violent J), Full Clip (Shaggy 2 Dope), Foe Foe (Monoxide), Lil' Shank (Jamie Madrox), Cell Block (Blaze Ya Dead Homie), and Yung Dirt (Boondox).
Compared to their alter egos on Psychopathic Records, the Rydas are unique in that their music is not horrorcore, but gangsta rap.
In 2000, Myzery left Psychopathic Records, hence removing Twin Gatz from the Rydas lineup. Many believed the group would be weakened because of this, but the group remained stronger than ever. In 2001, their second album was released at the 2nd Gathering and was entitled Ryden Dirtay. It featured the remaining five Rydas and is widely considered to be better than the first album.
Also in 2002, Pendulum #7 from the Pendulum comic books was released, featuring 3 Rydas solo songs: What Rydas Do Fo Money?, by Full Clip, and Who Wanna Flex? & I Don't Wanna Die, by Bullet.
Their third album, Check Your Shit in Bitch!, was released in 2004. This album featured "Sawed Off" and "Converse", bringing the Rydas lineup to its highest at 7 members, and featured 13 brand new tracks. Plus, an untitled EP was sold alongside the album at the 2004 Gathering, featuring a song off the album called Scrimps, as well as three exclusive songs. Also, at that year's Gathering the Rydas performed at the Mystery Seminar, minus Converse.
On October 21, 2005, Esham officially left Psychopathic Records, as did Anybody Killa on February 3, 2006, therefore removing Sawed Off and Converse from the lineup.
There are currently 6 members in the group working on a new album in their portable studio while on The Tempest Tour. In a recent interview from Violent J from faygoluvers.net, the title of the new album will be Duk Da Fuk Down, and it is expected to be released sometime in 2007. The new lineup will be Violent J, Shaggy 2 Dope, Jamie Madrox, Monoxide, Blaze Ya Dead Homie, and at the time newly added Boondox.
In the special Gathering 07' addition of Weekly Freekly Weekly on the scrolling text box says one of the new rydas name is Yung Dirt, pointing to Boondox because of the southern roots and talking bout "the red dirt looks like blood" from lyrics on his songs.
In July 2007, the new Psychopathic Rydas video for the song Duk Da Fuk Down was released, introducing the new member Yung Dirt (Boondox). The video shows gangsta rap imagery, continuing the classic and known Psychopathic Rydas themes.
The Line Up
Psychopathic Rydas Lyrics
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Than, Than, Thanks a lot,
Listen, I have to tell you,
We′ve arrested six different individuals,
And, uh, what we'd like you to do is,
Take a look at them,
We′d like you to,
Listen to their voices,
I gotta tell you, I don't know if I'm comfortable,
But don′t worry I want you to know they cannot see you,
(Madrox: Yes we can motherfucker)
They cannot see you through this glass,
He just said he could see me,
He said he could see you and me,
Inmate number one,
Step forth and say your name,
[Full Clip:]
Full Clip motherfucker,
And don′t think for a second that I don't know where your momma stay at,
You little bitch,
Kinda looks like him,
Inmate number two,
Please step up and identify yourself,
[′Lil Shank:]
Hey, I'm ′Lil Shank motherfucker,
What the fuck y'all two bitches lookin′ at?
God, It's so hard to tell,
They all look the same,
Number 3,
Walk toward the glass and identify yourself,
[Yung Dirt:]
Motherfucking Yung Dirt,
Hey,
You look like the bitch I tried to kill yesterday,
Hey, I'm gonna fucking kill you bitch,
That looks a lot like him,
Tha, Tha, That looks like him,
Alright, number four,
[Bullet:]
Bullet bitch,
Remember me motherfucker,
The day I get out,
I′m a be inside your house,
You sure they can′t see us?
Number five,
Come toward the glass,
[Cell Block:]
Cell Block motherfucker,
Thanks for the truck homeboy,
And when you get that new one,
I'm a get that bitch too,
You gon′ give it up,
I, I, I, I think this is a bad idea,
Number six,
Please identify yourself,
[Foe Foe:]
Foe Foe you bitch ass tricks,
I got clips for both y'all motherfuckers,
I′m killing you and your motherfucking neighbors,
All I'm going to say is that I heard that voice,
Ut oh,
Uh, Are they supposed to have guns?
[Cell Block:]
Duk da fuk down!
The opening lines of Psychopathic Rydas' song The Line Up are spoken by a police officer to a victim who has come in to identify their attackers. The officer informs the victim that six different individuals have been arrested, and requests that they take a look at them and listen to their voices in an attempt to identify the person(s) who harmed their family. The victim expresses discomfort, but the officer assures them that they are safe and cannot be seen through the glass. However, it is soon revealed that the inmates can see the victim and are taunting them. As each inmate is called to step forward and say their name, they threaten the victim with violence and brag about their criminal activity. The victim is unable to positively identify their attacker(s).
The lyrics present a tense and unsettling situation, with the victim being placed in a vulnerable position and the inmates being portrayed as violent and dangerous. The officers' assurances are hollow as it becomes clear that the inmates are able to see the victim and are not afraid to make threats. The use of violent language and imagery serves to heighten the tension and create a sense of danger. The victim's inability to identify their attacker(s) highlights the difficulty of achieving justice in such situations and the traumatic impact of violent crime.
Line by Line Meaning
Your a very strong person for coming here,
We acknowledge your bravery for coming to help us in this investigation.
Than, Than, Thanks a lot,
Thank you for coming here and assisting us in identifying the criminals.
Listen, I have to tell you,
We have some important information to discuss.
We've arrested six different individuals,
We have made six arrests related to your case.
And, uh, what we'd like you to do is,
We kindly request that you perform a task for us.
Take a look at them,
We want you to observe the six individuals we arrested.
We'd like you to,
We would appreciate your cooperation in this matter.
Listen to their voices,
Pay close attention to the way they speak.
Try to see if you can possibly identify the person who did this to you and your family,
Please attempt to recognize the criminal who caused harm to you and your loved ones.
I gotta tell you, I don't know if I'm comfortable,
I am uncertain if this is the right course of action.
But don't worry I want you to know they cannot see you,
Rest assured that the criminals are unable to see you.
(Madrox: Yes we can motherfucker)
One of the criminals claims that he can indeed see you.
They cannot see you through this glass,
This glass serves as a barrier between you and the criminals.
He just said he could see me,
One of the criminals has repeated his claim of being able to observe you.
Inmate number one,
The first prisoner is now present.
Step forth and say your name,
Please come forward and introduce yourself.
[Full Clip:] Full Clip motherfucker, And don't think for a second that I don't know where your momma stay at, You little bitch,
I am Full Clip and I am aware of where your mother resides. You are powerless, you insignificant person.
Kinda looks like him,
He bears some resemblance to the criminal.
Inmate number two, Please step up and identify yourself,
The second prisoner is requested to approach and provide identification.
['Lil Shank:] Hey, I'm 'Lil Shank motherfucker, What the fuck y'all two bitches lookin' at?
My name is 'Lil Shank and I am insulted by your observation.
God, It's so hard to tell, They all look the same, Number 3, Walk toward the glass and identify yourself,
It is difficult to distinguish between them since they appear similar to one another. Please identify yourself, third prisoner.
[Yung Dirt:] Motherfucking Yung Dirt, Hey, You look like the bitch I tried to kill yesterday, Hey, I'm gonna fucking kill you bitch,
My name is Yung Dirt and I recognize you as the person I tried to murder yesterday. Your life is in danger, you wretched person.
That looks a lot like him, Tha, Tha, That looks like him, Alright, number four,
He resembles the suspect significantly. We must proceed with the fourth prisoner.
[Bullet:] Bullet bitch, Remember me motherfucker, The day I get out, I'm a be inside your house,
I am Bullet and I demand that you acknowledge me. Once I am released, I will be in your residence.
You sure they can't see us? Number five, Come toward the glass,
Are you certain that the criminals cannot see us? Fifth prisoner, approach the glass.
[Cell Block:] Cell Block motherfucker, Thanks for the truck homeboy, And when you get that new one, I'ma get that bitch too, You gon' give it up,
I am Cell Block and I appreciate the use of your truck. When you acquire another, I would like to use it as well. Will you permit me, or not?
I, I, I, I think this is a bad idea, Number six, Please identify yourself,
I am apprehensive about this task. However, sixth prisoner, please provide identification.
[Foe Foe:] Foe Foe you bitch ass tricks, I got clips for both y'all motherfuckers, I'm killing you and your motherfucking neighbors,
I am Foe Foe and I despise both of you. I possess weaponry capable of killing you and everyone near you.
All I'm gonna say is that I heard that voice, Ut oh, Uh, Are they supposed to have guns?
I heard that voice and that is all I shall share. Oh no, are the prisoners allowed to have firearms?
[Cell Block:] Duk da fuk down!
Get down immediately!
Contributed by Lincoln J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.