A New Jersey native, Rah Digga attended private school in Maryland where she graduated as salutatorian, then studied electrical engineering at the New Jersey Institute Of Technology. She started rapping after being inspired by artists of hip hop's "golden age" such as Rakim, Kool G. Rap and Queen Latifah, eventually joining the group Twice the Flavor and then Jersey's Outsidaz clique. A Tribe Called Quest's Q-Tip negotiated her a deal with Elektra Records after being impressed by a performance at New York City's Lyricist Lounge (at which time Digga was eight months pregnant). Q-Tip also introduced her to Busta Rhymes, who invited her to join his newly-formed Flipmode Squad crew. The deal with Elektra soon collapsed however and Digga signed to Flipmode Entertainment. She made guest appearanes on Busta's 1997 album When Disaster Strikes as well as the Lyricist Lounge, Vol. 1 compilation (on the track "Be OK", a two-hander with Bahamadia), the first installment of the Hip Hop For Respect anti-police brutality project in memory of Amadou Diallo, and the Fugees track "Cowboys", before joining up with the Flipmode Squad for The Imperial Album (1998). Anticipation mounted for further output, and she recorded tracks with legendary producers Pete Rock and DJ Premier. These and others were included on her solo album Dirty Harriet in 2000.
The follow-up to Dirty Harriet was originally intended to be a duet album with Digga's husband, Young Zee of the Outsidaz. However, this was eventually put on hold for a fully-fledged solo album. However, it was long delayed, partly due to Digga switching labels from J Records to the independent Koch Records; currently a February 2006 release is planned, with the album titled Sucker Free. A single, which may or may not resurface on the album, is "Party Gets Hot Tonight" featuring Akon. Her follow up album that was supposed to be released on J Records was titled Everything Is a Story, and was originally scheduled to be released February 10, 2004. During the time between her first and second solo albums Digga made numerous high-profile guest appearances, including on Busta Rhymes' hit single "I Know What You Want" and on albums by Talib Kweli, Bless, Masta Ace and Jamelia.
Rah Digga can be seen in Busta's latest (and polemical) video, "Touch It Remix", that features Mary J. Blige, Missy Elliott, Lloyd Banks, Papoose and DMX.
Rah Digga also stars as (Maggie Bess) in the 2001 re-make of the sci-fi chiller Thirteen Ghosts
Party & ...
Rah Digga Lyrics
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(A Digga Digga y′all)
Shake it around shake it
(A Digga Digga y'all)
Shake it around shake it
Shake it around shake it
Shake it around shake it
(A Digga Digga y′all)
Shake it around shake it
(A Digga Digga y'all)
Shake it around shake it
Shake it around shake it
(Just Blaze)
Shake it around shake it
We 'gon take this through the roof
See me on the move checkin′ cats like who′s who
Fall through a little spot me and the whole gang
Flirt with a couple cats but I don't say no names
Here we go now, I′m like gypsy chicks
See me cruisin' until that my six is wipped
And we off to the races
(Say what?)
Me and all my aces everywhere we go the same faces
Wave yo′ hands, Jersey clan
Drink a little somethin at the MGM Grand
Mami fly, watch your man
Me takin' loses I be damn
What′s the crew name, off the chain
(Flipmode, big dogs)
And we stay in the flossin' game
See me on the front line like G.I. Jane
Old girl get it locked, shhh, I ain't playin′
Everybody on the floor I tell ya all
And if ya don′t do nothin' but play the wall
Come on left side, right side
(Left side, right side)
Front to back come on everybody
We gon′ party and bullshit and party and bullshit
And party and bullshit and party and bullshit
I beat that bitch with a bat
(Say what?)
I be that bitch with a bat
(Say what?)
Get stank I'm a flip to a New York Yank
Love is love ma leave it at that
You see where I′m at movie star like Lucy Liu
Keepin' up with me how souped is you?
Boy state your purpose get on down
Come on work this work this work this
(Ow)
Pullin′ up to my bumper, baby
Body language somethin' crazy
Gettin' hot in here this is a party or what
Only been here a minute cats startin′ it up
Got trees got licks of the yack
(Say what?)
Got trees got licks of the yack
(Say what?)
Come one, come all we ′gon have a ball
Bitch mob got seats in the back
(Ho)
Everybody on the floor I tell ya all
And if ya don't do nothin′ but play the wall
Come on left side, right side
(Left side, right side)
Front to back come on everybody
We gon' party and bullshit and party and bullshit
And party and bullshit and party and bullshit
Shake it around shake it
Shake it around shake it
Shake it around shake it
(Just Blaze)
Shake it around shake it
It′s time for the percolator, Dj's gon′ rock the fader
Come on drop it like a hot potato
Everybody let's percolator
(Come on)
Fellas in the club lookin' righteous
With a tight chest I think I might just
Hit ′em with a little Biggie one on one
Talkin′ 'bout he stops drinkin′ now that ain't no fun
Yeah, I′m on that, a little cognac
In the system watch mami straight throw it back
Come on shake it around bounce it around break it on down
Digga Digga is crazy right now
Everybody on the floor I tell ya all
And if ya don't do nothin′ but play the wall
Come on left side, right side
(Left side, right side)
Front to back come on everybody
We gon' party and bullshit and party and bullshit
And party and bullshit and party and bullshit
To the bricks y'all to the bricks
(Where we goin′?)
To the bricks y′all to the bricks
(Where we goin'?)
In the bricks y′all in the bricks
(Where we at?)
In the bricks y'all in the bricks
(Where we at?)
To the bricks y′all to the bricks
(Where we goin'?)
To the bricks y′all to the bricks
(Where we goin'?)
The lyrics to Rah Digga’s song Party & ... depict a wild and energetic party scene. The rapper describes flirting, dancing, and drinking at a club with her crew, the Flipmode Squad. She also boasts about her skills and success in the rap game, comparing herself to a movie star like Lucy Liu. The chorus repeatedly urges everyone to “party and bullshit,” which suggests they should let loose and have fun without worrying about anything else. The song ends with a call to head out to the “bricks,” a reference to a rough or tough neighborhood, implying that the partying will continue all night long.
Overall, Party & ... is a fast-paced and upbeat hip hop track with a catchy hook that encourages listeners to join in the party. Despite some explicit language and references to violence, the song is all about having a good time and being the life of the party.
Line by Line Meaning
(A Digga Digga y'all)
Assuming her rapper persona, Rah Digga starts the song by calling for attention
Shake it around shake it
Encouraging people to dance by shaking their bodies
(Just Blaze)
Announcing the producer of the music, Just Blaze
We 'gon take this through the roof
Emphasizing their intention to party and make it a big event
See me on the move checkin' cats like who's who
Asserting herself as a respected figure and checking out people in the party
Fall through a little spot me and the whole gang
Arriving at a small venue with her crew
Flirt with a couple cats but I don't say no names
Flirting with some guys at the party, but being discreet about their identities
Here we go now, I'm like gypsy chicks
Comparing herself to the free-spirited and adventurous gypsy women
See me cruisin' until that my six is whipped
Driving around and showcasing her car until it wears out
And we off to the races (Say what?)
Leaving the venue and moving on to more thrilling activities
Me and all my aces everywhere we go the same faces
Hanging out with the same people all the time, and seeking comfort in that familiarity
Wave yo' hands, Jersey clan
Calling out to people from New Jersey to show their enthusiasm by waving their hands
Drink a little somethin at the MGM Grand
Trying out some drinks at the MGM Grand hotel and casino
Mami fly, watch your man
Warning attractive women to keep an eye on their partners
Me takin' loses I be damn
Asserting her self-confidence and resilience to failure
What's the crew name, off the chain
Asking about the name of her crew and praising its excellence
(Flipmode, big dogs)
Answering the question and revealing the name of her crew: Flipmode Squad
And we stay in the flossin' game
Proudly announcing that her crew is always in the spotlight for their glamorous lifestyle
See me on the front line like G.I. Jane
Comparing herself to the fearless and tough female soldier G.I. Jane
Old girl get it locked, shhh, I ain't playin'
Teasing a woman who thinks she has the upper hand, but warning her not to underestimate Rah Digga
Everybody on the floor I tell ya all
Commanding everyone to get on the dance floor
And if ya don't do nothin' but play the wall
Challenging those who are not dancing to get involved or risk being excluded
Come on left side, right side (Left side, right side)
Directing people to move to the left or right sides of the dance floor for a more organized party vibe
Front to back come on everybody
Encouraging people to fill up the dance floor from front to back
We gon' party and bullshit and party and bullshit
Repeating the phrase to reinforce the plan to enjoy the night
I beat that bitch with a bat (Say what?)
Shocking and controversial line conveying her violent reaction to someone who wronged her
I be that bitch with a bat (Say what?)
Repeating the shocking line to emphasize the brutality of her actions
Get stank I'm a flip to a New York Yank
Proclaiming her New York heritage and style in a playful manner
Love is love ma leave it at that
Ending the discussion about her background and focusing on the present moment
You see where I'm at movie star like Lucy Liu
Comparing herself to famous actress Lucy Liu, perhaps meaning she is popular or enviable
Keepin' up with me how souped is you?
Challenging others to keep up with her lifestyle and energy
Boy state your purpose get on down
Addressing a man and asking him to clarify his intentions and join in on the party
Come on work this work this work this (Ow)
Encouraging people to dance by working their moves
Pullin' up to my bumper, baby
Referring to the iconic disco song to suggest dancing and getting close to someone
Body language somethin' crazy
Reading people's body language and suggesting that someone is expressing strong emotions
Gettin' hot in here this is a party or what
Acknowledging the heat and intensity of the party
Only been here a minute cats startin' it up
Noticing that the party is already lively and fun despite having just arrived
Got trees got licks of the yack (Say what?)
Boasting about having plenty of marijuana and liquor
Got trees got licks of the yack (Say what?)
Repeating the boastful line to emphasize the abundance of their party supplies
Come one, come all we 'gon have a ball
Welcoming everyone to join in and guaranteeing a good time
Bitch mob got seats in the back (Ho)
Referring to a group of women who are likely to cause some drama or draw attention
To the bricks y'all to the bricks (Where we goin'?)
Announcing their intention to leave the party and head to Brooklyn, referred to as 'the bricks'
In the bricks y'all in the bricks (Where we at?)
Confirming that they have arrived in Brooklyn and are ready to continue the party
To the bricks y'all to the bricks (Where we goin'?)
Announcing their departure from one venue in Brooklyn to another
To the bricks y'all to the bricks (Where we goin'?)
Announcing their intention to leave the second venue in Brooklyn, but not specifying where they are going next
Writer(s): Curtis Alan Jones
Contributed by Charlie I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@WhatTatiDoinHere5265
She needs to be talked about more she needs lots of credit and attention🔥🔥🔥
@cspiritlove4564
She was so underrated. This is a masterpiece, and so was the music video. Especially the dance breakdown at the end. I used to dance exercise to it. This is fire.
@redkaleleaf1lastname422
Pl
@keithmanigat7038
Hell yea Newark, NJ.
@feleciaclemons5074
This is Still ba Bop !!! I love Rah Digga 💥💯
@otisblue30
One of the best videos ever done with the dancing. They smashed it.
@UnreleasedUnderratedRnBgrooves
This was taken from her unreleased sophomore album, "Everything Is a Story" (2004), a sorely overlooked masterpiece that should've hit the stores and done wonders on the charts. I absolutely adored the LP and remix to this cut featuring my queen Missy Elliott.
@DaInfamousRo
Wait the album eventually leaked?
@KiyoneMihoshiAyeka
Where is the link?!
@alexgroen5653
@@KiyoneMihoshiAyekahttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfw8oA66IqsT9OSpyYGUikxa3c1pCFY-g&si=oUaAjxt6-MqrAAwp