Redman's solo career continued throughout the remainder of the decade, with each of his albums selling at least half a million copies. His musical style has remained very consistent, rarely deviating from a combination of Redman's unique braggadocious wit and hard, P-funk-influenced beats. In addition to releasing albums under his own name, he is part of the group Def Squad (along with Keith Murray and Erick Sermon) with whom he released the 1998 album El Nino, and also has formed a close partnership with labelmate Method Man (of the Wu-Tang Clan) with whom he released the 1999 album Blackout!. The long-awaited follow-up, Blackout! 2, apeared in 2009.
He has also collaborated extensively, both with hip-hop artists and with artists from other genres; the long list of artists and groups he has worked with includes Wyclef Jean, Snoop Dogg, Scarface, The Offspring, Christina Aguilera, Eminem, Gorillaz, D'Angelo, Me'shell Ndegeocello, 2Pac, Jodeci, Cypress Hill, De La Soul, KRS One and IAM.
In 2001 Redman co-starred with Method Man in the stoner comedy film How High, which featured the pair playing two marijuana-addled students attempting to survive at Harvard. Method Man and Redman also appear in the Def Jam Vendetta video game series, often as Tag Team partners, and briefly had their own television sitcom, Method & Red, on Fox during the 2004-2005 season.
Redman is also featured on the video game "True Crime: New York City", in which the central character interacts with an undercover street cop based upon the rap star, who also provides the voice for him.
Aliases
* Funk Doc
* Funk Doctor Spock
* Doc
* Reggie
* Reggie Noble
* Soopaman Luva
Discography:
Albums
* 1992: Whut? Thee Album
* 1994: Dare Iz a Darkside
* 1996: Muddy Waters
* 1998: Doc's Da Name 2000
* 1998: El Nino (with Eric Sermon and Keith Murray)
* 1999: Blackout! (Method Man & Redman)
* 2001: Malpractice
* 2007: Red Gone Wild
Singles
* 1992: "Blow Your Mind"
* 1993: "Time 4 Sum Aksion"
* 1993: "Tonight's da Night"
* 1994: "Rockafella"
* 1995: "Can't Wait" (US #94)
* 1995: "How High" (with Method Man) (US #13)
* 1996: "Funkorama" (from Insomnia: The Erick Sermon Compilation Album)
* 1996: "It's Like That (My Big Brother)" (US #95)
* 1997: "Pick It Up"
* 1997: "Whateva Man" (US #42)
* 1998: "I'll Bee Dat!"
* 1999: "Da Goodness"
* 1999: "Let Da Monkey Out"
* 2001: "Let's Get Dirty (I Can't Get in Da Club)" (US# 97)
* 2001: "Smash Sumthin'"
* 2007: "Put it Down"
Filmography
* 1999: Colorz of Rage
* 1999: PIGS
* 2000: Boricua's Bond
* 2001: Statistic: The Movie
* 2001: How High
* 2002: Stung
* 2003: Thaddeus Fights the Power!
* 2004: Method & Red
* 2004: Seed Of Chucky
* 2006: High Times Stony Awards (Cohost)
[2]
REDMAN is a Japanese rock-band formed in 2013. The members have different backgrounds which are reflected in their music. They have influences from heavy rock, emo, pop, but are always powerful.
“RED” stands for the passion they have.
Vo. Satoshi Ishikawa (ギルガメッシュ)
Gt. Ryo Sugihara (Towalens)
Gt. Rihito Sonoki (ex-SPLAY)
Ba. Soichiro Yoshioka (Towalens)
Dr. Keito Oukuma (THE HEROES SYNDICATE)
Down South Funk )
Redman Lyrics
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All the way to motherfuckin Georgia
To Tennessee
To motherfuckin Texas
To north motherfuckin Carolina
Yeah south fuckin Carolina
Yeah deep down gritty Alabama
Ha ha barefoot walkin' motherfuckers
Yo guess who's bout to stomp tonight?
Three seniors rockin the mic catchin misdemeanors
So charge us with what what-ever you feel
Balls of steel, clappin those with rap deals
Fuck hot, I'm lukewarm and still perform like a champ
Battle bout, airing your ass out
So who's dropping shit on what day? My click's the greatest
Chill, or feel the effect of hi-atus
Shit shuts down when the squad's around
It gets _thinner_, it's hexed like white man from town
Three the hard way can't be touched
My style's too faraway, to capture, even with help from nasa
I'm what they call, a living legend, sha-pow
That's what they call, a mac-11, sha-pow
There's two on the way down, blaow blaow
Here's two more, blaow blaow nigga!
Is y'all niggaz down to ride? (Man listen)
Would you kill for your life? (Man listen)
Can you get busy all night? (Man listen)
(Hah hah) (man listen)
Yo-yo-yo yo, yo yo!
I got the down south funk when I clown out punk-ass
Police want to call dogs and sound off pumps
I short your blaupunkts if you thump my tape
Yo dial funk if you're mo' stiff than riker's isle bunks
Get out your seat, e, spit out the beat
The tracks plow underground concrete out the streets
From baldies to fades, when I rock mc's wave
More flags than puerto rican day parade
And give up, I got the rare footage, of fiends walkin
Barefooted off my rhyme don't dare cook it
You might fall in to intervene
And new jacks and they girl become pookie and that, prom queen
That bodybag won't fit you tonight
You want to blow up? Drop the mic, stick to the pipe
Hand to hand my crew'll cripple your click in a fight
Take my tapes way down south and triple the price
Step up on the scene like whazzup? Hey suga'
Before you cock-tease doc, how that cash put up?
And only way I stop til your click say when
They had enough, cause I could bump to six a.M.
Is y'all niggaz down to ride? (Man listen)
Would you kill for your life? (Man listen)
Can you get busy all night? (Man listen)
(Yo, yo-yo) (man listen)
My life is a rap, each song is a flashback
Of antagonizing anxiety attacks
The beat hits the ground and the earth cracks
Niggaz be like, "oh no not them!" yeah we back
With rhythmatic articulation, god-forsaken
Sick manifestations, pump pump in your face then
The lyrical force that I put in a rhyme
Will hit you with more power than a molecule enzyme
No matter who what when where how I'll lay you down
With a sick illed out fictitious style
Yo, we all represent the hood -- the only difference
Between us is that we make the shit look good!
Programmable annual slammable
You lyte as a rock and I cram to understand you
So for niggaz on a mission kissin ass and dissin'
We get even like an ambixdeterous, man listen
Is y'all niggaz down to ride? (Man listen)
Would you kill for your life? (Man listen)
Can you get busy all night? (Man listen)
(Man listen)
Is y'all niggaz down to ride? (Man listen)
Would you kill for your life? (Man listen)
Can you get busy all night? (Man listen)
(Man listen)
The lyrics of Redman's "Down South Funk" are a high-energy, swagger-filled declaration of the Def Squad's dominance in the southern rap scene. The song is essentially a boastful celebration of the group's musical prowess and their love for southern culture. The opening lyrics set the scene, with Redman mentioning various southern states that he's traveled to and the gritty, barefooted folks he's encountered along the way. The chorus is a call to action, urging listeners to join them on their ride and prove their dedication to the lifestyle.
The verses are a showcase of each of the Def Squad members' individual styles, with Redman kicking off the first one. He brags about his ability to perform despite being lukewarm, and taunts his competition with lines like "Battle bout, airing your ass out." Erick Sermon drops in with a verse that takes aim at other rappers bickering over release dates, declaring the Def Squad "the greatest." And Keith Murray closes out the song with a verse focused on his sick rhyming skills and the group's ability to dominate anyone who comes at them.
Overall, "Down South Funk" is a fun, rowdy track that showcases the Def Squad's impressive talents and love for southern culture.
Line by Line Meaning
All the way to motherfuckin Georgia
We're traveling all the way to Georgia, and we don't care who hears us cursing.
To Tennessee
We're heading to Tennessee.
To motherfuckin Texas
We're even going to Texas, with no apologies for our language.
To north motherfuckin Carolina
We're making our way up to North Carolina, still unapologetic for our cursing.
Yeah south fuckin Carolina
We're also heading to South Carolina, still not holding back on our language.
Yeah deep down gritty Alabama
We're making our way down to Alabama, and we're not afraid of getting a little dirty.
Funk for your funkin' ass nigga
We've got some funky music for you to enjoy.
Ha ha barefoot walkin' motherfuckers
We're laughing at those who walk around barefoot.
Yo guess who's bout to stomp tonight?
Can you guess who's about to perform and make their mark tonight?
Three seniors rockin the mic catchin misdemeanors
Three experienced artists are taking the stage, potentially causing some trouble or breaking the rules.
So charge us with what what-ever you feel
We don't care what you try to charge us with, we're confident in our abilities and performance.
Balls of steel, clappin those with rap deals
We're not intimidated by other established artists, and we're ready to show them what we've got.
Fuck hot, I'm lukewarm and still perform like a champ
We don't need to be the most popular or trendy, we still know how to perform at the top of our game.
Battle bout, airing your ass out
We're ready for a battle or competition, and we're not afraid to expose or criticize our opponents.
So who's dropping shit on what day? My click's the greatest
We're confident that our group is the best, and we're curious to know who our competition is.
Chill, or feel the effect of hi-atus
Relax and don't take us too seriously, or experience the consequences of a break or pause.
Shit shuts down when the squad's around
Things stop and get quieter when we're present.
It gets thinner, it's hexed like white man from town
The energy becomes tense and uncomfortable, like when a white person enters a predominantly black area.
Three the hard way can't be touched
The three of us are unstoppable together.
My style's too faraway, to capture, even with help from nasa
My style is unique and not easily replicated, not even with advanced technology.
I'm what they call, a living legend, sha-pow
I'm a highly respected and influential artist.
That's what they call, a mac-11, sha-pow
I'm also notable for being fierce and powerful, like a gun.
There's two on the way down, blaow blaow
We're taking down two of our opponents.
Here's two more, blaow blaow nigga!
And here come two others we're about to defeat.
Is y'all niggaz down to ride? (Man listen)
Are you guys ready to ride with us? Listen up.
Would you kill for your life? (Man listen)
Are you willing to fight for your life if necessary? Listen up.
Can you get busy all night? (Man listen)
Are you capable of staying active and alert all night? Listen up.
(Hah hah) (man listen)
We're laughing, but also want to make sure you're paying attention.
Yo-yo-yo yo, yo yo!
We're getting ready to start our performance, with excitement and energy.
I got the down south funk when I clown out punk-ass
Our music has a funky Southern sound, and we're putting down anyone who disrespects us.
Police want to call dogs and sound off pumps
The police may try to intimidate us with K-9 units or weapons.
I short your blaupunkts if you thump my tape
I'll mess up your car's stereo system if you don't appreciate my music.
Yo dial funk if you're mo' stiff than riker's isle bunks
If you need to loosen up, just listen to our funky music.
Get out your seat, e, spit out the beat
We want you to dance and join in with us, and let the rhythm move you.
The tracks plow underground concrete out the streets
Our music is powerful enough to shake the very foundation of the streets.
From baldies to fades, when I rock mc's wave
Our music can appeal to all kinds of people, and gets everyone hyped.
More flags than puerto rican day parade
We have a diverse fan base and bring people from different cultures together.
And give up, I got the rare footage, of fiends walkin
We have some unique or rare footage of people enjoying and appreciating our music.
Barefooted off my rhyme don't dare cook it
Our music is so good it can even make people dance without shoes on.
You might fall in to intervene
You might get caught up in the excitement and start dancing or participating with us.
And new jacks and they girl become pookie and that, prom queen
Even shy or inexperienced people can feel comfortable and confident when dancing to our music.
That bodybag won't fit you tonight
Don't get too cocky or confident, because we're not afraid to put you in your place.
You want to blow up? Drop the mic, stick to the pipe
If you want to succeed as a musician, you better focus on your craft and not get distracted by drugs or other vices.
Hand to hand my crew'll cripple your click in a fight
We're confident we could win a physical fight against anyone who wants to challenge us.
Take my tapes way down south and triple the price
Our music is in high demand, even in the South where it's already popular.
Step up on the scene like whazzup? Hey suga'
We're confident and charismatic when we enter the music scene, greeting everyone with enthusiasm.
Before you cock-tease doc, how that cash put up?
Before you try to impress us with your sexual appeal or other distractions, show us how much money you have.
And only way I stop til your click say when
We won't stop performing until our audience is satisfied and ready to leave.
They had enough, cause I could bump to six a.M.
We're so good that people can dance and enjoy our music for hours on end.
My life is a rap, each song is a flashback
Our music is a reflection of our lives and experiences, and each song brings up memories.
Of antagonizing anxiety attacks
Our music can also bring up negative or anxious memories or emotions.
The beat hits the ground and the earth cracks
Our music is so powerful it can even impact the environment around us.
Niggaz be like, "oh no not them!" yeah we back
People may be intimidated by us or feel threatened by our return to the music scene.
With rhythmatic articulation, god-forsaken
We have a unique and artistic way of expressing ourselves through music, with little divine intervention or interference.
Sick manifestations, pump pump in your face then
We're not afraid to be raw or intense in our music, and we'll confront our audience or opponents head-on.
The lyrical force that I put in a rhyme
Our lyrics are powerful and full of strength and energy.
Will hit you with more power than a molecule enzyme
Our lyrics are even more potent than a biological reaction or process.
No matter who what when where how I'll lay you down
We can take down anyone at any time, no matter the circumstances.
With a sick illed out fictitious style
Our style is unique and imaginative, and may even be intimidating to some.
We all represent the hood -- the only difference
We're all from similar backgrounds or upbringings, with only minor differences or distinctions between us.
Between us is that we make the shit look good!
What sets us apart is our ability to make anything, even difficult or undesirable situations, look cool or desirable.
Programmable annual slammable
Our music can fit into any setting or context, and can always get people hyped and moving.
You lyte as a rock and I cram to understand you
Our music is accessible and easy to understand, while other artists may be more difficult or inaccessible.
So for niggaz on a mission kissin ass and dissin'
For those trying too hard or being overly negative and critical, watch out.
We get even like an ambixdeterous, man listen
We're not afraid to even the odds or get revenge, so listen up and be careful.
Is y'all niggaz down to ride? (Man listen)
Are you guys ready to join us and support our music? Listen up.
Would you kill for your life? (Man listen)
Are you willing to do whatever it takes to succeed or survive? Listen up.
Can you get busy all night? (Man listen)
Are you up for the challenge of staying awake and active all night long? Listen up.
(Yo, yo-yo) (man listen)
We're adding a little flair and catchiness to our words, while still making sure you're paying attention.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, DELLA MUSIC PUBLISHING, LLC
Written by: REGGIE NOBLE, KEITH MURRAY, ERICK SERMON
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