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)
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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)
Fire
Redman Lyrics
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(I can feel your fire)
When you niggas feel cold and your flows ain't got it no more nigga?!
(I can feel your fire)
Yeah nigga, you know what it is nigga, Gilla House nigga
Yo check me out yo yo yo
Red gone wild, more stunts than a fog I
While you tryna get your weight up, but we on fire
Gilla House don't die, leave da spot bone dry
I want it all, are and E-D-M-A
N, cock the semi
A little henny in me
It's like ya black hawk down
I blast like a skinny
Roll up ta the jam and party like little Penny
My watch ain't for showin' time, it's for show and tell
And I got it for sellin' dimes on A-O-L
I'm off the hook, lookin' young, you gray as hell
You off the hook cause punk you ain't pay your bills
Redman, a truth nigga, put my name on it
Gilla House, die harder than John McClane on it
I'm smokin' sour diesel, gettin' head on my couch
From a chick that resemble Rosie Perez in the mouth
Simon Says swallow it ma, (Knock) don't spit it out
Y'all got fat, I got a plan for y'all slimmin' down
I ain't playin' no games nigga, I'm a take it there
Break it there, Visine your block, till I make it clear, nigga?!
(I can feel your fire)
When you niggas gettin' cold and your flows ain't got it no more you like
(I can feel your fire)
Brick city on my back, Doc Grizzley on the track, have ya hood sayin'
(I can feel your fire)
East coast, west coast, down south, world wide, everybody like
(I can feel your fire)
Welcome me back like Carter, welcome back the father
Keep it gutta, your problems, Bitch!
In Redman's song Fire, the rapper shows off his lyrical prowess with a series of clever wordplay and punchlines. The lyrics speak to Redman's confidence in his own abilities as an MC, as well as his belief in the strength of his crew, Gilla House. He notes that while others may be struggling to keep up with the rap game, he and his crew are on fire and will continue to dominate.
The opening lines set the tone for the rest of the song, with Redman addressing those who may be feeling "cold" or lacking in inspiration. He asserts that he can feel their lack of fire and passion, contrasting it with the burning intensity of his own rhymes. He then goes on to boast about his skills as an MC, using clever wordplay and allusions to pop culture to convey his message.
Throughout the song, Redman emphasizes his loyalty to Gilla House, referencing them by name and suggesting that they are a force to be reckoned with. He also drops several references to hip hop culture, including a nod to the film Black Hawk Down and a comparison of himself to John McClane from the Die Hard films.
Overall, Fire showcases Redman's skills as an MC and his confidence in his ability to dominate the rap game. The song is a testament to the power of wordplay and the importance of staying true to one's roots.
Line by Line Meaning
Red gone wild, more stunts than a fog I
Redman has become wild, performing more stunts than a fog - a reference to the way fog moves unpredictably
A buncha wild drunk niggas yellin' raw ha!!
In the presence of a group of wild drunk guys, Redman hears them yelling 'Raw ha!!'
While you tryna get your weight up, but we on fire
Others may be trying to increase their status, but Redman and his crew are already doing well and excelling
Gilla House don't die, leave da spot bone dry
Gilla House will never be defeated or overwhelmed and will leave a party or event with everyone satisfied
I want it all, are and E-D-M-A
Redman wants everything, including the alphabet (A to Z)
N, cock the semi
Referring to cocking a gun, specifically the semi-automatic type
A little henny in me
Redman has been drinking some Hennessy, a type of brandy
It's like ya black hawk down
Similar to the military incident where a Black Hawk helicopter was shot down in Somalia
I blast like a skinny
Redman raps with the force and energy of a thin person, going hard and fast
Roll up ta the jam and party like little Penny
Redman wants to party and have a good time like Penny Hardaway, a basketball player known for his sneakers
My watch ain't for showin' time, it's for show and tell
Redman wears a flashy watch not to tell time, but to show off in front of others
And I got it for sellin' dimes on A-O-L
Redman acquired his watch by selling small quantities of drugs via AOL, a popular online platform at the time
I'm off the hook, lookin' young, you gray as hell
Redman feels liberated and looks youthful, while someone else is old and graying
You off the hook cause punk you ain't pay your bills
Another person may avoid creditors because they did not or could not pay their bills
Redman, a truth nigga, put my name on it
Redman asserts that he's an honest person, and he's putting his name to it
Gilla House, die harder than John McClane on it
Gilla House is hard to kill and more resilient than John McClane, the action-hero in the Die Hard movie franchise
I'm smokin' sour diesel, gettin' head on my couch
Redman is smoking a potent strain of marijuana and receiving oral sex on his couch
From a chick that resemble Rosie Perez in the mouth
The woman performing oral sex looks and sounds like actress Rosie Perez
Simon Says swallow it ma, (Knock) don't spit it out
Redman instructs the woman to swallow his semen, rather than spitting it out
Y'all got fat, I got a plan for y'all slimmin' down
While others have gained weight, Redman has a solution to help them lose weight
I ain't playin' no games nigga, I'm a take it there
Redman is serious and ready to take things to the next level
Break it there, Visine your block, till I make it clear, nigga?!
Redman will bring intensity, clarity and precision to the streets, using violence if necessary
(I can feel your fire)
Redman acknowledges his audience's passion and potential
When you niggas gettin' cold and your flows ain't got it no more you like
When other rappers get weak and uninspired, they can't compete with Redman's energy
Brick city on my back, Doc Grizzley on the track, have ya hood sayin'
Redman proudly represents his hometown of Brick City, with Doc Grizzley producing his music, which resonates with his fans
East coast, west coast, down south, world wide, everybody like
Redman's music appeals to audiences across the US and internationally
Welcome me back like Carter, welcome back the father
Redman feels welcomed and embraced by fans like family, similar to how people welcomed back US President Jimmy Carter or his own father
Keep it gutta, your problems, Bitch!
Redman advises people to stay loyal and real, and use obscenities to assert himself
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SCOTT GALT, DARRYL HENRY, MICKEY HULSMEIER, KEVIN LYTTLE, ANGUS MARTIN
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