The name “Royce” came from his R shaped Turkish link chain which was said to have resembled a Rolls Royce logo. During high school Royce was one of the shortest players on his basketball team, standing 5′9” at age 18.
Royce signed with Tommy Boy records in 1998 and later was slated to release his debut album Rock City. Though this relationship was premature, Royce ended up leaving the label citing creative differences.
Royce began working with well known Game Recordings who helped get him in front of the right people to negotiate a deal with Columbia Records. Royce’s Rock City debut was yet again plagued with delays, during which the album was heavily bootlegged. Though not in their favor, Columbia chose to release Rock City in limited quantity and quickly went out of print by the time Royce left Columbia.
Around this time Royce dropped the underground banger “Boom” with production by Dj Premier. Soon thereafter he joined up with Koch / Game Recordings and released Rock City (Version 2.0) independently.
Most well known for his association with Slim Shady – the two met at a concert while Slim was promoting his Slim Shady EP. The two formed a Duo called Bad Meets Evil, releasing a number of tracks including “Renegades” [Original Version], “Nuttin’ to Do”, “Scary Movies”, “She’s the One”, and “See You In Hell”, which appeared on Eminem’s album The Slim Shady LP, titled “Bad Meets Evil”.
In 2001 Royce was set to work with Dr Dre’s Chronic 2000 project as a ghostwriter. He contributed tracks including “The Message”, “The Throne Is Mine”, “Stay In Your Place” and the original version of “Xxplosive” titled “The Way I Be Pimpin’”.
Royce’s association with Dr. Dre ceased when his manager, Kino Childrey spoke to a reporter about Eminem and Dre in the studio. Royce refused to dismiss his manager and long time friend, ending his relationship with Dre.
Royce and Em had a mutual friendship with Proof. Though Royce had bad blood with D12 member, Bizarre, stemming from a earlier freestyle battle with Royce’s brother. Misscommunication escalated the beef between the pair, causing it to spiral out of control and include all members of the rap group D12.
In 2002, Royce called Eminem to request to be signed to Shady Records. Eminem declined and soon thereafter signed 50-cent to Shady Records instead.
Royce released several diss tracks including “Shit on U” (over D12’s “Shit on You”), taking shots at Bizzare of D12. Royce continued record dis tracks including “We Ridin’”, “Death Day”, and “Malcolm X”. There’s speculation that Royce and Em often wrote bars dissing each other subliminally.
From 2002-2003 Royce kept a low profile releasing releasing Build & Destroy, and Build & Destroy: The Lost Sessions Part 1 across the mixtape circuit.
In 2003, Royce’s beef with D12 finally reached its tipping point. Royce and Proof and their entourages spilled into the streets of Detroit arguing but the issue dissipated once firearms were drawn. The two rappers spent a night in jail, and settled their beef.
In 2004 Royce released his sophomore effort Death Is Certain on Koch records, as well as two mixtapes from his crew M.I.C. (Make it Count). The crew includes members Royce, Kid Vishis,and June.
2005 marked Royce’s third full length album release Independent’s Day on Trouble/M.I.C. Records.
Royce Da 5′9″ was sentenced to jail on September 19, 2006 for parole violation for a prior DUI charge. Royce was sentenced to one year in the clink at Oakland County Jail, Pontiac, Michigan. On January 9, 2007, Royce got out of jail on work-release.
Royce has a strong ghostwriting resume including the track “Tell Me” ft. Christina Aguilera for Diddy’s album Press Play.
In May 2007, Royce Da 5′9″ released a mixtape called The Bar Exam which features DJ Premier and Statik Selektah on the Wheels of Steel.
In 2008, Royce confirmed that he had officially resolved his longstanding differences with Eminem and celebrated with a reunion concert on July 12, 2008 at Saint Andrews Hall. A mixtape of the reunion concert was soon released thereafter.
Royce also had beef with other industry majors including Mistah Fab, Cashi$, and Joe Budden, Kanye West and the Ruff Ryders.
Everybody Goes
Royce da 5'9" Lyrics
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{If you need me I will be nearby, mountain high, valley low.}
[Royce Da 5'9"] + (Ingrid Smalls)
Hold it.. uhh.. uhh.. uhh
It depends on the type of men you keep in your regime
And when it's beef just how extreme they will go
You should bust yo' gat with care
Nigga go to jail, I get you stabbed for a pack of squares
It's more to me, look - past the beef
I'm laughin that's why this album is so morbidly put
... I tote twice ? just in case
I gotta shoot you and throw away my future for yo' life
I could knock you out
I'd rather stand over you holdin a smokin gun, nigga WATCH yo' mouth
You can go in that booth and call me all kinds of names
But motherfucker you gotta come out
So whoever hatin my team
Remember who the gun totin, who provoked the fat lady to sing
It's one rule everybody should know
Everybody should calm down and just live cause (everybody goes)
[Chorus: Royce] + (Ingrid Smalls)
While all you front, the big picture stays the same
You can change the frame all you want
You can pretend all you want to pretend
It's all gon', violently come to an end (Everybody goes)
Die soldiers, try to live for the moment
We all borrow tomorrow, this is what God hones us
The biggest Indian giver, he gon' take it back
Erase you, I'm statin facts to (everybody)
[Royce Da 5'9"] + (Ingrid Smalls)
Narcissistic rhyme style comes equipped with the
Guns and clips are hungry, click in my compound
The M.I.C., represents the, strength of henchmen
Here to get the attention of (everybody)
Now that you listenin, nigga why you dissin?
I can get to your brain quicker than what you sniffin
I can open your mind
Quicker than that marijuan' that you smokin and close both of your eyes
Toe-taggin; break you apart, break your momma's heart
All because your brothers is holdin a closed casket
The pinnacle of the word 'absurd'
The centerfold of murder when the un-preventable occurs
We do it with minimal words
Dependin on the person sent to hurt you might give you a criminal slur
This mac-10 is a blur ? bullets is fast
I'm a cowboy, I wear my Timbs with spurs (Everybody goes)
[Chorus]
{Valley low.}
{Mountain high, valley low.}
The first two lines of Royce da 5'9"'s "Everybody Goes" are repeated twice and act as a reminder to the subject of the song that the singer is always going to be there for them, no matter what. The rest of the song is a warning to those who disrespect the singer and his team. The lyrics talk about violence and retribution, with the singer threatening to shoot those who cross him and warning that violent actions have consequences. The chorus reminds the listener that life is short and everyone will eventually die, so it's important to live in the moment and not waste time on petty arguments and conflicts.
Line by Line Meaning
If you need me I will be nearby, mountain high, valley low.
I will be there for you, no matter where you are or what you're going through.
It depends on the type of men you keep in your regime
The safety of your life depends on the character of the people you surround yourself with.
And when it's beef just how extreme they will go
When conflicts arise, it's important to consider how far the people you're dealing with are willing to go.
You should bust yo' gat with care
If you carry a gun for protection, it's important to use it judiciously.
Nigga go to jail, I get you stabbed for a pack of squares
I'm not afraid to take extreme measures to protect myself and my interests.
It's more to me, look - past the beef
There's more to me than just conflicts and violence.
I'm laughin that's why this album is so morbidly put...
I find humor in dark and violent themes, which is reflected in my music.
... I tote twice ? just in case
I carry two guns for added security.
I gotta shoot you and throw away my future for yo' life
I'm willing to risk my own future to protect myself from harm.
I could knock you out...
I could use physical force to harm you, but I prefer to use a gun instead.
But motherfucker you gotta come out
No matter what you say or do, you'll eventually have to face the consequences of your actions.
Remember who the gun totin, who provoked the fat lady to sing
Don't forget that I'm the one with the weapons, and I'm the one causing the violence.
It's one rule everybody should know
Everyone should know that it's better to live peacefully than to resort to violence.
Everybody should calm down and just live cause (everybody goes)
Everyone will die eventually, so there's no benefit to causing harm and violence while you're alive.
While all you front, the big picture stays the same...
No matter how you try to present yourself, the reality of the situation remains unchanged.
Die soldiers, try to live for the moment
We're all going to die eventually, so it's important to enjoy life while you can.
We all borrow tomorrow, this is what God hones us
We don't know what the future holds, so we should focus on living in the present moment.
The biggest Indian giver, he gon' take it back
Death is inevitable, and everything we have will eventually be taken away from us.
Erase you, I'm statin facts to (everybody)
I'm telling the truth about the reality of life and death.
Narcissistic rhyme style comes equipped with the...
My rap style is self-centered and focused on my own experiences and perspectives.
Guns and clips are hungry, click in my compound
I have plenty of weapons and ammunition at my disposal.
The centerfold of murder when the un-preventable occurs
Sometimes violent acts are unavoidable, even when we try to prevent them.
Dependin on the person sent to hurt you might give you a criminal slur
I'll do whatever it takes to protect myself, even if it means being seen as a criminal.
This mac-10 is a blur ? bullets is fast
My gun is fast and deadly, and I'm not afraid to use it.
I'm a cowboy, I wear my Timbs with spurs (Everybody goes)
I'm a gun-toting outlaw, and like everyone else, I'll eventually die one day.
While all you front, the big picture stays the same
No matter how you try to present yourself, the reality of the situation remains unchanged.
You can change the frame all you want...
You can try to alter your perspective or viewpoint, but it won't change the fundamental reality of the situation.
You can pretend all you want to pretend...
You can try to deceive yourself or others, but it won't change what's really happening.
It's all gon', violently come to an end (Everybody goes)
Everything will eventually come to an end, whether we want it to or not.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CARLOS BROADY, RYAN MONTGOMERY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@scottfennell6568
This whole album back to front is a classic
@hang1893
I used to wear this album out catchin the Bus to school each day. Memories.
@randelviddel2312
Royce is underrated and better than most of the rappers out there today 👍👌🤛
@methic4l
this is beyond raw
@derekhugh
very cool track
@vxCREA
da bomb!*
@soundbwoy2011
The song that made me respect royce as an emcee.. album was fire.
@tcw00
This is So ill
@allysezz6420
Why does this only have 8.8k views
@realjackson5108
Ill