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.
Get'cha Paper
Royce da 5'9" Lyrics
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uh, yeh
Rock City is the anthem
This one is the theme
My nigga Tre
(Tre)
Detroit came up you know we hot
600's on chrome, you don't stop
Detroit we just hot
(Royce)
My flow switch go, pop like a pistol
Shit, don't stop, its so hard
How many times must I tell you how I do?
How many times must I prove how I do?
You, get six million ways to die, choose one
Or, booya!
you can get one assigned to ya
Hows about to thump, when I'm thumbin this non Ruger
Something that will tear you in half and times two ya
(ooh) I don't think you are better then me
(no) Nobodys better then me
Niggas better quit believing they better then a nigga
thats merely letting them breath, I dead them with ease
Now come one, you can get swallowed
If you let your lead get you into something
That your eraser can't get you out of
I wrote a song about it, like to hear it here it go
(ahhhhh haaaaaa) Thank you very much
(Royce) (Chorus)
Cause we get this jumpin up in here
We don't want no trouble up in here
I gon' get my money up in here
Ladys is you with me?
(ooh) Nobodys better then me
(no) I don't think your better then me
(ooh) Somebody better believe
Getcha Paper, Now Lets Go
(Royce)
You see how my wrist it glows
and I'm here to get this dough
You can see my shit explode
And if you aint with me (so?)
(How many?)
Hits does it take for you to believe me?
(How many?)
Times do I gotta tell you its easy?
(How many?)
People must I run up on, and?
(How many?)
Bout to see the gun up drawn
Nigga, we just wanna get it up jumpin
Up in here but ya'll be frontin
We can rumble anytime, ya'll niggas talkin shit is nothin
Try to f**k with nothin, but a hustler
You get gutted like a blunt
Or you get smoked, or treated like a joke
Niggas why did you lie? Like you fittin to stop it
I'm donny ize, lottery ticket? It's in the pocket
While I'm high, while im on top
While I'm living, while im survivin
While I'm even able to say "while I"
(Chorus)
(Tre)
Detroit came up you know we hot
30 years were gators and big locks
600's on chrome, you don't stop
Detroit we just hot
Young niggas stay fly at all times
Hoes 21 and under with gangsta rides
Keep our guns by our sides at all times
Detroit we just fly
(Royce)
Whoa, pause for a second for the flow
Hands up for my niggas from the D
A momment of silence for my enemies (tssh)
It wont turn to beef till you fools
Do something to me or one of my crew
We lay low like Master P and Snoop
With' high shots that will put you away
You don't wanna step in front of the gun, when it's comin
it's like the abundance of like a hundred the numbers is runnin
I'm a rare form, you bled warm, be gone dead
You prepare for me, beware all, lets go
Mami lookin robotic cause of the strobe light
Hands up in the sky for the whole night
You can get between the thighs if it goes right
The perfect song for the job, and it goes like...
(Chorus) - 2X
The song Get'cha Paper by Royce Da 5'9" featuring Tre' Little is an anthem for Detroit, their hometown. The song boasts about their wealth, success, and their ability to handle business. Royce's flow is smooth and effortless as he switches between rapping slow and fast. He talks about how he's better than any other rapper, and no one can match him. His lyrics are about the importance of getting money, staying fly, and surviving in the rap game.
The song's chorus is catchy and will stick in your head. It's about making money, not wanting any trouble, and the importance of being with the right people. Tre' Little's verse is about being hot in Detroit, wearing fly clothes, and having gangsta cars. He also talks about how they keep their guns by their side at all times. Royce's verse starts off with a pause, where he asks for a moment of silence for his enemies. He then raps about how they lay low like Master P and Snoop, with high shots that will put you away.
Line by Line Meaning
Rock City is the anthem
Rock City is the symbol of our power and success
This one is the theme
This song is the representation of our lifestyle and values
My nigga Tre
My close friend and collaborator, Tre
Detroit came up you know we hot
Detroit has become successful and popular
30 years were gators and big locks
For 30 years we've been wearing flashy clothes and jewelry
600's on chrome, you don't stop
We drive expensive cars with shiny rims, and we won't slow down
My flow switch go, pop like a pistol
My rap style is versatile and explosive
Shit, don't stop, its so hard
My rap never stops, it's so powerful
How many times must I tell you how I do?
I've explained my style and technique many times
How many times must I prove how I do?
I've demonstrated my skills numerous times
You, get six million ways to die, choose one
There are many ways you can end up dead, pick your poison
Or, booya!
Or, you can simply get shot by me
you can get one assigned to ya
You can receive a bullet from my gun
Hows about to thump, when I'm thumbin this non Ruger
I can beat you up with my bare hands while holding a gun in the other
Something that will tear you in half and times two ya
I can be very violent and destructive towards my opponents
(ooh) I don't think you are better then me
I am confident that I am superior to you
(no) Nobodys better then me
I firmly believe that nobody is better than me
Niggas better quit believing they better then a nigga
People should stop thinking that they can surpass me
thats merely letting them breath, I dead them with ease
That's only allowing them to exist, I can kill them effortlessly
Now come one, you can get swallowed
You can be defeated by me easily
If you let your lead get you into something
If you let your gun lead you into trouble
That your eraser can't get you out of
That you can't erase or undo with an apology
I wrote a song about it, like to hear it here it go
I made a song that elaborates on this topic, want to listen to it?
(ahhhhh haaaaaa) Thank you very much
Thank you for your attention and support
Cause we get this jumpin up in here
Because we make the party lively and exciting
We don't want no trouble up in here
We want to keep the atmosphere peaceful and fun
I gon' get my money up in here
I am going to make a lot of money at this event
Ladys is you with me?
Are you ladies supporting me and enjoying the show?
Somebody better believe
Someone must recognize my greatness
Getcha Paper, Now Lets Go
Make a lot of money and let's move on to the next challenge
You see how my wrist it glows
You can notice how my expensive watch shines
and I'm here to get this dough
I am here to make a lot of money
You can see my shit explode
You can observe how successful and powerful I am
If you aint with me (so?)
If you are not on my side, what's the point?
(How many?) Hits does it take for you to believe me?
How many successful songs I need to release for you to acknowledge my talent?
(How many?) Times do I gotta tell you its easy?
How many times do I need to simplify my message for you to understand it?
(How many?) People must I run up on, and?
How many individuals I must confront and intimidate?
Bout to see the gun up drawn
You are about to witness me pulling out my firearm
Nigga, we just wanna get it up jumpin
We just want to make the party lively and fun
Up in here but ya'll be frontin
But some of you are pretending to be cool
We can rumble anytime, ya'll niggas talkin shit is nothin
We are ready to fight at any moment, your insults mean nothing
Try to f**k with nothin, but a hustler
You are trying to mess with someone who is an expert in making money
You get gutted like a blunt
You will get hurt badly
Or you get smoked, or treated like a joke
You will be destroyed or ridiculed for messing with us
Niggas why did you lie? Like you fittin to stop it
Why did you lie? Did you think you could stop our success?
I'm donny ize, lottery ticket? It's in the pocket
I am a boss, and a winning lottery ticket is in my pocket
While I'm high, while im on top
While I am successful and influential
While I'm living, while im survivin
While I am alive, thriving and prospering
While I'm even able to say "while I"
Even while I am still alive and able to talk about my success
Whoa, pause for a second for the flow
Let's stop for a moment to appreciate the rhythm of the song
Hands up for my niggas from the D
Raise your hands to celebrate our friends from Detroit
A momment of silence for my enemies (tssh)
Let's remember our opponents briefly, then forget about them
It wont turn to beef till you fools
We won't start a fight until provoked
Do something to me or one of my crew
Unless someone hurts me or my team
We lay low like Master P and Snoop
We stay out of trouble like successful rappers Master P and Snoop Dogg
With' high shots that will put you away
We have powerful weapons that can kill you easily
You don't wanna step in front of the gun, when it's comin
You don't want to face us when we are armed and dangerous
it's like the abundance of like a hundred the numbers is runnin
It's like you are facing a large crowd of people
I'm a rare form, you bled warm, be gone dead
I am unique and skilled, you are normal and weak, you'll be killed
You prepare for me, beware all, lets go
You should be scared of me, and ready to face me, let's start the battle
Mami lookin robotic cause of the strobe light
The flashing lights make the girls dance like robots
Hands up in the sky for the whole night
Everyone should raise their hands and enjoy the party
You can get between the thighs if it goes right
You might have a chance to have sex with a girl if she likes you
The perfect song for the job, and it goes like...
This song is very suitable for this moment, and it's like this...
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