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.
I'm The King
Royce da 5'9" Lyrics
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5'9! I'm the King!
What...yeah...what, yo...
[CHORUS]
I'm-a rhyme til I can't rhyme no more
Burn til I can't burn no more
Shine til there's no shine no more
Until I'm 5'9 no nore (I'm the king!) (2x)
Ya'll niggaz is real cocky on the street
Til I drop you on ya knees
Knock you on ya feet, I'm like Rocky on the reach
I rain while you hope to sustain dope in this game
Somethin' you can't stop, you can only hope to contain
I can aim so I blaze my tool
I got a name from usin' pocket change to pay my dues (niggaz know!)
I'm sharp as a shank and about as soft as you think
I'm hangin from the cross of your link, you get offered a drink
Niggaz is fast learners, you're only as hot as the back burner
From mad rappers and clap burners
Talk to the foot thinkin' you real
I'm starin' at the face of ya bill forgettin' how George Washington looks
You came to box a nigga that's flat out dirty
Just name the spot and I'll be there a half hour early
I write for the purpose to express a view
A nigga that's wack? You a nigga that I don't like as a person
CHORUS 2x
I'm in shape to give you a quick whoopin', hard asshole in the wall
Frownin' up, niggaz thinkin' you sick 'cause you sick lookin'
I'm heated, an' I'm-a go to trial blowin' my triggers
Ya'll niggaz ain't rough, you need to smile more in ya pictures
Split somebody, and serve the nigga whose style you bit
That bit like 10 niggaz that bit somebody
Top of the world, all that's around you is beneath me
Me learnin' from your mistakes is the only way you can teach me
Mo' thunder, cockin' big heat
So undergrounds niggaz wit' beef can get mo' under, 6 feet
Man ya missles, I plan to dis you
Unleash wit' about 30 punches before the first lands and hits you
Niggaz I doubt ya'll 'cause I'm an outlaw
Right-handed, built wit' a left that can arm wrestle a southpaw
Gun shine bright, (ya'll niggaz?) ya'll need to rhyme like 5'9
Unsigned wit' hype... (King!)
CHORUS 2x
(scratches)
I'm the kiiiiiiiing....on the microphone
I'm the kiiiiiiiing....no, no I ain't jokin'
I'm the kiiiiiiiing....that's in command, that's in command
I'm the kiiiiiiiing....on the microphone
I'm the kiiiiiiiing....the funk rhymin' master
I'm the kiiiiiiiing....that's in command, that's in command
I'm the kiiiiiiiing....
The song "I'm The King" by Royce da 5'9" is an assertive and boastful track about his supremacy as a rapper. The chorus repeats the declaration that he will continue to rhyme, burn, and shine until he can no longer do so, establishing his determination to be the best. Royce da 5'9" then takes down his competition, specifically calling out their arrogance and claiming to be their superior. He asserts that he has paid his dues and earned his reputation, boasting his sharp wit and intense focus. Overall, the song is a celebration of Royce da 5'9"'s skills as a rapper and his ambition to be the king of the game.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm-a rhyme til I can't rhyme no more
I will keep creating rhymes as long as I am able to
Burn til I can't burn no more
I will work tirelessly until I can't continue anymore
Shine til there's no shine no more
I will always strive to be my very best, until I can't anymore
Til the earth can't turn no more
I will continue working until the world stops turning or I am no more
Until I'm 5'9 no nore (I'm the king!)
Until the day I die, I will continue to be the king!
Ya'll niggaz is real cocky on the street
You all have too much confidence while on the streets
Til I drop you on ya knees
Until I bring you down to your knees
Knock you on ya feet, I'm like Rocky on the reach
I hit hard and fast, similar to Rocky in the ring
I rain while you hope to sustain dope in this game
I thrive in this industry while others hope to maintain their success
Somethin' you can't stop, you can only hope to contain
My success cannot be stopped, only contained by others
I can aim so I blaze my tool
I have precision in my work and make it known
I got a name from usin' pocket change to pay my dues (niggaz know!)
I became well-known through hard work and dedication in the face of adversity
I'm sharp as a shank and about as soft as you think
I have a sharp wit and am not soft
I'm hangin from the cross of your link, you get offered a drink
I'm in control of the situation and you are at my mercy
Niggaz is fast learners, you're only as hot as the back burner
People can learn quickly, but without substantial progress, they will fall behind
From mad rappers and clap burners
I'm surrounded by angry, violent people in the rap industry
Talk to the foot thinkin' you real
Don't talk to me because you think you're the real deal
I'm starin' at the face of ya bill forgettin' how George Washington looks
I'm focused on the money and don't care how or where it comes from
You came to box a nigga that's flat out dirty
You came to fight someone who will use dirty tactics
Just name the spot and I'll be there a half hour early
Tell me where to meet you and I will arrive 30 minutes early
I write for the purpose to express a view
I write in order to express my opinions and views
A nigga that's wack? You a nigga that I don't like as a person
If you're bad at what you do, I won't like you as a person
I'm in shape to give you a quick whoopin', hard asshole in the wall
I'm ready to physically fight if necessary
Frownin' up, niggaz thinkin' you sick 'cause you sick lookin'
Acting tough doesn't mean you're actually tough
I'm heated, an' I'm-a go to trial blowin' my triggers
I'm angry and ready to fight
Ya'll niggaz ain't rough, you need to smile more in ya pictures
You all need to toughen up if you want to be taken seriously
Split somebody, and serve the nigga whose style you bit
If you steal someone's style, you deserve to be beaten
That bit like 10 niggaz that bit somebody
You copied multiple people who already copied someone else
Top of the world, all that's around you is beneath me
I am at the top and others are below me
Me learnin' from your mistakes is the only way you can teach me
I learn from others' mistakes instead of only my own
Mo' thunder, cockin' big heat
I am arrogant and intimidating
So undergrounds niggaz wit' beef can get mo' under, 6 feet
People who disagree with me will lose and be forgotten
Man ya missles, I plan to dis you
I am ready to shut you down
Unleash wit' about 30 punches before the first lands and hits you
I will hit you many times before you even get a chance to defend yourself
Niggaz I doubt ya'll 'cause I'm an outlaw
I doubt other people because I'm a rebel, and they aren't
Right-handed, built wit' a left that can arm wrestle a southpaw
I can use both hands and am extremely strong
Gun shine bright, (ya'll niggaz?) ya'll need to rhyme like 5'9
I shine bright and others need to write like me to compete
Unsigned wit' hype... (King!)
I am an unknown artist with great potential and power
I'm the kiiiiiiiing....on the microphone
I am the absolute best in my craft
I'm the kiiiiiiiing....no, no I ain't jokin'
I am truly the king, and not joking about it
I'm the kiiiiiiiing....that's in command, that's in command
I am in control and command of everything
I'm the kiiiiiiiing....on the microphone
I am the best with words and can command an audience
I'm the kiiiiiiiing....the funk rhymin' master
I am the master of my craft
I'm the kiiiiiiiing....that's in command, that's in command
I control and command everything and everyone around me
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc., Royalty Network
Written by: ALAN MAMAN, RYAN MONTGOMERY, RYAN D. MONTGOMERY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Knuckleheadtv1992
Favorite track on GTA 3! A lot of cops died to this track 🔥🔥
@1324rob
😂😂
@nevaehlugo9276
Word lml
@youarenotlikeme6224
haha
@th3king77
This is my second my first is rising to the top
@robertoyoung1404
Damn right
@saluttuvasbien7106
5 stars wanted listening to this in the car on Staunton Island...
@jonathanmurphy2796
Salut Tu vas bien I once had 6 stars it fucking crazy
@callmexxjacobxx
how the fuck can you get 6 stars without it being a mission
@Deevon
Banshee