The name βRoyceβ 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 5β²9β 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. Royceβs 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 βBoomβ 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 β 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 βRenegadesβ [Original Version], βNuttinβ to Doβ, βScary Moviesβ, βSheβs the Oneβ, and βSee You In Hellβ, which appeared on Eminemβs album The Slim Shady LP, titled βBad Meets Evilβ.
In 2001 Royce was set to work with Dr Dreβs Chronic 2000 project as a ghostwriter. He contributed tracks including βThe Messageβ, βThe Throne Is Mineβ, βStay In Your Placeβ and the original version of βXxplosiveβ titled βThe Way I Be Pimpinββ.
Royceβs 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 Royceβs 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 βShit on Uβ (over D12βs βShit on Youβ), taking shots at Bizzare of D12. Royce continued record dis tracks including βWe Ridinββ, βDeath Dayβ, and βMalcolm Xβ. Thereβs 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, Royceβs 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 Royceβs third full length album release Independentβs Day on Trouble/M.I.C. Records.
Royce Da 5β²9β³ 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 βTell Meβ ft. Christina Aguilera for Diddyβs album Press Play.
In May 2007, Royce Da 5β²9β³ 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.
It's Over
Royce da 5'9" Lyrics
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That nigga Strick, Royce the 5'9''
Rock-A-Block all day, what yo yo yo
I'm the type to show up to the studio
Write that shit, spit it, hit it, leave ya'll askin "Who dat?"
I'm the next nigga to boom, I assumed ya'll already knew that
Hip hop's hottest new cat, lay your crew flat
Have your label faxin my label askin "Why ya'll have to do that?"
And more than a few cats agree you shouldn't even do rap
What you recorded, screw that, buy a new DAT
Your girl's a true rat, so when I fucked her I wore two hats
So move back you little newjack
'Fore you fuck around and do some shit that get not only you
But your whole crew whacked
Too strong and I'm too black
And pack not one but two gats
And I'ma aim em at you black, true dat
The veteran that'll never retire
Devilish, judge the red in my eye
Judge the nine instead of my size
Ahead of my time, the second coming of a legend in rhymes
That'll shine whenever I die
We never lie, you'll never get by
I just got love, I used to roll wit big shot thugs to hip hop clubs
You act up, the fifth got hugged and blasted
Pits got dugged and filled back up wit stiffs wrapped up in plastic
Give me a heater, you givin' me a reason to shoot
You givin' me the key to your coupe
Midwest, not the middle, Strick clutchin' the five
Wavin' the tec out the window, clip touchin' the tire
Shit is over
Shit is over, shit is over
The shit is over, the shit is over
'Cause ain't nobody fuckin' wit us
Ain't nobody fuckin' wit us
Shit is ove'
In the opening lines of Royce da 5β9β's song "It's Over," he starts off by introducing the collaborators of the track, Silky Don Entertainment and Strick. From his first verse, Royce establishes his reputation as an up-and-coming rapper worthy of recognition. He's the type of confident rapper who can show up to the studio and spit rhymes off the top of his head, leaving his competition wondering who he is. Royce believes he's the hottest new cat in the hip hop game, capable of crushing the competition, putting the established labels on blast. As the verse goes on, Royce becomes more and more confrontational, telling other rappers that the crowd doesn't like them and that they should consider a new career path. He talks about his sexual conquests and warns everyone not to cross him. Royce represents the quintessential gangster rapper, who isn't afraid to cause bodily harm to protect his reputation.
In the chorus, the phrase "shit is over" is repeated several times, defining the mood of the track. The song has a gruff, aggressive feel to it, with a hard-hitting bass line and a swaggering beat. Royce da 5β9β is aiming to make his mark in the industry, and he's not going to let anyone stand in his way. In the second verse, Royce comes out guns blazing, describing himself as a legend in the making. He's ahead of his time and destined to be remembered long after he dies. He talks about his past as a "big shot" who rolled with some tough individuals to hip hop clubs. He warns that he's still a dangerous man who knows how to handle himself in a fight. In the closing lines of the song, Royce leaves no question that he's the one in charge, and the competition needs to step out of his way if they know what's good for them.
Line by Line Meaning
What, Silky Don Entertainment
Introducing the group Silky Don Entertainment.
That nigga Strick, Royce the 5'9''
Introducing the rappers Strick and Royce the 5'9''.
Rock-A-Block all day, what yo yo yo
Affirming the group's name as Rock-A-Block.
I'm the type to show up to the studio
Asserting the artist's work ethic.
Write that shit, spit it, hit it, leave ya'll askin "Who dat?"
Confidently boasting about his rap skills.
I'm the next nigga to boom, I assumed ya'll already knew that
Claiming to be the next big rapper.
Hip hop's hottest new cat, lay your crew flat
Boasting to be the hottest new rapper.
Have your label faxin my label askin "Why ya'll have to do that?"
Stating that his success makes other labels envious.
It's a true fact, when you rap, the crowd boo that
Insulting other rappers' abilities.
And more than a few cats agree you shouldn't even do rap
Claiming that others believe some rappers should not even be in the industry.
What you recorded, screw that, buy a new DAT
Dismissing other rappers' recordings as inferior.
Your girl's a true rat, so when I fucked her I wore two hats
Boasting about sexual exploits with another rapper's partner.
So move back you little newjack
Threatening another new rapper to step back.
'Fore you fuck around and do some shit that get not only you
Warning the new rapper to stay in line before causing more harm.
But your whole crew whacked
Threatening the new rapper's entire crew.
Too strong and I'm too black
Boasting about his strength and skin color.
And pack not one but two gats
Stating that he carries two guns for protection.
And I'ma aim em at you black, true dat
Threatening the new rapper again and affirming that he means it.
The veteran that'll never retire
Asserting his status as a veteran in the industry.
Devilish, judge the red in my eye
Describing his demeanor as devilish and dangerous.
Judge the nine instead of my size
Indicating that he is dangerous due to his gun, not his physical size.
Ahead of my time, the second coming of a legend in rhymes
Claiming to be a legend in the making and ahead of his time.
That'll shine whenever I die
Asserting that his legacy will continue to shine after he dies.
We never lie, you'll never get by
Claiming that he never lies and that others will not be able to surpass him.
I just got love, I used to roll wit big shot thugs to hip hop clubs
Explaining that he has love for the industry and used to hang out with other influential figures in the rap scene.
You act up, the fifth got hugged and blasted
Threatening to use his gun if provoked.
Pits got dugged and filled back up wit stiffs wrapped up in plastic
Referencing the dangerous surroundings that he has encountered and potentially been involved with.
Give me a heater, you givin' me a reason to shoot
Asking for a gun and warning that provocation could lead to deadly consequences.
You givin' me the key to your coupe
Insinuating that he could easily steal someone's car if provoked.
Midwest, not the middle, Strick clutchin' the five
Affirming that he is from the Midwest and that his partner has a gun.
Wavin' the tec out the window, clip touchin' the tire
Describing in detail how his partner is threatening others with his gun.
Shit is over
Ending the song with an affirmation that others cannot compete with their talent and power.
Shit is over, shit is over
Repeating the phrase for emphasis.
The shit is over, the shit is over
Repeating the phrase again for emphasis.
'Cause ain't nobody fuckin' wit us
Asserting that nobody can compete with them.
Ain't nobody fuckin' wit us
Repeating the phrase again to emphasize their power.
Shit is ove'
Ending the song with a short abbreviation of the phrase, indicating that their power is absolute.
Lyrics Β© Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RUBALCAVA ALFREDO RICARDO, RICARDO RUBALCAVA ALFREDO, MICHAEL SEMBELLO
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