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.
Something 2 Ride 2
Royce da 5'9" Lyrics
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Kick back and just catch a vibe to
I pop me a pill, I drink me another drink, if I was you
I got the flyest arsenal
Clip filled to capacity, you can call me the fire marshal
I'm ape with shit, I'm on my gorilla thing-thing
Me and Preme, you can call us the guillotine team
If it pops off, we spending that rock star bread
We doing numbers like the box office
Nigga you ain't tryna box, then stop talking
I got niggas from Watts to Boston
From New York to the Chi to Austin
So even if my eyes is off ya, other eyes is on ya
That belongs to them killers that's gon' ride up on ya
Bong, it's gasoline in my tongue
Patron in my kidneys, weed in my lungs
Trigger on my index finger
Handle in my palm is ringing my animal alarm
My mind is on Hannibal Lec, demand the respect
I'm taking your life 'less you hand me a check
I've been around, seen some things, sexed a lot of girls
I did my time but in my mind, I'm still thinking it's my world
I got my finger on the pulse of this music shit, I'm the truest
Now tell me who this sick and you can swallow everything
That's coming through this dick
Reignin King of the boom bap
Bomb strapped to my chest askin "Where ya goons at?"
I'm old school like a StarTac
On a voyage like Star Trek, me unemployed is far fetched
I'm hot, I got corduroy flow
You can picture but can't shake it, the Polaroid show
I book niggas for shows and put niggas in comas
So I hope that you niggas is roamers
Cause my niggas is Ryders like Winona
But we just tryna have a good time like Willona
I'm a zoner, all I do is zone out
Like a stoner as far away as Estonia
I'm a sucker for a good sucking, so tell ya bitch
That's it's best if she investing with this good lucking
Mami, would you rather fly over niggas heads?
Or keep your ass in the hood ducking?
I've been around, seen some things, sexed a lot of girls
I did my time but in my mind, I'm still thinking it's my world
I got my finger on the pulse of this music shit, I'm the truest
Now tell me who this sick and you can swallow everything
That's coming through this dick
Pardon my French, talk English
Steal your job, the discount is the five fingers
That's why Preme is the head, not king
My drive's on my toes, I got my Bedrock swing
Street Hop is a culture, I rock with the vultures
To make bread with the opposite toaster
I'm Py-reckless, I'm kitchen, equip sickening
And my neckless is glistening, it's expensive
So don't mention your ice whenever you mention my rhymes
Cause my pencil is priceless
So what you running for? Nigga I'm coming for you
If I'm the hyphen, then you the underscore
True and I'm lawless packing
I ain't no designer but I got a flawless jacket
Whoa, after "Boom," this afternoon
It's night-night, when me and Preme come back for more
I've been around, seen some things, sexed a lot of girls
I did my time but in my mind, I'm still thinking it's my world
I got my finger on the pulse of this music shit, I'm the truest
Now tell me who this sick and you can swallow everything
That's coming through this dick
This is a little something to ride to
Kick back and just catch a vibe to
I pop me a pill, I drink me another drink, if I was you
In "Something 2 Ride 2," Royce da 5'9" creates a laid-back atmosphere for the listener to relax and vibe to. He starts off by mentioning taking drugs and alcohol to enhance the experience. The next verse is about his being part of a "guillotine team" that chops off heads and pop off shots to protect his status in the hierarchy. Royster da 5'9" has people from different parts of the country watching his back, so "you ain't tryna box, then stop talking." He emphasizes his superiority in the music scene by declaring himself the "Reigning King of the boom bap," and his music as the truest.
The chorus of the song talks about how Royce da 5'9" has seen it all and done it all, implying that he is experienced and wise. The bridge section highlights his status as a rapper by saying that he's the truest in the game and nobody can touch him. The third verse displays his rough, gangster side with references to violence, but also his sense of humor by saying he's a "sucker for a good sucking."
Overall, "Something 2 Ride 2" is a song for chilling and cruising with a smooth flow from Royce da 5'9" that captures the vibe of the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
This is a little something to ride to
The song is created to help relax and enjoy the ride.
Kick back and just catch a vibe to
The listener should feel at ease and go with the flow of the music.
I pop me a pill, I drink me another drink, if I was you
The artist suggests that taking drugs and alcohol will enhance the experience of listening to the song.
I got the flyest arsenal
The artist has an impressive collection of weapons.
Clip filled to capacity, you can call me the fire marshal
The artist has a lot of ammo and can handle any situation.
I'm ape with shit, I'm on my gorilla thing-thing
The artist is confident and powerful.
Me and Preme, you can call us the guillotine team
The artist and his partner are efficient in their work and will chop off heads of those who oppose them.
We chop off heads, pop off lead
The artist and his partner will use lethal force if necessary.
If it pops off, we spending that rock star bread
If there is a violent conflict, they will spend money like rock stars to win.
We doing numbers like the box office
The artist is successful and sells a lot of records, just like a blockbuster movie does well in the box office.
Nigga you ain't tryna box, then stop talking
The artist challenges anyone who talks but is not willing to fight.
I got niggas from Watts to Boston
The artist has connections all over the country.
From New York to the Chi to Austin
The artist has connections in major cities across the United States.
So even if my eyes is off ya, other eyes is on ya
There are people who are watching and ready to take action.
That belongs to them killers that's gon' ride up on ya
The artist has connections to people who are willing to hurt others.
Bong, it's gasoline in my tongue
The artist's rhymes are explosive and powerful.
Patron in my kidneys, weed in my lungs
The artist drinks alcohol and smokes marijuana.
Trigger on my index finger
The artist is ready to shoot his gun.
Handle in my palm is ringing my animal alarm
The artist is always alert and ready for danger.
My mind is on Hannibal Lec, demand the respect
The artist demands respect and is inspired by the fictional character Hannibal Lecter.
I'm taking your life 'less you hand me a check
The artist will harm or kill someone who owes him money.
I've been around, seen some things, sexed a lot of girls
The artist has been through a lot in life and has had a lot of sexual partners.
I did my time but in my mind, I'm still thinking it's my world
The artist has served time in prison but still feels entitled to his desires.
I got my finger on the pulse of this music shit, I'm the truest
The artist is in touch with the music industry and is authentic.
Now tell me who this sick and you can swallow everything
The artist challenges anyone who thinks they are better than him.
Reigning King of the boom bap
The artist is the top rapper in the old-school hip-hop genre.
Bomb strapped to my chest asking 'Where ya goons at?'
The artist is dangerous and wants to find his enemies.
I'm old school like a StarTac
The artist is from an older generation.
On a voyage like Star Trek, me unemployed is far fetched
The artist is on a journey like a character in Star Trek and can't imagine being unemployed.
I'm hot, I got corduroy flow
The artist has a unique and impressive rap style.
You can picture but can't shake it, the Polaroid show
The artist's music is memorable like a Polaroid photo.
I book niggas for shows and put niggas in comas
The artist is successful and can injure others.
So I hope that you niggas is roamers
The artist wants his enemies to be on the move and unprepared.
Cause my niggas is Ryders like Winona
The artist's friends are loyal and strong like the character Winona from the TV show Sons of Anarchy.
But we just tryna have a good time like Willona
The artist and his friends want to enjoy life like the character Willona from the TV show Good Times.
I'm a zoner, all I do is zone out
The artist often gets lost in his thoughts and daydreams.
Like a stoner as far away as Estonia
The artist is so lost in thought that he feels as far away as the country Estonia.
I'm a sucker for a good sucking, so tell ya bitch
The artist enjoys receiving oral sex and tells the listener to pass on the message.
That's it's best if she investing with this good lucking
The artist tells the listener that he is a good catch and worth her time.
Mami, would you rather fly over niggas heads?
The artist asks a woman if she would rather be above others or protected by him.
Or keep your ass in the hood ducking?
The artist asks if the woman would rather stay in a dangerous environment or leave with him.
Pardon my French, talk English
The artist apologizes for cursing and asks that the listener speak clearly.
Steal your job, the discount is the five fingers
The artist is a thief and will take things by force.
That's why Preme is the head, not king
The artist's partner is in charge of their business, not him.
My drive's on my toes, I got my Bedrock swing
The artist is motivated and has a unique style.
Street Hop is a culture, I rock with the vultures
The artist identifies with the culture of street rap and associates with dangerous people.
To make bread with the opposite toaster
The artist is making money through illegal activities.
I'm Py-reckless, I'm kitchen, equip sickening
The artist is reckless and dangerous but well-prepared.
And my neckless is glistening, it's expensive
The artist wears an expensive and shiny necklace.
So don't mention your ice whenever you mention my rhymes
The artist's rhymes are more valuable and impressive than his jewelry.
Cause my pencil is priceless
The artist's lyrics are more valuable than anything else he has.
So what you running for? Nigga I'm coming for you
The artist is going after his enemies and will not let them get away easily.
If I'm the hyphen, then you the underscore
The artist is the main attraction and his enemies are secondary to him.
Whoa, after 'Boom,' this afternoon
The artist is referring to his song 'Boom' and suggests that there will be more to come.
It's night-night, when me and Preme come back for more
The artist and his partner will return and continue to be successful.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Martin, Christopher E. / Montgomery, Ryan / Coleman, Phonte Lyshod
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
WatchYourKlLLCAM
this song always makes me picture myself in a muscle car riding through the city real slow with the top down.. all I'm missing is the car.
David Kerns
Get that car homie!!!!
GenieEmz
You can do it
Shaun Arzu
@Euttd Siggh facts im wondering too lml
Euttd Siggh
Did you bought it now? Its been 7 years?
Golden Hip Hop
Words can't describe how much of a masterpiece this song is. PREEEMOOOO!!
MEEZLEMONSTER
Every few years, I have to add another hidden gem to my favorite Premo beats list...
Mario Garcia
Few years? That's wayyyyy too long a wait to discover a hidden gem
FireSauce614
U so late...
Jordan Rios
Smooth as fuck. Loved their collabs on this album, it felt like Preem was trying things out of his usual comfort zone.