the invitation
Saigon Featuring Q-Tip And Fatman Scoop Lyrics

Ain't nothin' stoppin this murderin in Metropolis
There is nothing that can prevent the violence and crime in the city of Metropolis.

I represent the poor profitless corner monopolipis
I am the voice of the impoverished and disadvantaged neighborhoods that lack economic opportunities.

The pessimist outnumber the optimist on the block and it's
There are more people with a negative outlook on life than those who are hopeful on the neighborhood streets.

Coppers that got binoculars cause I can feel them watchin us
The police are constantly surveilling us, and their presence is evident even without direct visual contact.

(Feel em watchin us) If only they knew what we had a pocket of
If only the police were aware of the limited resources we possess.

They probably swarm in without a warning pointin glocks at us
They would likely aggressively approach us, wielding firearms, without any prior notice or warning.

Get down...but this is gettin us paid
Lowering ourselves to engage in illegal activities is unfortunately bringing in financial gain.

So at a very tender age we learned the tricks of the trade
From a young age, we acquired knowledge and skills related to the illicit activities we are involved in.

Copping coke to cooking it to chipping it with the blade
We go through the process of acquiring cocaine, preparing it, and cutting it with a knife.

To baggin and pitchin to gettin rid of it in a raid
We package and distribute the drugs, ensuring their removal before any unexpected and potentially detrimental police operation.

Most of us would never get to stage, when its lawyers and bail
The majority of us will never overcome the situation to reach a stage where lawyers and bail come into play.

Hell we're happy to get stiffed in the cage
In fact, we consider it a small victory to simply survive and endure imprisonment.

And it's crazy we be out here days upon days
It is absurd that we spend our lives in a continuous cycle of criminal activities and street life.

Makin just enough to get some licks, some kicks, and some haze
We only manage to earn a meager income, barely enough to afford some indulgences like drugs, fashion, and relaxation.

It's a damn shame we're placed in a no win situation
It is truly unfortunate that we find ourselves trapped in circumstances where there are no viable or favorable outcomes.

The party is in the pen and the blow is the invitation
The real excitement and enjoyment are found within the confines of incarceration, and drugs serve as the catalyst for entering this exclusive party.

Rikers Island you don't stop
The cycle of incarceration and the associated lifestyle in Rikers Island, a notorious prison, never ceases.

Greenhaven all day you don't stop
The same goes for Greenhaven, another long-lasting and notorious correctional facility.

Hold it down in Rahway you don't stop
We maintain our presence and control even in Rahway, yet another prison.

You gotta strive in Elmira you don't stop
To survive, one must continually put in effort and determination, even in the challenging environment of Elmira.

Sullivan, Kelso and you don't stop
The perseverance and endurance required in Sullivan and Kelso prisons are equally vital.

All my peoples Auburn you don't stop
We must maintain solidarity and resilience among our associates in Auburn prison.

And last but not least for the sure shot
Finally, for the guaranteed success and certainty, we have the abandoned nation.

Teresea baby daddy got a bad habit of smokin money up
Teresea's child's father has a detrimental habit of wasting money on substance abuse.

She gettin some strippin paper but saved enough for a tummy tuck
She earns income by working as a stripper, but has managed to save some money for a cosmetic surgery procedure.

Little man hungry as fuck he only one-years-old
The young child is extremely hungry despite being only one year old.

But knows he's unlucky and such
He is already aware of the adversity and misfortune that surrounds him.

As he grows he gets bitter now he acts up in class
As he matures, he becomes resentful and starts exhibiting disruptive behavior at school.

He curses his teachers out tellin them they can kiss his ass
He expresses his anger and defiance towards his teachers, disrespecting them and rejecting their authority.

Soon as he didn't pass his mama whoppin his ass
Once he fails his exams, his mother punishes him harshly.

His pops is not around the boy is blocked down
His father is absent from his life, leaving the boy feeling emotionally and socially disadvantaged.

(Blocked down) Not even 12 months later
It doesn't even take a full year for the negative consequences to manifest.

He suckin on 40oz and pissin in elevators
Within a short period of time, he starts engaging in destructive behaviors such as drinking large quantities of alcohol and displaying disrespectful actions like urinating in public places.

Idolizin the guys with big rides that gettin quick paper
He admires individuals who have expensive cars and make money quickly through illicit means.

And now he despises the shit-taker
He holds contempt and disdain for those who are victims of the system and struggle to escape poverty.

He 13 goin on 26 and a half
Despite his young age, he thinks and acts as if he were much older and more experienced.

His only dream is to have bricks and a stash
His sole aspiration is to possess large quantities of drugs and money.

Poppin the clutch and hittin the gas, so he start dabblin
He rapidly accelerates his involvement in the drug trade, starting to experiment and take risks.

In the coke game pitchin for halves
He becomes a player in the cocaine market, selling it in smaller quantities.

Now he sittin in a cell with an unpeculiar bail
Currently, he finds himself incarcerated, unable to afford the unusual amount set for his release on bail.

He happened to make a sale to an unfamiliar male
Unbeknownst to him, he made a drug transaction with an undercover police officer.

Who was an undercover cop his photo is at the station
The person he sold drugs to turned out to be a law enforcement officer, and his photograph is now on display at the police station.

The party is in the pen and the blow is the invitation
The true excitement and sense of belonging are found in prison, and cocaine serves as the ticket to enter this exclusive party.

Bayview and Clinton you don't stop
The cycle of incarceration and lifestyle of Bayview and Clinton prisons never come to an end.

North Branch, Connely you don't stop
The same applies to North Branch and Connely, two more correctional facilities with a perpetual presence.

Hurstville, Bunker Hill you don't stop
The cycle of incarceration and the associated lifestyle in Hurstville and Bunker Hill prisons persist without interruption.

Greenville, James River you don't stop
The same goes for Greenville and James River, both prisons where the cycle of incarceration continues indefinitely.

The party is in the pen and the government is promotin it
The government inadvertently endorses and encourages the lifestyle of the prison system.

That's the reason I don't be believin in all this votin shit
This is why I have lost faith in the political system and do not believe in the act of voting.

They bring the coke in this bitch, ain't no poppy seeds
The authorities allow the entry of cocaine into the community, but there are no means for legitimate economic growth and prosperity.

In the p's please, there's nothing but a whole lot of hopelessness
The prisons, referred to as 'p's', contain nothing but overwhelming despair and lack of opportunity.

That's where all the focus is makin sure all the blacks
Society's attention is primarily directed at ensuring that the African American community remains marginalized.

Stay in the back the same place that uh, Scoliosis is
They are systematically kept in a disadvantaged position, similar to how scoliosis affects posture and body alignment.

How can they lie with such compulsiveness we just sit around
It is bewildering how relentlessly they deceive us, while we simply remain passively idle.

Acting like this is how we supposed to live
We passively accept and conform to this living condition, as if it is our predetermined fate.

Fuck outta here, I can swear in bout a year
Expressing frustration, I confidently assert that within a year, I will demand answers from those in power.

I'll have these suckas in explainin why the hell they still got us here
I will confront and challenge those in authority, demanding explanations for why they continue to oppress and imprison us.

This gettin treated like shit still gettin beat
Despite our deplorable treatment and ongoing physical abuse, we endure.

With nightsticks, still attractin heat in my six
We are subjected to police violence, but despite that, we continue to draw attention and provoke law enforcement with our firearms.

That's why we ride still drink Barcardi and the Gin
Our response to the oppressive environment is to continue indulging in substances like Bacardi and gin.

That's why you tryna invite me to the party in the pen
Your invitation to the prison event is an acknowledgment of my involvement in illicit activities and the lifestyle associated with it.

The body will get your ass up in the VIP
Participating in criminal activities will grant you access to higher status and privileges within the prison system.

And the burner will get you in without showing your id
Possessing a firearm will allow you to navigate through the prison environment without having to provide identification or credentials.

The coke that'll get you in especially if you cook it up
In particular, possessing and distributing cocaine will guarantee your acceptance and status within the prison system, especially if you have the ability to prepare it.

You RSVP to the party in the P
By engaging in criminal activities and becoming involved in the illegal drug trade, you are essentially confirming your attendance at the prison event.

Enitentiary Saigitty I am the truth
In the penitentiary, I, Saigitty, represent the harsh reality and provide an unfiltered perspective.

I ain't one of these kids that lie to the youth, I'm living proof
I am not like those who deceive the younger generation; I am living evidence of the harsh realities they face.

Comstock in the house it don't stop
The cycle of incarceration and the associated lifestyle in Comstock prison continue without pause.

Sing Sing, uh you don't stop
The iconic Sing Sing prison remains a constant presence, its activities never ceasing.

Attica come on you don't stop
Attica prison maintains its operations steadfastly, without pause or interruption.

Out in Greenhaven you don't stop
The activities and realities in Greenhaven prison persist continuously, without any cessation.

And what it do Rahway you don't stop
Similarly, Rahway prison remains an ongoing and relentless presence in the lives of the incarcerated.

Out west in Lompoc you don't stop
Even in the western region, Lompoc prison maintains its control and influence without relenting.

Is San Quetin in the house and you don't stop
The notorious San Quentin prison remains an active part of the prison system, unceasing in its operations.

Over in Ironwood you don't stop
Ironwood prison continues its activities without any break or cessation.

What about Aronhill you don't stop
In Aronhill prison, the cycle of incarceration and the associated lifestyle persist without pause.

North Branch do it up you don't stop
The cycle of incarceration and the associated lifestyle in North Branch prison continue without interruption.

Over in Connelly you don't stop
Likewise, the activities and conditions in Connelly prison persist unceasingly.

Saigon the Yardfather you don't stop
Saigon, known as the Yardfather, continues to make his presence felt without any interruption or pause.

Just Blaze on the beat he keeps it hot
The producer Just Blaze consistently delivers high-energy and dynamic beats to maintain the heat of the track.

And last but not least for the sure shot
Finally, for the guaranteed success and certainty, we have the abandoned nation.

It's the abandoned nation
The marginalized and oppressed communities represent an abandoned nation, marginalized and forgotten by society.

Comstock's in the house hands up (hands up)
In Comstock, prison inmates raise their hands in a sign of acknowledgment or submission.

Sing Sing's in the house hands up (hands up)
In Sing Sing prison, incarcerated individuals raise their hands in recognition or surrender.

Attica's in the house hands up (hands high)
In Attica prison, inmates raise their hands in a show of unity and rebellion.

Greenhaven's in the house hands up (to the sky)
In Greenhaven prison, incarcerated individuals raise their hands high, symbolizing their longing for freedom or a better future.

Rahway's in the house hands up (put em up)
In Rahway prison, inmates raise their hands, demonstrating their presence or acknowledging authority figures.

Lompoc's in the house hands up (keep em up)
In Lompoc prison, prisoners raise their hands, either as a show of solidarity or compliance.

Elmira's in the house hands up (hands high)
In Elmira prison, inmates raise their hands high, expressing a desire for liberation or escape.

Sullivan's in the house hands up (put em up, put em up)
In Sullivan prison, incarcerated individuals raise their hands, either as a sign of surrender or to comply with orders.