In 1994, his first track was titled "Still Caught Up", which earned a nomination for Best Rap Recording at the 1996 Juno Awards. He was also nominated for another Juno of the same award in 2000 for "Money Or Love". In 2001, Saukrates produced the track "Uh-Huh" for Redman's Malpractice album, and appeared on a track called "Enjoy Da Ride". He also did a track called "Fine Line" for the soundtrack to Method Man and Redman's How High movie. In 2002, Saukrates teamed up with fellow Canadian producer Agile from BrassMunk to produce the track "Heaven" for Nas' God's Son and it featured Jully Black.
Canadian hip hop artists have had a hard time getting established south of the border, and Saukrates is no exception. In 1996, he was signed to Warner Bros. Records. Unfortunately for Saukrates, Warner dropped him in 1998, which was one year before his debut album The Underground Tapes was released to critical acclaim. By the year 2000, Saukrates reached another big deal with Def Jam and Gilla House Records (owned by Redman). Eventually, Saukrates was dropped by Def Jam because he was no longer considered a priority, however he remained with Gilla House. As of 2006, Saukrates is still looking to sign with a major record label.
On November 19, 2006, he performed "Promiscuous" with Nelly Furtado at halftime show of the 94th Grey Cup (the CFL championship game). Two days later, Saukrates beat-boxed during her performance of "Say It Right" at the 2006 American Music Awards in Los Angeles. On February 23, 2007, he appeared on the daytime drama One Life to Live with Nelly Furtado, performing "Promiscuous". Saukrates is also touring with Nelly Furtado on her Get Loose Tour, singing as a backing vocalist and supporting act.
Saukrates appears on two tracks of Redman's new album Red Gone Wild, released March 2007.
ROLLIN'
Saukrates Lyrics
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Intro: Masta Ace
things are same all over
it don't matter where you come from
east coast west coast T dot O dot down south
you gotta keep rollin if you gonna get through all this
[Masta Ace]
yo yo I makes green backs of mean tracks
it seems that life ain't nuttin but phat cars
and green stack 2 storeys high
I wouldn't want to die
po broke and lonely, no joke I'm only
a hop jump and skip, from 30, gotta get my hands dirty
if I want to see cash that's gon last
I hit you wit a blast, straight from the heart
where's the math, gotta go for broke witout a cast
ain't shit changed but nickels and dimes to G notes
we floats flush rides and crush prides and jack fakers
crack makers never left the neighbourhood
cash rules everything except me
that's what cream mean, don't rule the rhyme
on valentines day nigga, you still couldnt find
the heart to try to step to, fuck wit
mess wit, your desperate, stop bullshittin nigga and lets get
all this dough like Pillbury and I still bury
wack rappers in 96 kid I feel very confident its my year to
and my tongue will tear you
keep rollin in dough and son I hear you
Chorus
Baby roll wit me, maybe you can see
what all life can be
(what you gonna do when your mind gets old)
[Saukrates]
(make money)the slogn of ghetto dwellers in such
(take money)the phrase of an organized bank rush
sittin on top of the dome like Al Capone
interceptin drug carriers and takin they home
popularity can make you a buck but nigga that shit is luck
solidify your cash, your the biggest guy
gotta tooken out,
the bitch caught a disease for the plague Saukrates
now who's got the g's
desperado, get away cars hittin the throttle
pinchin diamonds the size of the lotto
any kind of hesitation to 25 ta life you get
come out, kickin Carlito 'cause you can't resist
in your world wife and kids become the minority
cause yens, franks, marks and dollars become your priority
on stage frontin as if your mic makes all your cream
father time paid off the sandman and saw your dream
nigga quit it, you in it for the cash admit it
'cause I did it, and never gave a fuck for rap critics
realize Corleone style, I know some niggas desperate
they'd sell they mother for a 7 digit figure
don't you get it...
Chorus
[O.C.]
Yo Sauk, yo Ace, what's up wit money over there
whppin on the street like he just don't care
his flambouyancy annoying,
ignorant nigga figure he gon roll all his life
thinkin he gon roll all his life being big bad and bold
and what, sellin drugs on the street ain't nuttin but a sucka
he gets fucked and his mind mad mushy intelligents all fuzzy,
get shot street nigga forgot who was he
in it for all things respect
you rightful to fall of in life either deceased or arrested
mastermind designed you had through a science giver
mad man reigned over major alliance
your world revolved around gold, cars and diamonds
sluts and scars , draggin behind bars still
the wake up call, face off the jail bully
takin your man hood, thought you had a pussy
come home seen your man, now the lies arise
tellin your man you was fightin niggas twice your size
your conscious is feelin it, sippin a brew
2 years you got screwed, by the system and a stiff one
mental swollen and your manhood stolen
wrecked and got dugout for the price of gold
Chorus
The song "Rollin'" by Saukrates featuring Masta Ase and O.C. explores the theme of the pursuit of money and its influence on people's lives. The first verse by Masta Ase talks about the struggle of making money and the dangers of being poor. He mentions that he needs to "get his hands dirty" to earn cash and that the only thing that hasn't changed is the value of money. He also highlights the fact that people often prioritize money over relationships and love.
Saukrates takes over on the second verse, and he tackles the subject of criminality, and the idea of being desperate for money. Saukrates argues that hustling might seem lucrative, but it’s more about luck than a solid financial plan. Criminal activities are often impulsive, and they carry heavy consequences. He also suggests that money is a powerful tool that can ruin relationships and corrupt people's souls.
O.C. concludes the song, and he talks about how the pursuit of money can be detrimental, and how it's an illusion in the grand scheme of things. He echoes Saukrates' sentiments that money can lead to desperation and push people to engage in criminal activities.
Overall, the song delivers a thought-provoking message about the corrupting influence of money and its impact on people's lives.
Line by Line Meaning
yo yo I makes green backs of mean tracks
I make money by creating great music.
it seems that life ain't nuttin but phat cars
Life appears to be all about having fancy cars.
and green stack 2 storeys high
And having stacks of money, two stories high.
I wouldn't want to die
I wouldn't want to die without experiencing wealth and success.
po broke and lonely, no joke I'm only
Being broke and alone is no joke, and it's a situation I want to avoid.
gotta get my hands dirty
I have to work hard and take risks to make money and succeed.
if I want to see cash that's gon last
If I want to have long-term financial security, I need to work hard.
where's the math, gotta go for broke witout a cast
I must take risks and put everything on the line without a safety net.
ain't shit changed but nickels and dimes to G notes
The only thing that's changed is the amount of money I'm making, from small change to large bills.
we floats flush rides and crush prides and jack fakers
We ride in expensive and impressive cars and we take down those who are fake and insincere.
that's what cream mean, don't rule the rhyme
Money may be important, but it doesn't determine the quality of the music being made.
on valentines day nigga, you still couldnt find
On Valentine's Day, even if you have money, you still might not find love.
the heart to try to step to, fuck wit
You might not have the courage to pursue or fight for what you want, even if you have money.
mess wit, your desperate, stop bullshittin nigga and lets get
If you keep messing around, it shows you're desperate. Stop it and let's get to the point.
(make money)the slogn of ghetto dwellers in such
The slogan of those living in poverty areas is 'make money'.
(take money)the phrase of an organized bank rush
The phrase of a planned bank robbery is 'take money'.
sittin on top of the dome like Al Capone
Being on top of things and in control, like Al Capone.
popularity can make you a buck but nigga that shit is luck
Being popular may make some money, but it's mostly luck.
solidify your cash, your the biggest guy
To ensure long-term financial security, you need to be the richest person around.
gotta tooken out,
You have to take out your competition.
the bitch caught a disease for the plague Saukrates
The metaphorical 'bitch' (competition) has been brought down by Saukrates's skill and talent.
now who's got the g's
Now who has the money and power.
desperado, get away cars hittin the throttle
Acting like a desperado, speeding through the streets in a getaway car.
pinchin diamonds the size of the lotto
Stealing very valuable and rare diamonds.
any kind of hesitation to 25 ta life you get
If you hesitate or slip up, you can get a 25 year prison sentence immediately.
in your world wife and kids become the minority
In your world, your family becomes less important compared to money and power.
on stage frontin as if your mic makes all your cream
On stage pretending like your microphone is the reason for your wealth.
father time paid off the sandman and saw your dream
Time and reality catch up with you, revealing the true value of your accomplishments.
realize Corleone style, I know some niggas desperate
Realize, like the character Corleone, that some people are so desperate for money and power that they'll do anything to get it.
they'd sell they mother for a 7 digit figure
They would do anything, no matter how immoral, to make a lot of money.
Yo Sauk, yo Ace, what's up wit money over there
Hey Sauk, hey Ace, what's going on with the money over there?
his flambouyancy annoying,
His excessive flashiness is irritating.
ignorant nigga figure he gon roll all his life
A foolish person who thinks he'll always be successful and wealthy.
and what, sellin drugs on the street ain't nuttin but a sucka
Drug dealing on the street is a foolish and dangerous decision.
he gets fucked and his mind mad mushy intelligents all fuzzy,
If he gets caught or slips up, his intelligence level drops dramatically due to the consequences of his actions.
get shot street nigga forgot who was he
If he gets shot or killed, his identity becomes lost and forgotten.
in it for all things respect
In it for the sake of respect and admiration.
you rightful to fall of in life either deceased or arrested
If you engage in illegal and dangerous behavior, it's justifiable to fall from grace and either die or end up in jail.
mastermind designed you had through a science giver
You were a mastermind planner and crafted your strategy through careful thinking and analysis.
mad man reigned over major alliance
A crazy man was in charge of a major group or organization.
your world revolved around gold, cars and diamonds
Your world was centered around having material possessions like gold, cars, and diamonds.
sluts and scars , draggin behind bars still
Women who are seen as promiscuous and men who have been scarred are still affected by time spent in prison.
the wake up call, face off the jail bully
Being in prison was a wake-up call, and involved having conflicts with other inmates.
takin your man hood, thought you had a pussy
Taking away your masculinity and belittling you as if you were a weak person.
come home seen your man, now the lies arise
Upon returning home and seeing your friends, you realize how much they've lied to you.
your conscious is feelin it, sippin a brew
You feel guilty or remorseful, having a drink to cope with those emotions.
2 years you got screwed, by the system and a stiff one
You were punished for two years by the system, and had a 'stiff one' (prison sentence) coming your way.
mental swollen and your manhood stolen
Your mental well-being is affected by the prison experience, and your masculinity has been stripped away.
wrecked and got dugout for the price of gold
You were ruined and punished severely because of the value placed on gold and material possessions.
Baby roll wit me, maybe you can see what all life can be
Come with me and experience all the possibilities that life has to offer.
(what you gonna do when your mind gets old)
What are you going to do when you grow old and your mind is not as sharp or quick as it used to be?
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Ultra Tunes, Universal Music Publishing Group, GLOBAL TALENT MUSIC PUB INC, Global Talent Publishing
Written by: MARK ASARI, CAIRO BENN, PIERRE JERMAINE, JEROME WILLIAMS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
dalyricus B
Yeah just like I was sayin
things are same all over
it don't matter where you come from
east coast west coast T dot O dot down south
you gotta keep rollin if you gonna get through all this
yo yo I makes green backs of mean tracks
it seems that life ain't nuttin but phat cars
and green stack 2 storeys high
I wouldn't want to die
po broke and lonely, no joke I'm only
a hop jump and skip, from 30, gotta get my hands dirty
if I want to see cash that's gon last
I hit you wit a blast, straight from the heart
where's the math, gotta go for broke witout a cast
ain't shit changed but nickels and dimes to G notes
we floats flush rides and crush prides and jack fakers
crack makers never left the neighbourhood
cash rules everything except me
that's what cream mean, don't rule the rhyme
on valentines day nigga, you still couldnt find
the heart to try to step to, fuck wit
mess wit, your desperate, stop bullshittin nigga and lets get
all this dough like Pillbury and I still bury
wack rappers in 96 kid I feel very confident its my year to
and my tongue will tear you
keep rollin in dough and son I hear you
Baby roll wit me, maybe you can see
what all life can be
the slogn of ghetto dwellers in such
the phrase of an organized bank rush
sittin on top of the dome like Al Capone
interceptin drug carriers and takin they home
popularity can make you a buck but nigga that shit is luck
solidify your cash, your the biggest guy
gotta tooken out,
the bitch caught a disease for the plague Saukrates
now who's got the g's
desperado, get away cars hittin the throttle
pinchin diamonds the size of the lotto
any kind of hesitation to 25 ta life you get
come out, kickin Carlito 'cause you can't resist
in your world wife and kids become the minority
cause yens, franks, marks and dollars become your priority
on stage frontin as if your mic makes all your cream
father time paid off the sandman and saw your dream
nigga quit it, you in it for the cash admit it
'cause I did it, and never gave a fuck for rap critics
realize Corleone style, I know some niggas desperate
they'd sell they mother for a 7 digit figure
don't you get it...
Baby roll wit me, maybe you can see
Yo Sauk, yo Ace, what's up wit money over there
whppin on the street like he just don't care
his flambouyancy annoying,
ignorant nigga figure he gon roll all his life
thinkin he gon roll all his life being big bad and bold
and what, sellin drugs on the street ain't nuttin but a sucka
he gets fucked and his mind mad mushy intelligents all fuzzy,
get shot street nigga forgot who was he
in it for all things respect
you rightful to fall of in life either deceased or arrested
mastermind designed you had through a science giver
mad man reigned over major alliance
your world revolved around gold, cars and diamonds
sluts and scars , draggin behind bars still
the wake up call, face off the jail bully
takin your man hood, thought you had a pussy
come home seen your man, now the lies arise
tellin your man you was fightin niggas twice your size
your conscious is feelin it, sippin a brew
2 years you got screwed, by the system and a stiff one
mental swollen and your manhood stolen
wrecked and got dugout for the price of gold
Baby roll wit me, maybe you can see
Anthem
OC's verse at the end is 🔥🔥🔥
Jonathan Barrios
This gem is severely underrated.
Wizzdumm Headley
INDEED !!!
stockholm7x
Almost 2022 here, still one of THE most legendary tracks in existence
Andrzej Kopalnia
The whole album is essential ❤️
Unfortunate Lad
2023 and my bitch ass is almost 30. Still bumpin this shit though
Sgt. Creasegrease
Bruh are we just gonna ignore how ill Ace's verse it? He killed this.
Yeehee
Doesn't he always?
Ivander85
Most underrated MC.
Andrzej Kopalnia
He went to a strip club in Toronto but came back from Canada dry with no doe