Recording as Akshen, he began his career recording solo for Rap-A-Lot Records, a local label in Houston, Texas. In the late 1980s, he joined the Geto Boys as they were forming and released We Can't Be Stopped, a highly successful LP that garnered the Geto Boys a large fanbase, in spite of their ultra-violent lyrics keeping them far from radio and MTV. Akshen changed his name to Scarface (he even changed his flow from a rapid-fire Kool G Rap-like delivery to normal flow, this time with a darker tone), after the film Scarface, saying he felt that the main character of the movie was just like him in many ways. Scarface soon released his debut solo album, Mr. Scarface Is Back. The album was a success, and Scarface's popularity soon overshadowed the other Geto Boys.
Scarface left the group and released a series of solo albums that kept him in the public view in spite of decreasing sales. He turned this around with 2000's Last of a Dying Breed, which received overwhelmingly positive reviews and sales, and earned him Lyricist of the Year at the Source Awards. In 2002 he released The Fix, the critically acclaimed follow up to Last of a Dying Breed. In 2007 he released Made which overall recieved very positive reviews.
Discography
1991 - Mr. Scarface Is Back (Rap-A-Lot)
1993 - The World Is Yours (Rap-A-Lot/Priority)
1994 - The Diary (Rap-A-Lot/Noo Trybe)
1997 - The Untouchable (Rap-A-Lot/Virgin)
1998 - My Homies (Rap-A-Lot/Virgin)
2000 - The Last Of A Dying Breed (Rap-A-Lot/Virgin)
2002 - The Fix (Def Jam South)
2003 - Balls And My Word (Rap-A-Lot)
2006 - The Product: One Hunid (Koch)
2006 - My Homies Pt. 2 (Rap-A-Lot Records)
2007 - Made
2008 - Emeritus
Problems
Scarface Lyrics
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Dope game; ran it - rap game; run it
Street cred hundred, nerd turned D-boy
Naughty genetic make-up, baby, I'm a G-boy
Hashtag street-boy, wrong one to fuck with
Cross me at your own risk, play to get back, you can trust this
I am far from average, to me it ain't no such thing
Me against the world so fuck it I let my nuts hang
I don't need an army when the smoke clears, he sees me
Rhyming at its finest unlike those vaginas
They claim that they the real deal knowing I'm the highest
Time for the command chain, I am what the streets made
I am what the hood built, you are just a weakling
Homocidal maniac with suicidal tendencies
You're more like a punk band, I'm more like a pedigree
Nigga, you ain't seen yet so y'all can not describe me
I'm a freak of nature, Don't shit here suprise me
Money over everything except a nigga's manhood
I am not a prostitute, you don't understand hood
Fuck a nigga getting his unless he 'bout to give me mine
Otherwise he prime beef, shocking when I up the nine
And hit him with it several times, fuck you thought I was civilized?
Welcome to the jungle, fool, it's only right I punish you
Nigga with an attitude, feel like MC Ren felt
Quiet on the set, you funky bitch, you get your friend slept
I'll give your gang a black eye, blame it on the black God
I be on some nigga shit, I'm nigga rich so that's why
Guess what my religion is, this is what the business is
Exposure for you garbage ass rappers, you can witness this
Came to bang the game up, pussies think they came up
Oh, you got a drophead? So now you think you're famous?
Out here it's dangerous, if we don't know your name cuz
We don't even give a fuck, rappers get it fucked up
Security save you? Nah, it's their side job
They don't want no conflict, they don't want no problem
Nah
The lyrics of Scarface's song "No Problem" convey a strong sense of self-confidence and assertiveness. Scarface proudly asserts his status as a dominant figure in both the dope game and rap game. He describes himself as someone who has transitioned from being a nerd to a "D-boy," highlighting his diverse and complex identity.
Scarface emphasizes his credibility on the streets, claiming his street cred is a hundred, and warns others not to cross him lightly. He sees himself as far from average and differentiates himself from other rappers who he perceives as weak, claiming his rhyming skills are superior and that he is the "real deal." Scarface's lyrics also contain elements of violence and aggression, as he depicts himself as a "homicidal maniac with suicidal tendencies."
The chorus of the song emphasizes Scarface's confidence and disregard for fame or material possessions. He prioritizes money but also highlights the importance of his integrity and manhood. He distances himself from being seen as a prostitute and expresses frustration with others who do not understand the realities of the hood.
Overall, "No Problem" showcases Scarface's self-assuredness, assertive persona, and his willingness to stand out and challenge the status quo in the rap game.
Line by Line Meaning
Greatest ever done it, you can learn from it
I am the best in the game and there are lessons to be learned from my success
Dope game; ran it - rap game; run it
I was successful in the drug game, now I dominate the rap game
Street cred hundred, nerd turned D-boy
I have maximum street credibility, going from being a nerdy person to a successful drug dealer
Naughty genetic make-up, baby, I'm a G-boy
My rebellious nature is in my DNA, I am a true gangster
Hashtag street-boy, wrong one to fuck with
I am deeply connected to the streets, messing with me is a mistake
Cross me at your own risk, play to get back, you can trust this
If you confront me, be prepared for the consequences, revenge is assured
I am far from average, to me it ain't no such thing
I am exceptional, the concept of mediocrity does not exist in my world
Me against the world so fuck it I let my nuts hang
I face the world alone and fearlessly express my aggression and dominance
I've been known to bust bang, Kíli of the NEB
I have a reputation for violence, I am recognized as a warrior
I don't need an army when the smoke clears, he sees me
I can handle my enemies alone, they witness my power when the chaos settles
Rhyming at its finest unlike those vaginas
My rap skills are unmatched, unlike those weak and untalented rappers
They claim that they the real deal knowing I'm the highest
Other rappers pretend to be authentic while recognizing that I am the ultimate authority
Time for the command chain, I am what the streets made
Now it's my turn to take control, the streets shaped me into who I am
I am what the hood built, you are just a weakling
The hood molded me into a powerful figure, while you remain insignificant
Homocidal maniac with suicidal tendencies
I am dangerously violent and self-destructive by nature
You're more like a punk band, I'm more like a pedigree
You are weak and insignificant, while I come from a distinguished bloodline
Nigga, you ain't seen yet so y'all can not describe me
You have not witnessed my full potential, therefore you cannot accurately characterize me
I'm a freak of nature, Don't shit here suprise me
I am an abnormal and exceptional being, nothing surprises me anymore
Money over everything except a nigga's manhood
I prioritize wealth above all else, but I still value my masculinity
I am not a prostitute, you don't understand hood
I am not easily manipulated, you lack understanding of the streets
Fuck a nigga getting his unless he 'bout to give me mine
I don't care about someone else's success unless it benefits me
Otherwise he prime beef, shocking when I up the nine
Otherwise, he becomes a target for my violence, it's shocking when I attack with my gun
And hit him with it several times, fuck you thought I was civilized?
I shoot him repeatedly, proving that I am far from civilized
Welcome to the jungle, fool, it's only right I punish you
You are entering a dangerous environment, and it's only fitting that I inflict punishment upon you
Nigga with an attitude, feel like MC Ren felt
I have a rebellious and confrontational demeanor, similar to how MC Ren from N.W.A felt
Quiet on the set, you funky bitch, you get your friend slept
Shut up and listen, you worthless person, I will harm your friend
I'll give your gang a black eye, blame it on the black God
I will damage your gang's reputation, and they can blame it on me, the powerful figure
I be on some nigga shit, I'm nigga rich so that's why
I engage in behavior associated with black culture, and I am rich because of my association
Guess what my religion is, this is what the business is
My religion is focused on my own success, that's what the industry is about
Exposure for you garbage ass rappers, you can witness this
I am exposing these terrible rappers to the world, they can see the truth
Came to bang the game up, pussies think they came up
I arrived to revolutionize the rap game, while these weak rappers believe they have succeeded
Oh, you got a drophead? So now you think you're famous?
Just because you have an expensive car, you believe you have achieved fame?
Out here it's dangerous, if we don't know your name cuz
In this environment, it's hazardous if we are not familiar with who you are
We don't even give a fuck, rappers get it fucked up
We don't even care, these rappers have a distorted understanding
Security save you? Nah, it's their side job
Don't expect security guards to save you, protecting you is not their main responsibility
They don't want no conflict, they don't want no problem
They prefer to avoid confrontations, they don't want any trouble
Nah
No additional meaning, it is an expression to conclude the lyrics
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRAD JORDAN, RYAN KENT BELCHER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@storckst
Had the pleasure of running into this man at airport a few days ago. I said hello and told him I was fan. He suggested we get breakfast. So I had eggs with Mr Scarface. Just him and I talking about everything for a good 30 minutes, then we went out separate ways and he picked up the tap. He was everything you'd hope he'd be, down to earth, humble, smart, cool as fuck, he travels solo with one carry on. Just a real ass dude.
@drnocka-rocksteady
That's dope. It's still some real cats out there.
@Powerule23
storckst I saw dude walking through midtown Manhattan just as you describe - solo and carrying one bag.
@CrossSIdeTop
+storckst That's fucking awesome.
@bboyzachc9236
+storckst BADASS
@5775hypnotic
That's awesome
@OneFiveEnt
If you’re a true fan and still here in 2020
@renderfarmr
✊🏽
@rodneyparker4346
Here in 2020 been rockin wit Face and Geto Boys since 1990
@larrygreenjr8166
11/3/20