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
Southside
Scarface Lyrics
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[Chorus]
Southside, the south, southside (8X)
[Scarface]
Nigga you spit the wrong shit you gettin' spurred in the mouth
Southside, let the spotlight shine, heat 'em up
Introduce 'em to the glock 1-9, beat 'em up
Who in the muthafuckin' house y'all, the Gulf Coast
Sippin' blurbs, we perb on, serve and get a smoke
Eyes bleedin' from the brown shit
The porch thick as you could ever fuck around wit
And shut you down, bitch
I represent from all angles of the south
From S.A. to M-I-A, we in the house
Knockin' busta muthafuckas out
So what you sayin'
If you for real about this Goddamn game
You'd say you playin'
So what you claimin'
Peep the game that's bein' spit
Tell dem niggas who ain't listenin'
That Southside's the shit
I'm screamin' "Dirty South"
While I'm chuckin' up my deuce
Dedicated to my down ass niggas
The South trues, the Southside
[Chorus]
[Devin]
Southside, nigga what, nigga southside
Bitches come a dime from outta town
With they mouth wide open
Scopin' out the popped trunks, trippin'
Off the candy paint, drippin'
Elbows and vogues slippin'
Lookin' for sumtin' to happen
And thinkin' that these streets are cool
And I'm the fool to show 'em 'round
'cause I be rappin'
That's when I let 'em know
Hoe, there's no southern hospitality
'cause when dey get here
Then the southern fatality
I ball
Wit a group of niggas when it's time to do a job
Fuck these groupie bitches smokin' drankin' with the squad
Because it gets crazy after dark
They keep they hands on they gun
From 5th ward to South Park
The Southside
[Chorus]
[Tela]
Bitches and hoes, jewelry and clothes
Money to fold, afterparties and shows
That's how it goes in this dirty hole
Southside muthafuckas need to let 'em know that uhh
(Niggas ain't playin' in Texas)
Even our bitches be bouncin' in bubble Lexus
In the 'llac, in the back, wit yack
That's our thang
Niggas got game and you slang like main
I been around the world and I-I-I-I
Love my Southside niggas
I don't know man
I don't know why, why
We some live ass niggas
Makes no sense how they pimp in the Chi
I'm gone ball from the H to the M 'til I die
A-T-L, what the hell, you know Atlanta be live
In between New Orleans, shit , we 'bout it and high
Come on
In Scarface's song "Southside," the artist raps about his experiences growing up in the Southside of Houston, Texas. The chorus repeats the phrase "Southside" eight times, emphasizing the pride that people from Houston feel for their neighborhoods. In the first verse, Scarface talks about how the South is a dangerous place where people carry guns and will hurt you if you don't show them respect. He highlights the difference between the South and other parts of the country, saying "Nigga you spit the wrong shit you gettin' spurred in the mouth." Scarface is also proud of the South's musical tradition, giving shoutouts to both San Antonio and Miami. The second verse is performed by rapper Devin, who raps about the fame and fortune that comes with being a Southside rapper. He is cynical about fame and groupies, saying that when women come to the South, they are disappointed because the reality of the South is very different from the fantasy they had in their heads. He emphasizes the dangers of the South, saying that people there are always carrying guns and that things can get "crazy after dark." The last verse is performed by rapper Tela, who talks about the wealth and excess that comes with being a successful rapper from Houston. He boasts about the cars and women he has, as well as his affiliation with different neighborhoods in Houston.
Line by Line Meaning
Now what you niggas know about the dirty South
Scarface is asking the listeners what they know about the South and its culture
Nigga you spit the wrong shit you gettin' spurred in the mouth
Scarface states that if one talks against the culture, they will suffer the consequences
Southside, let the spotlight shine, heat 'em up
Scarface is proud of the Southside and is ready to show everyone what it has to offer
Introduce 'em to the glock 1-9, beat 'em up
Scarface is willing to use violence if needed to defend his territory
Who in the muthafuckin' house y'all, the Gulf Coast
Scarface is shouting out the Gulf Coast and showing pride for where he comes from
Sippin' blurbs, we perb on, serve and get a smoke
Scarface is describing the Southern lifestyle which includes drinking and smoking
Eyes bleedin' from the brown shit
Scarface is referencing the popular Southern drink Lean which can cause some side effects
The porch thick as you could ever fuck around wit
Scarface is describing the tough crowds and environment of the South
And shut you down, bitch
Scarface intends to stop anyone who comes against him or his people
I represent from all angles of the south
Scarface is representing the South as a whole and not just one specific area
From S.A. to M-I-A, we in the house
Scarface is pointing out the areas in the South that he represents
Knockin' busta muthafuckas out
Scarface is willing to physically fight anyone who comes at him
So what you sayin'
Scarface is asking for clarification on what the opponent is stating
If you for real about this Goddamn game
Scarface is challenging the opponent to show their strength in their game
You'd say you playin'
Scarface expects the opponent to make their intentions clear
So what you claimin'
Scarface is demanding an answer from the opponent on their claim
Peep the game that's bein' spit
Scarface is asking the opponent to pay attention to the game being played
Tell dem niggas who ain't listenin'
Scarface is referring to those who do not understand the culture and asking the opponent to explain to them
That Southside's the shit
Scarface is stating that the Southside is the best and should be respected
I'm screamin' "Dirty South"
Scarface is shouting out the Southern culture and way of life
While I'm chuckin' up my deuce
Scarface is making a hand gesture representing the South
Dedicated to my down ass niggas
Scarface is showing love to his loyal friends
The South trues, the Southside
Scarface is stating that the Southside is a true representative of the Southern culture
Bitches come a dime from outta town
Devin is stating that girls from other places come to the South and they are attractive
With they mouth wide open
Devin is implying that these girls are sexually promiscuous
Scopin' out the popped trunks, trippin'
Devin is saying the girls are checking out cars and getting high
Off the candy paint, drippin'
Devin is describing the detail and fancy car paints in the South
Elbows and vogues slippin'
Devin is referring to car tires and rims as they slide on the road
Lookin' for sumtin' to happen
Devin is pointing out that these girls are looking for excitement in the South
And thinkin' that these streets are cool
Devin is stating that outsiders see the South as exotic and cool
And I'm the fool to show 'em 'round
Devin feels responsible for taking outsiders around the South
'cause I be rappin'
Devin is saying that he is a rapper and as such is associated with the coolness of the South
That's when I let 'em know
Devin is saying he makes it clear to outsiders that the South has tough consequences
Hoe, there's no southern hospitality
Devin is warning outsiders that the South is not always welcoming to those who do not understand it
'cause when dey get here
Devin is explaining that once people come to the South, they will see the consequences of their actions
Then the southern fatality
Devin is referencing the violent consequences that outsiders might face in the South
I ball
Tela is saying that he's successful
Wit a group of niggas when it's time to do a job
Tela is referring to a successful team and their work ethics
Fuck these groupie bitches smokin' drankin' with the squad
Tela is stating that groupies are no good and are only in it for the drugs and drinking
Because it gets crazy after dark
Tela is explaining that at night, things get more dangerous in the South
They keep they hands on they gun
Tela is saying people are always armed and ready for anything to happen
From 5th ward to South Park
Tela is naming parts of the South that live up to their reputation
Bitches and hoes, jewelry and clothes
Tela is pointing out the materialistic nature of the people in the South
Money to fold, afterparties and shows
Tela is stating that the South likes to party and spends money freely
That's how it goes in this dirty hole
Tela is implying that while the South may look dirty, it is still a great place to be
Southside muthafuckas need to let 'em know that uhh
Tela is calling on fellow Southerners to represent their culture with pride
(Niggas ain't playin' in Texas)
Tela is referencing Texas and its reputation for toughness
Even our bitches be bouncin' in bubble Lexus
Tela is pointing out that even the girls in the South drive luxury cars
In the 'llac, in the back, wit yack
Tela is saying that drugs are available everywhere in the South
That's our thang
Tela is explaining that drugs are a part of the Southern culture
Niggas got game and you slang like main
Tela is saying that the men in the South are good at selling drugs
I been around the world and I-I-I-I
Tela is saying that he's traveled a lot and has seen other cultures
Love my Southside niggas
Tela is saying that despite all the other places he's been to, he still loves the South
I don't know man
Tela is unsure why he loves the South but he still does
I don't know why, why
Tela is asking a rhetorical question about why he loves the South
We some live ass niggas
Tela is saying that the people in the South are full of life and energy
Makes no sense how they pimp in the Chi
Tela is saying the pimp culture in Chicago is different and does not make sense to him
I'm gone ball from the H to the M 'til I die
Tela is saying that he will continue representing the South until the day he dies
A-T-L, what the hell, you know Atlanta be live
Tela is shouting out Atlanta and describing its lively atmosphere
In between New Orleans, shit , we 'bout it and high
Tela is saying that the South is between two great Southern cities and is still great on its own
Come on
Tela is urging everyone to join in on embracing the South
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Thabiso Nkhereanye, Traci Colleen Hale, Wirlie L. Morris
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
bobdaslob
this whole album is a classic
Oswald Bates III, Esq.
Damn near perfect album. This song should've been longer.
Jamar Rogers
Luther Reigns that would've been more deadly 4realz
Rodney D
Luther Reigns
Naw, it was perfect. That's one of the reasons it was so EPIC! It made you replay it over and over. Face made you visualize the whole story in 2 minutes. PURE GENIUS
Screw HeadLos
Luther Reigns u aint lyin Str8π₯π₯
MD 72
@Rodney D yep
Derek Castillo
Still be banging this joint till this damn day!! Face one best to do it.
Dirrck Roberts
To think I was 21 when this came out in 1997 and yet it still sounds as crisp and melodic as ever.. Timeless
vexo timmer
Yup, this album has aged very well. One of the best produced rap albums ever.
MrTitanSword
Full goosebumps for 2 minutes : that shit is classic man!