After appearing on two Lox albums, 1998’s platinum debut Money, Power & Respect, and 2000’s follow-up We Are The Streets, Sheek became a business man. First, he bought a recording studio in his hometown city of Yonkers, NY, and then founded the record label D-Block with lifelong friends Jadakiss and Styles P.
When Jadakiss feuded with Beanie Sigel, the battle also brought along Sheek Louch and Styles P. Shortly before Beans went to jail, however, Sigel and Kiss made up definitively, performing together at a show; after his release from jail, the two did a remix on a Sheek Louch song and appeared on a track on a Funkmaster Flex compilation.
When The Lox left Bad Boy Records, the group and each of its members' publication was still owned by label head Sean Combs. The group fought with him over royalties, debt issues and other things until 2005 when they briefly put their differences aside to perform with Jay-Z at his I Declare War concert.Combs still owned The Lox's publishing because they only completed one album on their contract. Afterward they went on New York radio station Hot 97 bashing Diddy about taking all their money.
Sheek Louch has played a supporting role in D-Block's battle with 50 Cent. Originally, after a guest appearance in Ja Rule's single "New York", Jadakiss was insulted on 50 Cent's track "Piggy Bank" on the 2005 album The Massacre. Sheek has in turn insulted 50 Cent and other members of G-Unit on tracks on various mixtapes, including ones by Big Mike and DJ Clue.
Shame on you for ever underestimating Sheek. Shame on you for thinking that his membership in the LOX is all he had and all he’d ever be. After dropping two LOX albums, 1998’s platinum debut Money, Power & Respect, and 2000’s chart topping follow up We are the Streets, Sheek became a business man. First, he bought a recording studio in his hometown town of Yonkers, NY. Then, he founded the record label D-Block with lifelong friends Jadakiss and Styles P. Sheek has been quietly focused. While Jadakiss and Styles were busy making guest appearances with everyone from Mary J. Blige to Jennifer Lopez, Sheek was planning and securing the foundation for what will undoubtedly become one of hip hop’s greatest classics, “D Block.” As the first artist signed to D-Block, Sheek’s debut Walk Witt Me takes hip hop back to the good days when MCs rapped with the kind of passionate power that could move entire coasts. After listening to Walk Witt Me, you’ll never sleep on Sheek again. In fact, you’ll be excitedly waiting for the next 16 bar ride through his life. “This album is all me,” says Sheek. “With the LOX, I have to write about the topic agreed on by all three of us. But on my album, I can get deep into it and let you understand me.”
Mixtape DJs like Kay Slay, Clue, and Whoo Kid understand Sheek. For months, the streets have been buzzing with his highly sought after freestyles. But when Walk Witt Me drops, the buzz will stop and the raucous will begin. Super lyrical songs like the standout “How I Love You,” take listeners on a mental journey through Sheek’s ups and downs in the hip hop game. “I’m explaining everything that has happened to me,” he says. “How I was chillin with the LOX, got comfortable, and then this hip hop thing left me alone because I got so comfortable.” Tracks like the bonafide hit “Don’t Worry,” featuring legendary DJ Kid Capri, samples the Jackson 5 Motown classic “Don’t Worry.” Sheek’s cocky declaration of his triumphant return to the spotlight will keep kids rapping along to “Don’t Worry” for days. Hardcore cuts like “Love You” and “Don’t Mean Nutin’ featuring Jadakiss, Styles, and J-Hood remind LOX lovers that Sheek will never loose his grimy touch. While the happy, carefree vibe on “Good Day” with the memorable hook “White tees, white airs, TK/Benz coup, rims spinnin, jake hatin me/ But that’s my life, my life in the sunshine” guarantees a summertime bass knocker. Spin queen Cocoa Chanel produced “Ok” the party anthem which is one of Sheek’s favorite album singles. And when the club closes and cats take a minute to focus, the title track “Walk Witt Me” will show a deep, intellectual side of Sheek that will make listeners stretch their eyes wide with amazement. “When I got into this solo project I was in a zone,” he says. “ A lot came out. And I’m still in a zone right now.”
But Sheek has always been focused. As 11 year old Sean Jacobs, he rapped with childhood friend Jayson “Jadakiss” Phillips and started the group Lil J and Shawn Ski. Years later, after signing with the LOX to Bad Boy, fighting for release, and eventually signing to Ruff Ryders, Sheek has only thought about one thing. “I was always the cat like, “Let’s get a label and sign to ourselves,” Why don’t we get our own artists and put ourselves out there? he says.’ Years later, Sheek’s focus paid off. As the first MC set to drop from D-Block, Sheek is concentrating on the task at hand. “I have to blow up this album and take this label to another level,” he says. “I can’t dance on stage forever.”
So although you may’ve doubted Sheek, he never underestimated himself. Because the stellar work on Walk Witt Me is all about confidence and focus. “This is mental. All soul and very carefully thought out,” he says. “Run with it.” And after people witness Walk Witt Me, they’ll be running with Sheek for life.
Sheek's second album, "After Taxes", was released in 2005 with guest spots from Fabolous, Beanie Sigel, T.I., Redman and his two LOX homies Jadakiss and Styles P. It also featured production from producers like Havoc, Rockwilder, Red Spyda and The Alchemist. Unlike his first album, "After Taxes" was released on Kock Records, one of the largest independent labels in the United States. Sheek got a minor hit "Kiss Your Ass Goodbye". Also included on the album was a diss track going at 50 Cent called "Maybe If I Sing".
* He, as well as Jadakiss, made guest appearances in the movie Honey.
* Sheek Louch met Jadakiss during his early childhood.
* In high school, he used to play football on the varsity team. However, due to an injury, he was force to not continue football.
Dinner Guest
Sheek Louch Lyrics
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Guess who's coming to dinner mighty Block
Guess who's coming to dinner mighty mighty Block
D-Block- oh-oh-oh-oh D-Block
(louder, louder, yeh, Don Don)
Okay I lyrically ejaculate
Go inside, run and hide
'Cause this gon boost the murder rate
Flying with the long behind me
Nickel plate, extra shiny
Got this woman on my tip like they name is Tiny
Every hood, light is up, dark liquor, plastic cup
Sour diesel, hoodie on, gun out like what the fuck
Porsche turbo, Yankee blue, Derek Jeter of his crew
Rosa, feet up, deuce deuce in my shoe
Ten years on radio, ten years on mixtapes
Did deals with everybody, even survived the Puff rape
Now I'm all bossed up, watch all glossed up
D block, we hard in the streets, put your signs up
[Chorus]
(aha, the one and only, the mighty might)
Money ain't shit to me, respect means more to me
We define loyalty
This is rap royalty
Let the fo five off, live for, die for
Hustle is my first love, and the streets my side hoe
Haze then I'm back to sour
Okay I'm back in power
Business man nine to five, hooligan after hours
Ain't nobody to compare to what we contribute
The bars is like the possession, with intent to strip you
My hand, wrist, ears and neck laid
Nothing but straight fire for a decade
I'm in the polo rounds, polo down,
Feelin' like when Tony put Manolo down
Ya all know who control the town
[Chorus]
This is for my Looters and shooters
With them deserts, and rugars and lugers
Who was newest to beat, talk to us, huh?
I got 'em don don, fully black Armani yan(?)
Mi not play wit dem facey boys, shut it down
Keep my barrel spinnin', that's why ratty warm
Have you marked for death, you're whole family gone
Got em pounds of that green we call it the Hawks
D-Block, one time, we call it new york
Get money, hit honeys on the regular
Bully stay in peoples ear like a cellular
Now the World and your girl they all know my name
Got em Trey Songing, Bullys insane
Never been to Yonkers before neither entrepreneur
And I'm a monster for sure
Like Godzilla
Shoot is on your death, cut ya deck like a card dealer
Puffin on the lies, spent a buck at the car dealer
They tryna say d block is negative
Any rapper breathing is breathing cause we let em live
I can tell you why these soft suckas mad at me
They can see I got every kind of flags with me
Honor flags, ? flags, game flags
Its a D Block, everywhere we bangs at
Money long, run long, bullets long
Word to your hood, if you got a hood, put it on
[Chorus]
The lyrics to Sheek Louch's "Dinner Guest" seem to be about the rapper's pride and success as a member of the D-Block crew. He opens the song boastfully, declaring himself a powerful force on the track and inviting his listeners to hate on him as the murder rate rises. He goes on to name drop famous athletes like Derek Jeter and paint a picture of his lavish lifestyle with references to Polo and luxury cars.
Amidst the boasting, he also touches on themes of loyalty and resistance to authority. He praises his fellow "looters and shooters" and emphasizes that money means very little to him compared to respect and loyalty. He takes shots at rap industry figures, alluding to a past altercation with Puff Daddy and claiming that all rappers owe their success to the rise of D-Block. The chorus, with its repetition of the line "Guess who's coming to dinner mighty Block," seems to reinforce D-Block's dominance and presence in the rap game.
Overall, the lyrics to "Dinner Guest" emphasize Sheek Louch's confidence and pride in his accomplishments as a member of D-Block, and his resistance to the authority figures of the rap industry.
Line by Line Meaning
Guess who's coming to dinner mighty Block
Sheek Louch is introducing D Block to the world in a dramatic style.
Okay I lyrically ejaculate
Sheek Louch boasts about his lyrical prowess.
I come on tracks go 'head and hate
Sheek Louch is confident in his talent and expects others to be intimidated by it.
Go inside, run and hide
Sheek Louch is warning his haters to get ready to hide.
'Cause this gon boost the murder rate
Sheek Louch's music is so powerful that it can inspire violent behavior.
Flying with the long behind me
Sheek Louch is carrying a gun wherever he goes.
Nickel plate, extra shiny
Sheek Louch's gun is well-polished and looks impressive.
Got this woman on my tip like they name is Tiny
Sheek Louch has many admirers and they are all attracted to him.
Every hood, light is up, dark liquor, plastic cup
Sheek Louch is partying hard and enjoying life.
Sour diesel, hoodie on, gun out like what the fuck
Sheek Louch is not afraid to carry a gun and is ready to use it at any moment.
Porsche turbo, Yankee blue, Derek Jeter of his crew
Sheek Louch is driving a fast car and feeling empowered.
Rosa, feet up, deuce deuce in my shoe
Sheek Louch is relaxed and confident, carrying a gun even in his shoe.
Ten years on radio, ten years on mixtapes
Sheek Louch has been in the music industry for a long time and has experience.
Did deals with everybody, even survived the Puff rape
Sheek Louch has overcome many challenges in the industry, including a tough time with P. Diddy.
Now I'm all bossed up, watch all glossed up
Sheek Louch has become a successful and respected artist.
D block, we hard in the streets, put your signs up
Sheek Louch is proud of his affiliation with D Block, which represents the streets.
Money ain't shit to me, respect means more to me
Sheek Louch values respect more than money.
We define loyalty
Sheek Louch is loyal to his friends, family, and D Block.
This is rap royalty
Sheek Louch represents the best of the best in the rap industry.
Let the fo five off, live for, die for
Sheek Louch is ready to use his gun to protect what he believes in.
Hustle is my first love, and the streets my side hoe
Sheek Louch loves to hustle and make money, but the streets are always there for him.
Haze then I'm back to sour
Sheek Louch likes to indulge in different types of drugs.
Okay I'm back in power
Sheek Louch is feeling confident and in control.
Business man nine to five, hooligan after hours
Sheek Louch balances his legitimate job with his more dangerous lifestyle.
Ain't nobody to compare to what we contribute
Sheek Louch and D Block are unmatched in their contributions to the rap industry.
The bars is like the possession, with intent to strip you
Sheek Louch's lyrics are powerful and can disarm his opponents.
My hand, wrist, ears and neck laid
Sheek Louch is wearing lots of jewelry.
Nothing but straight fire for a decade
Sheek Louch has been consistently making great music for ten years.
I'm in the polo rounds, polo down,
Sheek Louch is wearing trendy Polo clothing.
Feelin' like when Tony put Manolo down
Sheek Louch feels like a powerful and influential figure.
Ya all know who control the town
Sheek Louch and D Block have a lot of power and influence in their city.
This is for my Looters and shooters
Sheek Louch is dedicating this song to his friends who are involved in illegal activities.
With them deserts, and rugars and lugers
His friends carry a variety of guns with them.
Who was newest to beat, talk to us, huh?
Sheek Louch is challenging his competition.
I got 'em don don, fully black Armani yan(?),
Sheek Louch is dressed up in expensive clothing and looks good.
Mi not play wit dem facey boys, shut it down
Sheek Louch does not mess with people who are not serious about their lifestyle.
Keep my barrel spinnin', that's why ratty warm
Sheek Louch keeps his gun ready to fire at all times.
Have you marked for death, you're whole family gone
Sheek Louch is not afraid to use his gun to take out his enemies and their families.
Got em pounds of that green we call it the Hawks
Sheek Louch has a lot of marijuana and is ready to sell it.
D-Block, one time, we call it new york
Sheek Louch and D Block represent New York City.
Get money, hit honeys on the regular
Sheek Louch likes to make money and date women.
Bully stay in peoples ear like a cellular
Sheek Louch's name is on everyone's lips like a popular cell phone.
Now the World and your girl they all know my name
Sheek Louch is famous and even people's girlfriends know him.
Got em Trey Songing, Bullys insane
Sheek Louch is making a lot of money and is driving his competition crazy.
Never been to Yonkers before neither entrepreneur
Sheek Louch has not been to a certain part of town but is still successful.
And I'm a monster for sure
Sheek Louch is a powerful and intimidating figure.
Like Godzilla
Sheek Louch compares himself to a legendary monster.
Shoot is on your death, cut ya deck like a card dealer
Sheek Louch is not afraid to kill his enemies.
Puffin on the lies, spent a buck at the car dealer
Sheek Louch is aware of the industry's dishonesty and likes to spend his money on expensive cars.
They tryna say d block is negative
Sheek Louch is defending D Block against negative criticism.
Any rapper breathing is breathing cause we let em live
Sheek Louch and D Block are powerful enough to allow other rappers to exist.
I can tell you why these soft suckas mad at me
Sheek Louch is aware that some people are intimidated by him.
They can see I got every kind of flags with me
Sheek Louch has a lot of power and influence in his community.
Honor flags, ? flags, game flags
Sheek Louch has allegiance to different groups.
Its a D Block, everywhere we bangs at
D Block has a lot of power and influence in many different areas.
Money long, run long, bullets long
Sheek Louch has a lot of money, a lot of stamina, and a lot of guns to protect himself.
Word to your hood, if you got a hood, put it on
Sheek Louch challenges people to represent their neighborhood and be proud of it.
Guess who's coming to dinner mighty mighty Block
Sheek Louch reminds his audience about the powerful presence of D Block.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: David Styles, Donie Keith Little, Jason Phillips, Michael Rose, Sean Jacobs
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