Silkk rose to fame in the mid-to-late 1990s, releasing records through Master P's label, No Limit Records. His self-titled debut, The Shocker, was released in 1996. Silkk was featured on Master P's 1998 hit, "Make 'Em Say Uhhh!" and had a minor rap hit with his own single that same year, "It Ain't My Fault," featuring label-mate Mystikal. Silkk also performed with R&B singer Mya on the second single released from her self-titled debut album, "Movin' On." In 1999, Mya and Silkk collaborated on the lead single from his album "Made Man." The track, titled "Somebody Like Me," went on to become one of the year's top-selling singles on the Billboard charts. Since then, Silkk has released two additional solo albums: "My World, My Way" in 2001 and "Based On A True Story" in 2004. Neither release generated the same success he enjoyed in the late 1990s. Silkk was also featured on World Wrestling Entertainment's Wreckless Intent album, which was released on May 23, 2006. The song he performed on the album, I'm Comin', has since been used as the theme song for SmackDown! wrestler M.V.P. Silkk also performed former SmackDown! wrestler Orlando Jordan's theme song, Do It Big.
Clap
Silkk The Shocker Lyrics
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We hustle on the block if we have to
We'll pop those thangs if we have to
Give them thugs in the hood something to clap to
We hustle on the block if we have to
We'll pop those thangs if we have to
Give them thugs in the hood something to clap to
8 in the morning, feds at my door
Fresh P Miller Jumpoff cross the marble floor
Out the back door, I try to make my escape
I almost dead but a dead nigga almost caught him a case
Either something good bout to happen or I just got bad luck
I need your help cause something just ain't adding up
I got two ferraris and I got one bently
I also got two chargers with another one in it
They like "Shocker used to sell dope, that's a given"
I'm from the projects, man tell me who isn't
I used to travel like I ain't have no pivot
Most ain't gonna understand that only real ballers gonna get it
I don't know how y'all can do shit for love nigga, not me
If money ain't involved, then I ain't involve nothing I free
I gotta make sure I eat, and I sleep well
Even if I stop, the world will keep going like sprewells
[Chorus]
[Verse 2]
I don't care if you sliding down poles or you stuck in college
But you gotcha 9 to 5, just do what you gotta
See, a real nigga like myself, you can holla
I understand your pain, I'm addicted to dollas
So ma, nigga love some power
But I don't fuck with bustas, I'm allergic to cowards
I'm a real nigga so I can relate with ya
Do it for yourself, don't depend on these fake niggaz
Usually the boy shocker go for self
Ma if you real, I don't mind giving you some help
If the top is good and your middle is nice
Then I promise you I won't leave you in the middle of the night
I probably stick around longer, wait til the morning
Whenever I leave, if I leave, you gonna hate that I'm gone
Cause I put it on you like boots in a flood
Know you used to the scrubs
But ma you need to come chill with a thug
[Chorus]
The lyrics to Silkk The Shocker's song "Clap" featuring Master P depict the life of a hustler living in the hood and the struggles he faces. The chorus sets the tone, emphasizing the hustle and determination of these individuals, who will resort to violence if necessary. The intention is to give the people in the neighborhood something to clap along with, implying that their struggles and triumphs resonate with others in similar situations.
In the first verse, the rapper describes a situation where law enforcement raids his place early in the morning. He tries to escape through the back door and narrowly avoids trouble. However, he feels that something is off and seeks guidance, acknowledging that he has material wealth but is unsure about its source. Silkk reflects on his background, stating that coming from the projects, selling drugs was a given for many. He highlights the need to make money and survive in order to eat and sleep well. The world will keep moving forward whether he's involved or not.
The second verse acknowledges the different paths people take in life, whether it be sliding down poles (engaging in sex work) or pursuing higher education. Silkk relates to those in regular jobs, understanding their struggle and addiction to making money. He states that he doesn't associate with fake individuals and emphasizes the importance of self-reliance and self-improvement. Silkk offers support to a woman, suggesting he can provide assistance and promises to stick around longer, contrasting it with her past experiences with unreliable partners. He refers to himself as a thug, emphasizing his street credibility.
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