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.
I Represent
Silkk The Shocker Lyrics
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Wassup
Its time, bitch
Where you from?
I represent
Casket ridin bitch
Fuck off
I'm from that land of the gun slangers
So I get up early in the morning
an exercise nothin but my gun finger, my one finger
I ain't no big ol' nigga but I still get paid
That's all I need is my trigger finger to squeeze the mack (Bloom!)
I'm layin niggas dead in the bushes
These niggas be comin up short I gives a fuck
(What are they?) A bunch of rookies
Nigga, it's time to go, it's time to flow (It's time to ride)
Nigga I hit yo' block, it's time to go!
Nigga I'm from the land where niggas they shoot (Uptown!)
Niggas ain't all bout that talkin, we down to do shit
When it's time to ride best believe I'm gon' ride
An if you on the wrong side, it's on, down to die
Chorus:
I represent
I represent
I represent (Where you from nigga?)
I represent
I represent
I represent
I represent
I represent
I represent (Bout gettin mine)
[Silkk the Shocker]
I'm up early on the dope spot
3rd Ward nigga, I stay hard, nigga, I do shit (Watch yo' back)
Best believe nigga I stay hard
If I'm in that Bay, nigga its Rich-Town
If down South, nigga, the 3rd Ward
I'm best at bein a hustler, I'm all about my mail
Be on the block wit the crack rock, tryin to get most mail
Whole sale if I gots to, chopper close
'cause niggas be tryin to show stop us
But nigga I be some real niggas that's down to ride (TRU!)
A project full of niggas who down to die!
What the fucks next? What the fucks up?
I roll through yo' block nigga, an post up
An stand up on yo' set, bitch
You step outta line, that's when the Teck's gon' hit ya (Bloom!)
Split yo' ass in half, like a tree
Chop you, an box you down, an smoke you like some bitch
Silkk The Shocker's song "I Represent" is a gritty and violent rap track that reflects the harsh realities of the rapper's life growing up in New Orleans. In the song, Silkk boasts about his prowess as a gun-slinger, claiming that he exercises nothing but his "gun finger" in the morning. He talks about the violence that he's seen and experienced, laying niggas dead in the bushes with his gun. The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "I represent" multiple times, emphasizing that he's from the streets and that he's a force to be reckoned with.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm from that land of the gun slangers
I hail from a place where people use guns regularly.
So I get up early in the morning an exercise nothin but my gun finger, my one finger
My first act of the day is to train my index finger for firing my gun accurately.
I ain't no big ol' nigga but I still get paid
I may not be physically imposing, but I earn enough money to live well.
That's all I need is my trigger finger to squeeze the mack (Bloom!)
All I require to hit my targets is my skilled trigger finger pressing the gun's trigger (sound effect).
I'm layin niggas dead in the bushes
I frequently kill people and hide their bodies in the vegetation.
These niggas be comin up short I gives a fuck (What are they?) A bunch of rookies
Other criminals are not as skilled as me, and I do not care about their inexperience.
Nigga, it's time to go, it's time to flow (It's time to ride)
It's time to leave and engage in criminal activity.
Nigga I hit yo' block, it's time to go!
I have arrived at your location, and we need to move quickly to commit crimes.
Nigga I'm from the land where niggas they shoot (Uptown!)
I come from a neighborhood where people frequently use guns.
Niggas ain't all bout that talkin, we down to do shit
I and the people I associate with are doers and not simply talkers.
When it's time to ride best believe I'm gon' ride
Whenever there is an opportunity to commit a crime, I will be one of the first people involved.
An if you on the wrong side, it's on, down to die
If you find yourself on the other side of my criminal activities, be prepared to face the consequences, which could include death.
I'm up early on the dope spot
I begin working at the location where I sell illegal drugs early in the morning.
3rd Ward nigga, I stay hard, nigga, I do shit (Watch yo' back)
I reside in the 3rd Ward and work hard at illegal activities while always being alert for potential danger.
Best believe nigga I stay hard
I am always tough and resilient, no matter what happens.
If I'm in that Bay, nigga its Rich-Town
If I am present in that area known as the Bay, my location will likely be in the affluent suburb called Rich-Town.
If down South, nigga, the 3rd Ward
If I am in the southern location, I will be in the same place where I reside, the 3rd Ward.
I'm best at bein a hustler, I'm all about my mail
I am skilled at the illegal activity of hustling to earn money and am wholly focused on making as much money as possible.
Be on the block wit the crack rock, tryin to get most mail
I will be on the street with crack cocaine, trying to earn the most money from selling this drug.
Whole sale if I gots to, chopper close
I am technically prepared to sell drugs in bulk if necessary, while always having access to a firearm for protection.
'cause niggas be tryin to show stop us
Enemies or rivals will try to interfere with our illegal activities and operations.
But nigga I be some real niggas that's down to ride (TRU!)
I and the people I associate with are genuine criminals who are always willing to commit crimes.
A project full of niggas who down to die!
My community is populated with criminals who are willing to die for their illegal activities.
What the fucks next? What the fucks up?
What is our next move? What is currently happening?
I roll through yo' block nigga, an post up
I arrive at your location, and I will immediately stop to engage in criminal activities.
An stand up on yo' set, bitch
I will confront you in your environment and threaten you with violence.
You step outta line, that's when the Teck's gon' hit ya (Bloom!)
If you behave inappropriately, you will be shot with the Technine firearm (sound effect).
Split yo' ass in half, like a tree
I will violently shoot you, resulting in your death and the analogy of splitting a tree in half.
Chop you, an box you down, an smoke you like some bitch
I will dismember your body and hide the pieces, much like meat that has been chopped up and packed in a box to transport. You will be treated in a dehumanizing manner.
I represent
I am emblematic of my community.
Bout gettin mine
My focus is on acquiring as much money as possible through illegal activities.
Lyrics Β© Ultra Tunes
Written by: CRAIG LAWSON, V MILLER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
100BlockZenny
Slikk snapped on this one this whole album is bomb on mommas
dkg keep it so 1000
Slikk was in his prime in this album in charge it 2 da game 2 of my favorite albums π₯
jabali92114
This song makes you stronger mentally, physically, financially, spiritually,β¦β¦.. !!!!
MyJahmal
this still get me hype as hell!!
Robet Black
MyJahmal hell yeah this beat is da truth!!! always gets me hype as hell
Chants N Rhythms
Same. This always be my slap.
Lamar Floyd
This beat iz one of No Limit's finest ππ₯π₯π
Tonya James
Yesssssss
The Bryant Watkins Channel
Tru
SUNKAPRODUCTIONS
π₯π₯π₯ Classic! who said Silkk canβt rap smh