Before breaking the mainstream market, So-Solid were involved with many London pirate radio stations, one was Supreme FM, and the main station they performed on was Delight FM (103.0 MHz), where they once had most of the sunday schedule, called So-Solid Sundays. From about lunchtime until 10pm, there were different shows, where the various So-Solid DJs will play dubstep and 2 step garage tracks, and sometimes, the So-Solid MCs would rap on top of the tracks for up to two hours each session. At the height of their career, Delight FM had over 10,000 listeners, a very large number for a pirate station. On Christmas Day in 2001, So-Solid performed their last Sunday show on the station.
So Solid Crew set the trend on the underground scene and even today their success has been unmatched by any other garage crews or collectives. The So Solid Crew's first album They Don't Know was released in October 2001, followed by a remix album entitled Fuck It in December 2001.
So Solid Crew are famous also for having many members. They have all brought out solo chart singles since.
Oxide & Neutrino are also members who brought out singles but they released them before So Solid Crew. They released an album entitled Execute and the singles "Only Wanna Know U Cos Ure Famous / Dem Girlz", "Up Middle Finger" and "Bound 4 Da Reload" (which features music from the Casualty television show).
Members Harvey, MC Romeo, and Lisa Maffia have all appeared on Channel Four celebrity reality show The Games and members Megaman, G Man, Harvey. Harvey has now become a footballer at non-league football club Lewes F.C., following a brief stint at Wimbledon. Harvey has also secured a role in a west end musical.
An associate of the band, Carl Morgan, was sentenced to life imprisonment for murder in October 2005. On 28th September 2006 Megaman was found not guilty of murder at the Old Bailey.
Member Swiss released 'Cry' featuring Sharifa with a ground-breaking Burning Vision Entertainment video populated with rich imagery contained within ever moving polaroids in the background. The video, found here, went straight to number 1 in November 2005 on popular music video station, Channel U.
Envy
So Solid Crew Lyrics
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WHen i step up on the microphone,
explosive people learn to pimp
an play like they know dis
but they neva see the dynamite get firocious
ya to show dis watch while i blow dis,
from a step up on dis MC ting here good vibes i try to bring,
i try to fling,
but i know what they saying,
said a know bout me lyrically, i be a young lady
come for set the M I C on fi-are,
Take dem ravers dem higher met the evil,
say ya neva be like demon an den i neva seen lyrically ability
to put them six foot d double e p test me
i take you to your final destiny......
I got a tongue like a trigger met dem more like river bomb squad,
Den i shiver with ma bomb deliver anyone a test imma bury ya
DId ya momma neva tell ya not play with fiare?
IS it them foot dem wannabe playa?
IS it them foot dem em be a slidaa?
Have them ballin like they was town cryer,
TO be like D an so solid is their desire
But they dont know how i spit
AN they dont know that i wont quit
I put a stop to their bull shit
Make them prang like we shot get lick
AN they dont know about D,
theyll see that them badmind only
Make me more determined to succeed
Dynamaite so solid say f**k the envy...
(Asher D)
They dont know bout my crew
They dont know what i do
They dont know about my flow
THey dont know where i go
Everybodys gettin down to the sound of the s o s o l i d
Be wannawannabe wannawannabe DARKSYDE
Everybodys gettin down to the sound of the s o s o l i d
Be wannawannabe wannawannabe DYNAMITE
(Asher D)
If you wanna go deeper than this
yeah im talkin about back in the day
when i neva had shit never rolled with my clique,
an i never been rollin around with my hand on my stick
now im bussin em quick,
GUns in my hits an my clips an the bricks an im touchin the tips,
'cause im frozen from head to toe chasin cartier baguettes an im feelin
this shit,
'cause i been here from day an i know that im real in this shit,
are you lyrically fit?
challenge me right now on the stage with a mic in your hand to a beat you
can pick
ASher Ds never fadin no way an my flow is too sick,
An i keep a full clip waitin to exhale on the niggaz thats got all the lip,
So mind when you trip, when you feel that your trippin its me that is makin
you trip,
Keep your mind on your shit, when i tell you to jump you jump until i say to
sit,
(Megaman)
EH yo ash (what)
You wanna chillin in ma T,
Iced out when people see me,
Think again can they really see me?
Dont chat shit 'cause i can see you but you cant see me
I wanna feel merry but im feelin her cunt feelin ma belly
No sess no murf no smelly or was i drunk come bounce on ya merry
its gettin messy,
You better wait for the next part,
Megaman get too dark so dark
Megaman get I dark you dark
When Megaman talk then you talk..we talk
well ma names MEgaman they say mega cant talk the talk
that they talk prepare to get dark,
Are you ready to get cursed?
But first me an ma shadow exchanged verse
listen i said shadow shall i f**k that bitch?
He said no megaman keep your eye on your shit
an i said shadow shall i kidnap man ?
he said no megaman dont you understand
(Chorus)
(Asher D)
i can take you out over your sleep
But im startin to think that your hatin me
'cause my head is hot and my hands itchy
AN i dont like the smell of PHD
(Megaman)
Dont take the piss ya naa
im gettin sick ya naa
WHen you was broke you know that i bought ya
Like a bitch in the corner
scopin me out you know that i taught ya
(Asher D)
Sellin ma flow im the star of the show
When you out to get bookies i be slammin it o like
soon damaged im out the window no trace when i dusst
i dusss when i go
(Megaman)
I dont give a shit so check that
everyday see ya neva know mega wreck that
You bust mine i bust yours to sawdust
so when you out take a deep look at your daughter
(Asher D)
Mega are you a friend or an enemy?
Execution is a tendancy in my vocabulary
are you feelin me?
I took ya to ice that you never will see
(Megaman)
ASher D stick to reality
who was you shottin for ? (eh mega) see
who got you bookies? (but mega) see
so who made you dough? (eh listen mega) see
you thinkin you wouldve made it without me,
then you gettin too brave competin with me,
Asher D your diminished come down the mic thats right
now hommie your finished
The song "Envy" by So Solid Crew features three different rappers, Lady Dynamite, Asher D, and Megaman, each boasting about their talents and accomplishments while calling out their haters. Lady Dynamite boldly steps up to the microphone and shows off her lyrical prowess with explosive rhymes and wordplay. She is aware that some people talk behind her back but she won't stop until she succeeds in her career. Asher D talks about his crew and his early struggles before becoming successful, confidently challenging anyone to a battle of rapping skills. Megaman delivers dark and aggressive rhymes, warning his enemies that they can't see him, before engaging in a verbal exchange with his alter ego, Shadow.
The lyrics in "Envy" reflect the competitive and somewhat confrontational nature of the British garage and grime music scene in the early 2000s. So Solid Crew was a pioneering group in this genre, known for their energetic performances, daring fashion style, and street credibility. The song also showcases the individual talents of each rapper, highlighting the diversity of their styles and personalities. Overall, "Envy" is a powerful expression of the artists' determination, confidence, and resilience in the face of criticism and hate.
Line by Line Meaning
When i step up on the microphone,
I am confident and in control when I take the microphone
explosive people learn to pimp
My presence on the mic excites and captivates the audience
an play like they know dis
They pretend to be knowledgeable and experienced in this
but they neva see the dynamite get firocious
They underestimate the power and intensity of my performance
ya to show dis watch while i blow dis
I will prove my skills and show them what I'm capable of
from a step up on dis MC ting here good vibes i try to bring,
I aim to bring positive energy and atmosphere as I step up as an MC
i try to fling,
I attempt to throw out my lyrics and make an impact
but its time to show im not playing be a on ma back when i chat
I want to demonstrate that I am serious and not to be underestimated
but i know what they saying,
I am aware of the things they say about me
said a know bout me lyrically, i be a young lady
They know my talent as a young female artist
come for set the M I C on fi-are,
I come to set the microphone on fire, to give an outstanding performance
Take dem ravers dem higher met the evil,
I uplift the crowd and bring them to a higher level, overpowering any negative energy
say ya neva be like demon an den i neva seen lyrically ability
I am unlike any other artist, and my lyrical skills are unmatched
to put them six foot d double e p test me
No one can challenge me and my abilities, I will prove my worth
i take you to your final destiny......
I will surpass all expectations and take you on a journey with my music
I got a tongue like a trigger met dem more like river bomb squad,
My words are powerful and explosive, while others lack impact
Den i shiver with ma bomb deliver anyone a test imma bury ya
I am confident in my ability to defeat anyone who tries to challenge me
DId ya momma neva tell ya not play with fiare?
Were you never taught to be cautious and not mess with me?
IS it them foot dem wannabe playa?
Are these people trying to imitate and act like players?
IS it them foot dem em be a slidaa?
Are these people pretending to be smooth and slick?
Have them ballin like they was town cryer,
They act as if they are important or significant
TO be like D an so solid is their desire
They aspire to be like me and the popular group So Solid
But they dont know how i spit
They are unaware of how skillfully I deliver my lyrics
AN they dont know that i wont quit
They underestimate my determination and perseverance
I put a stop to their bull shit
I refuse to tolerate their nonsense and foolishness
Make them prang like we shot get lick
I intimidate them and make them afraid, as if they were shot
AN they dont know about D,
They lack knowledge about me, my skills, and my reputation
theyll see that them badmind only
They will realize that their envy and negativity is pointless
Make me more determined to succeed
Their jealousy only motivates me to work harder and achieve success
Dynamaite so solid say f**k the envy...
The So Solid Crew and I reject and disregard their envy and negativity
They dont know bout my crew
They have no understanding or knowledge of my group and what we're about
They dont know what i do
They are unaware of my talents and the work I put in
They dont know about my flow
They lack understanding of my unique style of rapping
THey dont know where i go
They are clueless about my movements and actions
Everybodys gettin down to the sound of the s o s o l i d
Everyone is enjoying and vibing to the music of So Solid Crew
Be wannawannabe wannawannabe DARKSYDE
They try to imitate and emulate the cool and edgy image of the Darkside
If you wanna go deeper than this
If you want to delve into the meaning and depth behind my lyrics
yeah im talkin about back in the day
I'm referring to the past, reminiscing about earlier times
when i neva had shit never rolled with my clique
During a time when I had nothing and didn't have close friends
an i never been rollin around with my hand on my stick
I never carried a weapon or engaged in violent activities
now im bussin em quick
Now I am successful and rising quickly
GUns in my hits an my clips an the bricks an im touchin the tips,
I have become involved in illegal activities, carrying guns and being connected to drugs
'cause im frozen from head to toe chasin cartier baguettes an im feelin this shit,
I am consumed and obsessed with material wealth, chasing expensive jewelry and feeling the pressure of it
'cause i been here from day an i know that im real in this shit,
I have been in the music industry for a long time and I know I am genuine and authentic
are you lyrically fit?
Are you skilled and capable in terms of your lyrical abilities?
challenge me right now on the stage with a mic in your hand to a beat you can pick
Face me directly in a rap battle on stage, with a microphone and your choice of beat
ASher Ds never fadin no way an my flow is too sick,
I, Asher D, will always remain relevant and my flow is exceptional
An i keep a full clip waitin to exhale on the niggaz thats got all the lip,
I am armed and ready to retaliate against those who talk too much and disrespect me
So mind when you trip, when you feel that your trippin its me that is makin you trip,
Be careful when you challenge me, as I am the one causing you to stumble and fall
Keep your mind on your shit, when i tell you to jump you jump until i say to sit,
Stay focused on your own business and do as I say, follow my orders without hesitation
EH yo ash (what)
Hey, Asher, listen to me
You wanna chillin in ma T,
You want to hang out and relax in my car
Iced out when people see me,
I wear expensive jewelry and I impress people with my appearance
Think again can they really see me?
Question whether people truly understand and recognize who I am
Dont chat shit 'cause i can see you but you cant see me
Don't talk foolishness because I can see through you, while you remain blind to my true intentions
I wanna feel merry but im feelin her cunt feelin ma belly
I want to have a good time, but I am burdened by the negative energy and thoughts of others
No sess no murf no smelly or was i drunk come bounce on ya merry
I don't want any trouble or complications, just enjoy the moment and have fun
its gettin messy,
The situation is becoming chaotic and unclear
You better wait for the next part,
You should be patient and wait for the next segment or chapter
Megaman get too dark so dark
My style and demeanor become intense and aggressive
Megaman get I dark you dark
As I become darker and more sinister, you follow suit
When Megaman talk then you talk..we talk
When I speak, you and I are in sync and speaking together
well ma names MEgaman they say mega cant talk the talk
Despite what others say, I, Megaman, can back up my words with action
that they talk prepare to get dark,
If they speak without substance or try to challenge me, I am prepared to get intense and aggressive
Are you ready to get cursed?
Are you prepared for the consequences and negative outcomes I can bring?
But first me an ma shadow exchanged verse
Before anything else, my alter ego and I share and exchange rap verses
listen i said shadow shall i f**k that bitch?
In my lyrics, I question whether I should have sexual relations with a woman
He said no megaman keep your eye on your shit
My alter ego advises me to stay focused on my own business and priorities
an i said shadow shall i kidnap man ?
I wonder if I should kidnap someone and take control over their life
he said no megaman dont you understand
My alter ego warns me against doing anything harmful or destructive
i can take you out over your sleep
I have the power and ability to harm or eliminate someone without them knowing
But im startin to think that your hatin me
However, I am beginning to suspect that you are jealous of me
'cause my head is hot and my hands itchy
Because I am filled with anger and agitation
AN i dont like the smell of PHD
I dislike the arrogant and pretentious attitude of someone with a Ph.D
Dont take the piss ya naa
Don't mock or disrespect me, you know what I'm capable of
im gettin sick ya naa
I am becoming angry and fed up with the situation
WHen you was broke you know that i bought ya
When you were financially struggling, I provided for you and helped you out
Like a bitch in the corner
You were dependent and submissive, like a helpless person in a corner
scopin me out you know that i taught ya
You observed and learned from me, and I educated you
Sellin ma flow im the star of the show
I am making money by selling my unique style and talent as the main attraction
When you out to get bookies i be slammin it o like
While you try to obtain bookies (customers), I excel and surpass expectations
soon damaged im out the window no trace when i dusst
I will disappear quickly and without a trace, leaving no evidence behind
i dusss when i go
I vanish without a sound or a trace
I dont give a shit so check that
I don't care about your opinions or criticisms, so take note
everyday see ya neva know mega wreck that
Every day, you never know when I will cause mayhem and destruction
You bust mine i bust yours to sawdust
If you try to harm me, I will retaliate and destroy you completely
so when you out take a deep look at your daughter
Before you step out and cause trouble, consider the impact it will have on your loved ones, especially your daughter
ASher D stick to reality
Asher D, focus on what is real and tangible
who was you shottin for ? (eh mega) see
Who were you selling drugs for? (Hey, Megaman, I know the truth)
who got you bookies? (but mega) see
Who provided you with customers? (But, Megaman, I know)
so who made you dough? (eh listen mega) see
So who helped you make money? (Hey, Megaman, listen and understand)
you thinkin you wouldve made it without me,
You believe you would have achieved success without my assistance
then you gettin too brave competin with me,
If that's the case, you're becoming too confident and daring to challenge me
Asher D your diminished come down the mic thats right
Asher D, your status and influence have decreased, step down from the microphone
now hommie your finished
Now, my friend, your career is over
Contributed by Taylor S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@akashdeshmukh7456
Why dem ah watchin me?
Is it pure jealousy?
I don't wanna, wanna fight tonight
Why dem a stand and screw?
Me nuh have nuh tings for you
I don't wanna, wanna fight tonight
Wanna fight tonight
From when I step up on da microphone,
Explosive, people like to pimp
An' play like they know this
But they never see the Dynamite get ferocious
Yet ah show this, watch while I blow this,
From a step up on dis MC ting pyare good vibes I try to bring,
I try to fling,
But it's time to show i'm not playing, behind my back wanna chat
But I know what they saying,
Said they know bout me, lyrically, dibba D, I'm a lady
Come for set the M-I-C on fire
Take dem ravers dem higher, mek the evil fear
Never be like D
Me nuh deal in jealousy, lyrical ability
To put them six foot d-double-e-p test me
I take you to your final destiny...
I got a tongue like a trigger mek dem run like river bomb squad,
Then I shiver with my bomb, deliver anyone a test imma bury ya
Did ya momma never tell ya not play with fire?
IS it them foot dem wannabe player?
IS it them foot dem envy a slayer?
Have them bawlin' like they was town cryer
To be like D an' So Solid is their desire
But they don't know how I spit
An' they don't know that I won't quit
I put a stop to that bullshit
Make them prang like we shot, get lick
An' they don't know about D,
They'll see that them badmind only
Make me more determined to succeed
Dynamite, So Solid, so fuck the envy...
They don't know about my crew
They don't know what I do
They don't know about my flow
They don't know where I go
There's no need for fighting, there needs to be uniting
Can't you see we're fighting for no reason, inside here
Are you ready girls,
Turn your face and don't watch my face
You look at me in disgrace,
When really and truly
It's just envious (envious, envious, envious)
If you wanna go deeper than this
Yeah I'm talkin about back in the day
When I never had shit never rolled with my clique,
An' I'd never be rollin around with my hand on my stick
Now im bussin 'em quick,
Guns inna my hits, an' my clips an lyrics an' I'm touchin the tips,
'Cos I'm frozen from head to toe laced in Cartier baguettes
An' I'm feelin this shit,
'Cos I been here from day an' I know that I'm real in this shit,
Are you lyrically fit?
Challenge me right now on the stage with a mic in your hand to a beat, you can pick
Asher D's never fading away an' my flow is too sick,
An' I keep a full clip waitin to exhale on the niggas thats got all the lip,
So mind when you trip, when you feel that you're trippin it's me that is making you trip,
Keep your mind on your shit, when I tell you to jump,
You jump til I say you can sit
Eh yo Ash (What?)
You wanna chill up in ma T,
Iced out when people see me,
Think again can they really see me?
Don't chat shit 'cos I can see you but you can't see me
I wanna feel merry but I feel like a cunt feel in ma belly
No sess, no mersh, no smelly or was I drunk, come bounce when ya merry
It's gettin messy,
You better wait for the next part,
Megaman get too dark so dark
Megaman get I dark you dark
When Megaman talk then you talk, we talk
Well my name's Megaman they say Mega cyant talk the talk
That they talk prepare fi get dark,
Are you ready to get cursed?
But first, me an' ma shadow exchanged words
Listen I said "Shadow, shall I fuck that bitch?"
He said "No Megaman keep your eye on your shit"
An' I said "Shadow, can I kill that man?"
He said "No Megaman don't you understand?"
There's no need for fighting, there needs to be uniting
Can't you see we're fighting for no reason, here
Are you ready girls,
Turn your face and don't watch my face
You look at me in disgrace,
When really and truly
It's just envious (envious, envious, envious)
I can take you out obviously
But I'm startin to think that you're hating me
'Cos my head is hot and my hands itchy
An' I don't like the smell of PHD
Don't take the piss ya na!
I'm gettin sick of ya
When you was broke you know that I brought ya
Like a bitch in the corner
Scoping me out you know that I taught ya
Sellin ma flow I'm the star of the show
When you out taking bookings I be slammin' your ho like
Storm damage I'm out the window no trace when I duss
I duss when I go
I don't give a shit so check that
Everyday see know that Mega gon' wreck that
You buss mine, I buss yours to sawdust
So when you out take a deep look at your daughter
Ah Mega, are you a friend or an enemy?
Execution is a tendancy in my vocabulary
Are you feelin me?
I take ya to heights that you never will see
Asher D stick to reality
Who was you shottin for? (eh, Mega) see!
Who got you bookings? (but Mega) see
So who made you doe? (eh listen Mega) see
You thinkin you would've made it without me,
Then you gettin too brave competing with me,
Asher D you're diminished come down the mic, that's right
Now homie you're finished
When I— Step to the mic, the place explode like Dynamite
I've got the flow, got the love, got the like
Kill em on a boat cos I'm cold like ice.
When I— I step to the mic, the place explode like Dynamite
I've got the flow, got the love, got the like
Kill em on a boat cos I'm cold like ice.
I can get hot hotter, lyrics proper, come like ah, Class A shotter
Think they smart but I'm smarter,
Gwarn like they dark but I'm darker
Time to get dark dark like Darth Vader
Time to make you shake what your momma gave ya
Bite come like poisonous vapour
Dreadin this feelin cos there's no escape ah
I'll bruk you up like Muhammad Ali
And you're Sonny Liston but won't see Round 3
When my thoughts deliver
More like you're dying
Lyrics known to leave gunman crying
So you're brave and say you want some
Here's my One2One you betta call your Mum
Tell her to bell the undertaker,
Cos I'm sending you back to your maker.
They don't know about my crew
They don't know what I do
They don't know about my flow
They don't know where I go
They don't know about my clique
They don't know about my shit
But they wanna know about my doe
But I don't spend it I let it grow
@ProdigyPlantHire
This sounds as fresh today as it did all them years ago! Mid 30s dad still playing it loud and proud with the kids in the back loving life!
@pokeyd85
35 in a few months myself. Early 2000s was a madness
@djrigmarole8387
Mid 40's here lads.... The youth of today have no clue about the bangers 🤷🏻♂️🔥
@richgarland6170
Big up you're self son ❤️
@johnpercival812
Haha im in 40s still a banger.. 👌
@johnpercival812
Music definitely changed for the worst. 😭
@dialledmax232
Ms Dynamite still sounding potent even after almost two decades, madness!
@tamahmed5058
This tune is about 2 decades old mate 😅
@alexmh6131
Jesus! Ms Dynamite literally spitting explosives! Her verse is unbelievable
@dimples84_
This tune will never get old.... 2023 💙 still sounds as good as when i first heard it . 👌