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.
Oh No
So Solid Crew Lyrics
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If I never been seen never heard
Never happen never occurred
I be there givin out my lyrical word
Oh no that's the word
Oh no that's the word
Never seen never heard
Never happen never occurred
Oh no that's the word
Oh no that's the word
Romeo's in the premises
I used to be a rapper too but you never knew this
And if you wanna test this
Gonna show you my A double S now kiss this
A so solid crew this
I bet you never knew so solid crew could do this
And if you wanna boo this
Gonna make you jump up move your feet to this
(Chorus)
It's just the little things
The sentimental things in life
About the way we keep the rave alive
So solid when we rock the mic
And if you know what I mean
So solid so I love life
A good beat to make you feel the vibe
So ravers tell me do you like?
(Repeat)
(Verse 2)
I'm never gonna walk on pass
I when I see the buff ladies, split that ass
Don't let it go to your head, I said
This style is tougher than lead
So solid crew bubbler, just like
"Always Coca Cola"
And if you never did know
This style is wicked you know
That's the lyrical flow
When I come through
Lickin with the one two
Lickin with the lyrical flow
You wont know what to do
You gonna sneeze I'm gonna bless you
Lyrical intellect that you never knew
Left, right, left, battle to the death
Keep up to the bass
Get down you gonna get left
My star, from beginning to the end
Repeat it, over again
(Bridge)
I can't stop the music
On the mic I'm gonna lose it
So solids going to bring you the new vibe
To make you feel good inside now
Can't stop the music
On the mic I'm gonna lose it
So solids going to bring you the move right
To make you feel good inside now
(Verse 3)
I better get her home round eight-a eight-a
With the champagne up inside the chiller chiller
I'm telling the girls him is a killer killer
Take a step back, look into the mirror mirror
Surprise surprise like Cilla it's a filler filler
Some of the ladies dem looking to be thinner thinner
So their man dont take em out to dinner dinner
You're new to the game, you beginner
Zim zimmer, who got the keys to my
I'm bout to get her home and get her
Put the champagne up inside the chiller
I'm teaching the girls him is a killer, a killer
Zim zimmer, who got the keys to my
I'm bout to get her home and get her
Put the champagne up inside the
I'm teaching the girls him is a, is a, is a
(Chorus:)
It's just the little things
The sentimental things in life
About the way we keep the rave alive
So solid when we rock the mic
And if you know what I mean
So solid so I love life
A good beat to make you feel the vibe
So ravers tell me do you like?
(Repeat)
(Verse 4)
When I was a kid like in my younger days, a craze
Was a raggedy down with a phase, a phase
Me and my crew, wanted to be like the craze
And play for double dance, with my face
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Were the days of the bugger buggies, and of my jeeps
Kinda the cash and the bass from the place
My teacher gave me straight A's
From the kid, listen to the sound that I'm giving you
Gonna make you break dance digga do
Listen carefully, to my life story
Alpha-bet-ic-ally
R, as we represent the fact, that Romeo's here, then
O, as we go on and on, don't have no fear, then
M, what M stands for more, with the mix in store, then
E, as you notice the energy, stamp your feet on the floor, then
O, stands for Oh no time to go, my lyrical flow
Vocal sounds of the Romeo
If you don't know
Better get to know
The lyrics of So Solid Crew's song "Oh No" are filled with confident statements about the rapper's lyrical abilities and the crew's musical prowess. The song opens with the assertion that even if the singer had never been seen or heard before, their "lyrical word" would still be a force to be reckoned with. Romeo, one of the members of So Solid Crew, makes an appearance in the first verse, suggesting that the crew has a variety of talents and styles. Throughout the song, the lyrics encourage listeners to embrace the energy of the rave, get up and move their feet, and enjoy the little things in life.
The chorus of "Oh No" emphasizes the importance of the "sentimental things in life" and the joy of dancing to a good beat. The verses are filled with references to champagne, dancing, and the memories of youth. In the second verse, the singer boasts that their style is "tougher than lead" and compares it to the slogan of Coca Cola, suggesting that So Solid Crew is just as iconic and powerful as the popular beverage. The third verse has a more reflective tone, as the singer looks back on their youthful obsessions and the days of "bugger buggies" and "jeeps."
Overall, "Oh No" is a celebration of confidence, youth, and the joy of dancing to a good beat with a supportive crew by your side.
Line by Line Meaning
If I never been seen never heard
If I never got attention or recognition
Never happen never occurred
If it didn't come into being, never took place
I be there givin out my lyrical word
I would still be sharing my music and message
Oh no that's the word
That's the truth of the matter
Romeo's in the premises
Romeo is present and part of the group
I used to be a rapper too but you never knew this
I have rapped in the past but it's not widely known
And if you wanna test this
If someone wants to challenge me
Gonna show you my A double S now kiss this
I will exhibit my prowess and make you admit my superiority
A so solid crew this
We are part of the So Solid Crew
I bet you never knew so solid crew could do this
You're probably surprised with what we're capable of
And if you wanna boo this
If someone wants to disapprove or boo at us
Gonna make you jump up move your feet to this
We'll make sure you still dance and enjoy this music
It's just the little things
It's the small and simple things
The sentimental things in life
The meaningful and emotionally moving things in life
About the way we keep the rave alive
About how we maintain the party or festive mood
So solid when we rock the mic
We sound great and strong when we perform
And if you know what I mean
If you can comprehend what I'm trying to say
So solid so I love life
I love life as part of the So Solid Crew and with this kind of music
A good beat to make you feel the vibe
A great rhythm that can get you in the mood
So ravers tell me do you like?
So, partygoers, do you enjoy this music?
I'm never gonna walk on pass
I won't ignore or disregard anything
When I see the buff ladies, split that ass
When I see attractive women, I flirt and admire them
Don't let it go to your head, I said
Don't let compliments or success inflate your ego
This style is tougher than lead
Our style is strong, unyielding like lead
So solid crew bubbler, just like 'Always Coca Cola'
We're a lively and popular crew, just like Coca Cola
And if you never did know
And if you weren't aware
This style is wicked you know
Our style is impressive and amazing
That's the lyrical flow
That's our way of expressing ourselves through music
Get down you gonna get left
If you don't dance or participate, you'll be excluded from the fun
My star, from beginning to the end
My talent and fame have been consistent from the start
I can't stop the music
I can't help but enjoy and share this music
On the mic I'm gonna lose it
When I perform on the mic, I'll go all out
So solids going to bring you the new vibe
We're going to introduce a fresh and exciting energy
To make you feel good inside now
To uplift and inspire you in the moment
I better get her home round eight-a eight-a
I have to get my date home early
With the champagne up inside the chiller chiller
With chilled champagne in a cooler
I'm telling the girls him is a killer killer
I'm telling the girls that he's impressive and desirable
Take a step back, look into the mirror mirror
Reflect and reassess the situation
Surprise surprise like Cilla it's a filler filler
Like Cilla Black's surprise performances, this is also unexpected and pleasant
Some of the ladies dem looking to be thinner thinner
Some of the ladies are trying to be slimmer
So their man dont take em out to dinner dinner
So they can avoid being taken out to eat by their partner
You're new to the game, you beginner
You're inexperienced in this activity or field
Zim zimmer, who got the keys to my
I'm singing a Jamaican rhyme about my car keys
Put the champagne up inside the chiller
Cool the champagne in a bucket of ice
Zim zimmer, who got the keys to my
Repeating the Jamaican rhyme
If you don't know
If you're not informed or familiar
Better get to know
You should become acquainted or informed
Contributed by Andrew B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jackpotwinner8486
I donβt care if itβs UK grime, hip hop, garage or whatever....The whole UK has to pay homage to so solid. Pioneers of this scene
@ladyslick121
Grime itself was born actually from Garage. You have a lot of research to do...this is a clueless statement.
@waynemorris6886
Pay homage π€£π€£
@1LADYLIVELY
Loooool Stop chat foolishness! But bigup so solid crew still Itz ah London ting ITz AH LONDON TING TING TING TING TING and for your information the biggest the inspirational Artists who inspire MANY WORLDWIDE well ONE ONE WOMAN inspired many worldwide OF MUSIC ARE FROM EAST LONDON! For your information!
@1LADYLIVELY
Many of these Grime artists ARe COPieS from the ORIGINALs of GRIME! Which only recently has been becoming INTERNATIONAL! JAmaica knew not of grime nor garage until I introduced grime to them and then at a later stage Mavado eventual start do tune with the newbie grime artists or whatever he is call chipmunk! IF YOU really want to know about the MUSIC SCENE I CAN TELL YOU ALL About IT MY DEARS! Now grime is being infused with DANCEHALL and why do you think that is ! Begging to be a Jamaican nuff of dem all of a sudden since ah certain someone ! Wiley has tried to change up his voice right down to LITTLE Minnie Kimmie the music industry is CORRUPTED with bare WANNABES seeking praise an worship Fame and fortune and crown it's a DIRTY INDUSTRY
@shegarfis2046
Yep
@serenitylopez
These guys opened the door for so many musicians. They are the originals
@JayKhwaja
The REAL DEAL βοΈβοΈβοΈβοΈβοΈ
@gladysthegroovymule3411
One of the most badass bass lines EVER
@sirtickytavi3000
STILL CAN'T FORGET THIS TUNE. I USED TO LISTEN TO IT IN THE RADIO!!!!!!!