Spider Loc was first discovered by Suge Knight and tagged along with Death Row Records, appearing on the DysFunktional Family soundtrack and Kurupt's Against Tha Grain under the name "Spider," but never signed a deal. In September 2004, Spider Loc met rapper Young Buck in Atlanta and did an a cappella for him. A week later in Los Angeles, Young Buck introduced him to 50 Cent on the set of the "Shorty Wanna Ride" video, and he performed a freestyle. After four months, the rapper signed a record deal and a position with 50's G-Unit.
Spider Loc has since been featured on many G-Unit mixtapes such as G-Unit Radio Part 18 - Rags To Riches where he was the main subject of the mixtape and has also released his own mixtape with G-Unit West, titled Bangadoshish (LA Kings), which featured artists Young Buck, Big Syke (from Thug Life), 50 Cent and Olivia.
In January 2006, Spider Loc released his biographical DVD "Brainless The Prequel". His EP, West Kept Secret: The Prequel, was released in September 2007, and the following June, he released the street album Da 1 U Luv 2 Hate.
In 2004, Spider Loc played a small role alongside former Death Row artist Crooked I in Bank Brothers. In 2005, he made his first voice acting appearance as a character on 50 Cent: Bulletproof. In 2007, Spider Loc made his first TV appearance in an episode of Cold Case. 2007 Saw more on-screen appearances, starring in his own movie along with Master P, titled Paroled, as a CJ Tillman. Spider Loc went on to play a small role in an episode of Numb3rs as a prisoner, before making an appearance on the hit show Weeds as a character named Two-strikes.
It Is What It Is
Spider Loc Lyrics
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22's on the Porsche drugs henny in the fridge
That's how we live it is what it is
We run up in your crib snatchin kids in your wiz
We know where you live it is what it is
If we can't eat then your team can't live
That's how it is it is what it is
Nigga that's how it is it is what it is
I'm crippin' everyday token meet Jamaica
My pistol get it poppin' like the pistons and the pacers
I'm the messenger of misery I move discrete
You kiddin' me my victory is in the jaws of defeat
Then these haters wanna kill me 'cause my dreams is reality
The sig with the beam will cause a fatality
Just caught a case but it's a minor technicality
With shooters on the street prosecutors keep houndin' me
What you know about Grammy speeches sandy beaches
Pales that seedless four pounds and sweepers
Movie features groupie divas deals wit sneakers
Secluded in the woods from the snakes and leaches
I'm makin' money on the road homie autographin ass
While you on a silver horse with your metro pass
For every dollar you make nigga I make a G
Damn it feels good to live life like me
[Chorus]
Its spider and big yay, we doin' it which way?
Real big 'cause he stay where the rich stay
We get it crackin' like a high school ditch day
Ghetto mackin' is how I do the inch pay
A Escalade and a two che six tray
But his life is the price that the snitch pay
But its polital my paper sprowtin'
My girl get upset I don't take her out and
My choice of occupation make her doubting
Ill be out the front door I can't take the poutin'
I'm about anything that'll make a mountain of this mula
Ooh all the cake I'm countin'
See the games too deep I can't shake I'm scoutin' the clout
A fast line like the Lakers shoutin'
Tryna have me a flat wit some acres
Out in the boon docks so I move without them fakers
[Chorus]
I'm filthy so stop hatin' the milli's what I'm waving
You guilty by association you payin' for operations
Your kids be orphans coughi'n up orchids
We sprayin' up your Benz you layin' in coffins
Its gunit click nigga you love what we spit nigga
My wrist glist and glitter 'cause we sittin on six figgas
Yo its all about the benjamins feel the adrenalin
Yo we killin' 'em wit' beats from Dre and Eminem
Your bitch keep runnin' me I know she feelin' me
My last cap and gown was in elementary
The kid is back the kid is crack
I'm hot hot the way we rap we blazin' tracks
You not not and em on the beat I had to hire Marshall
So we keep the club packed full of fire marshals
Nigga 'em on the beat I had to hire Marshall
So we keep the club packed full of fire marshals
[Chorus]
The lyrics of Spider Loc's "It Is What It Is" talk about the realities of living in the hood and struggling to make ends meet. It is about the harsh conditions and the lengths people go to secure their livelihood. The lyrics are full of gangster slang and metaphors that depict the day-to-day struggles of living in a dangerous environment. The chorus talks about the luxurious lifestyle of drug dealers and their ability to intimidate others.
The verses are more detailed and represent the personal experiences of the rapper. The first verse talks about how he is always on the move, trying to keep a low profile while being heavily armed. The second verse describes how he is living life on the edge, constantly evading law enforcement officials while trying to make a quick buck. He paints a picture of someone who is always on the lookout for potential threats and is willing to do whatever it takes to protect himself.
Overall, "It Is What It Is" is an authentic depiction of the challenges and realities of life in the hood. It shows how people struggle to survive in a tough environment and the extreme measures they take to secure their livelihood.
Line by Line Meaning
22's on the Porsche drugs henny in the fridge
We live life with luxury items around us, drugs for our entertainment and Henny being stored in the refrigerator for when we want to drink.
That's how we live it is what it is
This is our lifestyle and we accept it for what it is.
We run up in your crib snatchin kids in your wiz
We will invade your home and take your children, and everyone living with you.
We know where you live it is what it is
We are aware of where you live, and we will come and take what we please.
If we can't eat then your team can't live
If we are not able to make a living, then we will take away the means of you and your team to make a living as well.
That's how it is it is what it is
The situation is what it is and there is nothing that can be done to change it.
Nigga that's how it is it is what it is
This is just the reality we live in and nothing can be done about it.
I'm crippin' everyday token meet Jamaica
I am a Crip gang member and I am active in the gang every day, with the aim to earn money. Jamaica is a place I visit on occasion where I establish contacts to help me carry out my activities.
My pistol get it poppin' like the pistons and the pacers
My gun is as active as the basketball teams Pistons and Pacers - always ready to fire.
I'm the messenger of misery I move discrete
I am the deliverer of bad news, making sure there is no attention brought to myself.
You kiddin' me my victory is in the jaws of defeat
You are joking when you doubt me because I defy the odds and am triumphant despite the difficulties I face.
Then these haters wanna kill me 'cause my dreams is reality
People who despise me try to bring me down because I am living the life they wish they had.
The sig with the beam will cause a fatality
My weapon, a SIG with a laser, is capable of killing someone.
Just caught a case but it's a minor technicality
I was recently arrested, but it is a small issue that I will deal with.
With shooters on the street prosecutors keep houndin' me
There are people out to get me and the police are always trying to catch me.
What you know about Grammy speeches sandy beaches
Do you know what it's like to give a speech at the Grammy Awards or take a vacation on a beautiful sandy beach?
Pales that seedless four pounds and sweepers
Pale blue-colored shoes without shoelaces, four pound guns, and brooms (to clean up after a crime).
Movie features groupie divas deals wit sneakers
Being a part of movies with beautiful women, groupies, and making deals involving sneakers.
Secluded in the woods from the snakes and leaches
Hiding in the forest to avoid risks and people who take advantage of others (leeches).
I'm makin' money on the road homie autographin ass
I travel to earn a living, signing autographs for fans.
While you on a silver horse with your metro pass
While you are traveling on public transportation, I am riding in a luxury car.
For every dollar you make nigga I make a G
For every dollar you make, I earn one thousand dollars.
Damn it feels good to live life like me
I am proud of the life I lead, and I enjoy it.
Its spider and big yay, we doin' it which way?
Spider Loc and Big Yay are together and pondering which direction to pursue.
Real big 'cause he stay where the rich stay
Big Yay lives in high-end locations, where the wealthy reside.
We get it crackin' like a high school ditch day
We cause chaos like students do during a high school ditch day.
Ghetto mackin' is how I do the inch pay
I earn money in the ghetto and do it with style.
A Escalade and a two che six tray
I own an Escalade SUV and a Chevrolet 26 inch car rim.
But his life is the price that the snitch pay
But the person who snitches on us pays with their life.
But its polital my paper sprowtin'
Although it is political, I am earning lots of money.
My girl get upset I don't take her out and
My girlfriend is angry I do not bring her out with me.
My choice of occupation make her doubting
She does not agree with my decision to earn money by being part of a gang.
Ill be out the front door I can't take the poutin'
I will leave the house because I cannot deal with her sulking.
I'm about anything that'll make a mountain of this mula
I will do whatever it takes to earn a lot of money.
Ooh all the cake I'm countin'
I love counting all the money I have earned.
See the games too deep I can't shake I'm scoutin' the clout
The gang lifestyle is deeply ingrained, and I am always looking for ways to earn influence and power.
A fast line like the Lakers shoutin'
I rap fast and loud like the Los Angeles Lakers.
Tryna have me a flat wit some acres
I am trying to buy a flat piece of land with lots of acres.
Out in the boon docks so I move without them fakers
I want to live in a remote area where I can move around without being bothered by fake people.
I'm filthy so stop hatin' the milli's what I'm waving
I am rich, so stop hating me. I am holding onto lots of money.
You guilty by association you payin' for operations
If you hang around with me or are part of my gang, you will get involved in criminal activities and will face the consequences.
Your kids be orphans coughi'n up orchids
Because of your association with me, your children will become orphans and suffer.
We sprayin' up your Benz you layin' in coffins
We will shoot up your luxury car and kill you.
Its gunit click nigga you love what we spit nigga
We are G-Unit gang members, and you love the way we rap.
My wrist glist and glitter 'cause we sittin on six figgas
I am wearing lots of expensive jewelry because we have earned six digits in our bank accounts.
Yo its all about the benjamins feel the adrenalin
It's all about earning as much money as possible, and it feels like a rush to do so.
Yo we killin' 'em wit' beats from Dre and Eminem
Our music is being well-received by the masses, largely due to beats produced by Dr. Dre and Eminem.
Your bitch keep runnin' me I know she feelin' me
Your woman is always trying to be with me because she is attracted to me.
My last cap and gown was in elementary
The last time I wore a graduation cap and gown was when I was in elementary school - I am a high school dropout.
The kid is back the kid is crack
I am back and still as great as before.
I'm hot hot the way we rap we blazin' tracks
I am on fire, and our music is causing a stir.
You not not and em on the beat I had to hire Marshall
You are not on our level, and I had to bring in Eminem to produce the beats for our songs.
So we keep the club packed full of fire marshals
Our shows are always sold out and need fire marshals to ensure everyone stays safe.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: MARSHALL B. III MATHERS, MARVIN BERNARD, CURTIS NORVELL WILLIAMS, S. VUIGNIER, LUIS EDGARDO RESTO, STEVEN LEE KING
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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[Intro: Tony Yayo]
Yeah it's the talk of New York (yeah yeah yeah nigga!)
Mixed with that N.W.A. shit (whattup - real talk of New York nigga)
I mean that G-Unit shit (G-Unit nigga)
You know how we do now nigga (it's that gangsta shit stupid)
Let me tell you how to school y'all young niggas man
(HERE WE GO NOW!) Yo, yo
[Hook: Tony Yayo]
22's on a Porsche truck, Henny in the fridge
That's how we live, it is what it is
We run up in your crib snatch your kids and your wiz
We know where you live, it is what it is
If we can't eat then your team can't live
That's how it is, it is what it is
Nigga that's how it is, it is what it is
Nigga that's how it is, it is what it is (here we go!)
[Verse 1: Tony Yayo]
I'm Crip'n, heaven gates open meet your maker
My pistol get it poppin like the Pistons and the Pacers
I'm the messenger of misery, I move discreet
You kiddin me? My victory is in the jaws of defeat
And these haters wanna kill me cause my dreams is reality
The cig' with the beam will cause a fatality
Just caught a case but it's a minor technicality
With shooters on the street, prosecutors keep houndin me (break it down now!)
Whatchu know about, Grammy speeches, sandy beaches
Pounds of seedless, pounds and sweepers
Movie features, groupie divas, deal with sneakers
Secluded in the woods from them snakes and leeches (yeah!)
I'm makin money on the road homie autographin ass
While you on the silver horse witcha Metro pass (what nigga)
For every dollar you make nigga I make a G
Damn it feels good to live life like me, c'mon!
[Hook: Tony Yayo]
22's on a Porsche truck, Henny in the fridge
That's how we live, it is what it is
We run up in your crib snatch your kids and your wiz
We know where you live, it is what it is
If we can't eat then your team can't live
That's how it is, it is what it is
Nigga that's how it is, it is what it is
Nigga that's how it is, it is what it is (here we go!)
[Verse 2: Spider Loc]
When it's Spider and big Yay', we doin it which way?
Real big cause he stay where the rich stay (nigga)
We get it crackin like a high school ditch day
Ghetto mack in this how I do the itch-bay
A Escalade and a two-shade six-tre'
With his life is the price that the snitch pay
But it's political, my paper sproutin
My girl get upset I don't take her out and
My choice of occupation make her doubtin
I'll be out the front do', I can't take the poutin
I'm about anythang, that'll make a mountain
Of this moolah; ooh all the cake I'm countin
See the game too deep, I can't shake I'm scoutin
The clout; our fans loud like the Lakers shoutin
Tryna have me a flat with some acres
Out in the boondocks, so I move without them fakers
G-Unit!
[Hook: Tony Yayo]
22's on a Porsche truck, Henny in the fridge
That's how we live, it is what it is
We run up in your crib snatch your kids and your wiz
We know where you live, it is what it is
If we can't eat then your team can't live
That's how it is, it is what it is
Nigga that's how it is, it is what it is
Nigga that's how it is, it is what it is (here we go!)
[Verse 3: Tony Yayo]
I'm filthy so stop hatin, the milli's what I'm wavin
You guilty by association, you payin for operations
Your kids be orphans, coughin up organs
You sprayin up your Benz, you layin in coffins
It's G-Unit clique NIGGA, you love how we spit NIGGA
My wrists glist' in glitter cause we sittin on six NIGGA
Yo it's all about the Benjamins, feel the adrenaline
Yo we killin 'em, with beats from, Dre and Eminem
Your bitch keep grillin me, I know she feelin me (yeah!)
My last cap and gown was, in elementary (uh-huh)
The kid is back, the kid is strapped, I'm hot hot
The way we rap, we blazin tracks, you not not
And Em's on the beat, I had to hire Marshall (what!)
So we keep the club packed, for the fire marshals (one more time!)
Nigga Em on the beat I had to, hire Marshall
So we keep the club packed, for the fire marshals, yeah! (HERE WE GO!)
[Hook: Tony Yayo]
22's on a Porsche truck, Henny in the fridge
That's how we live, it is what it is
We run up in your crib snatch your kids and your wiz
We know where you live, it is what it is
If we can't eat then your team can't live
That's how it is, it is what it is
Nigga that's how it is, it is what it is
Nigga that's how it is, it is what it is (here we go!)
[Tony Yayo - repeat 2X]
You don't want no drama, we run up on your momma
And cock back the llama; now that's beef nigga
You don't wanna start it, so don't get it started
Cause my Gorillas is insane and retarded
[Yay] Yeah nigga you know what time it is
[Loc] It is what it is nigga
[Yay] Real talk of New York
[Loc] You know how we do
[Yay] My nigga Spider Loc
[Loc] Fuckin with young Yay'
[Yay] Uh-huh
[Loc] Ay, you better watch your way
[Yay] Brooklyn Queens
[Loc] To all the way to Los Angeles
[Yay] Manhattan, Harlem
[Loc] I think, C.C. Riders, you know how I do
[Yay] Yeah nigga
[Loc] We rip ride but I fuck with it all
[Yay] Yeah what you fuckin with
[Loc] All riders fuck with me man, red rags, bodies on the swines
[Yay] Oh alright
[Loc] Drag new parks
[Yay] Alright
[Loc] Eastside, East Coast riders, the whole city
[Yay] So I'm good when I'm on the Westside, huh?
[Loc] Man, ay the city got your back Yayo
[Yay] Aight that's what's up nigga, it is what it is
[Loc] From Long Beach niggas we in this, it is what it is nigga
[Tony Yayo]
G-G, G-G, G-G-Unit!
G-G, G-G, G-G-Unit!
G-G, G-G, G-G-Unit!
G-G, G-G, G, G-G, G-G, G
G-G, G-G, G-G-Unit! {*echoes*}
@jakubmichniewicz343
Yo my Crip nigga Loc!
@emjay604
The best Tony Yayo song I have ever heard
@andrewwright.
someone special brought me this album....it is what it is.
@ballinrides
Unpopular opinion: Yayo one of the better NY lyricists
@user-mj6wz3lj2c
It is what it is💀💯💯💯💯
@themovement5835
2020, it is what it is
@austinreese420
Nhc63 rfc Rip Lil fee and Stanley William and Raymond Washington
@vincentcrum8604
Flint here say classiC
@Loso2k93
The loc had the best verse
@davidpech5766
Great this shit.GGGGGG UNIT