Originally, the group was known as the Stetson Brothers, but they changed their name to Stetsasonic for their debut, On Fire, due to their preference of Stetson hats. The album received mixed reviews, though the follow-ups, In Full Gear and Blood, Sweat & No Tears were critically acclaimed.
The group broke up soon after the release of Blood, Sweat & No Tears. Frukwan and Prince Paul worked with the Gravediggaz, while the latter also became a well-respected record producer, as did Daddy O, who worked for Mary J. Blige and the Red Hot Chili Peppers, among others.
Go Stetsa I
Stetsasonic Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
The real, the right dynamite is in the atmosphere
As there's a time and place for everything that's under the sun
This is the time and the place that we have some fun
Now take a see to check the pedigree
of the band that's spelled S-T-E-T
The rhymerator, Dee-Lite, the are-O-D
And on the keys, my brother D-P-see
We puttin competition back, up against the back of the wall
Me and the band that I just mention
present to you a new invention
We-we-we-we regulate a Stets-a-flucture
So def, a listen to the structure
Formulate ya own, but please don't touch a
Good lokkin out, we thank ya very much a
Heed this style on the cartwheel nightcha
Fight to the end, I bet we'll bust ya up
And ya welcome to a force that creeps
Slowly but surely, enough we'll defeat you, BREAK.....
Break: (*scratchin*)
Straight to the letter witta hip-hop band
of America, London and even Japan
And you surely will admit by bein a fan
Nobody else does it like we can
To battle us is truly a gamble
Excellence is proven by example
The ladies smile while the bodies are in shamble
Back off Puba, this ya can't handle
The rhythm homeboy is definitely ringin
The beats and rhymes are the chords that are tinglin
So grab your girl, let's start the jam
For at the helm is a band who's in demand, BREAK.....
Break:
Go (x31)
Ch-ch-ch-champ wit the punch of a verbal grenade
and a rhyme that's equipped as a barricade
Cool and clever, crack I never
Wit my crew I will never sever
Brooklyn, New York is our home town
That is the place we always go down
And every night a party goes down
And when it starts, it never slows down
We boogie to the DJ's non-stop
To the sound of the Brooklyn hip-hop
And if you've ever seen Brooklyn rock
(*scratchin of 'Brooklyn'*) rocks it non-stop, BREAK........
Break:
Go Brooklyn (x15)
Point blank, our deliverance is me but smooth
Stands out like a winner at'cha favorite tune
All tension is released upon the call of the beat
As you rock along to a funky treat
Like a torch, we're keepin you active
Our rhythm will hold you captive
We're perfecters of the poem we sing
Mobbin in to the top with the style's that's addicting
No doubt, about what we capture
A-nother classical treasure
So productive and effective
Chuck it out as a jam that's spreading
It-it ain't nuttin like hip-hop music
You like it 'cause you choose it
Most DJ's won't refuse it
A lotta sucker MC's misuse it
Don't think that Stet can lose it
Too much to gain to abuse it
The name of the game is rapture
This song is complete and captured, BREAK.....
The Stetsasonic song "Go Stetsa I" is a lively and upbeat rap track that blends funk and electronic music. The opening lines "Brace yourself for the awesome and rare. The real, the right dynamite is in the atmosphere" set the tone for the rest of the song, which is about the band introducing themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the hip-hop world. The lyrics boast about the band's skill and pedigree, name-dropping each member of the band and highlighting their contributions.
Throughout the song, the band challenges their competitors while inviting their fans to join them in partying and dancing to their music. The chorus, "Go (x31)" is an invitation to the listener to get up and dance, emphasizing their desire to create a fun and energetic atmosphere. In the third verse, they highlight that Brooklyn, New York is their hometown and where they make their mark in the music scene. The lyrics are filled with wordplay, puns, and alliteration, creating a virtuosic rap performance.
Overall, "Go Stetsa I" is a song that showcases Stetsasonic's musical prowess and their positioning as a dominant force in hip-hop. The track blends different musical elements, creates a lively atmosphere, and creates a sense of identity and pride in their Brooklyn roots.
Line by Line Meaning
Brace yourself for the awesome and rare
Get ready for something incredible and unusual.
The real, the right dynamite is in the atmosphere
We're bringing amazing energy with us.
As there's a time and place for everything that's under the sun
This particular moment and location is perfect for us to let loose.
This is the time and the place that we have some fun
Let's enjoy ourselves while we're here.
Now take a see to check the pedigree
Look closer to see where we come from and who we are.
of the band that's spelled S-T-E-T
We are the group called Stetsasonic.
The rhymerator, Dee-Lite, the are-O-D
Our members include rappers Dee-Lite and are-O-D.
And on the keys, my brother D-P-see
D-P-see is my brother and plays the keyboard.
Wise, Frukwan and my DJ Paul
Our other members are named Wise, Frukwan, and DJ Paul.
We puttin competition back, up against the back of the wall
Our skills are so good, we're pushing other performers to be their best.
Me and the band that I just mention
I'm part of the group I just introduced.
present to you a new invention
We're introducing a unique, original sound.
We-we-we-we regulate a Stets-a-flucture
We are experts at our own style of music, which we call Stets-a-cluture.
So def, a listen to the structure
It's worth paying attention to our song's arrangement and lyrics because they're so good.
Formulate ya own, but please don't touch a
Feel free to make your own music, but don't imitate or steal from us.
Good lokkin out, we thank ya very much a
Thanks for being respectful and supportive of us.
Heed this style on the cartwheel nightcha
This is the kind of music to listen to when you're really in the mood to party.
Fight to the end, I bet we'll bust ya up
Even if you try to compete with us, we're confident we'll come out on top.
And ya welcome to a force that creeps
We're part of a stealthy and powerful movement.
Slowly but surely, enough we'll defeat you, BREAK.....
We'll overcome any challenge that comes our way. (Break)
Straight to the letter witta hip-hop band
Our group is a true hip-hop band.
of America, London and even Japan
We have fans and perform in many countries.
And you surely will admit by bein a fan
If you're a fan of our music, you'll know we're great.
Nobody else does it like we can
We are unique and one of a kind.
To battle us is truly a gamble
Trying to compete with us is a big risk.
Excellence is proven by example
Our excellence speaks for itself.
The ladies smile while the bodies are in shamble
Our music makes people dance and enjoy themselves.
Back off Puba, this ya can't handle
We're more talented than anyone we call out by name, like Puba.
The rhythm homeboy is definitely ringin
Our beats and music are so good, they're clearly resonating with listeners.
The beats and rhymes are the chords that are tinglin
Our music's beats and lyrics are practically electrical, they're so exciting.
So grab your girl, let's start the jam
Let's dance and party together.
For at the helm is a band who's in demand, BREAK.....
We're a popular band, widely recognized for our great music. (Break)
Ch-ch-ch-champ wit the punch of a verbal grenade
We're unbeatable and can knock out any opponent with our powerful lyrics.
and a rhyme that's equipped as a barricade
Our lyrics are so strong, they can act as a strong defense.
Cool and clever, crack I never
We're always impressive, and never falter or crack under pressure.
Wit my crew I will never sever
I'll always be part of my group, and never leave them.
Brooklyn, New York is our home town
We're from Brooklyn, and proud of it.
That is the place we always go down
Brooklyn is where we fit in and perform the best.
And every night a party goes down
There's always a celebration happening in Brooklyn.
And when it starts, it never slows down
The party is always going strong, and just keeps getting better.
We boogie to the DJ's non-stop
We love to dance, especially to great music from our favorite DJ's.
To the sound of the Brooklyn hip-hop
We dance specifically to hip-hop music from Brooklyn.
And if you've ever seen Brooklyn rock
If you've ever been to a Brooklyn party, you'll know it's unforgettable.
(*scratchin of 'Brooklyn'*) rocks it non-stop, BREAK........
Brooklyn's music scene is unstoppable and incredible. (Break)
Point blank, our deliverance is me but smooth
Our music is straightforward and direct, but still polished and smooth at the same time.
Stands out like a winner at'cha favorite tune
Our music is clearly exceptional and shines even next to other great songs.
All tension is released upon the call of the beat
Our music has the magical ability to make people relax and let go of stress.
As you rock along to a funky treat
Our song is so funky and fun, it's impossible not to dance along.
Like a torch, we're keepin you active
Our music keeps you energized and moving, like a bright torch does.
Our rhythm will hold you captive
Our irresistible beats will keep you dancing without wanting to stop.
We're perfecters of the poem we sing
We take great pride in our music and always strive to perfect it
Mobbin in to the top with the style's that's addicting
Our unique style of music is like a powerful addiction, propelling us to the top of the charts.
No doubt, about what we capture
Our music is always spot-on, leaving no doubt about our talents.
A-nother classical treasure
Our song is sure to be remembered as a classic gem of the genre.
So productive and effective
Our music is not only creative, but also powerfully effective in entertaining and provoking emotions in our listeners.
Chuck it out as a jam that's spreading
Spread the word about our great music so others can enjoy it too.
It-it ain't nuttin like hip-hop music
Our sound is absolutely unique and nothing like any other hip-hop music out there.
You like it 'cause you choose it
Our fans love our music because they appreciate how special it is and have personally chosen to listen to us.
Most DJ's won't refuse it
Our music is so good, even DJ's can't say no to playing it.
A lotta sucker MC's misuse it
Sadly, some less talented rappers try to imitate our sound, but none can match our level of skill.
Don't think that Stet can lose it
We're unstoppable and will never be beaten.
Too much to gain to abuse it
We have too much talent and too many supporters to risk ruin by misusing it.
The name of the game is rapture
Our music's goal is to bring joy and happiness to our listeners.
This song is complete and captured, BREAK.....
This song is perfectly crafted and unforgettable. (Break)
Lyrics Β© Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ARNOLD E. HAMILTON, GLENN K. BOLTON, LEONARDO ROMAN, MARTIN P. NEMLEY, PAUL HUSTON, PAUL E. HUSTON, SHAHID WRIGHT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Sim Streeter
When Hip Hop was real and Brooklyn was running EVERYTHING and EVERYONE. When you heard β Brooklynβs in the houseβ it was over!!! Crews shook, hard rocks tucked there chains, and everyone watched their backsπ
TheRoadGlider
Hahaha... Not Bronx ninjas homeboy queens and Manhattan fo sho
Dan Scott
Brooklyn stole my couch....lol
Kevin Crenshaw
77
veronica smith
FACTS !
Famous Name
@Jamal Thompson LOL WHAT? Recognize what the homie laid down, lower caser G.
Supreme Johnson
One of the Greatest Beats in HIP-HOP..
Letisha Letisha
Straight facts!!!
Side Account
Facts. This beat been in my head damn near 40 yrs
norakat
Answering my own question - watch from 8m 55s - https://youtu.be/HNFwKAB3uZg - those are live drums. Made the whole track w the samples.