Jadakiss (born Jason Phillips (on May 27,1975) is an American rapper. He is a member of the group The LOX. Jadakiss is one of three owners of the imprint known as D-Block.
One More Step
Styles P feat. Jadakiss Lyrics
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Now I got a clip full of hollows in the.40
Louis, Guccis, every now and then Mauris
I take too long to come back, send for me
Know how to work it, big things pop on the underground circuit
Maintain 'til it surface
The nerve of these peasants
Treat a rap budget like a bird how I stretch it
Waters, Dutchies, lot of herb in a session
So-called tough guys, herbs with aggression
Put your thoughts all over the curb with the Wesson
What used to be superb now is depressing
Negative energy
Generated from the snakes and the centipedes
You will remember me
I just get the storm started
Cold-blooded, warm-hearted
Either way you on target
Move to the side, let the lane merge
The gun's like fried rice, who want they brain stirred?
Enter the limelight, lemon drop-top off of crime life
Always see the crew in the hindsight
Yeah!
American sedan, the shooters got Berettas in their hand
This is Mafia, veterans'll plan
Word to the tape on the brick, this is raw
I'm in the 4x4, 8 plus 8 in the clip
The hustling Harry Potter, shaking the brick
Ice in the bracelet give the Matrix a glitch
And my car's like a spaceship
Got gold in my Nike checks
Jordans got ice in the laces
Pants got a gun where the waist is
It's basic, shirt smell like herb smoke
Chirp, yo, Chirp back
Let me know who getting murked, though
Yeah, we getting money, nigga
Who getting work, though
And I got the Kush, nigga
I got the Purple, move squares
'Cause we got a hold on the circle
Kill you or hurt you, whatever's a virtue
Beat you like ya parents when you breaking your curfew
[Chorus]
Homie, live life to the death
We gonna make it to the top, just one more step
Get this money, it don't matter if it's cash or check
We gonna make it to the top, just one more step
Big houses, cars and jewels that's wet
We gonna make it to the top, just one more step
To the family, friends, whole life is set
We gonna make it to the top, just one more step, one more step
Yo, living my life, what's left of it
Don't try to go to jail but if you do make the best of it
If you crash into a bullet then it ain't no estimate
It's a money-back guarantee, my nigga
Death's a definite
This is audio crack, guess who's cheffing it
Jadakiss and SP, do this effortless
Gun play make you do whatever son say
If the Lord send you a flight, the ticket is one-way
Put that work in when you young, you get power
The money don't match the running it get sour
Still rep the hood to the death
A promise is only good if it's kept
Niggas'll kill you for less
Silence is golden, go 'head, keep dozing
The window of opportunity keeps closing
We gon' see if you really a clutch baller
A cell is small, but a casket is much smaller
Burn out 30 a set shit, 60 a Key shit
That's street shit, Jada & P shit
Lambos, hoopties, shooters and groupies
Montclair, D-Squared, Emilio Pucci
Long trips, short trips, making me nauseous
Court shit, gave them Jews money for Porsches
Made a couple mil for the small shit
We rap and keep raw, so we on some street lore-Forbes shit
Wall still spin, upgraded the floor flip
Ain't touch it, ain't see it, ain't hear about it
If it's money gone, believe we gon' care about
Send some niggas to your crib, take the air up out it
Leave some blood up in it
Listen, fam, the Lam's the color of toast
The seats is like butter in it
No hammers in the club, box cutter in it
Long money and big checks
Get popped in the chest, face, wig, neck
Tre Pound, Sig, Tec
Play the game, get a plane is ya ship wreck
Learn from the best if you ain't learn shit yet
Yeah! Motherfucker
[Chorus]
The lyrics to Styles P featuring Jadakiss's "One More Step" paint a picture of a rapper living the high life after making it big in the music industry. The opening lyrics mention a time when Styles P used to hang out around The Apollo Theater in Harlem and watch ciphers, but now he's carrying a loaded weapon and wearing designer clothing. He talks about being able to make big things happen on the underground music scene and waiting for his success to surface. He also briefly mentions his disdain for people who treat their rap budgets poorly and compares them to birds.
Styles P then describes drug-fueled recording sessions with plenty of marijuana and blunt wraps, but he's not impressed by his peers' tough-guy boasts. He brags about being able to shoot a gun with precision and criticize their raps mercilessly. He also reflects on how his career has changed since he first started in the music industry, and how negative energy generated by jealous or envious people frustrates him. Despite his lavish lifestyle, he remains focused on his music and promises to leave his mark on the rap game with his cold-blooded, warm-hearted approach.
The chorus of the song encourages listeners to live life to the fullest and keep striving towards success, but the last verse takes a heavy turn. Jadakiss reflects on the dangers of living a criminal lifestyle and the inevitability of death. He warns young people to use their energy to build power rather than money, as chasing the latter will only lead to unhappiness in the end. He also mentions the dangers of being incarcerated and encourages those who find themselves in that situation to make the most of it. The song ends with a reminder to heed the advice of those who have made it before you and continue working towards your goals.
Line by Line Meaning
Ciphers in front of The Apollo as a shorty
As a young person, I used to engage in freestyle rap battles in front of The Apollo Theater.
Now I got a clip full of hollows in the .40
Now I have a gun loaded with hollow-point bullets in a .40 caliber.
Louis, Guccis, every now and then Mauris
I occasionally wear luxury brands like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Mauris.
I take too long to come back, send for me
If I'm away for too long, just send a message for me to return.
Know how to work it, big things pop on the underground circuit
I have the skills and knowledge to succeed in the underground music scene.
Maintain 'til it surface
I continue to work hard and persevere until I gain recognition.
The nerve of these peasants
I find it audacious and disrespectful how these lower-status individuals behave.
Treat a rap budget like a bird how I stretch it
I am resourceful with my limited funds for making music and make the most out of it.
Think they get the message
I hope they understand the underlying meaning.
Waters, Dutchies, lot of herb in a session
When smoking marijuana, we use water bongs and Dutch Master cigars, and we consume a significant amount of weed.
So-called tough guys, herbs with aggression
Those who claim to be tough guys are actually weak and fueled by false bravado.
Put your thoughts all over the curb with the Wesson
I will make you regret speaking your mind by using the Wesson handgun to harm you.
What used to be superb now is depressing
Something that was once excellent or exciting has now become disheartening.
Negative energy generated from the snakes and the centipedes
The negative vibes I encounter come from deceitful and treacherous individuals.
You will remember me
I will leave a lasting impression on you.
I just get the storm started
I am responsible for initiating chaos and havoc.
Cold-blooded, warm-hearted
Although I may appear ruthless, I still have a caring and compassionate side.
Either way you on target
Whether you like it or not, I am focused on you.
Move to the side, let the lane merge
Step aside and let me continue on my path to success.
The gun's like fried rice, who want they brain stirred?
Just like a dish of fried rice, my gun will mix up your brain if you provoke me.
Enter the limelight, lemon drop-top off of crime life
I am stepping into the spotlight, driving a convertible car, moving away from a life of crime.
Always see the crew in the hindsight
I always spot my crew behind me, looking out for each other.
American sedan, the shooters got Berettas in their hand
We ride in an American-made car, with my associates armed with Beretta handguns.
This is Mafia, veterans'll plan
We operate like a well-organized Mafia, with experienced individuals creating strategic plans.
Word to the tape on the brick, this is raw
I swear on the tape found on a kilo of drugs, indicating its purity, confirming that this is real.
I'm in the 4x4, 8 plus 8 in the clip
I am driving a four-wheel-drive vehicle, carrying a gun with a total of 16 rounds.
The hustling Harry Potter, shaking the brick
I am like Harry Potter when it comes to hustling, magically transforming and making profits from selling drugs.
Ice in the bracelet give the Matrix a glitch
The diamonds in my bracelet create a visual effect similar to glitches in the movie 'The Matrix'.
And my car's like a spaceship
My car is so advanced and futuristic that it feels like a spaceship.
Got gold in my Nike checks
My Nike sneakers have gold accents and details.
Jordans got ice in the laces
My Jordan sneakers have diamond-like crystals embedded in the laces.
Pants got a gun where the waist is
I conceal a firearm in the waistband of my pants.
It's basic, shirt smell like herb smoke
It's a common occurrence for my shirt to have the smell of marijuana smoke.
Chirp, yo, Chirp back
If you communicate with me through a pager, I will respond in kind.
Let me know who getting murked, though
Inform me about those who are getting killed or harmed.
Yeah, we getting money, nigga
Yes, we are making a significant amount of money.
Who getting work, though
Who is distributing illegal drugs?
And I got the Kush, nigga
I possess a high-quality strain of marijuana called Kush.
I got the Purple, move squares
I have a strain of marijuana called Purple, and I sell them in ounce increments.
'Cause we got a hold on the circle
We have control and influence over our drug dealing territory.
Kill you or hurt you, whatever's a virtue
I will either kill or inflict harm upon you, depending on what is deemed morally right.
Beat you like ya parents when you breaking your curfew
I will physically discipline you, just like your parents would, if you disobey curfew rules.
Homie, live life to the death
My friend, live your life to the fullest, without any fear of death.
We gonna make it to the top, just one more step
We will reach the peak of success by progressing forward, one step at a time.
Get this money, it don't matter if it's cash or check
Acquire wealth, whether it's in the form of cash or checks.
Big houses, cars and jewels that's wet
Enjoy luxurious possessions like large houses, expensive cars, and dazzling jewelry.
To the family, friends, whole life is set
For our loved ones, friends, and ourselves, everything is in place and life is going well.
Yo, living my life, what's left of it
Yo, I am living my life, making the most of what remains.
Don't try to go to jail but if you do make the best of it
Although I do not encourage going to jail, if you happen to end up there, try to make the best out of the situation.
If you crash into a bullet then it ain't no estimate
If you get shot and hit by a bullet, there's no room for uncertainty or estimation, it's a guaranteed injury.
It's a money-back guarantee, my nigga
I assure you, with complete certainty, that you will experience negative consequences if you cross me.
Death's a definite
Death is an absolute certainty at some point in life.
This is audio crack, guess who's cheffing it
My music is so addictive that it's like a potent form of crack cocaine, and I am the one producing and delivering it.
Gun play make you do whatever son say
The presence of guns can make individuals obey and do whatever I demand.
If the Lord send you a flight, the ticket is one-way
If God decides that it is your time to die, there is no return, and your journey is only one-way.
Put that work in when you young, you get power
If you put in hard work and effort when you are young, you will gain influence and authority.
The money don't match the running it get sour
When the amount of money earned does not align with the amount of effort put in, it becomes disheartening.
Still rep the hood to the death
I remain loyal and represent my neighborhood until death.
A promise is only good if it's kept
A commitment or pledge is only meaningful if it is fulfilled.
Niggas'll kill you for less
Some individuals are willing to take your life for even minor reasons.
Silence is golden, go 'head, keep dozing
Remaining silent is valuable and wise, go ahead and continue pretending to be unaware.
The window of opportunity keeps closing
The time frame for seizing an opportunity keeps diminishing.
We gon' see if you really a clutch baller
We will find out if you can perform under pressure, especially in critical moments of a ball game.
A cell is small, but a casket is much smaller
Being imprisoned in a jail cell is restrictive, but being buried in a casket is even more confining.
Burn out 30 a set shit, 60 a Key shit
When selling drugs, I exhaust and deplete 30 grams in each drug package, and I charge 60 per kilogram.
That's street shit, Jada & P shit
These actions are part of the street culture, representing both Jadakiss and Styles P.
Lambos, hoopties, shooters and groupies
I encounter luxury cars like Lamborghinis, as well as old and beat-up vehicles, alongside people willing to shoot others and fanatical fans.
Montclair, D-Squared, Emilio Pucci
I wear high-end fashion brands such as Montclair, D-Squared, and Emilio Pucci.
Long trips, short trips, making me nauseous
Whether the journey is long or short, it makes me feel sick or unsteady.
Court shit, gave them Jews money for Porsches
Legal matters and court cases required me to provide large sums of money as compensation for better legal representation, just like the Jewish community.
Made a couple mil for the small shit
I earned a few million dollars from less significant activities or endeavors.
We rap and keep raw, so we on some street lore-Forbes shit
We rap and stay true to the rawness and authenticity of the streets, making us relevant and comparable to the influential Forbes business magazine.
Wall still spin, upgraded the floor flip
Even though the situation keeps changing, I adapt and improve my circumstances.
Ain't touch it, ain't see it, ain't hear about it
I have no direct involvement with, knowledge of, or information about that particular matter.
If it's money gone, believe we gon' care about
When it comes to lost or missing money, believe me, we are deeply concerned.
Send some niggas to your crib, take the air up out it
I will dispatch some individuals to your home, making sure to remove your presence forcefully.
Leave some blood up in it
As a warning, I will leave behind traces of blood.
Listen, fam, the Lam's the color of toast
Listen, my friend, my Lamborghini car has a color similar to that of toasted bread.
The seats is like butter in it
The car seats are incredibly smooth and comfortable, just like butter.
No hammers in the club, box cutter in it
Firearms are not allowed inside the club, but I still carry a box cutter as a concealed weapon.
Long money and big checks
I have accumulated substantial wealth and receive large checks.
Get popped in the chest, face, wig, neck
You will suffer gunshots to your chest, face, hairpiece, and neck.
Tre Pound, Sig, Tec
I possess and use various types of firearms, such as a .38 caliber revolver, a Sig Sauer pistol, and a Tec-9 submachine gun.
Play the game, get a plane, is ya shipwrecked
If you participate in illegal activities, you might end up getting arrested and sent to prison.
Learn from the best if you ain't learn shit yet
If you still haven't gained any knowledge or wisdom, it's about time you learn from those who are experienced and successful.
Yeah! Motherfucker
Yes! You son of a bitch!
Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: LEVAR COPPIN, BRIAN HOLLAND, EDWARD, JR. HOLLAND, DELANO MATTHEWS, JASON PHILLIPS, DAVID STYLES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Rainman Feld
Its 2021 and i still need a moment to appreciate how this song is put together ...only back n forth rap that comes close is the problem vs. The hustla
G Biggaveli
Problem vs the hustler π₯π₯π₯π₯
ox pro
@G Biggaveli jay and big
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Michael Bell Jr
Butcher & .38
Heathen Grinder
One of the best pick n roll back to back in and out songs from a rap duo EVER like I can tell by the views that this is a slept on song obviously people ain't heard this classic gem.
Christopher Vtec
That due together is just goosebumps π the 2 best that ever did it right here
Jay Anti sucker
2021 still slapping this nothingβs harder then jada and styles back to back
kwabena donkor
I love these dudes. 20 yrs and still a lox fan. YO stand up
Curt Jones
I know you even more turnt up after watching that verzuz