Dogg Pound 4 Life
Tha Dogg Pound Lyrics


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(Busta ass niggas)
(Busta ass niggas)
(Let's ride on they ass)
(I be back in about thirty minutes)
(Long Beach city, nigga, haha)
(Get your ass in the car, nigga)

We won, we won
And then we shot that BB gun
And they lost, and they lost
Now we took they shit, now it's time to floss

Before I even step, motherfuckers hit the deck
I gets reck' with a TEC, so cash in like checks, fool
I gots my own back in a scrap
But if it calls for that, I got my nigga Kenny Mack (biatch)
Swift as the wind, the MAC-10's in my nigga's clutches
So bust this, we rush this broke ass nigga
I knew he was a fuckin' punk
So then I tapped Daz, go and pop the fuckin' truck
He steps back in with TEC
And I'm all pumped, puffin' on blunts, ready to get reck'
Even though I knew he had a MAC-10, know I gave a fuck
And stuck the TEC out the window, ready to let loose
Get some gin and juice and then tell Snoop to come scoop
Check me out, peep how all who withstand
Step so quick and slowly sink like quicksand
Murder, that's what I be yellin'
I'm peeping your people, now two fuckin' hoods done bailed in
Wonderin' if he's G or a B-G, sportin' locs and a beanie
Tryna mad dog, you can't see me
Now I could bust a cap and split 'em up, I'm ready to get 'em up
I said, "what that Dogg Pound like, nigga?" Then I hit 'em up
Now you niggas know what's up with Kurupt (right)
Niggas don't give a fuck, I'm headed for the Westside

Now this spot's owned by the motherfuckin' D-O-double-G
P-O-U-N-D, so I see no other choice but to roll with the homicide
For all this drama, make sure you and your mama die

This is Dogg Pound for life
This is Dogg Pound for life
Nigga, I just don't give a fuck
This is Dogg Pound for life, nigga
This is Dogg Pound for life
Nigga, we just don't give a shit

Now before I bails, I blaze up a few sacks
Freshly Zig-Zag wrapped and grab my cavi sack
Tote a strap in my lap because the feud is on
One of these niggas got caught slippin', now the Eastside's a war zone
Known for the OGs
D-O-Gs, L-O-Cs
Sellin' cavi on the spot, late nights
Who gives a fuck about another nigga, this Tha Pound for life
I got the biggest (uh-huh), fattest (like what), rocks on any block
Sellin' my dubs like crazy and the sales never stop
I saw my paper stackin', so I had to rush me a Benz, shit
I love the life that I live
Yeah, was the greatest of 'em all (a hustler)
I ran my game like a gangster, had no room for no busters
It musta been like a dream
I moved from sacks to grams, from O-Z's to ki's (big balls)
Now I'm known through the hood as the O-G
Never no more can be called no B-G
I put this sack down, I put my bang down
I start to set trip (why?) 'Cause this is Dogg Pound
So now you know about that nigga D-A-Z
(And where you from?) Eastside 'til I dizzie, L-B-C

This is Dogg Pound for life
This is Dogg Pound for life, nigga
Nigga, I just don't give a fuck
This is Dogg Pound for life
This is Dogg Pound for life
Motherfucka, I just don't give a fuck
This is Dogg Pound for life
This is Dogg Pound for life, bitch
Call it what you want, Dogg Pound's the gang
This is Dogg Pound for life
This is Dogg Pound for life
Nigga, we just don't give a shit (biatch)

Meditate to my flow, as I mob down the row
Yo, boy is it loony where the grass is greener
1-8-7 ain't shit but a misdemeanor
I've seen a lot of niggas come up, a few niggas done up
Some rest in peace with their khakis heavy creased
But it's an Eastside thang, a who-ride thang
If we bang to the boogie then we boogie to the (bang)
I bring you the mothafuckin' .38
Just get the MC and my homie Nate
So we can ride, slide, slippity-slide
As I take you on a trip, nigga, ride, Eastside

This is Dogg Pound for life
This is Dogg Pound for life
Nigga, we still don't give a fuck
This is Dogg Pound for life
This is Dogg Pound for life
Mothafucka, we still don't give a fuck

You will lie in hell
Where your dead homeboys dwell
There's no way to escape
There's no way you can escape
So rest in peace, bitch




Anybody's killa
Dogg Pound Gangstas

Overall Meaning

The song Dogg Pound 4 Life by Tha Dogg Pound is a hardcore gangsta rap song that glorifies the gangster lifestyle of the artists. The lyrics are full of aggression and violence, with the artists boasting about their prowess as gangsters, their weapons and their willingness to kill. The opening lines call for a gang attack on rival gang members, with the artists urging each other to ride on their enemies. The song is filled with descriptions of violent confrontations with rivals, with the artists often boasting about their superiority and ability to come out on top. They speak of taking over territory, killing rivals, and being prepared to face any challenge that comes their way. Towards the end of the song, the artists express pride in their gangster identity, refusing to give up their lifestyle or back down to anyone.


Overall, the song reflects the dangerous and violent side of gang culture. The lyrics are full of bravado and threats, as the artists revel in their criminal activities and their ability to intimidate others. The song is not only a representation of the artists' personalities and experiences but also of the wider social and cultural issues that can lead young people down a path of crime and violence.


Line by Line Meaning

(Busta ass niggas)
Disrespectful individuals


(Let's ride on they ass)
Seeking revenge and taking action against those individuals


(I be back in about thirty minutes)
Leaving temporarily and returning soon


(Long Beach city, nigga, haha)
Proudly representing the city of Long Beach


(Get your ass in the car, nigga)
Commanding someone to get into the car


We won, we won
We emerged victorious


And then we shot that BB gun
Pretending to shoot a BB gun after the victory


And they lost, and they lost
The others suffered a defeat


Now we took they shit, now it's time to floss
We took their possessions, now it's time to show off


Before I even step, motherfuckers hit the deck
Before I even approached, people feared and submitted


I gets reck' with a TEC, so cash in like checks, fool
I engage in conflict using a handgun, earning a profit in the process


I gots my own back in a scrap
I am capable of defending myself in a fight


But if it calls for that, I got my nigga Kenny Mack (biatch)
If the situation demands, I have my ally Kenny Mack to support me


Swift as the wind, the MAC-10's in my nigga's clutches
My ally has control of a MAC-10 firearm and is quick in his actions


So bust this, we rush this broke ass nigga
We swiftly attack and overpower this weak individual


I knew he was a fuckin' punk
I was aware that he was a coward


So then I tapped Daz, go and pop the fuckin' truck
I signaled Daz to open the trunk of the car


He steps back in with TEC
He returns with a handgun


And I'm all pumped, puffin' on blunts, ready to get reck'
I am excited, smoking marijuana, and prepared for the conflict


Even though I knew he had a MAC-10, know I gave a fuck
Despite knowing he was armed, I didn't care


And stuck the TEC out the window, ready to let loose
I extended the handgun out the window, prepared to shoot


Get some gin and juice and then tell Snoop to come scoop
Enjoy some alcoholic beverages and then inform Snoop Dogg to join us


Check me out, peep how all who withstand
Observe my actions, notice the impact I have on others


Step so quick and slowly sink like quicksand
Move swiftly and witness others fall into a difficult situation


Murder, that's what I be yellin'
I proclaim murder and violence


I'm peeping your people, now two fuckin' hoods done bailed in
I am observing your associates, two neighborhoods have now joined our side


Wonderin' if he's G or a B-G, sportin' locs and a beanie
Questioning if he is a gangster or a wannabe gangster, wearing specific attire


Tryna mad dog, you can't see me
Attempting to intimidate, but unable to intimidate me


Now I could bust a cap and split 'em up, I'm ready to get 'em up
I have the ability to shoot and divide them, I am prepared to fight


I said, 'what that Dogg Pound like, nigga?' Then I hit 'em up
I inquired about our gang's reputation, then attacked


Now you niggas know what's up with Kurupt (right)
Now you individuals are familiar with Kurupt's reputation, correct?


Niggas don't give a fuck, I'm headed for the Westside
We are unbothered and moving towards the Westside


Now this spot's owned by the motherfuckin' D-O-double-G
This area is controlled by Snoop Dogg


P-O-U-N-D, so I see no other choice but to roll with the homicide
Dogg Pound controls this territory, and violence is the only option


For all this drama, make sure you and your mama die
To end this conflict, ensure both you and your mother perish


Meditate to my flow, as I mob down the row
Reflect on the rhythm of my music as I confidently walk down the street


Yo, boy is it loony where the grass is greener
Yo, my friend, it is crazy where things appear better


1-8-7 ain't shit but a misdemeanor
A murder (code 1-8-7) is insignificant, only considered a lesser crime


I've seen a lot of niggas come up, a few niggas done up
I have witnessed many individuals rise in status, while some have been killed


Some rest in peace with their khakis heavy creased
Some now rest in peace, dressed in creased khaki clothing


But it's an Eastside thang, a who-ride thang
However, it is a distinct Eastside culture, a united ride


If we bang to the boogie then we boogie to the (bang)
If we engage in violence, then we celebrate through rhythmic movements


I bring you the mothafuckin' .38
I present to you the powerful .38 caliber handgun


Just get the MC and my homie Nate
Retrieve the microphone and summon my friend Nate


So we can ride, slide, slippity-slide
So we can travel, glide, and move smoothly


As I take you on a trip, nigga, ride, Eastside
As I guide you through an experience, my friend, ride with me on the Eastside


You will lie in hell
You will suffer in hell


Where your dead homeboys dwell
Where your deceased friends reside


There's no way to escape
There is no means of escaping


There's no way you can escape
There is no possible escape for you


So rest in peace, bitch
So accept your fate, derogatory term for a person


Anybody's killa
A murderer without any specific target


Dogg Pound Gangstas
Members of the Dogg Pound gang




Lyrics Β© Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Nathaniel Hale, Delmer Drew Arnaud, Calvin Cordazor Broadus, Ricardo Emmanuel Brown

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That mid 90's West Coast wave wasn't no joke!Could never be duplicated...

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@letstalkwithpatrickpodcast

Daz is very underrated on production! Classic shit. Kids nowadays probably didn't know Snoop was a gangsta rapper at one point.

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Gangsta Pimp Snoop Dot Carter Com lol

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