As a teen, Al began to identify strongly with the rebellious lyrics and urban sounds of hip-hop, and he began writing his own lyrics as a creative outlet. He joined up with other like-minded artists who wrote lyrics and rebelled strongly against their "uptight" suburban surroundings, among whom were Shifty Shellshock of Crazy Town, Evidence of Dilated Peoples and Scott Caan, son of James Caan. They would often hang out in urban areas of Los Angeles and participated in typical teenage rebellious activities like partying, smoking marijuana, and general mischief.
Al and Scott decided to become a duo named The Whooliganz. While rhyming at a party in L.A., they attracted the attention of B-Real of Cypress Hill. He invited the teens to join his crew, The Soul Assassins, which also included the groups House of Pain and Funkdoobiest. In 1993, the Whooliganz released their first single, "Put Your Handz Up." The song received little radio airplay and their record label, Tommy Boy Records, decided to shelve their album. Rejected, Scott focused his creative energy on acting while Al became interested in process of making hip-hop beats.
DJ Muggs took Al under his wing and taught him how to use a sampler and mixing board. After helping to produce a few tracks for Cypress Hill, Al became the main producer for his childhood friend, Evidence and his group Dilated Peoples. When Dilated debuted in 1998, they were an underground sensation creating a huge buzz about the man behind those incredible beats.
In 1999, Muggs introduced Al to his good friends, the popular hip-hop group Mobb Deep. Al produced two songs for their Murda Muzik album. Impressed by his production skills and street smarts, Mobb Deep took him under their wing, using his beats on all their subsequent albums. As Alchemist's profile increased, he went on to produce for many of hip hop's most successful and prominent artists, such as Nas, Fat Joe, Jadakiss, Ghostface Killah and Snoop Dogg. He has also remixed songs for bands and artists in other genres such as Linkin Park and Morcheeba. Al stayed loyal to his old friends, continuing to produce for Dilated, Cypress Hill, Everlast (formerly of House of Pain) and Crazy Town. He also enjoys producing for lesser-known underground rappers, often giving them some of his best beats. In 2004, 11 years after his rapping career folded, The Alchemist returned with his long-awaited debut album, "1st Infantry." The album yielded the hit single "Hold You Down" (featuring Prodigy, Illa Ghee, and Nina Sky), which hit number ninety-five on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2005.
Alchemist was the official tour DJ for Eminem on his 2005 Anger Management 3 Tour, replacing the recently-ousted DJ Green Lantern. However on July 13, 2005, the tour bus carrying Eminem's entourage (including rapper Stat Quo as well as Alchemist) swerved off the road and turned over. Alchemist was treated for broken ribs and a collapsed lung.
The Alchemist is one of the music producers behind the video game Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars released by Rockstar Games. He was also on Tim Westwood TV, when Eminem, Royce Da 5'9" and Mr. Porter freestyled. During an interview with Worldwide Conspiracy Radio, The Alchemist revealed he would be dropping a 2-part project with fellow West Coast producer Oh No entitled Gangrene, the first to be released in July, the second in November, both on Decon. Alchemist was also the DJ for the Eminem set on the BBC1 chat-show Jonathan Ross on June 4, 2010.
Alchemist is Eminem's official DJ, since DJ Green Lantern departed from Shady Records in 2005 because of a dispute related to the feud of 50 Cent and Jadakiss. In 2006, Eminem released a collaboration album with Shady Records called Eminem Presents: The Re-Up. Since the Alchemist is his official DJ, he produced some of the tracks on the mixtape, as well as compiling the album in a mixtape fashion. On December 18, 2013, he was named the runner-up for Producer of the Year by HipHopDX.
Scottie Pippen
The Alchemist Lyrics
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Still kick you in the head like I think
You on the verge of getting up
No mercy, Cobra Kai, Cobra commando
Deadly venom spitting, niggas just a salamander
I'm living the life worthy capturing on camera, documented
How one of the last lives was deaded
How I rolled up in the drop, how I rolled up that sticky
How I f*ck them to sleep?
How I woke up out the building when I was finished
Keep it G, them niggas not original they muthafucking house of mirrors
Not quite the image, I'm on that Popeye spinach
Mama mai-tai sippin, she loves a square nigga
But now she trying something different
Windy City Bulls, mention the Nets, wool jackets and sweats, Scottie Pippens
My description, high of that fuzzy green prescription
Lying if I said that I isn't
If you looking for that nigga: I is him
All eyes in this direction, a burden and a blessing
Reporting live from the devil's pad
Breakfast here: two titties, two plus and a turkey bacon sandwich
2 seeds with eggs and bread jelly
My hoes they rarely pop that pussy,
They put off in my Pontiac on Pirellis '82 edition
Spotters body squatting on sixes?
Rather be counting stacks than stuck in the county, washing the dishes
Or washing drawers in the pen ?
I had to go pay the correct correctional officer to walk him in
Bail money on debt, come at my neck
Plus that boy cause that same place where him ? where he slept
I issue eternal rest, sign up and be a subscriber
The price of life that's so high that I must make sure I stay higher
Stay with the purp out of piso?
Smacking as deep as needles
They run in the rock just like I play quarterback for the eagles
Rando donovan in the mic a
'Fore I picked up this mic I was hitting licks
Did dirt with plenty disciples
I'm gang bang affiliated, federal investigated, self educated
All my co-conspirators catching cases
I got straight out of college and I made it at home ?
But believe I got the balls to clear up all of my altercations
Leave faces with operations, closed casket console
Tryna make million dollars, fuck a million downloads
But if that equal the same, smash it up and give me my change
I made a lane up in this game so niggas goin' remember the name
Gangsta Gibbs ho, two bitches cooking in the crib hoe
Still push a bucket but I ride it like a Benz hoe
Tryna find a bridge ho, to slanging raps, from slanging weight
Said the Fred the new age ? call me baby face
The lyrics to The Alchemist's song "Scottie Pippen" depict a confident and fearless persona who is unrelenting in their pursuit of success and living life to the fullest. The opening lines convey a sense of power and dominance, as the singer asserts their ability to overcome any obstacle and leave their rivals defeated. The references to Cobra Kai and Cobra commando allude to their ruthless nature and lethal skills. They see themselves as an enigma, someone whose life is worthy of being captured on camera for the world to witness. The lyrics also touch upon their prowess with women, highlighting their charm and ability to satisfy. They exude a sense of originality and authenticity, dismissing others as mere reflections and choosing to live life on their own terms. The reference to Scottie Pippen, the legendary NBA player, symbolizes their own greatness and impact in their chosen field. Overall, the lyrics paint a picture of a confident and unapologetic individual who is determined to rise above the rest.
Line by Line Meaning
Showing no signs of letting up
Continuously maintaining strength and intensity
Still kick you in the head like I think
Delivering devastating blows with precision and confidence
You on the verge of getting up
Keeping opponents on the brink of defeat
No mercy, Cobra Kai, Cobra commando
Relentlessly ruthless like a deadly martial arts group
Deadly venom spitting, niggas just a salamander
Rapping with lethal lyrical prowess while others pale in comparison
I'm living the life worthy capturing on camera, documented
Leading a captivating and extraordinary existence that deserves to be recorded
How one of the last lives was deaded
Detailing the story of a life that ended tragically
How I rolled up in the drop, how I rolled up that sticky
Arriving in a luxurious car and rolling up high-quality marijuana
How I rolled with them women, elegant player, no sippin'
Being accompanied by sophisticated women as a smooth and refined player
How I f*ck them to sleep?
Engaging in intimate encounters that leave partners completely satisfied
How I woke up out the building when I was finished
Leaving in the morning without attachments after fulfilling desires
Keep it G, them niggas not original they muthafucking house of mirrors
Remaining true to oneself while others lack authenticity, akin to a distorted reflection
Not quite the image, I'm on that Popeye spinach
Defying expectations and exhibiting a strength likened to Popeye's famous spinach
Mama mai-tai sippin, she loves a square nigga
Enjoying tropical drinks while being attracted to a conventional person
But now she trying something different
Seeking change and exploring new experiences
Windy City Bulls, mention the Nets, wool jackets and sweats, Scottie Pippens
Referring to the Chicago Bulls, the Brooklyn Nets, and sporting apparel associated with Scottie Pippen
My description, high of that fuzzy green prescription
Describing oneself as regularly intoxicated by marijuana
Lying if I said that I isn't
Being dishonest if one claims to be anything other than what they are
If you looking for that nigga: I is him
Identifying oneself as the person others are searching for
All eyes in this direction, a burden and a blessing
Attracting attention and scrutiny, which is both challenging and rewarding
Reporting live from the devil's pad
Presenting oneself as broadcasting from a negative and dangerous environment
Breakfast here: two titties, two plus and a turkey bacon sandwich
Starting the day with a suggestive and indulgent meal
2 seeds with eggs and bread jelly
Having children and enjoying a simple yet satisfying breakfast
My hoes they rarely pop that pussy
The people associated with the rapper rarely engage in explicit behavior
They put off in my Pontiac on Pirellis '82 edition
Driving away in a classic Pontiac car fitted with high-quality tires
Spotters body squatting on sixes?
Individuals overseeing illegal activities while positioned on high-end vehicles
Rather be counting stacks than stuck in the county, washing the dishes
Preferring to accumulate wealth instead of being incarcerated or performing menial tasks
Or washing drawers in the pen?
Avoiding the unpleasant task of doing laundry while in prison
I had to go pay the correct correctional officer to walk him in
Making specific payments to ensure successful entry into a correctional facility
Bail money on debt, come at my neck
Being financially indebted while facing personal challenges
Plus that boy cause that same place where him? where he slept
Causing harm to someone in the same location where they were once comfortable
I issue eternal rest, sign up and be a subscriber
Being responsible for ending lives and inviting others to join the demise
The price of life that's so high that I must make sure I stay higher
Acknowledging the value of life and maintaining personal intoxication as a coping mechanism
Stay with the purp out of piso?
Continuing to possess and use high-quality marijuana in abundance
Smacking as deep as needles
Rapping with a powerful impact similar to injections
They run in the rock just like I play quarterback for the eagles
Controlling the movement and distribution of narcotics as if playing quarterback for a sports team
Rando donovan in the mic a
Displaying lyrical skills comparable to a random famous rapper
'Fore I picked up this mic I was hitting licks
Engaging in criminal activities before pursuing a career in music
Did dirt with plenty disciples
Partaking in illegal endeavors alongside numerous followers
I'm gang bang affiliated, federal investigated, self educated
Being involved in gang activities, subject to federal scrutiny, and acquiring knowledge independently
All my co-conspirators catching cases
All the people involved in my unlawful activities facing legal consequences
I got straight out of college and I made it at home
Succeeding immediately after leaving college and finding success in one's own environment
But believe I got the balls to clear up all of my altercations
Having the courage and determination to resolve conflicts
Leave faces with operations, closed casket console
Leaving individuals permanently scarred or dead, causing grief and mourning
Tryna make million dollars, fuck a million downloads
Striving to earn significant wealth instead of relying solely on digital success
But if that equal the same, smash it up and give me my change
However, if achieving financial success through digital means proves equivalent, demanding proper compensation
I made a lane up in this game so niggas goin' remember the name
Establishing oneself as a unique and memorable figure in the music industry
Gangsta Gibbs ho, two bitches cooking in the crib hoe
Asserting oneself as Gangsta Gibbs, with two women preparing food in the residence
Still push a bucket but I ride it like a Benz hoe
Operating a worn-out vehicle but driving it with the style and confidence of a luxury car
Tryna find a bridge ho, to slanging raps, from slanging weight
Seeking a connection that transitions from selling drugs to pursuing a career in rap
Said the Fred the new age ? call me baby face
Aligning oneself with Fred, a contemporary rap artist, and desiring to be considered youthful and attractive
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network
Written by: ALAN MAMAN
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B. Addy
"They runnin the rock just like I play quarterback for the eagles , Randall, Donovan or Michael" one of my favorite sport related bars ever
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As an Eagles fan, itβs even more flames π₯
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Fly Eagles Fly!!
Seen Freddie Gibbs live in concert Melbourne Australia in 2015
Been down since '12-13
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Gilford McCormack
One of my favorite Freddie verses
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How I met Freddie Gibbs
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Fetti put me on Freddie π
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put me on, Otis put me on