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.
We Got This
The Alchemist Lyrics
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Chill
Dough we got this, lock this in the pocket 3X
Dough we got this - chill in the pocket
I got this, you know I got this
Life is full of surprises like
And it's no one to trust
So I watch my pockets
Fuck a car, boat or a plane
I'm coppin a rocket
To blast off so fast you'll probably vomit
And when I press on the gas
I'm not gonna stop it
I'm gettin bread on my tracks
I'm rockin the sonic
Don't make me set off a blast
Or drop an atomic that Infamous bullshit
You know that we on it
We don't take it to the next level
We goin beyond it
Everybody that's on the team we
Supposed to be on it
Everybody else around us is
Supposed to feel honored
Bow your head, salute motherfucker pay homage
Turn the volume up to the
Max and top the wattage blow the spot? Nah I
Leave the spot demolished
SUV's be dirty but the drops is polished
I'm solidified, that means my spot is solid
You can take a shot at me
If you've got the wallet
But you better have deep pockets
Then you know the synopsis
Do the starship and we don't stop it
Dough we got this, lock this in the pocket 3X
Dough we got this - chill in the pocket
Dough we got this, lock this in the pocket 3X
Dough we got this - chill Chemistry
You better check your files
In these lyrics from The Alchemist's song "We Got This," the rapper talks about his confidence and determination to succeed in life. The repeated phrase "Dough we got this, lock this in the pocket" signifies that he and his team are in control and have everything under their command. The metaphor of comparing life to a box of chocolates suggests that life is unpredictable and full of surprises, emphasizing the need to be cautious and watchful. The rapper expresses a lack of trust in others and highlights his focus on accumulating wealth and success by any means necessary.
The reference to "coppin a rocket" symbolizes the rapper's ambition to reach new heights and surpass limitations. He describes his fast-paced lifestyle and unstoppable drive to achieve greatness, utilizing words like "blast off" and "press on the gas" to emphasize his relentless pursuit of success. The mention of getting "bread on my tracks" and "rockin the sonic" showcases his dedication to his craft and passion for music, as well as his ability to make a significant impact in the industry.
The lyrics also touch on themes of loyalty, teamwork, and honor, with the rapper emphasizing the importance of sticking together and supporting one another. He calls for respect from those around him and asserts the idea of elevating beyond expectations and standards set by others. The mention of leaving a spot demolished and having a polished image amidst the chaos conveys a sense of confidence and self-assuredness in the rapper's abilities and achievements.
In the final verses, the rapper challenges anyone to take a shot at him but warns that they must be prepared with deep pockets, highlighting the idea of financial readiness and the high stakes of engaging with him. The reference to the starship and not stopping reinforces the notion of constant progress and evolution, as well as the determination to keep moving forward despite any obstacles. Overall, the lyrics of "We Got This" reflect a message of resilience, ambition, and self-assurance, with The Alchemist asserting his dominance and unwavering commitment to success in both his personal and professional endeavors.
Line by Line Meaning
Chill
Relax and stay calm
Dough we got this, lock this in the pocket 3X
We have everything under control, hold it securely
I got this, you know I got this
I am confident and capable
Life is full of surprises like A box of chocolates
Life is unpredictable and full of surprises
And it's no one to trust So I watch my pockets
Be cautious and watch out for potential risks
Fuck a car, boat or a plane I'm coppin a rocket
I'm aiming for greater heights and success
To blast off so fast you'll probably vomit
Moving quickly and decisively
And when I press on the gas I'm not gonna stop it
I am determined and unstoppable
I'm gettin bread on my tracks I'm rockin the sonic
I am making money and producing great music
Don't make me set off a blast Or drop an atomic that Infamous bullshit
Don't provoke me or face the consequences
You know that we on it We don't take it to the next level We goin beyond it
We are fully committed and pushing boundaries
Everybody that's on the team we Supposed to be on it
Everyone in the team should be dedicated
Everybody else around us is Supposed to feel honored
Others should respect and appreciate us
Bow your head, salute motherfucker pay homage
Show respect and acknowledgement
Turn the volume up to the Max and top the wattage blow the spot? Nah I Leave the spot demolished
Be loud and impressive, leave a lasting impact
SUV's be dirty but the drops is polished
Appearances can be deceiving
I'm solidified, that means my spot is solid
I am secure and established
You can take a shot at me If you've got the wallet
Challenge me if you're prepared to pay
But you better have deep pockets Then you know the synopsis
You need to be well-prepared to understand the situation
Do the starship and we don't stop it
Continue moving forward despite obstacles
Dough we got this, lock this in the pocket 3X
We have everything under control, hold it securely
Dough we got this - chill Chemistry
We have it figured out, relax and stay calm
You better check your files
Be prepared and organized
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@sneakerb0ss176
Finally found this song 🙌🏽
@drsc
I remember this song! I love this song's instrumental.
@robertat3650
Whaaat I feel like everyday I find a new alchemist prodigy banger 🔥
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I can help you find more...
@muggledon1
that beat tho. so 80's
@10ShunsukeNakamura
Rest in Power Prodigy! We indeed GOT DIZ!
@TheHumanBallsack
BANGER!!!
@liammcooper
RIP P
@diamondcutter4056
P was going at 50 for the piggy bank jayz diss
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