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.
Willie Lloyd
The Alchemist Lyrics
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Yeah, straight from hood like
Yeah, had my nets on this devil, yeah
Yeah, show them niggas
Told them niggas, I'ma show them niggas, what up
Yeah, told them niggas and I show them niggas, where at
Yeah, told them niggas and I show them niggas, where at
Ugh, yeah
Straight out the sewer like Das EFX
Which one of you fuck niggas want it next
In my dreams I see faces of death
I'ma pray for you hoes, get your Rosary, cross your chest
Your soprano can't fade me like Thanos
I just chipped a whole damn piano up out the west
Hit Chicago up, might fuck around ball out like baller
And go put 500 thangs on the jet
I just picked up 500 thangs on the strip
Nigga rap with a 100 hundred pack in the Lyft
OG niggas they told me that they see me movin'
That they had the hookers in '96
Black Tony told 'em Chichi get the ye
Line of scrimmage, Peyton Manning, switch the play
Pour the up holy water all up in the Jesus piece
Wash a real nigga's sins away
Yeah, took it from the devil's mouth
I hammer nets on the roof of the devil's house
Chop a dime bag or chop with the metal out
Percocet, weed and Codeine brought the devil out
Brought coke in momma house, let the devil in
Dropped us a zip, took on off, ain't gone never win
I'm so sick of these fuckin' rap groupies
I need to find some good pussy to settle in
Hit my plug with the strap, pussy boy
Wanna jack up the pack and a nigga can't settle for it
I just hit her to death
All he do is smoke wet on the steps
And a nigga might wet 'em for it
Six figures, most niggas never saw it
Almighty dollar, nigga can't ignore it
Light, gas bill, nigga can't afford it
Put him on that wet and even wet 'em for it
Yeah
Fed ball rollin', catch me chuckin' up the vatos locos
Bitch, I run the deck like Willie Lloyd
A nigga got the fans and the feds takin' photos
Know we say we'll load 'em, when you see the logo
Made a half a milli off a Motorola
Percy Miller with the bakin' soda
Silk the Shocker rock, I guess he murdered moguls
I'm a giant, niggas standin' on my shoulders
Gave them niggas game, now they throwin' shade
I know folks, Crips, Bloods, Renegades
Got respect drippin' from a nigga name
Finna load this heat seekers and the gauge
Drugs loaded in me when I hit the stage
I know folks, Crips, Bloods, Renegades
Got respect drippin' from a nigga name
Nigga what
I know folks, Crips, Bloods, Renegades
Got respect drippin' from a nigga name
Nigga what, yeah
Yeah, big dough up on you, wrap it nigga
'Bout to zip a pack and then it's automatic
Nigga what
In the song "Willie Lloyd" by Freddie Gibbs and Curren$y, the lyrics depict a sense of confidence and resilience. The opening lines, "Can't tell me a mothafuckin' thing, bruh," express the artist's determination and refusal to be influenced or controlled by others. They assert their background from the hood and their ability to overcome obstacles.
The comparison to being "straight out the sewer like Das EFX" suggests that the artist has risen from difficult circumstances like a survivor emerging from a challenging environment. They challenge anyone who wants to come after them, displaying a sense of power and self-assurance.
The references to death and praying suggest that the artist has faced their own mortality, or has experienced loss and struggles in their life. They encourage others to pray and find solace in their faith. The lyrics also reference their ability to defy expectations, comparing themselves to Thanos, a powerful character from the Marvel universe.
The following lines depict the artist's involvement in illegal activities, such as selling drugs and engaging in criminal behavior. They describe picking up and transporting drugs, and the influence of addictive substances like Percocet, weed, and Codeine. These actions and associations bring out the darker side of their persona, as they acknowledge letting the "devil in" and making choices that may not lead to success. Despite their awareness of these actions, they express a weariness towards the "rap groupies" and a desire to find genuine connections.
The last section of the lyrics further discuss the artist's involvement in the drug trade, mentioning various gang affiliations and the respect they have earned within these circles. They boast about making money off selling drugs, comparing themselves to entrepreneurs like Percy Miller (also known as Master P) and Silk the Shocker. The final lines reemphasize their connection to the streets and their readiness to defend themselves, suggesting a lifestyle where they constantly have to be aware and prepared for potential dangers.
Overall, these lyrics convey a sense of self-confidence, resilience, and the struggles and choices that come with living a street-oriented lifestyle.
Line by Line Meaning
Can't tell me a mothafuckin' thing, bruh
You cannot give me any advice or opinions, my friend.
Yeah, straight from hood like
Yes, I come directly from the troubled neighborhood.
Yeah, had my nets on this devil, yeah
Yes, I had my eyes on this evil person.
Yeah, show them niggas
Yes, I want to demonstrate to those individuals.
Told them niggas, I'ma show them niggas, what up
I informed them that I will prove myself to them, what's happening.
Yeah, told them niggas and I show them niggas, where at
Yes, I told them and proved them wrong, at a specific location.
Yeah, told them niggas and I show them niggas, where at
Yes, I told them and proved them wrong, at a specific location.
Ugh, yeah
Expressing a grunt of agreement and approval.
Straight out the sewer like Das EFX
Emerging directly from a troubled and chaotic environment, similar to the rap group Das EFX.
Which one of you fuck niggas want it next
Who among you disrespectful individuals wants to face me next.
In my dreams I see faces of death
I have haunting visions of death within my dreams.
I'ma pray for you hoes, get your Rosary, cross your chest
I will offer my prayers for you promiscuous women, hold your Rosary beads and make the sign of the cross over your chest.
Your soprano can't fade me like Thanos
Your high-pitched singing voice cannot defeat or overpower me, similar to the villain Thanos.
I just chipped a whole damn piano up out the west
I just acquired a significant amount of drugs from the western region.
Hit Chicago up, might fuck around ball out like baller
Visited Chicago and had the potential to live extravagantly like a baller.
And go put 500 thangs on the jet
And proceeded to transport 500 items of value on a private jet.
I just picked up 500 thangs on the strip
I just acquired 500 valuable items on the street.
Nigga rap with a 100 hundred pack in the Lyft
I rap while carrying a hundred packs of drugs in a Lyft vehicle.
OG niggas they told me that they see me movin'
Experienced individuals have informed me that they have noticed my progress.
That they had the hookers in '96
They were involved with prostitutes in 1996.
Black Tony told 'em Chichi get the ye
A person named Black Tony instructed others to acquire the illegal drugs.
Line of scrimmage, Peyton Manning, switch the play
Like football player Peyton Manning, I can change the play and adapt to the situation.
Pour the up holy water all up in the Jesus piece
Pouring codeine syrup, a substance associated with drug use, over a religious pendant symbolizing Jesus.
Wash a real nigga's sins away
Cleansing a person's sins who is considered genuine or authentic.
Yeah, took it from the devil's mouth
Yes, acquired something directly from an evil individual.
I hammer nets on the roof of the devil's house
I forcefully install surveillance devices on the roof of an wicked person's residence.
Chop a dime bag or chop with the metal out
Prepariing a small bag of drugs or using a weapon to forcefully cut something.
Percocet, weed and Codeine brought the devil out
The consumption of drugs like Percocet, marijuana, and Codeine exacerbates one's malevolent nature.
Brought coke in momma house, let the devil in
Bringing cocaine into one's mother's house, allowing evil influence to enter.
Dropped us a zip, took on off, ain't gone never win
Leaving behind a bag of drugs and quickly departing, unable to achieve success.
I'm so sick of these fuckin' rap groupies
I am tired of these fanatics who obsess over rappers.
I need to find some good pussy to settle in
I require the company of a respectable woman to establish a stable relationship.
Hit my plug with the strap, pussy boy
Contacted my drug supplier while carrying a weapon, insulting the recipient as weak.
Wanna jack up the pack and a nigga can't settle for it
Attempting to raise the price of the drugs, but I refuse to accept it.
I just hit her to death
I engaged in sexual intercourse with her to a significant extent.
All he do is smoke wet on the steps
One's primary activity is smoking drugs on the stairs.
And a nigga might wet 'em for it
And I may use violence against them to obtain those drugs.
Six figures, most niggas never saw it
Earning a significant amount of money, an amount that most individuals have never witnessed.
Almighty dollar, nigga can't ignore it
The powerful influence of money, one cannot disregard it.
Light, gas bill, nigga can't afford it
Unable to afford the bills for electricity and gas.
Put him on that wet and even wet 'em for it
Introduce him to the drug PCP and may use violence to obtain it from him.
Fed ball rollin', catch me chuckin' up the vatos locos
To avoid law enforcement, I am constantly on the move, representing my affiliation with a Mexican gang.
Bitch, I run the deck like Willie Lloyd
I am in control of the area, similar to the drug lord Willie Lloyd.
A nigga got the fans and the feds takin' photos
The authorities, both fans and federal agents, are watching and documenting my actions.
Know we say we'll load 'em, when you see the logo
Be aware that we will arm ourselves when you recognize our symbol.
Made a half a milli off a Motorola
Earned five hundred thousand dollars with the help of a Motorola phone.
Percy Miller with the bakin' soda
Referencing rapper Percy Miller, also known as Master P, who was involved in the drug trade using baking soda as a cutting agent.
Silk the Shocker rock, I guess he murdered moguls
Implying that Silk the Shocker, another rapper, likely outperformed and surpassed others in the music industry.
I'm a giant, niggas standin' on my shoulders
I am highly influential, and others depend on me for support.
Gave them niggas game, now they throwin' shade
Provided valuable knowledge and advice to others, but now they are showing disrespect or envy.
I know folks, Crips, Bloods, Renegades
I am familiar with individuals from various street gangs, including the Crips, Bloods, and Renegades.
Got respect drippin' from a nigga name
I have gained a significant level of respect and reputation from the people.
Finna load this heat seekers and the gauge
Getting ready to load firearms such as heat-seeking missiles and a shotgun.
Drugs loaded in me when I hit the stage
Carrying drugs with me when I perform on stage.
Nigga what
What, what did you say or what are you implying.
Yeah, big dough up on you, wrap it nigga
Yes, a large amount of money has been placed on you, consider yourself valuable.
'Bout to zip a pack and then it's automatic
About to seal a package of drugs, and then it will be ready for sale.
Nigga what
What, what did you say or what are you implying.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Shante Scott Franklin, Fredrick Tipton, Daniel Alan Maman
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@FendiPendergrass
This album still bangs in 2022. Freddie & ALC are a deadly combo
@donniebrasco881
true!
@MFBloosh
Still bangs in 2023, too. Weird.
@0113slimshady
hardest track of the album, Gangster Freddie never disappoints
@primitiveminds
No lie I don't even fuck with the rest of the tape just this song the beat mad hypnotic
@xX_0ut
@Shaun Alfred fax bruh
@chill-matic4075
@XENIUM not facts the whole album goes in
@xX_0ut
@Chill-Matic 😹
@1giane
can you recommend me some other gangster freddie songs
@TroyChriest
I wasn't even mad that Spitta never came in. Freddie killed it.