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1. The Beatnuts are a hip hop group and production duo from Queens, New York City. Its current members are JuJu and Psycho Les. JuJu (born Jerry Tineo on December 4, 1968) is Dominican American from Corona and Psycho Les (born Lester Fernandez on April 10, 1972) is a Colombian American from Jackson Heights. The Beatnuts were originally a trio before Kool Fashion, now known as Al' Tariq, left the group to start a solo career. The Mighty V.I.C. (Groove Merchantz, Ghetto Pros) was also a member of The Beatnuts' production team for a while.
Early on in their career they produced whole albums for Posse members Common Sense and Chi-Ali. Their production is noted as some of the finest and most accomplished, if unheralded, in all of hip-hop, often intricately detailed (as in their finely honed work for Mos Def on two tracks from Black on Both Sides) but more regularly barnstorming, club-friendly, flourish-laden party music. Jennifer Lopez used their track "Watch Out Now" as the instrumental for her song "Jenny from the Block". The Beatnuts produced more songs for the artists they had previously collaborated with as well as Fat Joe, Suprême NTM and Da Youngsta's. At the same time, The Beatnuts made their name as remix specialists by remixing songs for MC Lyte, Da Lench Mob, Naughty by Nature, Jomanda and others.
The Beatnuts are noted for being unabashedly, bullishly ribald and in-your-face performers. Recent Beatnuts albums are characterised by more Latin influences.
Less known is they are considered part of the Native Tongues collective. The Beatnuts are the only Latino members of the Native Tongues collective. Although only peripheral members, they are routinely acknowledged by Q-Tip.
Off The Books-Gangstarr
The Beatnuts Lyrics
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And Pun's got a big nine, respect crime but not when it reflect mine
The shit I'm on is wrong but it lasts long
Pull a fast one, then Pun'll wake up, with the stash gone
I'm mad strong, and my cream is fast
Smoke the greenest grass, my bitch got the meanest ass
And a taste legit, I don't have to waste a whole case of Crist'
All it takes is my pretty face and my gangsta wit
It's all fair like love and war, thug galore with the long hair
Big Pun, Pun the name that makes the kids run
Like spelling murder reverse it deliver redrum
Come one, come all, if you wanna brawl
I'm the mighty Thor clothes lining motherfuckers like Steven Segall
Cause all you gonna get, is your ass kicked or up in a casket
That's it (that's it?) That's it
Punisher bash it, at last it's, rappers that really blast shit
Cats getting Big Willie niggas like Billy Bathgate
Up in Jimmy's Cafe, havin caviar
Crackin' Cristal at the bar, smokin' cigars, livin' large
We rob and steal, run with the mob, doin' jobs for bills
I'm hard to kill for real nigga guard your grill
I like to chill, spark an L and get high
I'm one hell of a guy, fly pelican fly
What up Duke-o, you know, politickin' papi chuco
I'm out here, watching for Jake, getting this loot though
Shoot bro, I got a waterproof suit yo
Swervin' like a A.K.A. in Beirut yo
Squeezin', out of automatic M3's and
Please, you ain't seen no thugs like these
I can tell you lots of things that'll make you believe
In Corona yo it's better to take than to receive
Your career's on life support, and I'ma pull the plug
And have every thug shootin' that Beatnut drug
In they blood, no escapin 'this
Niggas is goin' over their favorite shit (for what?)
To be tapin' this
World premier, loud and clear
Lye and beer, get the dough, blow up the show
Dissapear, jump in the Cavalier
Feelin' marvelous, street pharmacist, twist arboles
For pleasure, bring your territory sever
Keep my workers under pressure got em sayin' "fuck Lester"
But that's aight Duke-o, my heart nowadays too cold
Don't give a fuck where you been what you done
Where you go, you know, peep this favorite
In black shades like a secret, agent
We're night thieves, roll up on you sleeves
We light trees, bust these and stack cheese
It's off the hook this year
Makin' mad money off the books this year, ain't nothin'
But crooks in here
Gettin 'mad money off the books this year
It's off the hook this year
Makin' mad money off the books this year, ain't nothin'
But crooks in here
Gettin' mad money off the books this year
[Repeat: x64]
Go!
The Beatnuts's song "Off The Books" is a collaboration with Gangstarr, but it is primarily performed by The Beatnuts, featuring Big Punisher. Throughout the lyrics of the rap song, the artists glorify the act of crime and the luxurious lifestyle it brings. However, they also acknowledge the risks and the potential consequences associated with such activities. The chorus repeated throughout the song highlights the theme of illegal activity and its lucrative nature: "It's off the hook this year, making mad money off the books this year, ain't nothing but crooks in here, getting mad money off the books this year."
The first verse is performed by Juju from The Beatnuts, in which he describes the temptation of crime and the appeal of its rewards. He acknowledges that his actions are wrong but argues that they last longer than doing things the lawful way. He also brags about his strength, wealth, and attractive partner, claiming that he doesn't have to spend lots of money to impress anyone. The second verse is performed by Big Punisher, who boasts about his own wealth and reputation as a dangerous criminal. He also references popular culture figures like Steven Seagal to liken himself to a tough guy who can take on anyone. He warns his rivals that they'll either get their "ass kicked or up in a casket," showing the song's underlying message of violence and danger associated with crime.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey yo it's all love, but love's got a thin line
Although I might say that I love everyone, there is a fine line between love and hate
And Pun's got a big nine, respect crime but not when it reflect mine
My friend Punisher carries a large gun, and while we respect illegal activities, we don't condone them when they affect us personally
The shit I'm on is wrong but it lasts long
The illegal activities I engage in may be morally wrong, but they are lucrative and bring long-lasting wealth
Pull a fast one, then Pun'll wake up, with the stash gone
If someone tries to cheat me out of something valuable, Punisher will take matters into his own hands and ensure that we get back what's rightfully ours
I'm mad strong, and my cream is fast
I'm physically and financially powerful
Smoke the greenest grass, my bitch got the meanest ass
I smoke the highest quality marijuana, and my girlfriend has a perfect body
And a taste legit, I don't have to waste a whole case of Crist'
My credibility speaks for itself, and I don't need to rely on expensive alcohol to impress people
All it takes is my pretty face and my gangsta wit
I don't need material possessions to attract attention, my good looks and quick-thinking personality are enough
Lace the click, cause we all share
I make sure that my crew is united and shares everything equally
It's all fair like love and war, thug galore with the long hair
In our line of work, anything goes and we have skilled, long-haired gangsters by our side
Big Pun, Pun the name that makes the kids run
My friend Punisher's reputation for violence is so well-known that even children are afraid of him
Like spelling murder reverse it deliver redrum
I'm so skilled in violent activities that I can spell murder backwards and make it sound like 'redrum', which means 'murder' in reverse
Come one, come all, if you wanna brawl
Anyone who wants to fight us is welcome to try
I'm the mighty Thor clothes lining motherfuckers like Steven Segall
I tackle people aggressively, similar to how the character Thor clotheslines opponents in wrestling, or how Steven Segal uses martial arts to take down enemies
Cause all you gonna get, is your ass kicked or up in a casket
Anyone who messes with us will end up either severely injured or dead
Punisher bash it, at last it's, rappers that really blast shit
Punisher is a skilled rapper who sings about real-life violence and criminal activities
Cats getting Big Willie niggas like Billy Bathgate
Only wealthy, influential people are associated with us, like the character Big Willie and the character Billy Bathgate, who was a wealthy crime lord
Up in Jimmy's Cafe, havin caviar
We enjoy luxurious lifestyles, like going to cafes and eating expensive delicacies like caviar
Crackin' Cristal at the bar, smokin' cigars, livin' large
We indulge in expensive alcohol and tobacco products, and live lavish lifestyles
We rob and steal, run with the mob, doin' jobs for bills
We commit illegal activities like robbery and theft, and are associated with organized crime, in order to make money
I'm hard to kill for real nigga guard your grill
I'm very difficult to defeat or kill, so people should be careful when they mess with us
I like to chill, spark an L and get high
I enjoy relaxing, smoking marijuana, and getting high
I'm one hell of a guy, fly pelican fly
I'm skilled, successful, and impressive, like a pelican flying majestically through the air
What up Duke-o, you know, politickin' papi chuco
I greet my friend and fellow gangster 'Duke-o', and we discuss our strategic plans
I'm out here, watching for Jake, getting this loot though
I'm keeping my eyes open for the police, while also earning money through illegal activities
Shoot bro, I got a waterproof suit yo
I'm always prepared for anything, even getting shot at, with my waterproof suit
Swervin' like a A.K.A. in Beirut yo
I'm driving erratically like a soldier in Beirut, Lebanon, a place known for its violent conflicts
Squeezin', out of automatic M3's and
I'm firing from my automatic M3 gun
Please, you ain't seen no thugs like these
I'm better and more skilled than any other gangsters out there
I can tell you lots of things that'll make you believe
I have many stories and experiences that would convince you of my abilities and success
In Corona yo it's better to take than to receive
In our neighborhood of Corona, Queens, it's more advantageous to take what you want than to receive it as a gift
Your career's on life support, and I'ma pull the plug
Your career is failing, and I'm going to end it completely
And have every thug shootin' that Beatnut drug
All the gangsters will be using and selling our drugs
In they blood, no escapin 'this
Our influence and activities will become a part of their lives, with no way to escape it
Niggas is goin' over their favorite shit (for what?)
People are listening to our music and discussing it passionately
To be tapin' this
Recording our music to listen to later
World premier, loud and clear
Our music is being presented for the first time, and is being played loudly and clearly
Lye and beer, get the dough, blow up the show
We use illegal drugs and alcohol to make money, and are successful in our performances
Dissapear, jump in the Cavalier
We leave the scene of the crime quickly in our car
Feelin' marvelous, street pharmacist, twist arboles
We're feeling great and successful, like a street pharmacist who twists up drugs
For pleasure, bring your territory sever
We do illegal activities simply for enjoyment, and will sever any relationships that get in our way
Keep my workers under pressure got em sayin' "fuck Lester"
I control and manipulate my employees, and they even curse another employer named Lester
But that's aight Duke-o, my heart nowadays too cold
I'm fine with that, 'Duke-o', because I've become indifferent and cold-hearted now
Don't give a fuck where you been what you done
I don't care about your past actions or background
Where you go, you know, peep this favorite
No matter where you go, remember our music as your favorite
In black shades like a secret, agent
I wear dark sunglasses like a secret agent
We're night thieves, roll up on you sleeves
We're thieves who operate at night, and are willing to get our hands dirty
We light trees, bust these and stack cheese
We smoke marijuana, regularly carry firearms, and earn lots of money
It's off the hook this year
This year is incredibly exciting and successful for us
Makin' mad money off the books this year, ain't nothin'
We're earning a lot of money through our illegal activities this year, and it's nothing unusual for us
But crooks in here
We're all criminals and gangsters here
Gettin' mad money off the books this year
We're making an incredible amount of money through illegal activities this year
Lyrics © JELLYBEAN MUSIC GROUP
Written by: CHRISTOPHER RIOS, JERRY TINEO, LESTER FERNANDEZ
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
K W
Timeless classic, incredible
K W
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Living in a Scene
My favorite from the collection. Amazing.
rightushook
RIP MF DOOM
Gang
doom goes with anything
BOOGIEMAN
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Just Hold Still Helllp Helllp
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