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1. Jayceon Terrell Taylor (born November 29, 1979 in Compton, California, United States), better known by his stage name Game, formerly known as The Game, is an American Grammy Award winning gangsta rapper signed to Aftermath Entertainment through his own label Black Wall Street Records, with which he founded with his half brother Big Fase 100. He rose to fame in 2005 with the success of his debut album, The Documentary, and his two Grammy nominations. Since then he has released several other critically acclaimed albums, 2006's Doctor's Advocate and 2008's LAX. The RED Album was released August 23, 2011. All of his four albums debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 100, and he is widely considered to be a driving force in bringing back the West Coast hip hop scene and competing with many of his East Coast counterparts.
Studying various influential rap albums, Game developed a strategy to become a rapper himself and with help from Big Fase, they founded The Black Wall Street Records. The label originally featured such artists as Glasses Malone, Vita, and Nu Jerzey Devil, along with Game himself. His stage name was coined by his grandmother. Game first gained prominence when he attended a hip-hop summit hosted by Russell Simmons and Louis Farrakhan, releasing his first mixtape You Know What It Is Vol. 1 in 2002, followed by a record deal with the independent label, Get Low Recordz owned by JT the Bigga Figga. Originally Sean Combs of Bad Boy Records was going to sign him to his label, but Game's mixtape found the attention of famed producer Dr. Dre, who signed him to Aftermath Entertainment in 2003. In October 2004, he released his first album Untold Story through Get Low Recordz, which sold over 82,000 copies within its first three months. The album featured artists like Sean T, Young Noble (of the Outlawz), and JT the Bigga Figga. Game also appeared on various mixtapes hosted by DJ's such as DJ Kayslay, DJ Whoo Kid, and DJ Clue. Game also released a second mixtape You Know What It Is Vol. 2 through his own record label and appeared on the video game NBA Live 2004 on a song produced by Fredwreck called "Can't Stop Me". On January 24th, 2011, he released a mixtape entitled, "Purp & Patron."
2. A British 60s Band formed by Terry Spencer in 1965. Head guitar: Terry Spencer Bass guitar: Allan Janaway Drums: Terry Goodsell Vocals: Tony Bird Their biggest success was their first single PlayGonna Get Me Someone from 1966. They attracted attention in 1967 with their recording of The Addicted Man which was concerned with drug-taking. The single should not be released.
3. A French new wave band from the 80’s coming from the suburbs of Paris. It’s line up was : Marc Dimitri (Vocals), Hervé Lorthioir (guitar), Patrick Larrieu (guitar), Jacques-Laurent Lardaud (bass), Fredéric Rottier (Drums), Dominique Cointre (keyboards), Claire (ch). Musically it sounded similar to bands like the Sisters of Mercy or Red Lorry Yellow Lorry. They released one single “Walk Away” on EMI France (1988) and an album titled "Under The White Bible Law" (1989).
Compton 2 Fillmore
The Game Lyrics
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Compton to Fillmore here we go again
In the bay, our chains hang, l.a. they can't bang
Compton to Fillmore here we go again
In l.a. they havin' problems, the bay we pop collars
Compton to Fillmore here we go again
In the bay we pop hollows, l.a. they pop hollows
Compton to Fillmore here we go again
They can't cop what the bricks'll cost
But we stay in the lane to maintain in the 6 to floss
Leather gloves with the tips to toss
But the money was made from conversation had to clip the boss
Smash down at the v.i.p.
Street smarts is crucial for young niggas in the cx-3
Drop jag with the price to pay
Cause the bags was heavy my chain swangin' like a ice capade
Got the feds lookin' twice this way
Cause we shuffle the p's in different places that the ? name
Compton to Fillmore man the game is real
When you turn 15 get your stainless steel
Whole squad been trained to kill, we official
And switch to get rich now we after the meals
Hard times got cakes for 3
When it's havin' a bundle we break bread for the safe and flee nigga
[Chorus]
I got guns, guns, guns, guns
Guns all over the club
We in v.i.p. strapped, security know that
25 deep, guns up under the throwback
That new R. Kelly shit sound like bobby womack
Black wall street in hurr, nigga where the hoes at
We got sour diesel, three cases of hypnotiq
And more guns than the nickerson projects
Niggas don't want beef with me
Cause they know they gotta pay for talkin shit but the sheets is free
And ain't nuttin' to shoot the club up
You don't want drama in this motherfucker throw them dubs up
Jacob got the wrists on chill
And n.w.a. chain glow like the memory of ill will
Relax your mind and let your drawers feel free
You're now rollin to the sound of the game and jt
[Chorus]
But you can't come with the rest of her friends
Cause you know I'm a boss and won't play cause she short on my ends
Make rounds from the back of the Benz
With the ? that kid with frog eyes with the corners to bend
The things we go through I'm beatin' ya brains
Got some homies next do' and I picked up the game
While they knockin' on the do' I get deep in ya dame
Gotta charge you a g just for speakin' my name
I'm not eatin' your chocha or payin' for the coach ma
I'm a pimp like 50, the nigga to leave you broke ma
6 in the mornin, you stretchin' on the sofa
Singin "ain't no nigga" like foxy brown and hova
I fuck 'em dogstyle with billys and novas
With or without chaffeurs, I make 'em fuck the both of us
You know what it is, the gangster's back
And I keep my banger at where my chain hang at
I'm ghetto
[Chorus: x2]
In The Game's song Compton 2 Fillmore, he details the vast difference between Compton and Fillmore. The song is a story of his experiences in both places, with a focus on the violence and crime. In the chorus, The Game describes how they pop bottles in the Bay, while in LA, they pop hollows. He further emphasizes the difference in the lifestyles by talking about how they pop collars in the Bay, while LA is having problems.
He also discusses the street life in both areas. The Game talks about how in Compton, they stay in their lane and maintain their lowriders, while in Fillmore, they smash down at the VIP in their cars. The song also touches on the issue of gangs, with The Game expressing how turning 15 means getting a "stainless steel" (gun). The theme of the song explores how different lifestyles can create conflict, and how that conflict manifests through violence and crime.
Line by Line Meaning
Compton to Fillmore here we go again
Referencing the gang violence between two neighborhoods, Compton and Fillmore, and how it keeps resurfacing.
In the bay, our chains hang, l.a. they can't bang
Oakland (Bay Area) gangsters show off their necklaces while Los Angeles can't compete.
In l.a. they havin' problems, the bay we pop collars
In Los Angeles, there are issues with their gangs, but in the Bay Area, they remain fashionable.
In the bay we pop hollows, l.a. they pop hollows
The Bay Area and Los Angeles both use bullets but refer to them differently.
In the bay we pop bottles, l.a. they pop bottles
Both places enjoy partying and drinking champagne.
They can't cop what the bricks'll cost
The police cannot afford and/or handle the consequences of going after drug lords selling bricks of cocaine.
But we stay in the lane to maintain in the 6 to floss
We stay in the drug dealing lane to maintain our status and show off our flashy lifestyle.
Leather gloves with the tips to toss
Drug dealers wear leather gloves with fingertips cut off to handle the bricks without leaving fingerprints.
But the money was made from conversation had to clip the boss
The drug dealers made their money by taking out the higher-ups in their organization who posed a threat to them.
Smash down at the v.i.p.
Partying in the VIP section of a nightclub.
Street smarts is crucial for young niggas in the cx-3
It's important for young people involved in drugs and gangs to have street smarts and be able to navigate dangerous situations.
Drop jag with the price to pay
Buying a Jaguar (luxury car) is an expensive lifestyle choice for drug dealers.
Cause the bags was heavy my chain swangin' like a ice capade
Their money bags were heavy, causing their necklaces to swing like the performers in the Ice Capades.
Got the feds lookin' twice this way
The government is watching the drug dealers closely.
Cause we shuffle the p's in different places that the ? name
They hide their drugs in various locations, making it difficult for the police to find them.
Compton to Fillmore man the game is real
The gang life is a harsh reality in both of these neighborhoods.
When you turn 15 get your stainless steel
When you become old enough, you should get a gun to protect yourself.
Whole squad been trained to kill, we official
The entire gang has been trained to kill, and they mean business.
And switch to get rich now we after the meals
They have switched from regular jobs to drug dealing for the money.
Hard times got cakes for 3
When times are tough, they have money stashed away for emergencies.
When it's havin' a bundle we break bread for the safe and flee nigga
If they're in danger, they will split their money and escape to safety.
I got guns, guns, guns, guns
The artist has a lot of guns on him.
Guns all over the club
The rest of the gang also has a lot of guns in the club.
We in v.i.p. strapped, security know that
They're in the VIP section of the club with weapons, and even the security staff knows it.
25 deep, guns up under the throwback
The gang has a large number of people, and they all have guns hidden under their clothes.
That new R. Kelly shit sound like bobby womack
The new R. Kelly song is reminiscent of Bobby Womack's music.
Black wall street in hurr, nigga where the hoes at
The Black Wall Street gang is in the club looking for girls.
We got sour diesel, three cases of hypnotiq
They have marijuana and a lot of alcohol with them.
And more guns than the nickerson projects
They have more guns than the notoriously violent Nickerson Gardens housing project.
Niggas don't want beef with me
Other people don't want to fight with the singer.
Cause they know they gotta pay for talkin shit but the sheets is free
If someone talks too much, they'll have to pay for it with their life.
And ain't nuttin' to shoot the club up
They're not afraid to start shooting in the club if someone crosses them.
You don't want drama in this motherfucker throw them dubs up
If someone is looking for trouble, they should throw up gang signs to show which side they're on.
Jacob got the wrists on chill
The artist is wearing expensive Jacob & Co. jewelry.
And n.w.a. chain glow like the memory of ill will
The N.W.A. necklace glows in tribute to a fallen comrade.
Relax your mind and let your drawers feel free
Relax and let loose, don't stress.
You're now rollin to the sound of the game and jt
You're now listening to The Game and his collaborator JT.
But you can't come with the rest of her friends
He's letting a woman know she can't bring her friends around because they'll expect him to pay for everything.
Cause you know I'm a boss and won't play cause she short on my ends
He's a boss and expects women to have their own money.
Make rounds from the back of the Benz
He frequently drives around the city in the back of his luxury car.
With the ? that kid with frog eyes with the corners to bend
He's with someone who has large, frog-like eyes and is skilled at bending corners while driving fast.
The things we go through I'm beatin' ya brains
The singer has been through a lot and is frustrated.
Got some homies next do' and I picked up the game
He learned how to survive the streets from his neighbors, and it became like a game to him.
While they knockin' on the do' I get deep in ya dame
While his enemies are coming after him, he's having sex with someone's girlfriend.
Gotta charge you a g just for speakin' my name
He's so infamous that even mentioning his name comes with a price tag.
I'm not eatin' your chocha or payin' for the coach ma
He's not going to provide for a woman financially or sexually.
I'm a pimp like 50, the nigga to leave you broke ma
He's like 50 Cent, a successful pimp who leaves women with no money.
6 in the mornin, you stretchin' on the sofa
At 6 AM, the woman is still sleeping on the couch.
Singin "ain't no nigga" like foxy brown and hova
She's singing a song called "Ain't No N*gga" by Foxy Brown and Jay-Z.
I fuck 'em dogstyle with billys and novas
He has sex with women while holding a gun (billy) or in a Chevrolet Nova car.
With or without chaffeurs, I make 'em fuck the both of us
He has sex with women and sometimes includes a chauffeur, and they all have sex together.
You know what it is, the gangster's back
He's back in the gangster lifestyle.
And I keep my banger at where my chain hang at
He keeps his gun with him at all times, like his necklace.
I'm ghetto
He's proud of his rough upbringing and lifestyle in the ghetto.
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