The Game is the name of more than one artist:
1) rapper
2) British 60… Read Full Bio ↴The Game is the name of more than one artist:
1) rapper
2) British 60s band
3) French new wave band

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).

JUSTO TRIBUTE
The Game Lyrics

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[Justo:]
What up? I be the one they call Justo if you didn't know
Trying to check my man DJ Skee with his new mix-tape
Pick it up you square, you heard what I'm said?

[The Game:]
It's another sad day in Hip-Hop
We lost another one of our brothers, Justo Faison

We love you, and we'll always miss you
Mix-Tape King, forever

[Chorus:]
We'll always love you Justo
We'll always love you Justo
We'll always love you Justo
We'll always love you Justo

[Verse 1:]
I picked up my pen four years from the date
Never thought I'd be rapping, and be signed to Dre
Never been to New York, I had to find a way
So I dropped 40 bars on the Clue mix-tape
On the Birdman beat, then my name started buzzing
Aftermath's young gun, and now everybody love him
I hooked up with Gavin, Foxy's little brother
He took me to Kay Slay, and Slay put me on the cover
Drama King, I should of known, 'cause all of the sudden
MC's calling my name and I'm beefing with Joe Budden
That beef came and went, I got at him over Colors
Then caught him at Def Jam and found out, it was nothing
Looked back at my career, staring out at the City
Thinking about the biddin' war between Dre and Diddy
If I was signed to Bad Boy, would 50 be on the Math?
Probably not but maybe Justo wouldn't have crashed

[Chorus]

[Verse 2:]
I remember when Funk Flex first heard me flow
And sway let me freestyle on the wakeup show
Spit over 100 bars then Miss Jones started to host
That's when they start showing me love on the east coast
Then more people found out I was with Dre
And at bodegas I'm on 9 outta 10 of the mix-tapes
I'm workin' on my album and the world can't wait
Cover of the Vibe, and I ain't even have a release date
Then I met Justo he told me if I stay hungry
I'd go platinum and nobody can take that from me
He joked about my rap beefs, I thought it was funny
Gave him a pound then slid him 200 Bars and Runnin'
Went upstairs to change, got dinner at five
Went to Houston's and that's the first time I met Nas
Had Billboard with me and two months later he died
So this is what it sounds like when thugs cry

[Chorus]

[Verse 3:]
Markin' off days on the calendar I can't even sleep
Like a convict, waitin' on January 18th
When the Documentary dropped, it flooded the streets
My mix-tape buzz made me gold the first week
Double platinum in two months
Record labels getting' scared
Cause the kid from Compton selling like Sunny and Cher
Mix-Tape awards came around, glad I was there
To get my award, Mix-Tape Artist of the Year
Stepped on stage, and Justo let 'em know
You might as well crown him the new kind of the West Coast
A couple of months passed we ain't speak
My Sidekick went off "Justo Rest in Peace"
I let everybody from Snoop to Busta know
A car crash just claimed the life of Justo
They say the good die young, if you know like I know
Live your life to the fullest one day we all gotta go

[The Game:]
Give a moment of silence
If you're wearing a Fitted Cap take it off
If you driving, pull over to the side of the road
We lost an underground legend
Justo Faison

Mix-tape King
Rest in Peace

Overall Meaning

The Game's song "Justo Tribute" is a tribute to Justo Faison, who was a legendary mix-tape DJ who passed away in 2005. The lyrics are filled with references to Justo, as well as the hip-hop industry of the time. In the first verse, The Game remembers his rise to fame, recalling how he dropped 40 bars on the Clue mix-tape, which helped him get noticed. He also reflects on his beef with Joe Budden and how it quickly ended. In the second verse, The Game talks about his experiences on the east coast, where he was featured on various mix-tapes and worked on his debut album. He also recalls meeting Justo for the first time, who told him to stay hungry and focused. Finally, in the third verse, The Game reflects on the success of his debut album "The Documentary" and winning the Mix-Tape Artist of the Year award. However, the song ends on a somber note, with The Game paying his respectful tribute to Justo and acknowledging the unfortunate reality that we all have to go one day.

Overall, "Justo Tribute" is a heartfelt tribute to a legendary figure in the hip-hop community who paved the way for DJs and mix-tape culture. The Game's lyrics paint a vivid picture of the time and the culture, while also highlighting the importance of staying focused and humble.

Line by Line Meaning

What up? I be the one they call Justo if you didn't know
Introducing himself as Justo and checking his friend's new mixtape

It's another sad day in Hip-Hop
Mourning the loss of Justo Faison

We lost another one of our brothers, Justo Faison
Confirming the loss of Justo Faison as a member of Hip-Hop community

We love you, and we'll always miss you
Expressing love and grief towards Justo Faison

Mix-Tape King, forever
Acknowledging Justo Faison's legacy as a Mix-Tape King

We'll always love you Justo
Repeating the sentiment of love towards Justo Faison

I picked up my pen four years from the date
Recalling how he started his rap journey four years ago

Never been to New York, I had to find a way
Facing challenges but still persistent to achieve success

So I dropped 40 bars on the Clue mix-tape
Joined Clue mix-tape with his 40 bars and started getting noticed

Drama King, I should of known, 'cause all of the sudden
Getting to know about Drama King Kay Slay and receiving more recognition

If I was signed to Bad Boy, would 50 be on the Math?
Speculating alternate scenarios of his career and subsequent outcomes

I remember when Funk Flex first heard me flow
Recalling how Funk Flex heard him freestyle and how it boosted his recognition

Then I met Justo he told me if I stay hungry
Meeting Justo and receiving his advice to stay motivated and ambitious

Went to Houston's and that's the first time I met Nas
Meeting Nas for the first time and feeling elated

So this is what it sounds like when thugs cry
Expressing sadness and grief at the loss of Justo and other associates

Double platinum in two months
Achieving a remarkable feat of selling double-platinum for his record

You might as well crown him the new kind of the West Coast
Receiving appreciation and acclaim from Justo as an upcoming artist from the West Coast

Live your life to the fullest one day we all gotta go
Realizing the importance of living life to the fullest while expressing condolences for the departed soul

Rest in Peace
Offering condolences and wishing peace for the departed soul of Justo Faison

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