They ended up leaving Bad Boy over financial disputes with record boss P. Diddy and were snapped up by the DMX-led Ruff Ryders. At that time they released We Are The Streets with the stand-out singles "Wild Out" and "Ryde or Die, Bitch". They expanded their group with the inclusion of new member, Jae Hood, and are now known as D-Block.
For a time, Diddy owned their publishing. They reinstated their beef with him even after performing together at Jay-Z's I Declare War concert; recently, however, Jadakiss and Styles P. appeared on popular NY radio station Hot 97.1 to plead for their publishing rights, a request which was granted.
As individual artists, each member of D-Block has released at least one album. Jadakiss released Kiss The Game Goodbye and Kiss of Death, Sheek Louch, Walk Witt Me and After Taxes, and Styles P., A Gangster and a Gentleman and Time Is Money. Jadakiss, one of the self proclaimed "top five dead or alive", has been the most commercially successful with singles "Knock Yourself Out", "We Gonna Make It", "Put Ya Hands Up", and "Why?"; Styles P. has released "Good Times (I Get High)", "Can you Believe It" featuring Akon, and "My Life" and Sheek Louch "Mighty D-Block (2 Guns Up)" and "Kiss Your Ass Goodbye".
In 2002-2003, Jadakiss and later the rest of The Lox were embroiled in a beef with Roc-a-Fella Records artist Beanie Sigel and the label head, Jay-Z. Today all parties have made peace.
Currently, they have dramatically increased their exposure and popularity and are frequently featured on mixtapes. They are now beefing with G-Unit after 50 Cent dissed Jadakiss for appearing on 50's nemesis, Ja Rule, single, "New York". The feud has grown to encompass both groups. Jadakiss responded to 50's "Piggy Bank" with "Checkmate". 50 came back with "I Run New York" and a video for "Piggybank", which dissed Jadakiss, Nas, Kelis, Fat Joe, *The Game (rapper). Styles and Jada released "Problem Child" directly aimed at 50 Cent. "Kiss Your Ass Goodbye" was released by Sheek Louch and featured Fabolous, Beanie Sigel, The Game and Jadakiss. Lloyd Banks has announced on his upcoming album "Rotton Apple" there will be a diss track aimed at Fat Joe and D-Block named "Death Wish". More recently, D Block went all out on G Unit with the song "Shots Fired," a song whose chorus recommends murdering 50 Cent and G Unit.
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The Lox Lyrics
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We'll always love Big Poppa
We'll always love Big Poppa (We'll always love you Big)
We'll always love Big Poppa
We'll always love Big Poppa (We'll always love you Big)
We'll always love Big Poppa (Yeah)
We'll always love Big Poppa (We'll always love you Big)
I look in the clouds, hope you past the sun
Hope you right next to God and he calling you Son
Taking you in, Angels breaking you in
This is heaven and no longer do you have to sin
And may God bless your mom and your two children
Your wife, your family and all your friends
Everybody stay strong, the good die young
Where we from it's all wrong, we all confused
Never know what we have til what we have we lose
Think Big, we just lost a very big jewel
Hip-hop itself is at a pit-stop itself
Seeing Big die I wish the shit would stop itself
It hurts, you're probably too good for this earth
Genius at his work
Made dirty cats want to get a clean shirt
Pop Cristal and rock they ice work (word), go Big *go Big*
Everybody wanted to know Big
Made the rap biz, glitter like showbiz
Ask anybody, who could flow Big
All the cats shined, but you would glow Big
Frank White lyrically, moved niggas spiritually
Made you want to get a cup, fill it up with Hennessey
Front in the club and light a dutch where the women be
If you seen the show then I know you felt the energy
We'll always love Big Poppa (We'll always love you Big) [Repeat: x8]
Just to let y'all know, everything is all real
But it's sad when a good fella catch a raw deal
And pain is a part of life that we all feel
Today this whole rap game is getting more ill
It make me look back, to where he took rap
Dude brought the East back, y'all better believe that
He never had a warning, One More Chance
Was right before him everybody must answer when God's calling
I flew b's wit him, I blew trees wit him
Couldn't wait to go on tour across seas wit him
People seem to get lost and, blow things out of proportion
Life is worth more than the coffin
I need answers, and they better be the truth
Hurts like a bad tooth, we losin mad youth
Lyrically there'll never be no one above you
And no matter how they judge you we always gonna love you
We'll always love Big Poppa (We'll always love you Big) *repeat 4X*
Right now I know you missing it, smoking in peace
After all this bullshit don't cease, huh Big
Right now, you and Pac in harmony, probably hugging
While everybody from Brooklyn to West coast is bugging
All these gang wars, Big, show me a sign
As for your son I'ma raise Shorty like he was mine (no doubt)
It seems that the devil got his stinking back whooped
And we should pray for Jesus, and ask for forgiveness
I can remember all the studio time, getting twisted
Bottle after bottle, Bacardi Lime, I miss it
We clicked like heels when we first met the
Junior Ma-f-i-a and Big Po-ppa
Nearly broke down four times writing this verse
Filled with wild madness and sadness it hurts
But ain't no need to cry, cause right now, where you at
Is more laced than any place a millionaire lived at
But it's sad that it takes that for us to unite
The only time you see your family is funeral night
Christopher Wallace, Frank White, holding it down
I guess you with the real king in New York now
For real
We'll always love Big Poppa (We'll always love you Big) [Repeat: x6]
We'll always love Big Poppa, Big Poppa [Repeat: x2]
We'll always love Big Poppa, Big Poppa (We'll always love you Big)
We'll always love Big Poppa, Big Poppa (We'll always love you Big)
We'll always love Big Poppa, Big Poppa, Big Poppa
(We'll always love you Big)
In "We'll Always Love Big Poppa," The Lox pays tribute to The Notorious B.I.G., one of the greatest and most influential rappers of all time, who was murdered in a drive-by shooting in Los Angeles in 1997. The song is an emotional and heartfelt reflection on Biggie's life, death, and legacy. The lyrics are filled with grief, admiration, and respect, as well as a deep-seated sense of loss and sadness that comes from losing someone who was as talented and beloved as Biggie.
Throughout the song, The Lox reminisces about their memories of Biggie, describing him as a genius and a visionary who changed the rap game forever. They also offer condolences to Biggie's family and friends, acknowledging the profound impact his death had on those who knew him best. The chorus of the song repeats the mantra "We'll always love Big Poppa" as a way of paying tribute to his memory and his influence on the rap world.
One of the most striking things about "We'll Always Love Big Poppa" is the way that The Lox uses their lyrics to connect with Biggie's legacy on a deeply personal and emotional level. They speak directly to him in the song, asking for his guidance and wisdom from beyond the grave. They also express their own sense of grief and loss, while also recognizing the larger cultural impact that Biggie had on hip-hop and the world at large. Overall, "We'll Always Love Big Poppa" is a deeply moving tribute to an artist whose contributions to music will never be forgotten.
Line by Line Meaning
We'll always love Big Poppa
We'll always love you Big
We'll always love Big Poppa (Yeah)
We'll always love you Big
I look in the clouds, hope you past the sun
I hope you are in heaven
Hope you right next to God and he calling you Son
I hope you are close to God
Taking you in, Angels breaking you in
I hope the angels are welcoming you to heaven
This is heaven and no longer do you have to sin
There is no more sin in heaven
And may God bless your mom and your two children
We pray for blessings for your family
Your wife, your family and all your friends
We pray for blessings for your loved ones
Everybody stay strong, the good die young
We must stay strong despite the pain of losing you too soon
Where we from it's all wrong, we all confused
Our community is struggling with this loss
Never know what we have til what we have we lose
We didn't realize how much we valued you until you were gone
Think Big, we just lost a very big jewel
We lost someone incredibly valuable to us
Hip-hop itself is at a pit-stop itself
The rap industry is hurting from the loss of Big Poppa
Seeing Big die I wish the shit would stop itself
I wish this pain and loss would stop happening to our community
It hurts, you're probably too good for this earth
It hurts knowing that someone as great as you had to leave this world
Genius at his work
You were an incredibly talented artist
Made dirty cats want to get a clean shirt
You were so successful, you inspired others to aim for something better
Pop Cristal and rock they ice work (word), go Big *go Big*
You lived life to the fullest and inspired others to do the same
Everybody wanted to know Big
You were one of the most famous and beloved artists in the industry
Made the rap biz, glitter like showbiz
You brought rap music to new heights and made it glamorous
Ask anybody, who could flow Big
You were known for your phenomenal rap skills
All the cats shined, but you would glow Big
You stood out and shone brighter than anyone else
Frank White lyrically, moved niggas spiritually
Your lyrics were powerful and had a profound impact on people
Made you want to get a cup, fill it up with Hennessey
Your music made people want to celebrate and enjoy life
Front in the club and light a dutch where the women be
You lived life with confidence and enjoyed being around others
If you seen the show then I know you felt the energy
Your performances were unforgettable and filled with a powerful energy
Just to let y'all know, everything is all real
This song is a reminder that our love for you is real and enduring
But it's sad when a good fella catch a raw deal
It's heart-wrenching to lose someone as great as you
And pain is a part of life that we all feel
We must all endure the pain of loss at some point
Today this whole rap game is getting more ill
The rap industry is going through tough times
It make me look back, to where he took rap
We reflect on how you influenced and changed the rap industry
Dude brought the East back, y'all better believe that
You were a driving force in bringing the East Coast rap scene to prominence
He never had a warning, One More Chance
Your death was sudden and unexpected, like a warning to cherish life
Was right before him everybody must answer when God's calling
Your death is a reminder that one day we will all answer to a higher power
I flew b's wit him, I blew trees wit him
We shared great memories together
Couldn't wait to go on tour across seas wit him
We looked forward to touring and sharing our music with others
People seem to get lost and, blow things out of proportion
People often lose sight of what's important and cause unnecessary drama
Life is worth more than the coffin
Life is precious and valuable, beyond just death and mourning
I need answers, and they better be the truth
We need clarity and truth in the face of your loss
Hurts like a bad tooth, we losin mad youth
Your death is a painful reminder of how young and precious life is
Lyrically there'll never be no one above you
Your talent and skill as an artist can never be matched
And no matter how they judge you we always gonna love you
No matter what anyone says or thinks about you, our love for you will never fade
Right now I know you missing it, smoking in peace
We hope you are at peace and enjoying yourself in the afterlife
After all this bullshit don't cease, huh Big
Unfortunately, there is still violence and negativity in our world despite your absence
Right now, you and Pac in harmony, probably hugging
We imagine you and Tupac reunited and happy together
While everybody from Brooklyn to West coast is bugging
People in both coasts are still grieving and feeling the impact of your loss
All these gang wars, Big, show me a sign
We pray for a peaceful resolution to the conflicts and violence in our community
As for your son I'ma raise Shorty like he was mine (no doubt)
We will take care of your son and treat him as family
It seems that the devil got his stinking back whooped
We hope that justice and righteousness will ultimately triumph over evil
And we should pray for Jesus, and ask for forgiveness
We must turn to faith and forgiveness in this time of grief
I can remember all the studio time, getting twisted
We remember the fun and creative times we spent together
Bottle after bottle, Bacardi Lime, I miss it
We miss your company and your energy
We clicked like heels when we first met the
We bonded and connected immediately
Junior Ma-f-i-a and Big Po-ppa
Our group and our bond with you will always be remembered
Nearly broke down four times writing this verse
Writing this song was an emotional and painful process
Filled with wild madness and sadness it hurts
We are filled with a range of emotions and deep sadness from your loss
But ain't no need to cry, cause right now, where you at
We must find comfort in knowing that you are at peace and in a better place now
Is more laced than any place a millionaire lived at
We imagine that heaven is even more amazing than the most luxurious and extravagant place on earth
But it's sad that it takes that for us to unite
It's tragic that it often takes a loss like this to bring people together
The only time you see your family is funeral night
It's unfortunate that sometimes we only come together as family during times of mourning
Christopher Wallace, Frank White, holding it down
We will always honor and remember you by your real and stage names
I guess you with the real king in New York now
We imagine you and the late greats of New York City's music scene are together now
For real
We mean every word we say and feel deeply about your loss
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DAMON BLACKMON, DAVID STYLES, JAYSON PHILLIPS, SHERRYL JACOBSEN
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