The Prodigy first emerged in the underground rave scene in the early 1990s and achieved popularity and worldwide recognition with UK number one singles such as "Firestarter" and "Breathe", both singles coming from their UK and US chart topping album The Fat of the Land (1997). A third single from the album, “Smack My Bitch Up”, was also successful. They earned titles like "the premiere dance act for the alternative masses" and "the Godfathers of Rave", and remain one of the most successful electronic acts of all time. They have sold an estimated 25 million records worldwide, and won numerous music awards during their career, including two Brit Awards for Best British Dance Act, three MTV Video Music Awards, two Kerrang! Awards, five MTV Europe Music Awards, and received two Grammy Award nominations.
The Prodigy were founded in Braintree, Essex, in 1990 by keyboardist and songwriter Liam Howlett. He had taken piano lessons in his youth and gained the ability to play difficult passages in just a few run-throughs. After he decided to pursue a music career, Howlett met dancer and vocalist Keith Flint in mid-1989 at a rave at which Howlett was DJing. After Flint requested Howlett make a mix tape for him, Howlett obliged, returning a cassette several days later with a collection of his own songs on the other side. Howlett had scratched the word "Prodigy" onto the cassette, the same name as the Moog Prodigy analogue synthesiser, and Howlett's moniker. The tape was well-received by Flint and keyboardist Leeroy Thornhill who developed new dance sequences to the music and suggested to Howlett they begin a group together. They were soon joined by MC and vocalist Maxim, then known as Maxim Reality, and female dancer and vocalist Sharky, a friend of Flint's. Together they became the first line-up of the Prodigy.
On 4 March 2019, Keith Flint was found dead at his home in Essex, just weeks after playing six live dates in Australia and New Zealand. On 5 March, the band announced on Twitter that "all forthcoming concerts in 2019 would be canceled, effective immediately".
Following Flint's death, fans began using the Twitter hashtag "Firestarter4Number1" on various social media platforms to get "Firestarter" to top the British singles charts again. This was done out of respect for Keith Flint and to raise awareness of suicide among men.
On 20 August 2019, one day before his 48th birthday, Liam Howlett posted on the band's official Instagram page, saying he is "back in the studio making noise [...] brand new Prodigy tunes are gonna roll", referring to his intention to keep on releasing music under the Prodigy moniker.
Along with the Chemical Brothers and Fatboy Slim, the Prodigy have been credited as pioneers of the big beat genre, which achieved mainstream popularity in the 1990s. The Prodigy, however, is not considered entirely representative of the genre as their production "often reflected the more intelligent edge of trip-hop, and rarely broke into the mindless arena of true big beat" according to AllMusic. The Prodigy are also considered alternative dance, techno, electronica, breakbeat hardcore, and rave.
Liam Howlett cited early electro as a big influence, mentioning tunes like "Clear" by American music group Cybotron and "Al Naafiysh" by Hashim. Liam Howlett also cited The Bomb Squad, Public Enemy, and Rage Against the Machine as influences.
Gun Play feat. Big Noyd
The Prodigy Lyrics
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Get your gunz nigga, we killing 'em
Getting real up in here why'all
What like, is like, is like, is like
How we do it dun
Murder muzik
Big Noyd, Big P
Get your gunz nigga
[Noyd]
Yo, you know who we be
The are-A double P, E-are
Niggaz fuck with this
And they get sent to the E-are
I see why'all flashing, diamond, dancing, shining
Keep your head up
Cause you'll get wet up
Flashing diamonds, dancing, shining
But thugs like me, repping QBC
Is a place when is cold out, niggaz go all out
Make the dogs bark, you know nigga the gunz spark
Drama we into, and bring it to you physical
With four-fives, four nines
Gunz ain't a thang duke
You know what them thangs do
Swing and lay whole crew
There's tension in the air
Better chill when I'm telling you
I know you down from eighty-five live
You ain't scared to die
You getting dough and getting by
Yatti-Yatti-ya
But its real when the H-N-I-see
And the are-A double P
Strap with them G-you-N-Z
[Chorus]
My gunz popping, your gunz pop
We could go out shot for shot
We can do it to the gunz go lock
Bust none stop, why'all niggaz want a gun play
My gunz popping, your gunz pop
We could go out shot for shot
We can do it to the gunz go lock
Bust none stop, oh niggaz want a gun play
[Prodigy]
Really, lets do it here and now
We don't negotiate
We don't settle out, we pull a heavy metal out
We make niggaz shit, make niggaz piss
Niggaz humble when my duns rumble
Go ahead pop your gun
We got those too, this ain't nothin' new
You ain't a threat
Whatcha a gangsta, you a vet
Whatcha you a thug who demand respect
Like I give a shit
Nigga I'll give a clip to your abs
You get torn up fucking with P
You'll get it bad
Its like the same old song
Let nigga front, blow his top off
And I'm not in the wrong
Cause nigga deserve every piece of death they get
Every piece of bullet, every chunk of flesh they lose
You knew the rules, you knew what you was getting into
You touch me, so its mandatory that I hit you
[Chorus]
My gunz popping, your gunz pop
We could go out shot for shot
We can do it to the gunz go lock
Bust none stop, why'all niggaz want a gun play
My gunz popping, your gunz pop
We could go out shot for shot
We can do it to the gunz go lock
Bust none stop, these niggaz want a gun play
[Noyd]
Yo, yo, yo
We ain't shooting doors
We kicking doors down
Bucking your broads
don't let me catch you, eye you up
And then draws, we murder why'all
Criminal minds, pack nines when they rock
Foul way why'all sound
that's how we get down till they rot
If your gunz pop nigga, my gun pop
Do the maths, somebody ass gonn be up in a box
Its not me, no days, no nights
And you, no more rocking your wear
Guccis with your Nikes
[Prodigy]
True, no more fronting like you larger than life
Nigga I'll terminate your days, cancel your nights
It's not a problem, holla at my dawgs
Show you how to work them guns
Fuck a spare clip, we got extra drums
That'll handicap your team
Till why'all bleed all over the street
Whiles I, get the fuck up and outta here quick
And if you're man want to ride, for your bum ass
The shit nigga
[Chorus]
My gunz popping, your gunz pop
We could go out shot for shot
We can do it to the gunz go lock
Bust none stop, why'all niggaz want a gun play
My gunz popping, your gunz pop
We could go out shot for shot
We can do it to the gunz go lock
Bust none stop, these niggaz want a gun play
My gunz popping, your gunz pop
We could go out shot for shot
We can do it to the gunz go lock
Bust none stop, why'all niggaz want a gun play
My gunz popping, your gunz pop
We could go out shot for shot
We can do it to the gunz go lock
Bust none stop, these niggaz don't want no gun play
Nah, faggot ass nigga
Clap 'em down, clap 'em down, clap'em down son
The song "Gun Play" by The Prodigy ft. Big Noyd, is a rap song about gang violence and the use of guns to settle conflicts. The lyrics describe the dangerous lifestyles of these two rappers, who belong to Queensbridge and are prepared to use their guns if necessary. Noyd tells the listener that in Queensbridge, where they come from, people do not shy away from using guns, and it is a way of life. Noyd's lyrics in this song suggest that for him, using guns is the only way to survive in a world where there is no mercy for the weak.
The song's chorus reminds us of the dangers of gun violence and its consequences. The chorus suggests that if these rappers continue to use their guns to settle conflicts, they will eventually be caught in a cycle of violence that will only bring about their demise. Prodigy's lyrics describe the brutal terminality of Queensbridge life, how he is not afraid to use his gun to take anyone out that threatens him, and how he is always prepared to fight with his back against the wall.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, kill 'em, how we do it dun
Let's kill them, this is how we do it.
Get your gunz nigga, we killing 'em
Get your guns, we're going to kill them.
Getting real up in here why'all
Things are getting intense in here.
What like, is like, is like, is like
Not sure, possible filler words or incomplete phrase.
How we do it dun
This is how we do it.
Murder muzik
This is music about murder.
Big Noyd, Big P
Referring to themselves and possibly their involvement in gang activity.
Yo, you know who we be
You know who we are.
The are-A double P, E-are
Referring to their group and their affiliation with it.
Niggaz fuck with this
People mess with us and our music.
And they get sent to the E-are
And they get sent to meet the consequences of their actions.
I see why'all flashing, diamond, dancing, shining
I see you all showing off your expensive jewelry while dancing and being flashy.
Keep your head up
Be alert and stay on guard.
Cause you'll get wet up
Because you'll get shot.
But thugs like me, repping QBC
But people like me, representing Queensbridge, are not to be messed with.
Is a place when is cold out, niggaz go all out
During dark and dangerous times, people in this area will do anything to protect themselves and their interests.
Make the dogs bark, you know nigga the gunz spark
When there is tension, it causes people and dogs to make noise, and guns to be fired.
Drama we into, and bring it to you physical
We are involved in drama, and we will bring it to you physically.
With four-fives, four nines
Referring to two kinds of guns.
Gunz ain't a thang duke
Guns are not a big deal to us.
You know what them thangs do
You know what guns can do.
Swing and lay whole crew
Shoot and kill everyone in the group.
There's tension in the air
There is a feeling of conflict or competition in the atmosphere.
Better chill when I'm telling you
Better calm down when I tell you to.
I know you down from eighty-five live
I know you've been around since the early days of hip-hop.
You ain't scared to die
You are not afraid to die.
You getting dough and getting by
You're making money and getting by in life.
Yatti-Yatti-ya
Possible filler words, has no clear meaning.
But its real when the H-N-I-see
But it's real when H-N-I-C (head nigga in charge) is involved.
Strap with them G-you-N-Z
Armed with guns.
My gunz popping, your gunz pop
My gun is firing, your gun is firing.
We could go out shot for shot
We can exchange gunfire.
We can do it to the gunz go lock
We can continue until the guns run out of bullets.
Bust none stop, why'all niggaz want a gun play
Let's keep shooting, you guys want a gunfight.
Really, lets do it here and now
Let's do it right here and right now.
We don't negotiate
We don't make deals or talk things out.
We don't settle out, we pull a heavy metal out
We don't agree to anything, we pull out our guns.
We make niggaz shit, make niggaz piss
We scare people so much they defecate and urinate.
Niggaz humble when my duns rumble
People are intimidated when we fight.
Go ahead pop your gun
Go ahead and shoot your gun.
We got those too, this ain't nothin' new
We also have guns and it's not a big deal.
You ain't a threat
You are not a danger to us.
Whatcha a gangsta, you a vet
You think you're a gangster, but you're just an experienced person.
Whatcha you a thug who demand respect
You think you're a thug who demands respect.
Like I give a shit
I don't care.
Nigga I'll give a clip to your abs
I'll shoot you in the stomach.
You get torn up fucking with P
You will get hurt if you mess with me, P.
You'll get it bad
You will suffer the consequences.
Its like the same old song
It's like a repetitive cycle of violence.
Let nigga front, blow his top off
If someone acts tough, we'll kill them.
And I'm not in the wrong
I don't think I am doing anything wrong.
Cause nigga deserve every piece of death they get
People who act like tough deserve to die.
Every piece of bullet, every chunk of flesh they lose
They deserve to suffer.
You knew the rules, you knew what you was getting into
You should have known what would happen if you crossed us.
You touch me, so its mandatory that I hit you
If you mess with me, I have to retaliate.
Yo, yo, yo
Refocusing on the theme of violence.
We ain't shooting doors
We're not messing around.
We kicking doors down
We are not passive, we are forceful.
Bucking your broads
We are also targeting women.
don't let me catch you, eye you up
If we see you, we'll give you a warning look.
And then draws, we murder why'all
And then we'll kill you all.
Criminal minds, pack nines when they rock
We have criminal mindsets and carry guns.
Foul way why'all sound
You all sound like you have evil intentions.
that's how we get down till they rot
This is how we settle things, until they die.
If your gunz pop nigga, my gun pop
If you shoot at us, we'll shoot back.
Do the maths, somebody ass gonn be up in a box
Someone is going to die.
Its not me, no days, no nights
It's not going to be me, it doesn't matter when.
And you, no more rocking your wear
You won't be able to wear your expensive clothes anymore.
Guccis with your Nikes
Referring to expensive shoes.
True, no more fronting like you larger than life
You won't be able to act like you're better than everyone else anymore.
Nigga I'll terminate your days, cancel your nights
I'll kill you both day and night.
It's not a problem, holla at my dawgs
I can get my friends to help me kill you.
Show you how to work them guns
We'll teach you a lesson and demonstrate how to use guns.
Fuck a spare clip, we got extra drums
We have extra ammunition and don't need to reload frequently.
That'll handicap your team
That will greatly hinder your group's ability to fight.
Till why'all bleed all over the street
Until you are all wounded and lying on the ground.
Whiles I, get the fuck up and outta here quick
I'll run away quickly and leave you all behind.
And if you're man want to ride, for your bum ass
And if your friends want to defend you, go ahead.
The shit nigga
This is the type of situation we like and are accustomed to.
Bust none stop, these niggaz don't want no gun play
We'll keep shooting, these guys don't really want a gunfight.
Nah, faggot ass nigga
Insulting a man who doesn't want to fight.
Clap 'em down, clap 'em down, clap'em down son
Shoot them down, shoot them down, shoot them down, man.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DANA STINSON, ALBERT JOHNSON, TAJUAN AKEOM PERRY, ALBERT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Thebest-wc3ow
Yeah, kill 'em, how we do it dun
Get your gunz nigga, we killing 'em
Getting real up in here y'all
What like, is like, is like, is like
How we do it dun
Murder muzik
Big Noyd, Big P
Get your gunz nigga
[Noyd]
Yo, you know who we be
The R-A double P, E-R
Niggas fuck with this
And they get sent to the E-R
I see y'all flashing, diamond, dancing, shining
Keep your head up
Cause you'll get wet up
Flashing diamonds, dancing, shining
But thugs like me, repping QBC
Is a place when is cold out, niggas go all out
Make the dogs bark, you know nigga the gunz spark
Drama we into, and bring it to you physical
With four-fives, four nines
Gunz ain't a thang duke
You know what them thangs do
Swing and lay whole crew
There's tension in the air
Better chill when I'm telling you
I know you down from eighty-five live
You ain't scared to die
You getting dough and getting by
Yatti-Yatti-ya
But its real when the H-N-I-C
And the R-A double P
Strap with them G-U-N-Z
[Hook]
My gunz popping, your gunz pop
We could go out shot for shot
We can do it to the gunz go lock
Bust none stop, y'all niggas want a gun play
My gunz popping, your gunz pop
We could go out shot for shot
We can do it to the gunz go lock
Bust none stop, oh niggas want a gun play
[Prodigy]
Really, lets do it here and now
We dont negotiate
We dont settle out, we pull a heavy metal out
We make niggas shit, make niggas piss
Niggas humble when my duns rumble
Go ahead pop your gun
We got those too, this ain't nothin' new
You ain't a threat
Whatcha a gangsta, you a vet
Whatcha you a thug who demand respect
Like I give a shit
Nigga I'll give a clip to your abs
You get torn up fucking with P
You'll get it bad
Its like the same old song
Let nigga front, blow his top off
And I'm not in the wrong
Cause nigga deserve every piece of death they get
Every piece of bullet, every chunk of flesh they lose
You knew the rules, you knew what you was getting into
You touch me, so its mandatory that I hit you
[Hook]
My gunz popping, your gunz pop
We could go out shot for shot
We can do it to the gunz go lock
Bust none stop, y'all niggas want a gun play
My gunz popping, your gunz pop
We could go out shot for shot
We can do it to the gunz go lock
Bust none stop, these niggas want a gun play
[Noyd]
Yo, yo, yo
We ain't shooting doors
We kicking doors down
Bucking your broads
Dont let me catch you, eye you up
And then draws, we murder y'all
Criminal minds, pack nines when they rock
Foul way y'all sound
Thats how we get down till they rot
If your gunz pop nigga, my gun pop
Do the maths, somebody ass gonn be up in a box
Its not me, no days, no nights
And you, no more rocking your wear
Guccis with your Nikes
[Prodigy]
True, no more fronting like you larger than life
Nigga I'll terminate your days, cancel your nights
It's not a problem, holla at my dawgs
Show you how to work them guns
Fuck a spare clip, we got extra drums
That'll handicap your team
Till y'all bleed all over the street
Whiles I, get the fuck up and outta here quick
And if ur man wanna ride, for your bum ass
The shit nigga
[Hook]
My gunz popping, your gunz pop
We could go out shot for shot
We can do it to the gunz go lock
Bust none stop, y'all niggas want a gun play
My gunz popping, your gunz pop
We could go out shot for shot
We can do it to the gunz go lock
Bust none stop, these niggas want a gun play
My gunz popping, your gunz pop
We could go out shot for shot
We can do it to the gunz go lock
Bust none stop, y'all niggas want a gun play
My gunz popping, your gunz pop
We could go out shot for shot
We can do it to the gunz go lock
Bust none stop, these niggas dont want no gun play
Nah, faggot ass nigga
Clap 'em down, clap 'em down, clap'em down son
@brandonantone1
Noyd's verse goes hard.
@juanceja4242
Harder Than Hard...
@Thebest-wc3ow
If my gun pop...
@npc5809
Boys, mega and trag deserved to be the qb stars I mean to be fair Nas and the mobb deserve all their success still, I love wb rappers that's my point
@oldschoolhiphop2275
Prodigy is merciless.
@-sdot83
@@Thebest-wc3ow nigga your guns pop....
@paradiseplayer5103
I love coming to these videos and reading the comments. I be riding round playing this and always dope to see other people that appreciate these uncut gems 💪🏾
@1173walton
Facts my g
@RollTubeDotCom
Man of taste
@karengentile1966
No shit likewise l