In 1995, the Memphis underground rap group, then named "Triple 6 Mafia", released its first official album, Mystic Stylez. It had recorded this album by using the profits from its highly successful underground tape Smoked Out, Loced Out. The members then changed the group's name to "Three 6 Mafia" (or sometimes "3-6 Mafia") and now use the Triple-6 name on the compilations of reissued tracks from their underground tapes. They did this because radio stations supposedly refused to play the songs of a group whose name included a reference to the number 666. There are also rumors that the name was changed because of copyright reasons due to a falling out with others in the Memphis rap scene. The group has had a number of disputes with former allies, namely Playa Fly, Gangsta Blac, and Skinny Pimp. In fact, some say that the group was originally named "Three Six Mafia" (all words spelled out), then switched to "Triple Six" for similar reasons.
On the 1995 single "Live By Yo Rep", the group had accused Cleveland group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony of stealing its style (a mix of quasi-harmonic rapping and blatant references to the occult). The track "All Original" on Bone's Art of War album is thought to be a dis of Three Six (this issue has apparently been settled, however). The problems between the two groups were eventually settled in family court in June 1996.
Eventually, Three 6 Mafia moved towards the "crunk" style of rap - repetitive chanting aimed at hyping a crowd (e.g.— "tear the club up, nigga, tear the club up!"). This direction (exemplified by songs like "Sippin' on Syrup" with Houston rappers UGK) helped them reach number 6 on the Billboard album chart in 2000 with their CD 6661: When the Smoke Clears.
Three 6 has expanded its operations considerably. Its stable of affiliated rappers is called "Hypnotize Minds" or the "Hypnotize Camp Posse" (HCP). Aside from many of the individual members releasing solo albums, they have also released material from "Tear Da Club Up Thugs" (a side project) and "Three Six Mafia Presents: Hypnotize Camp Posse" (a Memphis rap compilation). Unfortunately, Three 6 Mafia has also lost many members. Koopsta Knicca left due to a monetary dispute, while La Chat is currently pursuing a solo career. Gangsta Boo is rumored to have converted to Christianity and is interested in gospel music (which she denies, saying that it's a rumor started by her former label mates). Lord Infamous is likely in prison and very possibly under 24-hour lockdown, although Juicy J has said he's on "vacation." T-Rock has parted ways with Three 6 Mafia, and has publicly dissed the entire clique and accused them of shady business dealings in interviews and on his track "Mr. Big Man." Project Pat recently served time in prison for a parole violation, but was released in July 2005.
In 2003, Three 6 Mafia released the album Da Unbreakables, which features collaborations with Lil' Flip, Pimp C, (from UGK), Lil' Wyte, Frayser Boy, Hank Williams, Jr., and Project Pat. The album produced the hit "Ridin' Spinnerz," which featured Lil' Flip.
In 2005, Three 6 Mafia released their highly anticipated new album “Most Known Unknown.” It was notable that Lord Infamous was missing from this album. The generally accepted reason was that he had been incarcerated; however, Three 6 Mafia claim he is on "holiday.” He has since officially returned to Three 6 Mafia recently. The group is said to be associated with the crip gang. They diss the bloods in many of their lyrics.
Three 6 Mafia has always been known for their controversial and sometimes misunderstood lyrics. For example, in the song "Knock the Black Off Yo Ass", they reference the DC Area Sniper Shootings in multiple lines in the song. "I think they better call Bush, 'cause it's a national disaster, when I unleash my pistol-grip Bushmaster." "You can't hide, you can't run. I'm a sniper, ridin' in a blue Chevy, a trunk full of guns, man you hoes ain't ready."
“Stay Fly” was the first single off of The Most Unknown album. The next single released off of the album was "Poppin’ My Collar," which premiered around mid January 2006.
Their song "Late Nite Tip" is favoured by car audio enthusiasts for its deep, rolling bassline and is a stalwart of testing ones sound system also it is known that they sampled many Willie Hutch songs on their album Most Known Unknown
In January of 2006, Three 6 Mafia made history as they became the first African-American hip-hop act to be nominated for an Academy Award in the category of Best Achievement In Music Written for Motion Pictures (Original Song). The group was nominated for the song It’s Hard Out Here For A Pimp off of the Hustle & Flow soundtrack. The first hip-hop act to actually be nominated for an Academy Award in this category was Eminem in 2002 for the song Lose Yourself off the 8 Mile soundtrack and he also won the award. Three 6 Mafia was credited by their real names in the nomination and not by their group name. Jordan Houston (Juicy J), Cedric Coleman (Crunchy Black), and Paul Beauregard (DJ Paul) were named in the nomination. Terrance Howard, who performed the song in the movie, refuses to perform it at the Academy Awards possibly because it reinforces stereotypes that all black males are pimps.
On March 5, 2006, Three 6 Mafia won the Academy Award they were nominated for, becoming the first African American Hip-Hop group to win an Oscar.
During May Crunchy Black left Three 6 Mafia to go on his own. He is releasing 4 mixtapes and 4 dvds in the near future.
Origin: Memphis, Tennessee
Year Formed: 1991
Half on a Sack
Three 6 Mafia Lyrics
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(Get you drank together 'cause we 'bout to get hi-i-igh)
Half on a sack of some blow
Half on a, half-half on a sack of some blow
Half on a, half-half on a sack of some blow
Half on a, half-half on a sack of some
(Bring that dro and plenty P)
Half on a sack of some blow
Half on a, half-half on a sack of some blow
Half on a, half-half on a sack of some blow
Half on a, half-half on a sack of some
(Bring that dro and plenty P)
Nose all runny, find a snow bunny
Take her to the crib, make her drink cummy
I'm from the hood I ain't never did this
But now I can say that I done done it
Cocaine Blaine that's my dog
I called him up (yeah) to house this slut (yeah)
We gon' fuck her in the back of the bus (yeah)
And fill her nose up full of that dust (yeah)
Three 6 Mafia wild on tour (yeah)
Woopin' these niggas and fuckin' these whores (yeah)
In the bathroom 'bout two whole hours (yeah)
Gettin' real high passed out on the floor (yeah)
Fuck that shit niggas' on the frame (yeah)
Take 'em one-on-one back in the game (yeah)
Back on the street back on the strip (yeah)
Lookin' for a freak to run a train (yeah)
What you boys doin' with that weed
Where you boys goin' with that shit
Beggin' like a little kid
Give a homie a little bit
I ain't no shmo' yeah I smoke
Chiefin' on that endo' dope
Hypnotize better we make chedda'
All the haters hit the road (kill your self)
Half on a sack of some blow
Half on a, half-half on a sack of some blow
Half on a, half-half on a sack of some blow
Half on a, half-half on a sack of some
(Bring that dro and plenty P)
Half on a sack of some blow
Half on a, half-half on a sack of some blow
Half on a, half-half on a sack of some blow
Half on a, half-half on a sack of some
(Bring that dro and plenty P)
My nostrils so stopped up
I can't even smell no weed smoke
The green man he got locked up
So I better make the best out this dro
I sniff (sniff), I choke (choke) I'm really enjoyin' myself
It might seem like I'm sick
But that green man it got me out
I got a couple a chocolate thangs
I got me a couple a white things
I got me a couple a Chinese bitches
Their pussies really side ways
I got a bag zip locked
Filled to the drill with a pound in it
Me and Scarecrow gon' fuck these hoes
Mound that dro and we'll hit it
DJ Paul, that's my dog
We break down wall like King Kong
When any nigga' call my paddy Deron
We smoke some much call us Cheech and Chong
High as a bird, no, like a plane
It got me high, I'm feelin' it, man
Ain't no shame in my game
Give a boy that co-cocaine
Half on a sack of some blow
Half on a, half-half on a sack of some blow
Half on a, half-half on a sack of some blow
Half on a, half-half on a sack of some
(Bring dat dro and plenty P)
Half on a sack of some blow
Half on a, half-half on a sack of some blow
Half on a, half-half on a sack of some blow
Half on a, half-half on a sack of some
(Bring dat dro and plenty P)
The lyrics to Three 6 Mafia's song Half on a Sack is about drug use and the lifestyle that comes with it. The first few lines are about gathering different drugs/alcohol to get high. The phrase "half on a sack of some blow" refers to splitting the cost of a bag of cocaine. The chorus repeats this phrase multiple times, emphasizing the focus on drug use.
The second verse shows the lifestyle that comes with drug use, where the singer finds a girl and takes her home, doing drugs and having sex. They reference another friend, Cocaine Blaine, and how they plan to engage in more drugs with him. The third verse continues to talk about the singer's drug use, with references to different types of drugs and women, and how they are enjoying themselves despite the negative effects on their body.
Overall, the song celebrates the use of drugs and the lifestyle that comes with it, without mentioning or alluding to the negative consequences that come with drug abuse.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey nigga, get your weed, get your blow
Let's get some marijuana and cocaine
Get you drank together 'cause we 'bout to get hi-i-igh
We need some alcohol to go with our drugs
Half on a sack of some blow
Let's split the cost of buying some cocaine
Bring that dro and plenty P
Don't forget to bring the marijuana and pills
Nose all runny, find a snow bunny
Our noses are dripping from snorting cocaine, let's find a white woman
Take her to the crib, make her drink cummy
Let's bring her home and force her to perform oral sex
I'm from the hood I ain't never did this
I'm unfamiliar with this kind of behavior because I come from a poor neighborhood
But now I can say that I done done it
But now I can say that I've experienced it
My nostrils so stopped up, I can't even smell no weed smoke
My nose is clogged from snorting so much cocaine that I can't even smell the marijuana
It might seem like I'm sick
I might look like I'm ill due to the cocaine use
But that green man it got me out
But the drug dealer's marijuana has been helpful in counteracting the negative effects of cocaine
I got a couple a chocolate thangs
I have a couple of Black women with me
I got me a couple a white things
I have a couple of white women with me
I got me a couple a Chinese bitches
I have a couple of Asian women with me
Their pussies really side ways
Their vaginas are angled oddly
We smoke so much call us Cheech and Chong
We smoke a lot of marijuana, like the famous movie duo
Give a boy that co-cocaine
Give me some cocaine
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Darnell Carlton, Jordan Houston, Paul D. Beauregard
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@SeaborneDrop
This is nothing but satanic programming and nonsense
Just simply look at the name, three 6 mafia, three 6 aka three sixes = 666, look at the guy doing the baphomet or goat horns hand sign on the cover, that’s what that hand sign is, not rock on or a gang sign or whatever else. The placement on the finger of the sign doesnt matter, its all referencing the horns of a goat, There’s tons of presidents doing that exact same sign, are they apart of a gang too?
Why do u think the word “goat” is being heavily promoted right now, well in the bible sheeps = followers of christ and the goats= followers of satan basically, its all symbolic
Have u ever wondered why children are called “kids”… a baby goat is called a kid, not a human, they want you to be evil
his right eye is also darkened which is a reference to the antichrist in the bible, its mockery to a bible verse, these people are evil and only want people to do evil in this world instead of good, listen to the lyrics and what they promote.., you agree with this?
@onceuponintatooine
Come on, admit it. The penguins brought you here.
@BrandonDuncan-rc2st
😂😂
@othelliusmaximus
I knew before then but yeah it sent me back
@woods9290
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@crusty5525
nope
@sypherdadude
Facts. I came here immediately
@BrattieMena
My sister would pick me up from school bumpin this shittt loud af. We would sing it out the window 🤣 I miss her so much. Hope you're resting easy, Sissy. I love you forever.
@yourfavorite2288
https://youtu.be/iJvqVU8Iab8
@yessir8280
Hey man I’m sorry for your loss keep your head up never forget all the happiness they brought to this world
@EmpressRakeda
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