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
Roll With It
Three 6 Mafia Lyrics
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Juice got weed, Juice got pills
Juice got the work on the corner cuttin' deals
Juice know you haters out there snitchin' ain't for real
So Juice got some game niggas down for the kill
Juice know the feds got surveillance on the field
We never had a job but we sittin' on a mill'
We never wrote a check, just them big face bills
A playa drinkin' Makers, Marker, cranberry vodka
Wearin' a mink coat that's furry as Chewbacca
I saw ya main gal and a playa had to stop her
Her name wasn't Silkk but her face was The Shocker
The feds takin pictures of us ballin' but I got 'em
A seven footer hole for his body we gon' drop 'em
We always on the grind, we be watchin when they watchin'
And when they turn they back it's the clucka-clucka-rock 'em yeah
If you boys got beef we can (roll wit' it)
In the club or the street we can (go wit' it)
It don't make me none (blow for blow wit' it)
Crack his head wit' a gun (I'm fo'sho split it)
If you boys got beef we can (roll wit' it)
In the club or the street we can (go wit' it)
It don't make me none (blow for blow wit' it)
Crack his head wit' a gun (I'm fo'sho split it)
We got them tones in the club and them bulletproof vests
Them 357 titanium Smith and Wess'
And plus we deep as hell and prepared to bust
You gonna have hell if you fuck wit' us and that's what's up
The whole club we maintain
These Hydra-Shok bullets mushroom in your brain
We in bed with the med, we give 'em somethin' to do
'Cause clown ass niggas love to act a fool
My hood is real nigga, my hood ain't fake
My hood is home nigga, everythang straight
My hood will rob you with masks on they face
My hood will do it to put food on their plate
My hood ain't tame dog, they wanna jump fool
My hood, they hang together they all jump you
And if you don't believe me, then come to my hood
And you will see that it ain't all good
If you boys got beef we can (roll wit' it)
In the club or the street we can (go wit' it)
It don't make me none (blow for blow wit' it)
Crack his head wit' a gun (I'm fo'sho split it)
If you boys got beef we can (roll wit' it)
In the club or the street we can (go wit' it)
It don't make me none (blow for blow wit' it)
Crack his head wit' a gun (I'm fo'sho split it)
In Three 6 Mafia's "Roll With It," the rappers boast about their illegal activities such as selling drugs and carrying weapons. Juicy J's verse, in particular, is braggadocious and highlights how successful they are despite not having a legitimate job. The lyrics suggest that they are aware of being monitored by the authorities but are still able to function without getting caught. The chorus, sung by Project Pat, reinforces the notion of violence being necessary when someone messes with them. Throughout the song, there is a sense of rebelliousness and a disregard for the law.
The lyrics are a reflection of the culture that the rappers grew up in and the harsh realities of living in poverty-stricken neighborhoods. The glorification of criminal behavior is a common theme in rap music, and Three 6 Mafia is no exception. However, the song also sheds light on the violence and danger that comes with living in such neighborhoods. The lyrics also reinforce the idea of loyalty among friends and the importance of sticking together in tough situations.
Line by Line Meaning
Let me chirp these fools
Allow me to make a call to these people who are not very intelligent.
Juice got weed Juice got pills
I have marijuana and drugs that can get you high.
Juice got the work on the corner cuttin deals
I have my products on the street making trades with customers on the block.
Juice know you haters out there snitchin ain't for real
I am aware that those grumbling outsiders are snitching, but they are not serious about it.
So Juice got some game niggaz down for the kill
I am powerful and have people who can do harm if necessary.
Juice know the feds got surveillance on the field
I know that my activities are being monitored by the authorities.
We never had a job but we sittin on a mill
We are rich, although we have never had a legitimate job.
We ball out in the club wit our niggaz stayin trill
We have a good time in the club with our trusted friends.
We never wrote a check just them big face bills
We don't use checks, just large bills.
A playa drinkin Makers, Marker, cranberry vodka
I'm a player, drinking top-shelf liquor.
Wearin a mink coat thats furry as Chewbacca
I wear a mink coat that is as furry as Chewbacca's.
I saw ya main gal and a playa had to stop her
I saw your girlfriend and I had to talk to her.
Her name was the Silkk but her face was The Shocker
She introduced herself as Silkk, but her looks were stunning.
The feds takin pictures of us ballin but I got 'em
The authorities are taking pictures of us enjoying life, but I know about it.
A 7 footer hole for his body we gon drop 'em
We are going to kill someone seven feet tall and leave him in a grave.
We always on the grind we be watchin when they watchin
We always work hard, and we are aware of others keeping an eye on us.
And when they turn they back its the clucka-clucka-rock 'em yeah!
As soon as they aren't looking, we'll pull out our guns and shoot them.
If you boys got beef we can (roll wit it)
If you have an issue, we can face it head-on.
In the club or the street we can (go wit it)
We are prepared to handle problems whether in the club or on the street.
It don't make me none (blow for blow wit it}
It does not bother me to retaliate with violence.
Crack his head wit a gun (I'ma sho split it)
I will shoot someone in the head and split it in two.
We got them tones in the club and them bulletproof vests
We carry our guns and wear bulletproof vests while in the club.
Them three fifty seven titanium Smith-N-Wess
We have .357 caliber Smith & Wesson titanium guns.
And plus we deep as hell and prepared to bust
We have a large group and are ready to shoot.
You gonna have hell if you fuck wit us and thats whats up
You will be in serious trouble if you mess with us, and that's a fact.
The whole club we maintain
We control the entire club.
These hydrashock bullets mushroom in ya brain
Our bullets will expand and create a mushroom shape in your brain.
We in bed with the med we give 'em somethin to do
We are connected with the medical profession and provide them with business (injury cases).
Cuz clown ass niggaz love to act a fool
Because ridiculous people like to act foolish.
My hood is real nigga my hood ain't fake
My neighborhood is authentic and not counterfeit.
My hood is home nigga everythang straight
My neighborhood is my home, and everything is in order.
My hood will rob you with mask on they face
People from my neighborhood will rob you with a mask covering their faces.
My hood will do it to put food on they plate
They will do it to get food on their table.
My hood they wanna jump fool
People in my neighborhood want to attack you.
My hood they hang together they all jump you
People in my neighborhood stick together and will all attack you.
And if you don't believe me then come to my hood
If you are skeptical, visit my neighborhood.
And you will see that it ain't all good
You will see that things are not great in my neighborhood.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Darnell Carlton, Jordan Houston, Patrick Houston, Paul D. Beauregard
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@JakeKoenig
Even a Project Pat hook instantly elevates any Three 6 song to another level.
@rickgodsey4786
"Juice got weed,..." from the 1st bar it's an instantaneous classic
@missme9802
Yasss!💯
@gamebred5662
Naah the leme chirp these fools!
@alphonsosaunders5469
And the beat slaps
@danielgresham5082
From the VERY FIRST TONE
@derrickwilliams5910
Yes sir that 1st line wuz what made me love dis song
@cedrictrench8089
One of the best 3 6 songs imo. Juicy started this shit off right with that verse. Let me chirp these fools.
@user-nw8in6xp1s
yessssirrrrrrrrr
@Ayplus
Whole album is unskippable.