Though his appearances on mixtapes announced his return on the street level, it was not until the release of "So Seductive" that his return received wide recognition. In August, Tony Yayo released his debut, Thoughts of a Predicate Felon
Tony Yayo has confirmed that work is in progress for his second studio album.The album was originally called Godfather of the Ghetto, then I Am 50's Tax Write-off, finally leaving Tony Yayo undecided on a title.
Tony Yayo is known to involve himself in the G-Unit and The Game feud. He has been known to denounce The Game's street credibility in various interviews and diss songs. On his mixtape G-Unit Radio Pt.23: Finally Off Papers, Tony Yayo made some hits towards The Game in the track Mo Money, Mo Problems by poking fun about his album sales being considerably less without the help of 50 Cent or G-Unit. In an interview with MTV, Tony Yayo aired his feeling towards many rappers who he "doesn’t believe".
Tony Yayo openly involves himself in 50 Cent's Feuds. The most recent example of this would be the 50 Cent vs Cam'ron Feud. Although he hasn’t released a direct diss track towards Cam’ron, he has voiced his opinion through interviews.
This feud took off when Tony Yayo yelled "boring" instead of "balling" (a reference to "We Fly High") backstage at a show where both G-Unit and Dipset were performing.
Tony Yayo took a shot at Jim Jones on Shade 45, claiming that Jim Jones was trash, and that he was disrespecting Haitians.Tony Yayo stated that Jim Jones tried to phone him, but Tony Yayo refused to take the call.
Tony Yayo later addressed Jim Jones on his mixtape Finally Off Papers (G-Unit Radio Pt. 23) on the track "Mo Money, Mo Problems". He yells "Boring!" in the background to mock Jim Jones as well as shouting other insults towards him at the end of the track.
Tony Yayo and Jim Jones have settled their feud[when?] and have even performed together. They also both appeared on BET's "Rap City" which 50 Cent was hosting
Along with 50 Cent, Yayo was arrested on December 31, 2002 for weapons possession. When police discovered that Yayo had an outstanding warrant for a previous such charge, Yayo was sentenced for bail jumping and spent all of 2003 in prison.Yayo served time in the Lakeview Shock Incarceration Correctional Facility and was paroled on January 8, 2004. The next day, he was arrested for possessing a forged passport and served time in federal prison until May 25, 2004. When Yayo was incarcerated, G-Unit began a campaign called "Free Yayo".
On March 24, 2007, Tony Yayo was arrested for allegedly assaulting the 14 year-old son of The Game's manager, Jimmy "Henchmen" Rosemond. Tony Yayo and 50 Cent were accused of approaching the child, with members of their entourage, and pushing him against a nearby wall. This was when Tony Yayo reportedly slapped the boy several times and said "Fuck Czar Entertainment". Tony Yayo has pleaded "not guilty" and 50 Cent has since proven his innocence with video footage showing him at his Connecticut mansion at the time of the alleged incident.
Tony Yayo made his first court appearance on the morning of April 25, 2007 in New York. The case was adjourned to July 24. Tony Yayo's Lawyer has expressed his belief that Yayo is innocent and commented on the situation in an interview with MTV.
After a thorough investigation, I steadfastly and adamantly state to you that Tony Yayo did not slap anyone," Leemon said. "I am hopeful that when [authorities] complete their investigation, they will come to the same conclusion. Yayo, as a father, understands the allegations and would never do anything to harm a child.
On April 18, 2007, the house of Tony Yayo’s mother was "sprayed with bullets". The attack is believed to be in connection with Tony Yayo’s recent arrest.
On July 24, Tony Yayo attended a court hearing regarding his alleged assault. The prosecution offered him a nine-month prison sentence if he pleaded guilty which he rejected.
One of the men from Tony Yayo's entourage, a co-defendant, admitted that it was him, not Yayo who slapped Rosemond, on January 10, 2008.
Welcome to the Jungle
Tony Yayo Lyrics
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Don't get murdered on the humble
Welcome to the jungle, nigga
New York City
It's the talk of New York, Tony Yayo
I'm gettin' back on the spaz shit
Niggas all in my face asking me for some money
They be like, "He actin' funny"
You wanna rain on my parade
But cloudy are turning sunny
You only heard in the hood, and that's not good
I'm heard across the country
Nigga land on the helipad, rims on the new Jag'
Lil' nigga, stop, you got holes in your du-rag
I'm gettin' brick money just to walk through the club
Why your face screwed up? You tryna walk like a thug
I'm in that five-thirty I-X B-M wagon
Oral sex through my sweats now you're B-M braggin'
My A-N-T saggin' they cost two-thirty
When I ride through the P's the V is two-thirty
My wrist is too clean, my hat to the side
My strap in my ride, I don't swallow my pride
There's wolves in the jungle, there's sheep in the jungle
The price of a life is real cheap in the jungle
The world's ready for my wide range discussion
Terror 5 can't hide time for the touchin'
I'm all about stuntin', I'm all about frontin'
I can blow fifty grand, my man, it ain't nothin'
When I run up on ya' car, what ya gonna do?
I got body parts in the crib like Saw 2
Before you see me, I saw you
This is usual, I got the dance drop on you
I'll get you lined up, O-G your time's up
Big bully money get you dummies tied up
You sweet like a buttercup, tryna act tough
You know you ain't gutter boy you ain't gon' bust
In Tony Yayo's song Welcome to the Jungle, he talks about the gritty nature of New York City, where he is constantly approached by people asking for money. He refuses, and they then accuse him of acting funny. Yayo claims that people want to rain on his parade, but he can turn the cloudy days into sunny ones. He is known not only in the hood, but across the country, and he doesn't let his success get in the way of his pride.
He boasts about his luxurious lifestyle, driving a Jaguar and making money simply by walking through the club. He declares that he won't swallow his pride and that there are wolves in the jungle, while the price of life is cheap in the concrete jungle of NYC. Yayo makes it clear that he is all about stuntin' and frontin', and that he has no problem spending fifty grand just because he can. He confesses that he has the drop on his enemies, and before they see him, he has already seen them.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah
Acknowledging the situation and ready to begin.
Don't get murdered on the humble
Be careful and aware of your surroundings.
Welcome to the jungle, nigga
This city is hard and dangerous.
New York City
The city where anything can happen.
It's the talk of New York, Tony Yayo
People are talking about me and my success.
I'm gettin' back on the spaz shit
I'm going back to my rough, unpredictable behavior.
Niggas all in my face asking me for some money
People are constantly asking me for money.
When I say no, no, no no
I'm not giving them a penny.
They be like, 'he acting funny'
They think I'm acting strange because I won't give them money.
You wanna rain on my parade
You want to bring me down and ruin my success.
But cloudy are turning sunny
I'm continuing to succeed despite your negativity.
You only heard in the hood, and that's not good
Your success is only known in your own neighborhood.
I'm heard across the country
My success is widespread and known throughout the country.
Nigga land on the helipad, rims on the new Jag'
Arriving in a helicopter with brand new rims on my Jaguar.
Lil' nigga, stop, you got holes in your du-rag
Stop trying to act tough when you can't even afford a new du-rag.
I'm gettin' brick money just to walk through the club
I'm making enough money just by being seen in clubs.
Why your face screwed up? You tryna walk like a thug
Why are you mad? Are you trying to act tough like me?
I'm in that five-thirty I-X B-M wagon
I'm driving a luxurious 530i BMW wagon.
Oral sex through my sweats now you're B-M braggin'
Even boasting about receiving oral sex from me.
My A-N-T saggin' they cost two-thirty
My pants are sagging, and they cost $230.
When I ride through the P's the V is two-thirty
When I drive through the projects, the car is also worth $230.
My wrist is too clean, my hat to the side
I'm clean and stylish, wearing a sideways hat.
My strap in my ride, I don't swallow my pride
I always carry a gun, and I never back down from a fight.
There's wolves in the jungle, there's sheep in the jungle
There are both predators and prey in this city.
The price of a life is real cheap in the jungle
People are easily killed and their lives are not valued.
The world's ready for my wide range discussion
I have a lot to say, and the world is ready to hear it.
Terror 5 can't hide time for the touchin'
Even the police can't stop me from doing what I want.
I'm all about stuntin', I'm all about frontin'
I'm all about showing off and acting like a big shot.
I can blow fifty grand, my man, it ain't nothin'
I can easily spend $50,000 without batting an eye.
When I run up on ya' car, what ya gonna do?
What are you going to do when I confront you in your car?
I got body parts in the crib like Saw 2
I have evidence of violence in my home, like the movie Saw 2.
Before you see me, I saw you
I'm always watching and anticipating your moves.
This is usual, I got the dance drop on you
This is how I normally operate, I already know what you're going to do.
I'll get you lined up, O-G your time's up
I'll set you up for your own downfall, your time is running out.
Big bully money get you dummies tied up
I have a lot of money and can easily manipulate and control others.
You sweet like a buttercup, tryna act tough
You're soft and weak, trying to act like a tough guy.
You know you ain't gutter boy you ain't gon' bust
You know you're not from the streets and you won't hurt anyone.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Marvin Bernard
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