UGK, from Port Arthur, TX, the neighboring city to Beaumont, TX, released their debut EP The Southern Way in 1992. It was distributed by local record label Bigtyme Recordz and only available as an audio cassette. They quickly caught the attention of Jive Records, and were signed to a five album record contract. Their major label debut album Too Hard to Swallow was released later that same year, on November 10. While it featured several new recordings, it also featured several songs that had been culled from The Southern Way. However, several songs that had been intended to be included on the album were excised at the last minute, apparently due to their overly explicit content. Five of these songs would surface two months before Too Hard to Swallow’s release, on an EP distributed by Bigtyme Recordz; appropriately enough, the EP was titled Banned.
Their sophomore album Super Tight… was released two years later, on August 30. Unlike their previous effort, it managed to break into the Billboard Hot 200, but ultimately peaked at a disappointing #95. Two more years passed before the release of their third album, Ridin’ Dirty. It performed better than either of its predecessors, and almost broke into the Hot 200’s top-ten, before stopping short at #15. Ridin’ Dirty would also be UGK’s last album for the time being, as they went on a five year hiatus not long afterward.
In the interim, UGK made a high-profile guest appearance on Jay-Z’s 2000 smash hit “Big Pimpin” and also appeared on Three 6 Mafia’s hit “Sippin’ on Some Sizzurp” later the very same year. Both of these collaborations greatly increased their reputation, and helped fuel anticipation for their next project. Unfortunately, Jive failed to capitalize on this new-found interest in the duo, as their sixth album, 2001’s Dirty Money, came and went with little or no fanfare.
Further problems arose in 2002, when Pimp C was incarcerated for an aggravated gun assault charge on January 28. Throughout the time of his incarceration, Bun B carried on the UGK name by making numerous guest appearances on songs by other artists, with every appearance either mentioning Pimp C or featuring a “Free Pimp C!” or “Free the Pimp” chant. Many of UGK’s peers did the same, and mentioned Pimp C in their own songs with or without Bun B. During this period, Jive released a Best of UGK album, as well as a Chopped & Screwed remix album.
As a result of Pimp C’s incarceration, both members of UGK began solo careers out of necessity. Rap-A-Lot Records released Pimp C’s solo debut, Sweet James Jones Stories, on March 1, 2005. Bun B later released his own solo foray, Trill, on October 18, 2005. It opened at #6 on the Billboard Hot 200, and also peaked at #1 on Billboard’s Top R&B/Hip-hop Album chart. It was quickly certified gold by the RIAA.
On December 30, 2005, Pimp C was released from prison and was scheduled to be on parole until December 2009. He released his first post-incarceration album, titled Pimpalation, on July 25, 2006.
UGK released Underground Kingz, their 7th studio album in August 2007. The two-disc, 26-track album hit #1 on the Billboard charts after selling 157,000 copies in its first week, strongly supported by the hit single Int’l Players Anthem (I Choose You). The single featured OutKast, and used a beat created by Three 6 Mafia’s DJ Paul and Juicy J, which was originally used in a song by Project Pat.
On December 4th, 2007, Pimp C was found dead at age 33 in his room at Hollywood’s La Mondrian hotel in Los Angeles, California, where he had been playing shows with Too $hort. According to the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office Pimp C died from accidental overdose of Promethazine/Codeine “syrup” combined with a preexisting medical condition known as sleep apnea, which causes a person to stop breathing during sleep. He was buried on December 11th, 2007 in his hometown of Port Arthur, TX.
Stop-N-Go
UGK Lyrics
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(Chorus: Jazze Pha)
We be pullin up in the hot shit and thats cuz we the stars of the show
Now if you gettin money and got whips just pull up on your stop an go's
This is the way we stop and go, don't block my way, we stop the show
(Bun B:)
Make way! Big Dick Chaney is bout to enter
king committees in session but first on the agenda
Bend the corner on them fours lac turnin on them vouges
1 time for the haters, 2 times for the hoes
I suppose its only right for me to grip up on the cherry, oak wood wheel while im drippin cranberry
and very few have acomplished what we have acheived without a rabbit out of a hat or a trick up his sleeve
I got a steady hand and a steady flow so, on your mark get set, ready go, you already know.........
(Chorus: Jazze Pha)
We be pullin up in the hot shit and thats cuz we the stars of the show
Now if you gettin money and got whips just pull up on your stop an go's
This is the way we stop and go, don't block my way, we stop the show
(Pimp C:)
Swishers and dank and pourin up big drank
100 thousand dollars in my grown set link
I got 2 on thats 200, you gone go crazy nigga tryna count my money
I came from the bottom they hate me like im asadam
198 in a spur house in nevada (vada vada)
Vegas nigga got my paper pimpin thru cerwin vegas nigga
Let me show you how we keep the parkin lot on fire,
full kit on my shit 26 inch tiiiiiiiiiiiiires!
Yokohamas an the wheel still wood,
keep a bad yellow bitch cuz my dick feel good
when you see us in the hood nigga...
(Chorus: Jazze Pha)
We be pullin up in the hot shit and thats cuz we the stars of the show
Now if you gettin money and got whips just pull up on your stop an go's
This is the way we stop and go, don't block my way, we stop the show
(Jazze Pha:)
Dope Man!! Ya and the dro in the drought
pull up at the spot with the brains blowed out
Wheels cost a whip, whip cost a house
UGK and Jazze Pha show up and show out
She wanna chill with the crew
kick it in the crib on the hill with the view
You know you wanna holla what it is? what it do?
She love me for my old school drops an my cool
cuz my shit be the truth whoa!
The wheels never pause counterclock wise when i skirrrrrr
on'em all.
and when she fall thru an see the plaques on the wall
she'll prolly call a couple friends!
shit call'em all, down come the draws
(Chorus: Jazze Pha)
We be pullin up in the hot shit and thats cuz we the stars of the show
Now if you gettin money and got whips just pull up on your stop an go's
This is the way we stop and go, don't block my way, we stop the show
"Stop-N-Go" is a rap song by UGK featuring Jazze Pha, released in 2002 as a single. The song talks about UGK's life of luxury and fame, from their diamond-studded grills to their lavish cars. The catchy hook by Jazze Pha, "We be pullin up in the hot shit and that's 'cause we the stars of the show," reinforces the theme of the song. The first verse by Bun B establishes his legendary status as the "president of the south" with "diamond teeth in his mouth," followed by Pimp C's boastful verse about his expensive possessions and his prowess with women. The final verse by Jazze Pha brings in the perspective of someone admiring UGK's wealth and influence, envisioning their life of fame and fortune.
The lyrics of "Stop-N-Go" convey a sense of aspirational luxury and success that is common in rap music. UGK raps about their success, their cars, and their women, projecting an image of wealth and power. However, the song also has a self-assured tone that suggests that UGK have earned their place at the top through hard work and skill. The verses by Bun B and Pimp C show that they are not merely flaunting their wealth but have achieved it through their talents as rappers, producers, and businessmen. The chorus by Jazze Pha reinforces this image of success and power, portraying UGK as the undisputed stars of the show.
Line by Line Meaning
We be pullin up in the hot shit and thats cuz we the stars of the show
We arrive in the finest cars because we are the main attractions.
Now if you gettin money and got whips just pull up on your stop an go's
If you have the funds and the cars, just come and stop by for a moment to see us.
This is the way we stop and go, don't block my way, we stop the show
We have a specific way we come and leave, please don't get in our way or try to stop us.
Please rise for the president of the south and all hale to the cheif with them diamond teeth in his mouth
Stand up for the leader of the southern rap culture who has diamonds in his teeth.
Make way! Big Dick Chaney is bout to enter
Clear the path! A famous and powerful person is about to arrive.
king committees in session but first on the agenda
We have important business to attend to, but there's something else that we need to talk about first.
Bend the corner on them fours lac turnin on them vouges
We turn the corner in our expensive luxury cars with uniquely designed wheels.
1 time for the haters, 2 times for the hoes
We acknowledge the presence of the haters and the women who are interested in us.
I suppose its only right for me to grip up on the cherry, oak wood wheel while im drippin cranberry
It's only fitting for me to hold onto the stylish cherry red and oak wood steering wheel while I sip on a cranberry drink.
and very few have acomplished what we have acheived without a rabbit out of a hat or a trick up his sleeve
Very few people have achieved what we have without any deceitful tactics.
I got a steady hand and a steady flow so, on your mark get set, ready go, you already know.........
I have a confident grip on the steering wheel and a skillful rap style, so let's get started because you already know what to expect.
Swishers and dank and pourin up big drank
We smoke cigars and marijuana while drinking large amounts of alcohol.
100 thousand dollars in my grown set link
I have one hundred thousand dollars around my neck in the form of a chain.
I got 2 on thats 200, you gone go crazy nigga tryna count my money
I have two chains, totaling two hundred thousand dollars, and if you try to count my money, you will go insane.
I came from the bottom they hate me like im asadam
I came from a difficult situation and people dislike me with the same ferocity as they did towards the biblical figure Asadom.
198 in a spur house in nevada (vada vada)
I once lived in a house owned by a loan company in Nevada with the street number 198.
Vegas nigga got my paper pimpin thru cerwin vegas nigga
A guy from Vegas has my money and I'm promoting my gangster lifestyle through my expensive Cerwin Vegas speakers.
Let me show you how we keep the parkin lot on fire, full kit on my shit 26 inch tiiiiiiiiiiiiires!
I'll show you how we keep the parking lot exciting with my fully equipped car with 26 inch tires.
Yokohamas an the wheel still wood, keep a bad yellow bitch cuz my dick feel good
I have Yokohama brand tires and a wooden steering wheel, and I keep a pretty woman around because I'm good in bed.
when you see us in the hood nigga...
When you see us in the neighborhood, just know...
Dope Man!! Ya and the dro in the drought
I'm the drug dealer and I have the marijuana during a shortage.
pull up at the spot with the brains blowed out
I arrive at a location while high on drugs.
Wheels cost a whip, whip cost a house
The wheels on my car are more expensive than the car itself, which is also worth more than a house.
UGK and Jazze Pha show up and show out
UGK and Jazze Pha arrive and impress everyone with their presence.
She wanna chill with the crew
She wants to hang out with us.
kick it in the crib on the hill with the view
She wants to relax in our luxurious mansion on the hill with a beautiful view.
You know you wanna holla what it is? what it do?
You know you want to say something to us, so what's on your mind?
She love me for my old school drops an my cool
She admires my classic cars and my laid-back attitude.
cuz my shit be the truth whoa!
She's attracted to me because I speak the truth.
The wheels never pause counterclock wise when i skirrrrrr on'em all.
The wheels never stop spinning counterclockwise when I drive, creating a screeching sound.
and when she fall thru an see the plaques on the wall
And when she comes over and sees my achievements hanging on the wall...
she'll prolly call a couple friends!
She'll probably call some of her friends over too!
shit call'em all, down come the draws
Call all of them, and they'll be so excited that they'll take off their clothes.
Contributed by Julian L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@juicyjames16
My momma loved this song. Had it as her ring tone back in like 07 or 08. Rip Mommy, I miss you. You put me on to some real music
@tamickamurray3756
2022 and I still love this song
@jkroemer2685
Same here!
@icemiike713
Already ‼️ 1 time fa ya mind‼️
@ALIENDNA14
I'm from California -- but it's Texas all day and UGK for Life. RIP Pimp C.
@Skatin24z2
"Imma Show u how we keep tha parking lot on fire, Wood kit in my shit...26" Tiresss!!" Thatz tha truth!!
@kevinrivera6030
2020 still banging 💯🔥👌
@bigcushon
4real... good memories and still good !
@leianeharmon1967
Rest in pimp c gone never forgotten UGK for life.
@SmoothCrmnl80
Listening to this while stuck in traffic