Paz was born in Sicily, Italy, where he lived for a short time before moving with his family to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is of Sicilian/Italian heritage. He has both Italian and American citizenship. Paz originally started rapping with fellow Jedi Mind Tricks member Stoupe in his basement.
In 1996, Paz released the Amber Probe EP. This was the debut EP from the duo and it was released in 1996. It featured guest appearance from The Lost Children of Babylon. It was in 1997, Jedi Mind Tricks released their debut album; The Psycho-Social, Chemical, Biological & Electro-Magnetic Manipulation of Human Consciousness (often abbreviated as The Psycho-Social CD). The group only consisted of Paz and Stoupe the Enemy of Mankind at this time and featured Apathy, Jus Allah, and Black Thought.
He released his first solo album, Season of the Assassin in 2010. This was 18 years after Paz had originally started rapping. He released his second album God of the Serengeti in October 2012. In 2013, Paz confirmed that he was working with Army of the Pharaohs to release In Death Reborn, which was released in 2014. October 22, 2013 marked the release date of his second EP, Carry On Tradition. Paz's third solo LP, The Cornerstone of the Corner Store, was released on October 28, 2016. He released his fourth solo album, The Pain Collector, in September 2018. Subsequently, his newest solo album titled As Above so Below was released in February, 2020.
Paz owns an independent record label, Enemy Soil.
Paz is known for his raw and gritty lyrical delivery. His lyrics frequently contain references to religion, war, politics, mythology, conspiracy theories, and the paranormal. His more recent albums such as Servants in Heaven, Kings in Hell show a more obvious approach to politics and world issues. This gritty style of Paz became apparent with the release of Violent by Design, and has become progressively more defined since its release.
Raised Catholic, Paz is now a Muslim, which plays a major role in much of his lyrics, often controversially, as on "Heavenly Divine", where he rapped "I'm with Allah 'cause he chose me, I broke into the Vatican, strangled The Pope with his rosary." Paz is also a heavy metal fan, and occasionally uses song titles and band names in JMT tracks and lyrics.
Paz has a number of aliases, such as: "Ikon the Verbal Hologram", "Louie Doggs", "Boxcutter Pazzy", "Pack Pistol Pazzy", "Hologram", "Paz", "Vinnie P", "The Pazmanian Devil", Odrama Vin Laden", "Ikon the Python", and "Pazienza".
Drag You To Hell
Vinnie Paz Lyrics
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I’m taking my own life, I might as well
Guess where I’m going cause the Devil’s inside
I’m taking my own life, that’s where I’m going
Except they might not sell weed in Hell
[Verse 1]
See I always have respect cause I always talk fact
I always left with nothing but I always brought back
I always been a hustler, I probably go off that
Y’all don’t wanna go to work with the boy
There’s only two words that describe me: search and destroy
I don’t think you wanna get murked by the boy
My shit is military, y’alls is like a nursery toy
It’s hurting you boys
My team ain’t even hungry, we famished
I murder everybody, fuck collateral damage
I’m animal savage with Hannibal’s habits
I’ll mangle your cabbage
I walked into the parish and I strangled the faggots
I hang with the baddest brothers, put their trust into Jesus
Run with brothers who’s forty guzzlers, Islamic extremists
Ugly and ignorant is how they perceive us
I don’t care, I’m trying to deal with my personal demons
[Chorus x 2]
[Verse 2]
Y’all don’t wanna go that route
Broke motherfucker need to throw his throwback out
If you see me drinking something good I stole that stout
If you see me drinking in the hood then roll back out
On the real I don’t want no one to bother me, cousin
Rapping just a little fucking bit of part of me, cousin
I’m just trying to have a drink at the bar with my cousin
I ain’t mean to be rude, god, pardon me cousin
I stay strapped lord, gun in the tuck
Young boys act wild lord funny as fuck
I scrap southpaw sonning you fucks
Look at you lord on the floor bummy as fuck, what?
My life been defined by death
So I guess if everybody dead mine is next
My father dropped a jewel on me, time forgets
It’s not as easily the mind forgets
Y’all know what I mean?
[Chorus x 2]
[Verse 3]
Drag you to Hell, I’m evil dead, you can call me Sam Raimi
These motherfuckers want a verse but they can’t pay me
Fuck a funeral home, put em in the sand maybe
Y’all are acting like you’re big, like you’re mad gravy
Y’all don’t wanna beef with the god
Don’t have the brain power to compete with the god
Y’all should retreat from the god before you get turned to meat
Something to eat for the god, peace to the gods
I carry heavy shit, big guns, John Rambo
I’mma spot Russia like Pakistani commandos
How you go to war when you’re standing in sandals?
Now you’re dead and your family handling candles
Don’t even call for a truce, I’m about to end this
Whole motherfucker when I call for the troops
Reservoir dog walk with the troops
And I burn this motherfucker down to the ground down to its roots
[Chorus x 2]
The lyrics of "Drag You To Hell" by Vinnie Paz revolve around the themes of violence, death, and personal demons. The chorus reveals the main character's suicidal tendencies and his belief that he is destined for Hell due to his violent nature. The verses speak of the singer's past experiences as a hustler and his association with dangerous individuals. The song is reminiscent of action movies, with references to guns, military tactics, and even Reservoir Dogs.
In the first verse, the singer boasts about his capabilities and reputation as a merciless killer. He claims to have left many people dead and that he is not afraid of collateral damage. He also reveals his struggle with personal demons and his association with other dangerous individuals who put their trust in religion and guns. In the second verse, he talks about his desire for solitude and his inclination towards violence, declaring his readiness to fight anyone who crosses his path. He also reveals his contemplation of death and the influence of his father's words of wisdom on him. In the third verse, he declares his dominance over his enemies and his willingness to go to war with anyone who poses a threat. He also references classic action movies and shows his admiration for violent heroes.
Overall, the song's lyrics suggest that the singer is a person who revels in violence and death and who sees his fate as that of a soul destined for Hell. The song speaks to the darker side of human nature and the consequences of leading a violent life.
Line by Line Meaning
I’m taking my own life, I might as well
I am ready to die, so why not go to hell?
Guess where I’m going cause the Devil’s inside
I am going to hell because I have been consumed by evil.
I’m taking my own life, that’s where I’m going
I am choosing to end my life and accept my fate in hell.
Except they might not sell weed in Hell
The only thing I worry about is that I won't be able to smoke weed in hell.
See I always have respect cause I always talk fact
I am respected because I always speak the truth.
The .38 and the 50 caliber hot, black
I carry powerful guns for protection and to intimidate others.
I always left with nothing but I always brought back
I am a successful hustler and always come out on top.
I always been a hustler, I probably go off that
I have always been a hustler, and will continue to do so even in death.
Y’all don’t wanna go to work with the boy
You don't want to mess with me or work against me.
There’s only two words that describe me: search and destroy
My mission is to find and destroy anyone who stands in my way.
I don’t think you wanna get murked by the boy
You don't want to be killed by me.
My shit is military, y’alls is like a nursery toy
My style is intense and powerful, while yours is weak and childish.
It’s hurting you boys
My words and actions are causing pain and discomfort for my enemies.
My team ain’t even hungry, we famished
My team and I are so driven that we are constantly starving for success.
I murder everybody, fuck collateral damage
I am willing to kill anyone who gets in my way, regardless of the consequences to others.
I’m animal savage with Hannibal’s habits
I am brutal and savage like an animal, with habits reminiscent of the infamous serial killer Hannibal Lecter.
I’ll mangle your cabbage
I will inflict serious harm on you or even kill you.
I walked into the parish and I strangled the faggots
I went into a church and killed homosexuals.
I hang with the baddest brothers, put their trust into Jesus
I associate with dangerous people who still have faith in religion.
Run with brothers who’s forty guzzlers, Islamic extremists
I am close with individuals who are Muslim and possess firearms.
Ugly and ignorant is how they perceive us
People see us as unattractive and unintelligent.
I don’t care, I’m trying to deal with my personal demons
I am struggling with my own internal issues and do not care about others perceptions of me.
Y’all don’t wanna go that route
You do not want to get involved in this conflict.
Broke motherfucker need to throw his throwback out
You are poor and need to get rid of your old clothing.
If you see me drinking something good I stole that stout
If you see me drinking something expensive, it is because I stole it.
If you see me drinking in the hood then roll back out
If you see me in the ghetto, you should leave immediately.
On the real I don’t want no one to bother me, cousin
I want to be left alone and not bothered by others.
Rapping just a little fucking bit of part of me, cousin
Rap is just a small part of my life.
I’m just trying to have a drink at the bar with my cousin
I want to have a drink with my family member at a bar without any disturbance.
I ain’t mean to be rude, god, pardon me cousin
I apologize for any unintended rudeness.
I stay strapped lord, gun in the tuck
I always carry a concealed gun for protection.
Young boys act wild lord funny as fuck
Young men can be reckless and entertaining in their behavior.
I scrap southpaw sonning you fucks
I fight with my left hand and will dominate you in a fight.
Look at you lord on the floor bummy as fuck, what?
You are lying defeated on the ground, looking pitiful.
My life been defined by death
Death has played a significant role in my life.
So I guess if everybody dead mine is next
Since death has touched everyone around me, I believe it will eventually come for me as well.
My father dropped a jewel on me, time forgets
My father gave me important wisdom, but time has clouded my memory of it.
It’s not as easily the mind forgets
It is not so simple for one to forget important lessons and wisdom.
Y’all know what I mean?
Do you understand what I'm saying?
Drag you to Hell, I’m evil dead, you can call me Sam Raimi
I will send you to hell, and my evil nature makes me comparable to the horror film director Sam Raimi.
These motherfuckers want a verse but they can’t pay me
People want me to perform, but are not willing to pay for my services.
Fuck a funeral home, put em in the sand maybe
I do not care about proper burial procedures, I will just leave them in the sand.
Y’all are acting like you’re big, like you’re mad gravy
You are behaving arrogantly and overconfidently.
Y’all don’t wanna beef with the god
You do not want to start a conflict with me.
Don’t have the brain power to compete with the god
You do not possess the intelligence or ability to challenge me.
Y’all should retreat from the god before you get turned to meat
You should run away from me before I kill you and turn you into meat.
Something to eat for the god, peace to the gods
I will use your meat as sustenance and pay respects to the deceased.
I carry heavy shit, big guns, John Rambo
I carry intense weaponry, like the character John Rambo in action films.
I’mma spot Russia like Pakistani commandos
I have the skills and intelligence to locate enemies in the same way Pakistani military units locate Russians.
How you go to war when you’re standing in sandals?
You are not properly equipped or prepared for battle.
Now you’re dead and your family handling candles
Your loved ones are mourning your death and holding candles in your honor.
Don’t even call for a truce, I’m about to end this
Do not try to make peace with me, I am about to kill you.
Whole motherfucker when I call for the troops
My soldiers are incredibly powerful and will wreak havoc at my command.
Reservoir dog walk with the troops
I walk confidently and powerfully with my soldiers like the characters in the film 'Reservoir Dogs'.
And I burn this motherfucker down to the ground down to its roots
I will destroy everything in this place, even the foundations.
Contributed by Evelyn R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.