Warren Griffin III (born November 10, 1970 in Long Beach, California), bett… Read Full Bio ↴Warren Griffin III (born November 10, 1970 in Long Beach, California), better known simply as Warren G, is a Grammy award nominated American West Coast rapper, singer, DJ and producer signed to his own label, G-Funk Entertainment. In 1990, Warren G formed the group 213 with Nate Dogg and Snoop Dogg, and in 1994 he exploded onto the Long Beach rap scene with the smash single "Regulate," a duet with Nate Dogg, and its accompanying album, Regulate...G Funk Era. He has since released a further 8 albums on Death Row Records. He grew up in Long Beach listening to his parents' extensive collection of jazz, soul and funk records, also frequently hanging out at the local record store. As a teenager, he and his friends Nate Dogg and future superstar Snoop Dogg formed a rap group called 213, after their area code. Unfortunately, all three had brushes with the law and spent time in jail, which motivated them to get jobs, also working on their music on the side. Eventually, the V.I.P. record store allowed the trio to practice and record in a back room. It was here that Snoop cut the demo "Super Duper Snooper," which G played for his half-brother Dr. Dre at a party. Dre invited all three to his studio and wound up collaborating with Snoop on The Chronic. While G also made several contributions, he opted to develop his talents mostly outside of Dre's shadow. He honed his musical skills while producing such artists as MC Breed and 2Pac. A break came when his vocal collaboration with Mista Grimm, "Indo Smoke," appeared on the Poetic Justice soundtrack. Soon after that, G recorded his debut album for Death Row. "Regulate" appeared on the Above the Rim soundtrack and was released as a single. It quickly became a massive hit, peaking at #2 on the Billboard charts and pushing the album up to the same position. The album eventually went triple platinum, with "This D.J." becoming his second Top 10 hit.

Warren G took nearly three years to complete his second album, returning in the spring of 1997 with Take A Look Over Your Shoulder, which was greeted with decidedly mixed reviews and weak sales. I Want It All followed in 1999 with The Return of the Regulator appearing two years later. In 2005 he signed with Lightyear Enterntainment and released In the Mid-Nite Hour.

Streets Of LBC
Warren G Lyrics

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[Chorus]
I saw people dancing in the streets
Streets of a lonely city
Listen to the beats
The people strike their feet on the lonely concrete streets of
Streets of a lonely city

Some niggaz quick to get it confused

This is where its cracking at (wassup?)
Big city of music
We're only half of that
What happens after midnight
Goes up spoke of
'Cause broke niggaz where I'm at they don't show no love
I done witness the concrete jungle in
Watch the niggaz turn soft and leave humble-in
Since I been young I hung out, hard knock
Played my hand when they dealt my cards
Now check it out what's real is what's happening
Now this is where I deal with and where I live at
Not to many of us make (make it) it to see the day we able to make a statement (statement)
The ways of the world has gone crazy
Two things never change, that's the music and what the rules of the game is
Now everybody knows you're name
It ain't no other place to turn
But I better get a hold on this street shit I learnt it (learnt it)

I saw people dancing in the streets
Streets of a lonely city
Listen to the beats
The people strike their feet on the lonely concrete streets
Streets of a lonely city

Take it back when I never had much
A little bad nigga scrappin' over mad stuff (gimme that fool)
But I was born with a hunch for this shit
My nigga dead beats, still I hustle a bit
Help my mother make ends meet
It's hard is god watchin'?
Non stop while the cops roll by on my block
I see paper dancing in the street
So what's the chance I can make the money work for me?
But it hurts to see yo niggaz doing dirt
For a livin' so I put in work with this gift I was given
Now might I mention that I was blessed by god
And I'm down for anything that makes life less hard
No matter where you are it can happen to anybody
It's how it was when I came up
And now I talk about it
L-B-C city of music

G-funk you tell me
We do's it

Overall Meaning

In the chorus of Warren G's song "Streets of LBC," the lyrics depict a scene of people dancing in the streets of a lonely city, emphasizing the importance of music and rhythm in their lives. The repetition of the phrase "Streets of a lonely city" conveys a sense of isolation and perhaps a lack of community connection within the urban setting. The beats and the sound of people striking their feet on the concrete streets symbolize a form of unity and expression amidst the loneliness of the city.

The following verses delve into the experiences and observations of the singer in this urban environment. The lyrics touch on the harsh realities faced by individuals in the city, with mentions of violence, poverty, and a lack of love or support amongst those living there. The reference to the concrete jungle and witnessing people losing their toughness and becoming more vulnerable showcases the transformation and challenges faced by residents in such surroundings.

In another verse, the singer reflects on their humble beginnings and the struggles they faced growing up in a tough neighborhood. The lyrics describe the singer's determination to overcome obstacles and make a better life for themselves and their family. Despite the hardships and temptations present in their environment, the singer chooses to hustle and use their gifts to create opportunities for themselves, highlighting themes of resilience and perseverance.

Overall, the song Streets of LBC by Warren G captures the essence of life in a city filled with struggles, but also resilience and a deep connection to music and community. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the realities faced by individuals navigating the streets of a lonely city, emphasizing the importance of music as a form of escape and expression in the midst of hardship. The narrative of growth, perseverance, and finding blessings in the midst of challenges resonates as a testament to the strength and spirit of those living in such environments.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: WARREN, III GRIFFIN

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