After a seven-year haitus, the group reconstituted itself and released their second album Terrorist Threats in 2003 and sold respectably, fueled by the smash single "Gangsta Nation" with Nate Dogg.
Two albums may prove to be their limit, as members Mack 10 and Ice Cube are currently embroiled in an argument over Ice Cube's reluctance to go on tour, opting instead in favor of his movie career.
Although the rap supergroup came up and diminished relatively quickly, its impact is still felt today. Although it did not pioneer any new styles, it rather showcased the gangsta rap style at its peak with 3 of the best artists from the West. Bow Down is largely considered by fans and critics just short of a "classic" album today. Hip hop fans still speculate as to the amount of potential the group had if they had not disbanded so abruptly.
WC contributed to Ice Cube's seventh solo album, 2006's Laugh Now, Cry Later and his newest album I AM THE WEST.
Bangin' At The Party
Westside Connection Lyrics
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Yeah this what we gon' do, we gon' fall through the hood
Scoop up the lil' homies and hit the motherfuckin' party, bang out
Dig what I'm saying, we gon let them niggaz get, they walk on
We gon' get our ride on and leave with a couple of bitches
And rep this Dub S thang to the fullest West side, like that
When the music is bumpin' and the homies give it somethin'
Got the Henny in glass, big puffin' on somethin'
And the niggaz outside and these bitches wanna fight
Then them niggaz pulled up and they deuces all wired
And you know we banged out when the homies come around
One times always turning it up because we bangin' at the party
We come through on that 22 shoe
In that SL500 chappell hill light blue
In cal-aye, we hit the valet
You ain't got it like that, park in the alley, nigga
Get in line while we spit the line for ya
Get inside where we gettin' high
On the dance floor with a big behind
Nigga, don't get mad 'cause your dick ain't mind
So when you see the west side up in V.I.P
Don't bring your ass up there and try to be Ali
I'll beat your ass back down just to be on TV
We know bad publicity'll sell another CD
Fuck with that, fuck with this and I fuck with the crys
Only fuck with the dough, never fuck with you marks
And if you're just getting in, motherfucker you 'tarded
'Cause we bangin' at the party
When the music is bumpin' and the homies give it somethin'
All the hoes is comin' and you know they all fuckin'
Got the Henny in glass, big puffin' on somethin'
And the niggaz outside and these bitches wanna fight
Then them niggaz pulled up and they deuces all wired
And you know we banged out when the homies come around
One times always turning it up because we bangin' at the party
Yeah, you know it's a white tee occasion
We in G formation, reppin' a G nation
I pull up three wheels, swangin' a rag fo'
Hop out with the sag low, strapped with the mag fo'
It's cash flow, thick money rolls and thick hoes
We got those and it's a party on the block loc
And it's a party on the block dawg
You know it's packed full of hogs
That's active and hard on hoes
Handcuffin' your broad is a negative
The twenty-third letter, I'm an O G and reppin' this
Believe, Skoop never nervous to crack a hoe
Plus I got them sets on deck, servin' like McEnroe
K Mac fa sho, I'll give you what you askin' fo'
Why treat a bitch like a bitch and let a hoe be a hoe
It's a Dub S see thang, Soprano the name
H double O bang with the connect gang, nigga
Let 'em walk, walk, let 'em walk
(If you're down with the connect then, ya)
Walk, walk, walk
(If you're strapped with a tech then, ya)
Walk, walk, walk
(If you represent your set then, ya)
Walk, walk, walk
(If you a neighborhood vet then, ya)
Walk, walk, walk
(If the bitch won't fuck then, ya)
Walk, walk, walk
(Outline them niggaz with the chalk then, ya)
Walk, walk, walk
(If you're sippin' on that dark then, ya)
Walk, walk, walk
(Y'all niggaz don't want it)
When the music is bumpin' and the homies give it somethin'
All the hoes is comin' and you know they all fuckin'
Got the Henny in glass, big puffin' on somethin'
And the niggaz outside and these bitches wanna fight
Then them niggaz pulled up and they deuces all wired
And you know we banged out when the homies come around
One times always turning it up because we bangin' at the party
The song "Bangin' At The Party" by Westside Connection talks about the West Side lifestyle, particularly about the partying scene. The song starts with the group mentioning that they are going to go to the hood and pick up their friends to go to a party. They are going to let other people walk on while they rep the Dub S and leave the party with a couple of girls. The lyrics portray a party scene where the music is bumping, and the homies and hoes are having fun while drinking Henny and smoking weed. It is also a party where the group's enemies may show up, and confrontation may occur.
The lyrics also mention that the Westside Connection members are VIPs when they attend a party. No one should come to their VIP section and try to act big or challenge them to a fight. Skoop, one of the group members, brags that he has sets on deck and serves like McEnroe, indicating he is handier and a better player than others. The song ends by saying that the partygoers walk with attitude and confidence as they represent their set and sip on dark drinks.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, uh, huh
The singer is acknowledging the listeners and getting them hyped up for the upcoming events of the song.
Yeah this what we gon' do, we gon' fall through the hood
Scoop up the lil' homies and hit the motherfuckin' party, bang out
Dig what I'm saying, we gon let them niggaz get, they walk on
We gon' get our ride on and leave with a couple of bitches
And rep this Dub S thang to the fullest West side, like that
The group is heading to the party in the hood, where they will meet up with their friends and start a scene. They are confident about the night and their reputation, and will be leaving with some women.
When the music is bumpin' and the homies give it somethin'
All the hoes is comin' and you know they all fuckin'
Got the Henny in glass, big puffin' on somethin'
And the niggaz outside and these bitches wanna fight
Then them niggaz pulled up and they deuces all wired
And you know we banged out when the homies come around
One times always turning it up because we bangin' at the party
The party has started, and the music is loud and bumping. The singer knows that women will be coming around because of the atmosphere. The group is drinking Hennessy and smoking something, while outside some drama is brewing with other guys. When their homies show up, they begin to turn up the intensity of the party and turn up the volume of the music.
We come through on that 22 shoe
In that SL500 chappell hill light blue
In cal-aye, we hit the valet
You ain't got it like that, park in the alley, nigga
Get in line while we spit the line for ya
Get inside where we gettin' high
On the dance floor with a big behind
Nigga, don't get mad 'cause your dick ain't mind
The group shows up in a fancy car with a unique color and expensive shoes. They pull up to the valet and indicate that they are too good to park in the alley like others might have to. They proceed to enter the party and start spitting rhymes, while also enjoying the company of some women on the dance floor. They also take a jab at those who might be envious of their women.
So when you see the west side up in V.I.P
Don't bring your ass up there and try to be Ali
I'll beat your ass back down just to be on TV
We know bad publicity'll sell another CD
Fuck with that, fuck with this and I fuck with the crys
Only fuck with the dough, never fuck with you marks
And if you're just getting in, motherfucker you 'tarded
'Cause we bangin' at the party
The artist warns those who might want to join them in the V.I.P section of the party, indicating that they will not tolerate any nonsense. They go as far as to say that they will beat someone up just for the publicity it would bring. They also claim to only care about money and making music, not caring about anyone they consider beneath them. They end by proudly stating that they are still dominating the party.
Yeah, you know it's a white tee occasion
We in G formation, reppin' a G nation
I pull up three wheels, swangin' a rag fo'
Hop out with the sag low, strapped with the mag fo'
It's cash flow, thick money rolls and thick hoes
We got those and it's a party on the block loc
And it's a party on the block dawg
You know it's packed full of hogs
That's active and hard on hoes
Handcuffin' your broad is a negative
The twenty-third letter, I'm an O G and reppin' this
The singer describes the dress code for the party as being just a plain white tee. They mention that they are in formation and represent a group known for being hardcore. They pull up in a flashy car and step out with guns, dressed to kill. They mention the money and women they have, and how the party has become a block party full of people who are aggressive and dominant over women. They then remind everyone of their status as original gangsters.
Believe, Skoop never nervous to crack a hoe
Plus I got them sets on deck, servin' like McEnroe
K Mac fa sho, I'll give you what you askin' fo'
Why treat a bitch like a bitch and let a hoe be a hoe
It's a Dub S see thang, Soprano the name
H double O bang with the connect gang, nigga
The singer claims to be unafraid to assert dominance over women, and also has access to a lot of drugs. They mention that they also have others on standby to serve their needs. They believe that calling women bitches and hoes is justified, and they end by claiming that they represent the gang known as Dub S, and that their name is Soprano, indicating that they believe themselves to be high-level and involved in making connections with others.
Let 'em walk, walk, let 'em walk
(If you're down with the connect then, ya)
Walk, walk, walk
(If you're strapped with a tech then, ya)
Walk, walk, walk
(If you represent your set then, ya)
Walk, walk, walk
(If you a neighborhood vet then, ya)
Walk, walk, walk
(If the bitch won't fuck then, ya)
Walk, walk, walk
(Outline them niggaz with the chalk then, ya)
Walk, walk, walk
(If you're sippin' on that dark then, ya)
Walk, walk, walk
(Y'all niggaz don't want it)
The artist gives a list of things that would make someone a part of their group, including being connected with them, having a weapon, representing their set or being a veteran of the community. They also mention what kind of people they are willing to deal with, including those who refuse to have sex, and those who they may have to put in their place. They end with a warning to those who might test them, indicating that the artist and their group are not to be messed with.
When the music is bumpin' and the homies give it somethin'
All the hoes is comin' and you know they all fuckin'
Got the Henny in glass, big puffin' on somethin'
And the niggaz outside and these bitches wanna fight
Then them niggaz pulled up and they deuces all wired
And you know we banged out when the homies come around
One times always turning it up because we bangin' at the party
The artist repeats the chorus to drive home the idea that when the party is going well, they will continue to turn up the excitement and prove that they are the ones who are dominating the party.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: ANTHONY D. WHEATON, DEDRICK D'MON ROLISON, O'SHEA JACKSON, WILLIAM CALHOUN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Westside Connection are the real OG's
Trent Yates
West side is the best side!
1970 Hip-Hop Platoon&Company
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Marcelo Pena
Banging at the partttaaayyyeee
TheDon101277
The O.G ... ICE
Tthere before both of them. Original Gangstaslim 300
I need a this instrumental
Mr. Mo
WESTSIDE BIYCHHH!!!
Brandon Stennes
nwa started it all, they are the real og's
J.B GamingTv
Spider loc brought me here
Medikamenten Manfred
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