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.
Hoo-Bangin'
Westside Connection Lyrics
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Hoo-bangin' on the transformers
These trick-ass niggas quick to tuck they tail
But fuck that, you know how we git
(Can't get enough of this gangsta shit!)
It's the don' go, let'em know
Un-wettable, ah, big fish incredible
Still rollin' Impalas
I'm bombin' on common sense
Chicago is mine, nigga hit the fence
Intense kingpin, nigga worldwide
And I bring sin when I wanna hoo-ride
Who died and who applied the pressure?
Show me three niggas that's fresher
West side connect gang, oh yeah we talkin' shit
Nigga do you know who you fuckin' wit?
Ice Cube is the lick, West side is the click
(Can't get enough of this gangsta shit)
Ice Cube is the lick, West side is the click
(Can't get enough of this gangsta shit)
It's Mack 10, fool that nigga with heaters
Gauges, revolvers, techs and millimeters
You know how we hoo-ride when we collide
Niggas run but they can't hide
'Cause it's world wide (Inglewood)
I'm jackin' and lickin' niggas that's straight trippin'
Square-ass niggas can't tell a ounce from a chicken
I fill you full of lead and I take you big heads
So nigga, watch how ya talkin', I'm still chicken-hawkin'
So hit the deck, punk, don't move, my tech is bigger
And you'll be dead if I pull this trigger
So where the safe at, I want the loot and the cavey
Yo money or yo life, so punk act like you savvy
Mack 10 is the lick, West side is the click
(Can't get enough of this gangsta shit)
Mack 10 is the lick, West side is the click
(Can't get enough of this gangsta shit)
Allie-Allie-All, come free bending the corner
Blowed with a pocket full of weed
Serving all enemies, fuck your whole set
This is the Westside Connect, I'm stealing to the neck
Nigga, where y'all from, where y'all from?
Better be the same that I'm claiming muthafuck explainin'
I'm swinging dropping these thangs, drinking gin out the bottle
Steadily hoo-slangin' out the blue Monte Carlo
Spitting hollows out my Roscoe in packs as I blast
Getting my stalk on walk-on nigga waving my flag
Skip, skip, I'm from that do low double-O hoodsta ride
Sack-jacking, purse-snatching, hoo-banging 'till I die
Dub-C is the lick, West side is the click
(Can't get enough of this gangsta shit)
Dub-C is the lick, West side is the click
(Can't get enough of this gangsta shit)
Bullshit after bullshit, what is this?
Got to let these mothafuckas know we mean business
Cock the hammer back and all smiles turn to frowns
Bow down before you realize you out of bounds
Connect, subject to do ya, who ya?
Think you fuckin' wit, don't let that smooth shit fool ya
Gots no love for you your crew, we bring trouble too
Steal you bitch and have her throwing up the "W"
K-Dee is the lick, West side is the click
(Can't get enough of this gangsta shit)
K-Dee is the lick, West side is the click
(Can't get enough of this gangsta shit)
Now we duct-tapin' ankles and wrists
Following home niggas' bitches
Layin' in the cut in chucks and ski masks
Pistol-whip they ass 'till they open up the safe in Calabasas
Ashes to ashes, dust to dust, nigga
Kick in yo assets, all yo dough an yo baguettes
Before I have to go to torturin'
Robberies been the thang since paroled out of Corcoran
Tha Comrades is the lick, West side is the click
(Can't get enough of this gangsta shit)
Tha Comrades is the lick, West side is the click
(Can't get enough of this gangsta shit)
Guess who just stepped out the smog?
It's the West side connection mixed wit rips an' dogs
All you muthafuckas is talkin' tough
Mad at my homies 'cause they platinum plus
Since I'm the gatekeeper
Fuck yo street-sweeper
All my homies is handy wit they heaters
You better tighten up yo bulletproof vest
You niggas can't fuck wit the
Wild wild west
AllFrumTha I is the lick, West side is the click
(Can't get enough of this gangsta shit)
Connect Gang is the lick, West side is the click
(Can't get enough of this gangsta shit)
Incredible, ah, dub-S-C-G
Sendin' love to the penitentiary
We hoo-bang, and we hoo-ride
Always represent the worldwide West side
(West side)
The lyrics to "Hoo-Bangin'" by Westside Connection are a reflection of the gangsta rap genre popularized in the 1990s. The song is an ode to the life of a gangsta, with the rappers using violent imagery and profanity to showcase their toughness and street cred. The chorus, "Can't get enough of this gangsta shit," is emblematic of the song's message.
The first verse is performed by Ice Cube, who proudly states that he is "un-wettable" and "big fish incredible." He boasts about his financial success and continues to assert his dominance within the gang. The second verse is performed by Mack 10, who uses more aggressive language and details how he and his affiliate gang members like to ride and commit crimes. The third verse is delivered by WC, who follows Mack 10's lead by talking about criminal activity and the importance of repping the Westside.
The song continues with various members of the Westside Connection each delivering their own verses, with the overall sentiment being that they are tough guys that are not to be messed with. The song ends with a reference to sending love to those in penitentiary, which can be interpreted as a tribute to gang members who are incarcerated.
Overall, "Hoo-Bangin'" is a quintessential example of gangsta rap music that glorifies violence and criminal activity. The song is a reflection of the challenging conditions that many people face in impoverished urban areas and how gang affiliation and violence become a way of life for some.
Line by Line Meaning
Hoo-bangin' on the transformers
Engaging in illegal activities and causing chaos in the streets
These trick-ass niggas quick to tuck they tail
Cowards who are afraid to confront their actions
But fuck that, you know how we git
Disregarding the fear and continuing to be bold
(Can't get enough of this gangsta shit!)
Showing a strong affinity for the gangster lifestyle
It's the don' go, let'em know
Establishing dominance and making others aware
Un-wettable, ah, big fish incredible
Untouchable and highly respected in the criminal world
Hoo-bangin' on the white collars, got a pile of dollars
Targeting wealthy individuals and accumulating wealth
Still rollin' Impalas
Continuing to drive and represent the traditional gangster vehicles
I'm bombin' on common sense
Rejecting conventional wisdom and logic
Chicago is mine, nigga hit the fence
Asserting control over the city and intimidating others to stay away
Intense kingpin, nigga worldwide
A powerful and influential figure with global reach
And I bring sin when I wanna hoo-ride
Engaging in criminal acts whenever I feel like it
Who died and who applied the pressure?
Wondering who the victims are and questioning the impact of their actions
Show me three niggas that's fresher
Challenge others to find someone better and more skilled
West side connect gang, oh yeah we talkin' shit
Proudly representing the West side and confidently boasting about their activities
Nigga do you know who you fuckin' wit?
Warning others to be aware of their affiliation and the consequences of crossing them
Ice Cube is the lick, West side is the click
Ice Cube is talented and respected, while the West side is a united force
It's Mack 10, fool that nigga with heaters
Mack 10 is a skilled and dangerous individual armed with firearms
Gauges, revolvers, techs and millimeters
Referring to the different types of guns they possess
You know how we hoo-ride when we collide
Revealing their aggressive and intimidating behavior when they encounter opposition
Niggas run but they can't hide
It's futile for their enemies to try and escape
'Cause it's world wide (Inglewood)
Their influence and reputation extend globally, including Inglewood
I'm jackin' and lickin' niggas that's straight trippin'
Robbing and assaulting individuals who are involved in gang activities
Square-ass niggas can't tell a ounce from a chicken
Mocking and demeaning those who lack street knowledge and cannot distinguish between drugs
I fill you full of lead and I take you big heads
Threatening to shoot and kill those who have a big ego or think they are important
So nigga, watch how ya talkin', I'm still chicken-hawkin'
Advising others to be cautious with their words as they are constantly surveilling and looking for opportunities
So hit the deck, punk, don't move, my tech is bigger
Ordering someone to get on the ground and not move, emphasizing the size and power of their firearm
And you'll be dead if I pull this trigger
An implicit threat that pulling the trigger would result in the person's death
So where the safe at, I want the loot and the cavey
Demanding the location of the safe and intending to steal both money and valuables
Yo money or yo life, so punk act like you savvy
Giving the person an ultimatum to hand over their money or face fatal consequences, suggesting they act wisely
Allie-Allie-All, come free bending the corner
Approaching the scene in a secretive and cautious manner
Blowed with a pocket full of weed
High on marijuana and carrying a significant amount
Serving all enemies, fuck your whole set
Defying and disrespecting their adversaries and rival groups
This is the Westside Connect, I'm stealing to the neck
Asserting their association with the Westside Connect gang and emphasizing their ruthless intentions
Nigga, where y'all from, where y'all from?
Challenging others to reveal their affiliation and prove they are from the same area
Better be the same that I'm claiming muthafuck explainin'
Requiring confirmation that they are part of the same group, avoiding unnecessary explanations or confrontations
I'm swinging dropping these thangs, drinking gin out the bottle
Engaging in violent actions and consuming alcohol directly from the bottle
Steadily hoo-slangin' out the blue Monte Carlo
Consistently participating in illegal activities and doing so in a blue Monte Carlo car
Spitting hollows out my Roscoe in packs as I blast
Firing bullets from their gun, specifically a Roscoe, rapidly and aggressively
Getting my stalk on walk-on nigga waving my flag
Asserting their dominance and territorial control by confidently walking around, proudly representing their gang
Skip, skip, I'm from that do low double-O hoodsta ride
Referring to their participation in a low-profile, covert lifestyle as a member of a street gang
Sack-jacking, purse-snatching, hoo-banging 'till I die
Engaging in criminal acts such as stealing from individuals, demonstrating their commitment to the gangster lifestyle
Dub-C is the lick, West side is the click
Dub-C is highly skilled and respected within the West side, and they operate as a united group
Bullshit after bullshit, what is this?
Expressing frustration with the constant negativity and undesirable situations they encounter
Got to let these mothafuckas know we mean business
Asserting their seriousness and determination to establish themselves as a force to be reckoned with
Cock the hammer back and all smiles turn to frowns
Preparing their firearm and turning from a seemingly friendly demeanor to a serious and threatening one
Bow down before you realize you out of bounds
Warning others to show respect and obey before they face the consequences of crossing the line
Connect, subject to do ya, who ya?
Explaining that they have the power and ability to harm and dominate others
Think you fuckin' wit, don't let that smooth shit fool ya
Advising others not to be deceived by their smooth talk and thinking they can challenge them
Gots no love for you your crew, we bring trouble too
Having no respect or sympathy for their enemies and being ready to cause problems for them
Steal you bitch and have her throwing up the 'W'
Taking someone's girlfriend and influencing her to show allegiance to their gang by throwing up the gang sign 'W'
K-Dee is the lick, West side is the click
K-Dee is highly skilled and influential, and the West side operates as a united group
Now we duct-tapin' ankles and wrists
Using duct tape to restrain and immobilize their victims
Following home niggas' bitches
Stalking and targeting the girlfriends of their rivals and adversaries
Layin' in the cut in chucks and ski masks
Hiding and waiting covertly, wearing Chuck Taylor shoes and ski masks
Pistol-whip they ass 'till they open up the safe in Calabasas
Using the butt of their gun to strike their victims until they reveal the location of a safe in Calabasas
Ashes to ashes, dust to dust, nigga
Declaring that their adversaries will meet a demise and be forgotten
Kick in yo assets, all yo dough an yo baguettes
Forcefully taking control of their possessions, including money and valuable jewelry
Before I have to go to torturin'
Suggesting a willingness to resort to extreme measures, such as torture, to achieve their goals
Robberies been the thang since paroled out of Corcoran
Robbery has been their primary activity since they were released from prison in Corcoran
Tha Comrades is the lick, West side is the click
The Comrades are highly skilled and respected, and the West side operates as a united group
Guess who just stepped out the smog?
Emphasizing their presence and arrival in a dramatic manner
It's the West side connection mixed wit rips an' dogs
Referring to the combination of the West side connection and their gang affiliation, representing a formidable force
All you muthafuckas is talkin' tough
Dismissing their adversaries' empty threats and posturing
Mad at my homies 'cause they platinum plus
Expressing jealousy and resentment towards their friends' success in the music industry
Since I'm the gatekeeper
Asserting their role as a powerful and influential figure who controls access and opportunities
Fuck yo street-sweeper
Dismissing and disregarding their opponents' weapons or tactics
All my homies is handy wit they heaters
Their friends are skilled and proficient with their firearms
You better tighten up yo bulletproof vest
Advising others to prepare themselves and be cautious as the danger is imminent
You niggas can't fuck wit the Wild wild west
Asserting their dominance and superiority over anyone who dares to challenge them in the lawless West
Incredible, ah, dub-S-C-G
Describing themselves as extraordinary and exceptional, representing the Westside Connect gang
Sendin' love to the penitentiary
Expressing solidarity and support for their incarcerated associates and friends
We hoo-bang, and we hoo-ride
Always participating in criminal activities and boldly representing their lifestyle
Always represent the worldwide West side
Continuously demonstrating their affiliation with the West side and proclaiming their influence globally
(West side)
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: O'SHEA JACKSON, WILLIAM CALHOUN, DARRELL (P/K/A K-DEE) JOHNSON, THE COMRADES, ALL FRUM THA I, DEDRICK ROLISON
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@jay2chill134
nah man ice cube killed it these were one of there best songs these are one of there best songs
Gangsta Nation
It's The Holidaze
Bow Down
Westside Slaughter
Hoo Bagin
Gangstas Make the world go round
Call 911
Terrorist threats
@markasmtsoo402
Mahn if you jamming this in 2022 then you a real one💯
Oldschool 4 life♥️💪🏾
@jasongomez1600
Big Fish incredible
@markasmtsoo402
@Jason Gómez Weessidde yeehh💪🏿👐🏼
@tonysaaristo9054
For sure in Finland though
@markasmtsoo402
@Tony Saaristo 👊🏾👊🏾💯
@haus05
fuck yeah!
@kingmike3564
I remember playing this at my grandmas house on repeat. I was like 12. When I stopped playing it she said u done playing that Gangsta shit 😂😂😂😭😭
@MrSmid888
King Mike 🤣🤣🤣✌🏻✌🏻😎🏴
@deemoneygreen5150
I remember my stepdad dropping me off at school in front of my friends & this blasting in front of everybody when I get out the car 😂😂😂😭
@comanchedase
@Deemoney Green badass