David Darnell Brown (born March 15, 1981), better known by his stage name Y… Read Full Bio ↴David Darnell Brown (born March 15, 1981), better known by his stage name Young Buck, is an American rapper who is signed to G-Unit Records and His own Record label, Cashville Records. Buck is a former member of the New York City-based hip hop group G-Unit.

Around the age of twelve, Buck started to rap, and began recording in a studio at fourteen. This was shortly followed by an opportunity to perform for Brian "Baby" Williams, co-founder of Cash Money Records. Williams was impressed and signed Buck, who then dropped out of high school to tour with the label for four years.

After several years on and off of Cash Money Records, Buck and fellow rapper Juvenile decided to leave the label for good and went to UTP Records. This deal later led to a meeting with New York rapper 50 Cent who later signed Buck to G-Unit Records.

50 Cent gave Young Buck a feature on his commercially successful debut album Get Rich or Die Tryin' on the track "Blood Hound". After this, he appeared on G-Unit's debut album, Beg for Mercy, which certified 2x Platinum. Young Buck then released his debut album, Straight Outta Cashville, in 2004, with its follow-up, Buck the World being released in 2007.

On April 7, 2008 in an interview with Miss Jones on New York's Hot 97, 50 Cent stated that Young Buck was no longer a member of the group G-Unit but was still signed to G-Unit Records.

After Young Buck was dismissed from the group, he began to slander the name "G-Unit" in numerous different ways. He released numerous tracks attacking not only the group, but their associates and, more specifically, group leader 50 Cent. 50 Cent and G-Unit also responded with many tracks, including one particular instance in which 50 Cent released a phone call he had recorded with Young Buck, which featured the Tennessee native weeping and apologizing for numerous things. After this happened, Young Buck responded, stating the call was a fake, happened one year prior to its release, and claimed that only police record phone calls.

After a lengthy battle between Young Buck and his former G-Unit comrades, the feud seemed to settle down, with Young Buck stating that he owed one more album for G-Unit Records which would be released in 2009, then titled The Rehab. In other interviews, he's stated that he doesn't have a problem with 50 Cent or G-Unit anymore, but is currently doing his "own thing". He also stated that although he's still signed to G-Unit Records, he's trying to get out of the contract, and he's no longer signed to Interscope.

In 2006, Young Buck began preparation on creating a record label named "G-Unit South". After Interscope was not to be the distributing label, he could not use the "G-Unit" name, which is when he decided upon using the name "Cashville".

After numerous artists were signed, including Outlawz and C-Bo, a deal was secured with RED Distribution. In 2009, after he was dismissed from the G-Unit group, Young Buck began putting more effort into his label stating that even without a major label deal, he will still be relevant in the music industry.

What Can I Do
Young Buck Lyrics

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What's Up Niggas?, i'm Hearin Niggas Got A
Lil' Problem Around There, iight
I Can Handle That Shit For You My Nigga
It's Gonna Cost You A
Lil' Something Iight?
So Ya'll Niggas Round Up That
Paper And Holla Back

I Can Knock Him Off Homie
Just Give Me The Go
Or I Can Poke Him Up, Let That Ass Die Slow
Yeah, I Can Make It Happen For
You Just Give Me The Dough
And I'm a Do It Right
So Police Will Never Know
I Can Do It, I Can Do It
Just Put My Mind To It
I Can Do It, I Can Do It
Just Put My Mind To It
You Can Do It, You Can Do It
Just Put Your Mind To It
You Can Do It, You Can Do It
Just Put Your Mind To It

Now, I Can Pop This Nigga While
He With His Baby Momma
Or I Can Catch His Homeboys And
Smack Em With The Llama
Or I Can Make A Bomb And
Go Put It In His Car
Or Flip A Mickey On Him While
He Drankin At The Bar
Yeah I Could Put A Scope On This 30 Ought 6
Or I Could Go Chop Him Up And
Go Feed Him To My Pit's
See I Could Throw Gas On
Him Then Light A Match
Or I Can Run Him Over
In My Muthafuckin Lac'
I Can Lay In His Backyard
And Dress In All Black
Or I Can Beat Him Down With A Baseball Bat
No I Can Make His Homeboys Set Him Up
Or I Can Take Him To The
Hood Let His Ass Get Touched
Yeah I Can Make My Hoes Go
And Stab Him In The Neck
Or I Can Break His Nose If
I Hit Him With The Tek
So I Put It In For You Gimme What I Get
Or I'm a Get At You With The Same Ol' Shit

I Can Knock Him Off Homie
Just Give Me The Go
Or I Can Poke Him Up, Let That Ass Die Slow
Yeah, I Can Make It Happen For
You Just Give Me The Dough
And I'm a Do It Right
So Police Will Never Know
I Can Do It, I Can Do It
Just Put My Mind To It
I Can Do It, I Can Do It
Just Put My Mind To It
You Can Do It, You Can Do It
Just Put Your Mind To It
You Can Do It, You Can Do It
Just Put Your Mind To It

They Think I'm Bullshittin'
No I Watch Too Many Movies
But I Can Rip Him Off Like Baby Did Juvie
No I Can Make A Phone
Call Find Where He Live
Or I Can Run Up On Him
Put The Nine To His Ribs
Hey I Can Set A Fire While
He Sleepin In The House
Or I Can Go Simply And Just
Put A Gun In His Mouth
No If I Play It Like That Then I Be The Fool
So I Can Snatch His Kids When
They Come Home From School
Or I Can Put Some Poison
In This Pussy Nigga Food
Yeah I Can Even Make You Go And Kill Dude
So I Put It In For You Gimme What I Get
Or I'm a Get At You With The Same Ol' Shit

I Can Knock Him Off Homie
Just Give Me The Go
Or I Can Poke Him Up, Let That Ass Die Slow
Yeah, I Can Make It Happen For
You Just Give Me The Dough
And I'm a Do It Right
So Police Will Never Know
I Can Do It, I Can Do It
Just Put My Mind To It
I Can Do It, I Can Do It
Just Put My Mind To It
You Can Do It, You Can Do It
Just Put Your Mind To It
You Can Do It, You Can Do It
Just Put Your Mind To It

If You Need To Get A Nigga Blown Off
All You Gotta Do Is Call Me
If You Need To Get A Nigga Blown Off
All You Gotta Do Is Call Me
If You Need To Get A Nigga Blown Off
All You Gotta Do Is Call Me
If You Need To Get A Nigga Blown Off
All You Gotta Do Is Call Me

I Can Knock Him Off Homie
Just Give Me The Go
Or I Can Poke Him Up, Let That Ass Die Slow
Yeah, I Can Make It Happen For
You Just Give Me The Dough
And I'm a Do It Right
So Police Will Never Know
I Can Do It, I Can Do It
Just Put My Mind To It
I Can Do It, I Can Do It
Just Put My Mind To It
You Can Do It, You Can Do It
Just Put Your Mind To It

You Can Do It, You Can Do It
Just Put Your Mind To It

Overall Meaning

The lyrics from Young Buck's song What Can I Do depict a dark and gritty narrative of someone offering their services to handle problems for a price, suggesting illegal and violent actions. The singer presents themselves as a willing and capable figure who can carry out nefarious tasks, such as taking someone out or causing harm in various ways. They emphasize their readiness to execute these actions as long as they receive compensation, framing it as a business transaction.

The lyrics delve into scenarios where the singer details different methods of inflicting harm on their target, including violence with weapons, setting up traps, and even involving innocent individuals like children. They talk about options like shooting the target, planting bombs, using firearms, or even resorting to poisoning. The vivid and graphic nature of these descriptions heightens the sense of danger and ruthlessness in the singer's character.

Throughout the verses, the theme of manipulation and cold-heartedness is prevalent as the singer discusses various ways to eliminate their target without leaving a trace for the authorities. They exhibit a callous attitude towards violence and death, showcasing a lack of remorse or empathy for their actions. The lyrics also touch on themes of power dynamics and control, with the singer asserting their ability to carry out these tasks efficiently and discreetly.

Ultimately, the lyrics serve as a stark portrayal of a character immersed in a world of crime and violence, willing to go to extreme lengths to achieve their goals. The repeated refrain highlights the singer's confidence in their abilities and the message that, given the right incentive, they are ready to carry out dangerous deeds without hesitation. The overall tone is one of menace and foreboding, painting a vivid image of a ruthless individual ready to do whatever it takes to get the job done.

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