Jungle
krs one & goldie Lyrics
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Yeah bitch
Im Straight out the jungle
Fuck all the ops
Im chasing em benz
Murder the pussy with 223 muzzle
Bando be selling that dope
That be that 223 hustle
Niggaz be pussies
Be bitches in bundles
Niggas be Runzals
Niggaz be paining like tossils
Ma choppers be banging an banging
Them virgins I'm hanging
Them asses I'm tapping
Was chopping these niggaz
Was stretching these pussies
Was feeling like freddy
Was feeling like Jason
Fuck all the poverty
I'm shooting for mansions
Running for legend (Rush let's go)
Rush ma nigga be feeling this
Nigga I'm killin this
Slaughter this beat
Like a butcheress
Yeh, yeh, yeh
Straight out the jungle
We in for the hustle
We skinny nigga but we built for that muscle ayy
Watch how these rappers gon fumble
I ghat the AK
Body white like its KKK
Pussy killed same day
Make that bitch do the Nae Nae
Yeah that bitch gave me brown sugar like this shit Ray J
The opening line "Came from the struggle, yeah bitch, I'm straight out the jungle" sets the tone for the rest of the song, as KRS-One and Goldie use vivid and aggressive language to describe their experiences growing up in poverty and navigating the world of crime and violence. The use of the word "jungle" is interesting, as it suggests a sense of lawlessness and chaos, as well as a brutal and unforgiving environment in which survival of the fittest is the rule. The lyrics also use a lot of gun and drug references, such as "murder the pussy with 223 muzzle" and "Bando be selling that dope, that be that 223 hustle," which serve to reinforce the idea of these artists as tough, streetwise survivors.
As the song progresses, the focus shifts to other rappers who are seen as weaker or less authentic than KRS-One and Goldie. The lines "Niggas be pussies, be bitches in bundles / Niggaz be Runzals / Niggaz be paining like tossils" suggest a sense of disdain for those who talk tough but can't back it up, or who are only in the rap game for money or fame. The repeated refrain of "straight out the jungle" serves not only as a reminder of the rough and dangerous world that the artists come from, but also as a claim of authenticity and legitimacy - they are the real deal, not posers or wannabes.
Overall, "Jungle" is a gritty and uncompromising song that paints a vivid picture of life in the rougher corners of America. The use of aggressive and confrontational language, as well as the heavy focus on guns and drugs, may be off-putting to some listeners, but for those who appreciate hardcore rap, this track is an impressive display of raw talent and street smarts.
Line by Line Meaning
Came from the struggle
We came from tough times.
Yeah bitch
Affirming ourselves energetically.
Im Straight out the jungle
We grew up in the wild streets and survived.
Fuck all the ops
We don't like our opposition.
Im chasing em benz
We pursue high-end vehicles.
Murder the pussy with 223 muzzle
We use powerful weapons to kill our enemies.
Bando be selling that dope
We deal drugs to make money.
That be that 223 hustle
We sell drugs using our powerful weapons.
Nigga im fucking repunzle
We're having a lot of sex with various partners.
Niggaz be pussies
Some men are weak and cowardly.
Be bitches in bundles
There are many men who act like women.
Niggas be Runzals
Some men are cowards and snitches.
Niggaz be paining like tossils
Some men are in tremendous physical discomfort.
Ma choppers be banging an banging
Our guns fire repeatedly and loudly.
Them virgins I'm hanging
We're having sex with inexperienced partners.
Them asses I'm tapping
We're engaging in sexual activity with our partners.
Was chopping these niggaz
We've injured or killed some men.
Was stretching these pussies
We've had sex with more than one partner.
Was feeling like freddy
We feel powerful like the fictional character Freddy Krueger.
Was feeling like Jason
We feel powerful like the fictional character Jason Voorhees.
Fuck all the poverty
We want to move up to wealth.
I'm shooting for mansions
We're aiming for luxurious homes.
Running for legend (Rush let's go)
We're striving to become legends in our field.
Rush ma nigga be feeling this
We are energized and excited about our current situation.
Nigga I'm killin this
We're doing exceptionally well in what we're doing.
Slaughter this beat
We're making great progress in our music.
Like a butcheress
We're dismantling this beat ruthlessly.
Yeh, yeh, yeh
We are enthusiastically affirming ourselves.
Straight out the jungle
We came from rough, untamed streets.
We in for the hustle
We're dedicated to the daily grind.
We skinny nigga but we built for that muscle ayy
We might be physically small, but we're tough and strong-willed.
Watch how these rappers gon fumble
We're confident that other rappers won't be able to handle our music.
I ghat the AK
We possess a powerful automatic firearm.
Body white like its KKK
We're wearing white clothing, which alludes to the Klu Klux Klan.
Pussy killed same day
We kill our enemies swiftly and with ease.
Make that bitch do the Nae Nae
We make our sexual partners dance in particular ways.
Yeah that bitch gave me brown sugar like this shit Ray J
Our partner had sex with us and it was great, just like the song Ray J made.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Luyeme Factor, Mfanelo Manho
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@zmdeadelius
25 years later, still a banger
@DonDSelectah
actually a weak track when compared to boymerang's rmx
@xxjaykayxx3548
Will never forget my first time listening to this tune, literally just this year,,, was waiting at a bus stop on a real hot day and listening to this; I wasnt feeling it at first though the production was great and KRS hits hard.
2:52 shut me up and blew my fuckn mind, Goldie NEVER disappoints. Relistened to the song and fell in love with its entirety. I may not have been alive when Goldie was at his peak but goddamn, 20+ years later and you're still affecting peeps, mad respect!!!!
@CoffeeAndPaul
He is now SIR Goldie, he is a Knight of the Arts as recognized by the Queen of England :D
@xxjaykayxx3548
@Paul Walnuts As he DESERVES, thats awesome!!!!!
@radkonedqlkov9728
@Paul Walnuts in bulgaria too
@lol-hk5tz
@Radko Nedqlkov zdr :D
@Drdoombrain
I got this album, used to play it on my PlayStation 1, appreciated even more years later on a decent stereo! That bass half way through is awesome.
@ohwhen
Still fire in 2023. This was the hottest dub plate that summer before the official release.
@gaztaylor4178
Totally on point love this 🇬🇧👍☺️