In 2001 this Seattle-based vocal band was crowned Artist of the Year at the SAMIE Awards, the Pacific Northwest’s annual contemporary pop music competition, and for the last two years, m-pact was voted Best Vocal Jazz Group (2002-2003) in the international ACA (A Cappella Community Awards) competition.
Now touring Fine Arts Halls and Jazz Festivals internationally, m-pact has appeared on four continents -- Europe, SE Asia, North Africa, and across the US and Canada, opening and/or performing for pop superstars such as Sheryl Crow, Kenny Loggins, and Bobby McFerrin, as well as with jazz legends from Ray Charles and Natalie Cole to Kenny G and the Woody Herman Orchestra.
Around the world, mesmerized audiences buzz from the thrill of m-pact's unbelievable vocal acrobatics and delightful orchestrations, their polished, yet authentic stage presence, and the true, artistic experience they create by the human voice alone. These pros deliver successful events of every size for promoters of every kind; rarely is m-pact is not immediately re-booked for return engagements.
Each of m-pact’s four original CD’s have received rave reviews and multiple awards, including Best Pop/R&B Song, Best Male Vocal, and Best Arrangement (Contemporary A Cappella Recording Artist Awards), as well as an Indie Nomination (the “Independent Grammy”) for Best Seasonal Album of 2000. Approximately 50,000 units have been sold between the three recordings. Two new CD’s are in production for 2004, one containing m-pact’s critically acclaimed, original pop compositions and the other, a jazz favorites collection.
Winners of BillBoard's prestigious "Best Unsigned Band" contest, Los Angeles-based vocal group m-pact has signed with indie specialty label Primarily A Cappella to release it's first, self-titled album for national distribution. Crowned Best Vocal Group at the 2005 LA Music Awards, this "vocal Cirque du Solei" infuses technicolor fantasy into m-pacts sophisticated sound. A truly kaleidoscopic mix of groove, soul, and funk crossed with human big band makes this all-voice sextet "one of the best jazz-pop vocal ensembles in the world" (San Francisco Chronicle). Drawing fans of every demographic, m-pact has been touring festivals and prestigious performing arts centers for over 10 years developing a large following and selling over 50,000 records worldwide. Pristine production, solid song-writing, and Stomp-like creativity are among the many strengths showcased in this much-anticipated, all-new studio release.
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Current member Rudy Cardenas can be seen in the 6th season of FOX's American Idol.
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ALBUM RELEASES:
It's All About Harmony!
II
The Carol Commission: A Christmas Collection
Live at The Triple Door
M-Pact EP
M-Pact
Rain
m-pact Lyrics
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Dawgs them be trapping in the rain, in the rain skrring through them lanes
You might catch us trapping in the rain, trapping in the rain hard work is in our veins
Swear one day my team gon make it rain, in the rain, dash it in the rain
All my dawgs be trapping in the
Flick dat weight
Dip dat lane
And I don't sit straight
You can't eat from my plate
I can see your a snake
Judas come in my way
Just know I'll lick that straight
Skrring round estates
Swear I gotta get that cake
Wear gloves no trace
Bally on no face
I ain't tryna catch no case
Pray to the lord everyday
That's amazing grace
Stop living your life in a haste
Cah time you can't pace
Your time will come just wait
M3GG4's coming hard you best brace
And your ship might break
Just stay clear of my way
Cah i'll get your shipment raped
Trapping in tha, in tha
We trapping in the rain
In tha, in tha
All of my dawgs them
Trapping in the rain, in the rain all my dreams I be slaying
Dawgs them be trapping in the rain, in the rain skrring through them lanes
You might catch us trapping in the rain, trapping in the rain hard work is in our veins
Swear one day my team gon make it rain, in the rain, dash it in the rain
All my dawgs be trapping in the
Rain
Swear your lil kitty look gift wrap
Open that present might rip dat
Call me big digga way I dig dat
All up in her neck like whiplash
Got two two bros that flip crack
And they'll run up on you with them big straps
Won't try with that gyal if she look clapped
Like cute faces like big backs
If I take your bitch she won't look back
I don't lick nutn na frig dat
Output you give is what you get back
So I grind hard I don't sit back
Output you give is what you get back
So I grind hard I don't sit back
If you spit up in the sky it gon spit back
Karma's behind you don't look back
If your playing with a blade you might get slash
Show me the money and the drug stash
I don't love cash but we all need cash
Right now the money is my wifey
Got me feeling comfy might breed dat
Trapping in tha, in tha
We trapping in the rain
In tha, in tha
All of my dawgs them
Trapping in the rain, in the rain all my dreams I be slaying
Dawgs them be trapping in the rain, in the rain skrring through them lanes
You might catch us trapping in the rain, trapping in the rain hard work is in our veins
Swear one day my team gon make it rain, in the rain, dash it in the rain
All my dawgs be trapping in the
Rain
The lyrics of "Rain" by M-Pact are centered around the theme of trapping or dealing drugs, which is done in any weather condition, even in the rain. The song mentions different activities involved in the drug trade such as flicking weight, driving around the estates and trapping through the lanes. The artist shows his willingness to work hard and make things happen for himself and his team, praying to the lord every day for his grace. The lyrics also contain warnings to stay clear of his way as he is focused on achieving his goals.
The language used in the song is slang-heavy and may be hard to understand for those unfamiliar with the culture of the streets. The lyrics represent the harsh realities of the struggle for survival and success in certain communities, exposing the reality of the illegal drug trade that is happening in our society.
Line by Line Meaning
Trapping in the rain, in the rain all my dreams I be slaying
I am hustling hard in difficult times and I am achieving my goals with determination.
Dawgs them be trapping in the rain, in the rain skrring through them lanes
My associates are also grinding hard in the same challenging circumstances, taking risks to succeed.
You might catch us trapping in the rain, trapping in the rain hard work is in our veins
We are constantly staying busy and working hard to gain success in our hustles, regardless of external conditions.
Swear one day my team gon make it rain, in the rain, dash it in the rain
I promise that one day me and my crew will achieve financial success, even in difficult times, and rain down the fruits of our labor.
All my dawgs be trapping in the rain
All of my associates are putting in hard work and taking risks to achieve success in tough conditions.
Flick dat weight
Move illegal substances for profit.
Dip dat lane
Drive at high speeds to evade scrutiny while engaging in illegal activities.
And I don't sit straight
I am constantly moving and working rather than resting.
Blud I sit back qway
I will never be idle; always finding ways to continue succeeding with my hustle.
You can't eat from my plate
My success is my own and cannot be shared.
I can see your a snake
I am aware of when someone is being deceitful or not to be trusted.
Judas come in my way
Someone may betray me like Judas betrayed Jesus.
Just know I'll lick that straight
I will swiftly and effectively handle any problems and overcome any obstacles.
Skrring round estates
Driving around wealthy neighborhoods to engage in illegal activities.
Swear I gotta get that cake
I must make money and succeed in my hustle.
Wear gloves no trace
I am covering my tracks and taking precautions to avoid any evidence being left behind.
Bally on no face
Wearing a balaclava to conceal my identity while engaging in illegal activities.
I ain't tryna catch no case
I am trying to avoid getting caught and facing legal consequences for my actions.
Pray to the lord everyday
I ask God to keep me safe and continue to bless me with success.
That's amazing grace
God's blessings and mercies are amazing and beyond comprehension.
Stop living your life in a haste
Don't rush through life and make mistakes. Take your time and think things through.
Cah time you can't pace
Time moves on its own and can't be controlled.
Your time will come just wait
Success will come with patience and perseverance, but it takes time.
M3GG4's coming hard you best brace
I am pushing hard and coming with everything I have, so those who oppose me need to be prepared for what's coming.
And your ship might break
Those who oppose me may not be able to handle the pressure and might crack under the strain.
Just stay clear of my way
Stay out of my path and don't try to stop me.
Cah i'll get your shipment raped
I will illegally take your valuable goods and sell them for a profit.
Swear your lil kitty look gift wrap
Your romantic partner looks very attractive and desirable.
Open that present might rip dat
Take off their clothes for intimacy.
Call me big digga way I dig dat
Refer to me as the man who knows how to please a woman.
All up in her neck like whiplash
Kissing and touching the sensitive parts of a woman's neck during intimacy.
Got two two bros that flip crack
I have two associates who sell illegal substances for profit.
And they'll run up on you with them big straps
My associates will aggressively confront and threaten anyone who tries to interfere with their illegal activities.
Won't try with that gyal if she look clapped
I won't try to pursue an unattractive woman.
Like cute faces like big backs
I am attracted to beautiful faces and curvy bodies.
If I take your bitch she won't look back
If I steal someone's romantic partner, they will not try to return to their ex-partner.
I don't lick nutn na frig dat
I don't waste my time on anything that isn't profitable.
Output you give is what you get back
What you put in, you get out.
So I grind hard I don't sit back
I am constantly working hard to succeed and won't take breaks.
If you spit up in the sky it gon spit back
What goes around, comes around - if you do something bad, it will likely come back to you.
Karma's behind you don't look back
The consequences of your actions will follow you, so be careful what you do.
If your playing with a blade you might get slash
If you engage in violent activity, you might get injured.
Show me the money and the drug stash
The importance of money and illegal substances in my life.
I don't love cash but we all need cash
Money isn't everything, but it is necessary to survive and live comfortably.
Right now the money is my wifey
Money is the most important thing in my life right now and takes priority over everything else.
Got me feeling comfy might breed dat
Because I have money, I feel more comfortable and satisfied, and may consider starting a family.
Trapping in tha, in tha
Hustling in challenging conditions.
We trapping in the rain
We are hustling even in bad weather conditions.
All of my dawgs them
All of my associates are also hustling and working hard with me.
Trapping in the rain, in the rain all my dreams I be slaying
Despite adversity, I am working hard and succeeding in achieving my dreams.
Dawgs them be trapping in the rain, in the rain skrring through them lanes
My associates are also working hard to succeed, taking risks and speeding through the streets.
You might catch us trapping in the rain, trapping in the rain hard work is in our veins
We are always working hard to achieve success, even in difficult times.
Swear one day my team gon make it rain, in the rain, dash it in the rain
I promise that one day me and my crew will achieve financial success, even in difficult times, and rain down the fruits of our labor.
All my dawgs be trapping in the rain
All of my associates are working hard to grind and achieve success, even in tough conditions.
Rain
Symbolizes tough and challenging conditions, but also the resilience and perseverance required to succeed in them.
Lyrics © DistroKid, MARC COPLAND D/B/A MARALCO MUSIC
Written by: Mictroy Mitchell
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