That's Gangsta
Shyne
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Hustler, bad motherfucker Brooklyn to the rucker, Cali and back Court cases pendin, all the blood drug money spendin Ferrari engines leave your whole fuckin block tremblin I'm what niggaz wanna be, a straight G Whore bitches wanna suck and f*ck for free I'm Alpo, before you snitch dog I switch lines and rhymes faster than I switch cars Ghetto star, name ring in every hood Heartless villain, money driven killin and bury my opposition, for a pot to piss in Knickerbock position, listen A hundred carats in the watch (THAT'S GANGSTA) Gettin skull off in the parkin lot (THAT'S GANGSTA) Feel the knot when you loft (THAT'S GANGSTA) Takin over spots and blocks (THAT'S GANGSTA) A hundred carats in the watch (THAT'S GANGSTA) Gettin skull off in the parkin lot (THAT'S GANGSTA) Feel the knot when you loft (THAT'S GANGSTA) Takin over spots and blocks (THAT'S GANGSTA) I got a question; as serious as cancer Where da fuckin safe at? Somebody better answer before I start killin and fillin these double-I slugs in your mug then you spittin up blood Got dead gangstas rollin over like, "Yo this nigga cold" The way he cut his coke is murder game to his flow Rich is, my only reason for bein, shit I never had hope, until I sold dope Drug game is infectious, got me livin reckless Feds get uptight when they see my watch and necklace glow, f*ck 'em, they can't catch me Murder and money, 'til they throw my ashes in the sea A hundred carats in the watch (THAT'S GANGSTA) Gettin skull off in the parkin lot (THAT'S GANGSTA) Feel the knot when you loft (THAT'S GANGSTA) Takin over spots and blocks (THAT'S GANGSTA) A hundred carats in the watch (THAT'S GANGSTA) Gettin skull off in the parkin lot (THAT'S GANGSTA) Feel the knot when you loft (THAT'S GANGSTA) Takin over spots and blocks (THAT'S GANGSTA) Mac-10's, crush rocks and drops The best respect, the feds only f*ck cops Coke price raisin, task force raidin Bustin at secret agents runnin up out the Days Inn Roller, diamonds and mack-milla's Fillers and loud pipes for all my killers Money hungry honies around, the killer streets and the law The opium and the raw, that's what I live for For cuttin yea, never for today Extended magazines shootouts and ricochets Play a role and catch a bullethole, pop your blood vessels Ain't gonna wait before the smoke settles A hundred carats in the watch (THAT'S GANGSTA) Gettin skull off in the parkin lot (THAT'S GANGSTA) Feel the knot when you loft (THAT'S GANGSTA) Takin over spots and blocks (THAT'S GANGSTA) A hundred carats in the watch (THAT'S GANGSTA) Gettin skull off in the parkin lot (THAT'S GANGSTA) Feel the knot when you loft (THAT'S GANGSTA) Takin over spots and blocks (THAT'S GANGSTA) Money in brown paper bags (THAT'S GANGSTA) Servin fiends on the ave (THAT'S GANGSTA) Menage red labels (THAT'S GANGSTA) Honies with diamonds up in they navel (THAT'S GANGSTA) Showin love to your hood (THAT'S GANGSTA) Leavin cowards layin where they stood (THAT'S GANGSTA) Floodin your homey's commisary up (THAT'S GANGSTA) Never missin when we bust (THAT'S GANGSTA) Money in brown paper bags (THAT'S GANGSTA) Servin fiends on the ave (THAT'S GANGSTA) Menage red labels (THAT'S GANGSTA) Honies with diamonds up in they navel (THAT'S GANGSTA) Showin love to your hood (THAT'S GANGSTA)
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Written by: JAMAL BARROW, SEAN COMBS, FOSTER EMERSON SYLVERS, MARIO WINANS, MARIO MENDELL WINANS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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13 facts about this song
Artist Background"That's Gangsta" is by Shyne, who is a Belizean rapper who was initially recognized for his affiliation with Bad Boy Records and is known for his distinctive, gravelly voice.
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Album InformationThe song is included in Shyne's debut self-titled album, "Shyne," which was released on September 26, 2000.
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Billboard Ranking"That's Gangsta", released as a single in 2000, peaked at number 47 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
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ProducerThe track was produced by the duo EZ Elpee & Midi Mafia who are well-known in the industry for producing several successful hip-hop tracks.
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Shyne's ImprisonmentShortly after the release of this song, Shyne was sentenced to 10 years in prison for his involvement in a nightclub shooting, which profoundly affected his career.
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Song CompositionThis song, "That's Gangsta," embodies traditional East Coast gangsta rap with its vivid storytelling and grimy beats.
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InspirationThe song was inspired by Shyne's life experiences and perspectives on the street life and culture surrounding him.
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ControversialThe song was controversial due to its graphic lyrics and glorification of the gangsta lifestyle.
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CensorshipSome radio stations refused to play the song because of its explicit content.
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FeatureDespite the controversy, the song was featured in several video games, including "Grand Theft Auto III" radio station Game FM, adding to its popularity among the younger generation.
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Becoming Signature"That's Gangsta" has since become one of Shyne's signature songs, reflecting his authentic street persona and solidifying his place in the realm of hardcore hip hop.
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ImpactThe song's lyrics have been both praised and criticized for their raw, uncompromising depiction of gangster lifestyle, making a strong impact on the hip-hop community and providing a platform for discussions on violence and morality in music.
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CollaborationDespite Shyne's imprisonment, the song's popularity led to several remixes and collaborations with other artists, further cementing its cultural influence.
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