Slam

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About Slam

"Slam" is a song by American hip hop group Onyx. It was released on May 11, 1993 by JMJ Records and Rush Associated Labels as the second single from Onyx's debut album, Bacdafucup. The song introduced slamdancing into hip-hop. "Slam" was Onyx's breakthrough single, making it to number 4 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and was the group's second straight single to make it to number 1 on the Hot Rap Singles for two weeks. The single was first certified Gold on July 7, 1993, before being certified Platinum on August 10, 1993. According to group member Fredro Starr, the song has sold about 5 million copies. The song was sampled by more than 25 rap artists including GZA, Eminem, PMD, Shaquille O'Neal and Krazy Drayz of Das EFX. The song has been used in movies such as How High and television shows such as The Cleveland Show, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and Lip Sync Battle as well as numerous commercials, including Nike, ESPN, SoBe and Gatorade. The song was included in the soundtrack for a basketball simulation video game NBA 2K18. 


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1993
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Slam, da duh duh, da duh duh
Let the boys be boys
Slam, da duh duh, da duh duh
Make noise b-boys

Well it’s another one, in the gutter one, ghetto running em
Troublesome, extra double dumb, I come to beat em
Defeat em and mistreat em, so what if that I’m cheating
Now everybody wanna sound grimey (yeah I know)
I’ma show ya how, come on, all in together now
Yeah oh yeah yeah that’s how it gotta be
So stop trying to be loud as me 'cause you can't do that
Think about it, playing Russian roulette with an automatic
I bet my ass against the line the last bullet’s first on line
Stab and step and repping and run, packing a weapon is wild
Peace to the brother’s on Rikers Isle
Tough enough and trembling, blend in like a chameleon
Buck, bye tough guy, oh my god I’m so high
'Cause they say I rhyme, they say I look like a gremlin
But what does it take to make a kid make a million children slam

Slam, da duh duh, da duh duh
Let the boys be boys
Slam, da duh duh, da duh duh
Make noise b-boys
Slam, da duh duh, da duh duh
Let the boys be boys
Slam, da duh duh, da duh duh
Make noise b-boys

I’m the nitty, nasty, gritty smashing, never slow gassing
Strictly swift blast of the raspy-rasp fashion
That I provide, I abide the U.S.G
Besides the ghetto vibe, make me flip like Jekyll and Hyde
Of course, I come across with the pure for sure unadulterated uncut raw
Disgusted, busted, you wanna touch it, too hot
You forgot, you’re not ready, your head could get ruptured
Hit between the eyes, I plan to vandalize
I supply the static, I run with the bad guys
The villains, crooks, highlighters and the fighters
See the big black picture if you look inside of my mind
It’s graphic, expressed it drastic
So kill the copycat act kid, it’s all mastered
Directed it, when y'all least expected it
And thought it was safe, Onyx hit you in the face so slam

Slam, da duh duh, da duh duh
Let the boys be boys
Slam, da duh duh, da duh duh
Make noise b-boys
Slam, da duh duh, da duh duh
Let the boys be boys
Slam, da duh duh, da duh duh
Make noise b-boys

I’m a b-boy, standing in my b-boy stance
Hurry up and give me the microphone before I bust in my pants
The mad author of anguish, my language polluted
Onyx is heavyweight and still undisputed
You took the words right out my mouth now walk a mile in my shoes
I paid so many dues, I feel used and abused and I’m so confused
Excuse me, for example I’m an inspiration of a whole generation
And unless you got ten sticky fingers it’s an imitation
A figment of your imagination
Bu-bu-bu-but wait it gets worse
I’m not watered down so I’m dying of thirst
Coming through with a scam, foolproof plan
B-boys make some noise, and just, just slam

Slam, da duh duh, da duh duh
Make noise b-boys
Slam, da duh duh, da duh duh
Let the boys be boys
Slam, da duh duh, da duh duh
Make noise b-boys
Slam, da duh duh, da duh duh
Make noise b-boys
Slam, da duh duh, da duh duh
Let the boys be boys
Slam, da duh duh, da duh duh
Make noise b-boys
Slam, da duh duh, da duh duh
Let the boys be boys
Slam, da duh duh, da duh duh
Make noise b-boys, slam da duh duh

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Onyx

Onyx is a banded variety of chalcedony. The colors of its bands range from white to almost every color (save some shades, such as purple or blue). Commonly, specimens of onyx contain bands of black and/or white. more »

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Written by: KIRK JONES, FRED JR. SCRUGGS, TYRONE TAYLOR, JASON WILLIAM MIZELL, CHYLOW M. PARKER

Lyrics © Roba Music Verlag GMBH, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Release
"Slam" is a song by the American hip hop group Onyx. It was released on May 11, 1993, as the second single from their debut studio album, "Bacdafucup."
Chart Success
The song proved to be a major success for the group, peaking at number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 1 on the Hot Rap Singles chart.
Influence
With its high-energy, aggressive style, "Slam" is often credited as one of the songs that helped popularize the "hardcore" rap style that became prevalent in the mid-90s.
Music Video
The music video for "Slam" was directed by Parris Mayhew, a member of the hardcore punk band Cro-Mags, and features the group performing at a chaotic, unruly concert.
Platinum Status
In the United States, "Slam" was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), indicating sales over a million copies.
Alternative Version
An alternative version of the song, called "Slam (Bionyx Remix)", was included on the soundtrack to the 1994 movie "Street Fighter."
Sports Usage
"Slam" has also been frequently used in sports contexts. It was the theme song for the 1998 World Cup and has been played at numerous NBA games.
International Success
Outside the United States, "Slam" reached the top 40 in various countries including the UK, Netherlands, Germany, and Australia.
Legacy
"Slam" remains Onyx's best-known song and a signature anthem in the hip-hop genre. It has also been covered or sampled by various artists over the years.
Award Recognition
The song's success led to Onyx winning Soul Train’s best rap album of the year in 1993.

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