Bow Down
Westside Connection, Ice Cube
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The world is mine nigga get back Don't f*ck with my stack the gage is racked About to drop the bomb I am the motherfucking don Big fish in a small pond Now the feds want to throw the book at the crook But I shook they worm and they hook Guppies hold they breath they want to miss me When I am tipsey Running everything west of the Mississippi Its the unseen pulling strings wit my pinky ring We got your woman so pucker up Fo we f*ck her up Bow down before I make a phone call Got 25 niggas running up on y'all Fo the cheese we want them keys Everybody freeze on ya knees butt naked please Before any of you guppies get heart Nigga rewind my part and (Bow Down) I take ten steps and I draw Now who's dissing the mad ass Inglewood Addition I bust like a pimple my mind is ill mental The Westside connects with me and south central And a drag from the zig zag can't f*ck with the Philly's Holding down the wild west like a kid they Call Billy Once again it's Mack 10 the gold crown hold of Strong as a Coca-Cola with a crome pistola Now who want to fuss so I can buss when I cuss My look bring you fear with gear deom the Surplus Since a teen I chased the green the crack scene King Lolos Cornishes and Bagguetts on my pieces So recognize these real G's take the cheese The west side connection keep it rolling like gold D's Three Wheeling and Dealing is like the California Style But in the mean while in my town you got to Bow Bow Down when you come to my town Bow down when we west-ward bound 'cause We ain't no haters like you Bow Down to some nigga's that's greater than You Well it's that chuck wearing still sporting a Beanie the shadiest Nigga in the click who want to see me as I slide My locs on let My khakis hang west side connect gang bing bing Bang run away run Away or get yo punk ass sprayed by this H double O to D to the S.T.A f*ck hiding it I am gang related simple and Plain which Means I could give a f*ck about you nigga's in The rap game Flashy nigga's get stuck up beat the f*ck up when You come around Keep your chain tucked from this zero zero's Affiliated f*ck a Studio lyricist I'm real with this talk the talk Walk the walk Dis me on wax and I am trying to saw your whole fucking Head off Nigga I'm platinum bond so bitch shut up punk all yea Could kiss my converse like sh'o 'nough Bow Down when you come to my town Bow down when we west-ward bound 'cause We ain't no haters like you Bow Down to some nigga's that's greater than You (Yea lemme tell you something) (gangster's make the world go round) (you ain't gotta clown) (But if you living on the west side of yo town) (Make them other fool's bow down)
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Written by: STEPHEN ANDERSON, WILLIAM N CALHOUN, O'SHEA N JACKSON, DEDRICK D'MON N ROLISON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group
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12 facts about this song
Release Information"Bow Down" is an influential hip hop song released on August 13, 1996. It was the debut single and title track from the album "Bow Down" by Westside Connection, a hip hop supergroup consisting of Ice Cube, WC, and Mack 10.
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Lyrical Theme"Bow Down" is a track that conveys the supremacy of West Coast hip hop. The lyrics are about the group's pride for their hometown of Los Angeles, the West Coast's dominance, and its influence over the hip hop industry.
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Chart PerformanceThe single did well commercially, peaking at number 21 on the US Billboard Hot 100. It reached number one on the Billboard Hot Rap Tracks, which is an ideal performance for any hip hop song.
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Album SuccessThe album "Bow Down," from which the song is taken, debuted at number 2 on the Billboard 200, which shows its mainstream popularity. It was also a commercial success, earning a platinum certification.
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Legacy and Influence"Bow Down" is considered one of Westside Connection's signature tracks. It played a significant role in establishing the supremacy of West Coast hip hop in the mid-1990s.
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Recorded AtThe gangsta rap song was produced by Bud'da and recorded at the Westlake Recording Studios, in Los Angeles, California.
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Music VideoDirected by Gregory Dark, the music video portrays the Westside Connection's dominance and status in the hip-hop industry, consistent with the lyrical themes of the song.
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Noted LyricsThe famous lyrics, "the world is mine, get back. Don't mess with my stack, the gauge is racked," epitomize the song's strong territorial sentiment and aggressive undertone.
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Group Recognition"Bow Down" brought Westside Connection significant recognition in the hip hop world, marking them as a powerful force in the music industry.
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Unique SoundThe song features a blend of hard-hitting lyrics with G-funk influences in its production, showcasing the unique sound of West Coast hip-hop during the 1990s.
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Controversial ImpactThe "Bow Down" album, and especially its title track, stirred controversy due to its violent lyrics and depiction of gang life. Despite this, or perhaps because of it, both the song and album remain iconic pieces of West Coast hip-hop history.
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Impact on Ice Cube's CareerAs a part of Westside Connection, "Bow Down" brought Ice Cube further success, solidifying his reputation as a significant figure not just in solo work but also in group performances.
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