Norf Norf

Vince Staples

About Norf Norf

"Norf Norf" is a song recorded by American rapper Vince Staples for his debut double studio album, Summertime '06. It was produced by Clams Casino, and released on June 22, 2015 by ARTium Recordings and Def Jam Recordings. It did not peak in any major chart. It received widespread acclaim by critics and was placed on several year-end lists. In February 2018, the song was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).


Year:
2015
3:03
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Bitch you thirsty, please grab a Sprite
My Crips lurkin', don't die tonight
I just want to dance wit' you, baby
Just don't move too fast, I'm too crazy
Man down, down the ave and get shaded
Take a nigga mind off that
We can dip, f*ck in the whip, slide right back
In the function, one wrong word, start bustin'
Put that on my Yankee hat
I'm a gangsta Crip, f*ck gangsta rap
Where the ladies at? Where the hoes? Where the bitches?
Every real nigga know the difference
Bandana brown like the dope daddy shootin' in the kitchen
Real Norfside nigga, never went to Poly, Wilson or Cabrillo
Cocaine color of a creole
T-scrap movin' for the d-lo, what he know?

I ain't never ran from nothin' but the police
From the city where the skinny carry strong heat
Norfside, Long Beach, Norfside, Long Beach

Hit the corner, make a dollar flip
And split the dollars wit' my mama children
Folks need Porsches, hoes need abortions
I just need y'all out of my business
Never no problem, playin' no pitches
Never no problem, sprayin' no witnesses
No face, no case, been wit' the shit
Hopped out broad day then emptied clips
Cut class cause it wasn't 'bout cash
School wasn't no fun, couldn't bring my gun
Know when change gon' come like Obama would say
But they shootin' everyday 'round my mama and them way
So we put a AK where Kiana and them stay
And that's for any nigga say he got a problem wit' me
How I'm Crippin' where I'm livin', come and follow me
Pistol poppin', Poppy Street

I ain't never ran from nothin' but the police
From the city where the skinny carry strong heat
Northside, Long Beach, Northside, Long Beach

Nate Dogg still here cause of niggas like me
Police still scared cause of niggas like me
In the hood like a dollar sweet tea or a Louis Burger
You ain't wit' the business, nigga
Who you murdered? You ain't heard of Coldchain
Best thang, smokin' out the city
Ridin' 'round wit' the same shotgun that shot Ricky
Lil' nigga should've zig-zagged, then he got his back wet
Now he runnin' Norfside, niggas better fact-check
Frontin' wit' the gun talk, I ain't heard a clap yet
All my niggas from street, they a nigga best yes
'Cept for Little Halftime, Brody bangin' five blocks
Sorry, I hit your homie five times, better grab chalk
Did it, got away with it out the Civic
We Crippin', Long Beach City, pay a visit
Park Ramona, pop blocked a corner
Givin' hell 'til it's frozen over, I ain't never ran from nothin'

I ain't never ran from nothin' but the police
From the city where the skinny carry strong heat
Northside, Long Beach, Northside, Long Beach

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Vince Staples

Vincent Jamal Staples (born July 2, 1993) is an American rapper and actor from the Ramona Park area of North Long Beach, California. He is a member of the hip hop trio Cutthroat Boyz alongside fellow Californian rappers Aston Matthews and Joey Fatts. Staples was once a close associate of Odd Future, in particular Mike G and Earl Sweatshirt. He is currently signed to Blacksmith Records, ARTium Recordings and Def Jam Recordings. Staples rose to prominence with appearances on albums by Odd Future members and his collaborative mixtape titled Stolen Youth with Mac Miller, who produced the project. In October 2014, he released his debut EP Hell Can Wait, which included the singles "Hands Up" and "Blue Suede". His debut album, Summertime '06, was released on June 30… more »

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Written by: Michael Volpe, Vince Staples

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"Norf Norf" is a song by American rapper Vince Staples from his debut double album "Summertime '06," which was released in 2015.
Production Information
The song was produced by Clams Casino, a well-respected figure in the world of electronic music and hip-hop production.
Lyrics Theme
In "Norf Norf," Vince Staples raps about his harsh upbringing in North Long Beach, California, hence the title "Norf Norf" which is a stylized way of saying North North or North Long Beach.
Billboard Performance
"Norf Norf" managed to reach number 29 on Billboard's R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart, showcasing its popularity.
Viral Video
In 2016, an emotional reaction video by a Christian mother listening to "Norf Norf" went viral, which brought the song additional attention.
Criticism and Controversy
Despite the song's popularity, "Norf Norf" has been criticized for its graphic depiction of gang culture and violence. Staples acknwoledged the controversy but insisted that he is just reporting the reality of his upbringing.
Accolades
"Norf Norf" was largely praised by music critics, with Pitchfork naming the song as "Best New Track" upon release and placing it at number 115 on its list of the 200 best songs of the 2010s.
Usage in Media
The song has appeared in numerous forms of media, including the soundtrack for "Madden NFL 17," further cementing its influence.
Popularity on Streaming Services
On Spotify, as of 2022, the song has been streamed over 200 million times, demonstrating its continued popularity.
Musical Style
"Norf Norf" is known for its haunting, minimalist beat, Staples' lyrical storytelling ability, and the use of West Coast G-funk influences.

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