Do You Believe

The Beatnuts

About Do You Believe

"Do You Believe?" is the second single from Stone Crazy, a 1997 album by East Coast hip hop group the Beatnuts. It was released by Relativity Records as a single with "Give Me Tha Ass" as its b-side in 1997. The song is produced by The Beatnuts and features raps by Juju and Psycho Les. Juju begins the song with a verse about his "ghetto mentality," while Psycho Les raps a verse about partying and making music. Juju's verse was later sampled in the song "Dos Factotum" by Louis Logic, while Psycho Les' verse was sampled in "Bottom Feeders" by Smut Peddlers. The song's mournful beat contains a samples "Fueron Tres Anos" by Chilean band Los Ángeles Negros. "Do You Believe?" was the first single from Stone Crazy to chart; it reached number 27 on Hot Rap Singles and number 81 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs. Despite its relative commercial success, it is only featured on one of three Beatnuts hits compilations: 1999's World Famous Classics. 


Year:
1999
3:20
23 
#1

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Juju:

  Ayo  , its ill when i'm heated how my heart stay cold 
write a rhyme that make the gats around the world explode
now behold the burning malice of a treacherous soul
first time I shot a gun duke , I was 12 years old
But since then , I've never put it down my friend
she go to war when I tell her
f*ck a who , why , when , til the end
indeed its good to have and not need
even better when you can shoot back and not bleed
take heed , poppin like an El full of seed
my team is gettin bigger , got more mouths to feed
Shorty let me tell you bout my only vice
it got to do with lots of money and it ain't nothin nice
it ain't nothin nice

Chorus: (2x)
Ay , you believe in God?
you do , tell him to save you
cause me and these niggaz here
we ain't tryin to save you
regardless of the fact that its close to home
I gotta finish your life , so I can start my own

my own nigga

Psycho Les:

Ayo , my audios guaranteed to lift the audience
it was that time again
so we gathered up 40 men
40 ounces , trees burning , heads bouncin
dollars is the mission
sittin in the yoga position
isolate my mind from your bitchin
pulp fiction
lose you in the mix in
lets get this poppin , lock down the top 10
knockin pretty boy cats on they ass each time we drop kid
yeah , you know how we comin
raw grooves with the funky drum drummin
and when my song goes off
you'll still be hummin
noddin your head , or singin my chorus
the after midnight feen
the 4 in the morning blunt feen
peelin dutches
fill em in like taco shells
willing judges
wheeling jake with half a cake in my coat
pointin gats like remotes
at cats with federal notes
tossin bodies off boats

chorus (2x)

our own nigga , our own

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The Beatnuts

The Beatnuts are a New York-based hip hop group and production duo from Queens, New York City. Its current members are JuJu and Psycho Les. JuJu (born Jerry Tineo on December 4, 1968) is Dominican American from Corona and Psycho Les (born Lester Fernandez on April 10, 1972) is a Colombian American from Jackson Heights. The Beatnuts are the only Latino members of the Native Tongues collective. Although only peripheral members, they are routinely acknowledged by Q-Tip. The Beatnuts were originally a trio before Kool Fashion, now known as Al' Tariq, left the group to start a solo career. The Mighty V.I.C. (Groove Merchantz, Ghetto Pros) was also a member of The Beatnuts' production team for a while. more »

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Written by: NINA PERSSON, PETER ANDERS SVENSSON

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15 facts about this song

Authorship
The song "Do You Believe" was written by Lester Fernandez and Jerry Tineo, known better by their stage names Psycho Les and Juju, who together form The Beatnuts.
Album Appearance
"Do You Believe" appears on The Beatnuts' second studio album, titled “Street Level”.
Release Timeline
The song was released in 1994 as the second single off the album.
Music Style
The Beatnuts are known for their eclectic and quirky use of samples, and "Do You Believe" is no exception. It continues the group's legacy of merging traditional hip-hop with non-traditional sounds.
Sampling
The song makes a highly ingenious use of samples. It features a sample of "Do You Believe" by The Supreme Jubilees.
Critical Reception
Critics have praised "Do You Believe" for its catchy beats, memorable lyrics, and the creative use of sampling that is characteristic of The Beatnuts’ music.
Lyrics Theme
In "Do You Believe", The Beatnuts articulate issues about trust, loyalty, and believing in oneself.
Production
The song was produced by The Beatnuts themselves, showcasing their skill not just as rappers, but also as music producers.
Impact
"Do You Believe" helped The Beatnuts gain more recognition in the hip-hop community and encouraged their experimental approach to music-making.
Legacy
While The Beatnuts may not be as widely recognized as some hip-hop acts, tracks like "Do You Believe" have solidified their place in the genre's lineage, influencing subsequent generations of alternative rap artists.
Music Video
A music video was made for "Do You Believe", featuring The Beatnuts around various locations in New York City.
Live Performances
It is a fan favourite at The Beatnuts' live performances because of its energetic beat and lyrical hooks.
Cultural References
"Do You Believe" is often noted for its cultural references, adding to the song's relevancy and continued popularity in urban communities.
Influence
The unique sampling techniques used in the song have inspired numerous up-and-coming hip-hop artists and have been notably referenced in several music production workshops and seminars.
Success
Despite not charting, "Do You Believe" is considered one of the group's most successful songs due to its underground popularity and widespread critical acclaim.

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