Until We Rich
Krayzie Bone, Ice Cube
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Nigga the mission's to get what you don't got The struggle it don't stop, until we drop Krayzie Bone and Ice Cube.. The best thing in life in life is life (uh-huh, uh-huh) Get your mind right, and get your grind right (we gotta keep goin) Hey young thugs (we gotta keep goin) Get your mind right, and get your grind right Hey young thugs.. Get your mind right, and get your grind right Look into my eyes if you wanna know me Before you hypnotized, homey what do you see A figure that's just a little bigger than dealers A hustler countin figures ain't pulled no triggers Can you dig us, we be the ultimate lick We's the hitters, that make the ultimate hits Kinda floss-ey, kinda boss-ey It's gotta be done my way, do what the {f*ck} I say Top of the pyramid, homey what I tell you If you leave this Westside umbrella you hit the cellar Bring me my slippers, black robe, and my globe and I could rule the world with my eyes closed (with my eyes closed..) See the mission's to get what we don't got until we filthy rich and on top -- -- you betta go get it, it's yours Nigga the mission's to get what you don't got The struggle it don't stop until we drop Krazyie Bone and Ice Cube See the mission's to get what we don't got until we filthy rich and on top -- -- you betta go get it, it's yours Nigga the mission's to get what you don't got The struggle it don't stop until we drop To all the little homies that's watchin TV I see you tryin to be a O.G. like me Chasin dreams, pullin mo' schemes for wealth But the best thing in life is health, be yourself playa Television it'll keep yo' ass wishin forever You'll never get you life together Don't talk about death, I got too much life to live Too many orders to give -- what it is, showbiz Taught you what a trick and a hoe is (WHAT?) Showed you what a Six-ty Fo' is (WHAT?) Lord knows, "In God We Trust" and everybody in the world wanna be like us (everybody) See the mission's to get what we don't got until we filthy rich and on top -- -- you betta go get it, it's yours Nigga the mission's to get what you don't got The struggle it don't stop until we drop Krazyie Bone and Ice Cube See the mission's to get what we don't got until we filthy rich and on top -- -- you betta go get it, it's yours Nigga the mission's to get what you don't got The struggle it don't stop until we drop To the kids of the world that's waitin for wealth Waitin for health, you better do for self Homey that's yo' last cup Forget about the fast buck; boy, get you ass up People use yo' brain to gain Do something that ain't never been done; and we can spend hun's Wipe our ass with twenties, light our joints with ones Throw away the guns, have nuttin but fun And homey we could do that {shit}! Police have a fit, when yo' paper's legit We gotta get off the phone, we gotta teach our own Send your baby to school and she'll come back grown We got to talk to our grandma's And she'll help us throught them dark halls, and them pitfalls Everybody know we got the world to gain We got to stop the pain, lord stop the rain See the mission's to get what we don't got until we filthy rich and on top -- -- you betta go get it, it's yours Nigga the mission's to get what you don't got The struggle it don't stop until we drop Krazyie Bone and Ice Cube See the mission's to get what we don't got until we filthy rich and on top -- -- you betta go get it, it's yours Nigga the mission's to get what you don't got The struggle it don't stop until we drop Keep goin, little homey why you slowin? Keep rollin, little homey why you slowin? Keep rollin, little homey why you slowin? Keep rollin, rollin, rollin, rollin Hey young thugs, the world is yours.. Hey young thugs, the world is yours.. Hey young thugs, the world is yours.. Yeah young thug, the world is yours.. Hey young thugs, the world is yours.. Hey young thugs, the world is yours.. Hey young thugs, the world is yours.. (get your mind right, and get your grind right) Yeah young thug, the world is yours.. Hey young thugs, the world is yours.. (Ice Cube..) Hey young thugs, the world is yours.. (the best thing in life is life) Hey young thugs, the world is yours.. (I got to say it twice) Yeah young thug, the world is yours.. (the best thing in life is life) Hey young thugs, the world is yours.. (get your mind right, and get your grind right) Hey young thugs, the world is yours.. Hey young thugs, the world is yours.. Yeah young thug, the world is yours..
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Written by: LA FORREST COPE, O'SHEA JACKSON, ANTHONY HENDERSON, RICHARD WORLEY JR. SHELTON, LAURYN N. HILL, CHUCKY THOMPSON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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23 facts about this song
Song Classification"Until We Rich" is classified as a hip-hop song. It merges elements of West Coast rap and gangsta rap, genres for which Ice Cube is widely known.
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Artist BackgroundIce Cube, whose original name is O'Shea Jackson, is an American rapper, actor, and filmmaker. He began his career as a member of the influential hip-hop group N.W.A before venturing into a highly successful solo career.
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Release InformationThe song "Until We Rich" was released on February 16, 2000, as part of Ice Cube's sixth studio album, "War & Peace Vol. 2 (The Peace Disc)"
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Collaboration DetailsThe song features a guest appearance by fellow rapper Krayzie Bone from the group Bone Thugs-n-Harmony.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough "Until We Rich" did not break into the Billboard Hot 100, it performed well on the Rap Singles chart, peaking at number 17.
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Message of the SongThe predominant message of the song is the aspiration for financial success and material wealth. However, Ice Cube also emphasizes the importance of investing time and energy into personal development and pursuing a more significant happiness beyond materialistic gains.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Until We Rich" features a futuristic setting, with Ice Cube and Krayzie Bone performing in an urban sci-fi environment.
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Production CreditsProduced by Carl "Chucky" Thompson and Ice Cube, the track uses an interpolation from the song "Love Rollercoaster" performed by Ohio Players.
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Cultural ImpactThe song showcases Ice Cube's ability to blend social commentary and more commercial hip-hop, reflecting the ongoing evolution of the genre at the time.
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Notable LyricsOne of the most memorable lines from "Until We Rich" is "God, come save the youth/Ain’t nothin else to do but have faith in you."
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Public ReceptionMany fans and critics praised the song for its blend of meaningful lyrics and catchy hooks, making it a standout track on the album.
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Current RelevanceWhile the song was released over two decades ago, its themes of aspiration, struggle, and success continue to serve as relevant topics in contemporary hip-hop and broader society.
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Album Release"Until We Rich" is a song that features on Ice Cube's fifth studio album, 'War & Peace Vol. 2 (The Peace Disc)', released in 2000.
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Featured ArtistThe song includes vocals by Krayzie Bone, a popular American rapper, and member of the hip-hop group "Bone Thugs-n-Harmony."
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Billboard Performance"Until We Rich" performed well on the charts. It reached number 50 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
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Music StyleFamiliar with Ice Cube's versatile style, the song combines elements of hardcore rap, gangsta rap and R&B effectively, creating a unique soundscape of Cube's lyrical manipulation.
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Lyrics MessageThe lyrics of "Until We Rich" radiate the optimistic message Ice Cube had for his community, highlighting the importance of amassing wealth, knowledge, and respect rather than getting caught in a cycle of violence.
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Positive MessageIce Cube intended for the song to serve as a form of motivation and inspiration for those who feel trapped in difficult circumstances. The song aims to ignite the spirit of ambition and perseverance against all odds.
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Music VideoA video was shot for the song which depicted a series of dramatic events. It showed the potentials of the youth members of the community, reminding them of their capabilities.
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Production TeamThe song was produced by an influential West Coast hip-hop producer, Laylaw, known for his work with artists such as Dr. Dre, Tupac Shakur, and Eazy-E.
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Song ImpactWhile it came at the later part of Ice Cube's career, "Until We Rich" still succeeded in leaving an impact and reminding fans of the rapper's prowess both for storytelling and rhythm.
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Pop Culture ReferencesThe song has been featured in the crime film "Next Day Air" released in 2009, signaling the influence and connectivity of Ice Cube's music on popular culture.
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Rarity"Until We Rich" can be seen as a rarer Ice Cube track where he drops his hardcore persona in favor of a more thoughtful and introspective tone.
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