The Streets

WC, Westside Connection

About The Streets

"The Streets" is a song by American rapper WC, released as the first single from his second studio album Ghetto Heisman (2002). The song features guest appearances from fellow rappers Snoop Dogg and Nate Dogg, and is produced by record producer Scott Storch, who helped write the song alongside the three rappers.


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Yeah
Turn the music up a little bit
Dah-dah-daaah
Uh, yea

Lah-dah-daaah
A little bit louder, right there

Dah-dah-daaah
In the name of the streets

Click click bu ya! Dub kicked the frame in (uh huh)
Nigga let the games begin, as I standin'
Tossed the tall can on a campus off the limital
Scanners takin' penitentiary chances
Sick wit it, off the ric wit it
Blue beenie knitted; freshly acquitted
Grind-grimey, the big body and the big body
Wit lyrics and 'draulics hotter than the Majave
Sellin', brubble bellin', career felon
Escalade 3-braid beer wearin'
F*ck it, I thug for free and thug to eat
Niggas call me "Home of Cake" cause I love the cheese
Gangstas, hustlas, pimps, if ya follow me
Let me see ya put them hands up like a robbery
I solemnly swear to stay down and slang the seed
I spit in the name of the streets

[Chorus]
I'm gonna roll (I'm gonna roll)
I'm gon' stay fly (I'm gonna stay fly)
I'm gonna bust (I'm gonna bust)
Hold my hood up high (throw my hood up high)
In the name of the streets
I'm gonna roll (I'm gonna roll)
I'm gon' rich ride (I'm goin' rich ride)
I'm gonna ball (I'm gonna ball)
Hold my hood up high
In the name of the streets

This is for them geniuz
Da best is my East niazz
Both sides street niazz
This is for them DJ's coast to coast movin' this
Spin-ni-nin them turntables that bomp the Ruvian
Smashous, best trap us for cash and dump a blunt at ya's
Outta the mix-classes, this is for them riders, ridin' for the mims
Ghetto ass niazz on them big shiny rims (uh huh)
Thrashin', you're back at ya, bring a debassa'
Got dropping on your drastic, another hood classic
Dump the "Ghetto Heisman" singing "more cabbage"
A street niazz livin' on seek and kill status
Unlock the racked Def Jam cock it back
Recess is over, I want my spot back
Who's the next? I preceded to blow coming at 'em
I'm in a mink coat and Spacey gat 'em
You're lookin' at 'em

[Chorus]

I told a woman I don't love her but she wants to go
I told another that I want her but she wants to hoe
I ain't a hater I'm a player so I fucked 'em both
In the name of the streets

Dah-dah-daaah
Yea 

Lah-dah-daaah
Dub-see 

Dah-dah-daaah
The "Ghetto Heisman"
[Nate Dogg] In the name of the streets
Swangin' through a hood near you

Lah-dah-daaah
Dah-dah-daaah
In the name of the streets

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WC

WC is an American rapper and actor who emerged from the West Coast hip hop scene. He is known for his gritty lyrics and distinctive vocal delivery. WC was a member of the rap group Westside Connection, which also included Ice Cube and Mack 10. He has released solo albums and collaborated with various artists throughout his career. more »

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Written by: CALVIN BROADUS, WILLIAM CALHOUN, NATHANIEL D HALE, JR., SCOTT STORCH, SCOTT SPENCER STORCH, J. GOODWIN / BERNARD FREEMAN / MARLON, PREMRO VONZELLAIRE SMITH

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
WC, born William L. Calhoun Jr., is an American rapper known for his collaborations with Ice Cube and his involvement in the West Coast hip-hop scene. He is the lead vocalist of the group, Westside Connection.
Song Origin
"The Streets" is quite popular and it was released by WC in the year 2002. The song is from his third studio solo album "Ghetto Heisman."
Album Chart Performance
"Ghetto Heisman” peaked at position #7 on the US Billboard 200 chart making it WC's most successful album to date.
Collaborations
The song features famous rapper Snoop Dogg and well-known producer Scott Storch.
Music Video
The music video for "The Streets" mainly features WC and Snoop Dogg riding around the city, symbolizing the street culture of their neighborhoods.
Genre
The song falls under the genre of "west coast hip hop" or "gangsta rap," a subgenre of hip hop that emerged in the mid- to late 1980s as a distinctive style associated with the West Coast of the U.S.
Popular Lyrics
The song is best recognized by its chorus: "Y'all know that's my gangsta strut, Y'all know that's my gangsta strut, Now bounce, rock rollerskate, Dip bounce, rock rollerskate."
Signature Style
WC's performance style is often characterized by a shuffling dance, known as the "C-Walk," which he uses in the music video for "The Streets".
Themes
Throughout "The Streets," WC explores various themes such as the struggles of life in the ghetto, loyalty among friends, and the realities of life in a gang.
Acclaim
"The Streets" is frequently considered one of WC's best songs, and has received critical acclaim for its catchy beat, lyrical depth, and the performances of WC and Snoop Dogg.

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