How I Could Just Kill a Man
Cypress Hill, Ice-T
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It's another one of them ol' funky Cypress Hill things You know whatI'msayin? And it goes like this Hey don't miss out on what you're passing You're missing the hoota of the funky Buddha Eluder or the fucked up styles to get wicked So come on as cypress starts to kick it Cuz we're like the outlaw stridin suckers are hidin' Jump behind the bush when they see me driving By, hangin out my window And my magnum takin out some puto's Acting kinda loco, I'm just another local Kid from from the street getting paid for my vocals Here is something you can't understand, how I could just kill a man I'm ignoring all the dumb shit Yo, because I bet it's comin' from it I'm not gonna waste no time Fuckin' around like I got ya hummin Hummin' comin' at cha And you know I had to gat ya Time for some action, just a fraction of friction I got the clearance to run the interference Into your satellite, shining a battle light Swing out the gat, and I know that will gat ya right Here's an example, just a little sample How I could just kill a man! One-time tried to come in my home Take my chrome, I said "Yo, it's on Take cover son, or you're ass-out How you like my chrome?", then I watched the rookie pass out Didn't have to blast out, but I did anyway Hahaha, that young punk had to pay So I just killed a man! Here is something you can't understand, how I could just kill a man It's gonna be a long time before I finish One of the many missions that I have to establish To light my spliff, ignite ya with these sights And if you ain't down: bullshit! Say some punk try to get you for your auto Would you call the one-time, play the role model? No, I think you play like a thug Next hear the shot of a Magnum slug Hummin', comin' at cha Yeah ya know I'm gonna gat ya How you know where I'm at when you haven't been where I've been Understand where I'm coming from When you're up on the hill, in your big home I'm out here, risking my dome Just for a bucket, or a fast ducat Just to stay alive, aiyyo I gotta say "f*ck it" Here is something you can't understand How I could just kill a man Here is something you can't understand, how I could just kill a man All I wanted was a Pepsi
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Written by: Rudy Archuleta, Lowell Fulsom, Lamont Holbdy, Hugh Mc Cracken, Larry E Muggerud, Rod Navarro, Morris J Taft
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11 facts about this song
Genre Classification"How I Could Just Kill Man" by Cypress Hill is a hip-hop song. It's a fusion of rap and Latino influences, which makes it a standout in the genre.
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Debut AlbumThe song is from Cypress Hill's self-titled debut studio album. The album was released in August 1991 by Ruffhouse Records and Columbia Records.
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Members of the GroupCypress Hill is an American hip-hop group composed of B Real, DJ Muggs, Sen Dog, and Eric Bobo (who joined later). They are known for their innovative style, which blends elements of rap, rock, and Latin music.
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Song InspirationThe song's title, "How I Could Just Kill a Man," is partially inspired by a line from the 1989 Spike Lee film "Do the Right Thing," where a character says, "I could kill someone today."
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Song ThemeThe lyrics and the video for the song discuss the hardships and realities of living in crime-ridden neighborhoods or ghettos, a common aspect of the lives of the group members growing up.
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First Single"How I Could Just Kill a Man" was the debut single of Cypress Hill, effectively putting them on the map in the world of hip-hop and propelling them towards stardom.
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Charts PerformanceThis song peaked at number 77 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. Despite not reaching the top of the charts, it's still considered a classic and important song in the history of hip-hop.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several artists, most notably by Rage Against the Machine on their 2000 album, "Renegades."
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Music VideoThe music video for "How I Could Just Kill a Man" was directed by Ice Cube and features cameo appearances from other members of the West Coast hip-hop scene, including Ice T and Flavor Flav.
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Influence on MusicThis song, like many others from Cypress Hill, is known for its dark, menacing beat, which became a signature of the group's sound and inspired many hip-hop artists to come.
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Usage in Media"How I Could Just Kill a Man" has been used in numerous films and video games, including the popular Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, where it features on the fictional radio station Radio Los Santos.
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