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Thuggish Ruggish Bone Lyrics – Layzie Bone, Tia



Soundtrack Album: Rob Peace
Thuggish Ruggish Bone Text
[Produced by DJ U-Neek]

[Intro]
We're not against rap, we're not against rappers
But we are against those thugs

[Hook: Shatasha Williams]
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone

[Verse 1: Layzie Bone]
You're feelin' the strength of the rump, step up
Hear the funk of the jump that the thugstas feel
Just be thuggin', straight buzzin'
Lovin' your peoples cause we so real
Chill, better bring your weapon when steppin'
Bring on that ammunition, trip and don't slip
Not to mention, never knew no competition
But I gotta get mine
So scream out "Mo'!" and let me hear ya holla
Not about that mighty dollar
Roll with the Bone, Mo' Thugs will follow
Chain gang remaining the same
Flaming my dank and drinking brew
Thinking about that hanging, clocking my bank
And thuggin' with trues, foo's
[Hook: Shatasha Williams]
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone

[Verse 2: Wish Bone]
Get ready for the Bone and the Mo' Thug
Bustas, you know me as a hustla
Try to creep and get beat
Maybe six feet, peep, gotta put them under
Straitjackets, gotta make that money, man
It's still the same now
Bailin' in my black trench vest
You gotta be down to bang-bang
Come and get this teaching
You soldiers how thugstas must stack
Me drinkin' me brew 'til me skull crack
Wig blew all the way back

[Hook: Shatasha Williams]
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
[Verse 3: Krayzie Bone]
Now follow me now, roll, stroll off deep in the land
Well creep if you can
Take another swig to the brain rose
Loc'in, steady chokin' off that potent smoke
And running from the po-po now
Gotta get up with my thugstas
Right turn to the double Glock
Pull to the curb, smoke with my hustlas
Puff puff to the brain, shot
Love P-O-D'd and tweeded
Gotta get another case for my trunk
Olde English, really don't need it
But in case my trues wanna get drunk
They pump Bone
So leave 'em alone, you don't wanna get shut down
Thug runnin' the nine-quad
And you better believe they be running this thug style
So what now? See the Bone Thug clank
Thug never gonna change so flame up
Sit back and just smoke to the same cut
Leatherface on the creep and I came up

[Hook: Shatasha Williams]
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
[Verse 4: Bizzy Bone]
Gotta give it on up to the Glock-Glock
Pop-pop, better drop when them buckshot blow!
The Bone in me never no hoe so
No creepin' up outta the Ziplock
So Sin sip gin
And Lil Mo Hart run up, nut up and flipped in
Then slipped in the clip in
Next click and me blood the victim
Ever to test nuts, to the chest and put 'em to rest and
But I won't test bucks
Put a hole up into me vest and
Gotta get through my soul but they won't budge
Mug, drug, me victim
The blood in me runnin' my mental
The thug in me stuck in me keeping it simple
The bud in me running me pencil
To the temple, buck when you duck
To the thuggish ruggish T's
St. Clair P's to appeal to the G's
And a buck to all my enemies

[Hook: Shatasha Williams]
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Boooooone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone

[Outro: Shatasha Williams]
We got Layzie, and Krayzie
Bizzy's in the house, Wish is in the house
And Flesh, and Shatasha
Cleveland, definitely in the house
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Boooooone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Bone
It's the Thuggish Ruggish Boooooone


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Rob Peace

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Track Listing


November, 24th 2024

Song Details and Overview

  • Featuring Artist: Shatasha Williams
  • Producer(s): Kenny McCloud & DJ U-Neek
  • Writer(s): Bizzy Bone, Krayzie Bone, Layzie Bone, Wish Bone & DJ U-Neek
  • Release Date: April 20, 1994
  • Album: The Collection: Volume One
  • Musical Genre: Rap, Midwest Rap, Gangsta Rap, G-Funk
  • Language: English
  • Mood: Intense, Reflective, Bold

Exploring the Meaning of Thuggish Ruggish Bone

Thuggish Ruggish Bone is an anthem of identity, resilience, and solidarity. Bone Thugs-N-Harmony introduce themselves as a unique force in hip-hop, embracing their rough upbringing and street authenticity while showcasing their signature melodic rap style. The song reflects the harsh realities of their lives while celebrating their survival and success.
Central Themes
  • Identity and Pride: The song emphasizes the group’s dual identity as “thuggish” (connected to their tough, streetwise persona) and “ruggish” (a term coined to represent their raw, untamed spirit).
  • Survival and Brotherhood: Lyrics focus on unity within the group, loyalty to their roots, and the strength they draw from each other.
  • Reality of Street Life: Themes of struggle, danger, and resilience pervade the song, painting a vivid picture of life in Cleveland’s toughest neighborhoods.
Song Composition and Performance
The song’s production features a haunting melody with a G-funk influence, creating a contrast between the smooth instrumental and the gritty lyrics. Shatasha Williams’ soulful hook provides a memorable refrain, tying together the verses delivered by each member of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. Their rapid-fire, melodic flows distinguish the track, combining harmony and raw energy.
Meaning and Annotations
  • [Intro]: The spoken lines set the tone, acknowledging respect for rap while emphasizing their unique identity as thugs.
  • [Hook]: Shatasha Williams’ refrain, “It’s the Thuggish Ruggish Bone,” reinforces the group’s identity and serves as a rallying cry.
  • [Verse 1 - Layzie Bone]: Focuses on loyalty to the group and the determination to overcome obstacles while staying true to their roots.
  • [Verse 2 - Wish Bone]: Describes the harsh realities of street life, emphasizing self-preservation and survival skills.
  • [Verse 3 - Krayzie Bone]: Highlights their escape from trouble and dedication to their hustle while maintaining camaraderie and resilience.
  • [Verse 4 - Bizzy Bone]: Ends with an intense and chaotic verse that mirrors the danger and unpredictability of their environment.

Similar Songs

Thuggish Ruggish Bone resonates with other tracks that explore themes of identity, loyalty, and the struggles of urban life. Comparable songs include:
  • 1st of tha Month by Bone Thugs-N-Harmony – A celebration of survival and success.
  • It Was a Good Day by Ice Cube – Depicts a rare day of peace in a challenging environment.
  • Regulate by Warren G and Nate Dogg – Combines G-funk elements with a narrative about street survival.
  • C.R.E.A.M. by Wu-Tang Clan – Explores the pursuit of financial stability amidst struggle.
  • Life Goes On by Tupac Shakur – Reflects on resilience and unity in the face of loss.

Chart Performance and Legacy

Thuggish Ruggish Bone was Bone Thugs-N-Harmony’s breakout single, introducing their unique style to a wider audience. It solidified their place in hip-hop history as innovators of melodic rap and pioneers of the Midwest rap scene. The song remains a fan favorite and a cornerstone of their legacy.

Quotes

"We told the whole hood before we left that we was coming back with Eazy and a film crew to shoot our first video, and we did exactly that."
Flesh-n-Bone reflects on the significance of the track and its video shoot.
"I remember fighting for it to be the first single because it solidified our name."
Layzie Bone on the importance of the song to the group’s identity and success.

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