The Peckin' Order
Ice Cube · War & Peace Vol.1 (The War Disc) [1998]
Underworld order must be maintained.
Without a strict and unforgiving
Chain of command, chaos is inevedeble"
[ice cube]
Wazup youngsta, sience your tha new booty
And don't know nuttin I gotta show ya bout
The peckin' order. it's the order in how we do
Things and move things. see somebody gonna
Tell you what to do, after I tell that
Muthafucka what to do.
It's tha peckin' order (echo)
It's tha peckin' order (echo)
We got tha power to make you niggaz sour
Big fish, whale like itchy cower
Stepin out the shower it's the peckin' order
Ax ya daugther how we peck, inspect
High class ass the projects
Push my lex to the california range
Souther lane
Infamous skeems is on the brain for my connect game
Put a strain on every leak and I chain (thats right)
We all get (? )
Take a svornnotes to make a c notes
Doin all tha howdy bullshit floats and niggaz dont
Some niggaz don't gangsta paradise say nuttin nice
Yeah we livin so tight we need jesus in our lives
(chorus)
[ice cube]
It's the peckin' order
[mack 10]
It's the order how we do things and move things
Only fuck wit the true things
[ice cube]
Havin heavy in the course whit the world of depresion
Messin wit the wrong bitches never learn our lesson
Stressin, no guessin, never question even when we playin
We testin, confession
Do you still wanna meet wit the killas (? )
Hold accountable for anythang you repeat
It's the peckin' order, ask your daughter how we peck
When we smoke you it's your best friend we suspect
(chorus)
[ice cube]
It's the peckin' order
[mack 10]
It's the order how we do things and move things
Only fuck wit the true things
[mack 10]
Now come on, come on partner, come on.
(it's the pecking order)
I don't wanna hear none of that shit man,
All that cryin and beggin and shit.
To be honest whit you that shit really don't even
Affect me in no kind of way partner.
You wastin your muthafuckin time.
(it's the pecking order)
Lets get this shit goin, lets get it over wit
Come on back here, back here, I cant make no muthafuckin mess right here
Check this out homie, make it easy on yourself.
I know you want a motherfuckin open casket
Where your people can see you and kiss on you.
But you are pissin me off
And I will blow noodles out you muthafuckin head
And none of that happens after that
So come back here, come on, right
Come on, ey but you know, one more thing before I do this
(baam)
[ice cube]
It's the peckin' order (echo)
It's the peckin' order (echo)
It's the peckin' order (echo)
The Peckin' Order
Released on the 1998 album War & Peace Vol.1, The Peckin' Order stands as a defining track in Ice Cube's later catalog, blending his signature street-hardcore delivery with a more melodic, soulful approach. The song reflects the evolution of his artistry, moving beyond the raw aggression of his early work like The Predator to explore themes of community and resilience with a polished production style. Featuring a distinct vocal cadence and a groove that anchors the track in the West Coast hip-hop tradition, it showcases Cube's versatility as both a rapper and a songwriter. The recording captures the late 90s era where his influence on gangsta rap had solidified, serving as a testament to his ability to maintain authenticity while adapting to new sonic landscapes. This work remains a staple in discussions of his discography, highlighting his continued relevance and artistic growth throughout the decade.