Once Upon A Time In The Projects 2
Ice Cube · War & Peace Vol.1 (The War Disc)
I damn near had to wreck a hoe
Yellin through the screen doÂ’ (hey, let me in!)
(big daddy got a fifth of gin, and down to sin)
Baby up in two-ten, is on a nigga
Bendin over pickin up her mail, she can tell IÂ’m dyin to get her
IÂ’m sittin in yoÂ’ livin room, slash kitchen
A nigga ainÂ’t tryin to be the fuckin groom so stop bitchin
*knock knock knock* I like the way that ass is switchin, answer the doÂ’
Some nigga in a eighty-kay, yoÂ’ baby daddy
Lookin like he mad at me (what) witÂ’cho name on his neck
Here we go with moÂ’ drama in the projects
Wait a minute, who is this motherfucker?
You better take his ass in the back, and start talkin
Nick that bud Â’fore it bloom, and start stalkin
I can hear you guys yellin *glass breaks* a little strugglin
Youse a fool if you think that IÂ’m jumpin in
That nigga jet, smokin on a ciggarette
You say domestic shit, get you soakin wet?
Well come widdit and get it, blow my socks
While IÂ’m drinkin all the kool-aid, watchin jamie foxx
IÂ’m hearin moÂ’ knocks *knock knock knock*
(oh, thatÂ’s just my people
They came all the way to the projects to meet you) who?
This fool wearin black, his girl, in the see through
Distraction, a little action, *fight ensues* I woke up
Tied up like (what happened? punk you shoulda stuck to rappin
Niggaz tell me you got a house full of platinum..
Where the platinum at motherfucker?
I hear that shit worth more than gold!)
Wait a minute motherfucker, this my house!
Once upon a time in the projects (3x)
Once upon a time, once upon a time
IÂ’m like baffled, they got me gaffled, with the duct tape
So I remain raw, in come this chainsaw *knock knock knock*
Another knock, itÂ’s the girl from two-ten
Here to drop salt, thatÂ’s when them bitches fought
I thought, "i bet-ta plan my escape"
In the midst of this commotion, ice cube is breakin tape
IÂ’m free, bombin on the first thing I see
And guess who walk in, with a nine, and a grin
ItÂ’s the baby daddy he ainÂ’t playin, *gunshots*
He started layin everybody down, about face with a frown
IÂ’m runnin to the bedroom, I lock the doÂ’
And grab the phone, the bitch phone ainÂ’t turned on
I think IÂ’m gone, thatÂ’s when I hear a soft knock
ItÂ’s the girl from two-ten, with her number, and a glock
Said, "call me up, if itÂ’s for sex, or chin check
Nigga get you a real ass bitch from the projects!"
And I just might do that
Once upon a time in the projects (3x)
Once upon a time, once upon a time
Once Upon A Time In The Projects 2
Ice Cube's 'Once Upon A Time In The Projects 2' stands as a defining track from the 'War & Peace Vol.1 (The War Disc)' era, capturing the gritty essence of West Coast gangsta rap. Released alongside his seminal album 'Death Certificate,' the song reinforces Cube's signature blend of street narrative and social commentary. Featuring his characteristic vocal delivery and sharp lyricism, the recording reflects the raw energy of early 1990s hip-hop culture. It serves as a pivotal moment in his discography, showcasing his ability to weave complex stories about life in the projects while maintaining a rhythmic flow that became a blueprint for future artists. The track remains a cornerstone of the genre's evolution, illustrating how Cube transformed personal experience into universal anthems that challenged the status quo.