Concrete Streets

Nate Dogg · Music & Me [2001]

I'm from the jungle with the concrete streets

You don't wanna rumble wit the real O.G.'s

Man I'll plant ya like a chronic seed

And ya girl done ran away wit me

I can show you how to catch these freaks

I can show you how to beat these streets

I can show you how to crack the safe

Let me show you how to break that bank



[Nate Dogg]

Ain't a damn thang changed

Still rollin on Dana Danes

Still packin steel claimin DPG

I always keep my thang

Always got weed on my brain

Always got a dime piece wit me

I'm gone let yo roll call

I'm gone ball till I fall

Keep it gangsta just for all of ya'll

Nate D, O, double G

Bangin from the west to the east



[Chorus]



[Nate Dogg]

No need to fight it baby

I know you want it lady

I can tell by the way you watch me

I like the way that you walk

I like the way that you talk

Ooh what that accent does to me

Yeah I still claim 213

Yeah I still bang DPG

Hang wit Nate, Snoop, and Warren G

Yeah I got hoes that love me

Got gangstas bangin my beats

I got hoes from here to overseas



[Chorus]



[Nate Dogg]

I need a gangsta lady

One from around the way

I need a girl that likes to play everyday

She said her friend wants to see

She said her friend is nasty

I say you get your friend and come right away



[Chorus 2X]

Concrete Streets

Nate Dogg's 'Concrete Streets' stands as a quintessential example of West Coast G-Funk, blending smooth vocal delivery with the signature synth-heavy production that defined the genre in the early 2000s. Released on his album 'Music & Me,' the track captures the laid-back, reflective mood characteristic of Dogg's solo work, focusing on themes of urban life and personal introspection. The recording showcases his signature baritone voice, which became a hallmark of the era's hip-hop and R&B landscape. As part of his broader discography, the song reflects the collaborative spirit of the time, often featuring guest artists and drawing from the rich musical heritage of Southern California. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke a specific cultural moment while maintaining a timeless groove that resonates with listeners across generations.