A Tribe Called Quest is a hip-hop group made up of four members—Q-Tip, Phife Dawg, Ali Shaheed Muhammad, and Jarobi White. They brought jazz-inspired beats to rap music.
They rose to fame with songs like “Electric Relaxation” and “Check the Rhime,” known for their smooth flows, clever wordplay, and a chill sound that remains strong.
With meaningful lyrics and fresh production, their music shaped 90s hip-hop. Even today, A Tribe Called Quest is praised for its creativity and lasting impact.
About the Song
We the People… is a call for unity and resistance against division and prejudice. It addresses issues like racism, discrimination, and social inequality in America.
The song encourages marginalized groups to unite and fight for their rights and voices. It’s a powerful message about reclaiming power and creating a more inclusive society.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Released | November 11, 2016 |
| Album | We got it from Here… Thank You 4 Your service (2016) |
| Writers | Q-Tip, Phife Dawg, Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler & Bill Ward |
| Producers | Q-Tip & Blair Wells |
Read Full Lyrics of We the People….
Verse 1: Q-Tip
We don’t believe you ’cause we the people
Are still here in the rear, ayo, we don’t need you
You in the killing-off-good-young-nigga mood
When we get hungry we eat the same fucking food
The ramen noodle
Your simple voodoo is so maniacal, we’re liable to pull a juju
The irony is that this bad bitch in my lap
She don’t love me, she make money, she don’t study that
She gon’ give it to me, ain’t gon’ tell me run it back
She gon’ take the brain to wetter plains, she spit on that
The doors have signs with, don’t try to rhyme with
VH1 has a show that you can waste your time with
Guilty pleasures take the edge off reality
And for a salary I’d probably do that shit sporadically
The OG Gucci boots are smitten with iguanas
The IRS piranha see a nigga gettin’ commas
Niggas in the hood living in a fishbowl
Gentrify here, now it’s not a shit hole
Trendsetter, I know, my shit’s cold
Ain’t settling because I ain’t so bold but ay
Hook: Q-Tip
All you Black folks, you must go
All you Mexicans, you must go
And all you poor folks, you must go
Muslims and gays, boy, we hate your ways
So all you bad folks, you must go
Bridge: Phife Dawg & Q-Tip
The fog and the smog of news media that logs
False narratives of Gods that came up against the odds
We’re not just nigga rappers with the bars
It’s kismet that we’re cosmic with the stars
Verse 2: Phife Dawg
You bastards overlooking street art
Better yet, street smarts but you keep us off the charts
So motherfuck your numbers and your statisticians
Fuck y’all know about true competition?
That’s like a AL pitcher on deck talking about he hittin’
The only one who’s hitting are the ones that’s currently spittin’
We got your missy smitten rubbing on her little kitten
Dreaming of a world that’s equal for women with no division
Boy, I tell you that’s vision
Like Tony Romo when he hitting Witten
The Tribe be the best in they division
Shaheed Muhammad cut it with precision
Who can come back years later, still hit the shot?
Still them tryna move we off the fucking block
Babylon, bloodclaat
Two pon yuh headtop
Hook: Q-Tip
All you Black folks, you must go
All you Mexicans, you must go
And all you poor folks, you must go
Muslims and gays, boy, we hate your ways
So all you bad folks, you must go
Live Performance of The Song
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- Award Tour: A lively, upbeat track that celebrates hip-hop culture and togetherness, mixing clever wordplay with a catchy chorus everyone can chant along to.
- Can I Kick It?: This fun, bouncy song invites listeners to join in with its playful lyrics and unforgettable hook. It’s perfect for lifting your mood.
- Scenario: Full of high energy and standout verses, this song brings Tribe and friends together for a rapid-fire, unforgettable hip-hop moment.
- Check the Rhime: Showing sharp lyrics and cool back-and-forth flow, this track highlights Tribe’s chemistry and keeps you nodding along the whole way.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Song We the People….Sample Any Other Music?
Yes, it samples the drum break from Black Sabbath’s “Behind the Wall of Sleep.
What Inspired We the People…. Song’s Title?
The title references the first words of the U.S. Constitution’s Preamble.
What Social Groups are Mentioned in the Song We the People….?
The lyrics highlight marginalized groups such as Black people, Mexicans, Muslims, gays, and the poor.
