Why M.O.P Didn’t Become A Bigger Rap Group! Stunted Growth Music

[@stuntedgrowthmusic]

If only Roc a fella records didn't fall...

[@MoeMunnie023]

or g-unit

[@handsomedubbledee]

It wouldn't had made a difference. They would have had better success with 50 over Jay Z but it wouldn't had given them commercial success. Just look at what 50 tried to do for Mobb Deep. He gave them an awesome single with Outta Control Remix. They still couldn't gain that notoriety. It would have been the same with MOP

[@handsomedubbledee]

@stuntedgrowthmusic it's time to do Rawkus Records. That's a stunted growth for the ages.

[@GRINDETHIKSMIXTAPESHOW]

@@handsomedubbledee oh that is a good idea , stunted growth record companies '

[@MrV-3]

I Agree, I think G-Unit Could've Worked Out For M.O.P If The Timing Was A Little Better, M.O.P Is Still One Of My Favorite Groups Of All Time

[@shauncameron8390]

MOP not going Gold in 2000 was the biggest crime in hip hop. Ante Up was a major breakthrough.

[@saj8]

Blame good ol' Stevie Rifkind for signing that distribution deal with Sony.

[@maxinekanner5434]

How did that album not go Platnium? ante up, Cold as Ice, the song with Lord Have Mercy, that album was nice

[@alexdawe-le4vj]

Warriorz was a classic front to back, "Welcome to Brownsville", "Home Sweet Home"?

[@shauncameron8390]

@@alexdawe-le4vj Face Off 2000.

[@escdeez2649]

@@saj8tell Em 🗣️🗣️🗣️ same wit hnic all dem bitches but yea baby gt 😢

[@LawrenceSpivey]

They kept it 💯 and it was a gift and a curse in terms of musical growth. At the end of the day, they are legendary and respected fully in Hip Hop and that is all that matters.

[@MrMonopolistic]

They said fuck them dresses and painted nails 🤔😆

[@handsomedubbledee]

M.O.P. were never meant for the mainstream. I knew this even before they were trying to sign to Rocafella and G Unit. Way before. Ante Up was their true commercial hit. And that's why I still respect them to this day. Their albums have aged well. True hardcore hip hop. The funny thing is that I was just trying to convert their albums to digital and then I saw this video. That was odd to me

[@deelovesamy]

The Ante Up adlibs been sampled more times than the Humpty Dance by now. Royalties probably crazy on that song.

[@joserangel5822]

Have they ever got paid from the WWE for the john cena theme song? 🤔

[@daniellucas6573]

I'm still rocking with them. "Till the death!"

[@bassbodybuilding2267]

Will always be one of my favorite groups in hip hop history!

[@billydanzz]

True hip-hop doesn't have to fit in with mainstream.... It's mainstream that needs to fit in. Forever 'Downtown Swingas'....

[@lincolnhamilton7043]

As soon as I got the notification and saw M.O.P., I had to click on real quick. This was definitely much anticipated.

[@vsmokethon]

They did what they was supposed to do...they still better than what we have now..

[@kareemabdulwahhab6919]

They got the kind of career they wanted if you probably ask them. Ante Up gets a lot of play.

[@MADDLION247]

Ante up is always in Movies also! 💪🏾

[@blakebrown84]

M.O.P. are legends in the rap game. I love their song, Ante’Up , that was a classic. Lil’ Fame and Billy Danze are the greatest duo from New York City. They also were signed to G-Unit Records at the same time as Mobb Depp. They also sued John Cena for sampling their song Ante’Up without their permission. They were a duo who did things their own way on a musical level. They were known for their aggressive lyrics and didn’t compromise for the record labels. They just were street dudes who wanted to make music for everybody. They also signed with Roc-A-Fella Records and things didn’t work out in their favor.

[@edmadison9573]

Last i heard they were doing great overseas. They have a true cult following that still has them moving around. In my opinion, they just didnt fit in with the mainstream. Much love to the Brownsville Bullies!!

[@MrWade931]

Still listen to their music to this day ✊🏾

[@lincolnhamilton7043]

You’re finally doing the most anticipated ones now. We just need you to bring back the Lost Boyz one.

[@necrophagiakc]

Even though they didn't sell like they should they're good for life Ante Up gets played in Sports arenas in Video games and commercials so they've secretly got their due and money

[@mauricehamilton4025]

If they don't have publishing then they didn't get any of that money

[@noelhernandez265]

U should do das efx next.

[@stereo-type1510]

Trust me they're big enough for the people who really appreciate real Hip-Hop

[@Dantana773]

They will always be remembered for keeping it 100 with themselves, Hardcore Hip Hop Street Music I don't feel their Musical career was stunted. M.O.P were dope lyrical MC's. salute and much respect from Chicago

[@jayscarz1157]

That's what's up I didn't know yall listen to M.O.P. in Chicago......respect all the way from Brownsville 💯

[@Dantana773]

@@jayscarz1157 I grew up listening to all types of music from NYC, the lingo is diffrent but the situations and circumstances are similar in the hoods we related to what yall was talking about.

[@iloveknives75]

One of my favorite groups of all time!!! SALUTE!

[@shauncameron8390]

Same here.

[@michealroebuck683]

M.O.P aka world Famous Firing Squad aka Home Team aka First Family 4Life is the epitome of the streets, True underground Hip Hop,they stayed true to themselves,I respect and admire them for that and I'm thankful for the Great music they made through years,30 yrs to be exact! Salute! to M.O.P and Salute! and thank you to STUNTEDGROWTHMUSIC for this video 💯

[@melvinbailey9686]

M.O.P. and Mobb Deep my two all-time GOAT rap duos!! Salute.

[@AD3Basketball]

I wouldn’t call MOP stunted at all. I really appreciate this video for their recognition and to hear their story. They are legendary, and true hip hop heads know that.

[@benjaminhuggins3934]

I agree with this to the fullest. M.o.p wouldn't be fake for no one and I can love and respect them for that str8 up. Plus in my opinion they're way better than a lot of duos or other groups

[@kwalaty7]

Lil Fame is one the most underrated emcees of all time.

[@alexdawe-le4vj]

M.O.P. was way too hard to play on the radio

[@thegreattreon0177]

The category they were in died out after 2006 and they wouldn't/ couldn't adapt and their label issues hurt them and now you only hear them when they do throwback shows and tributes

[@antoinejenkins2096]

I mean that's everyone

[@freezhollywood]

@@antoinejenkins2096yea low key if u were poppin in the 90s early 00s. 06 is the definitive yr tht wave stopped and the south really took over.

[@triniborn76]

"Follow instructions" and "Ante Up" was my jams!

[@JeromeBennett-kw4fe]

Some rap is meant only for a particular time, and M.O.P new this and relished in their time

[@CM-ft9ep]

Ante Up is now a mainstay in stadiums for background/timeout music. I wonder how many people in those arenas have listened to the lyrics, lol.

[@jaykaynum5569]

My favorite group in Hip Hop. Heard n enjoyed all of their albums. To The Death(4) Firing Squad (5) 1st Fam 4 Life (5) Warriors (5) Spartan (4) GWarfare(3.5) Foundation (3.5) Street Certified (3.5)

[@therealmarlonbellamy]

My favorite M.O.P. songs are 4 Alarm Blaze & Ante Up (Remix). Please do Onyx & Lords Of The Underground?

[@thewicketonepg7176]

This is a great story story about MOP underground legends. The next story should be about the Detroit legend ESHAM

[@ChipKaffmen]

There's definitely more to the story about MOP. Like how they were part of select records then they went to loud.

[@brandonf.8360]

Just listening to Warriorz and first family albums. Mash Out Posse is definitely one of the best and grimiest rap duos.

[@Kenneth-fu3js]

This was an excellent piece!!! I will ALWAYS roll with those Brotha’s!!!! TRUE HipHop Royalty In My Book ❗️😎👍🏽👍🏽

[@angeroneski945]

I had To the death in 1994 when I was 17 , I still listen to it today , classic album, top of the line & To the death & Rugged Neva Smoove are my favourite tracks , much respect to MOP

[@Mr.Majestic77]

An M.O.P (Mash Out Posse) & Nine (aka 9 Double M) collaboration album would be 🔥 !!!!

[@hugheswhiteman1674]

They weren't stunted in my opinion. They did all of it their way.

[@bornpowerallah1403]

I respect and appreciate M.O.P for being themselves

[@williamcapone5457]

one of the best music groups in history!!

[@anbs1682]

M.O.P. is to real for the music industry because they are raw.

[@jeanemlicar]

Any chance could you please do a video based on Nine a.k.a. Nine Double M???

[@prof3ssor178]

They're still legendary period! Always been for the underground

[@amarushakur47taliban6]

We want the oultawz tupacs group

[@Trellizm]

They wasnt stunted, hip hop needs this balance i dont think MOP would or wanted to be the "Ice'd out", "Bling" group im sure none of their albums were projected to go 3x platinum..They got their respects from Hip Hop juggernauts like Jay-Z(4 alarm blaze) Busta(Ante Up Rmx) and Biggie( His shoutout to Fame in Warning).."God bless groups like MOP, Heltah Skeltah, etc that gave us punch in ya mouth, unapologetic hip hop

[@carlosthomas8073]

You can do New Edition or Soul Foreal also Raekwon from the Wutang

[@BOOMBAPXL]

Lil fame is one of the most consistent rappers ever. Also one of the most underrated

[@giovannilopiano5366]

And a good producer too

[@stephenheath8465]

one of the best BK Emcees

[@liamkingrecords]

Love this channel and love M.O.P

[@MEEZLEMONSTER]

M.O.P. is also one of the best feature artists of all time. Name a guest appearance where they don't kick complete azz and hold their own with whoever they're on the song with...

[@Jimmy1982Playlists]

A necessary video... MOP needs more flowers. They never sold out! So glad they never followed the trends.

[@MrMonopolistic]

What happens to shelved albums?

[@themorningbeerpodcast1250]

Cold as ice was my ish. Much love much respect M.O.P.

[@charlesmcdougle1420]

Yo JC can you please do a video of Tha Eastsidaz they have a interesting story to tell

[@Smokinfreely]

Do a video on grand puba

[@theone82sdon]

Thanks for The family Love. Salute

[@kingko3897]

YOU SHOULD DO ONE ON KURUPT

[@maroon9273]

Had Dj premier linked up before there first album. MOP wouldve been bigger and pioneer the resurgence of east coast hip hop alongside wu tang, onyx in 93. MOP had more support in the UK than the states. Fourth album went silver per there. When are you going to do growth stunt on Edo G?

[@chitownyon708]

You gotta do one on Ras Kass

[@breakweisernorthernsoles]

First family in the house! Brownsville stand up!

[@handsomesway3764]

Smoothe da hustler should be next‼️

[@antoinejenkins2096]

Trigger the gambler

[@rather_unique]

Good video. Next do Doughboyz Cashout

[@Marvilloso]

my favorite Duo ended up on stuntedgrowth

[@ChillydontCap]

I just knew MOP was gonna blow. They were so raw and rough in a time it was cool to be raw and rough. It’s a shame they didn’t blow.

[@adamlee913]

A stunted growth on John Forte would be interesting. 👌💯

[@diancialauren1]

Cold as ice is my favorite MOP track!

[@AD3Basketball]

JC, do you have a stunted growth on the Outsidaz? People need to hear their story

[@carlosthomas8073]

Definitely got to do Coolio and Keri Hilson

[@bulluminati_E]

M.O.P To the Death is still one od my favorite albums...

[@Marvin-ut4xs]

My favorite song by them was & is MOP to the death.

[@BadTV1993]

Dead & Gone was my fav song by them....underrated as fuk

[@shauncameron8390]

I have some favorites. How About Some Hardcore I Luv w/ Freddie Foxx (arguably Billy Danze's greatest performance) Face Off 2000 Downtown Swinger Stick 2 Ya Gunz w/ Kool G Rap As guests. Black Moon - Annihilation Jay-Z - U Don't Know Remix

[@Marvin-ut4xs]

@@shauncameron8390 that's a good list.

[@coreyhendricks9490]

It's such a shame for M.O.P. that didn't sell much but overall, their legends

[@rooseveltdarbey9493]

MOP was just not made for the mainstream, just like Boot camp Click. MOP was a rugged raw underground Brooklyn street group. They just weren't made to cross over, even going to Rocafella to G-unit didn't change there image.

[@mringram]

Some of us love the underground

[@joeytaylor7568]

“ remember them nigaas from the hill up in Brownsville that you shot dice with, smoke blunts and got nice with? Yeah my nigga Fame up in Prospect, nah them my niggas now love wouldn’t disrespect.”

[@KiNGRaZoR316]

Do one on Special Ed or Sweet Tee

[@moeeshangpate6320]

PLEASE DO MC REN (FROM N.W.A.) I'VE BEEN A FAN OF N.W.A. SINCE 1986, WHEN DOPE MAN CAME OUT💯✊🏾❤

[@NottyGurlStyle]

Ante Up is the Brooklyn anthem. MOP will always get their props no matter what!

[@anbs1682]

Stunted Growth: Do IMMORTAL TECH next!

[@JoonBeats]

Never compromise your belief one love people 👊🏾

[@blaqdiemenz]

mop signing to select and relativity is what hurt them early.. had they been on loud records in the 90s they would have had 2 gold albums as loud better promoted that sound and image in the 90s ask Mobb and Wu... when they got to loud it was in time for ante up but they was still not getting the push out of the try state... those 1st 2 albums had only 2 singles.. and the 2nd album didn't even get airplay on hot 97.. I blame those early labels... remember 4 alarm Blaze ft jayz and hot 97 still didn't play it in rotation.. thats all on relativity records.. ask fat Joe..

[@scLefQ]

You sound like a Bahamian man. Keep doing ya ting!

[@brooklyngbaby3270]

Do SEAN PRICE next

[@dessi-xx3gs]

Please do D.R.A.M now known as shelley

[@vonjackson2421]

Them Dudes are Legends, No Stunt...🔥🔥🔥

[@biggareid]

Next you should do Memphis Bleek!!

[@CaptalK]

That "Cold As Ice" 🔥🥶

[@antfrancis9941]

Have you done a stunted growth on dead prez?

[@mackvelly8899]

Dead Prez's stuff was too radical for folks. The industry didnt want those "folks" scared again.

[@antfrancis9941]

@mackvelly8899 same with killa priest, shabazz the disciple, sunz of man & a 100 more of that level. Stunted growth themselves probably don't know about half the heads we could mention.👍

[@MIAMIthaBANDIT]

Can you do do or die the group from Chicago...rap with twister and Johnny p

[@spacepunk_nappy]

I'm sure they're still eating well off Ante Up and the remix....and it's been over 20 years since it came out....Salute to that...

[@timlewis232]

You should do Field Mob next.

[@raysinatra8092]

Do Pete rock and cl smooth and onyx

[@jasonbrown1635]

Cassady my favorite underground artist

[@jayscarz1157]

I remember being like 13 and billie dans rolled up on me with a damn near naked chick in the car like "yo shorty where da weed spot " I was hype to tell him....😂

[@walkertroy11]

Most respected💯

[@warrenlewis3977]

Warriors is they hottest joint..

[@bospats1]

On of my top five rap duos of all time…depending on the day they are number one,one,one,one,one

[@GRINDETHIKSMIXTAPESHOW]

Mop are true artist and they did not have to sell out their integrity and they did not sell out their but hole for the industry

[@-CelShader-]

I’m surprised Cold As Ice did not go gold…

[@ronaldmartin9906]

Griselda would be a nice fit fr

[@jasonmouzon3124]

You should do a Stunted Growth on “Lord Finesse” or in fact the whole “DITC” crew..