Styles-p Lick Shots Feat. Sheek Louch, Jadakiss And J-hood -
Then a rising protege of The LOX, J-Hood delivers a verse honoring those who "didn't survive the storm" and real niggas "on the run".
The song was released during a pivotal time when The LOX were transitioning from their "shiny suit" era at Bad Boy Records to the grittier, street-focused aesthetic they championed at Ruff Ryders . Lyric Breakdown & Guide Styles-P Lick Shots Feat. Sheek Louch, Jadakiss and J-Hood
Jadakiss closes with his signature raspy flow, shouting out project kids, street dealers, and personal associates like "T in Green" and his uncle in Arthur Kill (a correctional facility). Then a rising protege of The LOX, J-Hood
The song serves as a "shout-out" anthem, where "licking a shot" is a metaphorical salute to various figures in street culture. shouting out project kids