06.21.2023

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Rap songs that shout out Sacramento

If we could rap we’d be namedropping Sac as much as possible. | Photo via City of Sacramento

Whether to flex your Rolex, your yacht in St. Tropez, or your friendship with an NBA All-Star, showing off and shouting out your lavish lifestyle through a little namedropping is a time-honored tradition in hip-hop.

Today, we’re riffing on five rap songs that specifically call out Sacramento in their lyrics.

“California Love” — 2Pac and Dr. Dre
This is an obvious inclusion on our list — even if we don’t agree with ‘Pac calling it “Sactown,” we do agree that Cali is, indeed, where they put their mack down.

“Area Codes” — Ludacris and Nate Dogg
Before he was one part of the “Fast & Furious” family, Luda informed listeners that he was acquainted with many women whose phone numbers had Sacramento area codes. That’s the most family-friendly way we can describe this particular song.

“I Don’t F*** With You” — Big Sean and E-40
We’ve had some recent misunderstandings with the Ambassador of the Bay, but this feature sees E-Pheezy — as he is sometimes known — rapping about driving to Sacramento (presumably from his home base in the Bay Area) late at night in a rental car.

“Fantasy (Bad Boy Remix)” — Mariah Carey and Ol’ Dirty Bastard
Straight from the slums of Shaolin and into the City of Trees, Wu-Tang alum ODB shouts out Sacramento at the beginning of the track as one of the many cities that are “in the house.”

“Hotta Den Steam” — Mac Dre
The Oakland-based rapper is credited as one of the progenitors of the Hyphy Movement. He moved to Sacramento in the late 1990s, subsequently founding his record label Thizz Ent. and giving us the legendary line: Not a Celtic or a Laker, I’m a King / Find me on Florin with a mouth full of bling.

Have a favorite song that references Sacramento? Let us know.

Events

Wednesday, June 21

“Predictor” | Through Sunday, July 23 | Times vary | Capital Stage, 2215 J St., Sacramento | $25-$52 | Check out this play — based on true events — about the woman who invented the first home pregnancy test.
Ballroom Music Fest 2023 | Wednesday, June 21 | 7-9:15 p.m. | Jill Solberg Performing Arts Center, 1655 Iron Point Rd., Folsom | $35 | Dance your heart out at this fundraiser in support of the Alzheimer’s Association.

Thursday, June 22

NeighborGood Market: Elk Grove | Thursday, June 22 | 4-8 p.m. | District56, 9701 Big Horn Blvd., Elk Grove | Free | Support neighborhood artisans, farmers + food trucks at this weekly attraction.
Bop to the Top | Thursday, June 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Ace Of Spades, 1417 R St., Sacramento | $20-$35 | Get your head in the game at this dance party filled with your favorite “High School Musical” tracks (eat your heart out, Troy Bolton).

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News Notes

Community

The Placer County Fair is making its return tomorrow, June 22, through Sunday, June 25. Officials expect 15,000+ attendees to celebrate the event’s 85th season throughout the weekend. (FOX40)

Real Estate

Sacramento officials are hosting two events this weekend for residents to learn more about local guidelines surrounding accessory dwelling units (ADUs). The events will feature Ryan O’Connell of the YouTube channel “How to ADU,” as well as exhibits from ADU designers and builders. (Sacramento City Express)

Film

A new three-episode limited series focusing on Sacramento cuisine will premiere on KCRA 3 this fall. “Breaking Bread” follows Sacramento chefs, farmers, and their impact on the local hospitality industry. (KCRA 3)

Biz

Seafood restaurant and bar Station 16 is closed until Friday, June 30, for renovations. Along with its new look, the eatery will also have a new menu upon reopening.

Asked

Recently, we asked you to get creative + make Sacramento into a unique flavor of ice cream using one to three locally procured ingredients. What flavor are you crafting up? Share it with us and we may feature it in an upcoming newsletter.

Finance

Work smarter, not harder, by hiring an investment advisor. These are the top five firms in the US.*

Shop

It’s officially summer. To celebrate, shop our online store (Six & Main), where you’ll find many summer essentials such as new patio furniture by Palmetto Craft and delicious cocktail mixers by Simple Time Mixers. Now, that’s how you start the summer.

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Time for brunch: Our favorite spots for a mid-morning meal in Sacramento

A plate of breakfast tacos topped with eggs and veggies sits on a brown wood table on the patio of The Mimosa House restaurant in Sacramento. Next to the plate, there are two pink-hued mimosas; across the table, there's another breakfast dish resembling a benedict.

Brunch at The Mimosa House is always a good idea. | Photo via @themimosahouse

In our opinion, brunch is always a good idea. Whether it’s an order of loco moco from Ink Eats & Drinks or a stop at Tower Cafe for Santa Fe blueberry cornmeal pancakes, the combination of breakfast and lunch is something we hold very close to our hearts.

Fortunately for us, Sac is home to plenty of brunch options. Here are a few we’ve been loving recently:

Weekend musts — Bacon & Butter, 5913 Broadway
Weekday wonders — River’s Edge Cafe, 8740 La Riviera Dr.
Daytime party — The Mimosa House, 5641 J St.

Which one will you be going to and what classic brunch beverage will you order? Let us know.

7 more brunch options

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Jordan

From the editor

Special shout out to one of my college professors — Darcy Totten — for being selected by the Sacramento Business Journal as one of their Women Who Mean Business honorees for 2023.

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