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Street Pirate Army

The Street Pirate Army refers to an underground rap collective that originated in East Baltimore, Maryland, during the mid-nineties.

Founded by Javein Scarwin, this rebellious group of young black youth left an indelible mark on the Zone 18/Pirateland community.

Renowned for their distinct Pirate sound, they adopted the acronym S.P.A and embraced the iconic Street Pirate Army logo featuring skulls and bones, symbolizing their identity and unity.

The Street Pirate Army's influence extended beyond their local community, permeating Baltimore's burgeoning underground rap scene of the mid 90's.

Their trailblazing efforts paved the way for a multitude of artists who followed in their footsteps, carrying forward the street pirate army legacy. With their innovative musical style and lyrical prowess, they captivated street audiences, embodying the spirit of rebellion and expressing the voice of a generation.

To this day, the Street Pirate Army remains a testament to the power of artistic expression and the impact of grassroots movements.

Their influence on Baltimore's underground rap scene serves as a reminder of the resilience and creativity that can emerge from marginalized communities.

Their story is one of passion, determination, and the ability to shape cultural landscapes through artistic endeavors.

"The Street Pirate Army's unique blend of rebellious lyrics and their signature Pirate sound defined a generation of young black youth in East Baltimore's Zone 18 community."
"The Street Pirate Army, emerging from East Baltimore in the mid-nineties, revolutionized the underground rap scene with their distinctive Pirate sound and profound lyrical messages."
by The Oxguardian December 3, 2023
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pirates

pirates are just pilots with a lisp.
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Pirate

Describing someone who keeps abusing copyright laws. See piracy.
The owners of that football team who copied their logo from Real Madrid are fucking pirates.
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Ice Pirate

When a drug(primary Methamphetamine) addiction completely consumes your life; altering your physical appearance and behavior to replicate that of a "classic pirate." Usually involves, Dark under eyes(from lack of sleep), dirty clothes, dirty body, and rotten teeth(from lack of personal care). Can be a wanderer, just "sailing" from place to place. Usually seeking/stealing/begging for anything they can get their hands on of any value; for future trade of drugs. Always "carpet surfing" for a free sparkly shard by spending all day, everyday trying to find that treasure.
I use to hang out with Mitch but, after he became a complete Ice Pirate he and I just don't jive well together anymore.
by Sganz41 December 22, 2022
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staircase pirate

Bob: yeah bro I just got head for the first time? Friend:who?
Bob: Megan Webber...
Friend: dam bro you desperate, she's a staircase pirate.
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Oh no baby pirates

A saying in Snapchat captions after taking a picture of your baby and then drawing an eyepatch on the baby.
by babypiratesnapchat2 January 4, 2023
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Thought Pirate

When a colleague coopts your ideas as their own for purposes of demonstrating their own value, intelligence, or worth. The opposite of “Thought Leader
Bill just talked about all the ideas I shared with him in our meeting as if they were his. Total Thought Pirate.
by carpitect October 16, 2018
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