The Last Emperor
Known globally as one of the finest lyricists, the Last Emperor thrusted hi… Read Full Bio ↴Known globally as one of the finest lyricists, the Last Emperor thrusted his way onto the scene in the late nineties. He honed his skills on the “open mic" circuit including the legendary Lyricist Lounge showcase. His eminent stage presence and hypnotizing live show stood out amongst his fellow peers, ultimately landing him on the" C.I.A (Criminals in Action)" record with KRS-One and Zack De La Rocha (of the former Grammy winning band Rage Against the Machine) for Rawkus Records "Lyricist Lounge Volume 1" project.
Staying busy, the Last Emperor released several singles to a loyal fan following who hung on to his every word. During this period, Last Emperor began to gain the respect of top notch producers like Prince Paul (De La Soul, Stetsasonic, & Gravediggaz), DJ Muggz (Cypress Hill & Soul Assassins), & Diamond D (D.I.T.C) - all of which he would come to recorded with. As a result, fans of hip-hop music were introduced to classics like "Secret Wars", "Monumental", "Animalistics", "Charlie", "Meditations", and "Do u Remember".
As his star began to shine brighter, Emp gained notice outside of the tri-state area and obtained his first deal, on a major label nonetheless, with Dr. Dre's (N.W.A & Death Row Records) Aftermath Entertainment/Interscope. Becoming a protégé of Dr. Dre., and recording an album for his Aftermath debut, the Last Emperor waited over 2 years for a release date that never materialized. After asking to be let go, the Last Emperor soon found himself in a bidding war that landed him on Rawkus Records. Being label mates with BlackStar (Mos Def & Talib Kweli), Pharaoh Monch (Organized Konfusion), Shabaam Saadiq & Company Flow, many considered the Rawkus Records situation to be a perfect fit for Emp's quick witted delivery and vivid story telling ability.
Now signed to Rawkus, the Last Emperor released a few singles including "the Umph" with Smif-n-Wesson (Boot Camp Clik) as the lead-up to his debut full length release. After being signed to Rawkus for about 6 months, unsuspectingly, the label closed its doors and stopped releasing any music. As a free agent again, the Last Emperor formed his own label, Red Planet Music, and inked a distribution deal with Raptivism Records. He released his debut full length "Music, Magic, Myth" on Red Planet Music and hasn't looked back since.
The Last Emperor has shared the stage with everyone from Redman, Common, Mos Def, The Roots, Talib Kweli, Murs, and KRS-1. He's toured domestically and outside the U.S. with Pharaoh Monch, Brother Ali, the Gorillaz, and (Wu-Tang Clan's) Inspectah Deck, Ghostface Killah and U-God. He has been produced by such greats as Dr. Dre, Diamond D, Prince Paul, DJ Muggz, Evil D & Mr. Walt (Blackmoon & Beatminerz) not to mention the countless collaborations with artists like Siagon, Masta Ace, DeLa Soul, M1 (Dead Prez), Rakaa Iriscience (Dilated Peoples), and Rza (Wu-Tang Clan).
Since "Music, Magic, Myth", Emp put out a mixtape called "Hidden Treasures". He has also released a vinyl only 12” single called “Black Apache/Gangsta Groove” and is currently preparing a free download title "Science Team.....GO!" All this music leads up to his next full length album scheduled to release this year on Red Planet Music tentatively titled; “Last Emperor: and the Wizards Wardrobe”.
The Last Emperor remains a relevant necessity in Hip-Hop music. His consciousness and love for the culture can only better an industry plagued by mediocrity and normalcy. Fortunately for all, the wait is over. Get ready world because this is the year of the Last Emperor.
Staying busy, the Last Emperor released several singles to a loyal fan following who hung on to his every word. During this period, Last Emperor began to gain the respect of top notch producers like Prince Paul (De La Soul, Stetsasonic, & Gravediggaz), DJ Muggz (Cypress Hill & Soul Assassins), & Diamond D (D.I.T.C) - all of which he would come to recorded with. As a result, fans of hip-hop music were introduced to classics like "Secret Wars", "Monumental", "Animalistics", "Charlie", "Meditations", and "Do u Remember".
As his star began to shine brighter, Emp gained notice outside of the tri-state area and obtained his first deal, on a major label nonetheless, with Dr. Dre's (N.W.A & Death Row Records) Aftermath Entertainment/Interscope. Becoming a protégé of Dr. Dre., and recording an album for his Aftermath debut, the Last Emperor waited over 2 years for a release date that never materialized. After asking to be let go, the Last Emperor soon found himself in a bidding war that landed him on Rawkus Records. Being label mates with BlackStar (Mos Def & Talib Kweli), Pharaoh Monch (Organized Konfusion), Shabaam Saadiq & Company Flow, many considered the Rawkus Records situation to be a perfect fit for Emp's quick witted delivery and vivid story telling ability.
Now signed to Rawkus, the Last Emperor released a few singles including "the Umph" with Smif-n-Wesson (Boot Camp Clik) as the lead-up to his debut full length release. After being signed to Rawkus for about 6 months, unsuspectingly, the label closed its doors and stopped releasing any music. As a free agent again, the Last Emperor formed his own label, Red Planet Music, and inked a distribution deal with Raptivism Records. He released his debut full length "Music, Magic, Myth" on Red Planet Music and hasn't looked back since.
The Last Emperor has shared the stage with everyone from Redman, Common, Mos Def, The Roots, Talib Kweli, Murs, and KRS-1. He's toured domestically and outside the U.S. with Pharaoh Monch, Brother Ali, the Gorillaz, and (Wu-Tang Clan's) Inspectah Deck, Ghostface Killah and U-God. He has been produced by such greats as Dr. Dre, Diamond D, Prince Paul, DJ Muggz, Evil D & Mr. Walt (Blackmoon & Beatminerz) not to mention the countless collaborations with artists like Siagon, Masta Ace, DeLa Soul, M1 (Dead Prez), Rakaa Iriscience (Dilated Peoples), and Rza (Wu-Tang Clan).
Since "Music, Magic, Myth", Emp put out a mixtape called "Hidden Treasures". He has also released a vinyl only 12” single called “Black Apache/Gangsta Groove” and is currently preparing a free download title "Science Team.....GO!" All this music leads up to his next full length album scheduled to release this year on Red Planet Music tentatively titled; “Last Emperor: and the Wizards Wardrobe”.
The Last Emperor remains a relevant necessity in Hip-Hop music. His consciousness and love for the culture can only better an industry plagued by mediocrity and normalcy. Fortunately for all, the wait is over. Get ready world because this is the year of the Last Emperor.
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The Last Emperor Lyrics
Animalistics As I sit back and reminisce About the first time I…
Black Magic Last Emperor- Black Magic Do you know the difference between…
Bums [Verse 1:] It's like one for the microphone, two for the…
Caravan I wish every boy and girl would go out and…
Charlie krs-one sample: How many people in here down for... (Charlie…
Do You Remember? At times, I feel old like I'm going out of…
Echo Leader [Verse 1] Broadcasting live from Ice Station Zebra I break o…
Heavy Height Invincible If I could be invincible, I'd greet competition with rage Do…
Here We Are Yo, when I got the mic in my hand and…
Hold On It's been a long time comin', but the time has…
Hustler's Theme Yo, everybody lookin' at me like I'm 'bout to drop Some…
Jungle Cats [Speaking] "But share your fortunes with me, and shall remai…
Karma (Chorus) (Last Emperor) Over and over and over and over aga…
Let [The Last Emperor] Everybody come with me, lets take a ride…
Let's Ride [The Last Emperor] Everybody come with me, lets take a ride …
Meditation (Verse 1) Deep concentration, mental penetration Hits me off…
Monolith [Verse 1] I stare into the face of death and the fear…
Monumental [Verse One] Being righteous is my career and conflict is ju…
Mystery Man Bounce wit me why'all Bounce wit em why'all Now check it W…
Nile Nutrition "You wanna know why, I'll tell ya why Cause they can't…
One Life 1993, shortly before Thanksgiving I got the call, she said J…
One Life & Esthero 1993, shortly before Thanksgiving I got the call, she said …
Prisoner [Chorus - X3 w/ variations] I'm just a prisoner, ohh noo (I'…
Rap Tyranny Party people, rock to this... And all my deejays cut to…
Secret Wars II What if I had the power to gather all of…
Secret Wars, Part 1 (original) What if I had the, power to gather, all of…
Shine Now if I loved you, would you love me back? Would…
Single Mother This is a single story, for every single one On a…
Some Love Some Hate (Chorus) Some love me, Some hate me But it's the…
Some Love, Some Hate [Chorus] Some love me, Some hate me But it's the streets tha…
Suzi Wong I'm looking for Suzi Wong Tell me have you seen her I…
Suzie Wong I'm looking for Suzi Wong Tell me have you seen her I…
The Great Pretender (Intro: sample) It has been said that man can create anythi…
The Great Pretender Outro [Intro: sample] It has been said that man can create anythin…
The Jungle Cats [Speaking] "But share your fortunes with me, and shall rema…
The Umph (feat. Cocoa Brovaz) [Verse 1] [Steele] Brace yoursel…
The Umph (feat. Cocoa Brovas) f/ Cocoa Brovaz [Verse 1] [Steele] Brace yourself for the …
The Underground To all my brothers who be putting it down In the…
Tiger Trail [Chorus] We get it on, in the place; let them have…
Who's That? [Verse 1] Yo If you gonna do it till it hurts, then…
World of Susie Wong I′m looking for Suzi Wong Tell me have you seen her I…