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GZA/Genius Lyrics

I was born, with the mic in my hand
I was destined to be a rapper from birth.

Then I took it from Medina, to the S.I. land
I started my career in Medina and transitioned to Staten Island.

I pulled up on the block, go out the truck, tt was the first of pit stops
I made my first stop in the neighborhood to perform and showcase my talent.

The era of the spinnin' tops, the birth of hip hop
I witnessed the beginning of hip hop.

That was somethin', I had identified with
I related to the art form and saw myself as a part of it.

So I, made it my point to exploit this fly gift then
I worked hard and used my talent to my advantage.

Myself and RZA, made trips to the B.X
I worked collaboratively with RZA, traveling to the Bronx to find inspiration.

A mass of ferocious M.C.'s and talent T-Rex
We encountered numerous skilled rappers.

Giants in every ways, rap flows for every day
The rappers we encountered were talented in diverse ways.

We knew we would get a reward for the price we'll pay
We anticipated eventual success due to our hard work and dedication.

The basic training was beyond entertainment
The learning process was challenging.

Just the caters of the verbal expressions, self explainin'
The power of words alone is self-explanatory.

Were my boots out in constant walks across the borough
I tirelessly walked around and performed in different neighborhoods.

Tore the troops out the frame when they challenge the most thorough
I impressively defeated competitors who challenged me.

From well concealed firing positions we let off the most
We attacked from hidden positions with force.

Dangerous with that, slang that just shatter the coast
Our slang was powerful and influential.

They say I rhyme like the bank that stop
My rhymes are so good that they stop people in their tracks.

Cause M.C.'s be more shook then the dice that drop
Other rappers are intimidated by my skills.

Especially if I'm rollin', then the point is definitely proven
My skills are proven when I am performing.

Cause with the GZA holdin', that keep a nigga movin'
My talent keeps the energy of the crowd going.

I walk Broadway, from Quincy to Myrtle
I have performed in many different parts of the city.

Back to Quincy, cut careers whatever the expense be
I have ended many careers with my performances.

They heard the Legend, run to the reverend
People who have heard of me come to hear me perform.

With headaches and blackouts, worse then severe seven
People feel overwhelmed and emotional after hearing me perform.

And when my job is done
After I perform.

And it's time to get those that's comin' up some runs
I like to help up-and-coming rappers gain exposure.

So you can see where they from, from, from
I want people to know where these rappers are from.

They say the product is good
People recognize the quality of music we are producing.

We gonna sling it from the slums of the hills of the hood
We will distribute this music from urban neighborhoods.

'Til it's understood
Until people recognize the value of our music.

We still search through the crates of songs that just breaks
We dig through old records to find beat samples.

At times we play legendary battles on tapes
We listen to classic rap battles as inspiration.

Unlikely confrontation with a clash of swords
Rap battles are like clashes between swordsmen.

In a G that was stored, be rain that just poured
Our lyrics are like a storm that has been brewing and is finally unleashed.

On cats and dogs, water that, flooded the stance
Our lyrics impact everyone, even those not involved in the rap scene.

The violence and nature had trigged the violence of man
The violent nature of rap battles leads to further violence.

That was bloodshed, from which said, audible threats
Rap battles can get so intense that audible threats are made.

Publicize regrets, wanted alive or dead
After a particularly intense battle, some people feel regret and others want revenge.

A hand full recovered from the dramatic plunge
A few people were able to recover after the intense experience.

While the rest kept babblin' and speakin' in tongues
Others were left in a state of shock and confusion.

Since the competition already slaked them in a scrimmage
The competition was already too much for them.

He continued tarnish that, already faded image
He went on to continue ruining his already diminishing reputation.

Any sport, when they come short, majors don't need 'em
If you are not successful in a sport, the big leagues won't want you.

Then they broke, lose they homes, lively hood and freedom
People often lose everything after failing to succeed in a sport or profession.

The rhyme could be a blunt object that make you choke
Rap lyrics can be so powerful that they leave you speechless.

Like too many tokes, that'll recharge in growth
They can be like taking too many drugs that recharge and stimulate growth.

This Witty Unpredictable Talent or Natural Game
The combination of my talent and unpredictability make my rap unique.

With non added of slang, it's all actual fact
My lyrics are truthful and don't rely on slang to make an impact.

The high roller knock the chip off the shoulder
I confidently take risks and challenge others.

Strike like the perfect bowler, with catastrophic damage
My lyrics are powerful and can have a huge impact.

My other's hard to vanish, punishment, swift to sudden
My reputation cannot easily be ruined and I can be punishing to my competitors.

Unparalleled advantage, brought to a level where you froze and can't speak
My talent is so impressive that it can leave people speechless.

Trapped in the frigid temperatures of that peak
People are left feeling overwhelmed and stuck in the moment.