After releasing a pair of albums with the Freestyle Fellowship, To Whom it May Concern... and Innercity Griots, Acey signed to Capitol Records and released his highly acclaimed solo debut, All Balls Don't Bounce, in 1995. He returned three years later with his second album, A Book of Human Language, a collaboration with producer Mumbles.
Acey returned solo again in 2001 with his third solo album, Accepted Eclectic. In 2002, the Freestyle Fellowship returned after 9 years for the release of their third group album, Shockadoom. 2002 and 2003 saw two more solo releases, Hip Hop and the World We Live In and Love & Hate and another A-Team album ('Lab Down Under'). In 2006, Aceyalone released two more solo projects, first, Magnificent City, a collaboration with producer RJD2, followed by Grand Imperial. 2007 sees Acey releasing the first in his planned explorations of world musics, Lightining Stikes.
Widely recognized as one of the more lyrically gifted in the history of emceeing, Aceyalone embodies the sophisticated west coast style that is showcased in other indie artists such as Blackalicious and Del Tha Funkee Homosapien.
Impact
Aceyalone Lyrics
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You can lock your door from the thief, never the liar
I got a firm belief, fight fire with fire
When there's one too many chiefs, all the indians conspire
And somebody gotta go so I can take it higher
Cause I'm a live wire, underneath the radar
State of the art parts, Darth Black Vader
Quicker than a shotgun blast on the trader
Ready and available, heavily equipped
Steadily my boat rock, but it never flip
I'm heavy hand on the plan tryin to get a grip
Permanent underdog, it's all in the script
My bars went way up, ego went through the roof
I swallowed the truth right along with my pride
I died and came back again, buildin up my stack again
When the world tries to back you in, then you've gots to ride
Lone vigilante, bounty hunter nomad
Boba Fett, no regrets, everything load-ed
My mind is the only thing heavy when I tote it
The one to go down with the last bridge and you know that
Head barely on straight, my heart's in the right place
Still workin on my masterpiece, plannin for the great escape
Get a load of me, look at how I'm takin shape
And I'm so far ahead of the game, make no mistake
Last of the Mohicans, a reverand deacon
Minister Maximillion speakin, heat seakin
I'd rather leave your mind open than to leave it leakin
Aceyalone-wolf, forever and a weekend
The Goddess said she loved me, angels said they had my back
How the hell could I lose, I accept my fate and that was that
Jumped off a moving train to do my thang on the track
Stopped in the heat of the moment, for the impact
In the song "Impact" by Aceyalone, the rapper explores themes of perseverance and resilience in the face of opposition. He speaks about the importance of fighting fire with fire and never backing down from a challenge, emphasizing the need to rise above the negativity and push forward towards success. He compares himself to a live wire, always ready for action, with state-of-the-art parts that make him unstoppable. He describes himself as a heavy-handed planner, trying to gain a firm grip on his life while remaining a permanent underdog. Throughout the song, Aceyalone paints a picture of himself as a lone vigilante, a bounty hunter nomad, always ready for whatever challenges may come his way.
The opening lines of the song, "You can lock your door from the thief, never the liar," set the tone for the rest of the lyrics. Aceyalone is warning the listener that there are people out there who will try to deceive you, but also urging them not to give up in the face of adversity. He believes that fighting back is the only way to get ahead and take control of your life. The closing lines, "Jumped off a moving train to do my thang on the track/Stopped in the heat of the moment, for the impact," are perhaps the most powerful in the song, suggesting that Aceyalone is willing to risk everything to achieve his dreams, and that he continues to do so even in the face of danger.
Line by Line Meaning
You can lock your door from the thief, never the liar
You can protect your belongings from someone who steals things, but it is not possible to protect them from someone who is dishonest and deceives you.
I got a firm belief, fight fire with fire
I believe in responding to aggression in kind, rather than being passive or showing restraint.
When there's one too many chiefs, all the indians conspire
When there are too many people in charge and not enough followers, the followers will unite to oppose them.
And somebody gotta go so I can take it higher
In order for me to achieve greater success, I may need to eliminate competition or others who are holding me back.
Cause I'm a live wire, underneath the radar
I am unpredictable and fast-moving, and I operate below the level of awareness of those who might try to stop me.
State of the art parts, Darth Black Vader
I am equipped with the most advanced tools and technology, and I am as intimidating as the famous Star Wars villain.
Quicker than a shotgun blast on the trader
I am extremely fast and decisive, and I can make critical moves before anyone else can react.
Baddest motherfucker both sides the equator
I am the toughest, most fearless person around, regardless of where I am in the world.
Ready and available, heavily equipped
I am always prepared and have all the resources I need to succeed.
Steadily my boat rock, but it never flip
My life has its ups and downs, but I always manage to stay afloat and never give up.
I'm heavy hand on the plan tryin to get a grip
I am firmly in control of my goals and am working hard to achieve them.
Permanent underdog, it's all in the script
I am always the underdog, but that is just the way things are supposed to be in my life.
My bars went way up, ego went through the roof
My skills and abilities have greatly improved, and I have become more confident as a result.
I swallowed the truth right along with my pride
I have accepted unpleasant or uncomfortable facts about myself, even if it means admitting to my own flaws and mistakes.
I died and came back again, buildin up my stack again
I have experienced a major setback or failure, but I have recovered and am now rebuilding my success from scratch.
When the world tries to back you in, then you've gots to ride
When life throws challenges your way, you must face them head on and not back down.
Lone vigilante, bounty hunter nomad
I am a solitary, self-sufficient person who seeks out rewards, whether through financial gain or personal satisfaction.
Boba Fett, no regrets, everything load-ed
I am like the Star Wars character Boba Fett, a fearless bounty hunter who is always prepared and never second-guesses their actions.
My mind is the only thing heavy when I tote it
The only thing that weighs me down or holds me back is my own mind and thoughts.
The one to go down with the last bridge and you know that
I am someone you can count on to stay true to their word and take on responsibility, even if it means sticking with something until the very end.
Head barely on straight, my heart's in the right place
I may be struggling emotionally or mentally, but my intentions and motivations are good and honorable.
Still workin on my masterpiece, plannin for the great escape
I am constantly trying to improve and refine my craft or skills, and I am also preparing for a major opportunity or success that will allow me to advance further in life.
Get a load of me, look at how I'm takin shape
Take notice of my progress and how I am developing as a person or professional.
And I'm so far ahead of the game, make no mistake
I am ahead of the competition and am better positioned for success than others may realize.
Last of the Mohicans, a reverand deacon
I am a rare and unique individual, combining qualities of both a warrior and a religious leader.
Minister Maximillion speakin, heat seakin
I am a powerful orator and leader, always on the lookout for opportunities or advantages.
I'd rather leave your mind open than to leave it leakin
I prefer to inspire and educate others rather than frighten or intimidate them into compliance.
Aceyalone-wolf, forever and a weekend
I am like a lone wolf, independent and self-sufficient, now and forever.
The Goddess said she loved me, angels said they had my back
I feel blessed or divinely favored, with powerful spiritual forces watching over me and protecting me.
How the hell could I lose, I accept my fate and that was that
I am confident and accepting of whatever outcome I face, knowing that everything happens for a reason and I will make the best of whatever cards I am dealt.
Jumped off a moving train to do my thang on the track
I am someone who takes risks and bold action to pursue my goals or dreams, even if it means leaving behind a sure thing or taking a leap of faith.
Stopped in the heat of the moment, for the impact
I have paused to reflect and appreciate the impact of my actions or achievements, recognizing that they will have a lasting effect on my life and the lives of others.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: EDWIN M. JR. HAYES, RAMBLE JON KROHN
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Věrka Soukupová
:::::Soundtrack of ME https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cODJMg8skB0&list=RDMM&index=6