He went to the same school as Nas, Kool G Rap and Large Professor. Together with Nas he made his first apperance on the "'Live At The BBQ" track of the Main Source album "Breakin Atoms" in 1991.
Checkmate
Akinyele Lyrics
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about the Ak, they don't know me from a tree in the forest
My name's not summer so I don't sweat it
Most y'all niggaz know I cut ya like cheese that's cheddared
I been around the world like Lisa Stansfield tour bus
Tearin niggaz up from here to West Bubblefuck
So don't front like you don't know what my name is
Before I start diving up in that ass like Greg Louganis
You take my style and squeeze your lips
like probably you see your life stopped, you're freakin FAMOUS
I dare another rapper try to TAME THIS
I hit you in the ANUS
Once y'all reach for the damn A-LIST
still, this ain't the pretty boy
Fear sex-appeal it's Ak, a.k.a. the real deal
I make punk rappers stutter, why-yoyoy-yoyoy-yoyo
I bring out the Das EFX in a motherfucker
I livin larger than a mansion, you hear me?
You fear me, you're just a Little House on the Praerie
Leave 'fore Hurricane Ak come blowin in
All you motherfuckers best to breeze like the wind
Check the news forecast
I place a con niggaz'll stick ya on your butt
If you're light in the ass
Close your eyes, and concentrate it's time to recognize
The Ak keep brothers on checkmate
Check over there, and then check over here
Just lend me your ear, c'mon listen
Nigga you just can't defeat me
Child abusers walk around, knowin they just can't beat me
So don't try to take the winner's belt
Aiyyo this ain't April 1st so don't dare fool yourself
It don't get no liver, I'm hittin harder than a chastiser
I flip rhymes like saliva, poundin on your BRAIN
With the sick shit I'm SAYING
I got more GAME than a panhandler on a TRAIN
Huh, it's rare if I don't catch props
I'm the Ak I tear that ass out the frame like a benzie box
You know the rules if you ain't ruff
Stay on the hush and get played like Sunday school shoes
and get scuffed, I put heads to bed like newlyweds
Sing your rap eulogy
'cause now you're good as dead
Hit the deck, once I round it off like a Tec
I play you like a game of chess and keep your ass in check
Checkmate
Check all around, and then check for them clowns
Check the fuckin real sound, break down
In English, MC's can't last
Similar to a car crash, I got rap in a smash
Whenever you want to get loose and hang out
Remember I done turned enough troops into The Last Boy Scout
Think you'll last? Then come try
Otherwise make like a librarian and keep your ass quiet
I'm out to catch the winner's cup
All you number one contenders just got knocked to the runner's up
What nigga what? I'm blowin up the spot with dynamite
rhymes by the Ak
Airports they amazed to me
Shit 'cause I fly so much heads yah have my own travel agency
Rap's are fat like SUMO, slammin like JUDO
I won't get abused like numbers, I'm MENUDO
I got the art down pat, pass the courderoy
this bad boy about to start to slack
Fuck how "I could just kill a maaaan"
I'm slick and puttin brothers out with these Edward Niggahands
Ten fingers of death, grippin micraphones
Holdin my own, sparkin rhymes up like grindstones
Rippin up challengers
Creating a mess on stage out of comedian rappers like Gallagher
My mind is filthier than a HAMPER
Dirty like a CAMPER
On top of that I've been through more shit than PAMPERS
Fake is what I ain't
But Constantine the Great, don't know me from a can of paint
Listen to how the soundwaves vibrate
You can't relate, I got your whole brain on checkmate
Rob Swift is his name, with Akineyle in the game
You're best to maintain, as we aim for your brain
as we aim for your brain (3x)
In "Checkmate," Akinyele showcases his lyrical prowess and confident swagger as he takes shots at "rappers that talk garbage" about him. He asserts his dominance through clever wordplay and metaphors, daring others to try to tame him or take his spot as the winner. He asserts that his reputation precedes him, having traveled far and wide and leaving a trail of defeated opponents in his wake. He warns others to check their surroundings before they step to him, as he's always ready for a challenge and won't hesitate to put them in their place.
Throughout the song, Akinyele incorporates chess terminology such as "checkmate," "keepers," and "contenders" to emphasize his strategic approach to the rap game. He also incorporates pop culture references, such as Greg Louganis and The Last Boy Scout, to further highlight his wit and cultural savvy. Ultimately, "Checkmate" serves as a declaration of Akinyele's dominance and a warning to anyone who may try to challenge him.
Line by Line Meaning
I throw incinerators at rappers that talk garbage
I aggressively attack rappers who spread lies about me
about the Ak, they don't know me from a tree in the forest
They have no idea who I really am, even if they are talking about me
My name's not summer so I don't sweat it
I am not bothered by their attempts to defame me
Most y'all niggaz know I cut ya like cheese that's cheddared
I easily dismantle other rappers with ease
I been around the world like Lisa Stansfield tour bus
I have traveled all around the world
Tearin niggaz up from here to West Bubblefuck
I destroy everyone in my path
So don't front like you don't know what my name is
Don't act like you don't know who I am
Before I start diving up in that ass like Greg Louganis
I will attack you and embarrass you like a champion diver
That's not my number one AMOS
My main goal is not to impress others
You take my style and squeeze your lips
Others try to copy my style without success
like probably you see your life stopped, you're freakin FAMOUS
You may become famous but it could ruin your life
I dare another rapper try to TAME THIS
I challenge other rappers to try and compete with me
I hit you in the ANUS
I will humiliate you and defeat you
Once y'all reach for the damn A-LIST
If you try to compete with me, you will fail
still, this ain't the pretty boy
I am not here to impress people with my looks
Fear sex-appeal it's Ak, a.k.a. the real deal
Don't be afraid of my confidence, I am genuine
I make punk rappers stutter, why-yoyoy-yoyoy-yoyo
I intimidate and silence weaker rappers
I bring out the Das EFX in a motherfucker
I inspire rappers to perform at their best
I livin larger than a mansion, you hear me?
I am living a grand lifestyle
You fear me, you're just a Little House on the Praerie
You are small compared to me and you know it
Leave 'fore Hurricane Ak come blowin in
You should leave before I destroy you
All you motherfuckers best to breeze like the wind
Everyone should stay away from me if they want to avoid damage
Check the news forecast
Be prepared for my arrival
I place a con niggaz'll stick ya on your butt
I will humiliate you and knock you down
If you're light in the ass
If you are weak
Close your eyes, and concentrate it's time to recognize
Pay attention and realize who I am
The Ak keep brothers on checkmate
I keep my opponents in checkmate with my skills
Check over there, and then check over here
Be aware of your surroundings and what is going on
Just lend me your ear, c'mon listen
Pay attention to what I am saying
Nigga you just can't defeat me
You cannot defeat me in any way
Child abusers walk around, knowin they just can't beat me
Even the worst people cannot defeat me
So don't try to take the winner's belt
Do not attempt to surpass me
Aiyyo this ain't April 1st so don't dare fool yourself
Don't try to trick yourself into thinking you are better than me
It don't get no liver, I'm hittin harder than a chastiser
No one is as powerful as me
I flip rhymes like saliva, poundin on your BRAIN
My rhymes are powerful and intense
With the sick shit I'm SAYING
I am saying the most raw and real things
I got more GAME than a panhandler on a TRAIN
I am more skilled than anyone else
Huh, it's rare if I don't catch props
I always receive recognition for my skills
I'm the Ak I tear that ass out the frame like a benzie box
I am unstoppable and powerful
Think you'll last? Then come try
If you think you are good enough, try to compete with me
Otherwise make like a librarian and keep your ass quiet
Otherwise, keep your mouth shut
I'm out to catch the winner's cup
I am aiming to become the best
All you number one contenders just got knocked to the runner's up
I have defeated every other contender
What nigga what? I'm blowin up the spot with dynamite
I am causing a scene and shocking everyone with my skills
rhymes by the Ak
My rhymes are top-notch
Airports they amazed to me
People are amazed by my talent
Shit 'cause I fly so much heads yah have my own travel agency
I travel so much that it seems like I own a travel agency
Rap's are fat like SUMO, slammin like JUDO
My raps are heavy and powerful like SUMO wrestling and JUDO
I won't get abused like numbers, I'm MENUDO
I am not easily destroyed like numbers in mathematics
I got the art down pat, pass the courderoy
I have mastered the art of rapping
this bad boy about to start to slack
I am about to enter a new phase of my career
Fuck how 'I could just kill a maaaan'
I am not interested in violent behavior
I'm slick and puttin brothers out with these Edward Niggahands
I am skillful and powerful and can defeat other rappers with ease
Ten fingers of death, grippin micraphones
I am a powerful rapper with the ability to destroy if necessary
Holdin my own, sparkin rhymes up like grindstones
I am skilled and talented at the art of rapping
Rippin up challengers
I am unbeatable and destroy all challengers
Creating a mess on stage out of comedian rappers like Gallagher
I humiliate other rappers who are just trying to be funny
My mind is filthier than a HAMPER
My thoughts and rhymes are raw and uncensored
Dirty like a CAMPER
I am unafraid to get dirty with my style of rapping
On top of that I've been through more shit than PAMPERS
I have been through more hardships than others can imagine
Fake is what I ain't
I am genuine and real
But Constantine the Great, don't know me from a can of paint
Even famous people do not know me
Listen to how the soundwaves vibrate
Listen to how powerful and intense my rhymes are
You can't relate, I got your whole brain on checkmate
You cannot understand or compete with me, I have you in checkmate
Rob Swift is his name, with Akineyle in the game
Rob Swift is my collaborator
You're best to maintain, as we aim for your brain
Be careful, because we will attempt to outperform you
as we aim for your brain (3x)
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: AKINYELE ADAMS, MACEO JR. PARKER, MELVIN PARKER, JIMMY NOLAN, L. D. WILLIAMS, LEVI RASPBERRY, ELONZO KELLUM, RICHARD GRIFFITH, BERNARD ODOM, JOSEPH DAVIS
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