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Artifacts Lyrics


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Intro/Chorus:

c'mon wit da c'mon, git down wit da git down (4X)

Verse One: El Da Sensai

c'mon and get down with that Artifacts sound
Where kids get wreck and, the beat's bound to pound
We're strollin through the industry be , see we gotta be
the next shit that kicks, cause brothers ain't got it
In this rap shit, ain't no time for the dilly-dally
pally throw a match in the Gasoline Alley
Blew up mad spots, kids were jealous for the props
See the shit never stops Hobbes, just lookin for my dillz-knot
Styles we make, never fake, broke breaks in every crate
Old freestyles and dirty ass copied-over tapes
Notified that, the Artifacts never slack
While crews is on stage wack, we just play the back
Now, the flip tripper ripper slits ya wit da mixture
All crews, who never paid dues, watch it 'fore I get ya
Cause nowadays, it's da ways, of the underground
but they're wack now, so c'mon wit da git down

Chorus

Verse Two: Tame One

You know the stacks, if not, then ask some niggaz who heard of me
The half on the Artifacts of Jersey
Cause brothers be buggin not givin love to the nuccas
Sayin fuck us, cause we be shinin brighter than the suckers
Shootin me prison nobody listens to your dissin
Cause yo my shit's legit and as a lyricist I'm hittin
the high note, so why don't, I smile when I take pictures
Cause now that I rock I got more niggaz on my jock than bitches
I just want to do my jams with fams and slam into some hypeness
But biters and backstabbin rappers don't even like us
But props due, peep The Source RapPages and the Billboard
And read about the tours while you be flappin your jaws
I freak techniques, cause talk is cheaper than beepers from Broad Street
Punks talk junk, Tame and the Sensai leave em all beat
So peep how deep my technique freaks and how my shit sounds
c'mon wit da c'mon, git down wit da git down

Chorus

Verse Three: MC El, Tame One

Hold up, you rap sucker duck, buck, the track's rough enough
to prove a point, that the niggaz is the joint
Magazines where we're seen, now pop the tape in your deck
I got the Heavy Ammunition 'cause I'm Flexi Wit Da Tech
Niggaz, can't believe the Artifacts achieve
Got, tricks up my sleeve so bow down on your knees
Yo, we ain't got the same lame, ordinary plain game
Put to shame any crew who wants to feel the flame
So bring submission to the rap recognition
My right hand is itchin from the shit that I'm scriptin
So pass the baton, to the next runner up, Tame
I give a pound so, c'mon wit da git down

Aiyyo, word to my grandma's tampons, I drop bombs, but since
our demo tracks had gaps some said my fat raps was half-assed
Watchin others rock and clock we shocked em like a robot
with our props, so now the Notty Head Niggaz got more knots yo
My pockets are lumpy chump, my drunk style is trunky dunk
My disc in crisp, put funk in funk like Humpty Hump
'cause I'm comin from the underground I'm down wit da git down
MC's who used to diss us, get pissed cause they ain't shit now
The Artifacts, represent on every stage we step on
The days of gettin slept, are dead because we keep on
peepin these weak MC's, who cheese with their bologny
Cause they're phony as fuck, and couldn't pull shit off a tow truck
So yo bro, now you know my flow so go and sit down
or c'mon wit da c'mon, git down wit da git down





Chorus 2X

Overall Meaning

The song "C'mon Wit Da Git Down" by Artifacts delivers a message of defiance and braggadocio that are typical of classic hip-hop tracks. El Da Sensai and Tame One trade verses over a rugged, sample-heavy beat, declaring their place in the rap game and daring others to step up and challenge them. The chorus of the song serves as a call-to-action for the listener to join in the celebration of hip-hop culture and get down with the groove.


El Da Sensai dishes out the first verse, where he establishes the Artifacts' unique style and approach to rap, emphasizing their dedication to crafting authentic sounds that break out of the mold. Tame One chimes in on the second verse, defending their reputation against detractors and boasting about their accomplishments. The two MCs collaborate on the third verse, trading off lines and showcasing their lyrical chemistry.


Artifacts' "C'mon Wit Da Git Down" was released in 1994 as the first single from their debut album "Between a Rock and a Hard Place." The song became a classic of the East Coast underground hip-hop scene and earned the duo a loyal following. The track's minimalist beat, constructed from samples of drums, bass, guitar riffs, and vocal snippets, helped to establish the Artifacts' distinct sound, which blended elements of jazz and funk with gritty street poetry.


Line by Line Meaning

c'mon wit da c'mon, git down wit da git down
Let's get into this and start dancing


c'mon and get down with that Artifacts sound
Let's enjoy the music and feel the beat created by Artifacts


Where kids get wreck and, the beat's bound to pound
The music is so good that it will make kids go crazy and dance


We're strollin through the industry be, see we gotta be
We are walking through the music industry to get recognition because we are very talented


the next shit that kicks, cause brothers ain't got it
We are creating something new and better because other people don't have what we have


In this rap shit, ain't no time for the dilly-dally
In the world of rap music, there is no time to waste on unimportant things


pally throw a match in the Gasoline Alley
We are setting fire to the music industry with our talent


Blew up mad spots, kids were jealous for the props
Our music became very popular, and some people were envious of our success


See the shit never stops Hobbes, just lookin for my dillz-knot
Our music never stops, and we are always looking for success and money


Styles we make, never fake, broke breaks in every crate
We make authentic music, with real talent and skills


Old freestyles and dirty ass copied-over tapes
We worked hard to create music and improve it, even with limited resources


Notified that, the Artifacts never slack
People appreciate our consistency in creating good music


While crews is on stage wack, we just play the back
Other music groups have bad stage performances, but we excel and let our music speak for us


Now, the flip tripper ripper slits ya wit da mixture
Our unique and innovative style of music will get you excited and make you dance


All crews, who never paid dues, watch it 'fore I get ya
Other music groups who didn't work hard to get recognition should beware of our success


Cause nowadays, it's da ways, of the underground
Nowadays, there is a growing underground music scene


but they're wack now, so c'mon wit da git down
But since they are now not as good, let's stick to our music and dance to it


You know the stacks, if not, then ask some niggaz who heard of me
If you don't know how good my music is, you can ask people who have heard it


The half on the Artifacts of Jersey
I can assure you that Artifacts is one of the best music groups from Jersey


Cause brothers be buggin not givin love to the nuccas
Some people are critical and don't appreciate new talent in the music industry


Sayin fuck us, cause we be shinin brighter than the suckers
These people hate us because we are more successful and talented than them


Shootin me prison nobody listens to your dissin
People won't listen to negative criticism against me


Cause yo my shit's legit and as a lyricist I'm hittin
Because my music is authentic and well-done, and my lyrics are really good


the high note, so why don't, I smile when I take pictures
I am very happy with the success of my music career


Cause now that I rock I got more niggaz on my jock than bitches
Now that my music is more successful, I have more male followers than female admirers


I just want to do my jams with fams and slam into some hypeness
I just want to enjoy my music with my loved ones and enjoy a great time


But biters and backstabbin rappers don't even like us
Some other music groups who steal music and are jealous of us don't like us


But props due, peep The Source RapPages and the Billboard
Our success and talent is recognized and appreciated by The Source RapPages and the Billboard


And read about the tours while you be flappin your jaws
While other people talk, you can read about our successful tours


I freak techniques, cause talk is cheaper than beepers from Broad Street
I show my skills and talent through my music, not through empty words


Punks talk junk, Tame and the Sensai leave em all beat
Other music groups who criticize us unfairly will be beaten by our talent and hard work


So peep how deep my technique freaks and how my shit sounds
Listen to my music and appreciate the depth, authentic sounds, and talent in the rhythms.


Hold up, you rap sucker duck, buck, the track's rough enough
Stop, listen up, bad rap music groups, the music is loud enough and better than yours


to prove a point, that the niggaz is the joint
To prove that we are one of the best music groups


Magazines where we're seen, now pop the tape in your deck
We are well-known and have been featured in magazines, you should listen to our music


I got the Heavy Ammunition 'cause I'm Flexi Wit Da Tech
My talent is an artillery in making excellent music


Niggaz, can't believe the Artifacts achieve
Some people can't believe how successful the Artifacts are


Got, tricks up my sleeve so bow down on your knees
We have many talents and skills, and people should respect that


Yo, we ain't got the same lame, ordinary plain game
We are not like other music groups who make average, boring music


Put to shame any crew who wants to feel the flame
We are better than any music group who tries to compete with us


So bring submission to the rap recognition
People should recognize our skills and talent in rap music


My right hand is itchin from the shit that I'm scriptin
I am excited and proud of what I have created through my music


So pass the baton, to the next runner up, Tame
Let Tame take over and continue creating successful music


I give a pound so, c'mon wit da git down
I encourage people to dance to my music and have fun


Aiyyo, word to my grandma's tampons, I drop bombs, but since
I swear to tell the truth, and I create great music, but since


our demo tracks had gaps some said my fat raps was half-assed
Some people have criticized our early music because we had gaps in our demo tracks


Watchin others rock and clock we shocked em like a robot
We surprised people with our success like an unstoppable robot


with our props, so now the Notty Head Niggaz got more knots yo
We receive more appreciation and respect, and some followers or fans are surprised at our success.


My pockets are lumpy chump, my drunk style is trunky dunk
I have money in my pocket, my carefree lifestyle is a little drunken


My disc in crisp, put funk in funk like Humpty Hump
My music is new and refreshing, and puts a different style into hip hop, as Humpty Hump did before.


'cause I'm comin from the underground I'm down wit da git down
I am coming from humble beginnings, and I still identify with the hip-hop dance music scene.


MC's who used to diss us, get pissed cause they ain't shit now
Music groups who used to criticize us harshly are now frustrated because they are not popular anymore.


The Artifacts, represent on every stage we step on
We represent great music on every stage we perform on


The days of gettin slept, are dead because we keep on
We used to be overlooked and ignored, but we keep working hard and keep getting more successful


peepin these weak MC's, who cheese with their bologny
We see through other music groups who are not talented, and make fake or cheesy music


Cause they're phony as fuck, and couldn't pull shit off a tow truck
They are not only fake and talentless, but also cannot do anything productive or useful.


So yo bro, now you know my flow so go and sit down
I have shown you my great music and talent, so relax and enjoy the rhythm.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., EMPIRE PUBLISHING
Written by: Arthur Terence Galt Mac Dermot, William E Williams, Rahem Ross Brown, Gerome Ragni, James Rado, Anthony Best

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Comments from YouTube:

@hypnoticwill

i love it so much when i find an old school classic that i never heard before. it maybe old, but new to me.

@peweed8412

it works with albums too

@dominiquesadaronne6520

It's not Old School bro but New School ;)
Old school is 70s and 80s Hip Hop (for ex: Bambaata, SugarHill Gang, Grand Master Flash)

@dominiquesadaronne6520

​@@peweed8412 Hell yeah! It works with jazz, soul, funk, Rock'n'roll classics too for me lol

@andrewsk6898

@@dominiquesadaronne6520 i though its called golden age era but not really new school... At least all people now approach it as old school because the new shit rappers do has almost nothing in common with this lmao ... Seems like the foundation is lost, thats what they call new school

@beanjohnson5342

Andrew Mol man this is just good ass music today’s rap just isn’t the same it’s too flashy and it’s usually the same like “ hey look at all my money “ then they have shitty flow and just eh this tho this has a soul to it this is rap 👌🏻👌🏻 this good shit and I hella enjoy this stuff lol

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@foiabun1

Finally the youtube algorithm putting in the work

@510t

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@foiabun1

@@510t okay man?

@deadlyhoneyduw346

lol really tho

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