While Bahamadia has been consistently active in the recording industry since her introduction in 1996, she has (amazingly) only two solo album releases to her credit. First was the now "classic" EMI Records release "KOLLAGE", which she described as "various sound blends and textures of my interpretation of hip-hop music that encompasses topics of importance to me." "KOLLAGE", which was the first LP ever written/co-produced entirely by a female hip-hop artist, generated the 1996 SOUL TRAIN LADY OF SOUL award nomination for BEST NEW R&B/RAP ARTIST. Bahamadia 's second solo project, the critically acclaimed "BB QUEEN", was released in the year 2000 on the indie label Good Vibe Recordings. "BB QUEEN" was also the debut of multi-talented Virgin Recording artist Dwele.
In addition to being a respected songwriter/producer, Bahamadia serves as a positive role model for, and mentor of, many upcoming artists. She is a regular participant in educational lectures at universities, as well as in music conferences and seminars. She has been a contributing writer for Stress Magazine in New York City. Her historic weekly radio show at Philadelphia's 103.9FM, "BAHAMADIA'S B-SIDES"(circa 1997-1999), reigned as
one of the highest rated radio shows in Philadelphia. " BAHAMADIA'S B-SIDES" gave Philly radio listeners their first taste of then unknown artists like Eminem, Mos Def, and many of the Rawkus Records roster of artist during the late 1990's. In a nutshell, "B-SIDES" showcased underground talent worldwide and served as a template for taste-maker forums such as "Now Hear This" presented by fellow Philadelphians The Roots. In Bahamadia's words, "the show was designed to nurture grass-roots culture."
Bahamadia has collaborated with a wide variety of her musical contemporaries. Although many of these collaborations have resulted in groundbreaking creations(for example, the track entitled "NEW FORMS", produced by MERCURY AWARD winner Roni Size, was the first "Drum-n-Bass" track to feature a rap vocalist), they mostly came about in distinctly organic fashion. Simply put, "sonic gems" were created because of musicians' mutual respect for each other. These works include songs with Lauryn Hill, Morcheeba, Sweet Back (Sade & Maxwell's band), Towa Tei, The Roots, King Britt, Ramsey Lewis(Jazzmatazz, Vol.2), Talib Kweli, Erykah Badu, Mc Lyte, Zap Mama, and more. When asked why she chooses to work with such an eclectic range of artists, Bahamadia explains, "I do it in order to push the envelope and stop the music from being stagnant".
Not only in demand for concert performances throughout the United States, Bahamadia had been invited to participate in many overseas tours, embracing fans in Germany, Sweden, Switzerland, Holland, England, France, Poland, Austria, and Australia gaining a global cult following based on integrity & skill.
Now that she has helped set the stage for Philadelphia artist and other practitioners of her idea of "quality" hip-hop to get their just due, she is ready to do the same for herself. Family and community before herself?Bahamadia wouldn't have it any other way!
3 Tha Hard Way
Bahamadia Lyrics
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cream like cherry jubalee - my steeze put cha at ease like
methamphetamines or like Tony Shakks "fan-na-cees" about his wallabess
slice fit-een yo meen Big East be comin` through ghetto magic plusa da
bullies back it what me now Buddah Blessed 4 I and I provide da
Greatest Natur-role pure as life that exit from Nah gent-ta-tillc
styles interna-sha-nile likde direct connects to internet verbal text
blossum like chia pets per-fect wit da mic devices Bahama-dee be tha`
ex-ced-da-ra-saaloom 2 GangStarr and my nigga K-Sarrah
Second verse
Ha yo, I`m doing this for the cruuz claimin` that there better I`m
tickled, ya must be like Sanford on the ripple little by little, I
kick verses from the middle of my brain, the Riddler couldn`t fuck wit
Kannon Riddles I remain the undisputed you should of known if you knew
it, Montell couldn`t tell you how we do it and few get the chance to
even so the Kannon Dance wit da Kannon Band shit be slammin more than
Larry Nance and plus it`s in me to give you more like Demi, I do easy
leave aardway to penny, as I display skillz for what it`s worth sent
to this earth to stop the curse of wake lic`s upon my turf, this is
the end like Armagedin your settin a bad example niggaz still using my
samples times ample ha yo swyft never said she was the baddest but I
kept it real, you niggaz frontin talkin bout you packin steel your
sportin a first all up in rectum by the central kid`s sitting all up
in the bullie section
Third verse
Do you remember those you chase to forget back when ya ears was wet
and now ya preachin` ya releasin` mini-tec I need a mic check because
da static come sparatic emcee`s be hooked like addicts while
casualties stay tragic there ain`t no glamour in that story all guts
no glory entrenced in jealousy just like the suckers who abhor me they
tell but they don`t know the core, so raw is now my reference like
Mumia there is no evidence to say that I`m more tha I am undbending
neve revending similar to million men me say "Just-us" you say me bust
bust mental stagnation like the cancer patients eatin` cow fuss as the
minds rust from dawn to dusk I rest in Mecca the words sound power as
in energy see Heka to die because ya black simply be no cause at all
surreality just like the lengends of the fall initial looks of the
shook hearted kids who shouldn`t started lyrics leave like spirits and
and the waters Moses parted Do or Die`s ya slogan but niggaz slip with
Trojans major mental corrosion like Murray`s meat unfrozen I am the
chosen Earth Sun Moon and Stars hard for me to find a top contender
just to spar some peep the exterior and believe inferior next ya know
they callin for a sound bwoy burial D&D Studio be wicked catch wreck
for infinity one love peace to Bahamadia
Last verse
Like Salt & Pepa, I take it to the next platoe niggaz scream nay what
dis Brown Sugar like D`Angelo I make it better fo` fantanics fienin
for da Buttaz Boo like 25 to lifers do from lack of gettin` douce
you-oou, I put my little thing in action smoother, than sat-tin or
special Ed when he was taxin` headz relax and play tha` back when I
spill I regulate a flow like chicks on birth control pills-ill anitics
keep it movin` on bouncin` like nylon from illadel 2 Lebanon - (no doubt)
In the song "3 Tha Hard Way," Bahamadia pays homage to the art of hip-hop, highlighting the importance of lyrics and delivery in the genre. She starts out by acknowledging the latest enter-ree for Illadel Colonies and their ability to grab the money. Bahamadia uses a comparison to Tony Shakk's "fan-na-cees" about his Wallabess slice fit, indicating that her steeze (style) puts listeners at ease similar to the effects of methamphetamines. She emphasizes her connection to her natural role, which is not only pure but also the greatest. Bahamadia's style is international and her verbal text connects her directly to the internet. She compares her verbal prowess to chia pets blossoming as well as to Bahama-dee, bringing her unique style to the rap scene.
In the second verse, Bahamadia continues to assert her unbeatable style, mentioning that she's doing this for the cruuz (crew) claiming to be better. She remains the undisputed queen of rap, and those who know it understand that she does it effortlessly. She also claims to be the chosen one, and it's hard for her to find a top contender to spar with. She manages to regulate a flow like chicks on birth control pills, and she keeps moving on.
The third verse starts by asking, "Do you remember those you chase to forget?" Bahamadia seems to speak about those in the hip-hop community who have betrayed or wronged her. She mentions that they tell but don't know the core, referring to those who spread rumors about her. Bahamadia remains resilient, unbending, and never revending, similar to the Million Man March. She emphasizes her message of just-us, and highlights the need to stop wake lic's curse upon her turf.
Overall Bahamadia stresses that the essence of hip hop lies in the art of rapping and personality as opposed to fame and power.
Line by Line Meaning
Salutes 2 action be tha latest enter-ree 4 illadel colonies da get da cream like cherry jubalee
Acknowledging and paying respect to action and achievement is the latest trend among the Illadel colonies, who are getting richly rewarded just like the cherry jubilee dessert.
my steeze put cha at ease like methamphetamines or like Tony Shakks "fan-na-cees" about his wallabess slice
My style puts you at ease, akin to the effects of methamphetamines. It's almost like Tony Shakks' fondness for his prized wallabies.
fit-een yo meen Big East be comin` through ghetto magic plusa da bullies back it what me now
Big East, Fifteen and the people with street-smart and bully-like demeanor are rising to stardom using their own brand of magic, and they're unstoppable now.
Buddah Blessed 4 I and I provide da Greatest Natur-role pure as life that exit from Nah gent-ta-tillc styles
Having been blessed by Buddha, I provide the most natural and purest style of music that comes from the Nah gent-ta-tillc region.
interna-sha-nile likde direct connects to internet verbal text blossum like chia pets
My style is international and global, like direct connections to the internet. It's growing and expanding just like chia pets.
per-fect wit da mic devices Bahama-dee be tha` nices bringin` nix rap thing 2 the light like osyrus
I have perfected the art of using microphones to deliver music, and I'm the nicest at it. I'm bringing the new rap style to the forefront, much like Osyrus.
4 tha` 9 pound ex-ced-da-ra-saaloom 2 GangStarr and my nigga K-Sarrah
This is for the fans of the 9-pound, ex-ced-da-ra-saaloom style of music, for GangStarr and my friend K-Sarrah.
Ha yo, I`m doing this for the cruuz claimin` that there better
I am making this music for the crowds who claim to be better than the rest.
I kick verses from the middle of my brain, the Riddler couldn`t fuck wit Kannon Riddles
My verses come from deep within my mind, and they are so cryptic and clever that even The Riddler wouldn't be able to match them.
as I display skillz for what it`s worth sent to this earth to stop the curse of wake lic`s upon my turf
I am showcasing my talent for what it's worth, and I have been sent to this earth to put an end to the curse of Wake Lic's on my turf.
they tell but they don`t know the core, so raw is now my reference like Mumia
People talk about things they don't know or understand. I use raw emotions just like Mumia.
initial looks of the shook hearted kids who shouldn`t started lyrics leave like spirits and and the waters Moses parted
The scared kids who doubted themselves initially are now leaving the audience spellbound with their lyrics, much like how the Red Sea parted when Moses hit it with his staff.
I am the chosen Earth Sun Moon and Stars
I am the chosen one, and I am as important as the Earth, Sun, Moon, and Stars.
Like Salt & Pepa, I take it to the next platoe
I'm taking my music to the next level, just like Salt & Pepa did.
I make it better fo` fantanics fienin for da Buttaz Boo like 25 to lifers do
I'm improving the experience for the fans who can't get enough of the Butta Boo style of music, similar to how prisoners serving a life sentence crave drugs.
I put my little thing in action smoother, than sat-tin or special Ed when he was taxin` headz
I smoothly execute my style of music, which is smoother than satin and special Ed when he was intimidating others.
from illadel 2 Lebanon
My music goes beyond borders, from Illadel to Lebanon and beyond.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, CTM Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CHRISTOPHER E MARTIN, ANTONIA REED
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Panchito7770
Bahamadia is one of the most underrated MCs and Lyricists.
@trevbacklin
Facts
@adomix
She‘s the best female mc, no doubt about it.
@fireinzerogravityrecords
Yeah she's got skills. So does Mystic and Sa-Roc.
@brinavland8621
Truth!
@hmob
Word
@sterlin1m
Still the best female cypher I ever herd. Easy 🔥🔥🔥🔥
@keithsmith7224
PERIOD!!!🔥🔥🔥
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@big_mikenyc1721
💯 🔥🔥 I remember listening to this for the first time sitting in my truck one morning before going into college and I listened to it several times and made myself late to class!