Hold it Down
Big Daddy Kane Lyrics

Rappers stepped to me, but they didn't get none
Other rappers have attempted to challenge me in the past, but none have succeeded in taking my crown.

I'm the Kane so you know the outcome
My reputation as a skilled rapper precedes me and guarantees my victory in any battle.

The microphone crooner, should have set the tone sooner
I have a smooth and captivating way of delivering rhymes that other rappers should have tried to emulate long ago.

Hip hop to me Re boxing to Roy Jones Jr.
Hip hop is my chosen art form, and I approach it with the same level of dedication and passion that boxer Roy Jones Jr brings to the ring.

The genuine, search and you'll find
I am a true and authentic artist, and any listener who takes the time to investigate my work will recognize and appreciate the quality within.

That on the microphone I can handle mine
When it comes to rapping, I have the necessary skills and abilities to shine and excel on the mic.

Here's a view to a kill as I flipped the skill
My rhymes are lethal and deadly, and when I perform them, I display my mastery and superiority over other rappers.

When it's time to rock the mic like Al Scratch I get ill
I have the ability to dominate and take control of the crowd, much like rapper Al Scratch when he performs on stage.

I come equipped to fight and if I flip tonight
My skills are always battle-ready, and if I am challenged, I am prepared to defend my status and reputation as a top rapper.

Effects on MC's are similar to kryptonite
My rhymes and skills have the power to weaken and harm other rappers, much like the fictional mineral kryptonite weakens Superman.

Water flows that be hard to distinguish
My rhymes are so smooth and flowing that they are difficult to differentiate from the sound of water flowing.

It's best to relinquish, you don't want the God to bring this
It is advisable for other rappers to give up before I bring my full force and unleash my god-like abilities on the microphone.

I'm marvelous at the art of this, even if you got assist stepping to me is a lot of risk.
I am a master of my craft, and even if other rappers try to help one another in competition against me, the risk involved in stepping to me is still high.

I release skills that's abundant to explode and drop on you like flight 800
My skills are vast and abundant, and when I perform, they have a powerful impact, similar to the tragic explosion and crash of TWA Flight 800.

Keep it moving world renown
My reputation as a respected and noteworthy rapper is recognized internationally.

Showing and proving
I am able to demonstrate and prove my worth as a rapper through my performances and rhymes.

That we can hold it down
My crew and I are capable of maintaining and upholding our status and reputation in the hip hop community.

Here's a percentage of that old vintage
I am bringing back an old-school style of rapping and incorporating it into my modern performances.

Macaroni flow but its mare than an image
My flow is smooth and effortless, but there is more to it than simply looking good on the surface.

Don't let the smooth taste fool ya
Just because my rhymes and performances are smooth and polished does not mean that I am not a serious rapper to be reckoned with.

Let me school ya
Allow me to educate and inform you about my true talent and ability as a rapper.

On what it is, straight up square biz
I am going to be honest and straightforward about what it takes to make it as a successful and respected rapper in this industry.

Swift maneuvering to crush the crew you bring
I am able to swiftly and efficiently take down any competitor or rival crew that challenges me and my crew.

Last thing them want tell me is Kane go do your thing who the king
My reputation as the top rapper in the game is already so well-known and respected that other rappers are hesitant to even attempt to challenge me.

Asiatic non equivalent to any
My unique style and approach to rapping is unmatched and cannot be compared to any other rapper.

Plus I play the game a more harder way than Penny
I am more aggressive and intense in my style of rapping than basketball player Penny Hardaway was in his approach to the game.

The plan that I mobilize for dough to rise is no surprise
My strategy for making money from my music is well thought-out and well-executed, which is evident by my success in the industry.

That it comes from what I vocalize
My success in the hip hop industry can be attributed to my skill as a rapper and the quality of my rhymes and performances.

I'm the best you can get as I hit you with
When it comes to rapping, I am at the top of my game, and my rhymes can have a powerful impact on those who hear them.

The stroke of death And I ain't even broke a sweat
My rhymes are so potent that they have the power to kill, yet I am able to deliver them with ease and without breaking a sweat.

But this is where I draw the. line you're sure to find
There is a point beyond which I will not tolerate competition or threats to my status as a top rapper, and that line has been reached.

Lyrics I be dropping is too much for the mortal mind
My rhymes are so advanced and complex that they are beyond the comprehension and understanding of most listeners.

What's being caused is many MC's I'm seeing lost
The difficulty and complexity of my rhymes is causing other rappers to struggle and fall short in comparison to my skills.

The hip hop laws should be reinforced
It is necessary for the rules and traditions of hip hop to be respected and upheld in order to maintain the integrity and quality of the art form.

You made a record this year, Oh you're hot
Other rappers may have experienced success in the industry recently, but I am not easily impressed or intimidated by their achievements.

Something fishy about your style, who flow you got
I am suspicious of the authenticity and originality of other rappers' styles, and I am not afraid to question or challenge them.

You thought that you could hold me down no you're not
Other rappers may have tried to bring me down or challenge me in the past, but none have succeeded and none will ever be able to hold me back.

Now back up off me, here I come to blow the spot
I am ready to take center stage and showcase my skills, and I will not let anyone stand in my way or distract from my performance.

Alright, here I come to get some
I am entering into battle with renewed energy and determination to prove my worth as a top rapper.

But instead you don't want the love to spread
Other rappers may be hesitant to challenge me because they fear the negative impact it might have on our previously friendly relationship.

I heard that jealousy and envy is a dumb one's tool
I am aware that some rappers may be envious of my success, but I recognize that this is an irrational and unproductive emotion to harbor.

So daddy says nothing he keeps his cool
I choose to remain calm, composed, and professional in the face of any attempts to bring me down or challenge me.

I been through your tribulations and conflicts
I have experienced and persevered through the struggles and hardships that come with being a successful rapper in the industry.

Anything possible to keep me out the mix
Other rappers may try to keep me out of the competition or limit my opportunities to succeed, but I refuse to let this happen.

But ease back, boy you better freeze that
Other rappers should be careful and think twice before trying to challenge me, as the consequences of doing so could be severe.

Where my rivalries lack I'm still nice with these Black
Even if I don't have notable rivalries or enemies in the industry, my skills as a rapper are still top-notch and unmatched.

I rap with the safety cap so that you don't get it twisted
I am careful and calculated in my rhymes, so as not to be misunderstood or misinterpreted by listeners.

And be another statistic
Other rappers who try to take me down or compete with me will likely end up becoming another failed or forgotten example in the industry.

How many more to try, is sure to die
Any rapper who attempts to challenge me is doomed to fail and meet their demise in the competition.

Slaughter I, all that player hating only makes me fortify
Other rappers' attempts to tear me down or hate on me only serve to make me stronger and more determined to succeed in the industry.

To get the papers to me is a necessity
Making money from my music is a necessary and important goal for me as a successful rapper in the industry.

And I don't want a piece of the pie I want the recipe
My goals as a rapper extend beyond simply making money or achieving fame; I am also interested in understanding and mastering the art of successful hip hop.

I can't lose with what I use
My skills as a rapper are so strong and powerful that I cannot be defeated by any other competitors in the game.

I'm the reason why the lady sings the blues
My rhymes and performances have a powerful emotional impact on listeners and are capable of moving them to tears or deep reflection.

Don't get it confused
Other rappers should not be fooled or underestimate my skills as a rapper, as I am a true master and champion of the game.