Slave
Black Moon Lyrics


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I'm gettin the ahh, I'm gettin the ahh from the
Weak shit that I hear no lyrical styles come near
To the one who boasts like Buck
On the mic truck, cuz I never gave a fuck
I hate the weak shit, man it be fuckin with my soul
I peeped how radio be trying to take control
Tellin me to get a little lighter on my lyrics
But if it ain't real on the mic I can't feel it
Straight from my bloodstream, I pump finesse
Nevertheless, hold it in your chest like stress
Rhythm and blues style is not in my environment
And when I "slowww dowwwn" it's time to take a hit
But until I fall off, call off your set
And if you never knew me, then you never knew wreck
Look inside of the mind and see
Cause you might be trapped with a nigga like me

I feel like I'm trapped in the motherfuckin cave
To the rhythm I'm a slave, lookin in my grave
Jugular vein bustin out my neck, you see the rage
I move when I groove cuz I'm into, the stage
Of the Buckshot, black, I'm bringin it back
To the roots, like Timberland boots, home on my rack
And I don't give a FUCK what you say
Commercial rap, get the gun clap, day after day
Niggas don't play on the d low, kid you know my steelo
I roll on more niggas than cee-lo
We might just bumrush your set
Me AND my niggas on the real mic check
Like my nigga Smif gettin swift on the gift
Then I toss another lesson to my nigga Wessun
And my nigga Five from the tribe of Moon
Pass the Crooked I, bitch yo pass the boom




Whenever you're ready I'mma take you into the stage
Deep in the mind of a slave

Overall Meaning

In Black Moon's song "Slave," the artist speaks to the frustration he feels with the music industry and its influence on the artistry of hip hop. In the opening lines, he mentions hearing weak lyrics that pale in comparison to his own style. He is proud of his ability to flow and never give in to what the radio stations demand. He refuses to compromise his craft and water down his lyrics for the sake of public appeal. He is not influenced by the rhythm and blues style that is prevalent in the industry and instead is true to himself and his unique approach to hip hop. He is confident in his abilities and knows that fans who appreciate real lyrics are with him for the long haul. The title "Slave" suggests that he feels trapped and controlled by the industry's expectations but also implies that he will never give in to its demands.


The next verse picks up on the idea of feeling trapped, this time using a metaphor of being trapped in a cave. He feels like he is a slave to the rhythm and the beat, unable to escape the pressure to produce commercial rap. He reiterates his commitment to his craft, refusing to compromise even if listeners do not appreciate his realness. He and his team are ready to take on any challengers, as he boasts that he and his team will "roll on more niggas than cee-lo." The final line is particularly poignant as he invites listeners to join him in his mind and see what it's like to be a slave to the hip hop industry's expectations.


Overall, Black Moon's "Slave" is an empowering song that highlights the importance of staying true to one's craft despite external pressures. The lyrics showcase the artist's unique style and his commitment to providing his fans with real music that speaks to their experiences and struggles.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm gettin the ahh, I'm gettin the ahh from the
I am feeling the motivation to create music


Weak shit that I hear no lyrical styles come near
The music that I listen to is not motivational enough for me


To the one who boasts like Buck
Comparing oneself to Buckshot, a rapper known for his confidence and skill


On the mic truck, cuz I never gave a fuck
I don't care about other people's opinions, I'm doing my own thing


I hate the weak shit, man it be fuckin with my soul
I despise music that lacks passion and feeling


I peeped how radio be trying to take control
I have noticed that radio stations try to manipulate artists' creativity


Tellin me to get a little lighter on my lyrics
Radio stations are pressuring me to make my lyrics more commercial


But if it ain't real on the mic I can't feel it
I cannot create music that does not have personal meaning to me


Straight from my bloodstream, I pump finesse
I put a lot of effort and skill into my music


Nevertheless, hold it in your chest like stress
My music is intense and powerful, like stress held in the chest


Rhythm and blues style is not in my environment
I am not interested in creating music in the rhythm and blues genre


And when I "slowww dowwwn" it's time to take a hit
Taking a break when I am feeling overworked or stressed


But until I fall off, call off your set
I won't stop creating music until I feel like I can no longer do it


And if you never knew me, then you never knew wreck
If you don't know me, you don't know what true artistry is


Look inside of the mind and see
My music comes from my personal experiences and emotions


Cause you might be trapped with a nigga like me
People who listen to my music might be influenced by my intense passion for the art form


I feel like I'm trapped in the motherfuckin cave
I feel stuck and unable to express myself creatively


To the rhythm I'm a slave, lookin in my grave
My passion for music dominates my life and will continue to even after I die


Jugular vein bustin out my neck, you see the rage
I put all of my emotions and energy into my music, which can be seen through my physical reactions


I move when I groove cuz I'm into, the stage
I am at my best when performing music live on stage


Of the Buckshot, black, I'm bringin it back
I am proud to bring back the true essence of hip hop, like Buckshot has always done


To the roots, like Timberland boots, home on my rack
My music is authentic and takes inspiration from the true roots of hip hop


And I don't give a FUCK what you say
I am not influenced by others' opinions on my music


Commercial rap, get the gun clap, day after day
I am opposed to creating music for commercial gain and believe it takes away from the true essence of hip hop


Niggas don't play on the d low, kid you know my steelo
I am serious about my craft and don't engage in unnecessary drama or showboating


I roll on more niggas than cee-lo
I frequently outdo and dominate other artists in the industry


We might just bumrush your set
My crew and I are capable of taking over any performance


Me AND my niggas on the real mic check
My crew and I are talented and dedicated to creating genuine music


Like my nigga Smif gettin swift on the gift
My crew member Smif is incredibly skilled and creative in his music-making


Then I toss another lesson to my nigga Wessun
I am always sharing knowledge and insights with my colleagues


And my nigga Five from the tribe of Moon
One of my crew members, named Five, is from the tribe of Moon


Pass the Crooked I, bitch yo pass the boom
Hand me my drink and turn up the music


Whenever you're ready I'mma take you into the stage
I am always prepared to give an electrifying performance


Deep in the mind of a slave
My passion for music is so strong that it feels as if I am enslaved to it




Lyrics Β© O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Kenyatta S Blake, Walter V Dewgarde

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