Alien Music Evolution
Buckshot LeFonque Lyrics

Music evolution change
The change in music evolution

Sometimes the common makes it sound strange
At times, the use of common elements in music leads to an unusual sound

Add a little this, take out a little that
By mixing different elements and removing others, the artist creates an innovative sound

Then you'll come up with jazz called rap
The unique blend of jazz and rap that can result from experimentation

Where it's at, bring it back
Reviving and popularizing such music

Because it is an ill format
Acknowledging the artistic quality of the music

Once upon a time not long ago
A reference to the past

When all the cats went to hear Satchmo blow
When jazz music was very popular and artists like Louis Armstrong were well-known

Groovin' at a tempo fast or slow
Jazz could be played at different tempos and still sound good

Jazz was at a new plateau ready to grow
Jazz music had reached a new level of creativity and expansion was possible

Also developing ways to make dough
Jazz musicians were trying to find ways to make money off their art

Although we always heard no when at a show
Despite facing rejection at times

The Klan couldn't keep the man from makin' mo'
The Ku Klux Klan or other racist groups could not prevent jazz musicians, particularly black artists, from achieving financial success

Better blues, kinda confused here's the news
Other genres like the blues were not able to compete with the rising popularity of jazz

These grooves is better than your blue suede shoes
This music is much more innovative and creatively rich than other genres

Some G's are fake and some will make moves
Some individuals in the music industry may be inauthentic, while others are truly talented

I prove jazz gone up another level
Jazz music has continued to evolve and reach higher levels of creativity

Real without making a deal with the devil
Achieving success without sacrificing artistic integrity

And so, I'm about to let the world know
The artist is preparing to reveal an important message to the rest of the world

That bebop and skattin' was an old school flow
Genres like bebop and scatting were popular in the past but are still relevant today

Callaway was a dope MC, you didn't know?
A reference to the musical talent of Cab Calloway as a rapper

Now that the years gone by some will try
As time goes on, some people may attempt to discredit the unique blend of jazz and rap

Try to make that hip hop and jazz thing die
To cause this previously successful music genre to become unpopular

When it was skat before it was rap, Yo it was fly
Scatting was a precursor to rap music and it was very cool

Now it brings tears to the eye, oh my
The significance of this music genre may evoke strong emotions

Ennie, meenie, minie, mo
A playful way of making a choice

Let's pick a song
Selecting a piece of music

Let's make it long and add the rap to make it strong
Strengthening the piece by adding rap lyrics

And if it's wrong, then I'll chill and let it stop
If this choice is not well-received, the artist will move on to something new

If not, then I'll bust chops to get props
If the song is successful, the artist will continue to work hard to receive recognition

To make sure jazz and hip hop is at the tip top
Ensuring that this genre remains at the top of the music industry

But wait, we must cross roads to get it straight
The challenges that must be faced to achieve success

In rhyme there's a thin line between love and hate
The relationship between different musical elements can be complicated

Some state rap will never make it out the gate
Some people believe that rap music is not deserving of success

But I'm here to cause a debate and contemplate
The artist wants to create conversation around this topic and consider differing opinions

Why jazz and hip hop is considered second rate
Questioning why this music genre may not receive recognition despite its quality

But what' the use, if I proceed to break it loose
The artist will continue to strive towards success despite potential challenges

There's always an excuse why the rapper gets abuse
Rappers may face criticism or negative attention from others in the industry

Don't wanna tangle because the angle is obtuse
Avoiding conflict due to the complex nature of the topic

Same kinda cas that was facin' the juice
Referencing a historical context similar to the racial tensions that jazz musicians may have faced

My tongue can get necks hung, where's the noose
The artist has the power to create change or controversy with their words

My hypotenuse was to make rap fun
The artist's goal was to create a type of rap music that was enjoyable and entertaining

But what I done has put the soldier on the run
The artist's success has caused others in the industry to feel threatened or overshadowed

From sun to sun carryin' weight that weights a ton
Working tirelessly with a heavy burden

Convinced without a gun
Achieving success without using force

Forget the fame of your name they need someone
The industry needs talented individuals, regardless of their existing fame

To blame
Cause for negative outcomes is often assigned to individuals or groups within the industry