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Entering the hip-hop arena in an almost-forgotten fashion, the MC-and-the-DJ tag team Common Market has been pegged as leaders of Seattle's new-school rap movement. MC RA Scion and DJ Sabzi have received rave reviews locally, landing in the Seattle Times' artists-to-watch list in 2006, appearing on the front cover of Sound Seattle magazine's September 2006 issue, and obtaining the personal endorsement of hip-hop pioneer KRS-One as an exceptional up-and-coming group. Sabzi, a classically trained pianist and member of Seattle rap group Blue Scholars, and RA Scion came to meet each other in 2004 because of their identical ambitions to make Seattle a hotbed for hip-hop and their similar beliefs as worshipers of the Baha'i Faith. After Sabzi lent production help to RA Scion's solo album, Live and Learn, the two formed Common Market in 2005. Their self-titled debut album was first released in 2005 but then released nationally in early 2006. ~ Cyril Cordor, Rovi
Connect For
Common Market Lyrics
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Connect For: Those exposed to rain when it pours
Connect For: The benefit of every last fan
Who raised a hand on your command, let's
Connect For: The chance to support the amateur
Connect For: Revival of the vibe of 'The Score'
Connect For: The sake of the kids, if nothing more
They can't afford to face another closed door, let's
Connect For: The prospect of steps uncharted
Pioneers in the context of "let's start it"
To be certain the efforts of the martyrs are applauded
I'mma share Specs' burden to resurrect the artist
Usher in the Renaissance – a plea to Medici
To commission each and every emcee in the CD (Central District)
Meet me on the Hill (Capitol) with your catalog of styles
We're collabin' with the crowd congregatin' 'round Sal's
And be loud enough (that) sound travels upstairs
And beyond to the ears of the once debonair
'Til the idea clicks: put a little more Blue (Scholars) in the mix
With the Grey (Skull) – it's your Word to Say (Wordsayer)
So brother speak – 'cause some stand with both feet in your opinion
And would happily embrace a 'New Dominion'
If you're ready to build, I'll be standin' at Denny and Olive waitin'
To break ground and form a foundation, let's
Connect For: The promise to provide for the poor
Connect For: The prosperity of you and yours
Connect For: The simple fact size brings strength
Resources will reinforce our 'weak links,' let's
Connect For: The possibility of Cold War
Connect For: The probability of that law
Connect For: The opportunity to ensure the force
Of our community's rapport, let's
Connect For: The proprietorship of something greater than a label
Bring the rain – we remain faithful
And though we're able to stay tied through gray skies
We never 'weather the storm' together – we stay dry
And that's surprisin' – here where life thrives, we're barely survivin'
We the stamina to keep the sign of Cancer Rising
A bit of organizing for the sake of (Project) Mayhem
Make them the gate keepers of the next way in
I extend and supply a hand to the Silent Lambs (Project)
Tryin' to ally the fam, I'll not stop for one defiant man
Play the role of David to the giant and cock the shot
To drop the opposition right where they stand
Victory is ours for sure if we're determined to win
Firm in the covenant concerning the tenets of
Kinship throughout the Sound's people
There's room for every one of us to be Under the Needle, let's
Connect For: Expansion of our repertoire
Connect For: The advancement of the art form
Connect For: The chance for us to prove to the critics
Hiphop is not dividin' this district, let's
Connect For: The call for an eternal encore
Connect For: The making of a new supreme corp
Connect For: The breakdown of the last wall
That keeps the mass from that reward, let's
Connect For: DV and Soul One, let's
Connect For: Jerm and Asun, let's
Connect For: Dirty Byrdy and Scene, Bishop I and Karim
And the Team (Boom Bap) and plus Bean (One), let's
Connect For: B-Mello and Skin, let's
Connect For: Sam (Chesneau) and Mark Sense, let's
Connect For: Sonny B (Bonoho) and O Deez, Black Swan
H Bomb, Roc'phella and Piece, yo let's
Connect For: The New Improved Dirty Dev, let's
Connect For: All of Mad Krew's heads, let's
Connect For: Bad Luk, Phreewil, Gabriel, Khalil
It's time for all us to build…
The lyrics of Common Market's song Connect For are a call for community and collaboration in the hip-hop scene. The song expresses the need for artists to come together to support each other, especially those who have been exposed to rain when it pours, a metaphor for those who have faced adversity. Common Market urges for a revival of the vibe of 'The Score', an album by The Fugees that was known for its conscious lyrics and fusion of different genres. The lyrics also discuss the importance of supporting amateur artists, providing for the poor, and breaking down the last wall that keeps the mass from the reward.
The song also pays homage to specific artists in the Seattle hip-hop scene, calling for a union of their talents. The lyrics reference the Central District, Capitol Hill, and the Under the Needle tattoo parlor, all locations in Seattle. The song encourages artists to bring their catalog of styles and collaborate with others, amplifying their voices and increasing their strength. Connect For is a call to action for the hip-hop community to organize, support and uplift each other, and create something greater than themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Connect For: The sake of my beloved mentor
Let's connect for the sake of honoring and making proud those who have mentored and guided us in our endeavors.
Connect For: Those exposed to rain when it pours
Let's connect for the sake of helping those who are vulnerable and in need in times of hardship.
Connect For: The benefit of every last fan
Who raised a hand on your command, let's
Let's connect for the sake of serving every last fan who has supported and followed us, and who has raised their hand in agreement with us.
Connect For: The chance to support the amateur
Let's connect for the sake of supporting and uplifting those who are new or inexperienced in their craft.
Connect For: Revival of the vibe of 'The Score'
Let's connect for the sake of bringing back the energy and spirit of past successes and achievements.
Connect For: The sake of the kids, if nothing more
They can't afford to face another closed door, let's
Let's connect for the sake of helping the youth, who cannot afford to face another obstacle or setback in their lives.
Connect For: The prospect of steps uncharted
Pioneers in the context of "let's start it"
Let's connect for the sake of exploring new possibilities and opportunities, and for being pioneers who will initiate change and innovation.
To be certain the efforts of the martyrs are applauded
I'mma share Specs' burden to resurrect the artist
Let's connect for the sake of recognizing and honoring those who have made sacrifices, who have died or been persecuted for their art, and for resurrecting their work for future generations.
Usher in the Renaissance – a plea to Medici
To commission each and every emcee in the CD (Central District)
Let's connect for the sake of ushering in a new era of art and creativity, and for calling on those with resources and power to support and commission new work.
Meet me on the Hill (Capitol) with your catalog of styles
We're collabin' with the crowd congregatin' 'round Sal's
And be loud enough (that) sound travels upstairs
And beyond to the ears of the once debonair
'Til the idea clicks: put a little more Blue (Scholars) in the mix
With the Grey (Skull) – it's your Word to Say (Wordsayer)
So brother speak – 'cause some stand with both feet in your opinion
And would happily embrace a 'New Dominion'
If you're ready to build, I'll be standin' at Denny and Olive waitin'
To break ground and form a foundation, let's
Let's connect for the sake of collaborating with others and creating something new and powerful, for being loud and reaching new audiences, and for encouraging and supporting different opinions and perspectives.
Connect For: The promise to provide for the poor
Let's connect for the sake of serving and providing for those who are less fortunate and in need.
Connect For: The prosperity of you and yours
Let's connect for the sake of helping each other and our families to thrive and succeed.
Connect For: The simple fact size brings strength
Resources will reinforce our 'weak links,' let's
Let's connect for the sake of recognizing that our strength lies in our size and resources, and for using those resources to overcome our weaknesses and vulnerabilities.
Connect For: The possibility of Cold War
Connect For: The probability of that law
Let's connect for the sake of preventing conflicts and disputes, and for being aware of the laws and regulations that may affect us.
Connect For: The opportunity to ensure the force
Of our community's rapport, let's
Let's connect for the sake of building and strengthening our community, and for ensuring that our relationships and interactions are positive and supportive.
Connect For: The proprietorship of something greater than a label
Bring the rain – we remain faithful
And though we're able to stay tied through gray skies
We never 'weather the storm' together – we stay dry
And that's surprisin' – here where life thrives, we're barely survivin'
Let's connect for the sake of owning and protecting something that is greater than just a label or brand, for enduring through difficult times and not giving up on each other, and for recognizing the irony of existing in a place where life is abundant but we are still struggling.
We the stamina to keep the sign of Cancer Rising
A bit of organizing for the sake of (Project) Mayhem
Make them the gate keepers of the next way in
I extend and supply a hand to the Silent Lambs (Project)
Tryin' to ally the fam, I'll not stop for one defiant man
Play the role of David to the giant and cock the shot
To drop the opposition right where they stand
Victory is ours for sure if we're determined to win
Firm in the covenant concerning the tenets of
Kinship throughout the Sound's people
Let's connect for the sake of having the strength and resilience to persevere through challenges and obstacles, for organizing and empowering those who have been marginalized or oppressed, and for taking on the role of a leader or advocate to defeat the opposition and achieve victory.
There's room for every one of us to be Under the Needle, let's
Let's connect for the sake of recognizing that there is space and opportunity for each and every one of us to contribute to the art and culture of our community.
Connect For: Expansion of our repertoire
Connect For: The advancement of the art form
Connect For: The chance for us to prove to the critics
Hiphop is not dividin' this district, let's
Let's connect for the sake of expanding and improving our art and craft, for proving wrong those who doubt or criticize us, and for showing that hip-hop and our community are not divided.
Connect For: The call for an eternal encore
Connect For: The making of a new supreme corp
Connect For: The breakdown of the last wall
That keeps the mass from that reward, let's
Let's connect for the sake of creating something that will endure and continue for generations, for building a new and powerful network, and for breaking down the barriers that prevent us from achieving success and greatness.
Connect For: DV and Soul One, let's
Connect For: Jerm and Asun, let's
Connect For: Dirty Byrdy and Scene, Bishop I and Karim
And the Team (Boom Bap) and plus Bean (One), let's
Connect For: B-Mello and Skin, let's
Connect For: Sam (Chesneau) and Mark Sense, let's
Connect For: Sonny B (Bonoho) and O Deez, Black Swan
H Bomb, Roc'phella and Piece, yo let's
Connect For: The New Improved Dirty Dev, let's
Connect For: All of Mad Krew's heads, let's
Connect For: Bad Luk, Phreewil, Gabriel, Khalil
It's time for all us to build…
Let's connect for the sake of bringing together and collaborating with a diverse group of artists and creators, for working together and building something great together.
Contributed by Sadie A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.