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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
Nothin' At All
Common Market Lyrics
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And I want to be who you'd like me to
But we both know, I can't do nothin' at all
You say there's no use in walkin' out
And I say there's just what I'm talkin' 'bout
'Cause we both know I can't do nothin' at all
We do our thing, son
We do our thing, son
War takes prisoners and I aint trynna be one
We do our thing
No apologies, no complaints and no refunds
It's mad work to be done
They may say I'm just a dreamer
Well at least I'm thinkin' while I'm sleepin'
'Cause the last thing I can do is nothin' at all
They may say we'll never win against 'em
I say fuck you and your cynicism
As for me, I can't do nothin' at all
My past plagued by a plethora of regrets
In my agonist age I'm a questioner of precepts
If we left the staff in place to blaze the path then, uh
The shackles stay and bind the sequitur to each step
The chain, boss, be an irritant to contact
I'm trained not to be a militant of combat
Upon that, frame the shot – pop and aim
Sayin' the game's soft be the will of him who want that
"YO" said to be the idiom of paltry
Yeah, the broke fed upon the brilliance of bawdry
Lauded be, see folks spread – ahead go now
The quote read by the billions, so pardon me
The tag "sham" is but a negligent critique
While some had a chance others fester in the disease
The kid needs to pack the jam, man I get at y'all
Goddamn he's pressin' it, best believe
You can call me anything you'd like
And I will call you when it's time to strike
'Cause we both know I can't do nothin' at all
We may not be in agreement now
But we have got to try and work it out
'Cause we both know we can't do nothin' at all
We do our thing, son
Long as you do yours, land here become fecund
We do our thing, son
Through the act we attract two, hope to reach one
We do our thing
Some'll paint a piece, some'll spray with a machine gun
It's mad work to be done
The lyrics of Common Market's song Nothin' At All reflect the dilemma of the singer who feels trapped between the expectations of his partner and his own limitations. He acknowledges that his lover wants him to be a certain kind of person, but he can't conform to it. Despite his desire to please her, he knows that he can't change himself to meet her demands. They both come to the conclusion that they can't do anything at all to resolve their differences.
The song talks about the struggles in life and the hard work that needs to be done to make a difference. The lyricist points out that war takes prisoners, and he doesn't want to be one. He emphasizes that he will not let cynicism prevent him from trying to make a positive change. He is aware that he has made mistakes in the past but has now become a questioner of precepts. He challenges the status quo, and he tries to make a difference through his art.
Overall, Nothin' At All is a song about the limitations of human beings, the struggle to make a difference, and the importance of perseverance.
Line by Line Meaning
I know you want me to be that type of dude
You have an idealized version of who you want me to be
And I want to be who you'd like me to
I would like to fulfill your expectations, but it's not realistic
But we both know, I can't do nothin' at all
Despite our desires, I am incapable of meeting your expectations
You say there's no use in walkin' out
You don't see any value in ending our relationship
And I say there's just what I'm talkin' 'bout
I agree, there is no need to break up when we both know my limitations
'Cause we both know I can't do nothin' at all
We are aware that I am incapable of being the person you want me to be
They may say I'm just a dreamer
Others may criticize me for being unrealistic
Well at least I'm thinkin' while I'm sleepin'
I am constantly considering new ideas and solutions, even in my dreams
'Cause the last thing I can do is nothin' at all
I refuse to be idle and do nothing, even if it means dreaming up new possibilities
They may say we'll never win against 'em
Critics may claim that we are doomed to fail against our opponents
I say fuck you and your cynicism
I reject your negativity and refuse to let it affect me
As for me, I can't do nothin' at all
Despite the criticism, I am not willing to be inactive
If we left the staff in place to blaze the path then, uh
If we maintain the status quo and follow those in power, it will lead to more problems
The chain, boss, be an irritant to contact
The current system of power is oppressive and limiting
I'm trained not to be a militant of combat
I am not inclined to engage in violent resistance, but I still want change
It's mad work to be done
There is much work to be done in order to effect change
Long as you do yours, land here become fecund
If everyone does their part, this place can become fertile for growth and change
Through the act we attract two, hope to reach one
By taking action, we can attract others to our cause and work towards achieving our goals
Some'll paint a piece, some'll spray with a machine gun
Everyone has their own unique approach towards achieving change
It's mad work to be done
There is a lot of work that needs to be done in order to create change
Contributed by Sophia A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jessej226
I know you want me to be that type of dude
And I want to be who you’d like me to
But we both know, I can’t do nothin’ at all
You say there’s no use in walkin’ out
And I say there’s just what I’m talkin’ ‘bout
‘Cause we both know I can’t do nothin’ at all
We do our thing, son
Some will spend a lifetime trying to find a reason
We do our thing, son
War takes prisoners and I ain't trynna be one
We do our thing
No apologies, no complaints and no refunds
It’s mad work to be done
They may say I’m just a dreamer
Well at least I’m thinkin’ while I’m sleepin’
‘Cause the last thing I can do is nothin’ at all
They may say we’ll never win against ‘em
I say fuck you and your cynicism
As for me, I can’t do nothin’ at all
My past plagued by a plethora of regrets
In my agonist age I’m a questioner of precepts
If we left the staff in place to blaze the path then, uh
The shackles stay and bind the sequitur to each step
The chain, boss, be an irritant to contact
I’m trained not to be a militant of combat
Upon that, frame the shot – pop and aim
Sayin’ the game’s soft be the will of him who want that
“YO” said to be the idiom of paltry
Yeah, the broke fed upon the brilliance of bawdry
Lauded be, see folks spread – ahead go now
The quote read by the billions, so pardon me
The tag “sham” is but a negligent critique
While some had a chance others fester in the disease
The kid needs to pack the jam, man I get at y’all
Goddamn he’s pressin’ it, best believe You can call me anything you’d like
And I will call you when it’s time to strike
‘Cause we both know I can’t do nothin’ at all
We may not be in agreement now
But we have got to try and work it out
‘Cause we both know we can’t do nothin’ at all
We do our thing, son
Long as you do yours, land here become fecund
We do our thing, son
Through the act we attract two, hope to reach one
We do our thing
Some’ll paint a piece, some’ll spray with a machine gun
It’s mad work to be done
GreenHausNetworks
These guys can hardly do wrong. I love how clean this beat is.
Sunny Dee
Still listening in 2022, still getting thru my hardest shizz with this tune. Instant better mood whenever I hear it, no matter what’s happening. Thank you 🙏
Philip Shields
We need one with the lyrics!!! It's too good 👍
Kurt Barajas
Heard this for the first time on a relaxing, sunny day. Totally fit the mood. Loved it.
Chan Stone
+Kurt Barajas love those moments of life
Mai Zong Vang
This played on Spotify while I was driving back to my hometown . Jammed the fuck out , I'll tell you that.
Jok3er271 JKlilmonkey
i been listening to common market for a while, they always come out with some dope ass songs like these.
Mike Mint
RESPECT TO ALL HIP HOP LOVERS
William Gipner
"My past plagued by a plethora of regrets, in my agonist age i'm a questioner of precepts" god damn homie
Kai Huang
🔥