Elephant Rome
Cyne Lyrics


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I heard Akin got the fiends copping
Real hop and been rocking shit hot since Kane, Rakim
And Rob Base “It Takes Two”
Strikes hitting Beirut
Crackers in the white house
And weak rap to make you
Just Why you all rewinding me
Like Cube in the tape deck
Bet that’s what the Cyne’ll be
Hardcore sonically, circa 80-now shit
All I see suck and fuck it I renounce this
8 man hip hop gorilla or monkey type
Shit’s surreal for real I’m living in a twilight
Catch me if you can cause man I’m time bandit
Trapped in jim crow south with John Landis
Peace love nigga but damn I can't stand this
I rather talk race war sex that’s quite candid
Cool nigga who figured I’d be the new nigga
No shame or guilt though
Ladies with their legs wide
Yeah Goodbye to dildo
Live on the set that’s us
You little earthling chump
And keep it moving like
Them boys don’t know how to stop
Cause a new world order we are
Spark radiant shine summer fire that works wonders
He ice glass prism in the sun that blinds others
The serpent and the rainbow, he bright like day-glo
Colors within the black light a price to pay though
He’s still like 3 assassins, stance of a dragon
With eyes of brown fire he breathes with a passion
Deeper than coal mines my mind is disaster
Fuck up shit like FEMA no help for you bastards
Loves to pick fights with third world regimes
Adult swim through wet dreams final fantasy king
Pilot without a jet jet-set so who’s next
Aviator with legal papers walking the line yes
So whats the reason it’s the focus and thesis
Creativity my deity I worship uniqueness
Searching for peace tearing me into pieces
It’s smoke and mirror don’t fall for cheap tricks
Live on the set that’s us
You little earthling chump
And keep it moving like
Them boys don’t know how to stop
Cause a new world order we are
To my family I drift apart
Can’t blame it on the art
This music I made my love
I chose the life I was
A schoolboy big dreaming
Naïve youth gleaming
They begged to scroll poems
Inspired by Nasir Jones
To write the life unknown
Break from robotic life
Plus I'm aquatic type
It’s like I gotta prove self
Hoping I’m understood
Paradise last night today will bring war
Reality therefore apologies will go to
Ife, Moji, and Kemi hug my nephew
Damn Rashid Lynn’s pen handed me ammo
To break out the jungle rumble I’m now Rambo
Rounds on my waistline, shoulder kids scramble
Quick for the fix while you trap stars ramble
On your big yacht big chain kill sambo
Y’all awaited, hip hop emancipated
MTV wack rap crack sedated
The souls of black folk sold for gold-plated




Ornament men peace hip hop belated
Peace hip hop belated

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to CYNE's song Elephant Rome focus on the state of the hip-hop industry and society at large. The opening bars reference Akin, an individual presumed to be a notorious drug dealer, and the fact that he has attracted a large number of addicts. The lyrics use this as a metaphor for the addictive nature of rap music, how it has been popular since the late 80s and early 90s, and how it has spread like a crack epidemic, hitting Beirut and even the White House. The second verse introduces the idea that the members of the music group CYNE are like a pack of gorillas, and the world they navigate is surreal and bizarre, with themes of racism, sex, and war being ever-present.


The third and final verse looks at the personal struggles of a hip-hop artist. The lyrics touch on the fact that many rappers come from disadvantaged backgrounds and are forced to navigate a difficult environment in order to make it in the industry. However, despite the struggles, there is a real passion for creativity and the desire to produce unique music that is not just another cheap trick or gimmick. CYNE closes the song with a call to arms for hip-hop to be a vehicle for social change, and its role in uplifting black communities cannot be underestimated.


Line by Line Meaning

I heard Akin got the fiends copping
Akin has gained a reputation for getting drug addicts to purchase more drugs.


Real hop and been rocking shit hot since Kane, Rakim
CYNE has been making great hip hop music since the days of Kane and Rakim.


And Rob Base “It Takes Two”
CYNE likes the classic hip hop song 'It Takes Two' by Rob Base.


Strikes hitting Beirut
CYNE is referencing the conflict that happened in Beirut through the term 'strikes'.


Crackers in the white house
There are white people who are involved in politics and government.


And weak rap to make you
The current state of rap music is disappointing to CYNE.


Just Why you all rewinding me
CYNE wonders why people are replaying their music frequently.


Like Cube in the tape deck
People are constantly listening to CYNE's music like they used to listen to Ice Cube's music in the past.


Bet that’s what the Cyne’ll be
CYNE's music will continue to be replayed by listeners.


Hardcore sonically, circa 80-now shit
CYNE's music style is hardcore rap that incorporates both old-school and contemporary styles.


All I see suck and fuck it I renounce this
CYNE is disappointed in the music industry and has renounced the current state of rap music.


8 man hip hop gorilla or monkey type
CYNE is proclaiming themselves as a group of talented and strong hip hop artists.


Shit’s surreal for real I’m living in a twilight
CYNE feels that the current state of the world is so strange that it feels like they are living in an alternate reality.


Catch me if you can cause man I’m time bandit
CYNE will keep moving forward in their career without slowing down.


Trapped in jim crow south with John Landis
CYNE is referencing the historical discrimination against black people in the Southern US and the director John Landis who has been accused of racism in his films.


Peace love nigga but damn I can't stand this
CYNE wants peace and love, but they cannot stand the current state of society.


I rather talk race war sex that’s quite candid
CYNE wants to discuss controversial topics such as race, war, and sex honestly and openly.


Cool nigga who figured I’d be the new nigga
CYNE is a hip hop artist who has made a name for themselves in the industry.


No shame or guilt though
CYNE has no regrets or negative feelings about their success.


Ladies with their legs wide
CYNE is referencing promiscuous behavior from women.


Yeah Goodbye to dildo
CYNE is rejecting and mocking the use of sex toys.


Live on the set that’s us
CYNE is always performing and working hard in their music career.


You little earthling chump
CYNE is mocking the people who underestimate their talents and abilities.


And keep it moving like
CYNE will continue to move forward and stay motivated.


Them boys don’t know how to stop
CYNE is better than other rappers because they never stop working and creating new music.


Cause a new world order we are
CYNE is part of the new generation of hip hop artists that are changing the industry and society as a whole.


Spark radiant shine summer fire that works wonders
CYNE's music is powerful and impactful like a bright summer fire that can change things for the better.


He ice glass prism in the sun that blinds others
CYNE is using a metaphor to describe themselves as a powerful force that can blind others with their light and talent.


The serpent and the rainbow, he bright like day-glo
CYNE is referencing a horror movie and comparing their talent to a bright and colorful object that can't be ignored.


Colors within the black light a price to pay though
CYNE's bright light and talent comes at a cost.


He’s still like 3 assassins, stance of a dragon
CYNE is powerful and fierce like a group of assassins or a dragon.


With eyes of brown fire he breathes with a passion
CYNE is passionate and talented like a dragon that breathes fire.


Deeper than coal mines my mind is disaster
CYNE is very talented and has a deep mind, but it can also be chaotic like a disaster.


Fuck up shit like FEMA no help for you bastards
CYNE is referencing the disastrous way that FEMA handled the Hurricane Katrina relief efforts and compares themselves to that level of chaos.


Loves to pick fights with third world regimes
CYNE is not afraid to challenge and criticize corrupt systems of power in third world countries.


Adult swim through wet dreams final fantasy king
CYNE is referencing two popular culture references- Adult Swim and Final Fantasy- to describe their unique style and creativity.


Pilot without a jet jet-set so who’s next
CYNE is ready to take on the next challenge in their career, even if they do not have all the necessary resources or support.


Aviator with legal papers walking the line yes
CYNE is legally and professionally in good standing, and is always pushing forward in their career.


So whats the reason it’s the focus and thesis
CYNE is questioning the reason and purpose of their music and art.


Creativity my deity I worship uniqueness
CYNE is devoted to their creativity and unique perspective, and views it as a spiritual experience.


Searching for peace tearing me into pieces
CYNE is struggling to find peace and balance in their career and personal life.


It’s smoke and mirror don’t fall for cheap tricks
CYNE is warning their audience to be wary of fake or misleading tricks in the music industry.


Live on the set that’s us
CYNE is always performing and working hard in their music career.


You little earthling chump
CYNE is mocking the people who underestimate their talents and abilities.


And keep it moving like
CYNE will continue to move forward and stay motivated.


Them boys don’t know how to stop
CYNE is better than other rappers because they never stop working and creating new music.


Cause a new world order we are
CYNE is part of the new generation of hip hop artists that are changing the industry and society as a whole.


To my family I drift apart
CYNE has distanced themselves from their family due to their music career.


Can’t blame it on the art
CYNE's music is not the cause of their distance from their family.


This music I made my love
CYNE is passionate about their music and considers it an expression of love.


I chose the life I was
CYNE made a conscious decision to pursue their music career and lifestyle.


A schoolboy big dreaming
CYNE had big dreams and ambitions since they were in school.


Naïve youth gleaming
CYNE was idealistic and optimistic in their youth.


They begged to scroll poems
Other people were impressed by CYNE's poetry and asked to read it.


Inspired by Nasir Jones
CYNE was inspired by the rapper Nasir Jones in their music career.


To write the life unknown
CYNE writes about the unknowns of life and the future in their music.


Break from robotic life
CYNE's music is a break from the mundane and repetitive nature of life.


Plus I'm aquatic type
CYNE likes water and sees themselves as someone who 'swims' through life.


It’s like I gotta prove self
CYNE feels like they constantly have to prove themselves as a talented and unique artist.


Hoping I’m understood
CYNE wants their message and music to be understood by their audience.


Paradise last night today will bring war
CYNE experienced a moment of happiness yesterday, but is expecting conflict or struggles in the near future.


Reality therefore apologies will go to Ife, Moji, and Kemi hug my nephew
CYNE is acknowledging the harsh realities of life and apologizing to people in their life.


Damn Rashid Lynn’s pen handed me ammo
CYNE was inspired and motivated by the rapper Rashid Lynn's writing and music.


To break out the jungle rumble I’m now Rambo
CYNE is referencing the violence and conflict in the world and how they want to rise up and fight against it like Rambo.


Rounds on my waistline, shoulder kids scramble
CYNE is possibly referencing a violent conflict where they had to take up arms and protect themselves.


Quick for the fix while you trap stars ramble
CYNE is criticizing rappers who are only focused on making money and fame.


On your big yacht big chain kill sambo
CYNE is criticizing rappers who flaunt their wealth and success in a disrespectful way.


Y’all awaited, hip hop emancipated
CYNE believes that other people are waiting for their music and that their genre of music is liberating and freeing.


MTV wack rap crack sedated
CYNE believes that mainstream rap music played on MTV is boring and unoriginal.


The souls of black folk sold for gold-plated
CYNE is referencing the concept of 'selling out' in the music industry for monetary gain.


Ornament men peace hip hop belated
CYNE is calling out rappers who use their success as a way to gain material possessions instead of promoting peace through their music.


Peace hip hop belated
CYNE promotes the idea of peace and unity in the hip hop industry and culture.




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Nick DiNardo

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