Lord Finesse (born Robert Hall) is a legendary MC-turned-producer who has produced tracks for Notorious B.I.G. (1997's Ready to Die) and Dr. Dre (1999's Chronic). As a young cocky MC, he would travel to any borough in New York to battle their best rapper and win. He shopped his demo to various record labels and eventually dropped the first of several records, his 1990 classic Funky Technician. The record had a few tracks produced by his good friend Diamond (formerly Diamond D), a former member of the rap group Ultimate Force. One of the oldest members in the D.I.T.C. crew, Diamond got his first whiff of hip-hop DJing for Jazzy Jay of the Zulu Nation in 1979. In the mid-'80s, he was turntable scratching at late-night park parties, often competing with area top DJs (Showbiz was once his nemesis.) In 1992, this DJ, then a producer, showcased New York City's underground talent and his rap skills on his classic debut Stunts, Blunts & Hip-Hop.
Bronx native Fat Joe became the first Latino rapper in New York to secure a solo deal with a major label with his 1993 debut Representin'. In 1998, his Don Cartagena release went gold (500,000 copies sold). Showbiz & A.G. were the first to adopt the do-it-yourself attitude by releasing their 1992 debut EP, Can I Get a Soul Clap, practically out of the trunk of their cars. Showbiz, a name he stolen from an old Richard Pryor record, pioneered taking an instrumental and looping voices over it. His partner A.G. was known as the Bronx's "punchline" rapper. Through the mid-'90s, he was a prolific producer, producing tracks for primarily underground rap acts. In 1999, A.G. restarted his rap career with his solo CD Dirty Version.
Meanwhile, another Bronx native named Buckwild, who once started out as Lord Finesse's apprentice in his production company, started producing tracks around 1994. He later delivered melodic beats for rap heavyweights like Fat Joe, Notorious B.I.G., Big L, Mic Geronimo, and Big Pun. But it was his first at-bat, producing tracks for O.C.'s Word Life in 1994, that established him as a vital producer in the underground rap scene. O.C., one of hip-hop's most energetic lyricists, was an up-and-coming MC before Word Life. After the album's release, he made numerous guest appearances on other D.I.T.C. members' records while maintaining a low profile.
The final member of D.I.T.C. was Big L, a lyrically ferocious MC with raps deadlier than a snakebite and mannerisms cooler than the uptown pimp he claimed to be on records. Calling himself the flamboyant (meaning "rich") MC, he dropped his classic 1994 record Lifestylez ov da Poor and Dangerous on Columbia. He was gearing up for a comeback, with a second CD due for release on Rawkus, when he was slain on February 15, 1999. The crew came together later that year for a memorial concert at Trammps in New York (anthologized by a series of CD releases), and recorded a self-titled group record in 2000. In 2011 it was reported by Showbiz that the group will no longer release any new material due to musical differences
Bow
D.I.T.C. Lyrics
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Yeah, I come alive, I'll survive, take on anything
So paint a target on my back let 'em come for me
I don't fall, don't quit, don't ever sleep
'Cause, I'm on another level that you'll never reach
If you seek forgiveness
You'll get nothing, you'll get nothing from me!
You will never know, it's the price I pay
Look into my eyes, we are not the same
Yeah, this is where you fall apart
Yeah, this is where you break
'Cause I'm in control and you'll know my name
'Cause I gave my life, gave it everything
Yeah, this is where you fall apart
Yeah, this is where you break
To everybody who doubted
Get on your knees and bow down!
Get on your knees and bow down!
You better recognize!
You wanna talk that shit, time to back it up
'Cause the best of your best ain't good enough
Playing with my name, now I know you really fucked up
Keep runnin' your mouth and I'mma call your bluff
You will never know, it's the price I pay
Look into my eyes, we are not the same
Yeah, this is where you fall apart
Yeah, this is where you break
'Cause I'm in control and you'll know my name
'Cause I gave my life, gave it everything
Yeah, this is where you fall apart
Yeah, this is where you break
To everybody who doubted
Get on your knees and
You're never gonna be enough
So I had this dream
It meant everything
And I watched it come alive
Then I let you in
Underneath my skin
And I learned to love the lies
Now I lay awake and I contemplate
Have I become what I hate?
Can I take it back?
'Cause it's all I have
Will it get the best of me?
Have you ever had a dream?
Would you fight for it?
Would you go to war?
Would you die for it?
So now I'll take my stand
Now I'll make you see
That if you seek forgiveness
You'll get nothing from me
You'll get nothing from me
You'll get nothing from me
You'll get nothing from me
To everybody who doubted (To everybody who doubted)
To everybody who doubted
Get on your knees and bow down!
Bow down!
Bow down!
The song "Bow" by D.I.T.C is a powerful anthem about standing up for oneself and not giving in to the doubts of others. The lyrics suggest that the singer has faced criticism and challenges throughout their journey, but they have persevered and succeeded despite the odds. The line "Get on your knees and bow down!" is repeated several times throughout the song, serving as a defiant call to those who have doubted the singer's abilities.
The first verse touches on the singer's resilience and determination. They are not afraid of challenges and are willing to embrace them head-on. They are on another level from those who doubt them, and seek no forgiveness for their unwavering commitment to their goals. The chorus further emphasizes these sentiments, with the singer declaring that they are in control and have given everything they have to succeed. The line "this is where you fall apart, this is where you break" suggests that those who doubted the singer's abilities are now witnessing their triumphs.
The second verse takes a more confrontational tone, with the singer calling out those who have talked negatively about them. The line "keep running your mouth, and I'mma call your bluff" suggests that the singer has had enough of the negativity and will not let others bring them down. The bridge of the song is more introspective, with the singer questioning whether they have become what they initially hated, but ultimately resolving to stay true to themselves and their dreams.
Overall, "Bow" is a powerful and empowering song that encourages listeners to stand up for their dreams and not let the doubts of others bring them down.
Line by Line Meaning
Get on your knees and bow down!
Submit to me and respect my authority.
Yeah, I come alive, I'll survive, take on anything
I'm confident and resilient, ready to face any challenge.
So paint a target on my back let 'em come for me
I'm not afraid of my enemies, bring it on.
I don't fall, don't quit, don't ever sleep
I'm unbreakable, unstoppable, and always ready for action.
'Cause, I'm on another level that you'll never reach
I'm superior to others and impossible to surpass.
If you seek forgiveness
If you're looking for redemption,
You'll get nothing, you'll get nothing from me!
I won't forgive you or show you any mercy.
You will never know, it's the price I pay
You can't imagine the sacrifices I've made.
Look into my eyes, we are not the same
I'm exceptional and you're not worthy to compare.
Yeah, this is where you fall apart
You will fail and suffer a defeat.
Yeah, this is where you break
You'll reach your limits and succumb to pressure.
'Cause I'm in control and you'll know my name
I'm the one calling the shots and you'll remember me forever.
'Cause I gave my life, gave it everything
I've made a serious commitment and given everything for this.
To everybody who doubted
To those who didn't believe in me,
You better recognize!
You need to show me respect and give me credit.
You wanna talk that shit, time to back it up
If you're going to talk trash, get ready to prove it.
'Cause the best of your best ain't good enough
Your best efforts will still fall short of my abilities.
Playing with my name, now I know you really fucked up
If you mess with my reputation, you're in serious trouble.
Keep runnin' your mouth and I'mma call your bluff
If you keep talking without evidence, I'll expose your lies.
You're never gonna be enough
You'll never measure up to my standards.
So I had this dream
I once had an ambitious goal.
It meant everything
It was the most important thing in my life.
And I watched it come alive
I saw it slowly become a reality.
Then I let you in
But then I trusted you.
Underneath my skin
You became close to me on a personal level.
And I learned to love the lies
You deceived me and I accepted it.
Now I lay awake and I contemplate
Now I'm regretful and reflect on my past mistakes.
Have I become what I hate?
Have I become the thing I despise?
Can I take it back?
Can I undo what has been done?
'Cause it's all I have
It's everything to me now.
Will it get the best of me?
Will it consume and destroy me?
Have you ever had a dream?
Have you ever had an aspiration?
Would you fight for it?
Would you put up a serious struggle for it?
Would you go to war?
Would you engage in a battle for it?
Would you die for it?
Would you sacrifice your life for it?
So now I'll take my stand
So now I'll make a bold decision.
Now I'll make you see
Now I'll make you understand the truth.
To everybody who doubted
To those who didn't think I could achieve this,
Get on your knees and bow down!
Respect my achievement and surrender to my power.
Bow down!
Show me respect and acknowledge my authority.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Brian Burkheiser, Steve Menoian
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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