1. DIAMOND, from Baltimore, Ma… Read Full Bio ↴There are four artists with this name
1. DIAMOND, from Baltimore, Maryland. Featuring members of Trapped Under Ice and Down to Nothing, Diamond started writing in early 2010, with the release of an ambitious demo shortly thereafter. In collaboration with Photobooth Records, DIAMOND's first vinyl offering serves up five fresh songs of catchy pop/rock tunes not unlike contemporaries Jimmy Eat World or Weezer, not to mention 90's predecessors such as Samiam or Nada Surf. All influences aside, the band has a very distinctive sound that's guranteed to leave you humming for days. Don't take your eyes off this band, as they have a 7" approaching (expected to be out sometime in November.) -500 copies with screenprinted covers.
2. Diamond (born Brittany Nicole Carpenter, May 20, 1988 in Atlanta, Georgia) is a rapper who is involved in the Southern hip hop, crunk, and rap genres.
Diamond was a member of Crime Mob until November 2007 when she left to pursue her solo career.
She has been active since 2004, and has label contracts with Crunk, Warner Bros., Reprise, BME, and G'$ Up.
As a solo rapstress, she has released four mixtapes, Bitch Muzik! (2006), Bitch Muzik! Vol.2 (2008), P.M.S. (Pardon My Swagg) (2009), and Bitch Muzik Vol.3 (2010). Her latest mixtape Cocaine Waitress has yet to be announced.
3. Diamond is a Eurotrance band featuring Natalie Horler
4. Diamond is a raper from The Bronx, also known as Diamond D
5. Diamond was a melodic heavy metal / hard rock band from New York. Released a self-titled album in 1986.
Gather Round
Diamond Lyrics
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"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
Ayo check it
Now the ultraviolet seems to have me slippin'
Well I'm on guard son, there'll be no ass whippings
Some say "What's up?" Some stick out their bottom lip and
I motivate, spark the L then skate
There's no debate, I put the funk on your plate
So get it straight, it's the lyrical mechanic
I cause a panic, of depression that's manic
Harder than granite, I revolve like the planet
And got the game to leave the chicken heads enchanted
Word to Janet, and her brother Jackie
I put the squeeze on mommies like Pataki
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
Now, I dehydrate your body just like a Heineken
Tip-toe through your tulips like Tiny Tim
Back up son, it's Diamond D and his mighty men
You want to see a show? Call Chris Lighty and
I'll come to your town, tear the walls down
Pound for pound I gets down for my crown
I gets busy, you can ask my nigga Wizzy
I'm slicker than that fox found on Thin Lizzy
You wonder "Is he, slacking?" But I'm a mack and
I'm always packing, cause niggas don't know how to act and
They want to riff, made because I got the gift
Enjoying a spliff, on 125th
I roll on your set like a brand new Perelli
Got more charisma than Arthur Fonzarelli
Got a belly, but that don't slow me down in a telly
Put it on ya like the Claw did Jim Kelly
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
Now check it
To all my foes you can just keep hushin'
The stage ain't the place you want to be rushin'
'Cause there'll take place a spontaneous combustion
Life's a game of chess and I play like a Russian
I mean to win, pass me the gin and a pen
And on a skin, I spend no more than a Benjamin
Franklin, and I'm off to the bank and
I roll with a crew that passes out the most spankings
This side of the Mason Dixon
I bought your tape and I erased it like Nixon
In Watergate, mom don't blame me if your daughter's late
Cause she was hooking, one of my niggas saw the bate
I bob and weave like Julio Chavez
Vacate in San Juan or Nisna Budez?
Trying to get these beaches, I cut off the dreads
Make MC's run like they just seen the Feds
Live life for '96 that's my motto
Look out for my peeps like Alphonse D'Amato
Witty and shifty describes my sticcatto
Peace dun, the lyrical desperado
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
The song "Gather Round" by Diamond D is a classic example of a hip-hop braggadocio track. The song begins by calling its listeners to gather around and check out the flow, setting the tone for Diamond D's impressive and confident rhymes. He acknowledges that some MC's may be envious of his skills, but he remains undeterred and focused on pushing his unique sound.
Diamond D's lines boast of his lyrical prowess and ability to put the "funk" on the listener's plate. He describes himself as a "lyrical mechanic" and claims to cause "depression that's manic." The verses continue with Diamond D's clever wordplays and pop culture references, such as mentioning Janet Jackson and her brother Jackie, as well as "Arthur Fonzarelli" from the classic TV show "Happy Days." The song's chorus, "Gather round and check the flow," reminds the listener that they shouldn't miss out on the impressive performance they're witnessing.
Overall, "Gather Round" is a powerful display of Diamond D's confidence, skill, and unique style. The song's repetitive chorus hammers home the message that his flow is not to be ignored, and the verses continue to impress with their clever rhymes and cultural references.
Line by Line Meaning
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
Come closer and pay attention to my rhymes and the rhythm
Ayo check it
Listen up, I have something to say
Now the ultraviolet seems to have me slippin'
I am feeling the effects of the drug I took
Well I'm on guard son, there'll be no ass whippings
I am ready to defend myself, there won't be any physical altercations
Behind my back, I know MC's be tripping
Other rappers talk behind my back and disrespect me
Some say "What's up?" Some stick out their bottom lip and
Some people greet me while others show a negative attitude
I motivate, spark the L then skate
I inspire and excite people, then leave
There's no debate, I put the funk on your plate
My music is groovy and enjoyable
So get it straight, it's the lyrical mechanic
Understand that I am skilled with words and able to create great music
I cause a panic, of depression that's manic
My art provokes strong emotions
Harder than granite, I revolve like the planet
I am unstoppable and always on the rise
And got the game to leave the chicken heads enchanted
I know how to impress and amaze women
Word to Janet, and her brother Jackie
A tribute to Janet Jackson and her brother Jackie
I put the squeeze on mommies like Pataki
I flirt and charm women in the style of New York Governor George Pataki
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
Listen to me again, I have more to say
Now, I dehydrate your body just like a Heineken
I make my enemies weak and powerless like a bottle of Heineken beer
Tip-toe through your tulips like Tiny Tim
I move carefully and skillfully in difficult situations, like the late musician Tiny Tim's famed song
Back up son, it's Diamond D and his mighty men
Do not mess with me, I have a powerful crew behind me
You want to see a show? Call Chris Lighty and
If you want to see me perform, contact my manager Chris Lighty
I'll come to your town, tear the walls down
I will give an amazing performance and impress everyone
Pound for pound I gets down for my crown
I am the best and work hard to maintain my position
I gets busy, you can ask my nigga Wizzy
I am always working hard, ask my friend Wizzy for confirmation
I'm slicker than that fox found on Thin Lizzy
I am smooth and skilled like the fox that appears on Thin Lizzy album covers
You wonder "Is he, slacking?" But I'm a mack and
You might think I am lazy, but I am actually a skilled womanizer
I'm always packing, cause niggas don't know how to act and
I carry a weapon to protect myself from those who might try to harm me
They want to riff, made because I got the gift
Other rappers want to start drama with me because of my talent
Enjoying a spliff, on 125th
I am relaxing and smoking marijuana on 125th Street in New York City
I roll on your set like a brand new Perelli
I come to your turf and take control like a new set of expensive Perelli tires
Got more charisma than Arthur Fonzarelli
I am more charming and likable than the character Arthur Fonzarelli from the TV show Happy Days
Got a belly, but that don't slow me down in a telly
I have a bit of a stomach, but it does not affect my ability to be successful with women
Put it on ya like the Claw did Jim Kelly
I have sex with women in the style of the famous Miami Dolphin Jim Kelly and his alleged sexually aggressive behavior
"Gather round!" Gather round and check the flow!
Listen up again, my rap is not done yet
To all my foes you can just keep hushin'
All of my enemies can keep quiet and not bother me
The stage ain't the place you want to be rushin'
Do not try to confront me during a performance, it will not end well for you
'Cause there'll take place a spontaneous combustion
A chaotic and dangerous situation will arise
Life's a game of chess and I play like a Russian
I approach life like a skilled chess player from Russia
I mean to win, pass me the gin and a pen
I am determined to succeed, give me a drink and a pen to write with
And on a skin, I spend no more than a Benjamin
I do not spend a lot of money on women
Franklin, and I'm off to the bank and
I save my money like Benjamin Franklin, and I am heading to the bank
I roll with a crew that passes out the most spankings
I have a group of friends who are quick to physically punish those who cross us
This side of the Mason Dixon
Around my area, in the Northeastern US
I bought your tape and I erased it like Nixon
I bought your music but deleted it, like former President Nixon's alleged tapes
In Watergate, mom don't blame me if your daughter's late
Like the Watergate scandal, do not blame me if your daughter is late for curfew
Cause she was hooking, one of my niggas saw the bate
Your daughter was likely having sex, one of my friends saw the evidence
I bob and weave like Julio Chavez
I move skillfully and gracefully, like boxer Julio Cesar Chavez
Vacate in San Juan or Nisna Budez?
Should I take a vacation in San Juan or Nisna Budez?
Trying to get these beaches, I cut off the dreads
I am trying to go on a beach vacation, so I cut off my dreads to look presentable
Make MC's run like they just seen the Feds
Rappers run from me like they are being pursued by the FBI
Live life for '96 that's my motto
I try to live life with the same excitement as in the year 1996
Look out for my peeps like Alphonse D'Amato
I am loyal to my friends and followers, like former NY Senator Alphonse D'Amato
Witty and shifty describes my sticcatto
I am clever and deceptive with my words and style
Peace dun, the lyrical desperado
I am a skilled and fierce rapper, but I also promote peace and unity
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOSEPH KIRKLAND
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Sasa
on Lala Salama
Keep it up
Sasa
on Lala Salama
Lala salama.
Matatizo chuki lawama.
Matatizo chuki lawama.
Ukilala lala salama
Kumbatia picha yangu
Kama ukinikumbuka sana
Nipigie simu yangu
Uki.ukilala lala salama
Kumbatia picha yangu
Matatizo chuki lawama
Vumilia mpenzi wangu
Najua wivu ndo mapenzi
Ila chunga usizidi
Si unajua kwako sijiwezi
Ila dhiki imebidi
Mi nili.tamani si mi kuwa nawe
Tuwe wote usiku na mchana
Kilichofanya mi nipagawe
Sina chochote cha kuwalisha wana
Niliupokea kwa unyonge, msiba wa kaka bona
Ile barua yako ya mwisho ilinitonesha vidonda
Usijali, Nilai kipenzi changu, ukazani nimekumbwa na pepo la starehe
Mambo bado magumu kwangu, afadhali hata ya jana ya kesho niombee
Ukilala lala salama
Kumbatia picha yangu
Kama ukinikumbuka sana
Nipigie simu yangu
Uki.ukilala lala salama
Kumbatia picha yangu
Matatizo chuki lawama
Vumilia mpenzi wangu
Ile kua uone
Nilidhani maghorofa
Ai, akumbe mwana ukome
Hakuna cha kuokota
Mi bado, nakaza moyo changu kipenzi
Ila naumia kwa kuwa mwenyewe
Natamani ila siwezi, nazitafuta ili nije kula na wewe
Msalimu mama nyumbani, usiseme kama nahenya
Tai, mfiche mpe imani, karibu ntakuwa chema
Usijali, Nilai kipenzi changu, ukazani nimekumbwa na pepo la starehe
Mambo bado magumu kwangu, afadhali hata ya jana ya kesho niombee
Ukilala lala salama
Kumbatia picha yangu
Kama ukinikumbuka sana
Nipigie simu yangu
Uki.ukilala lala salama
Kumbatia picha yangu
Matatizo chuki lawama
Vumilia mpenzi wangu